The News Meeting

Every Monday and Friday three journalists battle it out to try and convince the editor that their pitch should lead the news. 


Discover what goes on behind the scenes in a newsroom. Why do some stories dominate, while others fail to make the cut?


Tell us if you agree with the final running order - email newsmeeting@tortoisemedia.com 


Book your place at a news meeting live in our newsroom - https://www.tortoisemedia.com/our-events 


Executive Producer: Rebecca Moore


Producer: Casey Magloire


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