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Public broadcasting is not as simple as ABC — with Kim Williams and Kerry O’ Brien

Aug 22, 2024
Kim Williams, the new ABC Chair, aims to bring significant changes to Australia's national public broadcaster. He discusses the challenges public broadcasting faces in a digital age and the importance of engaging younger audiences. The conversation highlights the necessity of revitalizing documentary filmmaking and fostering local content amidst increasing dissatisfaction from listeners. Williams emphasizes the ABC's role in preserving Australian narratives and the need for increased funding to ensure editorial integrity and public accountability.
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