The Explanation - The Media Show: The Epstein files
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The latest batch of documents linked to the convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein has been released by the US Department of Justice. There are millions of files for journalists to go through, and coverage has focused on what they reveal and how responsibly they can be reported, particularly when powerful figures are named. Journalists Tina Brown and Jim Pickard talk about how the material is being handled and the pressures on newsrooms.
NASA has postponed its planned Artemis II mission to the Moon at the last minute after a technical issue during rehearsals. For space journalists, major launches are among the biggest stories of the year, but delays are common and difficult to plan for. BBC Science Editor Rebecca Morelle and astrophysicist Professor Chris Lintott reflect on the challenges of covering space missions when plans change.
This programme was edited on 05/02/2026.
Presenters: Katie Razzall and Ros Atkins
Producer: Lisa Jenkinson
Content Producer: Emily Channon
Production Coordinator: Ruth Waites
Technical Coordinator: Ozgur Cevik
Sound: Allyson Purcell-Davis
Published on Friday, 6th February 2026.
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