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On this episode of Inside Content, Toby Russell, CEO of 3Vision, is joined by Dean Possenniskie, Managing Director at Hearst Networks EMEA. They have an in-depth discussion about how the company has evolved from a traditional pay-TV business into a multi-platform media powerhouse. Dean shares how Hearst is expanding into FAST, AVOD, SVOD, and short-form digital content, while maintaining its strong relationships with pay-TV operators like Sky, Vodafone, and Deutsche Telekom. They also explore how data, AI, and new content formats are shaping Hearst's future, the changing role of pay-TV in Europe, and what's next for the company in 2025 and beyond. Stay in the content world loop

On this episode, to finish off our latest season of the podcast before our summer break, Toby Russell is joined by Matt Creasey, EVP, Sales, Co-productions & Acquisitions, at Banijay Rights. Having joined us on the show back in 2020, we sit down to traverse a wide range of topics from across the industry, diving into some of the main evolutions in the content space we've seen in the past few years. We explore the opportunities in Banijay's key markets including the US, Canada, Asia Pacific and LATAM, pivotal trends in co-productions and co-commissions, the digital service market and the impact of AI. Inside Content will be taking a summer break throughout August, and we will be launching a new series with lots of new and exciting guests in September. If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to give us a follow, rate the show and share your favourite episodes with your network. Stay in the content world loop

On this episode of Inside Content, Toby Russell, CEO of 3Vision is joined by Sky's Group Director of Acquisitions, Katie Keenan to explore the evolution of Sky's content acquisition strategy, the power of unscripted content and movie windowing trends. With the LA screenings around the corner, Toby and Katie discuss the impact of global streamers on their acquisition strategy, their challenges with different categories of content, their changing approach to movie windowing, balancing budget with Originals vs. Acquisitions and the evolution of their Free TV strategy. Following the recording of this episode, Sky picked up 5 wins at the 2024 BAFTA Television and Craft Awards, across their entertainment, factual and acquired programming remit including Rob & Romesh Vs, Lockerbie, Succession, Otto Baxter: Not A F***ing Horror Story and The Last of Us. The Sky Original drama, The Tatootist of Auschwitz, which Katie references as ‘Tattooist' in the episode, has also been Sky's biggest Sky Original since 2018. Stay in the content world loop

The TV and streaming landscape has undergone rapid changes in the past 12 months and there are significant trends taking hold. Fiscal restraint, cost-cutting and maximising ROI have been key themes as businesses respond to increased challenges and competition. On this special episode of Inside Content, Jack Davison, EVP at 3Vision is joined by CEO Toby Russell and Analyst Jed Ayloff to discuss our recent 2024 TV Industry Trends & Predictions Report which collates global feedback from senior media executives to provide data-driven predictions and insights into major areas affecting the TV industry. Together they consider the report's key findings and discuss some of the stand-out topics for players in the TV industry, including SVOD growth, Free and Pay TV innovation, content windowing and production trends, bundling and partnerships as well as the future of peak TV.

On this episode of Inside Content, Toby Russell is joined by Shalini Koshal, European Business Development for Media and TV Partnerships at Samsung to explore Samsung TV's services business, including the dynamics of how they partner with content providers and the evolution of the TV OS space.   Toby and Shalini discuss Samsung's partnerships with premium content providers, emphasising trust and value exchange, and delving into negotiation factors such as on-screen placement, product integration, platform fees, and strategic collaborations. They also explore Samsung's competitive positioning and innovation in the TV OS space, including how they are licensing their operating system and utilising partnerships with TV manufacturers. Finally, they analyse the shift towards service-based revenue for TV manufacturers, highlighting Samsung's strategy to capitalise on service revenue through content offerings, ad platforms, and OS licensing deals, contrasting approaches between companies owning their OS and those relying on partnerships. Stay in the content world loop

When was the last time you made a really big purchase? Do you remember what kind of thought, if any, went into it? Before spending a lot of money on something, most of us will take some time to reflect beforehand. Why are we making this purchase? Is it worth the money? How will what we're buying serve us today and in the future? These are all very normal questions to ask yourself. This logic is, of course, applied when purchasing vehicles. Everyone who needs a car, needs it for their own individual reasons. The purpose that the vehicles serve varies from individual to individual, so even if we all buy the same car, we're all buying something a little bit different. In this episode, Ed Bernardon asks the question, “what are we buying” when it comes to our vehicles. To answer this, he's looking back on conversations with three different guest experts who all shared their insight on shifting trends in mobility and what people are really interested in when it comes to vehicles and getting around. Listen in to hear from Alain Visser (1:24), Henrik Fisker (11:28), and Toby Russell (19:02).  Connect with Ed Bernardon: LinkedIn Future Car: Driving a Lifestyle Revolution Motorsports is speeding the way to safer urban mobility Siemens Digital Industries Software

On this episode of Inside Content, Toby Russell, CEO at 3Vision is joined by Paul Heaney, founder and CEO of BossaNova Media. BossaNova aims to bring together producers and buyers of unscripted TV in an integrated hub, creating a community that enables all of the stakeholders in the content chain to meet, create and do business. Heaney has a strong track record in helping producers to establish successful factual franchises. Over the last 20 years, as CEO of BossaNova, and two previous distribution operations including TCB Media Rights, he has built up a huge network of producer and commissioner/buyer relationships. Before launching TCB and BossaNova, Heaney served as president and managing director of Cineflix Rights, which he started in 2002 and built from a boutique operation into a major distribution force.  On this episode, we delve into the unscripted content space, exploring BossaNova's strategy for the distribution of their factual content as well as their innovative approach to development and acquisitions. Topic Breakdown: An overview of BossaNova, their content and strategy A look at their Development Days initiative How they assess what content to invest in and how they manage financing Selling market by market vs selling to global streamers The growth of True Crime shows What activity BossaNova have in AVOD and FAST Their pipeline of shows coming up Their typical timing for taking a show to market - Waiting until full production vs. selling early We hope you enjoy this episode! Stay in the loop: Visit our Website: https://www.3vision.tv Follow us on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3vision Follow us on Twitter: @3Vision

On this episode of Inside Content, Toby Russell, CEO at 3Vision is joined by Jennifer Ebell, EVP of EMEA Sales and Acquisitions at FIFTH SEASON (formally Endeavor Content), a global entertainment leader in the creation, production and distribution of movies and premium TV series.  Jennifer is responsible for overseeing both the acquisitions team and EMEA sales teams, garnering commissions, pre-sales and managing co-productions across the region with a focus on selling directly to the UK. Prior to joining FIFTH SEASON, she held a position as SVP of EMEA sales at ITV Studios Global Entertainment where she was responsible for a team that worked across all genres of finished programmes and formats, spearheading the rollout of key franchises such as I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here, Hell's Kitchen and Come Dine with Me.  In the episode, we find out about FIFTH SEASON's bespoke approach to content sales, acquisitions and distribution strategy in a changing content ecosystem. Specifically, how Jennifer's team is hyper-focused on securing and producing top-tier content across all genres, curating a refined but premium slate that explores unique but universally-applicable storylines. Toby and Jennifer explore the opportunities that have opened up to distributors in the past few years in terms of windowing, localised content and maximising long-tail revenue with FAST and AVOD.  We hope you enjoy this episode! Stay in the loop: Visit our Website: https://www.3vision.tv Follow us on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3vision Follow us on Twitter: @3Vision

In today's episode I talk to Ricky Baker who is a film producer, presenter and entrepreneur, specialising in Asian Action Cinema. Ricky was instrumental in bringing martial arts movies and Hong Kong cinema to the masses through his UK-based Eastern Heroes company which is a well-known brand around the globe. Along with kung fu movie expert Toby Russell, Ricky introduced the genre to a new, global audience. He provided many of Hong Kong's leading lights with their first appearances outside Asia, hosting events with the likes of Donnie Yen, Jet Li, Chow Yun-fat, Gordon Liu and John Woo. Ricky has produced documentaries and published well over 70 books and magazines. He presented a TV show with Jonathan Ross for the BBC Called “STOP KUNG FU” a six part series featuring many guest stars. Currently he is writing a new book with Ken Miller and Hollywood movie director Brett Ratner. Ricky talks about his humble and challenging beginnings that shaped his life into adulthood. Having overcome great struggles and adversities, it is his great resilience to change, that helped him overcome huge difficulties. Yet he was able to turn his life around to achieve global success. A story that offers insight into the tremendous determination, courage and skill of the human spirit, and it's ability to navigate events that our often beyond our control. For more information on Ricky Baker visit: https://easternheroes.com

In this episode of Inside Content, Toby Russell, CEO of 3Vision, is joined by Emmanuelle Guilbart, co-founder of About Premium Content (APC), a Paris-based boutique distributor specialising in the development, production, financing, and international distribution of high-end TV programs. Emmanuelle has had a seasoned career, beginning at CANAL+ Group in 1990, overseeing the launch of Canal+ Poland, becoming Program Director of the channel and setting up Canal+ International Acquisitions in the group's Cinema Direction. In 2002, she became Director of Programs and then Director of the multichannel platform CANALSAT.  After her time at Canal+, she worked as CEO and COO of the TV Business Unit of Lagardere Active, developing brand and channel portfolios and successfully launching French DTT channel Gulli, and as Vice President at France Televisions in charge of Programs, scheduling, acquisitions and commissioning for the 5 national channels. For the past 9 years, she has been co-founder and joint-CEO of About Premium Content and APC Studios. In the episode, we get a glimpse into APC's distribution strategy and how they have evolved this over the past decade in line with key distribution trends, including their transition from solely distributing content to becoming involved in the production side of content too. Topic Breakdown: The outline of APC as a distributor and their journey so far The evolution of content distribution, including the rise of distributors getting involved in co-financing and co-producing The financing and investment of APC APC's content portfolio, including the success of their scripted show ‘Wolf' and their involvement in factual unscripted content and kids' shows The distribution of non-english content globally We hope you enjoy this episode! Stay in the loop: Visit our Website: https://www.3vision.tv Follow us on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3vision Follow us on Twitter: @3Vision Download our latest insight: The 2023 TV Industry Trends & Predictions Report ➡️ https://www.3vision.tv/news-insights/the-2023-tv-industry-trends-predictions-report/

On this episode, Toby Russell is joined by Kerry Ball, Chief Acquisitions & Commercial Officer at BritBox International.   Kerry is a seasoned entertainment executive who has spent 20+ years working at the intersection of content and technology. Having joined BritBox in July of 2022, she is responsible for group content acquisition and commercial strategy across key markets, looking at routes to market, distribution and partnerships to grow the BritBox footprint and leverage a successful acquisition strategy. The joint venture between ITV and BBC now has over 3 million subscribers across their key markets.   Toby and Kerry delve into the positioning of BritBox in different international markets, the breakdown of their content strategy, portfolio and acquisition, and their exciting involvement in the FAST space. They also touch on the importance of partners in their distribution strategy and the vital role that digital originals play in acquiring and retaining viewers on the platform.   Here is a breakdown of the topics discussed in the episode:   ·       The positioning of BritBox in different international markets ·       How BritBox evaluate markets and tailor their content strategy ·       How they operate in non-english markets ·       An in-depth look at their content portfolio including how they commission and co-produce ·       The importance of originals in becoming a successful SVOD ·       How important partners are to their distribution strategy ·       BritBox's involvement in FAST We hope you enjoyed this episode! Stay in the loop: Visit our Website: https://www.3vision.tv Follow us on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3vision Follow us on Twitter: @3Vision Download our latest insight: The 2023 TV Industry Trends & Predictions Report ➡️ https://www.3vision.tv/news-insights/the-2023-tv-industry-trends-predictions-report/

On this episode of Inside Content, CEO of 3Vision,Toby Russell, is joined by Philipp Rotermund, CEO of wedotv. Philipp is a successful television and media entrepreneur with 20 years of experience in the media and entertainment sector. Working extensively in the Pay TV marketplace, he has worked with key platforms in Europe, launching a number of broadcast channels and video-on-demand services. He is the key driver of the rapid growth of Video Solutions AG's VOD platform wedotv, and his work around the unique tech innovations that drives the platform. In conversation with Philipp, we take a deep dive into wedotv, looking at AVOD, content strategy, distribution and in particular, FAST. Founded in 2018, wedotv was launched as a pure AVOD platform, but since the growth of FAST in the US they have branched into this rapidly developing space with a focus on factual entertainment and movie channels. Although AVOD still contributes to between 80 and 90% of wedotv's revenue, Philipp takes us through the key opportunity that FAST is playing in their growth as a business in their major markets and territories in Europe. With the growth of FAST, distribution opportunities are becoming more challenging and selective, but unlike many other FAST vendors, wedotv are taking an innovative approach to its distribution strategy by utilising cable viewers in Germany. Other than helping them connect their FAST channels with the biggest audience possible, Philipp also explains how this has helped them to monetise their effectively and the role that advertising plays. Here is a breakdown of the topics discussed in the episode: An overview of wedotv's FAST channel and AVOD strategy Wedotv's key markets for growth in Europe The value of opportunity in AVOD and FAST How wedotv are innovating with its FAST distribution strategy by delivering channels to cable-viewers Key challenges around monetisation of FAST channels, and potential solutions The future of FAST in Europe How Free TV will respond to the growth of FAST We hope you enjoy this insightful episode! Stay in the loop: Visit our Website: https://www.3vision.tv Follow us on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3vision Follow us on Twitter: @3Vision

On this episode of Inside Content, Toby Russell is joined by Valerio Motti VP FAST Channels at Fremantle, one of the world's largest and most successful creators, producers and distributors of Entertainment, Drama & Film and Documentaries. At Fremantle, Valerio is primarily responsible for developing and managing the strategy for their Free Ad-supported Streaming TV business. Valerio most recently worked as EVP EMEA & LATAM, Business Development, Strategy and Global Head of Streaming at ShortsTV, where he led the international launch of all new FAST channels and OTT services on all major CTV and OTT platforms. We get a detailed look at Fremantle's FAST channel strategy, the secrets to success in the FAST space, including overcoming challenges such as monetisation, and what the market will look like in Europe in the coming years. They discuss the importance of having high-quality content over quantity when creating a FAST channel and how this plays a vital role in the evolution of the content distribution business. They also weigh up the opportunities and obstacles of single IP and genre channels, examining the key differences in launching to audiences and growing and monetising them. Here is a breakdown of the topics discussed in the episode: An overview of Fremantle's FAST channel strategy The secrets to success in the FAST space The value of single IP channels Whether particular genres of content are better suited to FAST How on-demand and AVOD fit into FAST propositions What the key challenges are around monetisation The future of FAST in the European market compared to the US market How the FAST market will develop in the next 2-3 years Listen now! Stay in the loop: 3Vision Website: https://www.3vision.tv 3Vision Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3vision 3Vision Twitter: @3Vision

In 2013, e-commerce platform Shift set out with one simple mission: to make car sales and purchases a seamless experience. The company began accelerating in late 2015 before they went public in 2020, and last year recorded revenues of 630M USD, selling vehicles in all 50 US states. Co-Founder Toby Russell joined Adam to share a few insights from their journey:   Keep it simple. When scaling, don't try to do too much at once. Make your mission matter. Will your idea have an impact on people's everyday lives? A little humility goes a long way. Trust in your team instead of doing everything yourself.

Free ad-supported television (FAST) is currently one of the most rapidly-growing spaces in the TV and streaming industry. Initially, FAST was seen as an opportunity to monetise lower-value content that had already been exhausted in multiple windows. Now, more and more are realising the potential of FAST as a lucrative revenue stream, as it grows with an increasing amount of high-value branded, and even original content. In this special episode of Inside Content introduced by our EVP Jack Davison, we take a deep dive into the FAST space and revisit some of the interesting conversations we've had with recent guests about what they're doing with FAST channels and how they are riding the wave. Toby Russell, CEO of 3Vision speaks with Gary Woolf, EVP of Strategic Development of distributor All3Media about the power of FAST in the content market, single IP channels and FAST channel distribution. Gary details the importance of establishing clarity between windowing opportunities in premium SVOD and FAST, and how to curate content on FAST that differentiates itself and tap into those VOD-first viewers who no longer view linear TV. We then revisit recent guest Dan Fahy, SVP of Streaming at Paramount UK who speaks to 3Vision Director Hayley Bull about their FAST AVOD service Pluto. Dan describes how Pluto has become the leading FAST service in the US, harnessing the gap in the market created by the absence of free TV in North America, and how they plan to enter the more complex UK market. Lastly, we look back on 3Vison COO Jonathan Nickell's conversation with Richard Jakeman European Head of Business Development at Samsung to discuss how to get a FAST channel on their Samsung TV platform and the rising importance of quality technology in accompanying quality content. Here is a breakdown of the topics discussed in the episode: All3Media on the role of different stakeholders, platforms and gateways in the delivery of FAST channels in the US market All3Media on the smart curation of content for FAST channels All3Media on the opportunity FAST provides to monetising content across multiple windows Paramount UK on the importance of FAST platform Pluto to their overall business Paramount UK on how they plan to maximise Pluto in the UK market Samsung on how to get a FAST channel on their platform Samsung on their partnership with ITV Listen now! Download our latest insight: A New Studio D2C Partnering Model - Paramount+ launches with Sky Stay in the loop: 3Vision Website: https://www.3vision.tv 3Vision Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3vision 3Vision Twitter: @3Vision

On this episode, Toby Russell is joined by Philippe Maigret, President of ITV Studios America. Maigret manages the Studios' U.S scripted TV studio operations, oversees the company's U.S. joint-ventures and growth strategy across all platforms, and advises on ITV Studios' worldwide scripted programming strategy. He also serves as executive producer for ‘Franklin' (Apple TV+), which is produced by ITV Studios America. Prior to joining ITV Studios America in 2015, Maigret served as CEO of Endemol Studios, where he launched and managed Endemol's scripted television studio operations and acquisitions in North America. Maigret's additional production credits include Kingdom (Executive Producer), The Young Americans (Executive Producer) and Boiling Point (Co‐Executive Producer). Maigret currently sits on the board of the Hollywood Radio & TV Society and serves as President of the HRTS Foundation. We start off with an overview of ITV Studios America's impressive growth – from providing US-produced scripted content for an American cable audience to building strong international revenue through successful global franchises. Philippe discusses some of their most successful exports – including ‘Snowpiercer' and ‘Physical', and the importance of supporting the visions of creative partners to achieve a diverse portfolio of shows, guaranteeing multiple season orders and international viewership. Philippe also explains his process in scouting production talent and forming strong co-production relationships to deliver varied, resilient content as an independent studio, giving them the flexibility to sell across the whole of the US TV buyer market. Overview of this episode: Intro to ITV Studios America The integrated network studio model - Production successes through co-development and creative partnerships with a focus on creating quality content How ITV America are selling across the US TV buyer market The future of rights ownership and commissions in a global streaming environment Building a global streaming audience Upcoming projects for the studio Listen now! Download our latest insight: A New Studio D2C Partnering Model - Paramount+ launches with Sky Stay in the loop: 3Vision Website: https://www.3vision.tv 3Vision Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3vision 3Vision Twitter: @3Vision

One-man kung fu film encyclopedia Toby Russell makes a welcome return to talk to Clive, Darren and Nick about his adventures making Mafia Vs. Ninja in Taiwan. This includes choice nuggets on Kam Kong's American accent, the antics of Tong Lung and whatever happened to Robert Tai's dog ?

Throughout the Transform It Forward podcast series, Paul has chatted with experts from a wide variety of industries including events, technology and real estate. Now, it's time to take a step back and connect the dots. For the next few episodes in the series, Paul will be taking a look back at some key clips from past interviews that share common elements or discuss similar industries. In this episode, he takes a look at the transportation industry and how it's evolved in recent years thanks to new and innovative technologies. Paul looks back at past interviews with Jason Gross, the Vice President of Mobile at Curb, Michael Nalepka, the General Manager of VideoProtects at J.J. Keller, and Toby Russell, the Co-Founder, Board-Director and Strategic Advisor at Shift, drawing key themes from each of these conversations. The episode explores how the transportation industry has changed in recent years, the factors that have driven its transformation and where it could be headed next. Interested in learning more about the show? Check out our website: https://www.transformitforward.com/

With ever-shifting content demands, the rise of competition in the streaming space and the distribution market seeing vertical integration on the rise, how can you maintain a competitive edge? In this episode, Toby Russell is joined by Nick Percy, President, Global markets for BBC Studios to discuss the current changes in global demand for content, the growth of the ‘sell-to-self' strategy and how the BBC is approaching these market challenges. Based in London, Nick is responsible for the strategy and performance of all BBC Studios distribution activities across Global Markets territories including content sales and co-production, branded services and commercial ancillaries. Global Markets was formed in January 2022 consolidating EMEA and APAC distribution regions into a single unified business. It is one of BBC Studios' three regional distribution businesses alongside the Americas and the UK. Nick has held a number of roles in BBC Studios since 2010, including EVP for the EMEA region, EVP Western Europe, VP and GM for Central and Eastern Europe, Director of Business Development & Digital for Global Markets, and Head of Strategy. He has been commercial co-lead on some of the biggest global content licensing deals negotiated by BBC Studios. In discussion with Toby, Nick delves into how BBC Studios is positioning itself in the current market, and how they are tackling the current challenges that the world of content and distribution Is throwing at traditional broadcasters. Nick talks about their work with Britbox, the benefits of having multiple routes to market, the opportunities arising from Studio SVODs and how collaboration is still and will always be at the heart of the BBC's strategy. Here is a breakdown of the topics discussed in the episode: Where BBC Studios seeing the most growth and demand How BBC Studios balances the competing priorities bought on by working with global streamers and running their own direct-to-consumer activity though Britbox How studio-owned services increase in vertical integration has affected BBC Studios relationship with the content distribution market The importance of businesses with local single territory broadcasters and streamers Diversification of co-production and cooperation partners BBC Studios' strategy with the rapidly growing AVOD and FAST channel space The upcoming content that BBC Studio's has coming up in the rest of 2022 Listen now. 3Vision Website: https://www.3vision.tv 3Vision Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3vision 3Vision Twitter: @3Vision

How do you successfully launch a FAST channel? What are the key elements for audience acquisition through content? And how are streamers, services and channels making their mark in a sea of competition? In this episode, Toby Russell is joined by Gary Woolf, EVP of Strategic Development at All3Media International, a full-service content distribution business, to discuss the alternative approach that All3Media is taking to licensing, distributing and promoting content. As a major leader in All3Media's strategic development, Gary has extensive knowledge of content rights and the opportunities that the digital space of distribution holds for many TV industry organisations. Unlike traditional methods of content distribution, Gary discusses how he has implemented a ‘full-service' distribution model at All3Media. This involves supporting platforms beyond the acquisition stage and providing them with ways to best position their content all year round, to boost viewership and help audiences discover the content they're searching for. Gary's fresh insight into the distribution environment highlights the increasing demand from viewers for the unique, low-hassle experience which is underpinning the rise of strategic marketing and AI in the TV promotion space. Seizing the opportunity in the FAST space in 2019, Gary discusses with Toby the key elements of launching a FAST channel, such as their ‘SoReal' channel, now on Roku, and how to successfully give value to viewers. Toby and Gary also discuss their predictions for the upcoming developments in the D2C space as more and more join the FAST and AVOD streaming model. Here is a breakdown of the topics discussed in the episode: The main focus for All3Media in the AVOD and FAST space and how they see this market evolving The role of different stakeholders, platforms and gateways in the delivery of FAST channels The future of AVOD and FAST content including exclusive originals and FTV FAST content How All3Media is approaching the D2C space All3Media's outlook for scripted content Listen now. 3Vision Website: https://www.3vision.tv 3Vision Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3vision 3Vision Twitter: @3Vision

The most effective industry disruptions are born from an unmet consumer need. Without a firm grasp on the needs, desires and problems of their customer, companies will fail to innovate in their industry. In this episode, Paul sits down with a guest who has an intimate awareness of this because he's witnessed it throughout his own career. Toby Russell is the Co-Founder, Board-Director and Strategic Advisor at Shift, a company that's on a mission to simplify the process of buying used cars. During the episode, he shares his take on the key ingredients of a successful industry disruption and why some innovations stick, while others don't. He also shares his top predictions for the auto industry in the coming years.Interested in learning more about the show? Check out our website: https://www.transformitforward.com/

In this episode, Toby Russell is joined by Tassilo Raesig, CEO of Joyn, a cross-provider streaming platform based in Germany. As one of the founding members of Joyn, Tassilo has been a significant player in building Joyn into the truly unique platform it is today, as they aim to disrupt the landscape through investing in the power of local content, providing their consumers with an unparalleled experience. With extensive experience working across various areas of the business such as engineering, product and marketing and with a close focus on content acquisition and procurement, Tassilo has scaled Joyn's product offering into an enormously profitable model that puts entertainment needs of the post-pandemic consumer at its focus. Built as an AVOD / SVOD hybrid, Tassilo discusses how Joyn has honed in on both the power of free and paid content simultaneously as well as understanding the demand for linear TV and FAST in response to consumer's choice paralysis. Here is a breakdown of the topics discussed in the episode: Joyn's proposition in the German market The balance between local originals, US and other international acquisitions and content from the channels Joyn carries and how this is evolving evolving How important linear TV is to Joyn's service The importance of distribution via partners for long-term strategy How AVOD and SVOD models work together with Joyn and Joyn Premium The most exciting upcoming content on the Joyn platform Tassilo's thoughts on RTL's plan to enhance RTL+ with music from Deezer, podcasts, magazines and audiobooks 3Vision Website: https://www.3vision.tv 3Vision Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3vision 3Vision Twitter: @3Vision

In a startup, absolutely nothing happens unless you make it happen.That is what makes managing a startup an uphill task. It requires a strong culture and a leadership team that knows what to prioritize.That's because as the company grows in size and revenue its priorities also evolve. For instance, to create a superior product and remain competitive, there is a need to hire more specialists to replace the generalist talent.These challenges aren't specific to companies that are building new innovative products from scratch. Companies that are also working on digitally transforming existing industries also have to overcome them.In this episode, the second part out of two, Ed Bernardon interviews Toby Russell, founder and former CEO of Shift. He'll share with us what it takes, in terms of structure and culture, to build a successful company. He'll also share with us his views on the future of buying and selling used cars.Some Questions I Ask:How do you choose the areas to add more resources? (03:04)What inspired you early on in your career? (10:07)What's the most interesting thing that you encountered being a deputy press secretary? (12:52)How did you balance family life and startup life? (20:54)What retail marketplace out there is prime for this kind of revolution? (34:50)What You'll Learn in this Episode:Talent and staff distribution at Shift (01:28)How a team evolves as the company grows (06:13)The biggest challenge that Toby faced while building Shift (25:55)The impact of Shift's ‘no interruption' culture (26:50)How it's going to be like to buy and sell a car 20 years from now (31:32)Connect with Toby: LinkedInShiftConnect with Ed Bernardon:LinkedInFuture Car: Driving a Lifestyle RevolutionMotorsports is speeding the way to safer urban mobilitySiemens Digital Industries Software Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

For most people buying a used car is an unpleasant experience that they only go through because they have to.All the haggling and sometimes ‘clever' misrepresentation of the vehicle's value add up to create a bad experience. And buying a new car isn't a great experience either, especially when you consider the drastic depreciation right after driving off the parking lot.None of the two happens because it's impossible to get value for money when buying a car. It happens because the murky process benefits the salespeople involved by allowing them to take advantage of their customers.In this episode, the first part out of two, Ed Bernardon interviews Toby Russell, founder and former CEO of Shift. He'll share with us how his company creates a great customer experience in the used car market. He'll also share with us how the ‘customer forward approach' helped them in creating a successful business.Some Questions I Ask:Was there a personal experience that made you want to start Shift? (05:10)What are the secrets and pitfalls behind new car buying and selling? (09:45)Have you ever rejected a car because it didn't meet Shift standards? (20:00)What do you mean by “working back from the customer”? (27:16)What in Shift shows the customer forward approach? (30:34)What You'll Learn in this Episode:The ideal used car qualities (13:30)Qualities of cars that can be classified under Shift Value and Shift Certified (15:01)The optimal used car that gives the best value for money (17:45)What inspired Shift to introduce car financing (24:35)What it took to create a great car buying experience (32:06)Connect with Toby: LinkedInShiftConnect with Ed Bernardon:LinkedInFuture Car: Driving a Lifestyle RevolutionMotorsports is speeding the way to safer urban mobilitySiemens Digital Industries Software Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

How important are formats for BBC Studio's content strategy? What exactly is the process to find a successful format? What does the BBC look for when selling a specific format globally? André discusses all of this in this exclusive episode with our CEO Toby Russell in Inside Content. André Renaud is Senior Vice President of Global Format Sales for BBC Studios, leading all commercial sales and strategic activities for formats globally, outside of owned and invested production companies. Based in London, André joined BBC Studios in January 2017, to manage all lines of business in Italy & Iberia before taking on additional responsibilities for format sales in Western Europe. In his current role, he works closely with partners to licence and localise formats such as Dancing with the Stars, The Great Bake Off and Doctor Foster and leads a dedicated format sales team across BBC Studios offices around the world including London, Miami and Sao Paulo. He has overseen the licensing of Dancing with the Stars to its 60th territory of Mongolia, Bake Off into new countries such as Kenya and Slovakia, and Weakest Link to Russia, Greece and the Netherlands. Prior to these roles, André worked at ITV Studios for 12 years, managing content and format sales across various regions in EMEA as well as format production partnerships, bringing format brands like Come Dine with Me to Belgium and South Africa, and Hell's Kitchen to Italy. Here is breakdown of the topics discussed in this episode: [1:55] BBC Studios formats business [5:08] Process of finding a successful format [7:14] Growth of Formats for BBC Studios [15:39] Creative relationship between regions and producers of formatted shows [18:48] Partnering with streamers [22:32] How localised content and formats can travel globally [25:58] Formula for a successful format FREE webinar on-demand ‘The D2C Streaming Wars: Disney, Netflix, Amazon and Beyond': https://info.3vision.tv/d2c-streaming-wars-webinar 3Vision Website: https://www.3vision.tv 3Vision LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3vision 3Vision Twitter: @3Vision

In this episode of the Americas Series, David Yakobovitch speaks to Toby Russell, co-CEO of Shift Technologies about disrupting the used car market!Specifically, they cover: In the digital era, convenience is key. Consumers want to browse, shop, and pay for items like coffee, clothes without friction. Toby discusses how Embedded FinTech allows customers to finance their cars, get prequalified for a loan, select and purchase an auto loan, and even buy vehicle protection plans and gap insurance without leaving their app. He'll also dive into how embedded fintech will transform industries and why more brands should take the Embedded FinTech approach. One of the largest areas of the consumer sector is a haggle system that actively discriminates. Toby speaks about how incorporating ML and a financial stack into an eCommerce platform is standardizing industry pricing, allowing more people to access real-time crediting decisions, and how embedded payments open up auto purchases to more people.  As payments become more digital both online and offline, Embedded Finance will become a new business model for sellers. This will accelerate in a Web3 environment.  Conclusion:  As a retailer - evaluate your business model.As a finance company- evaluate your Tech. As a consumer - expect better.

The one-and-only Toby Russell join one-and-only Nick Sheehan and dime-a-dozen Darren and Clive to discuss the various iterations of Robert Tai's wacked-out low-budget epic, NINJA THE FINAL DUEL. Musical outro: We Are Ninja by Frank Chickens

How has the TV distribution market evolved? Cathy discusses how the growth of D2C and AVOD are key focuses and opportunities for the business. Cathy speaks with Toby Russell, CEO of 3Vision on a wide range of topics including their upcoming slate and the recent Endemol Shine acquisition. Cathy Payne serves as Chief Executive of Banijay Rights, setting and executing the business' global distribution strategy for Banijay's burgeoning catalogue of 110,000+ hours, which includes landmark brands, Survivor, Big Brother, MasterChef, Temptation Island, Peaky Blinders, Black Mirror, and many more.N.B this episode was recorded prior to MIPCOM. Here is a breakdown of the topics discussed in this episode: [2:40] Banijay Rights and Endemol Shine's catalogue and the merger [4:41] Is your content coming from in-house or third parties, what is the percentage split? [8:00] How has the TV distribution market changed in relation to rights, exclusivity, new services and windows? [9:44] Does Banijay Rights see the new shift to D2C and vertical integration as an opportunity for the business? [14:13] How important is IP retention to Banijay Rights? [15:21] How do you see the TV distribution market changing in the next five years and do you think more consolidation will happen? [17:51] Is AVOD and FAST a key opportunity for Banijay Rights? [21:48] What are the key challenges of the AVOD market? FREE webinar on-demand ‘The D2C Streaming Wars: Disney, Netflix, Amazon and Beyond': https://info.3vision.tv/d2c-streaming-wars-webinar 3Vision Website: https://www.3vision.tv 3Vision Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3vision 3Vision Twitter: @3Vision

Is collaboration the key to success for independent studios and entrepreneurs? Gary Marenzi discusses the benefits of a hybrid model with global streamers and local broadcasters. Gary speaks with Toby Russell, CEO of 3Vision on a wide range of topics currently impacting the TV industry. These include the evolution of content acquisition rights, AVOD, the Amazon and MGM merger and how the D2C approach by studios is an opportunity for the independents. Gary Marenzi is the founder and CEO of Marenzi & Associates, which provides creative collaboration, strategic management advice and implementation for the media and entertainment industry. Prior to this, Gary held senior executive positions at ENDEAVOR CONTENT, MGM and Paramount Pictures. Here is a breakdown of the topics discussed in this episode: [04:20] How important is collaboration for independent players? [06:02] What are the benefits of working with a global streamer? [06:32] What is the upside of co-production deals with local broadcasters and players? [10:15] How are TV content acquisition rights evolving? [11:39] How difficult is to achieve second windows with other SVODs? [16:52] What were the learnings you took from working at Endeavour in relation to packaging high level global dramas? [19:27] How have output deals changed? [21:03] Do you see the D2C approach taken by studios as an opportunity for independents? [22:35] What is the development market like at the moment? [26:36] What are your thoughts on the Amazon and MGM merger? [29:46] What is the future for AVOD and FAST? Resources: 3Vision Webinar: ‘The D2C Streaming Wars: Disney, Netflix, Amazon and Beyond' on 7 October at 16:00 BST https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5816322514564/WN_D3S7D_eLTTis6XOfq9dnvA 3Vision Website: https://www.3vision.tv 3Vision Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3vision 3Vision Twitter: @3Vision

Toby Russell, CEO of Shift.com/ Looking for its first major hub off the West Coast, digital auto retailer Shift.com is expanding into Texas with new operations in Austin and San Antonio. Shift saw this area as a major tech hub and a region filled with early technology adopters, ripe for digital disruption in the used vehicle buying/selling marketplace.

This episode was produced remotely using the ListenDeck standardized audio production system.  If you're looking to upgrade or jumpstart your podcast production please visit www.listendeck.com.  You can subscribe to this podcast and stay up to date on all the stories here on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify, Amazon and iHeartRadio. In this episode the host John Siracusa chats remotely with Toby Russell, Co-founder & Co-CEO of Shift. Shift is a public company that is an online marketplace for buying and selling used cars.   Tune in and Listen. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Google , Stitcher, Spotify, Amazon and iHeartRadio to hear Thursdays Sean Salas from Camino Financial. About the host:   John, is the host of the  ‘Bank On It' podcast recorded onsite in Wall Street at OpenFin and the founder of the remotely recorded, studio quality standardized podcast production system ListenDeck.   Follow John on LinkedIn, Twitter, Medium

This episode was produced remotely using the ListenDeck standardized audio production system.  If you're looking to upgrade or jumpstart your podcast production please visit www.listendeck.com.  You can subscribe to this podcast and stay up to date on all the stories here on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify, Amazon and iHeartRadio. In this episode the host John Siracusa chats remotely with Greg King, Founder & CEO of REX Shares / Osprey Funds. REX Shares creates and delivers intelligently engineered exchange-traded products & Osprey Funds provides solutions to digital asset investing.  Greg is a serial fintech entrepreneur with an exit from a previous company called VelocityShares.     Tune in and Listen. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Google , Stitcher, Spotify, Amazon and iHeartRadio to hear next Tuesdays interview with Toby Russell from Shift. About the host:   John, is the host of the  ‘Bank On It' podcast recorded onsite in Wall Street at OpenFin and the founder of the remotely recorded, studio quality standardized podcast production system ListenDeck.   Follow John on LinkedIn, Twitter, Medium

What is StarzPlay's ‘partner-first' approach? Darren discusses the importance of working collaboratively and their different business models. Toby Russell, CEO of 3Vision sits down with Darren Nielson, SVP of Starz to discuss StarzPlay's positioning in the market, their relationship with parent company Lionsgate and the need for streaming video aggregators. Darren Nielson is the SVP of Business Development at Starz. He has been responsible for launching StarzPlay in over 30 countries, including building dozens of distribution partnerships across global OTT platforms, local telcos and retail partners. Here is a breakdown of the topics discussed in this episode: [01:33] What is StarzPlay's content curation strategy? [07:07] What is StarzPlay's partner distribution approach? [13:15] What are the different partnership business models that StarzPlay offers? [14:00] What is your managed service approach for partners? [15:52] Do you have access to partners data? [17:40] Do you think there is a need for streaming video aggregators in the market? [19:55] Can you tell us about Starz relationship with Lionsgate? How important is that in-house content relationship? [25:17] There is a lot of consolidation happening in the industry such as the Amazon and MGM merger - will this impact your strategy? [28:00] What shows have you got coming up that you are excited about? Resources: Future of TV Webinar: https://www.3vision.tv/news-insights/free-webinar-the-future-of-tv 3Vision Website: https://www.3vision.tv 3Vision Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3vision 3Vision Twitter: @3Vision

Toby Russell, the Founder and Co-CEO of Shift, is driving transformation in a market that has long been associated with terrible customer experiences and a low level of trust:the used-car sales market. Despite warnings that you needed a miracle to scale a car-sales business, Russel founded Shift with a philosophy that exceptional customer experience could make a difference. On this episode of Business X factors, he reveals how Shift has found a way to radically improve experiences in buying used-cars, the lessons he learned from his previous venture, and the challenges he met on the road to offer a seamless, hassle-free purchasing experience for customers.   Main Takeaways:  Poor customer experience = opportunity: When a buying experience is terrible, there's a strong chance that consumers are hungry for something new and different. Work back from what customers need and look for gaps. Examine the customer's end-to-end experience and design a system that delivers everything the customer needs. Customer experience as priority No. 1.: In many businesses, customers or product quality are sacrificed in deference to the bottom line. This alienates current customers and puts you at odds with prospective customers before they even walk through your door. Happy customers - the kind that will return and recommend you to others - are customers that feel confident in their purchase. Take out the guesswork for your customer, provide them with a high-quality product at a fair price that they can trust.  When changing a massive industry, find ways to differentiate yourself: Making waves in an established industry - especially one with a bad reputation - is no easy task. To avoid getting seen in the same light, find ways to stand out. For Shift, this meant not only committing to providing a great customer experience, but also getting creative with how consumers could engage with the company (i.e. online).---Business X factors is produced by Mission.org and brought to you by Hyland. For over a decade, Hyland has been named a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Content Services Platforms, leading the way to help people get the information they need when and where they need it. More than half of 2019 Fortune 100 companies rely on Hyland to help them create more meaningful connections with the people they serve. When your focus is on the people you serve, Hyland stands behind you. Hyland is your X factor for better performance. Go to Hyland.com/insights to learn more.

What is SVT's digital first approach? The highly innovative Swedish and Nordic market is leading the way in many trends, Stephen Mowbray discusses the importance of SVT play and how they plan to release big TV shows in box-set format each week. Stephen talks with our CEO Toby Russell on a wide range of topics including their European acquisition strategy, the SVOD market, Netflix and audience consumption habits in Sweden. Stephen Mowbray is Head of Acquisitions at SVT. He has been with the Swedish public broadcaster for 13 years, driving strategy and negotiating major deals and packages. Here is a break down of the topics discussed in this episode: - [1.31] About SVT, (The BBC of Sweden) - [3.03] How is SVT Play performing in comparison to your linear channels? - [3:50] How is SVT localising TV content for its audiences. Are there any key genres you are focusing on? - [5.19] What are the key markets you acquire TV content from? How important is US content? - [7:04] SVT digital first approach and box-setting - [9:30] How has Netflix impacted TV audience consumption habits in Sweden? - [11:18] Will linear TV become less relevant in the Swedish and Nordic market? - [13:01] The SVOD market in Sweden is already saturated, do you see further growth in this area? - [18:14] Why do you think Dublin Murders performed so well? - [21:39] Can you tell us more about your digital first TV strategy for the summer? - [24.58] How has Covid-19 impacted SVT's content acquisition strategy, how you select content and also timeframes? Resources: 3Vision Website: https://www.3vision.tv Super Aggregator of TV Content White Paper - https://www.3vision.tv/news-insights/super-aggregators-of-tv-content 3Vision Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3vision 3Vision Twitter: @3Vision

In this episode our CEO Toby Russell caught up with Peter Andrews, Head of Network Programming - Television and Online, SBS Australia. Peter talks us through the competitive Australian TV market, their content strategy and acquisition plan and the innovative SBS On-demand service.

In this episode our CEO Toby Russell caught up with Jamie Lynn, EVP Co-production & Distribution EMEA at Fremantle. As well as giving us the insider view on the evolution of Fremantle's production and distribution business Jamie reveals how the deal to produce the high profile COVID drama 'This Spectred Isle with was put together with Sky in the UK.

This episode our CEO Toby Russell managed to catch up with Barry Chamberlain before he leaves ViacomCBS after 21 successful and eventful years. They discuss how COVID has impacted international TV sales while building a new combined sales team, the ViacomCBS licensing strategy as Paramount+ launches and Barry explains the concept of “parachute programming”.

This episode our CEO Toby Russell speaks with Matt Creasey, EVP of Banijay Rights. They discuss the recent Endemol Shine acquisition, how they have reacted to COVID19, insights into the premium drama co-production space and how global streamer like Apple are open for business. They also explore the growing opportunities in AVOD.

This week our CEO Toby Russell speaks with Christian Kurz, SVP Global Consumer Insights at ViacomCBS. Christian provides amazing research on how COVID19 has impacted viewing trends and how VIacomCBS see the evolution of the content world.

This episode our CEO Toby Russell sits down with Jeff Cooke, VP Programming at Starz. They discuss how Jeff and the team have worked with their parent Lionsgate and distribution partners to acquire stand-out content for their SVOD service StarzPlay and successfully launch across key Western European and Latin American markets, with many more to come. Alongside the Starz Originals, get the inside story behind the acquisitions of some of StarzPlay's marquee titles including Normal People (Endeavor) and The Act (NBCU) as well as the opportunities they continue to seize on a local level, such as Killing Eve in Germany. They also discuss how Starz Play has secured rights to the iconic series Mad Men in an innovative new non-exclusive licensing agreement which will see the show also appear on Amazon/IMDB TV and AMC and StarzPlay. To see the latest titles from StarzPlay in your territory head over to StarzPlay.com Reach out to Jeff via email at jeff.cooke@starz.com Reach out to us at 3Vision.tv

Toby Russell is Co-CEO of Shift, the platform to make buying and selling cars fun, fair, and accessible to everyone. Previously, he was Managing Vice President of Digital at Capital One, where he led the bank's technology transformation, including building the mobile capabilities that are now driving the majority of Capital One's new customers. In 2007 Toby co-founded Taxi Magic, the first on-demand mobile transportation booking technology. He's also led a $12 billion renewable energy and efficiency investment program for the US Department of Energy and has been a Project Leader at the Boston Consulting Group. He has a Doctorate from Oxford University.

In the road test segment of the program hosts Jack Nerad and Chris Teague look at the Volkswagen Jetta and the Cadillac XT4. The Jetta brings a premium feel compact sedan segment that also includes the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, and the Nissan Sentra. The XT4 is a small crossover SUV that competes against the Lincoln Corsair and the Lexus NX 300. After Chris and Jack answer some questions from listeners, Jack does a detailed interview with Toby Russell, the co-CEO of Shift.com. Shift is an online used-car retailer than allows consumers to buy vehicles without ever visiting a dealership of talking to a car salesman. Though Shift is primarily a West Coast company consumers from all 50 states can by a car from Shift to forego the traditional process. 2020 Volkswagen Jetta SEL Premium slideshow 2020 Cadillac XT4 Sport slideshow

It was awesome to meet with the great Toby Russell for the very first episode of the Kung Fu Movie Guide Podcast, as Toby is pretty much the perfect guest to have on our debut show. A writer, director, actor and producer, Toby is the son of legendary British filmmaker Ken Russell and is probably the most knowledgeable person in the world on the subject of kung fu movies. We talk to Toby about his first experiences on a movie set - working with The Who on his father's film, 'Tommy' (1975) - and discuss Ken Russell's attempts to make his own kung fu movie. We discuss his youth in London, during which he convinced Sebastian Faulks to take his class to watch 'Snuff Bottle Connection', being told off by Tsui Hark, hanging out with Jackie Chan, and why ninja star Alexander Lo thinks kung fu movies are stupid. We also try and work out whether his new film, 'White Tiger' (aka 'Death Fighter'), will ever be released.LINKSToby Russell on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0751481/Eastern Heroes shop: https://easternheroes.com/ Eastern Heroes on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EasternHeroes/'Snuff Bottle Connection' review on Kung Fu Movie Guide: https://kungfumovieguide.com/snuff-bottle-connection/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.