Innovation in Radio News – The Challenge of Young Audiences

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In this fast-moving session, Akwasi Sarpong and Phillippa Guillou from the BBC Minute describe how the BBC has changed to reflect young people’s lives, interests and conversations. They will share examples from Africa and the rest of the globe looking at traditional radio and new digital platforms.

3 Jul 2019 English South Africa Business

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