Tragic events and the horror of news
Recent local horrors lead us to think about the impact of ‘bad news’.
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Author: John Jewell
Corbyn wins the campaign – but not the election
This was an election campaign which, though it will be forever linked with the tragic events in Manchester and London, was notable for its concentration on the personalities of May and Jeremy Corbyn.
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I didn’t hear the news today, oh boy
In common with all other broadcasters, the BBC has to adhere to a set of requirements which, as its code of practice states, means that from 12.30 am until 10.00 pm there can be no coverage of any issues directly pertinent to the election campaign.
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Welcome to Brand Cardiff
Through the Champions League final, Cardiff is promoting itself as a global brand.
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Sexism in Politics – and beyond
The sexism faced by GE 17 election candidate, Emily Owen is sadly too commonplace in the media and society in general.
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Corbyn and the media in #GE2017
Jeremy Corbyn has never had an easy ride from the so called ‘mainstream media’. Is he a victim of circumstance or architect of his own misfortune?
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General Election 2017: The TV Debates
With a General Election TV debate confirmed for May 18th. John Jewell takes a look at the history of the format.
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Britain Loves Talent
The viewing figures for ITV’s popular entertainment programme Britain’s Got Talent reached 9.2 million last week – the biggest TV audience of the year so far. Why are talent shows so popular?
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Their Finest – Cinema in World War Two
WWII romantic comedy Their Finest highlights the role cinema played in keeping up morale.
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Why we love Car Share
Car Share is BBC iPlayer’s most watched series to premiere as a box set and winner of the best scripted comedy at the 2016 Bafta’s. Why is it so popular?
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