Emily Bell

Greg Jenner is joined by Dr Emily Bell and Mike Wozniak to find out what Christmas was like with Charles Dickens. We take a walk through the many Christmases of the renowned Victorian author. From elephants walking on ice to the family Christmas punch recipe, we take a closer look at the factors that may have influenced some of his most famous works and unpick what the phrase Dickensian has come to mean over the years.Written by Emma Nagouse and Greg Jenner Produced by Emma Nagouse and Greg Jenner Assistant Producer: Emmie Rose Price-Goodfellow Researcher: Jessica White Project Management: Isla Matthews Audio Producer: Steve HankeyThe Athletic production for BBC Radio 4

In this engaging discussion, Vanessa Pappas, General Manager of TikTok North America, shares insights on the platform's rapid growth amid political scrutiny and the challenges of misinformation. Emily Bell, Director of the Tow Center for Digital Journalism at Columbia University, dives into the shifting media landscape, stressing the importance of a reliable information ecosystem. Together, they tackle TikTok's unique community dynamics and the implications of corporate media acquisitions, all while navigating the chaotic intersection of technology and journalism.

Phil Howard, director of the Oxford Internet Institute and author of Lie Machines, teams up with Emily Bell, director of Columbia University's Tow Center for Digital Journalism, to delve into the troubling rise of disinformation during the COVID-19 pandemic. They dissect the viral conspiracy theories like 'Plandemic' and the shifting narrative around public figures like Bill Gates. The duo also critiques big tech’s efforts, particularly Facebook’s struggles with misinformation, highlighting the urgent need for better management and regulation in the digital landscape.