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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Michael Savage Media editor

Has Today had its day? BBC’s flagship Radio 4 show grapples with podcast age

Emma Barnett presenting Radio 4’s Today programme
Emma Barnett presenting Radio 4’s Today programme. BBC insiders say an ‘existential moment’ has emerged for the show. Photograph: Jeff Overs/BBC/PA

With well over 5 million listeners a week tuning in to hear whether another tongue-tied minister will fall foul of its legendary 8.10am interview slot, Radio 4’s Today programme continues to be one of the BBC’s flagship news shows.

It has also traditionally been the pinnacle for broadcasters, producers and editors alike, keen to be associated with a show that has strived to set the daily news agenda since the 1950s.

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