The Media Club with Matt Deegan

Scott Bryan (TV Critic, co-host of Must Watch Podcast) is joined by James Ball (Global Editor, TBIJ) and Janine Gibson (Editor, Financial Times).The three self-declared 'heavy tweeters' discuss the ramifications of Musk's Twitter ownership - what will it mean for the future of the platform?As Rishi Sunak becomes the UK's third Prime Minister in three months, our guests explore the state of political-press relations and what it might mean for media policy.Plus, what does the Disney+ / BBC rights deal mean for Dr Who?Also on the programme: Adam Bowie shares his top five takeaways from the latest RAJARs.And in the media quiz, we're playing a game of TV surprise!A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler-Ryan with support from Matt Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the 200th episode of The Media Podcast, host Ann Charles takes us through the latest media news.Kate Bulkey (Media analyst, Broadcast columnist), freshly returned from Cannes, shares the gossip from the global TV industry conference MIPCOM. Is ITV Studios selling? What are BBC Studio's grand plans? And how is the Metaverse shaping content deals?After a record loss in April, Netflix has bounced-back with 2.4 million global subscribers - Karin Robinson (Edelman) unpacks Netlix's roller-coaster year.Also on the programme: Marking the BBC's centenary, our guest's reflect on its legacy and future and Boyd Hilton (Heat Magazine) shares his top six telly shows in the BBC's history.Plus: After a decade, a Fox and News Corp reunification is on the table - What would the merger mean for the media landscape?And in the media quiz, we're playing Birthday Trivia.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler-Ryan with support from Matt Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ann Charles is joined by Alex Hudson (Newsweek) and Charlotte Tobitt (Press Gazette) to discuss the latest in media news.The two news editors assess Press Gazette's report over 1000 cuts have been made in newsrooms in 2022 - is it all bad news?Plus, Alex explains the hullabaloo over Netflix joining Barb, and Charlotte unpacks her report on the Tortoise Media and Sky News deal to adapt investigative journalism for the screen.Also on the programme: Jess Phillips MP discusses politics and podcasts with Fi Glover and Jane Garvey, a highlight from the Podcast Day 24 Conference.And in the media quiz, we follow a trail of destruction.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler-Ryan with support from Matt Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jake Kanter is joined by Maggie Brown (Channel 4 Historian) and James Cridland (Podnews Editor) to tackle the media headlines.Maggie gives her report on Channel 4's future - has the sale gone cold?Plus, James Cridland unpacks Spotify's situation in light of podcast cuts. Our guests also debate the future of audio drama: Is the BBC scaling back production on the cusp of a golden age of audio fiction podcasts?Also on the programme: Veteran broadcaster Roger Bolton shares his BBC exit and what to expect from his new podcast, Roger Bolton's Beeb Watch.Find the new show here: https://shows.acast.com/rogerboltonsbeebwatch/episodes/roger-boltons-beeb-watchAnd in the media quiz, we're tackling a wave of media court cases.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler-Ryan with support from Matt Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jake Kanter is joined by Jim Waterson (The Guardian), Janine Gibson (FT) and Steven D Wright (Producer) to examine what the BBC world service cutbacks signify for the institution's global cultural power. The quartet also discuss the shifting editorial landscape with Tony Gallagher taking the reign at the Times.Plus, Jim Waterson unpacks his investigations into royal censorship of the Queen's funeral footage - how did UK broadcasters end up in such a tight corner?Full article here: https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/sep/25/uk-broadcasters-battle-monarchy-over-control-of-queens-memorial-footageAlso on the programme: a throwback to this year's Edinburgh TV Festival when Matt Deegan spoke to ITN MD Ian Rumsey about the companies ventures into true crime.And in the media quiz, we're celebrating International Podcast Day discussing exciting new pods announced just this week.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler-Ryan with support from Matt Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Special host Faraz Osman explores the state of journalism in the UK with guests James Ball (The Bureau of Investigative Journalism) AND Warren Nettleford (ITN).ITN's new CEO Rachel Corp delivered her inaugural speech at Press Gazette's Future of Media Technology Conference. Our guests assess her concerns and hopes for the future of journalism and ponder, where should news innovate next?Plus, Press Gazette UK Editor Charlotte Tobitt unpacks her top three takeaways from the conference, including some positive news for podcasters.Also on the programme: Nazarbayev vs. TBIJ + OpenDemocracy. James Ball talks us through what the libel case is all about and why it could tip Government legislation on SLAPPs.And in the media quiz, we're testing our guest's knowledge of the latest in digital media and tech news.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler-Ryan with support from Matt Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Special host Scott Bryan honours the tremendous work of broadcasters covering the Queen's passing with the help of guests, Boyd Hilton (Heat Mag) and Karin Robinson (Edelman).Across the Atlantic we take a look at The Emmys. Warner Brothers Discovery triumphed, but how will they navigate a tricky adjustment period as they merge HBO Max with Discovery Plus?Plus, behind the scenes at major UK radio stations - how did radio bosses respond when they heard the Queen is dead? A special from the Radio Academy Podcast featuring Christian Hewgill (RA Pod), Rebecca Frank (KISS FM) and Tim Levell (Times Radio).Listen to the full episode: https://audioboom.com/posts/8156759-how-radio-covered-the-queen-s-deathAlso on the programme: Social media struggles. Our guests discuss the challenges of regulating tech companies as the Midterms approach and closer to home, a looming lawsuit for Google in the UK.And in the media quiz, we’ll remember Her Royal Majesty's heartwarming and sometimes surprising taste in media. A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler-Ryan with support from Matt Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Live from the Radio Academy Festival - living legend Trevor Dann is joined by radio gurus Ann Charles, Brett Spencer and Laura Grimshaw to discuss the highlights, takeaways and gossip from the UK radio industry's biggest conference.Also on the programme: with changes at the top of Government, Michelle Donelan becomes the UK’s new Culture Secretary - but what does that mean for the BBC and Channel 4? The panel take a glimpse at her CV to date for clues.Plus, Kantar’s EVP for Media Solutions Jane Ostler shares her top tips for media marketing with Matt Deegan - and what advertisers value right now - with a deep dive available at patreon.com/mediapod.Discover the whole report at kantar.com/mediareactionsA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill and Phoebe Adler Ryan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Media news and analysis, with host Matt Deegan and guests this week Charlotte Tobitt (UK Editor, Press Gazette) and James Cridland (Editor, Podnews).Staff at Reach went on strike on Wednesday, condemning poor pay and high pressure workloads. Meanwhile discontent brews over at Broadcasting House - could BBC journalists be next on the picket lines?Old and new media alike are feeling the squeeze as Snap scales back - what does a restructure mean for the social media company?Plus, Dino Sofos and Lewis Goodall share their big plans for The News Agents podcast.Also on the programme: Justice by podcast? Our guests assess the impact of true crime podcast The Teacher's Pet in the Chris Dawson murder trial.And in the media quiz, we’ll find out who’s been in under the spotlight for botches and blunders.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler-Ryan with support from Matt Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A special edition of The Media Podcast from Edinburgh TV Festival. Matt Deegan is joined by Jake Kanter (Media Correspondent, The Times) and Scott Bryan (TV Critic & co-host, Must Watch Podcast).Jake and Scott analyse Emily Maitlis' MacTaggart lecture and unpack the challenges on the mind's of TV makers from indies to streamers.Plus, we hear from industry leaders including Navdip Dhariwal (Former BBC World Correspondent), Kimberly Godbolt (Co-Founder Talented People) and Sam Tatlow (ITV Creative Diversity Partner) about their session highlights.And in the Media Quiz, we play Guess Who? with new brand new commissions.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler Ryan, with support from Matt Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.