As Latvia's Golden Microphone music awards prepare for their 30th anniversary, a discussion unfolds about the management of the awards and the evaluation criteria. Patrīcija Rubene, the new chair of the board for the Golden Microphone, along with other key figures in the Latvian music scene, address concerns about transparency within the jury and the impact of personal presence at the ceremonies. This year marks a significant change, as they introduce a new jury model.