The Journal

The Journal

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1982-01-11

"The Journal," a CBC Television current affairs show from 1982 to 1992, aired at 10:22 PM after "The National," delving deeper into news stories through interviews, documentaries, and town hall meetings. This split hour highlighted CBC's tension between news and public affairs units. Hosted initially by Barbara Frum and Mary Lou Finlay, it became Frum's sole hosting gig after the first season until her passing in 1992. Mark Starowicz produced the show, utilizing interview techniques like the "double-ender" initially, later transitioning to satellite technology for interviews. Guest hosts included Bill Cameron, Peter Kent, Keith Morrison, and Brian Stewart when Frum was absent.

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"The Journal," a CBC Television current affairs show from 1982 to 1992, aired at 10:22 PM after "The National," delving deeper into news stories through interviews, documentaries, and town hall meetings. This split hour highlighted CBC's tension between news and public affairs units. Hosted initially by Barbara Frum and Mary Lou Finlay, it became Frum's sole hosting gig after the first season until her passing in 1992. Mark Starowicz produced the show, utilizing interview techniques like the "double-ender" initially, later transitioning to satellite technology for interviews. Guest hosts included Bill Cameron, Peter Kent, Keith Morrison, and Brian Stewart when Frum was absent.

First Aired

1982-01-11

Last Aired

1982-01-11

Seasons

1

Episodes

1

Director

Mark Starowicz

Status

In Production

Genres

News

Language

English

Network

CBC Television

Production

Casts

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    Barbara Frum

    Barbara Frum
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    Mary Lou Finlay

    Mary Lou Finlay
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    Bill Cameron

    Bill Cameron
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    Peter Kent

    Peter Kent
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    Keith Morrison

    Keith Morrison
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    Brian Stewart

    Brian Stewart