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This Is MediaCity - Media News, Insights and Interviews

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This Is MediaCity showcases some of the finest cutting edge creatives, celebrities, businesses and rising stars who call MediaCity their home.

Interviews and features on the current and future state of media, entertainment, business and technology with the innovators and entrepreneurs making it happen.

We'll examine the latest technology, production trends, how content is changing and how presente... more

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How can private capital and new funding models help unlock creativity and help your next production? Rachel McClelland is behind Mythos Manchester, a landmark film event which hopes to answer just that.

On today’s podcast we’ll find out more about M... more

When Steve Lamacq needed a co-host for new BBC Podcast, The Rise and Fall of Madchester, it’s no surprise that Alison Bell received the call.

Alison has been at the heart of the city’s music scene for years, her PR office was next to Tony Wilson’s a... more

Today we are joined by entrepreneur, Simon Corbett, the founder of PR agency, Jargon Group, and Industry Insights Group.

Starting out in major agencies, Weber Shandwick, Edelman and Porter Novelli, Simon founded Jargon Group in 2009. He talks about ... more

Michael AJ Sheridan is a social media producer and broadcaster who’s worked with BBC, Netflix, Channel 4 and many more.

A University of Salford graduate, he explains how he hit the ground running (quite literally) on Coronation Street, Hollyoaks and... more

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Rachel McClelland
Founder of State of Mythos; co-founder of House of Dogstar
State of Mythos / House of Dogstar
Episode: How to fund your next production - Rachel McClelland, Mythos Manchester This Is MediaCity
Alison Bell
Manchester PR communication specialist
Red Alert Promotions (as referenced in conversation)
Episode: Alison Bell on The Rise and Fall of Madchester
Simon Corbett
CEO and founder of Jargon Group and Industry Insights Group
Jargon Group / Industry Insights Group
Episode: “It can be very cool and very glamorous” - Simon Corbett founder Jargon Group
Michael AJ Sheridan
Social media producer and broadcaster
Netflix UK (former), Channel 4 (former), BBC (former/ongoing)
Episode: Michael AJ Sheridan - from Netflix to BBC Social Media Producer and Broadcaster - This Is MediaCity
Nigel Moore
Production Director of Fuzzy Duck
Fuzzy Duck Creative
Episode: “Crafting much loved stories” - Nigel Moore, Production Director, Fuzzy Duck Creative
Mark Watts
Sales Leader, Channel 4 Nations and Regions
Channel 4
Episode: TV ads are transformative - Mark Watts Sales Leader Channel 4 Nations and Regions
Sohail Shah
Boss of King of Sunshine Productions
King of Sunshine Productions
Episode: Sohail Shah - From Eurovision and The Apprentice to Nordic Train at Christmas
Dr. Richard Jones
Director of Broadcast Media, Film, Journalism, Politics and Contemporary History, University of Salford
University of Salford
Episode: "Trust is really important" - Dr Richard Jones - This Is MediaCity
Jon Nunn
Commercial Manager of Doc 10 post-production
Doc 10
Episode: From Run Away to Children in Need - Behind the Scenes with dock10’s postproduction team

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Stephen Chapman
Host of This Is Media City / This Is MediaCity, involved in production and hosting for MediaCity based projects

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Heidi Dawson BBC Head of Salford and Controller BBC Radio 5 Live - This Is MediaCity
Q: How does a young person get into the BBC nowadays?
She outlines multiple pathways, emphasizes apprenticeships and meeting many people, and advises trying lots of different roles and staying curious to discover where one's strengths lie, with practical tips about networking and engaging with BBC content.
Heidi Dawson BBC Head of Salford and Controller BBC Radio 5 Live - This Is MediaCity
Q: What has the BBC ever done for us?
Heidi explains that the BBC has contributed vast regional infrastructure, opportunities, and content across the North, including significant multi-platform productions, expansion of staff, and regional storytelling that connects local audiences to national and global platforms.
Maltina Jashari - On track to become Salford’s first F1 Driver This Is MediaCity
Q: What does testing mean in the context of F1 Academy?
Testing means more than just fast laps; it involves mileage in an F4 car, feedback with engineers, and demonstrating readiness and consistency to catch the eye of the F1 Academy teams.
Maltina Jashari - On track to become Salford’s first F1 Driver This Is MediaCity
Q: Why Salford?
Salford is where Maltina grew up, studied, and developed her roots; she wants to show local opportunities and be a role model for girls in Salford and the North, proving that you can pursue motorsport from this region with the right support.
Manchester Animation Festival Dr Steve Henderson - This Is MediaCity
Q: What role does AI play in the festival dialogue?
AI is discussed as a tool within animation software, with some companies embracing it while others like Moho take a firm stance, and the conversation centers on maintaining human creativity and ethical considerations around IP as AI becomes more integrated into workflows.

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Listeners are likely professionals and enthusiasts in regional media, production, and communications who tune in for practical insights into funding, production, regional industry ecosystems, and career pathways in the North of England. Episodes center on funding for regional storytelling, PR and publishing growth in B2B contexts, short‑form social media strategies for broadcasters, regional TV advertising, and production realities from post‑production houses to executive producer models. A common thread is the NorthWest MediaCity ecosystem: leveraging local universities, independent production companies, and regional partnerships to advance careers and businesses. Noteworthy angles include bridges between content creation and funding (inve... more

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