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Chris Mason BBC Political Editor

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RosiesMaw2 Wed 17-Jul-24 11:22:15

I am watching the State Opening of Parliament and it has occurred to me yet again what a massive improvement he is on the egregious Laura Kuenssberg.
He speaks clearly with no apparent bias or personal axe to grind, he is well-prepared, knowledgeable, cheerful, often self deprecating and during the Election, apparently indefatigable.
And he seems such a nice person too!

NanKate Wed 17-Jul-24 21:31:00

I too like Chris Mason but whenever I see him I remember his upside down bottom 😳. Do you remember he did that sketch where he sang and danced to a popular song something like ‘Is this the way to Amarillo?’ And he got stuck whilst climbing a gate and ended upside down. Hopefully someone will find the video. And a very nice bottom too ☺️

GrannyGravy13 Wed 17-Jul-24 20:52:47

varian

Although we are both very engaged with politics and have always watched the Sunday morning politics show on BBC.we can no longer bear the awful snidey opinionated Laura Kuenssberg.

I do not like LK’s presenting or reporting style

We were in a pub by HoP several years back and LK was on the next table with friends/other journalists and she came across as really good fun and extremely nice

DamaskRose Wed 17-Jul-24 20:40:57

Always know we’re going to get a good, unbiased, knowledgeable report from Chris Mason, he definitely gets my vote!

Primrose53 Wed 17-Jul-24 20:28:45

I have listened to him for several years and like his laid back style. He used to part his hair down the middle and another presenter pulled his leg about it. He took it in good part and said his daughter had hinted about it too. He then had a restyle. Lovely guy.

Aveline Wed 17-Jul-24 20:03:22

Definitely agree re Chris Mason. We were just saying that today. 👍

varian Wed 17-Jul-24 19:49:35

Although we are both very engaged with politics and have always watched the Sunday morning politics show on BBC.we can no longer bear the awful snidey opinionated Laura Kuenssberg.

JamesandJon33 Wed 17-Jul-24 18:51:01

Excellent reporting from Chris Mason. Love him .

Calendargirl Wed 17-Jul-24 18:50:12

Another fan here.

Sar53 Wed 17-Jul-24 18:48:22

Another here who likes Chris Mason. I think he appeals more to 'the man or woman in the street'. Very down to earth and non bias.

Grantanow Wed 17-Jul-24 18:12:27

I thought Robin Day and others like him moved TV on from the previous weak approach of 'Would you like to say a few words, Minister?'

Gin Wed 17-Jul-24 18:05:17

Thoroughly agree. Laura always like to dig the knife in, Mr Mason is a gentle soul by comparison.

This morning at 9.30 I was listening to Radio4 and there was someone called Ronson talking from The Hay Festival. He spoke about interviewing techniques and had me cheering when he said you get a better response and a lot more information if you do not badger and bully people. Perhaps someone might tell Ms Keunsberg and the Today presenters this. Robin Day has much to answer for.

Ladyleftfieldlover Wed 17-Jul-24 17:46:46

I do like Chris Mason though. I love his slight lisp.

Ladyleftfieldlover Wed 17-Jul-24 17:45:56

I don’t really watch Laura K but I understand that the right and the left have accused her of bias!

mrshat Wed 17-Jul-24 17:38:02

Thoroughly agree RosiesMaw - Nice, personable chap. A pleasant change.

DanniRae Wed 17-Jul-24 16:55:04

I was so pleased to read all the positive comments about Chris Mason because I feel the same way! smile

JackyB Wed 17-Jul-24 16:08:06

He has always been a staple of Newscast (which is presented by Adam Fleming). I have listened to Newscast ever since it started when it was called Brexitcast back in the day.

Yes he has a great sense of humour.

Grandma70s Wed 17-Jul-24 15:59:23

It took me a while to get used to his accent, but now I don’t notice it so much, and enjoy his broadcasts.

I don’t mind Laura, though.

Grannybags Wed 17-Jul-24 15:58:22

Another fan here!

Luckygirl3 Wed 17-Jul-24 15:57:31

I agree - good to see his approach. A good chap.

Grandmadinosaur Wed 17-Jul-24 15:50:34

Thumbs up from me too.

Yes Sarnia he does have a cheeky schoolboy look about him!

Tizliz Wed 17-Jul-24 14:19:05

Does he present Newscast?

MayBee70 Wed 17-Jul-24 14:17:54

I really can’t stand Laura K I’m afraid.

SueDoku Wed 17-Jul-24 14:13:41

I couldn't agree more..! He's interesting, knowledgeable, witty - and not overly and obviously biased (yes, Laura K, I'm looking at you..!!)
He's a pleasure to listen to 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

LizzieDrip Wed 17-Jul-24 13:06:15

👍It’s a thumbs up for Chris Mason from me.

Sarnia Wed 17-Jul-24 12:10:44

Another tick for Chris Mason. He has a good turn of phrase and often there is a glimmer of a smile when he is reporting. I think there is a cheeky schoolboy in there somewhere. A nice change from the stuffed shirt brigade.