Roger Mexico Posted September 5, 2020 Share Posted September 5, 2020 59 minutes ago, hissingsid said: Yes it now looks like a set up between the station and this drama queen ex employee . I was unaware she was connected in any way when I posted before but it follows, why Manx Radio are being so negative is puzzling but this sort of action leaves a nasty taste. Amusingly dilligaf seems to have believed you were talking about Moulton rather than Ms Griffiths. This sort of thing isn't necessarily corrupt (though it can be) but it's always unprofessional. It's not that they shouldn't report her views, but introducing her as "Former Manx Radio presenter, Amy ..." or whatever would make things clear. Some of this is just vanity - they think everyone knows who they are - but if they don't it can give the impression they have something to hide. Of course the main thing they are usually hiding is that they can't be arsed to find out what is happening or what the public thinks - so they just ask their chums. Of course this chumminess isn't unknown elsewhere - any Private Eye will contain examples of worse practice from the London media. But it's still a giveaway that people aren't doing their job properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uhtred Posted September 5, 2020 Share Posted September 5, 2020 (edited) There is a human tendency to over-complicate any situation. In virtually every case the simple answer is almost invariably the accurate one. So... Manx Radio... everyone involved is really rather shit at what they do. No conspiracy, no nepotism, no agenda...just really poorly performing people, producing shitty radio. Shittily. Except Beth. Edited September 5, 2020 by Uhtred Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gladys Posted September 6, 2020 Share Posted September 6, 2020 14 hours ago, WKRP said: There is bigger problem with that story, as the person concerned, Amy Griffiths, is an ex member of the Manx Radio newsroom, that really should have been made clear. This is similar to when Charles Guard is interviewed, it needs to be clear that he is a director Radio Manx limited. Also when he appears with Alex Brindley, he’s god father to his son, talking about Milntown, also a director. Its very important that the audience should know of these associations In each case, why do these things need to be disclosed? There are irrelevant in each scenario. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hissingsid Posted September 6, 2020 Share Posted September 6, 2020 It depends Gladys if she contacted Manx Radio or whether they contacted her. The other people that were interviewed seemed a bit contrived one woman saying she did not believe in isolation and a man giving the reason he missed the seagulls. If I knew where the seagull loving idiot lived I would send him a few who delight on dumping on my car and washing, I am sure Mr Moorehouse would sign the exit papers. We will never know the truth so we must move on and give everyone the benefit of the doubt even the moranic woman who is not young by any means wailing for her Mom......tragic snowflake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pongo Posted September 6, 2020 Share Posted September 6, 2020 2 hours ago, Gladys said: In each case, why do these things need to be disclosed? There are irrelevant in each scenario. A random person whining that the are missing seeing a relative is even more irrelevant. There was someone here not long ago arguing against the measures on the basis that her children hadn't seen their grandparents lately. As if that really matters. But at least this place doesn't cost £millions. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anyone Posted September 6, 2020 Share Posted September 6, 2020 8 hours ago, pongo said: A random person whining that the are missing seeing a relative is even more irrelevant. There was someone here not long ago arguing against the measures on the basis that her children hadn't seen their grandparents lately. As if that really matters. But at least this place doesn't cost £millions. I think seeing close relatives for most people really matters for many reasons. It’s a bit hard hearted to dismiss such a feeling as something that does not matter. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dilligaf Posted September 6, 2020 Share Posted September 6, 2020 (edited) 21 hours ago, Roger Mexico said: Amusingly dilligaf seems to have believed you were talking about Moulton rather than Ms Griffiths. This sort of thing isn't necessarily corrupt (though it can be) but it's always unprofessional. It's not that they shouldn't report her views, but introducing her as "Former Manx Radio presenter, Amy ..." or whatever would make things clear. Some of this is just vanity - they think everyone knows who they are - but if they don't it can give the impression they have something to hide. Of course the main thing they are usually hiding is that they can't be arsed to find out what is happening or what the public thinks - so they just ask their chums. Of course this chumminess isn't unknown elsewhere - any Private Eye will contain examples of worse practice from the London media. But it's still a giveaway that people aren't doing their job properly. Re your first sentence. If the cap fits etc. Edited September 6, 2020 by dilligaf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southfork Posted September 6, 2020 Share Posted September 6, 2020 59 minutes ago, Anyone said: I think seeing close relatives for most people really matters for many reasons. It’s a bit hard hearted to dismiss such a feeling as something that does not matter. Of course it’s important as are compassionate grounds etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WKRP Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 Radio Manx yearly report is out Seems they got £200,000 extra to cover Covid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Non-Believer Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 Worth every penny. Brindley and Hartley have kept us all sane. Er..... 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeliX Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 22 minutes ago, Non-Believer said: Worth every penny. Brindley and Hartley have kept us all sane. Er..... It took me a moment to notice the bottom of this post and now you owe me compensation for new frown lines. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 2 hours ago, WKRP said: Radio Manx yearly report is out Seems they got £200,000 extra to cover Covid And why not ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheTeapot Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 Get given a million quid, still make a loss. There's something wrong with your business model mate. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 3 minutes ago, TheTeapot said: Get given a million quid, still make a loss. There's something wrong with your business model mate. It a public service, not a retail business. I love it and listen for several hours every day. More people should give it a try. It was never intended to be a pop music station like it’s pretenders. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 (edited) If TSOS is one thing, he is consistent in posting the boring “ confused” emoticon at every post I and others make. It must make him happy I suppose. Bless Edited October 12, 2020 by Scotty 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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