The Media Show

Lord Terry Burns, Chairman of Channel 4, reflects on his tenure and potential privatization. Idris Elba sparks diversity discussions in UK broadcasting. FT journalists strike over pension changes post-Nikkei Group sale.

Former ITV executives Archie Norman and Peter Fincham stepping down, Kevin Lygo taking over. Impress regulator gaining members. Edelman survey shows increase in trust towards traditional media. Topics include ITV's business model, leadership changes, drama audience share, press regulation debate, and trust in media.

Polish journalist Bartosz Wielinski discusses the new media law in Poland giving government control over broadcasters. Ingrid Deltenre from EBU opposes the bill. BBC News Director James Harding plans cuts. Deloitte predicts growth in virtual reality and gaming.

Scotland's Culture Minister Fiona Hyslop discusses BBC funding in Scotland. Debate on journalists using children's social media. Introduction of Walter Presents, a foreign language drama service on Channel Four.

Veteran journalist Robin Esser discusses strategic decisions in journalism. Report criticizes media on migrant coverage. BBC gives up F1 rights early. Reflections on tabloid journalism and lavish Fleet Street lunches. Speculation on future of public service broadcasters.

Journalist David Rose discusses the release of Shaker Aamer from Guantanamo Bay after 14 years, highlighting the challenges of reporting on Guantanamo. The podcast also explores the potential for Leveson Part 2 following the conclusion of criminal investigations, and debates the extension of BBC News at Ten for more in-depth coverage.

Professor Stephen Coleman and Jenni discuss the impact of TV leadership debates on voter behavior, highlighting their importance in engaging viewers. They also delve into the challenges of securing royal interviews and the strict conditions imposed. Additionally, the podcast explores Donald Trump's social media strategy, focusing on his controversial use of Twitter to bypass traditional advertising methods.

Lord David Puttnam discusses his inquiry into public service broadcasting and challenges the BBC's plans with Peter Salmon. The departure of Lady Colin Campbell from I'm a Celebrity is also explored, highlighting the show's compelling TV moments.

Jimmy Maymann, President of AOL Content, discusses the shift in media consumption from 'destination' to 'distributed' media. Lis Howell talks about the underrepresentation of women in news. Virgin Media's CEO, Tom Mockridge, explains their broadband expansion. The podcast delves into the challenges faced by traditional media in the digital age.

Discussion of media coverage of Paris attacks, challenges of verifying information. Conservative MP Jesse Norman's concerns over BBC Studios creation and impact on production sector. Debate on new player in broadcasting world, BBC Studio arrangements and quotas.