Ita Buttrose has revealed she doesn’t understand the ABC’s biggest problem

, starring veteran RN broadcaster Fran Kelly, was a missed opportunity to take a risk on fresh talent, something the ABC used to have a reputation for, and to re-engage with younger audiences.

The column echoed the sentiments of many inside the ABC – some of whom had been developing and pitching their own light entertainment shows, albeit with an explicit focus on attracting new, younger and culturally diverse audiences, and were caught off guard when told that resources would instead be allocated to Kelly’s dream program.

Buttrose went on to say that “a lot of our comedy shows are hosted by wonderfully young people”, but didn’t name a single one. That’s because there aren’t any. There is not a single ABC TV comedy or panel show hosted by anyone under the age of 35. Of course, it’s not the ABC chair’s job to know the entire programming slate off by heart, but claiming “a lot of shows” are hosted by young people, when that isn’t true, is a problem.“You’ve gotta have the experience Fran has”.

oz_f In actual fact, the question really should be ‘how can Ozzie Osman, a muslim born in Pakistan, possibly be SMH cultural affairs editor’? It’s beyond belief BevanShields

oz_f Resign.

oz_f It’s chock full of fkkn Maoists.

oz_f That helps to explain her appointment, I guess. 🙄

oz_f The explanation for the ABC finally comes out. Now explain to us why 90% of journos don't know the difference between median and average. Please. Explain also why AustralianLabor MrKRudd n co haven't yet started a media inquiry. 2day the DT had 'Snake Chalmers' They run 70%!

oz_f Bring back Molly and Countdown.

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