Insight (Australian TV program)
| Company type | Television program |
|---|---|
| Industry | Television broadcasting |
| Founded | 1995 |
| Headquarters | Australia |
Area served | Australia |
Key people | Gael Jennings (1999–2001), Jenny Brockie (until 2020), Kumi Taguchi (since 2020) |
| Parent | Special Broadcasting Service (SBS) |
Insight is a television program focusing on current affairs, featuring a live audience that actively participates, and is broadcast on the SBS network. Each installment concentrates on a single topic, with studio guests engaging in in-depth conversations.
History
Launched in 1995, Insight originally concentrated on domestic Australian current events, while international matters were covered by Dateline. From 1999 to 2001, the show was presented by Gael Jennings, before Jenny Brockie from the ABC assumed hosting duties.
The show’s structure transformed into a discussion platform focusing on one subject per episode, supported by an interactive studio audience. Occasionally, live satellite connections bring in experts from around the world; however, the main emphasis is on guests sharing their personal stories. Recent topics have included issues such as Indigenous concerns, endometriosis, school bullying, ME/CFS, and matters relating to transgender individuals.
Jenny Brockie departed from the series in October 2020 without an immediate replacement announced, although the continuation of the program was confirmed. In November 2020, Kumi Taguchi was named as the new host.
Substitute presenters include Janice Peterson, Marc Fennell, Alice Matthews, and Anton Enus.