Editor’s picks (aka Most Popular)

Emma Thompson and Bryan Lourd in conversation | RTS Cambridge Convention 2023

Agent-extraordinaire Bryan Lourd and actor and screenwriter Emma Thompson take the temperature of the industry on both sides of the Atlantic and mull over the future of talent and creativity.

Speakers

  • Bryan Lourd, Co-Chairman, Creative Artists Agency (CAA)
  • Emma Thompson, Actor and Screenwriter

The session was part of the RTS Cambridge Convention 2023, with Principal Sponsor Channel 4. The convention took place on 20 - 21 September at King's College, Cambridge.

Impartiality – What’s The Point? The Decision Makers | RTS Cambridge Convention 2023

Talk TV and GB News are offering a shaken-up version of traditional news media – for some representing an exciting new wave of audience-focused, edgier broadcasting, with others wondering where the so-called ‘Americanisation’ of broadcasting will lead us. Join a panel of decision makers as they ask whether impartiality rules are still fit for purpose, and if the idea of due impartiality is still as important to audiences as it used to be.

A Disability Access Journey with Simon Minty and Steph Lacey | RTS Cambridge Convention 2023

Disability consultant and Gogglebox’s Simon Minty and writer and actor Steph Lacey ponder how far the industry has come in its inclusion of disabled people, and consider what more we can do.

Speakers

  • Steph Lacey, Writer and Actor
  • Simon Minty, Disability and Diversity Consultant and Director, Sminty Ltd

The session was part of the RTS Cambridge Convention 2023, with Principal Sponsor Channel 4. The convention took place on 20 - 21 September at King's College, Cambridge.

UK Keynote: Carolyn McCall, ITV | RTS Cambridge Convention 2023

In conversation with BBC Chief Economics Correspondent Dharshini David, ITV Chief Executive Carolyn McCall, gives a progress report on ITVX, and talks about the company’s upcoming business challenges.

Chair

  • Dharshini David, Broadcaster, Economist and Author

Speaker

  • Carolyn McCall, CEO, ITV

The session was part of the RTS Cambridge Convention 2023, with Principal Sponsor Channel 4. The convention took place on 20 - 21 September at King's College, Cambridge.

Secretary of State Lucy Frazer Keynote | RTS Cambridge Convention 2023

Secretary of State Lucy Frazer addresses the future of TV against a backdrop of changing technologies and viewing habits.

Chair

  • Alex Mahon, CEO, Channel 4

Speaker

  • The Rt Hon Lucy Frazer KC MP, Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport

The session was part of the RTS Cambridge Convention 2023, with Principal Sponsor Channel 4. The convention took place on 20 - 21 September at King's College, Cambridge.

James Corden in Conversation with Boyd Hilton | RTS Cambridge Convention 2023

After eight years in America hosting The Late Late Show, James Corden is back in the UK. In his first industry interview since his return, Heat Entertainment Director Boyd Hilton examines his illustrious BAFTA, Tony and Emmy winning career and asks what’s next? As a Writer/Producer/Performer on both sides of the Atlantic, James will give his unique perspective on our industry and discuss its future.

Chair

Boyd Hilton, Entertainment Director, Heat

Speaker

James Corden OBE, Writer, Host, Actor and Producer