PoliticsJOE Podcast
Another round: Is journalism broken? (with Robert Peston)
Aug 5, 2023
British journalist Robert Peston discusses the challenges facing journalism, including the closure of local newspapers and lack of diversity. He shares his efforts to provide work experience for state school students and assesses the effectiveness of Westminster journalism. The conversation also touches on the influence of media on politicians, the importance of transparency, and the need for diversity in newsrooms.
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Quick takeaways
- Importance of expanding work experience opportunities for state school students to increase diversity in journalism.
- Need for transparency, diversity, and impartiality in journalism to combat biases and ensure comprehensive media coverage.
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Speakers for Schools: A Path to Social Mobility
Robert Peston, a journalist, discusses his initiative 'Speakers for Schools,' aiming to provide inspirational speakers and work experience opportunities to state school students. Started in 2009 due to unequal access to such experiences, the charity matches speakers with schools, offering a diverse range of opportunities and encouraging social mobility. Peston emphasizes the importance of creating equal chances for students regardless of their background, advocating for basic rights to work experience for young individuals.
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