Andrew Marr quits the BBC

Daisend1

The Andrew Marr hour was the only programme that would get me out of bed at nine am on a sunday morning. Not a fan of Laura K so that's another breakfast programme off my list
Haven't we already lost * BBC* Breakfast Louise Minchin ?. Whose next

Oh I couldn't stand Louise Minchin, simpering and giggling. So annoying.

Lulubelle500

I don't know who will replace him but I know one thing - if political interviewers didn't interrupt and talk over politicians the viewers wouldn't get a debate, they'd get a party lecture.

Exactly. I don't understand why people don't want politicians to answer the question.

notgran

Pleased he is going. Never a fan of his style of interviewing and could never understand how he was able to hold onto that Sunday morning show for so long. I purposely never watch anything he is part of so will be glad to see him gone.

If you never watch him how do you know what his style of interviewing is?

I agree sundowngirl. We turn James O’Brien off at 10am, as he is so smug and self opinionated. A heavyweight like Andrew Neil would be a good replacement for Andrew Marr.

As I never turn tv on until 9pm I am not that bothered. I don’t get time to watch morning tv on any say! Am I missing out%??

I don't know who will replace him but I know one thing - if political interviewers didn't interrupt and talk over politicians the viewers wouldn't get a debate, they'd get a party lecture.

The whole of the BBC could shut down for me .Its gone from being a balanced media outlet to one of just opinions of the presenters with little or no understanding of issues

I have grown to really dislike the BBC and always prefer Sky news. Trevor Phillips is excellent as was Sophie Ridge. Cathy Newman would be good too. I loved Andrew Neil in This Week? (Not sure of programme title). Miss the incisive and challenging questioning.

I like both Andrew Marr and Nick Robinson and applaud their recent efforts to get Conservative government ministers to actually answer questions instead of deflect, confuse, waffle and lie. We live in a democracy, the government must be accountable and transparent and it is their job to get politicians to answer questions honestly. I am sick of hearing about poverty, social injustice and all issues really and have Boris Johnson and government spokespersons and ministers using positive spin and/or say that the government is spending £X amount. Of course, it always sounds a huge figure but doesn't address the issue of whether it is enough to help people sufficiently. It doesn't address the reality and is fundamentally manipulative and dishonest. I hope that whoever takes over from Andrew Marr has guts and teeth. Especially as Dorries is taking a threatening stance towards the BBC and Channel 4.

I love listening to Nick Ferarri on LBC in the morning and have done for as long as I can remember. Nick is a great interviewer, very knowledgable and lets everyone voice their point of view whether he agrees or not. However I switch the radio off at 10.00 when James O'Brien comes on - can't stand the man and his 'my opinion is the only one that matters' and then firmly talks down anyone who dares to disagree.

I think Andrew Neil is wonderful at his best. Unfortunately nowadays he tends to get rattled and flushed in an argument which makes him an easy target for scrappers like Boris.

His interviewing technique has become way more forceful than it used to be. I used to watch years ago but not anymore. He does not let people talk...he never gives them a chance to answer questions without without butting in.

The Andrew Marr hour was the only programme that would get me out of bed at nine am on a sunday morning. Not a fan of Laura K so that's another breakfast programme off my list
Haven't we already lost * BBC* Breakfast Louise Minchin ?. Whose next

Robinson? Smug ineffectual bigheaded
Keunssberg? Opinionated lacks balance arrogant.
There are few if any journalists capable of conducting a balanced incisive political debate or Interview nowadays, they all seem hell bent on making their 'name' rather than doing a decent job! I was über impressed with Charlie Stayt on BBC breakfast the other week grilling squirmy Rishi Sunak about the state of things including the UC snatch back! He was calm decisive and make Sunak lose his s**t! So much so that he was still bleating on about the interview ages after trying to persuade us that he wasn't taking but giving! ......saddo. Charlie was magnificent Mr cool!

varian

LBC is going from strength to strength.

I started to listen when Eddie Mair moved over from the BBC to do the 4pm-5pm slot and have since discovered Sheila Fogarty, James O'Brien and others. Highly recommended for anyone who likes to hear a variety of viewpoints.

I couldn't agree with you more varian. These three are a breath of fresh air and appear to have given thought to their opinions and questions.
As for being the same as GB news I would say the complete opposite.

Andrew Marr certainly gave the shadow Home Secretary Nick Thomas-Symonds, an easy ride on his show this morning!

He asked several questions about the government's failure to tackle illegal immigrants crossing to the UK, asking what Labour would do.

All he did was criticise the government's inaction, and failed to suggest a reasonable alternative. He was allowed to waffle on with nothing credible to say, for practically the whole interview, with few interventions by Marr.

Maddyone
Here you go. Have a listen.

www.globalplayer.com/live/lbcnews/uk/

Not today though Fanny as I need to stop wasting time on Gransnet and get a wiggle on as I have family coming for lunch. Next week I’ll have a listen.

You’re welcome Maddy, I’m sure that you will enjoy it very much

Thanks Fanny.

I've watched Andrew Marr for years and always liked him.
But lately he really doesn't like anyone finishing their sentence, does he.
I too would like to see Andrew Neil take over, Riverwalk. Controversial maybe, but he is always interesting.

Well! I shall miss him. I like the fact that he politely ensures that his question is answered without a load of waffle.

It’s radio Maddie, get in on DAB but you can also get in on a TV channel on sky, virgin and free view.
Catch up via Tune-in.
Google LBC to see the schedule.
I’ve listened to LBC almost constantly for over a decade.

Where do I find LBC? Is it television or radio? I’ve never watched/listened to it, but lots of people say it’s very good. It’s time I started I think.

DD worked for the BBC for some years. Her opinion of it and its operations is scathing.