New LiSTNR podcast lifts the lid on reality TV’s manipulative music machine
LiSTNR has released a documentary podcast, The Moment It Changed: Touchdown, examining the inner workings of Australian TV music talent shows including Popstars, Australian Idol, and The Voice.
The series explores the tactics used to shape public perception and drive ratings, often at the expense of contestants.
From side-hustle to Webby-winning juggernaut: Podcasters Toni & Ryan reveal the secret behind their success
Melbourne-based podcasting duo Toni Lodge and Ryan Jon Dunn scooped the coveted People’s Voice Award at the 29th Annual Webby Awards in New York City, an honour that places them among global digital media elite.
Their independently-created podcast, Toni & Ryan, triumphed in the highly competitive category, winning over global audiences and, crucially, the fans who cast the votes.
2GB’s Mark Levy on taking the mic and holding the line
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In the cutthroat world of talk radio, authenticity is currency, and Mark Levy’s got it in spades.
As the new voice of 2GB’s powerhouse morning slot, following in the footsteps of broadcasting titan Ray Hadley, Levy knows exactly what he’s stepped into. But as he tells Mediaweek Australia in the debut episode of the Newsmakers podcast, he’’s not looking to fill anyone’s shoes, he’s making his own tracks.
You can listen to the full chat with Mark here:
Authenticity over algorithms: Tiff Ng, founder of The Social Story, on the shifting social landscape
When Tiff Ng, founder of social media agency The Social Story, walked away from Mediaweek’s Next of the Best awards last year with the Changemaker Award, she called the recognition “thrilling and so unexpected.”
The night itself, she said, was a whirlwind: “It was overwhelming in the best way. There was such great talent in our category. I got to meet people I admire, Emma from The Wiggles was there! It was a joy to celebrate with the industry and to leave with a trophy was the cherry on top.”
You can listen to the full chat with Tiff here:
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