She was left stunned on Tuesday after learning that American broadcaster CBS plans to buy embattled network Channel Ten, live on-air.
And Studio 10 host, Sarah Harris, was grilled about the possible $250 million buyout deal – specifically what it means for the free-to-air broadcaster going forward.
During an appearance on the Kyle and Jackie O show on Wednesday, the media personality was asked about everything from a possible network name change to budget cuts.
Tough questions: Studio 10 host, Sarah Harris, was grilled about the possible $250 million buyout deal between CBS and Channel Ten – specifically what it means for the free-to-air broadcaster going forward
‘Will it still be called Ten?’ co-host Jackie ‘O’ Henderson asked.
Sarah replied: ‘That’s what we’re hearing so far.’
Radio shock jock Kyle Sandilands said renaming the network is necessary: ‘I think that’s a mistake, it should be changed to CBS immediately – freshen it up.’
New name? ‘Will it still be called Ten?’ co-host Jackie ‘O’ Henderson asked
However Jackie O disagreed explaining: ‘Channel Ten is what we grew up with.’
In June, Channel Ten went into voluntary administration following months of financial troubles however Sarah said there have been no obvious budget cuts within the company.
‘Honestly hand on heart, we didn’t see any changes or budget cuts,’ she said.
No drastic changes planned: Sarah replied: ‘That’s what we’re hearing so far’
‘It’s all sort of happening behind the scenes with the suits and the people that are paid lots and lots of money.’
She added that expected changes will likely include ‘seeing more Australian content.’
CBS announced Monday morning they would buy Network Ten just months after it was announced the company went into voluntary administration.
Business as usual: ‘Honestly hand on heart, we didn’t see any changes or budget cuts,’ she said