The Media Show: Washington leak culture
Pentagon hunt for the officials talking to journalists
The Explanation · BBC World Service
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Show Notes
The death of Pope Francis has drawn intense global media coverage as journalists gather in Rome. Tom Kington, Italy Correspondent for The Times, describes press access within the Vatican and reflects on the Pope's evolving relationship with journalists. The Pentagon continues its hunt for officials behind recent high-profile leaks involving sensitive military plans. David Smith, Washington DC Bureau Chief at The Guardian, joins former special adviser Peter Cardwell and journalist Isabel Oakeshott to outline the role of leaks in US and UK political journalism. The Genius Game is a South Korean reality show format launching in the UK this month. TV executive Tamara Gilder explains the strategic and psychological gameplay behind the format and its appeal in a global market for “gamified content”.
Presenters: Ros Atkins and Katie Razzall
Producer: Lisa Jenkinson
Assistant producer: Lucy Wai .