

Josephine Tovey
National news editor. She shares her perspective on the media coverage of the mushroom trial.
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May 8, 2025 • 27min
Newsroom edition: are we over-interpreting the election results?
Lenore Taylor, Editor of Guardian Australia, provides insights into electoral failures, while Patrick Keneally, Deputy Editor, analyzes the impact of culture wars on the election. Josephine Tovey, National News Editor, discusses the complexities of interpreting election results and the Greens' significant losses. The trio tackles why the Coalition's strategy fell flat against rising voter sentiment against Trump-style politics. They unravel lessons that are far from straightforward, highlighting the cultural disconnect and evolving voter dynamics.
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Aug 29, 2024 • 20min
Newsroom edition: is Labor folding too often on ‘divisive’ debates?
Lenore Taylor, editor-in-chief of a major news outlet, Josephine Tovey, the national news editor, and Mike Ticher, head of news, discuss Labor's recent decision to exclude questions on sexuality and gender from the upcoming census. They delve into the political implications of avoiding divisive issues and the frustration expressed by the LGBTQ+ community. The conversation raises questions about how this could impact Labor's voter base and the necessity of addressing contentious topics for meaningful reform.

Jul 10, 2025 • 22min
Newsroom edition: the mushroom trial media frenzy
Lenore Taylor, Editor of Guardian Australia, and Josephine Tovey, National news editor, dive into the ethical dilemmas surrounding the media frenzy of the Erin Patterson mushroom trial. They discuss the fine line between public interest and sensationalism, exploring how such trials serve as distractions from grim realities. With a focus on the unique fascination with female perpetrators, they critique media narratives and their societal biases, while navigating the challenges journalists face in maintaining responsible reporting amidst rampant coverage.