Overview

• During a live BBC News segment on a disruptive peacock in Wiltshire, Maryam Moshiri announced she’d ignore her producer’s directive before performing a high-pitched peacock call
• The clip quickly went viral on social media, with viewers praising its lighthearted spontaneity and branding Moshiri as a relatable news figure
• Moshiri replied to a circulating video on X by quipping that she was still waiting for a call from BBC2 to host her own birdwatching show
• No disciplinary measures have been reported following her defiance, signaling the BBC’s tolerance of her unscripted moments
• Her latest on-air stunt underscores a broader industry trend toward personality-driven broadcasting that values authenticity and viewer engagement