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Roger Bolton, formerly presenter of BBC Radio 4's 'Feedback' launches his very first podcast. Free from the constraints of broadcasting on the BBC, with a few more opinions and casting his net a little bit wider to encompass the whole of the BBC, Roger examines the issues that are facing the corporation and public service broadcasting.

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Recent Guests

Jon Williams
Executive director of the Rory Peck Trust, former foreign editor at BBC News.
Rory Peck Trust
Episode: Jon Williams, ex-BBC Foreign News Editor, on Freelance Journalism, Media Challenges, and Lawsuits
Andy Webb
Author of Dianarama, The Betrayal of Princess Diana
Episode: Andy Webb, Dianarama author on Princess Diana, BBC 'Cover-Ups' & Bashir
Pat Younge
Former BBC Chief Creative Officer and head of the British Broadcasting Challenge
British Broadcasting Challenge
Episode: Pat Younge, ex-BBC Chief Creative Officer, on BBC bias, broadcasting reform, and media power
Matt Frei
Europe editor and presenter of Channel 4 News
Channel 4 News
Episode: Matt Frei, Channel 4 News presenter on democracy's fragility, media's transformation, and journalism's enduring mission
Professor Stephen Cushion
Director of Research at the Cardiff School of Journalism, who has launched a project on media impartiality.
Cardiff School of Journalism
Episode: Prof Stephen Cushion on Ofcom, Politicians as Presenters, and Media Impartiality
Professor Paul Dixon
Professor of Politics and International Relations at the University of Leicester and Queen Mary College, University of London
University of Leicester
Episode: Prof Paul Dixon: The Military’s Influence on Britain’s Democracy
Mary Hockaday
Former Controller of BBC World Service English and current Master of Trinity Hall, Cambridge
Trinity Hall, Cambridge
Episode: Mary Hockaday, ex-Controller BBC World Service: Funding and Editorial Independence at the World Service
Mark Damazer
Former controller of Radio 4, BBC trustee, and chair of the Booker Prizes.
Formerly with BBC
Episode: Mark Damazer, former BBC Trustee, on the BBC’s international audio strategy and its future
Robin Aitken
Former BBC journalist and author known for criticizing the BBC's perceived liberal bias
Daily Telegraph
Episode: Robin Aitken, former BBC journalist on Impartiality, Internal Culture, and Trust in the BBC

Host

Roger Bolton
Host and veteran journalist with extensive experience in broadcasting, particularly with the BBC, known for his critical perspectives on media issues.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 129 ratings
  • Great podcast

    One of the best.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    odysseus4729
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Wonderful to find Roger again

    Thank you The Times for telling me about Roger’s podcast

    Really looking forward to catching up with the sexiest voice on radio!

    Sue Newman

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sueexeter
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • This is NOT a "Beeb Watch" it is just a BBC Cheer Leader exercise not an independent Podcast. Bolton constantly ensures any guest is as pro BBC and DEFINITELY Anti GBNews as he desires.

    Balanced? No way.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    2 years ago
  • Required listening

    I’ve been listening/watching Roger for as long as I can remember so it’s great to hear him discussing the Beeb at this time when we’re in danger of losing it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S_L_Ash
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Insightful analysis of BBC Chair’s predicament

    So good to hear Roger again. Thanks to article in The Guardian.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wales10!
    United Kingdom3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the critical insights and the engaging discussions led by Roger Bolton, praising the podcast for its thoughtful analysis of the BBC and media ethics.
Many express gratitude for Bolton's return to broadcasting, highlighting his distinctive voice and expertise.
Overall, feedback underscores the program as essential listening for anyone concerned about the future of public service broadcasting and media accountability.
Some listeners note the need for a broader representation in guest selections, particularly in terms of gender and diversity, while still valuing the show's content.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#130
United Kingdom/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#231
Italy/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#82
Ireland/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#158
China/News/Politics
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#246
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Talking Points

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Jon Williams, ex-BBC Foreign News Editor, on Freelance Journalism, Media Challenges, and Lawsuits
Q: Is the mental health of journalists a particular concern of yours?
Yes, it has been ever since I was the foreign editor. Many colleagues suffered from mental health issues due to what they experienced in conflict zones.
Jon Williams, ex-BBC Foreign News Editor, on Freelance Journalism, Media Challenges, and Lawsuits
Q: Do you think that the problems have come up, there are problems particularly associated with that over whether, and we see this in Gaza, particularly in the public relation war over Gaza, the temptation for people to say, well, they're a freelance, they're obviously on the side of whoever you're not on the side of?
There are two groups of freelancers: those known to commissioners who choose to be freelance for independence, and ad hoc freelancers who get extraordinary footage in the right place at the right time.
Dan Thomas, FT Global Media Editor on the Sky/ITV Deal and the Future of UK Media
Q: Is the future of GB News and Talk secure?
GB News is finding funding partly for political reasons, while Talk has different sponsors behind it, so their futures are distinct and uncertain in profitability.
Dan Thomas, FT Global Media Editor on the Sky/ITV Deal and the Future of UK Media
Q: What will happen to Channel 4 and BBC if the ITV and Sky deal goes through?
The likelihood of a closer relationship or collaboration between Channel 4 and the BBC increases, but merging completely is not necessarily inevitable.
Dan Thomas, FT Global Media Editor on the Sky/ITV Deal and the Future of UK Media
Q: If Samir Shah was the chair of most other companies, do you think he would still be in post?
His position seems tricky, as he's crucial for appointing the next director general and stabilizing leadership in a tumultuous period.

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1. Jon Williams
2. Andy Webb
3. Pat Younge
4. Matt Frei
5. Professor Stephen Cushion
6. Professor Paul Dixon
7. Mary Hockaday
8. Mark Damazer

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