'Swearing can still be beautiful'
Frank Skinner
The Independent
By Ian Burrell
5 December 2008
He's known for his racy humour, working-class background and love of football, but there's so much more to the comedian.…
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Despite 'Manuelgate', Radio 5 Live's controller risks playing it for laughs
Adrian van Klaveren
The Independent
By Ian Burrell
1 December 2008
Adrian van Klaveren, the station's new boss, wants comedy on the network, he tells Ian Burrell. Comedy hasn't been a…
First there was Warhol’s iconic Interview magazine. Then there was Access Interviews.com...
Glenn O’Brien
The Independent
By Ian Burrell
24 November 2008
As ‘Interview’ approaches its 40th anniversary, Ian Burrell hears how the magazine famous for its celebrity covers was way ahead…
Did BBC News fluff its lines on a night of American history?
Peter Horrocks
The Independent
By Ian Burrell
10 November 2008
The BBC has been criticised over its coverage of the US election, but Peter Horrocks tells Ian Burrell it was…
Inside the Bizarre world of Gordon Smart
Gordon Smart
The Independent
By Ian Burrell
27 October 2008
After breaking the news of Madonna and Guy Ritchie's divorce, The Sun's showbiz editor tells Ian Burrell the tricks of…
Pilger’s law: ‘If it’s been officially denied, then it’s probably true’
John Pilger
The Independent
By Ian Burrell
13 October 2008
John Pilger, scourge of injustice, is still battling after half a century of campaigns. He's even gunning for Tony Blair.…
All the world is his stage: Alan Yentob's works of art
All the world is his stage: Alan Yentob's works of art
The Independent
By Ian Burrell
22 September 2008
Alan Yentob, the creative director of the BBC, sips champagne with superstars like Jay-Z and hangs out with rock heroes…
Sarah Sands
The Independent
By Ian Burrell
15 September 2008
Shifting Sands: Sarah's new life at 'Reader's Digest' Having been ousted as editor of the 'Sunday Telegraph', Sarah Sands has…
Will Lewis
The Independent
By Ian Burrell
8 September 2008
Will power: The Daily Telegraph editor talks tough. With its move to full colour complete, The Daily Telegraph is enjoying…
Skinnyman
The Independent
By Ian Burrell
8 September 2008
Hip-hop and it don't stop: One British rap magazine has outlived all the US giants – even 'The Source'. Ian…
Danny Baker
The Independent
By Ian Burrell
1 September 2008
Five alive: Danny Baker returns to national radio. Having authored scripts for Chris Evans and Jonathan Ross, Danny Baker has…
Garry Lace
The Independent
By Ian Burrell
1 September 2008
Flushed with pride: Once the star of adland, Garry Lace isn't ashamed to sell billboards in toilets
Matthew Wright
The Independent
By Ian Burrell
25 August 2008
Diary of a motorcycling, fly-fishing media man: Matthew Wright. 21-hour Fridays were once de rigueur for Matthew Wright. Ian Burrell…
Ken Livingstone
The Independent
By Ian Burrell
25 August 2008
Why Ken’s still seeing Red ... Three months since being ousted as Mayor of London, Ken Livingstone is angry at…
Lord Bell
The Independent
By Ian Burrell
18 August 2008
PR for the Realm: Lord Bell on the art of communication Public relations guru Lord Bell is the man who…
