<p>This is the story of how one of ITV’s founding giants lost its way, why the Midlands demanded something better, and how Central Television emerged from the ashes of ATV with a promise to finally put the region first.</p>

This is the story of how one of ITV’s founding giants lost its way, why the Midlands demanded something better, and how Central Television emerged from the ashes of ATV with a promise to finally put the region first.

Episode 13: Zoom Out

Rob Francis takes you inside the world of television presentation - the bits most people never think about, but always remember. From bitter franchise battles to sudden name changes, from bold launches to quiet disappearances, this is where the real story of TV hides.

In each episode, Rob digs deep into the decisions, the drama, and the detail behind how television looks, sounds, and feels. Because presentation isn’t just decoration — it’s identity. And sometimes, it’s everything.

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Rob Francis takes you inside the world of television presentation - the bits most people never think about, but always remember. From bitter franchise battles to sudden name changes, from bold launches to quiet disappearances, this is where the real story of TV hides. In each episode, Rob digs deep into the decisions, the drama, and the detail behind how television looks, sounds, and feels. Because presentation isn’t just decoration — it’s identity. And sometimes, it’s everything.

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Episode 13: Zoom Out

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