The Media Show Manager of YouTube's Sidemen Jordan Schwarzenberger, BBC crisis latest, Ed Sheeran Netflix producer Ben Winston
Nov 19, 2025
In this discussion, Rosamund Irwin, Media Editor at the Sunday Times, and Baroness Tina Stowell delve into the BBC crisis, addressing impartiality and institutional challenges. Phil Riley warns that BBC Radio risks becoming an 'orphan asset' due to funding issues. Then, Jordan Schwarzenberger, manager of YouTube's Sidemen, argues the traditional licence fee is unsustainable for Gen Z. Meanwhile, Ben Winston reveals insights about his one-take Netflix documentary with Ed Sheeran, showcasing his innovative approach to large-scale productions.
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Crisis Revealed Deeper Governance Faults
- The BBC crisis began with a leaked memo and an apology over an edited Trump speech that exposed deeper governance faults.
- The resignations of Tim Davie and Deborah Turness reveal systemic questions about BBC leadership and editorial processes.
Institutional Blind Spot Alienates Audiences
- Baroness Tina Stowell argues the BBC has an institutional blind spot that pushes certain audiences away.
- She says that failure to acknowledge this reduces the BBC's moral authority and ability to bridge societal divides.
Coverage Missed The Crowd's Main Message
- Baroness Stowell describes coverage of the Unite the Kingdom march focusing on violent elements while missing thousands of ordinary attendees.
- She contrasts that with Trevor Phillips' Sky commentary which she found to capture the broader picture.