All Columnists articles – Page 4
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CommentDistinctive domestic content is key to our national identity
Streamers have brought more choice but the PSB model must be protected, says Peter Bazalgette
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CommentTime to stop undervaluing our production managers
They are the backbone of every show and their worth must be acknowledged and properly rewarded, says Lorraine Heggessey
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CommentOlympics highlights the shift in power away from PSBs
Sub-licensing deal with Discovery leaves viewers disappointed and illustrates the tough challenges facing the BBC, says Scott Bryan
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CommentDon’t write off C4 – pushing boundaries is still in its DNA
It may not be the risk-taker it once was, but C4 still offers inspiration to many, says Danny Brocklehurst
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CommentInclusivity will be key to this year’s Edinburgh TV Festival
Jack Thorne will put disability centre stage and we’re taking up the challenge to ensure that everyone feels welcome, says Fatima Salaria
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CommentIt’s time to act decisively to rein in the streaming giants
Traditional broadcasters cannot compete with their deep-pocketed rivals without government intervention, says Kate Bulkley
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CommentStand up and be counted on issues that affect our industry
It’s time to make sure our voices are heard when it comes to creative sector public policy, says Peter Bazalgette
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CommentThe BBC should capitalise on Eurovision’s popularity
A Saturday night entertainment show to select the UK entrant would deliver ratings and boost our chances, says Scott Bryan
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CommentRoku has the tools to make its mark in the streaming world
The US firm has evolved and its user relationships and advertising expertise put it in a strong position, says Kate Bulkley
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CommentThe UK should open up to the thrills of a writers’ room
There’s always a place for the singular vision but the US approach suits longer runs, says Danny Brocklehurst
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RatingsOriginal drama delivers for C5
The Drowning leads the way as scripted push produces three of channel’s top five highest-rated shows
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CommentYoung diverse talent will ensure docs continue to thrive
Documentaries create debate and offer fresh perspectives – they can only be enhanced by including more voices, says Lorraine Heggessey
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CommentCommissioning is a lottery – there must be a better way
In a world of measurement and big data, why does a green light still come down to luck, politics and personal opinion? asks Ash Atalla
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CommentWe must pressure government to do right thing on prominence
Broadcasters have to work with the global streamers or risk becoming irrelevant – but they have an ace up their sleeve
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CommentLockdown lesson: if you wanna get ahead, get a shed
Garden working has been great, but I’ve had to swap Channel 4 for Naked without meeting my colleagues, says Fatima Salaria
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RatingsGenres - 28-day consolidated (December 2020)
Including top 10 drama, entertainment and factual programmes
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CommentStreamers must stop hiding behind the big numbers
Lack of transparency over ratings is confusing for viewers – and may even be hurting the platforms’ smaller shows, says Scott Bryan
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CommentDiscovery+ is well placed to follow in Disney+’s footsteps
Factual broadcaster can leverage global linear channels and pay-TV relationships to boost streaming service, says Kate Bulkley
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CommentHow a malice-free format is thriving during lockdown
The BBC can’t always wallow in nostalgia, but The Repair Shop is just what’s needed right now, says Peter Bazalgette
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CommentHuman interaction can be just as gripping as crime
Success of series like Normal People and I Hate Suzie shows you don’t need cops and killers to attract a big audience, says Danny Brocklehurst