The Fold More cuts at TVNZ, more growth at RNZ – is the future a news merger?
Sep 23, 2024
Joining the discussion are Glen Kyne, a veteran commentator on New Zealand broadcasting, Shayne Currie, a seasoned journalist, and Jodi O'Donnell, the CEO of TVNZ. They tackle TVNZ's significant cost-cutting measures and the rapid growth of RNZ, suggesting a potential newsroom merger. The conversation probes the challenges of transitioning to digital media, the rise of sponsored content, and how independent talent is reshaping the landscape. They also contrast New Zealand's centrist media with the polarized U.S. environment.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Navigating the Future of News: TVNZ's Digital Dilemma
04:14 • 18min
Shifts in Media Programming and Sponsored Content
22:01 • 3min
Rise of Independent Talent in Broadcasting
24:57 • 6min
Contrasting Media Landscapes: U.S. Polarization vs. New Zealand's Centrism
31:19 • 2min
Polarization in American Politics Compared to New Zealand's Civil Discourse
33:27 • 3min