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A bizarrely unprofessional statement by Wendy van Dijk: the former presenter of The Voice of Holland says in the VARA guide that she criticizes the cultural change after the Voice scandal. “We’re going through!”
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The scandal surrounding The Voice of Holland has made one thing very clear: that the culture in the TV world was rotten through and through, giving rancid types far too much room to do strange antics. It is extremely important that these types of perverts are never allowed to operate again, and that has led to many protocols.
Downplay
NPO, RTL and Talpa have joined forces against transgressive behavior and signed an agreement together: the Media Pact Respectful Cooperation. It must ensure that abuses in the TV world are prevented as much as possible, but what does former Voice star Wendy van Dijk think about this? A bit exaggerated.
Wendy, who for years has been the figurehead of the program where things went so terribly wrong, downplays in the latest VARAguides the necessity of all these measures.
‘We’re going through’
Wendy believes that The Voice should be allowed to continue again. “A lot has been said and written about it, of course. But I think that in the end there is still room for a program like The Voice. I would think it would be a shame if this program never came back, and I am sure there is still a demand for it. The public wants that.”
The SBS 6 star is getting a bit tired of all the protocols that currently apply. “We have learned a lot in recent years. Every time I go to play in the studio now, I receive a how-we-are-we-getting-together document. A lot has changed in the way we make television now, but we are all going a bit too far.”
‘yeah ok’
Tina Nijkamp, the former channel boss of SBS 6, finds it incomprehensible that Wendy says this. “Wendy van Dijk argues for the return of The Voice and says: ‘We are all going a bit crazy.’ Ah. OK.”
By the way, Wendy herself has never misbehaved on The Voice. However, she was once dragged through the mud on the juice channels. There she was portrayed as an arrogant grump a few years ago.
What impactful changes do you believe are necessary in the production industry to foster a safer environment for participants and crew members?
Guest 1: Tina Nijkamp, former Channel Boss, SBS 6
Website Editor: Welcome to our discussion, Tina. You recently commented on the return of ‘The Voice of Holland’ and the culture change after the scandal. Could you elaborate on your thoughts regarding the necessary measures taken to prevent such incidents from happening again?
Tina Nijkamp: Of course, Wendy’s statement about the excessive precautions being taken is rather alarming. It’s important that we learn from our mistakes and take steps to create a safe and respectful environment in the TV industry. There should be no room for abusive behavior of any kind, and it’s crucial that everyone involved understands that. It’s disheartening to hear someone downplay the severity of the situation.
Website Editor: We understand that Wendy van Dijk was not directly involved in the scandal, but do you think her comments reflect a broader issue of complacency or lack of understanding about the implications of such behavior?
Tina Nijkamp: I think it’s a fair concern. I believe that everyone needs to be aware of the impact of their actions and the role they play in creating a healthy work environment. It’s crucial to have empathy and understanding towards victims of abuse and harassment, and we can’t allow our desire for the success of a program to overshadow the importance of personal safety and well-being.
Website Editor: Moving forward, do you think there is still a place for ‘The Voice of Holland’ in the Dutch entertainment landscape? And if so, what changes would you like to see implemented to ensure that the show can thrive without compromising ethical standards?
Tina Nijkamp: I believe that there definitely is a place for The Voice in the Dutch entertainment landscape, but it’s essential that proper safety measures are put in place to prevent any further transgressions. We’ve seen that the audience is still interested in the show, and there’s no reason why it shouldn’t continue as long as it adheres to the Media Pact Respectful Cooperation and other established protocols.
Website Editor: Thank you, Tina, for your insights. Let’s switch gears and move onto our next guest, Wend
