

BBC News cuts, Isis Prisons Museum, the perils of press junkets
Oct 16, 2024
Stephen Sackur, the renowned presenter of HARDtalk, shares insights on the BBC's recent cuts, emphasizing the potential loss of independent journalism. He discusses the closure of HARDtalk and its implications for the organization. David Abraham, CEO of Wonderhood Studios, sheds light on the striking initiative of the ISIS Prisons Museum, showcasing the importance of documenting atrocities. They also tackle the challenges and awkward moments faced in press junkets, reflecting on the evolving relationship between journalists and publicists in the entertainment industry.
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Intro
00:00 • 1min
BBC's Troubling Cuts: The Hard Talk Controversy
01:29 • 14min
Unearthing the Darkness: The ISIS Prisons Museum Project
15:48 • 12min
Journalism's Role in International Justice
27:31 • 7min
Navigating Broadcasting's Future
34:02 • 6min
The Rise and Fall of MGM: A Waiter's Legacy
40:09 • 7min
The Press Junket Dilemma
47:01 • 8min
Navigating Press Junkets: Balancing Journalism and Promotion
54:36 • 3min