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Natasha Lee and Wade Kingsley dissect the week in media, with a cheese knife and a glass of Pinot Gris.

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A quick message from Wade & Tash about our plans for the podcast.

In this episode, Ben Liebmann of Understory talks about how publishers are asking for creators to bring an audience with them - but does the economic model reflect that? Also, what does that mean for creativity and diversity? Are we becoming more hom... more

2 episodes for the price of 1 this week. Tash has her Mediaweek Editor hat on and is on the set of Channel Nine's 'The Block' and spoke to co-host Shelley Craft.

Special Guest Tina Quinn from Fourth Estate talks about the story behind the story. Her piece was published on Crikey yesterday under the headline: 'Insiders reveal the real story behind Karl Stefanovic, a monster of Nine's own making.'

Tina tells u... more

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Recent Guests

Ben Liebmann
Adviser and founder of Understory, former media/entertainment executive
Understory
Episode: Bring Your Own Audience: Ben Liebmann (Episode 2 of 2)
Shelley Craft
Television presenter known for The Block
Channel Nine / The Block
Episode: Tash is on set with Shelley Craft (Episode 1 of 2)
Tina Quinn
Contributor to Crikey; journalist; host of Fourth Estate on 2SER
Crikey; Fourth Estate
Episode: The Inside Story: Crikey's Tina Quinn on Karl Stefanovic
Evan Shapiro
Creator economy provocateur and founder of Media War and Peace on Substack
Media War and Peace / Substack
Episode: AUSTRALIAN EXCLUSIVE: Evan Shapiro on Cannes, Creators and the streaming wars
Sam Buckingham-Jones
The Australian Financial Review reporter
The Australian Financial Review
Episode: Behind the Story: Where to now for Karl Stefanovic?
Jana Hocking
Australia's best sex columnist
Daily Mail / Media outlets
Episode: What's the difference between sexual content and smut?
Bianca Dye
Australian radio presenter and media personality
Bianca Industries
Episode: Is Bianca Dye ready for her next big gig?
Bernard Keane
Political editor at Crikey
Crikey
Episode: What happens in the budget lock up?
Ricky Sutton
Future Media contributor
Future Media
Episode: The Devil is in the detail: Will the News Bargaining Incentive save media jobs?

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Wade Kingsley
Host of Media Tarts; co-host; known for candid, bar-side media dialogue.
Natasha Lee
Co-host and editor; experienced media journalist with a front‑line view of publishing and TV.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 3 ratings
  • 2 of the best in my ears đź‘‚ = good times

    This is the pod I never knew i needed. 🥊🩷🙏

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    Bianca Dye
    Australia2 months ago

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The Inside Story: Crikey's Tina Quinn on Karl Stefanovic
Q: When in the process did you reach out to Karl Stefanovic for his participation, and what was the aim of involving him?
Tina describes approaching Karl early in the research to gauge whether his political and platform choices represented a sustained ideological shift or a calculated branding move, and to determine if including his direct perspective would illuminate broader industry trends around attention monetization and editorial strategy.
The Inside Story: Crikey's Tina Quinn on Karl Stefanovic
Q: How difficult was it to secure on‑the‑record conversations for the piece?
Tina explains that securing on‑the‑record conversations was extremely challenging, requiring persistent outreach to a range of senior executives and high‑profile on‑air talent, with some choosing to speak on background and many others ultimately agreeing to go on record after trust was built.
AUSTRALIAN EXCLUSIVE: Evan Shapiro on Cannes, Creators and the streaming wars
Q: What should listeners look forward to from you in the coming months?
Expansion of the cross-screen attention index, more regions, a creator economy map expansion, and a suite of content at major events like MIPCOM and IBC, along with continued cross-platform analysis.
AUSTRALIAN EXCLUSIVE: Evan Shapiro on Cannes, Creators and the streaming wars
Q: What's your take on the creator economy's impact on agencies and traditional marketers?
Agencies often underpay for strategy and overpay for time; true value lies in leveraging creators and strategic insight, not just producing content, and brands should embrace creator-led approaches and employee-generated content to stay relevant.
AUSTRALIAN EXCLUSIVE: Evan Shapiro on Cannes, Creators and the streaming wars
Q: Has Netflix won the Streaming Wars, or is the fight still evolving?
Netflix won in the sense that the wars have moved into a phase of affinity and cross-screen strategy, with YouTube and other platforms playing a bigger role in engaging audiences; the industry has shifted to an affinity economy rather than a pure subscriber race.

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A candid weekly briefing on the media landscape, with two hosts dissecting industry shifts, creator economy dynamics, and the business of storytelling. Episodes center on how publishers, platforms, and journalists navigate audience first models, AI disruption, regulatory moves, and the tension between engagement and quality journalism. The show leans into insider perspectives, practical media strategy, and spirited bar-room banter, often pairing sharp analysis with guest expertise from publishers, creators, and industry veterans. Its mix of tangible industry context, cultural commentary, and behind‑the‑scenes anecdotes makes it a strong fit for brands and guests seeking to reach media pros, PRs, and advertising decision‑makers who care abou... more

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