Þröstur Helgason
Þröstur Helgason is an experienced figure in Icelandic media and culture, having started his career at Ríkisútvarpið before becoming a journalist at Morgunblaðið and later the editor of its literary magazine, Lesbók. He took a break from journalism to write a doctoral dissertation but returned as the program director of Rás 1 for nine years. Currently, he runs the publishing company Kind, showcasing his deep involvement in cultural affairs. In a recent interview, he expressed concerns about the diminishing focus on cultural coverage in media, arguing that outlets without such coverage risk becoming one-dimensional and akin to propaganda tools.
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Þröstur has been collaborating with Steinunn on the publication of her career book.
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Þröstur Helgason, who has extensive experience in cultural work and media, discusses the importance of cultural coverage in media.
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