How to protect the BBC from its enemies
Episode 40 of the Media Confidential podcast, hosted by Prospect Magazine, titled "How to protect the BBC from its enemies" was published on January 26, 2026 and runs 45 minutes.
January 26, 2026 ·45m · Media Confidential
Summary
Should the BBC be publicly funded? This week, Alan and Lionel are joined by media researchers and fellows of the British Academy, Georgina Born and Justin Lewis, whose new report on public service media tells us what the data really says. Reforms are needed, but how radical should they be?The researchers discuss how to ensure the BBC’s independence and accountability, and what the UK can learn from international media systems, like those in Germany and Scandinavia, about how to make governance more democratic. They also explore what works, what doesn’t—and why it all matters.And, with Nigel Farage promising to abolish the licence fee, is there a way to future-proof the broadcaster? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode Description
Should the BBC be publicly funded? This week, Alan and Lionel are joined by media researchers and fellows of the British Academy, Georgina Born and Justin Lewis, whose new report on public service media tells us what the data really says. Reforms are needed, but how radical should they be?
The researchers discuss how to ensure the BBC’s independence and accountability, and what the UK can learn from international media systems, like those in Germany and Scandinavia, about how to make governance more democratic. They also explore what works, what doesn’t—and why it all matters.
And, with Nigel Farage promising to abolish the licence fee, is there a way to future-proof the broadcaster?
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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