The Media Podcast with Olly Mann

Former BBC1, ITV controller and Expectation chief Peter Fincham joins us to discuss his new podcast, Insiders, on the secrets of the TV industry. We'll find out what he makes of this week's headlines.Also on the programme: as President Trump threatens tariffs on high end TV and Film, media writer Tara Conlan assesses the risks for the sector.All that plus: we're in Bradford for all the takeaways from the Creative Cities Convention.And, in the Audio Network Media Quiz, we're heading into the courtroom for the biggest verdicts of the week.The Media Quiz is sponsored by Audio Network who select the music to score each episode - they can do it for you too at https://www.audionetwork.comBecome a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at https://www.themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukWhat The Media Club has been reading this week:AI Agatha Christie Trump film / HETV tariff threat already causing shocks -. but are we over some of the worst?Swedish Podcast Conglomerate PodX Acquires Lemonada MediaDisney & Big Talk look to salvage Dick TurpinSteve Wright memorial gathers A-List starsBBC admits lapse in standards around coverage of Prince Harry interviewHow The Assembly found a home on ITVAlex Mahon's debut novel: ‘The Rich Bitch Club' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Politico's senior executive editor, Kate Day, tells us what's in store for the original newsletter publisher.Also on the programme: Alex Mahon is set to leave Channel 4. Deadline's senior investigations reporter Jake Kanter is here to divine what happens next.All that plus: Baby Reindeer's Richard Gadd talks to us about just what he sacrificed to get his story out there, as well as more interviews on the winner's run at BAFTA's TV Craft Awards featuring Reece Sheersmith and Steve Pemberton (Inside Number 9), Kate Oates and Ben Wadey (Eastenders) and Andy Devonshire (Taskmaster).And, in the Media Quiz, we reveal what you could have won.Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukWhat The Media Club has been reading this week:Alex Mahon to leave Channel 4Piers Morgan on YouTube's success Tara Conlan's Spot The Difference on the BBC's latest workplace reviewJake Kanter's piece on problematic staff being retainedObserver's first week of relaunchCNN's Christiane Amanpour Joins GlobalBanajay eyes up all of ITVMr Bates wins a BAFTA special awardCelebrity Traitors line up revealed(00:00) - Hellos(00:40) - British Political Journalists(02:40) - Katie Rawcliffe(04:15) - Channel 4 CEO Alex Mahon Leaving(08:42) - Piers Morgan Cancels Newspapers(09:46) - Is YouTube the future of reporting?(13:39) - Journalist Entrepreneurs(15:23) - BBC Sexual Harassment(20:20) - BAFTA TV Craft Awards(20:35) - Richard Gadd Interview - Baby Reindeer(22:32) - EastEnders Special Award(25:30) - Andy Devonshire - Taskmaster(26:55) - Reece Sheersmith & Steve Pemberton - Inside Number 9(31:55) - Politico Europe 10 Year Anniversary(39:52) - The Media Quiz(44:50) - Goodbyes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the club today: the curious case of fictional experts... is AI driving a credibility problem when sourcing talking heads? Media writer Maggie Brown and broadcaster Alex Zane discuss Press Gazette's excellent scoop... as well the launch of Alex's new podcast, The Savoy Originals.Also on the programme: Ofcom puts the brakes on Radio 2's spin-off. Phil Riley from Boom Radio assesses the damage.All that plus: podcast festival Crossed Wires gets a new creative director. Owner Dino Sofos is here to reveal who it is... and, in the quiz, we enter the Frequency Funhouse.Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukWhat The Media Club has been reading this week:Press Gazette's expose into fake commentatorsOfcom says no to Radio 2 spin-offBBC advertising for new iPlayer roles...Threads is backLocal Radio podcast launchesAP To Be Allowed Back Into White HouseAvalon take a stake in Adolescence producer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is your company investment-ready? Mark Browning CEO of Zinc Media Group tells us what you need to do to get investment in a media business.Also on the programme: as the BBC publishes its annual report, things get spicy as Auntie takes on the streamers... media writer Manori Ravindran picks apart the commentary.All that plus: has Michael Sheen got some explaining to do? One indie thinks so... and, in the Media Quiz, we open up the Media Transfer Window.Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with support from Ollie Peart, and with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukWhat The Media Club has been reading this week:BBC fights back in its annual reportDisney identifies 4 audience types in streaming landscapeMichael Sheen and Channel 4 questioned over ‘originality' of debt documentaryThe Sun stems losses as The Times bags £60m profitRadio 4 saves the 90min audio drama slotBauer completes Clear Channel Europe-North acquisitionDish From Waitrose team launch indieRachel Sylvester named Observer political editorReach CEO Jim Mullen steps down with immediate effect Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Google claims its search business would be fine without news sites. But does their research stand up to scrutiny? Media writer Jane Martinson tells us more.Also on the programme: TV indies breathe a sigh of relief as a big market investigation is dropped. But it's not so good news for broadcasters though; Rebecca Cooney (Broadcast) explains.All that plus: there's a u-turn for BBC Studios, Bauer retreats from Wales... and in The Media Quiz we find out how much money Apple TV is losing.Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukWhat The Media Club has been reading this week:Google's Research Under ScrutinyRelief as TV indies CMA probe droppedBBC Studios Drops Podcast Ads Plan In UKBauer closes Breakfast Shows - James Cridland was quite critical about their strategy hereRivals does well at RTS - and BAFTA TV nominations are announcedIndependent launches AI SummaryCapital's Chris Stark recovering from cancer treatmentAdolescence makes ratings historyPaltrow criticises intimacy coordinatorsApple TV+ losing over $1bn/year, reports Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the TV crisis continues, a Murdoch enters the chat. We take a temperature check on the sector with former UKTV commissioner and now boss at indie Square Pears', Iain Coyle.Also on the programme: we reveal the one-take secrets of Adolescence, as well as the winners of the Broadcast Press Guild awards.All that plus: as Trump plans to close Voice Of America, Kate Bulkley is here to assess its impact on western media more widely, and if the World Service can step up - and, in the Media Quiz, we're bringing back Jeopardy.Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.uk* give or take a dynamic ad break or two. And a live vision mix of course.What The Media Club has been reading this week:Voice Of America axedLiz Murdoch says TV crisis leading to an exodus of production talentConsent Or Pay says the GuardianRTS backtracks on Gaza controversyAdolescence secrets revealedRiver City axedJeopardy Returns5Live Bags F1 Rights Again Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Google's AI mode destroy the news media? Has YouTube set its sights on the TV industry? Writer and telly critic Scott Bryan's here to tell us how parent company Alphabet's still reshaping the media landscape across the world.Also on the programme: the World Service needs Government funding, argue BBC bosses. But can they match the scale of China and Russia's operations? Faraz Osman, head of indie Gold Wala tells us more.All that plus: Channel 5 gets a rebrand - again - and, in the Media Quiz, we're sprinkling some stardust.Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukWhat The Media Club has been reading this week:Will Google's AI Mode Destroy The News Media?World Service needs public funding, argue BBC bossesDon't Forget YouTube Indie 'Discharged Duty Of Care' to worker, according to inquiryMiracle Spring Water lands TV channel Ofcom fineMore Megan on the way to NetflixAnna Foster joins Today lineupChapters:Intro (0:00)Media Club Inductees (0:43)Google's AI Mode (3:07)YouTube's Push to the Big Screen (10:29)BBC World Service (18:17)Media News Round-up (25:53)Channel 5's Rebrand (26:26)BAFTA TV Memorable Moments Award (28:38)TV Working Conditions (31:47)Media Quiz (36:44) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Long hours and broken turnarounds... are TV and film crews being squeezed to breaking point? Plus film critic and broadcaster Rhianna Dhillon joins us to look at the issue - and how the Oscars' TV show is still searching for a younger audience.Also on the programme: City AM is one of the last freesheets standing. Editor Christian May is here to reveal its staying power.All that plus: the BBC gets another grilling from MPs, Channel 4 News gets caught up in the Gaza doc controversy... and, in the Media Quiz, our pundits try to score a perfect ten.That's all happening in this edition of The Media Club. Come on in!Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukWhat The Media Club has been reading this week:Tim Davie 'open minded' about streamer levy in MP grillingChannel 4 also features Hamas minister's son in Gaza doc BECTU campaigns for more rest breaksPaul Marshall Floats Jounalism School to rivalsTelegraph pays £10/pic for social media picturesScrabble to become a TV Game ShowLeft Bank revenues dive post-Crown Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charlotte Moore resigns from the BBC, kickstarting a flurry of changes at some big indies. Chris Curtis, editor of Broadcast Magazine, takes us through what it all means... and who's in the running for the BBC's top creative role.Also on the programme: how is 5 News bucking the trend and growing its audience? Reporter Warren Nettleford tells us more.And why do audio paywalls work in Europe... but less so in the UK? We find out from Podimo's Jake Chudnow.Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at https://www.themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at https://www.podshoponline.co.ukWhat The Media Club has been reading this week:Charlotte Moore to leave BBC for SonyBBC Report into WestwoodTortoise to takeover Observer from Easter Sunday5 News editor piece in Press GazetteBen Frow feature in BroadcastWashpo Opinion Editor resigns over Bezos decreeObserver confirms takeover datePodimo reaches 1m paying subscribersNeighbours Axed (again)James Bond Takeover CompleteAmazon open to scripted co-prosCHAPTERS:(00:00) Intro(00:44) Media Club Inductees(03:29) Charlotte Moore's BBC Exit(10:54) BBC's Tim Westwood Report(16:26) Channel 5 News' Resurgence (21:58) The Week's Media Headlines(23:10) Podimo's 1 Million Subscribers (29:28) Warren Nettleford's New Audio Production Company (35:13) The Media Quiz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex Smith drops in to discuss bringing the final series of Big Boys to Channel 4, and what's coming next for Rough Cut and the wider TV market as London prepares for its first Mip London.Jim Waterson's also here to celebrate the success of London Centric, his Substack newsroom for local journalism. With thousands paying for access, we'll ask why wouldn't journalists turn their back on legacy media?Also on the programme: we find out why James Murdoch has been a little indiscreet, preview the first ever MIP London... and, in the Media Quiz, we look at some unbroadcastable media moments.That's all happening in this edition of The Media Club. Come on in!Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at https://www.themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at https://www.podshoponline.co.ukWhat The Media Club has been reading this week:Deadline's MIPcom London previewJames Murdoch rare interview delivers the goodsBBC stops music radio streams internationallyNews and current affairs magazine ABCs 2024BBC begins £6.8m tender process for BBCS formatsSeries of new Irish digital radio stations with ‘existing & new content offerings' set to be launched in coming weeksBBC asked to remove Gaza documentary over narrator's father's ties to HamasTrump jokes cut from BAFTA broadcastGuardian signs licensing deal with ChatGPT owner OpenAIBauer Media launches Bridget Jones Radio pop-up station Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Channel 4 reveals their new drama slate. Heat magazine's Boyd Hilton takes us through the ambitious line-up.Also on the programme: as Bradford's year as city of culture continues, Lisa Campbell joins us to talk about the upcoming Creative Cities Convention, where she has just taken over as director.All that, plus: why Netflix might be turning to podcasts for growth, the BBC provides evidence that AI can't summarise news stories... and, in the Media Quiz... we look at the reboots. That's all happening in this edition of The Media Club. Come on in!Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukWhat The Media Club has been reading this week:Get Creative Cities Convention TicketsChannel 4's new drama slateChatbots Can't Summarise News Stories, BBC findsNetflix Eyeing Up Podcasts‘Big Mood' Renewed For Season 2 At Channel 4BBC Podcast ‘How Do You Cope?' Switches To WonderyBBC Presenter Banned from Hinge For Being HimselfChapters:(00:00) Intro(00:42) Media Club Guest Invites: A A Dhand - Harry Virdee(04:40) Media Club Guest Invites: Mike White - The White Lotus(07:50) Jack Thorne New Show(09:10) Channel 4 Announcements(11:30) Funding for Drama(14:38) Netflix Top 10(15:25) AI and the News(22:05) Netflix Video Podcasts(30:32) Bradford Creative Cities Convention(35:52) Pilot TV(36:56) Best TV shows to be watching right now(40:15) The Media Quiz(44:57) Goodbyes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the club today: it's RAJARs week - analyst Adam Bowie is here to run the numbers for the radio industry.Also on the programme: as the BBC celebrates record viewing figures for The Traitors... what can we expect from the celebrity version? Megan Carver (Carver PR) reveals the runners and riders.All that, plus: The Sun's rebuilding its paywall... and, in The Media Quiz, we say farewell to some big names (for now) including Kay Burley and Richard McKerrow.That's all happening in this edition of The Media Club. Come on in!Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukWhat The Media Club has been reading this week:Matt's and Adam's blogs on the RAJARsThe Sun launches £1.99 paywallThe Sun's Celebrity Traitors line-upFT policy chief warns MPs watered-down copyright regime for AI is ‘huge mistake'ITV and All3Media owner in production merger talksKay Burley announces retirementRichard McKerrow exits Love ProductionsPersephonica Nabs BBC Sounds CommissionerChapters:(00:00) Intro(00:37) Media Club Guest Invites: Holly Walsh, Helen Serafinowicz & Barunka O'Shaughnessy - Amandaland(01:43) Media Club Guest Invite: Naga Munchetty(04:19) Radio Listening Figures & New Stations(08:09) Speech Stations & Morning Radio(10:59) Celebrity Radio Interviews(11:54) Radio Efficiency(13:12) Global Regional Stations Disappearing(18:23) The Bad News from RAJAR (22:25) The Sun's Monthly Subscription - Sun Club(27:33) The Celebrity Traitors(32:20) The Media Quiz(37:09) Goodbyes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just as News UK wraps up its court battles... ITV announces a new drama all about them, starring Toby Jones as Alan Rusbridger. Media writer Tara Conlan tells us more.Also on the programme: The toxic world of the comedy industry is back in the headlines - writer and broadcaster Julia Raeside joins us on the member's sofa to discuss the last few years, and her new book, Don't Make Me Laugh.All that, plus: should we follow Europe's lead and raise a broadcasting levy on streamers? That's all happening in this edition of The Media Club. Come on in!Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at https://www.themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.Further Reading:Pre-Order Julia's BookITV commissions phone hacking drama130 jobs to go at World ServiceShould there be a streamer levy? (a bit like France?)Superbowl AdsTNT Replaces EurosporttalkSPORT Goes FASTChapters:(00:00) Intro(00:30) Media Club Guest Invite: Alex Mahon(04:30) Media Club Guest Invite: Mrs Justice Dias(06:05) New ITV Tony Jones Phone Hacking Drama(11:24) BBC World Service to Cut Jobs(17:40) Next On Netflix Recap(20:15) Budgets and Funding(23:52) TV Licence Fee for Netflix(27:07) Julia Raeside's New Book(29:17) Me Too Movement in Comedy(33:10) FFS: Video Podcast Substack(35:25) The Media Quiz(38:38) GoodbyesWe record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Prince Harry settles with News Group Newspapers. Is that finally the end of the phone hacking saga? And has the press learned its lesson? Will Wood, head of PR firm Multitude Media, reflects on over a decade of trials and inquiries.Also on the programme: could Mr Beast buy TikTok? Jake Kanter, Investigations Editor at Deadline, reflects on a week of turmoil at the Chinese social media firm.All that, plus: what happens when a TV production loses its star talent during filming? We look at the big trouble in Big Talk's latest show with Noel Fielding.That's all happening in this edition of The Media Club. Come on in!Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukWhat The Media Club has been reading this week:Prince Harry settles with The SunMr Beast eyes up TikTok USHeadache for Big Talk as Noel Fielding Drops OutBBC's AI Guidelines are trailedNetflix increases prices in North AmericaAlamy Bills Journalist For Posting His Own StoryChapters(00:00) Intro(00:39) Guest Media Club Invites(05:40) Prince Harry settles phone hacking case(09:40) The tension between tabloids and celebrities(13:45) Will newspapers change how they report on Prince Harry?(18:50) TikTok shutdown and Mr. Beast purchase(26:47) Trump going for media(30:54) The BBC's policies on AI use(35:46 Noel Fielding drops out of Dick Turpin(42:19) The Media Quiz(46:15) Goodbyes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the club today - when does Out Of London actually mean... London? Rebecca Cooney, Insight Editor at Broadcast looks at the curious row that's dominating Scottish TV this week.Also on the programme: wildfires across LA cause havoc for Hollywood. Karin Robinson, Senior Director of Strategy at Edelman explaisn the effect it will have on production.All that, plus: just when it looked like David Montgomery had left the stage... has he got a new media plaything in London Live? That's all happening in this edition of The Media Club. Come on in!Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukWhat The Media Club has been reading this week:When 'Regional' Means 'London' - how The Traitors has stoked a big row over Scotland and the BBCLA Fires impact BAFTA, Oscars and wider productionLondon Live to close - and is there a return for Montgomery? Timothee Chalamet arrives on red carpet on a Lime bike at London premiere of A Complete UnknownThe real-life Rivals: inside the TV franchise battles of the 1980sMatch Of The Day hosts announcedNew Local Paper for LondonDate Set For New Radio 2 Schedule Chapters(00:00) Intro(00:48) Lila Shapiro & Neil Gaiman Allegations(03:06) Jane Featherstone on Drama and AI(04:17) Traitors Scottish Crew issue(09:41) LA Wildfires Effects on Production(11:26) Will Trump Support LA & California(12:41) Will The Wildfires Effect Award Season(14:18) Timothée Chalame Arriving on Lime Bike(15:41) Traitors Leicester Square Billboard(16:47) London Live Ending & Local TV(22:03) TikTok Shutdown in the US(24:50) Trump's Inauguration & Tech CEOs(26:50) YouTube's Biggest News Brands(30:44) The Media Quiz(40:22) Goodbyes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meta removes fact checking from Facebook: Journalist and digital native Alex Hudson looks at what it means for news organisations.Also on the programme: Global scraps regional radio and Bauer buys Clear Channel... and why is sport suddenly the streamers' new focus? Broadcast consultant Paul Robinson looks at recent deals by DAZoNe and Disney.All that, plus: Hollywood dramas in podcast form - Goldhawk Productions chief John Dryden talks about the explosion in demand for audio fiction.That's all happening in this edition of The Media Club. Come on in!Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukThe Media Club's stories of the week:Meta removes fact-checkersBBC local radio showed 'systemic failure' on night of disorderGlobal Announces Nations StrategyBauer Buys ClearChannel EuropePiers leaves News UKApple News AI Update Goes WonkyBeast Games gets half of Squid Games' ReachEastenders Goes Interactive Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Observer becomes part of Tortoise. Charlotte Tobitt of Press Gazette is here to tell us what happens next.Also on the programme: BBC Radio faces pushback from Ofcom over its DAB expansion plans, and The Radio Times' Caroline Frost ponders what we have to look forward to on TV in 2025.All that, plus: all the gossip from the British Journalism Awards, the continued de-Wallacing of TV... And, in the Media Quiz, we brush up those CVs.That's all happening in this edition of The Media Club. Come on in!Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukThe Media Club's stories of the week:Observer sale confirmed - and new editor tooBBC's DAB expansion plans on holdGrace Dent to replace Gregg Wallace British Journalism Awards and Press Gazette introducing a registration wallBluey movie announcedGavin & Stacey cast in Radio 2 takeoverRowan Atkinson returns to Netflix(00:00) Intro(00:40) Strictly & Amazing Women in Journalism(03:40) The Observer & Tortoise(07:30) Guardian competition?(09:40) Future of Masterchef(13:34) BBC pause DAB station roll-out(21:30) Media Concierge takeover(25:05) Press Gazette's registration wall(26:32) Radio Times Podcast(27:40) Harlan Coben's Missing You(29:06) Brian Walden and Margaret Thatcher(30:14) Return of Bergerac(31:23) Charlotte's rom-com hits(32:10) The revival of TV spy action(33:02) The Media Quiz(38:16) Goodbyes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TV critic Scott Bryan is here to explain the new deal between Sky and HBO, and dips into the Radio Times (old school) to divine what the Christmas schedules tell us about the health of certain broadcasters.Also on the programme: a report suggests that GB News broadcasts half of all news stories about Muslims? TV Indie chief Faraz Osman from Goldwala tells us more.All that, plus: from Lucy Letby to Vogue Williams, Jamie East reports back on a year of running Daily Mail podcasts.And, in the Media Quiz, we're off headhunting across Disney, News Corp and The Observer.That's all happening in this edition of The Media Club. Come on in!Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukThe Media Club's stories of the week:Sky reaches deal with HBOGB News broadcasts half of all Muslim news storiesMurdoch succession dramaObserver staff 'horror' at saleCharlotte Moore reportedly headhunted by DisneyChapters:(00:00) Intro(00:45) Ayesha Rafaele & Nisha Parti(02:03) TV Zone(04:07) Sky & HBO(10:25) Muslims and GB News(17:35) Xmas TV(23:53) Jamie and AI Pods(31:42) Daily Mail Pods(33:50) Media Quiz(42:05) Goodbye Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

World of Wonder co-founder Fenton Bailey on the future of television - is there room for cable, streamers AND broadcasters? Fenton thinks so.Also on the programme: unfinished business at the BBC. With Gregg Wallace causing all sorts of problems, have they got to grips with other thorny talent issues? Roger Bolton of Beebwatch grasps the nettle.All that, plus media writer Maggie Brown on the TV indies partnering up in Europe, and in the Media Quiz we cover another turbulent week in newsrooms.That's all happening in this edition of The Media Club. Come on in!Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at https://www.themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukFurther reading:Gregg Wallace scandalIndies striking deals with international counterpartsRoger Bolton's Beeb Watch podcastObserver journalist assurancesDale Vince, a potential Observer buyer?Dylan Jones steps down from The StandardRu Paul's Drag ConMaggie's Channel 4 books Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is the golden age of UK-made TV over? We speak to Steven D Wright about his article in The Times on the matter and whether anything can be done.Also, are you feeling festive? The editor of Campaign, Maisie McCabe gives us her view on some of the best Christmas ads out there and producer Rina Dayalji brings us the latest from the front line in factual entertainment. And of course, don't forget The Media Quiz! Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Ollie Peart and Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.uk(00:00) Intro(00:50) Richard Brim & Martin Beverley(01:22) Simone Pennant MBE & Joe Lycett(02:17) Steven D Wright on TV(18:05) ITV Sale(24:12) Overheard(25:08) Xmas Ads(34:25) Quiz(39:37) Goodbye Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the BBC pushes on with its Radio 2 spinoff - we speak to rival Boom Radio's Phil Riley about the impact on his business.Meanwhile, BBC Studios has a ‘work-for-hire' dilemma... media commentator Kate Bulkley unpicks a thorny problem for the BBC's commercial strategy.Also on the programme: staff at The Observer and the Guardian vote to strike over the proposed sale of the Sunday paper to Tortoise... but is the deal already done? James Ball, political editor at The New European is here to provide an update.All that, plus... could an AI startup save journalism?Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukThe Media Club's stories of the week:Guardian & Observer staff to walk out over saleRadio 2 announces spinoff - and Phil Riley is not happy about itZoe Ball leaves Radio 2Watchdog urges BBCS to create more IPCould an AI startup save journalism?Fulwell73 and LeBron James' SpringHill strike mega-merger dealLogan Paul Sends Look-a-Like to BBC InterviewGoalhanger shuts TV Production HouseChapters:(00:00) Intro(00:47) Kathleen Kennedy(02:15) Adam Bienkov(04:07) Observer/Tortoise(07:30) NAO/BBC(12:35) R2 Breakfast(17:14) R2 Extra/Phil Riley(24:16) Podcast Discovery(24:46) Podshop Online(25:51) Everyone's Talking About(26:36) Journalism AI(30:16) New European(37:13) Quiz(41:05) Goodbye Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim Waterson speaks to The Media Club about the launch of his local journalism project, London Centric; and the wider local media revolution.Also on the programme: right wing outlet InfoWars is bought by The Onion... What's that about? And as most streamers embrace ads on their services... what is Amazon doing with FreeVee? Jane Ostler, EVP at research agency Kantar explains.All that, plus: Chloe Straw of Audio UK talks about the future of podcasts away from the BBC, we ask who will replace Gary Lineker on Match Of The Day?Become a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukThe Media Club's stories of the week:The Onion buys rightwing conspiracy theory site InfowarsWho Will Replace The BBC's Biggest Star?AVods are up, according to Barb data, just as Amazon Prime closes FreeveeGuardian will no longer post on Elon Musk's X from its official accountsRadio 1 Anthems has launchedBroadcasters Commit To A Shared Measurement System For Climate Change ContentResearch reveals London indies dominate Scottish commissioningBBC making waves in Digbeth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How was the US election night covered in the media, and how will the newsrooms fare under President Trump?... Alex Farber, media correspondent from The Times is here to look at what it means for our industry.Also on the programme: Miranda Sawyer has been the audio critic at the Observer throughout the podcast boom... she reveals the latest trends in the industry, and her take on her paper's future under Tortoise.All that, plus: Will Wood, CEO of Multitude Media on being a modern PR powerhouse, why publishers are struggling with Google's new Ts and Cs... and, in the Media Quiz, we find out who's sorry not sorry.That's all happening in this edition of The Media Club. Sign up for free at https://www.themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukThe Media Club's stories of the weekUS election night coverage roundupNew BBC Chair Samir Shah on permanent Royal Charter & misconduct complaintsCan you opt out of Google's AI crawler? Not according to the FT...Miranda Sawyer's new book - get your copy now...Observer/Tortoise update: Guardian CEO says paper is unsustainableWill Wood discusses new drama House of GuinnessClarkson's Farm renewed for fifth seasonBaby Cow court caseNew Radio 4 comedy commissions announced Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Washington Post loses subscribers over its position on the US election... media reporter and writer Tara Conlan tells us why this might be good news for the Guardian.Podcasting powerhouse Novel's making waves; CEO Craig Strachan's here to chat Kill List, selling your IP to Hollywood and plans for 2025. Also on the programme: are we closer to a World Service funding deal? The dangers of working in TV at the moment... and, in the Media Quiz, we put ourselves out of a job using NotebookLM.Remember to signup at themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukThe Media Club's stories of the week:Ian Katz chat at BPG lunch - a little on The Gathering tooWash Po non-endorsement leads to 10% drop in subscriptions - and the Guardian cleans upAre we inching closer to a World Service/FO deal?Novel's new show The Bunny Trap - and start the bidding war for the #1 hit Kill ListTara's brilliant Guardian piece on the dangers of being a modern day runnerECB Rules Out Free To Air CricketGok Wan joins Magic BreakfastJournalists back strike over ObserverMichael Parkinson returns in AI formChapters:(00:00) Welcome(00:46) Amelia Dimoldenberg(02:04) Saoirse Ronan(04:18) C4's Ian Katz(09:45) Washington Post's Subs(19:07) Podcast Discovery(19:30) PodShop(20:55) GB News(24:34) Novel(30:55) Freelance Exhaustion(38:00) Media Quiz(47:30) Goodbyes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The latest RAJAR figures are out - and new local radio regulations kick in... so what does it mean for the big commercial players? Media analyst Adam Bowie tells us what's happening.Also on the programme: as TV bigwigs descend on Cannes for Mipcom, why is everyone looking to the past? Deadline's Jake Kanter puts down his cocktail to tell us more.All that, plus: Kimberly Godbolt from search network Talented People takes the temperature of UK TV production. Are we any closer to the end of the commissioning drought?That's all happening in this edition of The Media Club. Come on in!A Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukThe Media Club's stories of the week:Bauer removes last of GHR's local programmingMatt's RAJAR blogAdam's rival (and also very good) blogDeadline's Takeaways from MIPCOM 2024An evening of British Podcast Awards winnersITV using AI to come of with commissioning ideasMel Giedroyc presents game show version of PictionaryChannel 4 orders Virgin IslandThere's going to be a Greek MonkTed Danson's PodcastUndercover: Exposing the Far Right Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the broadcaster axes three regular shows amidst more job losses in news... Broadcast editor Chris Curtis fills us in on whether a Labour Government could change the narrative.How is Private Eye is adjusting to a new government, and does it perform better under red or blue Prime Ministers? Adam MacQueen of the magazine's Street of Shame reveals all.All that, plus: Channel 4 announces investment more in new skills and beyond London - but will it change the mood music with TV makers? The Guardian's ethical review service... and why should we stop calling people ‘talent'.That's all happening in this edition of The Media Club. Come on in and sign up for free at https://www.themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukThe Media Club's stories of the week:Adam MacQueen's new book, Haunted Tales - buy it nowClick, Hardtalk to go as BBC News rationalises and Radio News reductionsChannel 4 launches Nations & Regions investmentHot off the Recipes app, the Guardian launches The Filter.Tim Davy 'bans' the word 'talent'New York Sun owner in exclusive talks with Telegraph Bastards, says Newsquest to GoogleSpike Milligan calls Prince Charles ‘a grovelling bastard'(0:00) - Intro(0:40) - Victoria Newton (Editor, The Sun)(3:05) - Jane Austen (4:35) - Pride & Prejudice(5:40) - BBC News Job Cuts / Click cancelled(8:30) - Will BBC Cuts impact government priorities(11:10) - Should the government pay for BBC World services?(13:45) - Channel 4 and the indie community(15:40) - Does Channel 4 work as a public service broadcaster?(19:12) - The Governments focus on Channel 4(23:02) - The Guardian's The Filter(25:30) - Tortoise and the Observer(28:10) - Tortoise refinancing (31:18) - Weekly news round-up(31:55) - What other film and tv studio is owned by a local authority?(32:43 - What has Chris been reporting on this week?(33:30) - Tim Davie on not using the word "talent"(36:00) - Private Eye(39:00) - Were the Tories actually worse? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Kaos becomes the latest drama to be axed after one season, TV critic Scott Bryan reveals why streamers kill their commissions so young. Media news and analysis, with host Matt Deegan.Also on the programme: after ten years of scrutiny, the latest Expert Women report reveals the big shows that are letting the side down. Former broadcast exec Professor Lis Howell is here to tell us who's booking twice as many men than women.All that, plus: there are a raft of new studios under construction in the UK... why do we need more? And rather than no work for freelancers, will it soon be... no freelancers for work?That's all happening in this edition of The Media Club. Come on in!A Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukThe Media Club's stories of the week:Expert Women Project findingsChannel 4 losses, bonuses - and US election plansMeanwhile: Netflix profits and cancels KaosA Studio-Build UpdateThe new Disney+ show based in 80s regional TVland: Rivals Open Letter to Guardian over Observer SaleInnovative 'Freeze' gameshow ports from Japan to PortugalBullseye is BACK(00:00) Intro(00:50) James Rowe(02:08) Lisa Campbell(02:47) Expert Women(12:05) Channel 4 Loss(18:55) Netflix Cancellations(27:05) Podcast Discovery(27:35) Podshop(28:35) Overheard(29:30) Rivals(35:50) Studios(39:35) Quiz(46:50) Goodbyes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why is Sky taking the owners of HBO and Discovery+ to court? Broadcast consultant Paul Robinson is here to unpick the tangled relationship between Sky and a new wave of streamers. Media news and analysis with Matt Deegan and guests.Also on the programme: are freelancers across our sector getting the mental health support they need? Manori Ravindran, London Correspondent at The Ankler, explains.All that, plus Matt Deegan takes us through the latest insights on the audio industry, and pits our guests against each other in a game involving the BBC Sound Effects library.That's all happening in this edition of The Media Club. Come on in!A Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.We record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIA CLUB at podshoponline.co.ukThe Media Club's stories of the week:Sky vs HBO & MaxCNN and Reuters announce paywallsKarl Warner Off to BBCSJim Waterson's first London Centric story (and that X post)New MIDAS reportLooking Glass survey sounds alarm on worsening mental healthBoris Johnson interview cancelled after Laura Kuenssberg gaffeBig Talk Studios planning Cheers UK rebootPhillip Schofield on Cast Away - review(00:00) Intros(00:39) Manisha Ferdinand(02:20) Bill Morrow(03:42) Sky vs WBD(12:20) Paywalls(16:25) Karl Warner(21:50) Overheard(22:54) FAST(25:10) Ad-Funded Programming(27:47) MIDAS Study(31:15) Mental Health(33:40) Media Quiz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Matt Deegan is joined by Ollie Peart backstage at The British Podcast Awards. We hear from friend of the podcast Marianna Spring on what it takes to be a great podcast host, Rob Auton on the challenges of daily podcasts and The News Agents on yet another win and how changes in production team have impacted the podcast.PLUS! We hear from Stuart Last of Audio Always after they secured the Listeners Choice Award for Help I Sexted My Boss. Stuart reflects on what's changed in the last 12 years with a growing focus on visualised podcasts, and also how community is key.That and MORE. Here are all of the podcasts from the people we spoke to.The Rob Auton Daily PodcastPress Play, Turn OnWhy Do You Hate Me (Marianna Spring)The News AgentsHelp I Sexted My BossHow Was It For You(00:00) Intro(00:37) The News Agents(03:40) Zing Tsjeng from Good Bad Billionnaire(07:24) Marianna Spring(13:00) Stuart Morgan - Audio Always(18:15) Marcus Brigstocke(23:10) Rob Auton(25:22) Press Play, Turn On(27:28) Goodbye Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is the world's oldest newspaper about to be bought by the UK's youngest news brand? Media news and analysis, with presenter Matt Deegan and guests Charlotte Tobitt, UK editor at Press Gazette, Faraz Osman, owner of TV indie Gold Wala and Leanne Alie from Unlocked Podcasts.Plus: could you benefit from a new podcast accelerator programme? Leanne Alie, head of Unlocked Podcasts, tells us more - as well as the gossip from this week's Radio Festival.Also on the programme: we run through some of the big telly stories of the week - including a reshuffle at BBC Children's, Rupert Murdoch's family trials... and why four columnists quit the Jewish Chronicle at the weekend.Like our new look? For 25% off your first booking at PodShopOnline.com, use the code MEDIA CLUBJoin the Media Club for more insights between episodes: themediaclub.comStories discussed:Observer could be sold to TortoiseFour big columnists quit Jewish Chronicle over scandal know who owns the paper? Private Eye's podcast also neatly summarises the storyBBC to axe Children's roles Balamory gets a rebootMurdoch in court in battle for succession Four British shows top the Netflix global chart this year - can you name them all?Have I Got News For You launches on CNNSteve McQueen interview in Deadline Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

GB News owner Sir Paul Marshall bags a prestigious title - but has set his sights on the Telegraph too. Also on the show: the biggest launch of radio stations EVER... and how news consumption has changed forever.Media news and analysis, with presenter Matt Deegan and guests Jake Kanter (Deadline) and Managing Director of the Radio Academy, Aradhna Tayal Leach.Like our new look? For 25% off your first booking at PodShopOnline.co.uk, use the code MEDIA CLUBJoin the Media Club for more insights between episodes: themediaclub.comStories discussed:Unlocked Podcasts Amplify schemePaul Marshall buys The Spectator - and loses Andrew Neil as ChairOfcom says more consumers get news online than tv for first timeGlobal launches TWELVE new radio stationsPACT reveals revenue lost last year by commissioning slowdownAll3Media expansion to the USAradhna talks Radio Festival(00:00) Welcome!(01:13) Leanne Allie(02:10) Simon Albury(03:48) Joseph Cox(04:44) The Spectator(11:19) Global's new stations(22:50) Overheard(23:50) Redbird and All 3 Media(25:50) Radio Festival(31:25) The Media Quiz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a summer of sport... but behind the big numbers for the Euros and predicted for the Olympics... is linear still loved? Media news and analysis with Jane Ostler (Kantar) & media writer Kate Bulkley.Also on the programme: what's going on at Strictly, as two dancers face the music... and Kate fills in the details on that Skydance-Paramount deal.All that plus, do people read beyond the headlines? A recent libel case suggests we should give readers more credit.And, in the Media Quiz, we look back at a busy week for Lisa Nandy. A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Matt Hill. Love our look and sound? Hire thelondonpodcaststudios.com for your next recording - and get 25% off your first booking when you use the code MEDIAPOD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Telegraph loses another prospective buyer, as Lord Rothermere pulls the Daily Mail Group out of the auction... One year in, are we any closer to a future for the news group? Media news and analysis, with guests Jim Waterson (the Guardian) and Karin Robinson (Endelman).Also on the programme: Ofcom strikes back at the BBC over radio expansion plans. Boom Radio's Phil Riley gives us his reaction.All that plus, who were the other winners of this year's election? We discuss BBC vs Channel 4... and boom times in digital news and podcasting.And, in the Media Quiz, we polish some tv turds. No really.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Matt Hill. Love our look and sound? Hire thelondonpodcaststudios.com for your next recording - and get 25% off your first booking when you use the code MEDIAPOD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today Matt Deegan is out of our own studio… and into other podcasts as we decamp to the BBC and The Times to see how they covered election night. We speak to Newscast's editor Sam Bonham and presenter Adam Fleming - as well as the corporations' misinformation correspondent Mariana Spring on what we missed on social media.Also Matt takes a trip to Times Radio to find out what listeners love about Matt Chorley and natters with Peter Mandelson, Danny Finklestein and Polly Mackenzie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discover why some TV execs are troubled by the rise of copycat formats online. Media news and analysis with entertainment exec Rina Dayalji & Broadcast's Insights Editor Rebecca Cooney.Also on the programme: podcast growth continues, but which formats could make it onto TV? And what genres are missing for this growing mainstream audience?Plus, Robert Winnett returns to the Telegraph, why The Racing Post is angry with Radio 4, and, in the Media Quiz, we play an innovative new format called, “which person is this about?”A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Matt Hill. Love our look and sound? Hire thelondonpodcaststudios.com for your next recording - and get 25% off your first booking when you use the code MEDIAPOD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where are the deepfakes we expected this election? We look at which media platforms are instead shifting the political discourse, against expectations. Also on the programme: how to build a million-strong social media brand: the creator of Fesshole, Rob Manuel reveals all.Plus, there's a hole in the Telegraph's finances - we look at why. How can working class people get into TV? And who on our panel had Sky? We also ponder the problem ahead of the Edinburgh TV Festival. And, in the Media Quiz, we play Ofcom… or Rom Com. A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Matt Hill. Love our look and sound? Hire thelondonpodcaststudios.com for your next recording - and get 25% off your first booking when you use the code MEDIAPOD. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What can we expect for our industry from the next government? We look through the manifestos launched this week, as well as rounding up the best election coverage so far. Media news and analysis, this week with the i paper's arts and media correspondent Adam Sherwin and Deadline's investigations editor Jake Kanter.Also on the programme: Paramount still seeks a suitor, after a deal with Skydance goes south. What next for the owner of Channel 5?All that plus... we speak with Matt Sayward, co-founder of Platform Media, about their recent acquisition by PodX.Strictly's in another controversy, the inside story on the Evening Standard going weekly...And, in the Media Quiz, we talk... off-the-record.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Matt Hill. Love our look and sound? Hire thelondonpodcaststudios.com for your next recording - and get 25% off your first booking when you use the code MEDIAPOD.  Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hat Trick Productions closes its comedy entertainment division. What does it mean for the future of TV comedy when one of the biggest British successes has to shutter its operations? Media news and analysis with Press Gazette reporter Charlotte Tobitt and Head Of Podcasts at Carver PR Becca Newson.Also on the programme: the Washington Post nab another Brit - why is America turning to this country to run its news divisions?All that plus, we look at ITN's plans to combat AI deepfakery whilst Andrew Neil gets stuck in on Times Radio.And, in the Media Quiz, we reheat a few old formats. Sign up for free to Election Daily: https://podcastrex.com/newsletters/election-dailyA Rethink Audio Production, produced by Matt Hill. Love our look and sound? Hire thelondonpodcaststudios.com for your next recording - and get 25% off your first booking when you use the code MEDIAPOD. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 It's the election that's caught the media on the hop - Matt Deegan takes a look at the challenges ahead for broadcasters and publishers with guests TV Critic Rhianna Dhillon and former Director of Programmes for BBC News, now at Coulson Partners, Katy Searle.Also on the programme: The Evening Standard is to go weekly. Why? And can it follow the Independent back to profitability?All that plus, the Edinburgh TV Festival starts to take shape - we look at what's on the agenda. News UK looks to make more dramas out of its IP and, in the Media Quiz, we play with the polls.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Matt Hill. Love our look and sound? Hire thelondonpodcaststudios.com for your next recording - and get 25% off your first booking when you use the code MEDIAPOD.  Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why is Australian radio so risqué? Matt Deegan welcomes Craig Bruce, who launched Kyle and Jackie O's First Breakfast Show before becoming head of content for SCA and a radio consultant.We also talk to James Corden's podcast producer, Geoff Jein, who started out at BBC Radio 2 before moving to Perth to work on breakfast radio.Standby for lessons for broadcasters everywhere from how producers manage big talen, the 10 year deal to lock them in, how Britain's Christian O'Connell wowed Australians and bagged a $5 million a year deal.Content warning: strong language Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We decamp to Bauer's shiny new studios in Euston to unpick the latest RAJAR listening figures and glean why commercial radio is on the up. Media news and analysis, with guests radio exec Paul Sylvester (Absolute Radio) and broadcast consultant Paul Robinson.Also on the programme: publishers take aim at the BBC's podcast ad plans, why working class creatives aren't getting the chances they used to...And, in the Media Quiz, we pit people against places. A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Matt Hill. Thanks to Bauer Media Group and engineer James Walker for hosting the recording of this episode. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a BBC-dominated ARIAs and with the BAFTA TV awards just around the corner, Matt Deegan is joined by host of Countdown to The BAFTAs, Alex Zane and media writer Caroline Frost to take us through it all.Also on the programme: Sky Sports cross the rubicon and broadcast 3pm matches. Disney+ looks to do fewer things better - so where are they putting all that Marvel money?All that plus we talk Eurovision controversy, why publishers are not fans of Google right now and, in the Media Quiz, we play... does it float?A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Matt Hill with support from Ollie Peart. Love our look and sound? Hire thelondonpodcaststudios.com for your next recording - and get 25% off your first booking when you use the code MEDIAPOD. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After difficult weeks for the BBC and Global, we look at why looking after your talent may help your reputation. Media news and analysis with Matt Deegan and guests media writer Maggie Brown and Deadline's International Investigations Editor Jake Kanter.Also on the programme: as US newspapers take OpenAI to court, we look at what the Financial Times is doing differently.All that plus, we say farewell to The Reader's Digest, discuss the changes at LBC and, in the Media Quiz, we play our most confusing game ever. Strap in.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Matt Hill. Love our look and sound? Hire thelondonpodcaststudios.com for your next recording - and get 25% off your first booking when you use the code MEDIAPOD.  Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The BAFTA TV Awards are coming... and we thought we'd share this fascinating new podcast from BAFTA that explores the nominees.It's calles Countdown To The BAFTAs, and it's made by the producers of The Media Podcast (and has a few familar voices in it too).Alex Zane is your host - in this episode he reveals the documentaries in contention - what does the Spider-Man of Paris have in common with The Enfield Poltergeist? Find out as Alex is joined by TV exec Faraz Osman and foreign affairs journalist, documentary filmmaker and author Ramita Navai to discuss a challenging yet creatively ambitious year for factual production teams.The nominees discussed:FACTUAL SERIESDUBLIN NARCOS Benedict Sanderson, Claire McFall, Sacha Baveystock, Edmund Coulthard, Megan Taylor, Laura Dunne – Blast! Films / Sky DocumentariesEVACUATION Production Team - Wonderhood Studios / Channel 4LOCKERBIE Nancy Strang, John Dower, Claire McFall, Barnaby Fry, Dejan Cancar, Charlie Hawryliw - Mindhouse Productions / Sky DocumentariesONCE UPON A TIME IN NORTHERN IRELAND Production Team - KEO Films, Walk On Air Films, The Open University / BBC TwoSINGLE DOCUMENTARYDAVID HOLMES: THE BOY WHO LIVED Dan Hartley, Kevin Konak, Simon Chinn, Jonathan Chinn, Vanessa Davies, Amy Stares - Lightbox, HBO / SkyDocumentariesELLIE SIMMONDS: FINDING MY SECRET FAMILY Jasleen Sethi, David Thompson, Colleen Flynn, Kathryn Jein, Nick Underhill - Flicker Productions / ITV1HATTON Daniel Dewsbury, Paul Yoshida, Sam Bergson, Ian Davies, John McKenna - Noah Media Group / Sky DocumentariesVJERAN TOMIC: THE SPIDER-MAN OF PARIS Jamie Roberts, Dan Reed - Amos Pictures / NetflixSPECIALIST FACTUALCHIMP EMPIRE James Reed, Matt Houghton, Callum Webster, Matt Cole - KEO Films, Underdog Films / NetflixTHE ENFIELD POLTERGEIST Jerry Rothwell , Al Morrow, Stewart le Maréchal, Nicole Stott, Jonathan Silberberg, Davis Guggenheim - MetFilm, Concordia Studio / Apple TV+FORCED OUT Luke Korzun Martin, Sophie Perrins, Chibuikem Oforka, Josh Green, Tom Pullen, Richard Bond - Dragonfly / Sky DocumentariesWHITE NANNY, BLACK CHILD Andy Mundy-Castle, Natasha Dack Ojumu, Rochelle Newman, Zeb Achonu, Ross Leppard, Rachael McLean-Anderson - Doc Hearts, TigerLily Productions, BFI / Channel 5 Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As broadcasters begin to announce their lineups, what will Ofcom do about Nigel Farage? Media news and analysis, this week with media writer and chair of Broadcasting Press Guild Manori Ravindran and The Media Leader's Ella Sagar.Also on the programme: we're in Bristol for the Creative Cities Convention and hear reasons to be cheerful from broadcaster David Olusoga and Screenskill's Laura Mansfield.All that plus, changes at Virgin Radio, why Channel 4 is thinking beyond England.... and, in the Media Quiz, it's American imports and exports.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Matt Hill. Love our look and sound? Hire thelondonpodcaststudios.com for your next recording - and get 25% off your first booking when you use the code MEDIAPOD.  Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The BBC has been criticised this week by MPs for their plans to move production across the UK in a project, the broadcaster calls 'Across the UK'. The corporation are also planning on introducing performance related pay for some of it's top talent. Media news and analysis, with host Matt Deegan, Gold Walla's MD Faraz Osman and Kimberly Godbolt co-founder of Talented People.Joe Lycett returned to Channel 4 on Friday, launching a new series of his late night show with a publicity stunt involving fake stories in the press. The panel discuss what impact this stunt may of had on the discussion around fake news. All that plus we welcome NPR to the election cycle and, in the Media Quiz, it's all your favourite media stats of the week.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Matt Hill. Love our look and sound? Hire thelondonpodcaststudios.com for your next recording - and get 25% off your first booking when you use the code MEDIAPOD. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Execs from several newsrooms come together to debate how to cover the next general election in this brave new world of AI, deep fakes and partial broadcasting. Media news and analysis with Matt Deegan.We speak to Sam Woodhouse, the BBC's Election Night Editor about the updates coming to the broadcaster's coverage - and why some new technologies are hard to adapt to Britain's electoral system.Katy Searle ran the BBC's political coverage for eight years during three elections - and tells Matt why the leaders debate this year will be hotly contested by the new upstarts, GB News and Talk TV.Also on the programme: writer Alex Huson takes a look at the finances at News UK, and why book optioning is getting expensive for studios. And Professor Rob Ford tells us what the key narratives are likely to be... and when that elusive election may take place.Special thanks to James Ball and The Media Society for inviting us. Find out about future Media Society events at themediasociety.comA Rethink Audio Production, produced by Matt Hill. Love our look and sound? Hire thelondonpodcaststudios.com for your next recording - and get 25% off your first booking when you use the code MEDIAPOD.  Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How does Channel 4 plan to run its own production arm? And how long does the BBC have in its current form? Matt Deegan is joined by Dr Jon Wardle (NFTS) and broadcast consultant Ann Charles to digest the week's media news.Also on the programme: when the local radio market fails, can community radio fill the gap? Trevor Dann reports from Whitehall.All that plus, we look at plans to move MIPTV from Cannes to London, why The Independent had picked up Buzzfeed... and, in the Media Quiz, we ask where all the talent has gone. A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Matt Hill. Love our look and sound? Hire thelondonpodcaststudios.com for your next recording - and get 25% off your first booking when you use the code MEDIAPOD.  Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Deegan is in LA this week for this annual podcast industry event, talking to the great and good of the US podcast scene. Tom Webster discusses the need to persuade media buyers that podcasting is the safest bet in marketing; James Cridland returns for some updates to Spotify... and podcaster Sangeeta Pilai discusses how her focus on US audiences is reaping rewards.Meanwhile, back in Europe, Paul Robinson speaks to Radio 1 controller Aled Haydn Jones about the past year on the BBC's youth brand.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Matt Hill. Love our look and sound? Hire thelondonpodcaststudios.com for your next recording - and get 25% off your first booking when you use the code MEDIAPOD. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is the BBC planning to take ads in the UK? We look into a curious story from The Times this week, and its implications for British audio businesses. Independent media news and analysis, with guests Alex Farber (The Times), Faraz Osman (Gold Wala) and James Cridland (Pod News).Also on the programme… The head of BBC England's radio stations, Chris Burns, talks to us about the next phase of BBC Local's new strategy.All that plus GB News gets rapped by Ofcom,  YMU tools up with new talent... and, in the Media Quiz, we get specific.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Matt Hill. Love our look and sound? Hire thelondonpodcaststudios.com for your next recording - and get 25% off your first booking when you use the code MEDIAPOD.  Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does this latest photoshop faux pas tell us about media consumers and levels of trust in the media? Matt Deegan is joined by Charlotte Tobitt (Press Gazette) and Rebecca Cooney (Broadcast) to discuss the major media news of the week.Also on the programme: The Telegraph Media Group deal is not yet done, as our Government intends to legislate to keep the titles out of foreign government hands. So is the race back on?All that plus... we look at how British TV is reacting to AI, why Newsnight could become a podcast and, in the Media Quiz, we choose our pick of the pods.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Matt Hill. Love our look and sound? Hire thelondonpodcaststudios.com for your next recording - and get 25% off your first booking when you use the code MEDIAPOD.  Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.