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The BBC’s coverage of news events is an institutional mainstay, and journalism would be bereft with its absence. Playing a key role in shaping their internet presence is one Nic Newman, now a Lead Author of the Reuters Institute Digital Report.

Clearly, Nic’s dedication to quality journalism delivered effectively is a trait demonstrated throughout his career, from the demanding training grounds of local radio, to playing an instrumental role in the formation of the BBC’s news website, to now heading up the world’s largest annual report in his field.

Joining Lee Cooper on this week’s Extrology podcast, Nic shares the exciting advancements that paved the way for the BBC’s digital presence, some incredible findings from his work with the Reuters Institute, and the balance to be found between technological advancements and retaining human connection.

Lee and Nic discuss:

• How Nic broke family expectations to enter the world of radio
• The incredibly broad skillset demanded by roles in local radio stations
• Editing as a ‘lost art’
• Moments of large scale change in journalistic delivery
• Building the BBC’s reputation and infrastructure
• Combatting the feelings-over-facts reporting currently prevalent on the internet

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