Can Simon Robinson tame the ABC?
About this episode
The episode discusses the challenges faced by the new ABC news boss as he attempts to reshape the broadcaster's culture amidst high expectations.
Stars with planet-sized egos. Newsroom staff with big opinions. Audiences with high expectations and low patience. That’s the hot mix awaiting the new ABC news boss, who arrives as ABC management sort-of not-really denies sacking the last bloke. Today, media editor James Madden’s here to discuss ABC management’s bid to remake the national broadcaster’s culture. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel . Outsider tasked with a big fix at ABC ABC news boss quits abruptly Jewish radio station’s giant battle This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Hosts: Claire Harvey, Tiffany Dimmack
Guest: James Madden
Topics covered
- ABC management
- media culture
- newsroom dynamics
- broadcasting
- leadership changes
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: ABC, The Australian
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