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The Media Show

BBC Radio 4
Prince Harry
Pro-Palestinian Protests
Mirror Group Newspapers
Gaza
Tiktok
Princess Of Wales
Piers Morgan
Channel 4
Israel
Disinformation
The Daily Telegraph
Russia
GB News
News Group Newspapers
Disney
Associated Newspapers
BBC
Journalism
China
BBC Radio 4

Social media, anti-social media, breaking news, faking news: this is the programme about a revolution in media.

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Latest Episodes

A new BBC investigation into the government's use of hotels to house migrants has led to the government ordering an urgent review into its findings. Journalist Sue Mitchell explains how she got access to record inside these hotels. As Jimmy Kimmel re... more

Katie Razzall speaks to the Director General of the BBC Tim Davie at the Royal Television Society Festival. Ros Atkins discusses the language used by the media to discuss the Unite the Kingdom rally and the shooting of Charlie Kirk with studio guests... more

Ros Atkins and Katie Razzall on Super Mario at 40 with the Guardian's Video Games Editor Keza MacDonald, State crackdowns on social media in Russia and Nepal with Eva Hartog from Politico and Dr Nayana Prakash from Chatham House. Also resolution in t... more

The Media Show with Katie Razzall and Ros Atkins: The Nottingham Post and BBC-funded Local Democracy Reporters have been banned from speaking to Reform UK councillors. The dispute centres on a story about local government reorganisation. Nottinghamsh... more

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Sue Mitchell
Journalist covering migrant issues for BBC Radio 4
BBC
Episode: Reporting on migrant hotels, Jimmy Kimmel's return, The Hack
Brian Stelter
Chief media analyst at CNN
CNN
Episode: Reporting on migrant hotels, Jimmy Kimmel's return, The Hack
Patrick Spence
Executive Producer of The Hack
ITV
Episode: Reporting on migrant hotels, Jimmy Kimmel's return, The Hack
Mick Barton
Council leader of Nottinghamshire
Reform UK
Episode: Reform UK media strategy, French Bloquons Tout protestors, new Vogue editor & the British journalist who interviewed Hitler.
Natalie Fahy
Editor of Nottinghamshire Live
Episode: Reform UK media strategy, French Bloquons Tout protestors, new Vogue editor & the British journalist who interviewed Hitler.
Kitty Donaldson
Senior political commentator at The Eye
The Eye
Episode: Reform UK media strategy, French Bloquons Tout protestors, new Vogue editor & the British journalist who interviewed Hitler.
Hugh Schofield
Paris correspondent for BBC News
BBC News
Episode: Reform UK media strategy, French Bloquons Tout protestors, new Vogue editor & the British journalist who interviewed Hitler.
Paola Sedda
Associate Professor of Information and Communication Sciences
University of Lille
Episode: Reform UK media strategy, French Bloquons Tout protestors, new Vogue editor & the British journalist who interviewed Hitler.
Michael Grimband
Media correspondent for The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: Reform UK media strategy, French Bloquons Tout protestors, new Vogue editor & the British journalist who interviewed Hitler.

Hosts

Katy Razzall
Host of discussions exploring the intersections and evolving landscapes of journalism and media.
Ros Atkins
Co-host providing insightful analyses of media trends and journalism ethics.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 593 ratings
  • Often poor journalistic standards

    Just listen to the Gary lineker take down. They get an old golf commentator (who., uniquely, clearly hated Gary) trash talk him largely without any push back. The programme often follows the (v rightish) UK press memes unquestioningly.

    Worth a listen if they’re not covering anything vaguely political.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JerryBerks
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Has gone completely downhill

    This used required listening both when presented by the peerless Steve Hewlett and, following his sad death, by Amol Rajan, it is almost unlistenable with the latest presenters.

    Firstly, this show just doesn’t need two presenters — I think this is just a decision blindly to follow the standard podcast blueprint of having two presenters, but this show doesn’t need two and is the lesser for it. Secondly, the new presenters are dreadful. Katie Razzle is particularly awful. She talks over guests,... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Radionoush
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Has gone completely downhill

    This used required listening both when presented by the peerless Steve Richardson and, following his sad death, by Amol Rajan, it is almost unlistenable with the latest presenters.

    Firstly, this show just doesn’t need two presenters — I think this is just a decision blindly to follow the standard podcast blueprint of having two presenters, but this show doesn’t need two and is the lesser for it.

    Secondly, the new presenters are dreadful. Katie Razzle is particularly awful. She talks over gu... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Radionoush
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Excellent

    Very enjoyable and accessible insight into the media world with engaging presenters and wide range of perspectives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fbfghvfgvfg
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Sound levels

    I really struggled to hear Alex Mahon, she is a quiet talker and no one seemed to adjust her mic level in comparison with the host, content is great when the contribs mic levels are right

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    vanessalouwill
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Some feedback highlights concerns about the quality of presenters compared to previous hosts.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and engaging discussions around critical media topics.
Overall, the content is considered informative but there are calls for improvements in presentation style and show format.
There are mixed reviews about the depth of analysis on controversial issues, with some suggesting a need for more critical questioning.

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Talking Points

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Reporting on migrant hotels, Jimmy Kimmel's return, The Hack
Q: What do you think this moment adds up to for American media?
Brian Stelter discusses the growing pressures on media companies and the potential for journalists to pivot away to more independent platforms if they feel restricted.
Reporting on migrant hotels, Jimmy Kimmel's return, The Hack
Q: What considerations did you have to make around who you needed to tell that you were actually not only a guest but a journalist?
Sue Mitchell reveals that while she initially entered as a guest, she had to navigate her role as a journalist carefully, ensuring the safety and anonymity of the individuals she was documenting.
Reform UK media strategy, French Bloquons Tout protestors, new Vogue editor & the British journalist who interviewed Hitler.
Q: Who was George Ward Price and why is his story important?
George Ward Price was a prominent British journalist known for his close interactions with Hitler and other Nazi leaders, raising ethical questions about journalistic integrity and access to power during a critical historical period.
Reform UK media strategy, French Bloquons Tout protestors, new Vogue editor & the British journalist who interviewed Hitler.
Q: What is the significance of Chloe Malle's appointment as Vogue's new head of editorial content?
Chloe Malle's appointment marks a shift in editorial leadership at Vogue, moving away from the previous editor-in-chief title, which reflects changing trends in the media landscape as Vogue aims to adapt to modern realities in journalism and fashion.
Reform UK media strategy, French Bloquons Tout protestors, new Vogue editor & the British journalist who interviewed Hitler.
Q: What is Reform UK's approach to local journalism?
Reform UK has adopted a strategy that includes tensions with local journalists, often barring them from interviews, indicating a distrust of mainstream media, and positioning themselves as opposed to what they view as activist journalism.

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What is The Media Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the revolution currently shaping the media landscape, the content offers a thorough examination of various elements like social media, issues around misinformation, and breaking news. Through in-depth discussions featuring guests from diverse backgrounds—ranging from top journalists to industry leaders—the analysis often zeroes in on the pressing ethical concerns and challenges facing journalism today. Listeners gain insights into topics such as political coverage, investigative reporting, and the changing dynamics between traditional and digital media platforms. Conversations highlight the impacts of technology on reporting practices and the importance of holding power to account, making it particularly valuable for anyone inter... more

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Recent guests on The Media Show include:

1. Sue Mitchell
2. Brian Stelter
3. Patrick Spence
4. Mick Barton
5. Natalie Fahy
6. Kitty Donaldson
7. Hugh Schofield
8. Paola Sedda

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