Johnathan I'Anson

I talk about things on the radio and may appear very briefly on TV now and again.

Captivated by all things interesting, unusual & ridiculous.

[Johnathan I'Anson @johnnyianson]

First hand from one of the best.

An independent media is as important now as it’s ever been.

[Carole Cadwalladr @carolecadwalla]

This week the Guardian's owner, the Scott Trust, gifted the 233-year-old Observer to Tortoise Media.

This isn't just a dark day for journalism, it's a sign.

Meet the team.

This is Putin giving Tortoise's energy advisory board member an 'Order of Friendship' medal in 2017.
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[Johnathan I'Anson @johnnyianson]

Salford gleaming this morning - thanks to @rachelburden and the gang for a splendid morning on @bbc5live.

@rickedwards1 back with you tomoz!

[Johnathan I'Anson @johnnyianson]

Radio stuff tomorrow with the terrific @rachelburden - see you then!

[Rachel Burden @rachelburden]

On your wireless tomorrow with @johnnyianson @bbc5live featuring…

. New law to tackle drink spiking
. COP29
. Storm Bert aftermath
. Monday Breakfast club ⚽️
. Rugby Autumn Internationals
. And Mariah and Midge Ure talking about v different Christmas songs

See you at 6

[Johnathan I'Anson @johnnyianson]

“You people…”

It never fails to amaze me that those who have the strongest views are often unable to articulate an argument to justify them.

Brilliant journalism.

[BBC Newsnight @BBCNewsnight]

“So it’s not about you, it’s not about your farm and the fact you bought a farm to avoid inheritance tax?”

@vicderbyshire speaks to Jeremy Clarkson at the farmers’ protest in Westminster where thousands of farmers are protesting the government’s inheritance tax plans.

[Johnathan I'Anson @johnnyianson]

Sheesh…it’s a crazy world.

Thoughts?

[Johnathan I'Anson @johnnyianson]

It’s a thing of beauty!

Fascinating book and so lovely to have you on @bbc5live!

[Dr Claire Hubbard-Hall | The Spy Historian @elons2xx]

Thank you @bbc5live @claremcdonnell1 @johnnyianson for inviting me to speak about my new book #HerSecretService, out THIS THURSDAY 24 October @wnbooks @orionbooks @NorthbankTalent Johnny commented that he loved the book cover. Here it is in all its glory!

[Johnathan I'Anson @johnnyianson]

EDIT. Not a shame.

Massive mistake.

[Johnathan I'Anson @johnnyianson]

This is such a shame. @BBCHARDtalk has been such a bastion of journalism - its record of holding to account those who abuse their power is impeccable. In a world obsessed with brevity, it dedicated time and detail to issues and people that genuinely affected the world.

[Stephen Sackur @stephensackur]

THREAD:

1. PERSONAL NEWS:
Today BBC News has announced plans to close @BBCHARDtalk after 3 decades holding the world’s politicians and powerbrokers to account. This is sad news for me personally, but much more important, I think it’s depressing news for the BBC🧵

[Johnathan I'Anson @johnnyianson]

@SebastianSurfs Hi Sebastian - can you advise the best way to get in touch, it's regarding an interview with the BBC. Have followed to DM. Cheers!

[Sue Harris @harryrm]

Brilliant interview with @Mike_Batt on @bbc5live by @BBCJohnnyIAnson sitting in for @gordonsmart. Talking about just some of the many incredible stories in Mike’s autobiography out tomorrow https://t.co/7cIddLCzoI.

[Johnathan I'Anson @johnnyianson]

@utocue @bbc5live @MrMichaelSpicer Too kind. Thanks Andrew - Michael was a gent.

[Johnathan I'Anson @johnnyianson]

@AdrianTudorDr @gordonsmart @bbc5live Thanks Adrian - very kind, the story told itself, I was just along for the ride.

[Johnathan I'Anson @johnnyianson]

In for the mighty @gordonsmart on @bbc5live - had the absolute pleasure of meeting the legend Mike Batt. Lots of wonderful stories including him and Paul MCartney annoying Stevie Wonder and getting pulled over by the police whilst driving his Rolls-Royce dressed a Womble…obvs.

[Johnathan I'Anson @johnnyianson]

@ELOJeff @harryrm @Mike_Batt @nineeightbooks @bonnierbooks_uk I thoroughly enjoyed doing it!

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@harryrm @Mike_Batt @nineeightbooks @bonnierbooks_uk That’s very kind of you Sue - Mike was such a fun guest, amazing stories!

[UWE Bristol Press Office @uwebristolnews]

A @UWEBristol researcher has successfully grown the world’s first ruby in situ, in a platinum ring. Sofie Boons joined @johnnyianson on @bbc5live to explain how her work can transform the jewellery industry (scroll to 1'23"03): https://t.co/Yf4u7mb8PJ

[Johnathan I'Anson @johnnyianson]

If that IS it for @J_Warrington - what a career that guy’s had.

Unbelievable servant to the sport and incredible ambassador to the city of Leeds and @LUFC.

MOT Josh lad.

[Johnathan I'Anson @johnnyianson]

The Royal Armouries is LIT!

Bravo

[Royal Armouries @Royal_Armouries]

Serving curatorial realness fr.
#museum #history #royalarmouries #genz #armsandarmour

[Johnathan I'Anson @johnnyianson]

Sat here with my toddler watching 101 Dalmatians, made in 1961. That’s 4 years before the first ever spacewalk. I’m also sat here watching a billionaire who just paid to walk in space, on an IPad, taking a picture of it with my phone, tweeting about it.

These are wild times.