Best Foreign Correspondents Podcasts (2024)

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Jen Wieczner - Features - New York Magazine 1:34:41

18d ago1:34:41

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“If someone were going to make this story into a movie, I want to hear about the scenes that would be in it.” Notable scenes of Jen Wieczner's career include commuting from Boston to New York while juggling a juice bar job and a journalism internship, scrambling for interviews in Japan, and attending the Goldman Sachs CEO's late night DJ set. Now a…

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Dame Elan Closs Stephens former BBC acting chair on what she would like from a new Culture Secretary 38:27

11h ago38:27

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Dame Elan Closs Stephens was the acting chair of the BBC after the resignation of Richard Sharp in June last year until her retirement in March. She was a member of the BBC’s governing body since 2010, first serving as Member for Wales on the BBC Trust, until its dissolution in 2017, and then as the Welsh member of the BBC Board. On this week's epi…

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Olivia O'Leary former BBC and RTÉ broadcaster on the UK election, funding PSB's, Newsnight and the future of journalism 32:59

12d ago32:59

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Olivia O’Leary has been a television and radio broadcaster on both the BBC, ITV and RTÉ – the Irish public service broadcaster in her native Ireland. In 1985, Olivia became the first female presenter on BBC’s Newsnight. She later returned to Ireland, presenting once again ‘Today Tonight’ – RTÉ’s flagship current affairs programme. She has also pres…

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Adam Boulton ex Sky News political editor on election coverage, Farage media manipulation, impartiality and his career 33:54

14d ago33:54

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Veteran journalist Adam Boulton spent more than thirty years at Sky News, twenty-five of those as political editor. He has been host for General and US elections coverage, invigilated the first leaders’ debate in 2010 and has the distinction of having interviewed every UK Prime Minister since Sir Alec Douglas-Home. He continues to write for Sky but…

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Peter Snow veteran BBC journalist on the general election campaign, Newsnight and election night coverage 29:32

21d ago29:32

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Peter Snow is a former BBC Newsnight presenter (1980–1997), ITN Diplomatic and Defence Correspondent (1966–1979), documentary maker, and historian. Known for his iconic "swingometer" on election night, we discuss the drama of election night, the current election campaign, Newsnight, and being called a 'traitor'. “I think this election campaign is t…

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Prof Catherine Johnson discusses what a Labour government might mean for PSB, the Media Bill and digital terrestrial switch off 30:24

1M ago30:24

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Catherine Johnson is the professor of Media and Communications at the University of Leeds, author of the book Online TV, and a member of the Department of Culture, Media and Sports College of experts. With parliament now dissolved, we discuss what happened to the Media Bill and in what form did it survive - what was left in and out? Also, we examin…

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Margaret River & The Cut PLUS Challengers and Tahiti Fantasy Picks 1:32:53

1M ago1:32:53

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Presented by Quiksilver Harry joins Jimmy and Cahill live in the studio to drink Solento Organic Tequila and chat all this surf from the last few months. Margaret River hightlights, a deep dive at who will and won't return from the cut before the boys look at an epic run of Aussie Challenger events including the Gold Coast Pro which may well have b…

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Jane Martinson ex Guardian media editor on Sir Paul Marshall, media ownership and impartiality 32:10

1M ago32:10

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Jane Martinson, author of ‘You May Never See Us Again: The Barclay Dynasty: A Story of Survival, Secrecy and Succession’ is the former media editor at the Guardian and now Marjorie Deane Professor of Financial Journalism at City University. In the week the general election is called we discussed the potential takeover of The Telegraph by Sir Paul M…

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J-Lab Episode 41: Breaking the RAAC in schools story with Jessica Hill 37:06

2M ago37:06

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Our guest on this episode is Jessica Hill, senior investigations and features reporter for Schools Week and FE Week. Jessica was the first journalist to reveal to the general public how reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) was ‘a ticking time bomb’ making school buildings ‘liable to collapse’. She brought the scale of the danger to an even…

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Audio expert Matt Deegan discusses BBC's podcast advertising plans, children's audio and the latest radio listening figures 31:07

2M ago31:07

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Matt Deegan is the co-founder of the award-winning Fun Kids, a digital radio station for families and children, which has just won the bronze award in the Radio Academy’s UK Station of the Year category. Given that the gold award went to BBC Asian Network and the silver to Talksport, this is a considerable achievement for a small independent networ…

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UBC Students Podcast Special! Yi Chien Jade Ho on Anti-Gentrification Activism in Vancouver's Chinatown and Judith Shapiro on Environmentalism in China 51:16

2M ago51:16

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In this two-part episode, we have Yi Chien Jade Ho on anti-gentrification activism in Vancouver's Chinatown and Judith Shapiro on environmentalism in China. We are ending our spring 2024 season with a collaboration between NüVoices and four students from the University of British Columbia's Human Rights in a Globalized World class. Over the course …

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Jamie Angus, ex director of BBC World Service and 'Today' editor discusses Ofcom, consequences of WS cuts and funding solutions 32:52

2M ago32:52

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Jamie Angus is the former director of the BBC World Service and the former editor of 'Today' and 'Newsnight' who now works in the Middle East. We discuss Ofcom's oversight of broadcasters, the consequences of previous World Service cuts, and the impact of new ones. We also explore long-term solutions to the issue of its funding, which is under revi…

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J-Lab Episode 40: Going undercover with Paul Morgan-Bentley of The Times 35:21

2M ago35:21

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Our guest on this episode is Paul Morgan-Bentley, head of investigations at The Times newspaper, who has just scooped Investigation of the Year at the Press Awards for undercover reporting that exposed the force-fitting of British Gas meters in the homes of vulnerable people.In our conversation, Paul explains how he reported this story, why he thin…

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Sean Collins Walsh - Philadelphia Inquirer - Politics 1:41:11

2M ago1:41:11

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"To tab. Verb. To rewrite a news article in a tabloid-style." We learn a new word in this episode of the podcast from Sean Collins Walsh, a City Hall reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer. Sean looks back on his first job at the tabloid Philadelphia Daily News and a career that has landed him reporting back in his hometown of Philly. Countries feat…

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Stewart Purvis, former Ofcom regulator challenges Ofcom's conclusions on its audience research and its guidance on politicians as presenters 31:34

2M ago31:34

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Stewart Purvis, former content regulator at Ofcom and former Editor of Channel 4 News and ITN Chief Executive, discusses Ofcom’s guidance on general election coverage published last week. Stewart delves into the research on which Ofcom based its guidelines, spells out what the guidance means in practice, and reflects on Ofcom as an organisation. “O…

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Closing the Dossier: Goodbye BBN 1:44:20

2M ago1:44:20

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Hundreds of hours in the 007 podcast mines have led to innumerable highlights and five wonderful seasons of Bond by Numbers. Now our mission is coming to an end. In this, our 100th and final episode, we invite you to look back with us over the terrain of our assignment and share in the celebration of closing the BBN dossier.…

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Indigenous Activism in Taiwan with Tuhi Martukaw 42:15

3M ago42:15

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In the latest episode of our series focusing on Taiwan, Solarina Ho speaks with Tuhi Martukaw, an Indigenous policy advocate, journalist, community organizer. Solarina and Tuhi delve into what it means to be Indigenous, what reconciliation and activism look like today, as well as the communities' complicated relationship with Taiwan politics and Ta…

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Comedian Steve Punt discusses his departure from the BBC Radio 4 satirical news programme 'The Now Show' and the evolution of radio comedy 33:35

2M ago33:35

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Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis took their bow from BBC Radio 4’s satirical news programme ‘The Now Show’ last Friday after 25 years. Steve Punt discusses the last programme, the development and success of this long-running radio comedy show, the impact of our changing news consumption, political bias, radio comedy’s evolution and the new podcast format…

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Max Cotton discusses his BBC 'Growing Solo' documentary series on his year long food self-sufficiency experiment and the importance of food and farming literacy 26:59

3M ago26:59

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Max Cotton is a former BBC political reporter who has spent a year finding out if he can grow and produce 100% of his food on his smallholding near Glastonbury. We discuss his BBC Radio 4 documentary series on the experiment 'Growing Solo', as well as exploring food and farming literacy, food security and self sufficiency in the UK. "As a group of …

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What If? - Golden Age 007 1:15:02

3M ago1:15:02

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Our final "What If?" show considers the wild ride that would have been if three of Pierce Brosnan's outings had been adapted in the Golden Age of Cinema! From pirate musicals to Marshall Plan extortion, we've got the craziness covered as we rewrite, recast and redesign Bond for the 1930's, 40's and 50's!…

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Episode 15: US-Pakistan Relations at a Crossroads 10:06

3M ago10:06

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Our correspondent ponders the thorny relationship between Pakistan and the United States, and its wider implications. This article originally featured in People's Review: A Political and Business Weekly. Written by Dr Balmukunda Regmi, and read by Andy Brain, for non-profit freeform radio station Beware! The Radio. Do you have any questions for Dr …

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Bells Review with Tully Wylie, Margaret River Preview and Jake Marshall 2:03:17

3M ago2:03:17

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Presented by Quiksilver It's a mega-sode with over 2hrs of surf froth!! Tully Wylie joins us fresh off his wildcard run at the Rip Curl Pro as we dive into the highs, lows and inside goss from a California dominated Bells. Then Jimmy and Cahill dive deep into Margarets fantasy picks before we catch up with current world #4 Jake Marshall to dive int…

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Episode 14: Non-Alignment Foreign Policy Reaffirmed 10:25

3M ago10:25

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Our correspondent reflects on Nepal's geopolitical history of judicious non-alignment. Indeed, founding king Prithvi Narayan Shah observed Nepal as a yam between two boulders - China and India. This article originally featured in The Rising Nepal. Written by Dr Balmukunda Regmi, and read by Andy Brain, for non-profit freeform radio station Beware! …

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Illustrator Kaitlin Chan on her graphic novel, 'Eric's Sister' 37:18

3M ago37:18

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This week, we have prolific cartoonist and illustrator Kaitlin Chan joining the podcast to discuss her recently published graphic novel, 'Eric's Sister.' Kaitlin talks about why she wanted to focus a narrative on sibling relationships, family, creative doubt, and the importance of friendship and community. This episode was hosted by Megan Cattel an…

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Alden Wicker - Author of To Dye For 1:56:49

3M ago1:56:49

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A promising journalism career briefly takes a dark turn down the path of Instagram influencing. Alden Wicker, a freelance journalist and author, managed to come out the other side. Her career as a sustainable fashion journalist - as the editor of EcoCult and freelancer for numerous big name publications - culminated with her book To Dye For. We als…

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Episode 74: The Soldier’s Lagoon with Pablo Álvarez-Mesa 33:09

3M ago33:09

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Hi everyone, Aylin Gökmen here, with a new episode featuring a conversation with Pablo Álvarez-Mesa about his film, The Soldier’s Lagoon (2024), which received the Docs in Orbit Invitation Award at Cannes Doc-Marché du Film last year.The Soldier’s Lagoon is a strikingly beautiful and multi-layered piece centered on the Colombian páramo region. The …

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E11 Sarah Makris, career success coach 1:14:21

3M ago1:14:21

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In this episode of Dear 21-Year-Old Me, with guest Sarah Makris We go back in time to 1997 when our guest, Sarah Makris, turned 21. Sarah reflects on her career journey, her drive, and determination. We discuss understanding your brand and the importance of simple, clear communication. Sarah steps back and looks at the contrasts between corporate l…

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Rory Cellan-Jones ex BBC Technology Correspondent on Tim Davie’s speech, 'Movers and Shakers', 'Ruskin Park' and #SophieFromRomania 27:31

3M ago27:31

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Rory Cellan-Jones, former BBC Technology and Business Correspondent examines Tim Davie’s, the BBC’s Director General speech on the BBC’s future priorities. He also explores life after the BBC, discussing his, ‘Movers and Shakers’ Parkinson’s podcast, his family memoir ‘Ruskin Park’ and his forthcoming book on #SophieFromRomania - his beloved rescue…

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Post ABB & Post Portugal Wrap plus Q's, News and Bells picks 1:16:18

4M ago1:16:18

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Presented by Quiksilver The ABB's came, saw and conquered our hearts at Burleigh with the girls led by Isla Huppatz, Ellie Harrison, Macy and Sierra dominated, plus Portugal happened. Lots's of news from the Aussie Regional Q's and the surfing world before we look ahead to Bells. It's so surf it hurts and fuelled by a combination of whatever is in …

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Chris Banatvala, former Ofcom Director of Standards discusses Ofcom, GB News, impartiality and freedom of expression 29:06

4M ago29:06

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In the week that Ofcom finds GB News in breach of its code five times but will face no sanction, we talk to Chris Banatvala, Ofcom’s founding Director of Standards, and Content Board member, who was responsible for drafting and enforcing its codes. He is now an independent member of the Sky News Board, Channel 4’s online independent complaint revie…

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E10: John Bucchino, composer, songwriter, performer 2:12:37

4M ago2:12:37

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In this episode of Dear 21-Year-Old Me, with guest John Bucchino We go back in time to 1972 when our guest, John Bucchino, turned 21, and look at his trip back to the East Coast from California. John reflects on his earliest musical influences and how he began songwriting. We talk about how John's composing evolved, and the importance of humility a…

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Magnus Brooke, ITV Group Director of Strategy discusses the future of Public Service Broadcasting and the funding of 'Mr Bates vs The Post Office' 29:47

4M ago29:47

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Magnus Brooke is Group Director of Strategy, Policy and Regulation at ITV where profits are down by 60%. The digital revolution is changing broadcasting fundamentally and destroying former business models. So does ITV have a future as a Public Service Broadcaster? We also discuss the Media Bill and the added responsibility on Ofcom's shoulders - an…

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Pre-Title Sequences 1:12:50

4M ago1:12:50

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Pre-Title thrills are unique DNA for 007 films. Without them, it's hard to imagine the franchise as we do. In this episode, we resurrect our "rank-a-thon" from its slumber and try to calculate a clean line through all the Bondian preludes.By Bond by Numbers

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Leta Hong Fincher on the 10th Anniversary Edition of her book, Leftover Women 41:48

4M ago41:48

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When Leta Hong Fincher’s book “Leftover Women” was first published ten years ago, it was considered a seminal work on Chinese feminism. The book outlines the structural discrimination, wholly reinforced by the government, used to demonize educated women in their late twenties and early thirties who remain unmarried. A decade later, and with Xi’s co…

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Peter Taylor, veteran BBC journalist discusses his latest documentary 'Our Dirty War: The British State and the IRA' 34:40

4M ago34:40

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One of Britain’s finest reporters Peter Taylor, with numerous books, documentaries and awards spanning a career of over 50 years, on his latest BBC documentary 'Our Dirty War: The British State and the IRA’. We discuss the human cost of IRA informers, the role of Scappaticci codenamed “Stakeknife”, Operation Kenova and covering Northern Ireland. “T…

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Play Dead! with Matthew Lancit 34:47

4M ago34:47

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Hello everyone. This is Hosein Jalilvand in Geneva with a new episode for Docs in Orbit featuring a conversation with Matthew Lancit about his latest film, Play Dead! (2023). Play Dead! is a funny, tender video diary on living with diabetes, where Lancit playfully transforms his personal experience and fear of dying into a body horror film, where a…

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'Our Dirty War: The British State and the IRA’, veteran journalist Peter Taylor discusses his latest BBC documentary 0:37

4M ago0:37

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One of Britain’s finest reporters Peter Taylor, with numerous books, documentaries and awards spanning a career of over 50 years, on his latest BBC documentary 'Our Dirty War: The British State and the IRA’. We discuss the human cost of IRA informers, the role of Scappaticci codenamed “Stakeknife”, Operation Kenova and covering Northern Ireland. “T…

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Baroness Kidron former film and documentary director on Bridget Jones, the threat of tech giants and ad funded PSBs 28:14

4M ago28:14

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Baroness Kidron is one of the country's foremost drama and documentary directors. Her long list of credits includes ‘Storyville’, 'Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit', 'Victoria and Abdul' and 'Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason'. She now sits as a crossbench peer and is the founder of the Five Rights Foundation. For the past five years, she has been on…

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Former film and documentary director Baroness Kidron on Bridget Jones, the threat of tech giants and ad funded PSBs 0:48

4M ago0:48

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Baroness Kidron is one of the country's foremost drama and documentary directors. Her long list of credits includes ‘Storyville’, 'Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit', 'Victoria and Abdul' and 'Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason'. She now sits as a crossbench peer and is the founder of the Five Rights Foundation. For the past five years, she has been on…

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Pipe and Sunset Review - Hawaii is for the F'N girls 1:28:35

4M ago1:28:35

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Presented by Quiksilver It's all about the girls as women's surfing leaps forward through the Hawaiian leg. Cahill breaks down wave entry and why Molly, Caity and Bettylou are setting the new benchmark for women's surfing in heavy waves plus why the conversations we have now matter. Plus Cahill gets nominated for the Surfing Australia Coach of the …

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Anna McNamee, Sandford St Martin Trust on the Media Bill, religious literacy, commissioning and accessible broadcasting 27:09

4M ago27:09

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Anna McNamee, an award-winning Canadian journalist and writer with a background in BBC radio, is the Executive Director of the Sandford St Martin Trust, dedicated to promoting excellence in religious broadcasting. We discuss the new Media Bill, the importance of religious literacy, the decline in programming on religion and ethics, commissioning pr…

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Eye of the Needle (1981) 1:22:56

5M ago1:22:56

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Our final selection for the "3 Non Bonds" festival is the WW2 thriller, "Eye of the Needle" from 1981. Donald Sutherland stars as Faber, aka "the Needle", Hitler's premiere stiletto-wielding spy in England, who is racing to deliver news of the imminent Normandy invasion. But complications arise when he's thrown off course as he tries to flee and en…

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The Media Bill, religious literacy, commissioning and accessible broadcasting with Anna McNamee, Sandford St Martin Trust 0:56

4M ago0:56

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Anna McNamee, an award-winning Canadian journalist and writer with a background in BBC radio, is the Executive Director of the Sandford St Martin Trust, dedicated to promoting excellence in religious broadcasting. We discuss the new Media Bill, the importance of religious literacy, the decline in programming on religion and ethics, commissioning pr…

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E9: Garry Pearson OAM, teacher, association CEO, mentor 1:12:36

5M ago1:12:36

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In this episode of Dear 21-Year-Old Me, with guest Garry Pearson OAM We go back in time to 1973 when our guest, Garry Pearson, turned 21, and look at what was happening in the world, and closer to home back then. Garry reflects on his experiences commencing as a teacher and then moving into executive roles. We talk about how Garry's leadership styl…

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Prof Catherine Johnson discusses the decline in PSB revenue, reliance on tech giants for distribution, the Media Bill, Ofcom and BBC funding 28:29

5M ago28:29

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Catherine Johnson, Professor of Media and Communications at the University of Leeds, author of the book ‘Online TV’, and a member of the Department of Culture, Media and Sports College of experts discusses the decline in PSB revenue, reliance on tech giants for distribution, the Media Bill, Ofcom and BBC funding. “I think part of the problem is tha…

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The decline in PSB revenue, reliance on tech giants for distribution, the Media Bill, Ofcom and BBC funding – we talk to Prof Catherine Johnson 0:50

5M ago0:50

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Catherine Johnson, Professor of Media and Communications at the University of Leeds, author of the book ‘Online TV’, and a member of the Department of Culture, Media and Sports College of experts discusses the decline in PSB revenue, reliance on tech giants for distribution, the Media Bill, Ofcom and BBC funding. “I think part of the problem is tha…

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