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Media Talk: Google, ITN and Jonathan Ross

On this week's Media Talk podcast, Matt Wells is joined by Janine Gibson and John Plunkett to discuss whether Google can help in the tricky business of monetising online news. Will it buy an ailing title such as the New York Times? Or will it sprinkle its magic elsewhere? Have a look at this interview on Ft.com for more.

Also in the programme, we analyse the escalating crisis at ITN, and wonder whether Simon Heffer will make a run for parliament.

Plus, if Britain's best-paid broadcaster can't be trusted to do a live radio show – we ask, isn't it time the BBC tore up Jonathan Ross's alleged £6m-a-year contract?

Finally, Gareth McLean joins us to look ahead to final of Britain's Got Talent. Will Susan Boyle croon her way to the crown?

Post your comments on the blog below, come and find us on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter.

Ooh – head back to the series page for more details on how to get a seat for our first ever live show. Eat your heart out, Wossy!

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