“There’s a scene in Sunday’s story about two horrific child murders that is particularly chilling: in CCTV footage, a young girl – no more than four or five – is seen skipping down a road. Moments later, she’d be murdered. It’s a difficult watch but we dare not turn away. We are compelled to confront… Continue reading Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 17 September 2023
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Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 10 September 2023
“At least 15 years ago, we came across a toddler called Lucky behind a chained door on the inside of a hijacked building. The door was slightly ajar, and he called out to us as we passed in the gloom and filth of the upper floors. We were filming an insert on what was then… Continue reading Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 10 September 2023
Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 3 September 2023
“Sometimes, there are stories we cover that so enrage our editorial team that it’s hard to maintain a sense of balance (not that one is always required, or even desirable). Sunday’s exposé of the conditions at Ikwezi Lokusa is a case in point. The footage of young children with special needs being left to fend… Continue reading Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 3 September 2023
Coming Up On Carte Blanche – A Gentle Giant – 27 August 2023
“Our superlatives exhausted, what is left to be said about Derek Watts not already reflected in the thousands of tributes that followed news of his death? From politicians to sports stars and fellow hacks, the memories and messages have been overwhelming. Still, I wonder if any of us have done true justice to the legacy… Continue reading Coming Up On Carte Blanche – A Gentle Giant – 27 August 2023
Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 20 August 2023
“We commissioned our concussion insert to tell Pat Lambie’s story and highlight the steps being taken to protect rugby players. There’s no shortage of effort to make the game as safe as possible. But, as I write this, the internet is buzzing at a decision by a disciplinary panel to rescind a red card handed… Continue reading Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 20 August 2023
Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 13 August 2023
“There’s an art to confronting alleged criminals when the cameras are rolling; one more difficult to master than you might realise. It involves a level of planning that would impress the D-Day generals, and no shortage of gumption. On Sunday’s show, our Govan Whittles provides a masterclass in the classic ‘confront’ as he unravels a… Continue reading Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 13 August 2023