Ok? What a strange observation from him.
strange to come from an ABC employee but Q&A AFAIK has always claimed to be ‘live’ (at least in AEST/AEDST).
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Wow, that’s got to have some career ramifications coming from an ABC employee. Does it actually really matter? It’s not a sports event where 20 minutes would be a huge issue and it’s not like it’s days in advance where situations can change rapidly.
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Not at all. 99% of things in this forum don’t really matter but it’s not unreasonable to question why some things happen. As I said the show has always created the impression of being ‘live’ but potentially now, given the show is often under tough scrutiny, there are editorial policies that dictate a delay, like the equivalent of the 7-second delay used in talkback radio.
Possibly the bigger curiosity is the fact this delay has been pointed out by an ABC employee. It’s not exactly derogatory or criticising his employer but it could create some public doubt over the show’s authenticity.
I happened to watch the show last night, first time in ages, and I think the bigger issue for me is the show’s failure to point out misinformation. One of the panellists was talking about the differences in accountability between Optus and Telstra, noting that Optus is a private company and Telstra is a government utility. Telstra is not anymore, but nobody thought to question the panellist as this misinformation undermined the point she was making.
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Q+A used to feature a social media component (e.g. Twitter) that relied on live interaction with the audience. They don’t seem to do that much anymore.
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Monday 27 November 2023
This week on Q+A, we look back on 2023. From the Voice to Parliament referendum to the Matildas World Cup shootout and the scandals that shook Qantas, Optus and PwC.
Rate rises hit home, floods and fires flared, AI astonished, war was waged, and the cost-of-living crisis had us counting coins at the checkout.
What did you make of this year and what questions do you have about what lies ahead?
Q+A is live from Melbourne on Monday, 27 November at 9.35pm AEDT.
On the Panel
Cheng Lei
Journalist & Broadcaster
Cheng Lei is a Chinese-Australian journalist whose former role was anchor for the “Global Business” and “BizTalk” shows on China Global Television Network, rebranded from CCTV-News. She was released from three years and two months’ detention in China in October 2023. She had been accused of supplying state secrets to a foreign organisation.
Osher Günsberg
TV & Podcast Host
Osher Günsberg is one of Australia’s most recognisable media personalities and has been a guest in the living rooms of Australians for nearly two decades.
Todd Fernando
Outgoing Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities
Kalarie man Dr Todd Fernando is the Outgoing Victorian LGBTIQA+ Commissioner, serving in the role since 2021. With a background as an intersectional change consultant and a respected public intellectual, Todd brings a wealth of experience in reshaping social policy and enhancing cultural safety in both public and private sectors throughout Australia.
Charlotte Mortlock
Executive Director, Hilma’s Network
Charlotte Mortlock is a broadcast journalist with 12 years experience, working in New York, Sydney and rural Australia, including as a political reporter and news anchor for Sky News. In 2021 Charlotte moved into politics as an advisor, and in the same year established The Clock, a podcast celebrating all the different paths women taking in their 30s.
Anthony Callea
Singer-Songwriter
The ARIA Award winner is undoubtedly one of Australia’s finest vocalists and entertainers with a career now spanning 19 years, 8 albums, TV Concert Specials, countless concert tours, major event performances and TV show
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https://x.com/abcnews/status/1729364494441136425?s=46&t=1xDnT4GHEsdn4Svv1sS4Iw
As BT would say: “oh boy…”
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I just saw this on FB and was coming to ask what on earth this was about? Patricia being very OTT for the host of a serious ABC news panel show…
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Sorry but how can it clear itself of any biases ? Shouldn’t that have been done under an independent review ? Just seems weird.
Not saying ther they provided any bias per say but I thought an independent review would have been much better for this?
PATRICIA KARVELAS TO HOST Q+A IN 2024
ABC NEWS is pleased to announce Patricia Karvelas will return as Q+A anchor in 2024.
Karvelas will lead the conversation as citizens put their questions to local and international politicians and thought leaders.
She will also continue to present RN Breakfast three or five days a week, depending on the Q+A schedule.
Patricia Karvelas:
“Q+A is the town hall. It’s the only program bringing together a range of guests to debate the big issues where ordinary people – not journalists or insiders – can come along and ask questions of powerful people.
“I thrive on big and difficult conversations and I’m excited and privileged to take on the role of host of this iconic ABC program in 2024.
“A show like Q+A should constantly be evolving to meet the needs of Australians and that’s what I’m committed to doing.
“RN Breakfast is the agenda-setting long-form audio interview program that brings me so much joy. I’m delighted to combine my love of radio and TV at the ABC.”
Justin Stevens, ABC Director, News:
“Having a journalist of Patricia Karvelas’s calibre leading these two key programs is terrific for the ABC and for audiences.
“Patricia’s an exceptional communicator with a rare ability to cut through complex issues and make them clear.
“She’s an independent thinker who brings ethical and intellectual rigour to her journalism.”
Q+A returns on Monday 19 February 2024, simulcast LIVE around the country on ABC TV, ABC iview and ABC NEWS on radio and into Asia and the Pacific on ABC Australia.
Isn’t ABC ombudsman independent enough? She only reports to the ABC board.
Of course if the complainants are not happy with the ombudsman’s findings, they can always take the case to the Australian Communications and Media Authority.
I cannot believe the ABC are continuing with this show next year.
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The program has been cut back to 24 episodes next year.
This show isn’t doing the ABC any favours. Jist be done with it.
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