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The Media Show

The future of news; Entertainment shows; Page 3 and The Sun

Jan 28, 2015
BBC's Director of News, James Harding, discusses the importance of public service journalism in the internet age. The increasing tabloidisation of journalism on the web is explored. The controversy surrounding The Sun's page three and its PR strategy is analyzed. The challenges of finding durable entertainment formats like Strictly and X Factor are discussed by industry experts.
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  • The BBC emphasizes the importance of providing news over noise in an age of information inequality and misinformation.
  • Entertainment industry faces challenges in creating hit shows, requiring creativity, risk-taking, and audience engagement.

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The Changing Landscape of News Reporting and Consumption

The evolution of news reporting and consumption has been influenced by the real-time social web and the rise of mobile technology. Platforms like Twitter and Facebook have revolutionized how news is shared and consumed, making it more accessible through personalized feeds. Additionally, the shift to mobile devices has transformed how people engage with news, allowing information to find them easily. The tabloidization of content has also emerged, driven by the need to engage broader audiences with quicker, more appealing formats.

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