
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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 361 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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What do the noises coming out of Disney+ tell us about the streamer’s plans for user generated AI? Matt Deegan is joined by Stuart Morgan, MD & Founder of Audio Always and Cat Lewis, CEO of Nine Lives Media to discuss the week’s media news.
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It was one scandal too many for Tim Davie - where does his departure leave the BBC at this crucial time? And which talented exec would dare take on the role? Former Chief Creative Officer for BBC TV, Patrick Younge, and The Telegraph’s media editor J... more
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…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.
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.
Great show this week - interesting and informative! Wise, intelligent and thought provoking guest contributors!
Louise Archer
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.
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
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Focused on media news, the content explores various aspects of the UK media landscape including television production, streaming, radio, journalism, and the internet. Each episode features in-depth discussions with expert analysts, practitioners, and thought leaders from the industry who provide insights into current events, overarching trends, and the implications for media professionals and audiences alike. The engaging format allows for a thorough examination of crucial stories, making it valuable for anyone interested in media dynamics or wanting to stay informed about industry developments.
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