All Comment articles – Page 183
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CommentRobinson on the Rajars
Despite the BBC making strong year-on-year gains in reach by four of its five national networks, and record figures for The Today Programme and The Archers, the latest Rajar figures belong to commercial radio, writes Paul Robinson.
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CommentDawn Porter's dreams - no laughing matter
As Dawn Porter’s stand-up set at the Edinburgh TV Festival approaches, she is getting a little nervous - and having some very strange dreams.
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CommentBroadcasting a global event
When it comes to planning the broadcasting of a major global tournament you can’t be too prepared, writes David Johnson,
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CommentMedia Trust on Big Society
Caroline Diehl explains how media professionals are ideally positioned to engage with the Big Society set out by the new UK government.
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CommentRajars reveal radio relevance
The latest Rajars are great for radio, writes Matt Landeman, as they demonstrate the strength of the medium and the power of great programming by delivering record levels of listening for the second consecutive quarter.
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CommentHunting for ITV’s pay-off
A direct relationship with viewers could be the broadcaster’s best hope.
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CommentQuality audio is as important as visuals
As audio specialists, it was great to see some column space devoted to sound and the problems faced in the industry (Sound with vision, Broadcast 30.7.10).
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CommentGovernment’s decision to axe UKFC is short-sighted
Thriving industry needs quick alternative to keep momentum going, says Hattie Dalton.
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CommentITV getting the net is overdue
Fixing itv.com is a priority, but it will have to move fast to catch up.
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CommentDawn Porter's having the Last Laugh
How hard can stand-up comedy be? TV presenter Dawn Porter is finding out, ahead of this year’s Edinburgh TV Festival.
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CommentGreat expectations for ITV
As ITV prepares to unveil the results of its strategic review tomorrow, Jake Kanter analyses what investors and the industry can expect.
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CommentAcquisitions are hotting up as firms refocus on growth
Strong interest in Five sale points to further consolidation in the sector, says San Datta.
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CommentBBC Trust's remit does extend to services
Emily Bell is wrong to refer to issues of territory and boundary disputes in her account of the BBC Trust’s conclusions on executive proposals for 6 Music or other services (‘The BBC should call the shots’ Broadcast 16.7.10).
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CommentTop execs should go to Salford
Lack of commitment from the leadership sends out the wrong signals.
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CommentFormat fatigue - where's the viewer choice?
Formatted factual is a key plank in all broadcasters’ schedules - but when it’s on four out of five of the PSBs, it does viewers a disservice, writes Robin Parker.
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CommentAll aboard the Love Bus
Five leads the way, but the big media players are all looking for partners.
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CommentRelevance is key to striking right balance for audiences
Mohit Bakaya on how Radio 4 tried to avoid the Marmite scenario with its London season.
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CommentWill Desmond be Five’s knight?
Publisher could save the channel, but ITV and C4 will be keeping tabs.
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CommentRoss is a ratings loss to the BBC
As Jonathan Ross heads for pastures new, Jake Kanter reflects on how the presenter fared in the ratings - and how a potential showdown with Graham Norton next year might play out.