Auntie Beeb

"Auntie Beeb" is a colloquial nickname for the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation), the UK's national public broadcaster. Established in 1922, it provides a wide range of radio, television, and online content, including news, entertainment, and educational programs. The nickname reflects its reputation as a trusted, household-centered institution that aims to inform and entertain the public without commercial influence. While affectionate, the term can also imply a sense of familiarity or patronage, indicating the BBC's long-standing presence as a familiar and authoritative source of media in the UK.