Hospital ‘blowout’ sparks big backlash; feel-good news for bad times

Join Patrick Gower, a journalist celebrated for his feel-good weekly show TFN, alongside Hayden Donnell, who tackles the challenges of presenting positive news, and Paul McIntyre, editor of the Otago Daily Times. They dive into the uproar over Dunedin Hospital's funding cuts, uncovering community protests and media's pivotal role in holding the government accountable. The conversation shifts to the struggle for positive news amidst negativity, exploring why audiences gravitate towards bad news despite a desire for uplifting stories.