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Journalist, Writer, Broadcaster @TimesRadio, former HARDtalker. Still curious and inquisitive… Contact: @greeneandheaton

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Oct 15, 2024
THREAD: 1. PERSONAL NEWS: Today BBC News has announced plans to close @BBCHARDtalk after 3 decades holding the world’s politicians and powerbrokers to account. This is sad news for me personally, but...
SummaryBBC News announced the closure of HARDtalk, a 30-year-old long-form interview show known for holding world leaders accountable, after the host learned the team will be disbanded. The host expresses sadness about losing an important platform for rigorous, independent journalism at a time when misinformation is prevalent, but remains committed to continuing serious journalism in new ventures.8 tweets1 min read