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Behind the Mic with Mike E

Mike E
Radio
Matty Acton
Sydney
Maz Compton
Sobriety
Cancel Culture
Tanya Hennessy
Amanda Keller
Tiktok
The Daily Aus
Byron Bay
Pile On Podcast
Podcasting
Taylor Swift
Last Drinks
Dave Hughes
Kyle and Jackie O
Australian True Crime
Married At First Sight
ABC

Behind the Mic with Mike E (Mike Etheridge) is the podcast where Australia’s biggest podcast and audio creators reveal who they really are.

These aren’t promo interviews. They’re honest, relaxed and often surprisingly personal conversations about career pivots, pressure, ego, burnout, ambition, personal life, relationships and what it really takes to build an audience in audio today.

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Latest Episodes

Meshel Laurie pulls back the curtain on a career that has taken her from stand-up comedy and radio stardom to becoming the voice behind one of Australia's biggest podcasts, Australian True Crime.

In this episode of Behind the Mic, Meshel reflects o... more

Dave Hughes pulls back the curtain on life after daily radio and why stepping away made him realise just how much of the industry can be driven by ego.

One of Australia’s most recognisable comedians and media personalities, Hughesy has spent decade... more

Mitch Churi pulls back the curtain on what happens when success comes early — and how quickly life can change when the path you thought you were on suddenly shifts.

A broadcaster, podcast host and media personality, Mitch found fame at a young age,... more

Maz Compton pulls back th:(curtain on a career that has evolved across music television, radio, podcasting and now the growing sober movement. From her time on MTV Australia during the peak of music television culture to building a successful career ... more

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Recent Guests

Meshel Laurie
Comedian, broadcaster, podcast host; host of Australian True Crime
Australian True Crime
Episode: Meshel Laurie: True Crime, Buddhism and Brothels
Dave Hughes
Australian radio host, TV presenter, comedian
Various Australian media outlets (Nova, Glass House, Today FM)
Episode: Dave Hughes: Is He Right Wing? And Why Leaving Radio Changed Everything
Mitch Churi
Broadcaster, podcast host, media personality
Mitch Churi Chat Show
Episode: Mitch Churi: Fame, Setbacks and Reinventing Success
Maz Compton
Broadcaster, podcast host, former MTV VJ
Television and radio broadcasting
Episode: Maz Compton: Last Drinks 😞
Josh Szeps
Australian podcast voice known for Uncomfortable Conversations
Uncomfortable Conversations / Australian media
Episode: Josh Szeps: An Uncomfortable Conversation
Georgie Tunny
Journalist, broadcaster, podcaster
ABC; The Project; Two Good Sports
Episode: Georgie Tunny: Spotlight, Sport and a Very Public Life
Tanya Hennessy
Comedian, radio personality, podcast host
Episode: Tanya Hennessy: One Video Changed Everything
Tamin Sursok
Former child star, actress and podcaster known for The Shit Show
Episode: Tammin Sursok: Being Famous as a Child Was Traumatic
Glen James
Financial educator and entrepreneur who built a multimedia personal finance brand
Episode: Glen James: Money, Media and Building a Financial Empire

Host

Mike E
Host of Behind the Mic with Mike E; prominent Australian audio creator and broadcaster

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Not good

    I’ve only listened to one episode with Ben Fordham but I wasn’t impressed. The main issue is Mike doesn’t listen closely to the responses and asks things already answered. Ben was a kind guest and tried to reframe and help with his responses. Feedback for Mike - watch Letterman on Netflix and how he pauses and responds. Or listen to Karl Stefanovic’s podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    coolhandlukas
    Australia3 months ago
  • Great show

    Mike E is a very talented radio personality, I’ve been a fan since he started on the edge years ago.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maxrat90
    Australia3 months ago
  • Asks the questions I would.

    So Interesting this pod. Love that you ask different questions to the norm and definitely get to know the person. Amanda’s interview I felt such a connection with and loved the life lessons. I have learnt a lot about what you have had to put up with in your industry that I didn’t know also. Learning how to stay down to earth from the Mitchell Coombs interview I loved that. 🫶

    Cant wait for each Wednesday!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lissssseeeeeaa
    Australia3 months ago

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Listeners feel the host asks fresh, non-formulaic questions that help visitors connect on a personal level.
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The show is praised for depth on career pivots and behind-the-brand storytelling.
Guests are described as genuine and insightful, with strong takeaways about industry life and resilience.

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Tanya Hennessy: One Video Changed Everything
Q: How has motherhood affected your career trajectory and priorities?
Seven years of IVF culminated in the birth of her child, after which Tanya describes a 'spiritual change' and balancing ambition with family life, including writing books and continuing to create content at a fast pace.
Tanya Hennessy: One Video Changed Everything
Q: What was the viral moment that changed everything for you?
The video The Difference Between 18 and 30 went viral, amassing over a million views very quickly and landing Tanya on the front page of a newspaper, which helped her move toward Canberra and bigger opportunities.
Tanya Hennessy: One Video Changed Everything
Q: Can you tell us this story about how your career started to change after that viral moment?
Tanya explains her work in theatre and early radio, meeting Jules Lund who advised her to stop aiming for long-form video and instead create short, highly relatable clips. That shift, plus a viral video, opened doors to Canberra and larger radio roles.
Matty Acton: Grandpa at 38 — The Underage Grandparents Story
Q: First question from the host: After becoming a grandparent at such a young age, how do you handle the curiosity and judgment from others?
Matty explains that he and Esther focus on their truth, share the backstory openly when needed, and use humor to diffuse potential judgments, while prioritizing family perspectives and boundaries for the kids.
Clare Stephens: Cancel Culture, Pile-Ons and the Reality Behind the Outrage
Q: Hey Clare, do you think some people deserve to be cancelled?
Clare argues that cancellation as a concept is problematic and instead focuses on 'pile-on culture,' noting there is a line between accountability and dehumanizing contempt; the goal should be persuasive dialogue rather than labeling someone irredeemable.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Behind the Mic

What is Behind the Mic about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on candid, human-focused conversations with Australia's top podcast and audio creators. Guests share honest stories about career pivots, high-pressure industry moments, building and monetizing an audio brand, burnout, authenticity, and the realities of growing an audience today. Notable are unfiltered reflections on reinvention, personal life, public scrutiny, and practical tips from creators who've navigated TV, radio, and digital media to craft sustainable, multiplatform careers. The format tends to mix vulnerable storytelling with concrete lessons for aspiring creators and marketers seeking behind-the-brand insights. A standout part of the show is its emphasis on the person behind the voice and the un scripted, real-wor... more

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1. Meshel Laurie
2. Dave Hughes
3. Mitch Churi
4. Maz Compton
5. Josh Szeps
6. Georgie Tunny
7. Tanya Hennessy
8. Tamin Sursok

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