Patricia Karvelas to return as Q+A host
After jumping into the fire following the exit of Stan Grant, PK is announced as Q+A's permanent new host.
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Patricia Karvelas will return as Q+A anchor in 2024.
Karvelas was previously named to host remaining 2023 episodes following the exit of Stan Grant.
Patricia Karvelas said, “Q+A is the town hall. It’s the only program bringing together a range of guests to debate the big issues where ordinary people – not journalists or insiders – can come along and ask questions of powerful people.
“I thrive on big and difficult conversations and I’m excited and privileged to take on the role of host of this iconic ABC program in 2024.
“A show like Q+A should constantly be evolving to meet the needs of Australians and that’s what I’m committed to doing.”
Karvelas will also host RN Breakfast 3-5 days a week.
Justin Stevens, ABC Director, News said, “Having a journalist of Patricia Karvelas’s calibre leading these two key programs is terrific for the ABC and for audiences.
“Patricia’s an exceptional communicator with a rare ability to cut through complex issues and make them clear.
“She’s an independent thinker who brings ethical and intellectual rigour to her journalism.”
Q+A returns on Monday 19 February.
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6 Responses
She’s like the new Naomi Robson or Helen kapalos. I wish Helen still did tv news
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Q&A hasn’t been relevant to me in quite a while, the program lost its mojo some time ago.
As has been stated above, Patricia Karvellas is just another left leaning host, the ABC might have done better giving the gig to someone who isn’t quite as progressive.
Oh well, the program in 2024 won’t have to look too hard for panellists, how about all those now ex Drum regulars.
I was never a particular fan of this young lady but she has won me over on Q&A…she is very, very good in this role….also brought me back to watching again!
I can’t see the show getting any better, it’s been dying a death for over 12+ months
It was once a must watch/flagship show
I’m not sure if having a host that is seemingly far-left is going to help Q+A, especially in ratings, when the bias shines through. It’s akin to Sky News Australia After Dark, or Fox News, but ABC is a public broadcaster. Is Q+A for all Australians, or is it for a particular audience?