The origins of State radio and TV and their application to mass communications
This talk not only traces the origins of State radio and TV and their application to mass communications but also looks at some of the people who recognised and pioneered the BBC's potential and drove its success. On a topical note, Nick also intends to examine the BBC's sometimes fraught relationships with government and concerns that have arisen about the Corporation's power and scope.
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THE ARTS SOCIETY ACCREDITED LECTURER
Mr Nick Salmond
After studying Physics at Bristol University I joined the BBC where I worked for over thirty years. Working mainly in news I helped cover some of the great events of our time. I led the team moving BBC World News into central London in 2013. In 2017 I trained as a London Blue Badge Tourist Guide, qualifying in 2019 and winning the Katrine Prince Award as Guide of the Year. During the COVID lockdown, I led the guide's media team, creating several virtual talks on social media, featuring over 50 London Guides. I am a lecturer for the new Guide’s Training course.
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