Six of the best, part one

In this and next week’s columns, I reflect on 12 seasonal developments that have had a big impact on audiences and media in general. Here are my first half-dozen

A woman of substance

Chelsea Clinton, Julia Gillard, Jameela Jamil, Vicky Phelan. That’s right, Vicky Phelan - who, let’s be honest has more important things on her mind than the media. She shot to international prominence when she was listed on the BBC’s 100 Women 2018 list, which shares “inspirational, difficult and surprising stories from women all over the world”. The Limerickwoman came to our attention for her efforts in uncovering the CervicalCheck ...