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Scottish Sun
2 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Inside the toxic feuds ripping BBC Breakfast apart – including Naga's meltdown at intern over way her Marmite was spread
Insiders are bemused that the BBC Breakfast presenters are still on air, as the rising tensions have caused desperate bosses to entirely change long-established ways of working IS BREAKFAST TOAST? Inside the toxic feuds ripping BBC Breakfast apart – including Naga's meltdown at intern over way her Marmite was spread IT'S been another bad week for the BBC – with its flagship breakfast show reeling from yet more damning allegations. Host Naga Munchetty — who is already 'under review' amid 'rudeness' and 'bullying' claims — is said to have kicked off at a terrified intern over how they spread MARMITE on her toast. 5 More allegations have emerged over 'under review' BBC Breakfast host Naga Munchetty Credit: BBC 5 It is alleged Naga kicked off at a terrified intern over how the marmite was spread on her toast Credit: Alamy In another diva strop, the presenter even moaned that her porridge was 'too hot' and the blueberry topping wasn't to her liking, according to a whistleblower. Bosses are currently assessing whether Naga — who earns around £355k for her work on Breakfast and Radio 5Live — and her co-star Charlie Stayt should face formal investigation. An insider told me: 'The phrase headless chickens comes to mind. 'Every day, there's a new revelation thanks to intense in-fighting across daytime. 'And with each new story, fingers are pointed, tension is off the scale and people are scared to even breathe lest it ends up triggering a complaint or, worse, a new headline.' I told this week how both Naga and Charlie were 'under review' as bosses considered whether to escalate a string of complaints against them. HR has been alerted to the alleged pattern of bad behaviour as part of a 'listening' review, which was put in place following an external probe into Breakfast editor Richard Frediani. The rising tensions have caused desperate bosses to entirely change long-established ways of working at the Beeb's Manchester HQ following The Sun's explosive reporting on the toxicity crisis. Frediani has now returned to work, but relations between him and star talent Naga, 50, and Charlie, 63, have turned so sour, he has been told to no longer directly manage them. A source said: 'Fredi now doesn't brief Naga and Charlie or any of that sort of thing and someone else is on the talkback to them from the gallery. 'Car crash' interview with Geri Horner as Charlie Stayt and Naga Munchetty probe her with 'awkward' questions 'The crew are entirely bemused and exhausted by it — in what world is it normal for a boss to be banned from talking to his staff?' Forced to apologise Talkback is the function which connects the production gallery to the set and allows an editor to speak to hosts via an earpiece. Instead, one of Frediani's editorial team handles the link. The source added: 'Bosses are desperate to get Breakfast back on an even keel and know the tension between Fredi, Charlie and Naga is at the heart of the rising crisis. The crew are entirely bemused and exhausted by it — in what world is it normal for a boss to be banned from talking to his staff? Source 'The changes were implemented on Thursday after The Sun's story revealed Charlie was also under review. 'It was considered a way to manage the situation in the hope it will all blow over.' Despite the changes, tensions are spiralling. But both presenters have doggedly turned up for work, plastering on a smile for their shifts on the red sofa yesterday and on Thursday. The duo's detractors, some of whom are behind the complaints against them, are bemused that neither has been pulled off air. Media City studios in Salford were thrown under the spotlight in June when a probe was launched into Bafta award-winning director Richard Frediani. The microscope swiftly swung across to Naga, who was positioned as the main adversary to Fredi, as he is known. The Sun previously reported that she faced complaints on 5Live, including a bullying claim and the alleged use of crude, sexual language. Bosses were also forced to apologise on her behalf after a tense interview with Spice Girl Geri Horner in 2023. It meant that until now, Naga had shouldered much of the criticism, and last week we told how she had been placed 'under review.' But this week a source revealed that bosses have also heard from colleagues with complaints over Charlie's conduct. They point to 'rudeness' and 'bullying' as well as behaviour that 'undermines staff'. 5 An external probe is now ongoing into Breakfast editor Richard Frediani Credit: Getty 'Throw weight around' The source said: 'A number of people have come forward to share their experiences with Charlie, so the BBC has officially moved to place the complaints under review. 'The review is to ascertain whether a full-on investigation is required and that could come in weeks. 'Charlie and Naga will be assessed separately.' However, it would appear it is not just BBC Breakfast that is broken. Across the corridor, there are rumblings of discontent on at least one other well-known programme. Many believe it is only a matter of time before names are shamed. Another worker said: 'There's been talk that the tough London journalists and execs come up to the Manchester studios and bring their tougher ways with them and it's the northern snowflakes that can't hack it. 'But we see it differently — maybe it's more that those London egos can't hack being shipped out the capital so feel the need to throw their weight around.' The ongoing saga leaves just one key question — can the BBC's daytime unit survive the rising blight? On Naga's marmite meltdown, the BBC declined to comment and a representative did not respond. Regarding the shake-up in ways of working, the Beeb also declined to comment. However, a BBC spokesperson said of Charlie and Naga: 'While we do not comment on individual cases, we take all complaints about conduct at work extremely seriously and will not tolerate behaviour that is not in line with our values. 'We have robust processes in place and would encourage any staff with concerns to raise them directly with us so they can be addressed.' 5 ITV bounced back from the This Morning crisis surrounding Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby Credit: Pixel8000 5 The channel replaced them with Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley and have reinvigorated the programme Credit: Swinging cuts It is an impressive string of responses from what is meant to be the respected, genteel arm of the BBC. Daytime is the heart of any channel, the friendly and trusted faces for people home alone. So how can viewers trust in the nation's broadcaster when there is mould festering within? They would do well to look over the parapet to ITV, whose flagship This Morning is still struggling to bob above the waves following 2023's scandal surrounding Phillip Schofield. Installing glossy Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard as the show's main new hosts provided a boost. But with swinging cuts now looming over the entire suite of daytime shows, it's hard to see how even the buoyancy of their star power has helped. Which is something Naga and Charlie might do well to remember next time they're moaning about their toast.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Inside the toxic feuds ripping BBC Breakfast apart – including Naga's meltdown at intern over way her Marmite was spread
Insiders are bemused that the BBC Breakfast presenters are still on air, as the rising tensions have caused desperate bosses to entirely change long-established ways of working IS BREAKFAST TOAST? Inside the toxic feuds ripping BBC Breakfast apart – including Naga's meltdown at intern over way her Marmite was spread IT'S been another bad week for the BBC – with its flagship breakfast show reeling from yet more damning allegations. Host Naga Munchetty — who is already 'under review' amid 'rudeness' and 'bullying' claims — is said to have kicked off at a terrified intern over how they spread MARMITE on her toast. 5 More allegations have emerged over 'under review' BBC Breakfast host Naga Munchetty Credit: BBC 5 It is alleged Naga kicked off at a terrified intern over how the marmite was spread on her toast Credit: Alamy In another diva strop, the presenter even moaned that her porridge was 'too hot' and the blueberry topping wasn't to her liking, according to a whistleblower. Bosses are currently assessing whether Naga — who earns around £355k for her work on Breakfast and Radio 5Live — and her co-star Charlie Stayt should face formal investigation. An insider told me: 'The phrase headless chickens comes to mind. 'Every day, there's a new revelation thanks to intense in-fighting across daytime. 'And with each new story, fingers are pointed, tension is off the scale and people are scared to even breathe lest it ends up triggering a complaint or, worse, a new headline.' I told this week how both Naga and Charlie were 'under review' as bosses considered whether to escalate a string of complaints against them. HR has been alerted to the alleged pattern of bad behaviour as part of a 'listening' review, which was put in place following an external probe into Breakfast editor Richard Frediani. The rising tensions have caused desperate bosses to entirely change long-established ways of working at the Beeb's Manchester HQ following The Sun's explosive reporting on the toxicity crisis. Frediani has now returned to work, but relations between him and star talent Naga, 50, and Charlie, 63, have turned so sour, he has been told to no longer directly manage them. A source said: 'Fredi now doesn't brief Naga and Charlie or any of that sort of thing and someone else is on the talkback to them from the gallery. 'Car crash' interview with Geri Horner as Charlie Stayt and Naga Munchetty probe her with 'awkward' questions 'The crew are entirely bemused and exhausted by it — in what world is it normal for a boss to be banned from talking to his staff?' Forced to apologise Talkback is the function which connects the production gallery to the set and allows an editor to speak to hosts via an earpiece. Instead, one of Frediani's editorial team handles the link. The source added: 'Bosses are desperate to get Breakfast back on an even keel and know the tension between Fredi, Charlie and Naga is at the heart of the rising crisis. The crew are entirely bemused and exhausted by it — in what world is it normal for a boss to be banned from talking to his staff? Source 'The changes were implemented on Thursday after The Sun's story revealed Charlie was also under review. 'It was considered a way to manage the situation in the hope it will all blow over.' Despite the changes, tensions are spiralling. But both presenters have doggedly turned up for work, plastering on a smile for their shifts on the red sofa yesterday and on Thursday. The duo's detractors, some of whom are behind the complaints against them, are bemused that neither has been pulled off air. Media City studios in Salford were thrown under the spotlight in June when a probe was launched into Bafta award-winning director Richard Frediani. The microscope swiftly swung across to Naga, who was positioned as the main adversary to Fredi, as he is known. The Sun previously reported that she faced complaints on 5Live, including a bullying claim and the alleged use of crude, sexual language. Bosses were also forced to apologise on her behalf after a tense interview with Spice Girl Geri Horner in 2023. It meant that until now, Naga had shouldered much of the criticism, and last week we told how she had been placed 'under review.' But this week a source revealed that bosses have also heard from colleagues with complaints over Charlie's conduct. They point to 'rudeness' and 'bullying' as well as behaviour that 'undermines staff'. 5 An external probe is now ongoing into Breakfast editor Richard Frediani Credit: Getty 'Throw weight around' The source said: 'A number of people have come forward to share their experiences with Charlie, so the BBC has officially moved to place the complaints under review. 'The review is to ascertain whether a full-on investigation is required and that could come in weeks. 'Charlie and Naga will be assessed separately.' However, it would appear it is not just BBC Breakfast that is broken. Across the corridor, there are rumblings of discontent on at least one other well-known programme. Many believe it is only a matter of time before names are shamed. Another worker said: 'There's been talk that the tough London journalists and execs come up to the Manchester studios and bring their tougher ways with them and it's the northern snowflakes that can't hack it. 'But we see it differently — maybe it's more that those London egos can't hack being shipped out the capital so feel the need to throw their weight around.' The ongoing saga leaves just one key question — can the BBC's daytime unit survive the rising blight? On Naga's marmite meltdown, the BBC declined to comment and a representative did not respond. Regarding the shake-up in ways of working, the Beeb also declined to comment. However, a BBC spokesperson said of Charlie and Naga: 'While we do not comment on individual cases, we take all complaints about conduct at work extremely seriously and will not tolerate behaviour that is not in line with our values. 'We have robust processes in place and would encourage any staff with concerns to raise them directly with us so they can be addressed.' 5 ITV bounced back from the This Morning crisis surrounding Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby Credit: Pixel8000 5 The channel replaced them with Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley and have reinvigorated the programme Credit: Swinging cuts It is an impressive string of responses from what is meant to be the respected, genteel arm of the BBC. Daytime is the heart of any channel, the friendly and trusted faces for people home alone. So how can viewers trust in the nation's broadcaster when there is mould festering within? They would do well to look over the parapet to ITV, whose flagship This Morning is still struggling to bob above the waves following 2023's scandal surrounding Phillip Schofield. Installing glossy Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard as the show's main new hosts provided a boost. But with swinging cuts now looming over the entire suite of daytime shows, it's hard to see how even the buoyancy of their star power has helped. Which is something Naga and Charlie might do well to remember next time they're moaning about their toast.
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Destination X viewers slam show for being ‘too easy' after they guess location – as contestant makes huge clue blunder
The latest eliminated contestant went against their instinct got it right got it right Destination X viewers slam show for being 'too easy' after they guess location – as contestant makes huge clue blunder DESTINATION X viewers slammed the BBC show for being 'too easy' - as one contestant made a major clue blunder. The BBC programme sees a group of strangers try to figure out where they are in Europe through a series of clues in a bid to win £100,000. Advertisement 5 Destination X viewers claimed the show is "too easy" Credit: BBC 5 In each episode, the line-up must figure out where in Europe they are Credit: BBC 5 Ashvin made an unfortunate clue blunder in the latest instalment Credit: BBC Following a double axing last time, the remaining contestants were determined to keep their place. Writing online, viewers soon shared they'd worked out the latest location at a fast speed. Many correctly deduced that the contestants were in Salzburg, Austria. One wrote: "guessed the location before the episode aired lol #destinationx." Advertisement Another commented: "The Sound of Music was filmed in Salzburg." A third chimed in: "My son- in-law went to University in Salzburg so I'm going with that." While a fourth added: "22 minutes in I got it. "I have been to Salzburg, I knew Mozart was from there and The Sound of Music was filmed there." Advertisement Other fans called out Ashvin, one of the contestants, for making a huge clue blunder. He and teammates Nick, Judith and Chloe-Anne lost a group challenge. Destination X airs shock double exit as three axed players return in show twist They had to face the map room and provide a final guess to where they were. Ashvin had picked up on a Viennese Waltz hint - but mispronounced it as "Vietnamese Waltz". Advertisement Reacting to the gaffe, one fan said online: "Not the guy who says he's smart calling a Viennese Waltz a Vietnamese Waltz." Another remarked: "Vietnamese Waltz' is this show a parody." Despite the mishap, Ashvin ultimately managed to survive elimination. It was instead Chloe-Anne who departed the bus - having decided to guess Vienna over Salzburg. Advertisement Speaking afterwards, she said: "I knew we hadn't come far enough to get all the way down to Vienna, to be honest. "I should have trusted my gut on that." Destination X airs on BBC One and iPlayer. 5 Chloe-Anne wound up being eliminated from the bus Credit: BBC Advertisement
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Destination X players thrown into chaos by next location – would you have got it from show clues?
The winning team threw in some red herrings to throw off their fellow contestants - but did they succeed? guess what Destination X players thrown into chaos by next location – would you have got it from show clues? DESTINATION X players were left confused tonight after a series of clues and red herrings, but did you get it right? Rob Brydon is the host of the new BBC show, which sees a group of strangers try to figure out where they are in Europe through a series of clues in a bid to win £100,000. Advertisement 5 Destination X contestants found themselves in chaos and confused over the next location Credit: BBC 5 The third episode saw the group split into two teams - and deception soon occurred Credit: PA Episode two ended with the Matterhorn being the destination, and Rob told viewers in tonight's episode that the bus was moving on to one of the five countries that borders with Switzerland. The windows of the bus are usually blacked out so the group can't get a steer on where they are, but at one point tonight, they were given the chance to look out and saw a roundabout with large red balls in the middle. The first clue had them thoroughly perplexed, but once they boarded a luxury train, they received more. Split into two teams, they headed into their respective carriages and saw a postcard with Oscar-winning actress Audrey Hepburn, a ticket stub with 'Oktober' written on it and a slip of paper with the word 'Dienstabteil' printed. Advertisement Another postcard featured a print which player Saskia asked: "Do we think these are roads or vines or like a forest maybe?" Meanwhile a book had a stamp from the Bavarian State Library. The two teams then went head-to-head in a challenge onboard the train, with the winning group receiving the chance to go into a glass sided carriage to discover more clues. The team that won consisted of Josh, Judith and Saskia, and when they reached the carriage they saw they were moving through a forest. Advertisement The train slowed down for them to see a number of new clues, which included a sign reading 'Donau' and a group of naturists eating large sausages and drinking from big glass beer steins. Meanwhile in the carriage, there was a football magazine with Harry Kane on the front which read 'Harry Kane strikes again' . Fans stunned as THREE Destination X contestants are immediately axed in brutal opening twist The clues all lead to Germany, and the winning team were convinced it was Munich, but decided to throw some red herrings into the mix when they returned to the others, and suggest what they had seen was pointing to Dortmund. But what did you think? Advertisement The episode featured a brutal twist which saw the three players who failed to make it onto the bus in episode one return in a bid to try and win a spot on board. LOSING GAME After a series of head-to-heads with Ben, James and Nick from the losing team, James was sent home there and then. The remaining players then entered their guesses for Destination X into the computer, before Rob revealed the results. It turned out Ben had been furthest from the actual location and would be leaving too. Advertisement And if you had guessed Munich, you were correct! Well done! Destination X continues tomorrow night at 9pm on BBC One. 5 England footballer Harry Kane featured among the clues Credit: BBC 5 Contestants analysed ticket stubs to try and figure out the location Credit: BBC Advertisement
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Destination X players thrown into chaos by next location – would you have got it from show clues?
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) DESTINATION X players were left confused tonight after a series of clues and red herrings, but did you get it right? Rob Brydon is the host of the new BBC show, which sees a group of strangers try to figure out where they are in Europe through a series of clues in a bid to win £100,000. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 Destination X contestants found themselves in chaos and confused over the next location Credit: BBC 5 The third episode saw the group split into two teams - and deception soon occurred Credit: PA Episode two ended with the Matterhorn being the destination, and Rob told viewers in tonight's episode that the bus was moving on to one of the five countries that borders with Switzerland. The windows of the bus are usually blacked out so the group can't get a steer on where they are, but at one point tonight, they were given the chance to look out and saw a roundabout with large red balls in the middle. The first clue had them thoroughly perplexed, but once they boarded a luxury train, they received more. Split into two teams, they headed into their respective carriages and saw a postcard with Oscar-winning actress Audrey Hepburn, a ticket stub with 'Oktober' written on it and a slip of paper with the word 'Dienstabteil' printed. Another postcard featured a print which player Saskia asked: "Do we think these are roads or vines or like a forest maybe?" Meanwhile a book had a stamp from the Bavarian State Library. The two teams then went head-to-head in a challenge onboard the train, with the winning group receiving the chance to go into a glass sided carriage to discover more clues. The team that won consisted of Josh, Judith and Saskia, and when they reached the carriage they saw they were moving through a forest. The train slowed down for them to see a number of new clues, which included a sign reading 'Donau' and a group of naturists eating large sausages and drinking from big glass beer steins. Meanwhile in the carriage, there was a football magazine with Harry Kane on the front which read 'Harry Kane strikes again' . Fans stunned as THREE Destination X contestants are immediately axed in brutal opening twist The clues all lead to Germany, and the winning team were convinced it was Munich, but decided to throw some red herrings into the mix when they returned to the others, and suggest what they had seen was pointing to Dortmund. But what did you think? The episode featured a brutal twist which saw the three players who failed to make it onto the bus in episode one return in a bid to try and win a spot on board. LOSING GAME After a series of head-to-heads with Ben, James and Nick from the losing team, James was sent home there and then. The remaining players then entered their guesses for Destination X into the computer, before Rob revealed the results. It turned out Ben had been furthest from the actual location and would be leaving too. And if you had guessed Munich, you were correct! Well done! Destination X continues tomorrow night at 9pm on BBC One. 5 England footballer Harry Kane featured among the clues Credit: BBC 5 Contestants analysed ticket stubs to try and figure out the location Credit: BBC
