Elane Bedell Speaks at the MacTaggart Lecture

The festival's opening remarks included thanks to contributors and a surprise appearance by Tony Hall, the BBC's director general. Upcoming events were highlighted, including the Mactaggert Q&A session. The speaker discussed career changes linked to the advisory chair role, with examples of past chairs moving to significant positions. The venue, McEwan Hall, and the reception at the National Museum of Scotland were detailed. The Temple of Fame was introduced, and the notable speaker, a Hollywood star, was mentioned.

Who unexpectedly appeared at their own session during the festival?

• Carl

• Kenton Allen

• Tony Hall

• Deborah Turness

What is the main event scheduled for the next day of the festival?

• Opening reception

• Temple of Fame unveiling

• Career change announcement

• Mactaggert question and answer session

What career move did Carl announce during the festival?

• Starting a production company

• Joining NBC News

• Becoming a director at BBC

• Moving to ITV

Where is the opening reception of the festival being held?

• McEwan Hall

• National Museum of Scotland

• ITV Studios

• BBC Headquarters

What is the most important piece of art mentioned in the McEwan Hall?

• The ITV Mural

• The Guardian Sculpture

• The Temple of Fame

• The Mactaggert Portrait