@backthebbc.bsky.social
Another great argument for public service broadcasting
'𝘎𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘸 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘥𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘳𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘰 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘴, 𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦, 3,000 𝘥𝘪𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘢 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳 — 6 𝘔𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘤 𝘥𝘰𝘦𝘴 20-25,000'
www.thetimes.com/culture/tv-r...
Another great argument for public service broadcasting
'𝘎𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘸 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘥𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘳𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘰 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘴, 𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦, 3,000 𝘥𝘪𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘢 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳 — 6 𝘔𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘤 𝘥𝘰𝘦𝘴 20-25,000'
www.thetimes.com/culture/tv-r...
Nick Grimshaw: I lost a million listeners at Radio 1, it was the plan
After six years of hungover Radio 1 broadcasts, the party-loving DJ opens a new chapter as the host of 6 Music’s breakfast show. Is he settling down?
www.thetimes.com
March 16, 2025 at 1:58 PM
@backthebbc.bsky.social
Another great argument for public service broadcasting
'𝘎𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘸 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘥𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘳𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘰 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘴, 𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦, 3,000 𝘥𝘪𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘢 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳 — 6 𝘔𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘤 𝘥𝘰𝘦𝘴 20-25,000'
www.thetimes.com/culture/tv-r...
Another great argument for public service broadcasting
'𝘎𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘸 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘥𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘳𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘰 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘴, 𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦, 3,000 𝘥𝘪𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘢 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳 — 6 𝘔𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘤 𝘥𝘰𝘦𝘴 20-25,000'
www.thetimes.com/culture/tv-r...
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Anyway, if MailOnline are going to stick their story behind a paywall then I'm going to make mine available for free for 24 hours. So have a read, stick this in your WhatsApp group, and just help me spread the word about where to get the real thing.
www.londoncentric.media/p/harry-pott...
www.londoncentric.media/p/harry-pott...
Harry Potter and the unpaid tax bill
A London Centric investigation reveals one of the capital's most garish gift shops owes hundreds of thousands of pounds in unpaid taxes — and uncovers its mysterious owners.
www.londoncentric.media
March 13, 2025 at 8:53 AM
Anyway, if MailOnline are going to stick their story behind a paywall then I'm going to make mine available for free for 24 hours. So have a read, stick this in your WhatsApp group, and just help me spread the word about where to get the real thing.
www.londoncentric.media/p/harry-pott...
www.londoncentric.media/p/harry-pott...
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Before anyone @ts me, this is an important report of #BBC chair’s views. They’re not mine. I don’t work there. I believe BBC is an important institution. I might later post a thread of extracts from it, bc it’s behind a paywall. The part about its future #funding+ #BBCWorldService is important IMO.
BBC chairman: We need working-class northerners to counter liberal bias
In his first interview Samir Shah says it’s time for the corporation to admit mistakes, stop stars abusing their power — and charge the rich more
www.thetimes.com
March 9, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Before anyone @ts me, this is an important report of #BBC chair’s views. They’re not mine. I don’t work there. I believe BBC is an important institution. I might later post a thread of extracts from it, bc it’s behind a paywall. The part about its future #funding+ #BBCWorldService is important IMO.
@backthebbc.bsky.social
'UK shows are dying out as the economics of British broadcasting falter
A drama would have cost £1.3M ten years ago; now it's closer to £2.5M
That's partly general inflation [but] streamers drive up prices because they can recoup costs globally'
archive.is/37cdw
'UK shows are dying out as the economics of British broadcasting falter
A drama would have cost £1.3M ten years ago; now it's closer to £2.5M
That's partly general inflation [but] streamers drive up prices because they can recoup costs globally'
archive.is/37cdw
March 9, 2025 at 6:51 PM
@backthebbc.bsky.social
'UK shows are dying out as the economics of British broadcasting falter
A drama would have cost £1.3M ten years ago; now it's closer to £2.5M
That's partly general inflation [but] streamers drive up prices because they can recoup costs globally'
archive.is/37cdw
'UK shows are dying out as the economics of British broadcasting falter
A drama would have cost £1.3M ten years ago; now it's closer to £2.5M
That's partly general inflation [but] streamers drive up prices because they can recoup costs globally'
archive.is/37cdw
@backthebbc.bsky.social
'revenues were down 3% ... but its measure of adjusted profits was up 11%'
Interesting trick
www.theguardian.com/business/202...
'revenues were down 3% ... but its measure of adjusted profits was up 11%'
Interesting trick
www.theguardian.com/business/202...
ITV profits more than double as production arm reports record earnings
CEO refuses to comment on deal speculation as broadcaster benefits from hits including Mr Bates vs The Post Office
www.theguardian.com
March 6, 2025 at 5:40 PM
@backthebbc.bsky.social
'revenues were down 3% ... but its measure of adjusted profits was up 11%'
Interesting trick
www.theguardian.com/business/202...
'revenues were down 3% ... but its measure of adjusted profits was up 11%'
Interesting trick
www.theguardian.com/business/202...
Terrible day for Clive Myrie to get pink eye
January 19, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Terrible day for Clive Myrie to get pink eye
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Hints at more money for the BBC and guaranteed independence.
As expected, confirmation of the end of the TV Licence. General taxation is now ruled out, as were any regressive options that tax the poor unfairly. The rich will pay more.
It's likely to be a digital levy.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
As expected, confirmation of the end of the TV Licence. General taxation is now ruled out, as were any regressive options that tax the poor unfairly. The rich will pay more.
It's likely to be a digital levy.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Licence fee: Lisa Nandy rules out funding BBC from taxes
The culture secretary calls the TV licence
www.bbc.co.uk
January 17, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Hints at more money for the BBC and guaranteed independence.
As expected, confirmation of the end of the TV Licence. General taxation is now ruled out, as were any regressive options that tax the poor unfairly. The rich will pay more.
It's likely to be a digital levy.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
As expected, confirmation of the end of the TV Licence. General taxation is now ruled out, as were any regressive options that tax the poor unfairly. The rich will pay more.
It's likely to be a digital levy.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
@backthebbc.bsky.social
No telly tax. Would have been my preferred option
Seems likely to be a levy on something (phones, broadband, Netflix subs?)
Still doesn't achieve Nandy's stated objective of freeing the BBC from political interference
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
No telly tax. Would have been my preferred option
Seems likely to be a levy on something (phones, broadband, Netflix subs?)
Still doesn't achieve Nandy's stated objective of freeing the BBC from political interference
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Licence fee: Lisa Nandy rules out funding BBC from taxes
But Lisa Nandy says the TV licence is
www.bbc.co.uk
January 17, 2025 at 11:48 AM
@backthebbc.bsky.social
No telly tax. Would have been my preferred option
Seems likely to be a levy on something (phones, broadband, Netflix subs?)
Still doesn't achieve Nandy's stated objective of freeing the BBC from political interference
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
No telly tax. Would have been my preferred option
Seems likely to be a levy on something (phones, broadband, Netflix subs?)
Still doesn't achieve Nandy's stated objective of freeing the BBC from political interference
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Ofcom has released its most complained shows of the year www.ofcom.org.uk/tv-radio-and...
December 19, 2024 at 9:56 AM
Ofcom has released its most complained shows of the year www.ofcom.org.uk/tv-radio-and...
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@iwriteok.bsky.social did an amazing 2 part podcast on Behind the Bastards. Highly recommend everyone give it a listen. youtu.be/CWX7v1I9020?...
Part One: The RFK Jr. Episodes | BEHIND THE BASTARDS
YouTube video by Behind the Bastards
youtu.be
December 16, 2024 at 11:35 PM
@iwriteok.bsky.social did an amazing 2 part podcast on Behind the Bastards. Highly recommend everyone give it a listen. youtu.be/CWX7v1I9020?...
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🟦 CLEAN FEED | Opinion | ITV takeover bid and putting up the white flag against BBC One.
cleanfeed.thetvroom.com/22343/preswa...
cleanfeed.thetvroom.com/22343/preswa...
ITV takeover bid and putting up the white flag against BBC One - Clean Feed
There are times when someone who cares about TV should be keeping across the business news.
cleanfeed.thetvroom.com
December 15, 2024 at 1:08 PM
🟦 CLEAN FEED | Opinion | ITV takeover bid and putting up the white flag against BBC One.
cleanfeed.thetvroom.com/22343/preswa...
cleanfeed.thetvroom.com/22343/preswa...
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Gotta lotta bottle: doing the rounds with Britain’s last milkmen – photo essay
Gotta lotta bottle: doing the rounds with Britain’s last milkmen – photo essay
Their floats were once a regular sight, quietly whirring down the country’s streets, delivering daily pints. Photographer Maxine Beuret captures the vanishing world of electric milk floats (and their drivers)
You often hear them before you see them: the…
www.theguardian.com
December 14, 2024 at 8:08 AM
Gotta lotta bottle: doing the rounds with Britain’s last milkmen – photo essay
@backthebbc.bsky.social
Another Hollywood company getting out of linear TV
www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/bus...
Another Hollywood company getting out of linear TV
www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/bus...
Warner Bros. Discovery Takes Step Toward Separating TV Channels From Studios Business
The new corporate structure aims for “strategic flexibility” and greater shareholder value.
www.hollywoodreporter.com
December 12, 2024 at 4:44 PM
@backthebbc.bsky.social
Another Hollywood company getting out of linear TV
www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/bus...
Another Hollywood company getting out of linear TV
www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/bus...
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'Life Story: A Horizon Special' is on BBC4 and on iPlayer thereafter. Brilliantly written, structured and acted by a cast to die for. A scientific detective story...but much, much more than that. A gem: www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m0025xxc via @bbciplayer
Horizon - Life Story: A Horizon Special
Film telling the story of the race to discover the structure of DNA. Watson and Crick have the bright ideas and the will to win. But there's one little problem: Rosalind Franklin has the crucial data.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 11, 2024 at 10:40 PM
'Life Story: A Horizon Special' is on BBC4 and on iPlayer thereafter. Brilliantly written, structured and acted by a cast to die for. A scientific detective story...but much, much more than that. A gem: www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m0025xxc via @bbciplayer
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personal one, but -- this is intended as a 101 for those who aren't aware of the manosphere. i've been so frustrated with this space being called The Problem by lazy pundits when it's so clearly an amplifier of systemic hatred.
tw for sexual assault, this is for 2012 me 👍
tw for sexual assault, this is for 2012 me 👍
New Sixteenth Minute (of Fame): we’re talking about the manosphere the wrong way
@jamieloftus.bsky.social @beccalew.bsky.social @whysophiewhy.bsky.social
www.iheart.com/podcast/1119...
@jamieloftus.bsky.social @beccalew.bsky.social @whysophiewhy.bsky.social
www.iheart.com/podcast/1119...
December 10, 2024 at 9:59 PM
personal one, but -- this is intended as a 101 for those who aren't aware of the manosphere. i've been so frustrated with this space being called The Problem by lazy pundits when it's so clearly an amplifier of systemic hatred.
tw for sexual assault, this is for 2012 me 👍
tw for sexual assault, this is for 2012 me 👍
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A deep dive into the digital footprint of Luigi Mangione, a man radicalized by pain.
shatterzone.substack.com/p/alleged-ce...
shatterzone.substack.com/p/alleged-ce...
Alleged CEO Shooter Luigi Mangione Was Radicalized by Pain
A journey through his online footprint and influences
shatterzone.substack.com
December 10, 2024 at 6:54 AM
A deep dive into the digital footprint of Luigi Mangione, a man radicalized by pain.
shatterzone.substack.com/p/alleged-ce...
shatterzone.substack.com/p/alleged-ce...
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More here
www.bbcstudios.com/news/bbc-stu...
www.bbcstudios.com/news/bbc-stu...
www.bbcstudios.com
December 2, 2024 at 8:16 PM
More here
www.bbcstudios.com/news/bbc-stu...
www.bbcstudios.com/news/bbc-stu...
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The best graphic novels of 2024
The best graphic novels of 2024
Arthurian legend, dark family secrets, monsters, princesses and a Russian detective in this year’s picks
British writer and illustrator Isabel Greenberg’s stellar run of graphic novels has taken in ice-bound fables and the Brontës. In this year’s…
www.theguardian.com
December 2, 2024 at 1:16 PM
The best graphic novels of 2024
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For all the talk about everyone migrating to Blue Sky, engagement on my Threads and X accounts this weekend has been far higher, despite posting the same content, at the same time
December 1, 2024 at 11:47 PM
For all the talk about everyone migrating to Blue Sky, engagement on my Threads and X accounts this weekend has been far higher, despite posting the same content, at the same time
Reposted by Gary Kevinson
The courage of those Georgians and especially of this woman is just amazing.
December 1, 2024 at 7:11 PM
The courage of those Georgians and especially of this woman is just amazing.
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OMG listen to this NOW www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Illuminated - Dark Crossing - BBC Sounds
A cross-Atlantic journey turns into a gripping psychological thriller.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 24, 2024 at 7:47 PM
OMG listen to this NOW www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
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Do we do media regulation stuff here? Some good points in today's report from the Lords Communications & Digital Committee. This seems a wise remark. Sky, BBC, C4, ITV should take note. But how could GB News follow this advice, when it regularly taunts Ofcom on air and does not accept its rulings?
November 25, 2024 at 5:32 PM
Do we do media regulation stuff here? Some good points in today's report from the Lords Communications & Digital Committee. This seems a wise remark. Sky, BBC, C4, ITV should take note. But how could GB News follow this advice, when it regularly taunts Ofcom on air and does not accept its rulings?
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A fast developing situation in Syria - rebel troops having entered Aleppo, the country’s most important business centre, this morning. Residents were warned to evacuate from areas shown in red 1/
November 29, 2024 at 3:32 PM
A fast developing situation in Syria - rebel troops having entered Aleppo, the country’s most important business centre, this morning. Residents were warned to evacuate from areas shown in red 1/
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Here's the latest edition of The Media Show. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
The Media Show - The end-of-life influencer, Christmas adverts, Mishal Husain leaves the BBC - BBC Sounds
The role of the media in the assisted dying debate.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 28, 2024 at 7:50 AM
Here's the latest edition of The Media Show. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
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HOT FROSTY and MOANA 2: What even are movies?
A deranged Thanksgiving episode of The Big Picture with my hot snowpeople Rob Harvilla and Yasi Salek.
open.spotify.com/episode/5sAj...
A deranged Thanksgiving episode of The Big Picture with my hot snowpeople Rob Harvilla and Yasi Salek.
open.spotify.com/episode/5sAj...
‘Hot Frosty’ and ‘Moana 2’: What Even Are Movies?
The Big Picture · Episode
open.spotify.com
November 27, 2024 at 10:01 PM
HOT FROSTY and MOANA 2: What even are movies?
A deranged Thanksgiving episode of The Big Picture with my hot snowpeople Rob Harvilla and Yasi Salek.
open.spotify.com/episode/5sAj...
A deranged Thanksgiving episode of The Big Picture with my hot snowpeople Rob Harvilla and Yasi Salek.
open.spotify.com/episode/5sAj...