We were given voices so that we could use them. A fine thing indeed.
It’s a shame that Mark Thompson of the BBC only uses his to spout utter bollocks while attempting to justify his decision to axe 6 Music. So, Mr Thompson, after you shut down 6 Music because it “competes head-on for a commercially valuable audience”, I’m supposed to head on over to Radio 1 or Radio 2? Help! There’s so much to think about while choosing between them! Namely: “Which one will kill me first?”
I fear my image of hell — spending eternity crammed into a small lift with Chris Moyles with the Radio 1 playlist looped through tinny speakers while TV screens show endless repeats of ‘Total Wipeout’ — might be about to become my waking reality. Is there some programme of mass – plebification going on that I’m unaware of? What about diversity, BBC? What about inspiring knowledge, music and culture? Oh Auntie.
Returning to using our given voices, it seems that, likewise, we were given fingers for a reason too. Namely, to fill in petitions and write irate – though deliciously eloquent – emails to the BBC Trust.
So if, like me, you love 6 Music, let your inner rage out and let it be heard!
Petition at https://consultations.external.bbc.co.uk/departments/bbc/bbc-strategy-review/consultation/consult_view
BBC Trust survey and email address for feedback at https://consultations.external.bbc.co.uk/departments/bbc/bbc-strategy-review/consultation/consult_view
