# Midweek - BSA extends reach, a bad week for Big Tech, breakfast with Tova and an easter chocolate ban.

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Podcast: [Mediawatch](https://stenobird.com/podcast/mediawatch-1043897)
Published: 2026-04-01T09:17:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1557

## Resource

The BSA has decided it has jurisdiction over digital outlets like The Platform - hosted by former-RNZer Sean Plunket - sparking heated debate. US Courts find Instagram and YouTube caused harm to children, what does that mean? And a look at Tova O'Brien's Breakfast debut. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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