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Kumi Taguchi new Insight host

ABC Compass presenter moves to front long-running SBS forum in 2021.

ABC Compass presenter Kumi Taguchi has been announced as the new host of Insight for SBS, following Jenny Brockie’s decision to step down after nearly two decades in the role.

She joins with more than 20 years’ experience in radio, television, current affairs, long-form documentary and most recently, as the host of ABC Compass and as a presenter and reporter for the ABC News Channel.

“I am beyond excited to be joining SBS for my next adventure,” she said. “To be entrusted with a high-profile program such as Insight, with such a strong legacy of authentic storytelling, is an absolute honour. Opportunities like this come around once in a career, if you’re lucky.

“No matter how much our lives change, how much technology advances, how much we shift direction, one thing always stays the same: the power of our stories. True compassion and understanding comes from hearing about the experiences of others and seeing how they navigate through life.

“One of the strongest memories of my late father is sitting with him at his small kitchen table in Melbourne, watching the Japanese news on SBS. He would switch it on at the same time every day and I’m sure it made him feel connected to his homeland. We would sip tea and eat rice crackers and I would be reminded, too, of my heritage.”

SBS Director of News and Current Affairs, Mandi Wicks, said: “We are thrilled to announce Kumi as the new host of Insight. She comes to us with a wealth of experience and a true understanding of the value of storytelling. SBS news and current affairs is committed to seeking out the communities and voices often overlooked by others and Kumi has a deep appreciation and personal connection to this ambition.

Insight embraces the individual experiences of Australians and through their stories we gain a greater understanding of each other and the complex issues that affect us all. We look forward to working with Kumi to delve into many more extraordinary stories and issues next year.”

Insight will return with new episodes on Tuesday nights in 2021, along with international current affairs program, Dateline and The Feed.

4 Responses

  1. ABC’s loss is a fantastic gain for SBS. I’ve been to a couple of events where Kumi’s been MC and she was fantastic. I’m sure she’ll be equally brilliant at the helm of ‘Insight’.

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