
Noor Nanji
Culture reporter at the BBC. Specializes in covering stories related to cultural and media issues.
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Jul 14, 2025 • 40min
What Went Wrong With The BBC Gaza Documentary?
Katie Razzall, BBC News Culture and Media editor, and Noor Nanji, Culture reporter, dissect a BBC documentary that faced backlash for its narrator's ties to Hamas, revealing failures in editorial oversight. They discuss the BBC's accountability and proposed changes to enhance transparency. Caitriona Perry, Chief Presenter for BBC News, sheds light on President Trump's warning of tariffs on Russia related to the Ukraine conflict. The conversation underscores the challenges of responsible journalism amid political tensions and public scrutiny.

Feb 28, 2025 • 24min
The scandal sinking an Oscars campaign
Noor Nanji, a BBC culture reporter, and Matthew Belloni, an entertainment journalist and founder of Puck, dive into the firestorm surrounding the film 'Emilia Perez.' They discuss how resurfaced tweets from lead actress Karla Sofía Gascón are overshadowing the movie's success and complicating its Oscar campaign. The conversation covers the impact of public relations on the film's reputation, the balance between artistic merit and controversy, and the implications for Gascón's future in Hollywood as she navigates redemption amidst backlash.