Richard Ackland
Richard Ackland is an Australian lawyer and journalist, best known for his role as a host of ABC's Media Watch, where he gained acclaim for revealing the 'cash for comment' scandal, which exposed unethical practices among prominent radio hosts.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 22,808 | $1,380,000 | 1,234$ |
| Totals | 1 | 25,499,884 | 22,808 | $1,380,000 | 1,234$ |
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Australia:
Richard Ackland is a lawyer and former Media Watch host who commented on the ethical issues surrounding journalists and celebrities.
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Australia:
His successor, lawyer Richard Ackland, was more avuncular but in his relatively brief tenure landed what has become one of Media Watch’s biggest scoops.
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