Weekend star?
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The ITV network is in a strong position, according to LWT director of programmes Simon Shaps. He feels that ITV is unfairly criticised, and that there is a need to convince people that ITV does actually produce very good television programmes. At LWT, attention is being given to a several new light entertainment ideas, and efforts are also being made to build up its reputation in serious programming. Shaps is keen for LWT to establish closer links with other broadcasters.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 1997
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Dispensing with the unpleasantries
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Tern TV creative director Harry Bell came up with the idea for "The Spa of Embarrassing Illnesses" after reading a Diagnostic Clinic research which found that approximately 70% of the population suffer from some kind of embarrassing illness. The pitching and evolution of the idea, the reaction to it, and challenges for the show are also discussed.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2008
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