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Olly Mann presents a special edition of The Media Podcast recorded live at the inaugural British Podcast Awards.We have all the action from the ceremony to celebrate audio excellence which was held at the Platform Theatre in King’s Cross.We hear all about the winning shows – and their producers’ top tips for success – backstage with guest host Rhianna Dhillon.Plus Jason Phipps (The Guardian) and Ruth Fitzsimons (Audioboom) discuss the state of the British podcast industry.From the Media Podcast team, our congratulations to all the winners! You can find a full list here: https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/winners/A PPM Production, produced by Matt Hill & Peter Price. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We depart from the usual format this week to bring you two fascinating interviews about the craft of journalism: Mevan Babakar and Phoebe Arnold from Full Fact discuss the art of fact checking and its role in the digital age.Olly also talks to the obituaries editor of the Times, Simon Pearson, on how to write the final word on a person's life. This is interview was first published on Olly's other, other podcast series The Modern Mann - but this has some bonus content especially for Media Podcast listeners. Enjoy! A PPM Production, produced by Matt Hill. Please support the show by leaving us a review on iTunes or, if you want us here week in/out... take out a voluntary subscription at http://themediapodcast.com/dedicate-an-episode/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ofcom and the government lay down the new order to the BBC and Channel 4, with new edicts on news, kids and regional production - Steven D Wright (Kerfuffle TV) and Louise Ridley (Buzzfeed) join Olly Mann to discuss the fallout from Salford’s Nations and Regions media conference.Also on the programme: the BBC’s director of radio, Bob Shennon, talks to us about his plans for the networks - and why commercial radio is no longer the enemy. Plus, the nominations are announced for the British Podcast Awards there’s talk of ‘Legsit’, George Osborne and in the Media Quiz, truth is put to the ultimate test (whatever that means). A PPM Production, produced by Matt Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

News, analysis and gossip from the media industries with Olly Mann and guests Lisa Campbell (Director, Edinburgh International TV Festival) and Peter White (News Editor, Broadcast Magazine).This week, a look at the independent production companies bidding to produce long-running BBC programmes including as Songs Of Praise and Holby City.Plus, Rupert Murdoch’s latest bid to control Sky, the Daily Mail is crowned newspaper of the year and the Guardian’s attempts to prop up falling ad revenues.And if that’s not enough, the drinks are on Olly in this week’s Media Podcast Quiz.A PPM Production. Produced by Matt Hill and Peter Price. Please help to keep us on the air by visiting http://themediapodcast.com/dedicate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ITV called it the biggest shake-up to their schedule since the nineties - but with the Nightly Show halving its audience and News At Ten dropping under a million viewers, how long can they take such an expensive risk? Olly Mann is joined by Steve Ackerman (Somethin Else) and Holden Frith (theweek.co.uk) to discuss the top media stories of the week.Elsewhere on the programme, we discuss the BBC’s new linear service BBC Scotland, Netflix new UK co-productions, why YouTube is launching a live TV service, and we find out how to save cash as a freelance celebrity... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special edition of the podcast, brought to you with Social Circle, we discuss the best ways to enhance your brand through association with celebs, youtube stars and more.With a top-notch panel of execs and talent, Olivia Allan chairs this conversation on how to take advantage of the rise of the YouTube star. The panel includes:James Erskine, Director, Social CircleChris Croissant, Social Content Account Director, Chorus, MaxusConnie Glynn, aka Noodlerella, Social InfluencerChris Jackson, Social Lead, Super Group (SuperDry)Mark Walker, Director, Freefocus (Talent Management)Thanks to Social Circle for supporting The Media Podcast and sharing this content with us. We'll be back with our usual show next week...A PPM Production. Producer Matt Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olly Mann is joined by media writer Maggie Brown and Folder Media’s Matt Deegan to discuss the latest media news. Facebook and YouTube consider the problems of identifying satire on their platforms, whilst Private Eye gets its best circulation figures EVER. Plus the panel reveal the latest radio winners and losers, changes at Channel 4 comedy, bans for both the Daily Mail and The Sun and there’s a European flavour to this week’s Media Quiz.FURTHER READING: To take part in the Law Commission’s consultation on the Espionage Act and what it means for journalists and the media, email them at [email protected] if you’re producing a podcast series in Great Britain, you may be eligible for Matt Deegan and producer Matt Hill’s new venture, The British Podcast Awards. Deadline for entires is 6th March - full details at britishpodcastawards.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we present a recent debate hosted by the Edinburgh International Television Festival in partnership with ITN.Jon Snow (Channel 4 News) welcomes a panel of experts to discuss the most pressing issue of our time: fake news. Brian Stelter, host of CNN’s Reliable Sources and their Senior Media Correspondent. Jim Waterson, political editor, BuzzFeed UK, Ayesha Hazarika, former adviser to Ed Miliband, Carole Cadwalladr, journalist, The Guardian and The Observer and Patrick Walker, director of media partnerships, Europe, Middle East and Africa at Facebook discuss what can be done.A PPM Production produced by Matt Hill. Thanks to the Edinburgh Television Festival for donating this footage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olly Mann invades the offices of many of the media's finest to discover what they believe will happen in the year ahead. Staff from Buzzfeed, The Week and more tell us what we should expect. Plus, hear Jake Kanter, Matt Deegan and Faraz Osman account for their predictions for 2016.A PPM Production. If you love this show, consider making a contribution to its running costs and get a dedication in return: themediapodcast.com/dedicate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Despite large audiences of young people for Planet Earth II, the BBC has an increasing problem bringing millennials to its TV and Radio offerings. Olly Mann is joined by Jake Kanter (Business Insider), Suzie Marsh (Princess Productions) and Matt Deegan (Folder Media) to work out what’s happened - and whether the next generation will want the BBC as much as we do now.Also on the programme: the Government blocks the only BAME candidate proposed for the Channel 4 Board, Buzzfeed’s CEO faces down staff in London over plans to unionise and we explore the latest technology available to makers of radio.A PPM production (even the Media Quiz bit) produced by Matt Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Facebook begins to comprehend the scale of the problem, who should take responsibility? And how do we improve media literacy? Olly Mann is joined by Louise Ridley (Buzzfeed), media writer Maggie Brown and Faraz Osman (Lemonade Money) to discuss this and the week’s other media news.Elsewhere on the pod, the panel discuss the announcement that David Walliams will be the launch host of ITV’s new late night talk show - at the expense of News At Ten. Must we again call Tom Bradby’s programme News at When?Plus we round-up another busy week at the BBC, with the proposed launch of ‘the Netflix of radio’, more changes in commissioning and what Saturday night TV will be like without the National Lottery results.Oh, and a quiz. Of course. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olly Mann and guests discuss the one thing we do know after both the US election and Brexit: that we won’t know much for a long time. So how do we plan ahead with all this uncertainty? Paul Robinson (Creative Media Partners), Maria Williams (Loftus Media) and Leon Wilson (MD, Talkback) discuss the options.Also on the programme: as it’s announced that Sound Women is to close at the end of the year, founder Maria Williams talks to us about its legacy and what still needs to change in the radio industry.Plus: the BBC stars that are up in arms at the rise of the independents, Channel 5 records its best ever year-on-year profits and the Media Quiz puts us all through our paces.A PPM Production, produced by Matt Hill. Thanks also to our sponsors Media Masters and our wonderful voluntary subscribers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The government-sponsored panel, set up after the Leveson inquiry, have chosen IMPRESS as the official press watchdog. Media writer Kate Bulkley and broadcaster Doton Adebayo join Olly Mann to discuss the impact of the decision.The panel also discuss culture secretary Karen Bradley’s new plan for Channel 4, the proposed buyout of Time Warner by AT&T and Matt Deegan takes us through the latest RAJAR results for national radio stations. Who bucked the trend and did well over the summer?Plus: we discuss all the gossip from this year’s Mipcom and the Radio Academy’s new awards, the ARIAs.A PPM Production, produced by Matt Hill. Thanks also to our sponsors Media Masters and our wonderful voluntary subscribers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olly Mann is joined by Matt Kelly (The New European) and Professor Lis Howell (City University London) to discuss the week’s top stories.BBC Studios have announced 15% cuts to its workforce ahead of entering the commercial sector next year - will the move lead to further demoralisation, or a creative revival?The panel also get to grips with the new Radio Academy awards, Jon Holmes’ noisy departure from the Now Show and wave farewell to the ‘Fake Sheikh’. Plus, there’s a media quiz. Of course.A PPM Production, produced by Matt Hill. Thanks also to our sponsors Media Masters and our wonderful voluntary subscribers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a few weeks of mostly telly talk, here's a special edition on the oldest broadcast medium: radio. Where are the current trends in radio and online audio leading? Where will radio be, and what might it sound (and look) like on its 2022 centenary and beyond?Some leading figures of UK radio broadcasting today, with very different perspectives, come together for a discussion on the Future of Radio.Podcaster and broadcaster Ruth Barnes chairs a panel featuring Matt Deegan (Creative Director of Folder Media and co-founder of the Next Radio conference), Helen Boaden (Director of BBC Radio), Femi Adeyemi (Founder of internet radio station NTS) and journalist and broadcaster Miranda Sawyer.Produced by Rosina Sound for the British Library - thanks to them for sharing this content with the Media Podcast. Our regular programme returns in two weeks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the key talent divided and the audience in shock we ask... has anyone come out of the Bake Off fiasco well - apart from the freshly-moneyed Love Productions?Jake Kanter (Business Insider) sits in for Olly with guests Ash Atalla (Roughcut TV) and Tara Conlan (The Guardian) to discuss the week's top media stories.Plus... we suffer from deja vu as BBC Charter Renewal is back on the new Government’s agenda - and Channel 4 may still yet move to Birmingham... and of course there's the infamous media quiz to befuddle our contributors.A PPM Production, produced by Peter Price and Matt Hill. Thanks also to our sponsors Media Masters and our wonderful voluntary subscribers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olly Mann introduces one of The Media Podcast's favourite sessions from this year's Edinburgh International Television Festival: Sally Wainwright, writer (and often director) of Happy Valley, is quizzed by friend and fellow writer Russell T. Davies (Queer As Folk, Doctor Who) on her career. From working on Coronation Street to creating At Home With The Braithwaites, to recent successes Last Tango In Halifax and Happy Valley, Sally discusses her craft, making the leap from writing to directing and shares the best advice she's ever been given.A PPM production. Shared with the kind permission of the Edinburgh International Television Festival. Thanks to our sponsors, Media Masters (mediamasters.fm) and to all our voluntary subscribers.Artwork (c) Greg Macvean Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olly Mann presents media industry news and gossip recorded at the Edinburgh International Television Festival 2016.This year's keynote MacTaggart Lecture was provided by Vice co-founder Shane Smith who challenged his audience of UK broadcasters to use television to satisfy the needs of Gen Y.Olly consults journalist Maggie Brown and Business Insider's Jake Kanter to find out how Smith's message was received.Joining Olly at the festival is journalist and TalkSPORT broadcaster Tom Latchem and entertainment director of Heat Magazine, Boyd Hilton.We'll have more from the Edinburgh International Television Festival in the coming weeks - you can subscribe to the podcast for free and have future episodes downloaded automatically to you phone.A PPM production, produced by Matt Hill and Peter Price. Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Media Masters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Media analysis, with Olly Mann and guests. This week, Alex Hudson (metro.co.uk) and Lisa Campbell (Edinburgh International TV Festival) discuss Lad Bible’s popularity with men on social media. Plus, a preview of all the best sessions from next week’s TV industry love-in in Scotland.Elsewhere on the programme: as Emma Swaine exits the BBC after 20 years our panel assess her legacy at BBC Factual, pass judgement on Univision’s acquisition of troubled Gawker Media... and in the media quiz, we rescue three stories from linear armageddon.If you want to attend the free screenings in Edinburgh of Red Dwarf, Poldark, The Fall and more, book your tickets here: http://bit.ly/FilmhouseEITFA PPM production, produced by Matt Hill. Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Media Masters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olly Mann is joined by Jake Kanter (media editor, Business Insider) and radio exec Trevor Dann to discuss the lack of papers covering Rio 2016, the latest radio ratings and why the French press are refusing to name terrorists.Elsewhere in the podcast, the panel ponder why there’ll be a lull in TV drama next year, the reduction in column inches at mediaguardian - and why two listicles were two too many for a journalist at the Croydon Advertiser.Plus, in the Media Quiz, there’s a concerted effort to write a game around three stories about paywalls - and you won’t believe what happened next...A PPM Production. Thanks to our new sponsors, Media Masters, and to all our donors who keep us on the air. You can join their ranks and receive an on-air dedication here: themediapodcast.com/dedicate-an-episode/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June’s circulation figures indicate good times for national newspapers and their online editions following the EU referendum - but with Enders Analysis predicting a huge drop in ad spending, will the boom be short lived?Olly Mann is joined by journalist James Ball (Buzzfeed) and TV producer Faraz Osman (Lemonade Money) to discuss this and the rest of the week’s media news.Elsewhere on the podcast our pundits discuss the treatment of Channel 4 News reporter Fatima Manji, what little we know about the new Culture Secretary and the latest attempt to bring US satire to Britain.A PPM Production, produced by Matt Hill. Please help support the podcast by taking out a voluntary subscription at our website: themediapodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special edition of The Media Podcast, recorded on day of the UK’s historic decision to leave the European Union, Olly Mann welcomes a panel of experts from across the media industries to discuss how the campaign was covered on TV, radio, in print and online. Olly is joined at the Hospital Club in Covent Garden by Boyd Hilton (Entertainment director, Heat Magazine), Mira Bar-Hillel (Evening Standard) and Louise Ridley, (Assistant news editor, The Huffington Post UK). Join the conversation @themediapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Media news and analysis, recorded in the confines of The Hospital Club in London. Olly Mann is joined by Leon Wilson (MD, Talkback) and journalist Susie Boniface to discuss the fallout from this week’s Media Summit: as James Parnell outlines his strategy for securing a good deal for the BBC, and Channel 4 rule out a move away from the capital, we consider how many of Culture Secretary John Whittingdale’s ideas will actually happen.Plus, there’s talk on the ‘Snoopers’ Charter’ and what it means for journalists, the scope for 360° video using tv formats and a new paper for the north of England called ‘24’.Produced by Matt Hill for PPM Productions. Please keep us on the air by taking out a voluntary subscription: head to themediapodcast.com for all the details. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olly Mann is joined by Matt Deegan (Creative Director, Folder Media) and Kenton Allen (CEO, Big Talk Productions) to discuss the big media news of the week in the plush confines of the Hospital Club.Top Gear returns this weekend and Olly Mann sits down with presenter Rory Reid to talk about how he’s fit in with the new line up - including the difficulties finding a black stunt driver.Plus, we discuss changes to Terms of Trade for UK indies, follow the trends at the LA Screenings, find out why Chris Moyles’ first batch of audience data isn’t as bad as is being reported, and shake our heads at the state of Fleet St, after the Daily Mail’s parent company issues a profit warning.LISTENERS: support what we do. Support independent podcasting. Take out a voluntary subscription at themediapodcast.com/dedicate and receive an on-air shout-out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Media industry news and analysis with Jake Kanter, media writer Maggie Brown and the director of the Edinburgh International TV Festival, Lisa Campbell.As John Whittingdale reveals government plans for the BBC’s next eleven years, arguments over independence, regulation and star salaries continue.Plus, The New Day closes, The Independent makes its first profit in a decade and Robert Peston launches his new politics show by admitting to being ‘flipping nervous’. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Media news and analysis, this week with Heat magazine's Boyd Hilton, VICE UK's Rebecca Nicholson.The makers of the Great British Bake Off could look to other broadcasters if they don't get a larger fee from the beeb - but where else could it work? Things aren’t going to plan at the launch of BBC Studios... this time it's the departure of Mark Freeland. With so many senior execs heading for the lifeboats, can anyone steady the ship?Channel 4’s comms chief Dan Brooke speaks to us about winning over the public in the fight to resist privatisation.Plus, the panel discuss what made The Times leave Hillsborough off the front page for their first edition... and there's pageantry in this week's Media Quiz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Allegations, injunctions and innuendo with Olly Mann and guests. News Editor of Broadcast magazine Jake Kanter and radio presenter (and former tabloid journalist) Tom Latchem discuss the fallout from a week of politicians and celebrities doing their best to stay out of the press. Who knows what on Fleet Street and, for as long as the internet exists, can anything stay secret any more?Plus: the broadcasters plan their Saturday night hits for this Christmas, morale at the BBC hits rock bottom and changes to what counts as ‘local’ at London Live.Also: Stephen Nolan spends 35 minutes trapped in a 5Live studio after his ‘fat back’ wedges a chair against the door… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tim Lovejoy introduces four speakers from across the creative industries, in this event organised by the Edinburgh International Television Festival.Broadcaster June Sarpong MBE, Karen Blackett OBE (MediaCom), playwright Simon Stephens and Channel 4 exec David Glover all take to the stage to inspire and entertain you. Many thanks to Lisa Campbell and the TV Festival team for sharing this event with us - early bird tickets for this year's festival are now available at thetvfestival.comAlso thanks to Anna Fern, Channels Executive, ITV & Gemma John-Lewis, Assistant Commissioner, Entertainment, ITV for producing the talks.The Media Podcast is a PPM Production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olly Mann presents a special edition of The Media Podcast with interviews from Radiodays Europe 2016.At the event in Paris radio consultant Paul Robinson speaks to presenter Jon Holmes – soon to be the new afternoon host of the relaunched Talk Radio – and with LBC’s Nick Ferrari who gives his thoughts on what makes good conversation on the radio.Also on the programme, Sam Bonham meets one of the winners of #NextGen16, Juliette Nicholls (Heart FM), and we hear from the exec behind Syrian station Rozana Radio. Plus, there’s Bauer’s MD Graham Bryce on the plans for Absolute, KISS and Magic.The Media Podcast is a PPM Production. Support its future at themediapodcast.com/donate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the show’s producers signed up to Netflix, can Channel 4 keep hold of the first-look rights - and what does it mean for the relationship between broadcasters and indies? Olly Mann is joined by Leon Wilson (MD, Talkback) and Scott Bryan (Buzzfeed) to discuss this and the other top media stories.Also on the programme: as John Whittingdale thinks the BBC’s new board should be appointed by the Government, we find out why a lot of people think that’s a bad idea. Plus - more on the Guardian’s cost cutting woes, Capital Radio goes ad free (sort of) and we think you’ll like this week’s Media Quiz... not a lot, but you’ll like it.The Media Podcast is a PPM Production produced by Matt Hill. Keep the show on the air: themediapodcast.com/donateThanks to Broadcast Magazine for supplying an audio clip from their Indie Summit. Read more at broadcastnow.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Whittingdale takes a break from Brexit to address the issues the matter to the media (and avoid a few others). Olly Mann talks loopholes and Leveson II with Faraz Osman (Managing Director, Lemonade Money) and Alex Hudson (Deputy Editor, metro.co.uk).Also on the programme, as the BBC bring back its pop-up station Radio 2 Country, we head to Maida Vale to discuss how these temporary channels are changing the radio brand.Plus, the New Day is one week old - we take a look at its first five editions... Are there early signs of success for BBC Three’s move online? And the Media Quiz heads to Salford for a spot of natural history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There’s uncertainty in traditional media as The Independent closes its print edition at the end of March, the BBC breaks down the barriers between TV, radio and online; Olly Mann is joined by Matt Deegan (Creative Director, Folder Media) and Professor Lis Howell (Director of Broadcasting, City University London) to explain what will happen next.In better news for magazines, Private Eye and the Spectator see growth in circulation and it’s a new day for the Daily Mirror, as it launches a cut price daily. Plus, we discuss health and safety on The Jump, the forthcoming BBC Worldwide showcase, and the Media Quiz reheats some old formats. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Robinson sits in for Olly Mann with guests Steve Ackerman (MD, Somethin' Else) and media writer Maggie Brown.BBC Three announces a raft of new shows - but after it disappears off television screens - will younger viewers go online to watch them?The Guardian searches for ways to reduce running costs - could that mean journalists’ jobs on the line?Plus: the winners and losers in the latest radio listening figures. AND, as boardrooms are shuffled, we’re playing musical chairs with broadcasting bigwigs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This time last year, Olly Mann sat down with the great and good of the media industry to find out what they thought would happen in 2015. In this special episode, not only do we hear their predictions for this year, but haul them over the coals for what they got right about the past twelve months.Was Maggie Brown right about Andrew Neil? Did Matt Deegan see the rise of Radio X? Could Faraz Osman correctly guess the perilous state of Saturday night entertainment? ALL WILL BE JUDGED.Plus, we hear from Broadcast’s news editor Jake Kanter on a big year for the BBC and Helen Zaltzman gazes into the podcasting’s crystal ball.This is our last show for a little while, but we’ll be back as soon as finances allow. Please help support the show: themediapodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our last show of 2015, Faraz Osman (MD, Lemonade Money) and broadcast consultant Paul Robinson discuss how privatisation might change Channel 4’s public service mission. Lord Grade thinks it will be for the better - and with record breaking tv advertising revenues predicted this year, could he be right?Also on the programme, the panel wave farewell to Alan Yentob, rate ITV chief exec Adam Crozier’s performance in front of MPs and hail the Radio Academy’s new entrants to the Hall of Fame.Plus, in the increasingly tenuous Media Quiz, it’s an APOLOGY SPECIAL. What corrections and clarifications have the UK’s media made this week?The Media Podcast is a PPM Production produced by Matt Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Media analysis and wild speculation with Olly Mann and guests, recorded at The Hospital Club. This week, David Schneider and David Levin discuss writing tweets for tv shows such as Have I Got News For You with their agency That Lot. Plus, Broadcast’s news editor Jake Kanter and freelance journalist Tom Latcham discuss the week’s top media stories, including the announcement that BBC Three will go online only from March 2016, The Sun’s contentious Jihadi poll and two more lad’s mags (FHM & Zoo) get the chop.SUPPORT THE PODCAST: help us stay on the air by contributing a small amount on a regular basis using our secure website: themediapodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olly Mann is joined by Folder Media’s Matt Deegan and metro.co.uk’s deputy editor Alex Hudson to discuss The Voice potential move to ITV and the press campaign for Freedom of Information (you have until the 20th Nov to submit your opinion here: https://consult.justice.gov.uk/foi-commission/call-for-evidence/consultation/intro/view).Also on the programme, the panel review the launch of the BBC Store, the latest circulation figures for the national press are analysed and why UTV’s television sell-off could also lead the way to a buyout of their commercial radio stations.Plus, as the Christmas campaigns get underway, there’s an advertising-themed edition of the Media Quiz.Supporting The Media Podcast couldn’t be easier; just select a level of donation and get an episode of the show dedicated to you, with our eternal gratitude. If you like what we do on the pod, help keep us on the air... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The latest media news and unmediated opinion, recorded in the fine surroundings of the Hospital Club. This week Olly Mann is joined by journalist Susie Boniface (AKA Fleet St Fox) and Steve Ackerman, MD of content company Somethin’ Else.The Sun has told staff that its online paywall policy will stop completely at the end of November - but with the rise of ad blocking software, what does the paper - and its competitors - need to do to keep making money from advertising? The panel debate the practicalities.Folder Media’s Matt Deegan delves into the latest RAJARs for the radio industry and tells us why it’s been a poor quarter for BBC Radio 1 - and theorises why the last results of XFM were the highest that station ever produced.Plus, there’s more on changes to the Freedom of Information Act, Vice Media announces plans to create a free-to-air channel in the UK and the infamous Media Quiz looks at the vested interests in our media landscape.Thanks to everyone who donated cash since the last episode. If... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olly Mann is joined by broadcast consultant Paul Robinson and media writer Maggie Brown to discuss the week’s biggest media stories, all within the confines of the Hospital Club in Covent Garden.With Danny Cohen set to leave his role as director of television at the BBC, the panel look back and his career highs and lows with the corporation - and why his successor isn’t likely to come from the ranks directly below.Freedom of Information legislation may be revamped by the Government (you can have your say here: https://consult.justice.gov.uk/foi-commission/call-for-evidence) but with such establishment names on the committee, what chance is there that journalists' rights will be respected?As new BBC drama River launches with a central character displaying mental health issues, The Media Podcast speaks to Alison Kerry, head of media at the charity MIND about portraying conditions from schizophrenia to postnatal depression on screen... and what to do when you discuss a trigger on your late night talk... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olly Mann is joined by independent producer Trevor Dann and LBC’s Morning News presenter Lisa Aziz to discuss the highlights from this year’s Radio Festival.The panel discuss the talking points from the sessions, including Paul Gambaccini’s hellish year with Operation Yewtree, strategy chief James Purnell’s defence of the BBC and Absolute breakfast presenter Christian O’Connell tells us why trolls are people too.Plus, we hear why radio advertising needs to get creative and Radio 4’s Paddy O’Connell advises the next generation on how to get into the industry.If you like what we do, support the show: themediapodcast.com/dedicate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our second bonus episode from the Guardian Edinburgh International Television Festival, How Not To Pitch a Show is a masterclass in the pitfalls of the pitch room.Chaired by Alex Connock, managing director Shine North and featuring Jonathan Stadlen, managing director Knickerbockerglory; Syeda Irtizaali, commissioning editor for entertainment Channel 4; Karen Smith, managing director Tuesday's Child; Mark Linsey, deputy director BBC Television.If you've enjoyed this, why not check out other episodes of the Media Podcast at themediapodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to the full speech delivered by Armando Iannucci at this year's Edinburgh TV Festival - a rallying call for the BBC not just for those who work in the corporation, but for the entire UK media industry.Thanks to the Guardian Edinburgh International Television festival, who shared this audio with us for you to enjoy.If you're new to the Media Podcast, why not try one of our regular episodes? Find more at themediapodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded at the biggest week in the television industry’s calendar, Olly Mann is joined by Heat magazine’s TV editor Boyd Hilton and TV indie Lemonade Money’s managing director Faraz Osman to discuss the highlights and lowlights of the week.In amongst discussion of Armando Iannucci’s barnstorming MacTaggart Lecture and the latest commissioning announcements by the major broadcasters, the panel discuss the revival of schedule wars between Strictly and X Factor and the future of the BBC News Channel.Plus, The Media Podcast travels to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe to meet Ed Sleeman (Commissioning Editor, BBC Entertainment) and ask, how do producers find the next big comedy thing?A MESSAGE FROM PRODUCER MATT: after our summer break, we are back making our regular shows this September. It’s been a year since our Kickstarter made this podcast happen and you can still support the show, (keeping us flowing seamlessly into your inbox) by purchasing a dedication: themediapodcast.com/dedicateThanks for... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olly Mann is joined by broadcast consultant Paul Robinson and PACT chair Laura Mansfield to discuss the week’s top media stories.After months of speculation the Government has set out its stall for BBC charter renewal negotiations. From how the corporation should be funded to its ultimate cultural mission, the panel discuss what issues the nation’s favourite broadcaster needs to address.Also on the programme, Olly talks to Local World's Matt Kelly and Steve Anglesey about its new local-news website Quirker. Is there money to be made from the weird and wacky regional news stories that are the staple of tabloids and local radio stations?Plus there’s gossip about Chris Moyles joining XFM breakfast, issues of ‘cappuccino interviews’ for top media jobs and the joys of basing a European bureau in London.We’ll be taking a break after this programme to fundraise the show. If you are a business or patron and would like to support what we do for the media industry, please get in touch via our... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Media news and analysis with your host Olly Mann and guests Faraz Osman (Managing Director, Lemonade Money) and Leon Wilson (Managing Director, Talkback).As the BBC Trust approves plans to move youth channel BBC Three online, what impact will this have on young viewers and on the corporation’s hopes for a favourable renegotiation of its Royal Charter?Yonderland’s main writer Larry Rickard discusses the return of the series to Sky One, and a few hints as to what we can expect from Tracey Ullman’s new BBC show.Plus, the panel discuss Trinity Mirror’s plans to buy the Express newspapers, Neil Wallis’ acquittal from all phone hacking charges and we fix three broken formats in another Media Podcast Quiz.The Media Podcast is a PPM Production, produced by Matt Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Media news, analysis and occasional pronouncements on the death of linear media since 2006. Host Olly Mann is joined by radio exec and Sound Women founder Maria Williams, and producer and founder of Viral Spiral Damian Collier.It’s been a busy week for Chris Evans, with speculation over a new series of TFI Friday overtaken (!) by an offer to host the reboot of Top Gear. With the support of fans and the commentariat, has the BBC got itself onto the front foot?Radio independent company Falling Tree have put over 300 documentaries online for free - The Media Podcast speaks to director Alan Hall about curating the archive and play a few choice treats.Plus, we discuss Apple News, the tech company’s foray into news curation - launched with the surprising notion of using actual human beings to editorialise content - and the panel look back at 84-year-old Rupert Murdoch’s career as he looks to step down as chief executive from 21st Century Fox at the end of the month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olly Mann is joined by Moz Dee (Contented Media) & Jake Kanter (Broadcast) to discuss the biggest stories of the week, including key insights from Creative Week 2015.Broadcast has launched a campaign offering ‘qualified support’ for the corporation during its Royal Charter renewal negotiations - Jake Kanter explains why.In a week where BBC director of television Danny Cohen spelled out the dangers in cutting the licence fee, the panel discuss the threats to programming on BBC4, as well as the latest commissioning news for BBC Three, as it prepares for a potential move online.Plus, Olly, Jake and Moz consider Gary Lineker’s potential part-time gig at BT Sport - does it water down the BBC’s brand? - a public offering for Buzzfeed and the ominous warnings of pre-rolls at Netflix. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tabloid journalist Susie Boniface – also known as the Fleet Street Fox – and broadcaster Maggie Brown join Olly Mann to discuss the largest compensation payment in phone hacking history.As a High Court judge orders more than £250,000 to be paid to Sadie Frost - the biggest single payout in phone-hacking history - Trinity Mirror sets aside £28m to pay more alleged victims. What impact might this have on budgets at the group’s local newspapers?Also this week: What does the appointment of John Whittingdale as Culture Secretary mean for the BBC as it gears up to negotiate a new royal charter?Matt Deegan uncovers the winners and losers in this week’s RAJAR results – where Radio 1’s reach has fallen below the psychologically-important figure of 10 million listeners a week. Radio 1 says it’s shedding older listeners but is that the whole story?Plus, ITV revenues are going up but audiences are going down. The London newspapers moving production to an office in Dorset. And a quickfire... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boyd Hilton of Heat Magazine, former Discovery exec and City University professor Lis Howell and Alex Hudson, former Mirror journalist and BBC Question Time producer join Olly Mann to discuss how the major broadcasters and press outlets have handled the most unpredictable election in living memory.With most commentators lulled into thinking the result would be close, the panel discuss which news teams coped best with the unfolding narrative - and if social media had any impact at all (Spoiler: It didn’t)There’s talk of Sky innovations in the TV gallery, the BBC’s first election away from TV Centre and why it was The Sun (amongst others) wot won it.Plus, we squeeze in the week’s other stories including turmoil at Al Jazeera America, a new home on ITV for the Top Gear Three and new proposals for 5live’s sister station, Sports Extra. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The BBC Trust delays their initial decision until the autumn, knocking back plans to move the youth channel online only. Broadcast consultant Paul Robinson and Guardian Edinburgh International TV Festival Director Lisa Campbell join Olly Mann to discuss this and the week’s other top media stories.The makers of the Adblock Plus software win a court case against two German news organisations - what does it mean for ad-funded journalism in an already cash-poor industry?Also on the programme, we discuss bad weeks for Katie Hopkins & Piers Morgan, good times at Sky and Netflix and the panel highlight the key media commitments from the main political parties’ manifestos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.