Sarah Van Leuven on journalistic standards in talk shows for Het Nieuwsblad
(17-04-2024)
In an article featured in Het Nieuwsblad on april 17th, CJS-professor Sarah Van Leuven provides valuable insight into the dynamics of Gert Verhulst's talk show, "De tafel van Gert." While the piece highlights Bart De Pauw's recent appearance on the show and its significance as his first extensive interview in seven years, it also examines the show's broader role as a platform for controversial figures. Van Leuven underscores the importance of journalistic integrity in talk show formats and raises concerns about maintaining a balance between empathy and rigorous questioning, advocating for a more probing approach in interviews to uphold journalistic standards.