The Paper sets high expectations for The Office spin off

The creators of The Office (US) have returned with The Paper: a new series set in a struggling local newspaper. We put it to the test to see if it can match the magic of the original. Hannah and guest critic Clare Rawlinson also share their experiences in a contracting media landscape and local newspapers, and how The Paper taps into the erosion of news coverage occurring worldwide. Plus, we sidebar on the best moments from the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, arguably the least serious yet most fun of all the awards nights. Get in touch: write or send a voice memo to stopeverything@abc.net.au Show notes: Vote in Radio National's 100 favourite books:

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