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James Manning

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James Manning
James has had a long and sometimes distinguished career working in the magazine industry, having written and edited a number of music publications in his native Melbourne, before starting the Australian edition of British “pop music bible” Smash Hits in 1984. He ran the title successfully for over a decade before moving on to edit other publications and later run a successful photo agency. In 1999 he took over as publisher and editor of Mediaweek.
10’s Rod Prosser telling advertisers about 10’s big data deal, and its date
Business

10’s Rod Prosser telling advertisers about 10’s big data deal, and its date

"The great thing about our data strategy is that it is not burdened by legacy."

by James ManningMay 28, 2019

ARIA Chart Report: Lil Nas X returns to #1 after Ed & Justin surrender top spot
Entertainment

ARIA Chart Report: Lil Nas X returns to #1 after Ed & Justin surrender top spot

• Albums: Conrad Sewell at #1, best of six new albums to go top 10

by James ManningMay 27, 2019

The TV doctor is back: David Castran and the return of Q-scores
Business

The TV doctor is back: David Castran and the return of Q-scores

• Initial research indicates prescription needed to overhaul news

by James ManningMay 27, 2019

TV Ratings May 26: The Voice cracks 1m again
TV Ratings Analysis

TV Ratings May 26: The Voice cracks 1m again

• Arrival of Shetland gives ABC three programs in top 10

by James ManningMay 27, 2019

TV Week 21: Seven overcomes slow start again to win week
TV Ratings Analysis

TV Week 21: Seven overcomes slow start again to win week

• The Voice keeps Nine in front early, 10’s second best survey share

by James ManningMay 27, 2019

TV Ratings May 23: MasterChef #1, Blanche d’Alpuget on ABC, The Bar 500k+
Television

TV Ratings May 23: MasterChef #1, Blanche d’Alpuget on ABC, The Bar 500k+

• Blanche d’Alpuget interview with Leigh Sales a 7.30 highlight

by James ManningMay 24, 2019

TV Ratings May 21: The Voice #1 despite slipping
TV Ratings Analysis

TV Ratings May 21: The Voice #1 despite slipping

• Dr Karl a ratings magnet as SBS challenges in the 7.30pm slot

by James ManningMay 22, 2019

Old school announcer: The smooth sounds of Sydney’s Bogart Torelli
News

Old school announcer: The smooth sounds of Sydney’s Bogart Torelli

“The success at smoothfm is partly about staying true to the format”

by James ManningMay 22, 2019

Sports Week: A-League, Optus WWC team, Crocmedia, French Open
Sports

Sports Week: A-League, Optus WWC team, Crocmedia, French Open

• Optus Sport is the only place to watch all 52 matches of the FIFA Women’s World Cup tournament live

by James ManningMay 21, 2019

smoothfm anniversary: Melbourne’s Mike Perso on staying the course
Radio

smoothfm anniversary: Melbourne’s Mike Perso on staying the course

• “Our listeners give us a lot more credit than many radio people have”

by James ManningMay 21, 2019

TV Ratings May 20: The Voice #1 + House Rules tops MasterChef
TV Ratings Analysis

TV Ratings May 20: The Voice #1 + House Rules tops MasterChef

• Blokes dodge a TV bullet again as sixth woman departs MasterChef

by James ManningMay 21, 2019

ARIA Charts: The ultimate hit-making combo Ed & Justin top the chart
Entertainment

ARIA Charts: The ultimate hit-making combo Ed & Justin top the chart

• Albums: New Lee Kernaghan at #3, David Campbell into top 10

by James ManningMay 20, 2019

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