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The Media Club with Matt Deegan

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BBC
Factual Television Production
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Channel 4
General Election
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Media news from the UK, looking at television production, streaming, radio, audio, journalism, the internet, publishers and more. Each week expert analysts and media practitioners join the host, media consultant Matt Deegan, to talk about the top media stories and work out what it means for the sector and the people in it.

Recent experts have included Broadcast's Rebecca Cooney and Chris Curtis, T... more

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Latest Episodes

SNL UK launches on Sky One as news emerges over the cost of production. Can the show defy the early critics? And what is Sky seeking to get from its extended run, beyond a repost from President Trump?

Huw Edwards attacks the Channel 5 drama about hi... more

Matt Brittin is being lined up to replace Tim Davie at the BBC - but first, a speech, and a Culture Secretary with a parting gift. Media writer Kate Bulkley and Edelman's Karin Robinson decode a week in BBC politics.

Also on the show: a new Policing... more

The Daily Telegraph has a new, new, new suitor - and it's Axel Springer, who has beaten the Daily Mail with a £575 million bid for Telegraph Media Group. Media historian Maggie Brown on what the new owners inherit.

Also on the show: Banijay and All3... more

All3Media and Banijay have merged to create an eight-billion-dollar independent production giant - and there are whispers that ITV Studios could be next on the menu. Media writer Tara Conlan takes stock.

Also: Paramount Skydance beats Netflix in a m... more

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Michael Abramowitz
Head of Voice of America, notable court ruling
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Juan Delgado
CEO of Footballco, a major football media company
Footballco
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Maggie Brown
Media historian and commentator
Independent
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Anna Foster
BBC host and journalist
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Tara Conlan
Media writer with credits The Guardian, Broadcast Magazine
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Omar Oakes
Writer and former editor of The Media Leader, consultant for the advertising sector
The Media Leader, Advertising sector consultant
Episode: Ginormo-indies, Netflix Loses WBD, BBC Fights Back
Patricia Hidalgo
Head of BBC Children's Direction, BBC Children's Education
BBC
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Mustafa Zadeh
Tehran-based journalist featured by Wired
Wired (feature) / Tehran-based journalist
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Graham Bryce
CEO of STV Radio
STV Radio
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Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 125 ratings
  • Good show…

    …covering all the big stories in UK media. I wish it were on more often! Perhaps the producers might think of branching out and taking a view on English language media overseas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Perksjoanna1
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Interesting but very one-sided unfortunately

    Been listening for years and years since it’s roots as Guardian podcast. Interesting and topical though, unfortunately, tends to be always a one-sided discussion with only left leaning point of view with anything centre ground or right views not included to add more diversity and contrast - and more “sparky”. It would be a richer discussion and update with a more diverse discussion and points of view. I think the only non-left guests ever was an ex-Culture Minister and then only an interview.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Garybem
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • The Beeb and Impartiality

    Great show this week - interesting and informative! Wise, intelligent and thought provoking guest contributors!

    Louise Archer

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Louise Archer
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • A great podcast

    A great listen, but wish it was released earlier on in the week, so could listen to on the tube rather than it being released on a Friday evening.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    craig_2022
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Good podcast but…

    I do loathe a podcast that at the outset is trying to sell you something, I get the need to fund the production, but with patreon, in podcast ads etc why the need for the sometimes brutal hard sell of services, the presenter obviously has a sanctioned ‘read’ but it’s infuriating, especially the week when it started with, ‘look we’ve asked you nicely, but not enough of you have signed up to blah blah blah’ I tend to skip the first minute of hard sell and listen a normally very good podcast, just ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    conker tree
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Audience members find the content informative and relevant, making it accessible even to those outside the media sector.
There are mixed feelings regarding the political bias of discussions, with some advocating for greater diversity in viewpoints.
The quality of guest contributions is frequently praised, enhancing the overall value of the insights shared.
Listeners appreciate the depth of insight and analysis provided on current media topics.

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#119
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Telegraph Deal Take #4... and are you World Cup Ready?
Q: How is the football media business evolving in the US as the World Cup approaches?
There is optimism about growth driven by a large potential audience, emphasis on non-rights content, and monetization through brands and creators; the US market is seen as a major opportunity for global football media brands.
Telegraph Deal Take #4... and are you World Cup Ready?
Q: What implications does the Banijay-All3Media merger have for Netflix and other streamers?
The guests view it as a signal that consolidation is a growth strategy for mega-indies; it could set the stage for Netflix and others to pursue bigger content pipelines and cross-border collaboration.
Telegraph Deal Take #4... and are you World Cup Ready?
Q: How is the Telegraph deal likely to affect the UK media landscape in the near term?
The panel suggests it could introduce fresh investment and a more interventionist approach under Axel Springer, potentially stabilizing The Telegraph and enabling more digital innovation while preserving brand identity.
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Q: What do you think about the impact of AI on the creative process?
AI can be seen as a fantastic tool for creative expression but also poses challenges for job security in content creation.
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Q: Is it worrying that AI can generate news articles?
It's worrying in many respects because news articles should be written by humans and fact-checked, but AI might help find efficiencies in struggling newsrooms.

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The podcast offers insights into the UK media landscape, covering a wide range of topics that include television production, streaming, radio, journalism, and digital publishing. Each episode features industry experts and media practitioners who dissect current news stories and explore their implications for professionals within the sector. Notable guests contribute perspectives on media trends, commercial dynamics, and evolving content delivery methods. The discussions are analytical and often delve into the changing face of media, making it particularly valuable for those working within or interested in the media industry.

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1. Michael Abramowitz
2. Juan Delgado
3. Maggie Brown
4. Anna Foster
5. Tara Conlan
6. Omar Oakes
7. Patricia Hidalgo
8. Mustafa Zadeh

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