Media Confidential

Q&A: The BBC, a broken tape recorder and a fake Meryl Streep

Jan 20, 2025
Janine Gibson, a seasoned journalist and former editor, joins Alan to share her fascinating career insights. They recount amusing blunders, including an unforgettable encounter with a Meryl Streep impersonator. The duo discusses the future of the BBC, exploring funding challenges and potential changes to its governance. Personal anecdotes about messy interviews add humor, while reflections on journalism's critical role in democracy resonate throughout. Get ready for entertaining stories mixed with pressing media questions!
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