Episode Synopsis "Panel Podcast 4: The Importance of Being Idols"

Hosted by musician and 6Music DJ Tom Robinson, this panel explores the dumbing down of celebrity and implores artists, media and music fans to return to the days when interviews focussed on ethics, politics and morality rather than favourite colours and Big Brother - and the ways that all of the above affects creativity.Featuring Jon McClure, Steve White, Steve Chandra Savale, Peter Hook and Clint Boon.

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