The Media Club with Matt Deegan

Faraz Osman was backstage at last weekend's British Podcast Awards to find out what makes an award winning podcast in 2022, including insights from creatives and businesses at the top of the audio sector.We speak to the top brass at indies Mags Creative, Message Heard and Reduced Listening; gossip with Jon Sopel about his forthcoming show with Emily Matliss, discover the moment of the year in podcasting with Leanne Alie (who you'll have heard on our deep dive interview last week) and head to Nairobi for a call with the Podcast Of The Year winner Namulanta Kombo.A Rethink Audio production, produced by Phoebe Adler Ryan with supprort from Matt Hill. We're taking month off now - but we will return at the Edinburgh International TV Festival in August.Support the show by taking out a voluntary subscription (and get access to our interview archive as well): patreon.com/mediapod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A special LIVE edition recorded from the rooftop of The Broadcaster at the Television Centre. Matt is joined by UK Press Gazette Editor Charlotte Tobitt to explore what Boris Johnson's exit means for the Government's media agenda - has Channel 4 been reprieved?The BBC sets out plans for a consolidated TV news channel launching in 2023, seventy UK jobs are on the line. Radio expert and technologist Ann Charles is on hand to assess the BBC's new news offering.Plus, we hear all about the BBC’s Audio Lab creator programme. Commissioning Producer Leanne Alie and Creator Adam Zmith share the exciting new podcasts coming to BBC Sounds this Summer.And in the Media Quiz, will our grand prize match Gary Lineker’s salary?A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler Ryan, with support from Matt Hill.*Get more from Adam Zmith and Leanne Alie on the BBC Audio Labs programme over on our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mediapod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a podcast swap this week - in Matt's absence, we're dropping an episode from Campaign magazine's own podcast where they discuss the recent goings on at Cannes, where the world's advertising agencies recently converged to celebrate the best of their industry.The team also welcome the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) about their new work to prevent suicide.You can subscribe to Campaign's podcast - and get both our shows as your weekly media fix - at https://podfollow.com/campaign-podcast-1We'll be back next week - thanks again for supporting the show - you can hear bonus interviews and more at patreon.com/mediapodContent warning: strong language, references to suicide, depression.In the UK, the Samaritans can be contacted on 116 123. In the US, the National Suicide Prevention Hotline is 1-800-273-8255. In Australia, the crisis support service Lifeline is on 13 11 14. Hotlines in other countries can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Britbox announces international expansion. Matt Deegan is joined by media commentator Kate Bulkley to unpack the latest in streamer news, including whether the great disruptor Netflix will survive disruption.Radiotopia's Julie Shapiro is hired by UK-based audio production company Novel. Podcaster and audio critic Caroline Crampton unpacks what this move signifies for the sector.Plus, ITV Creative Diversity Partner Sam Tatlow and Channel 4 Inclusion and Diversity Manager Kirsty Walker explain the disability and inclusion passport scheme rolling out across the UK broadcasting industry.And in the Media Quiz we explore the ambitious deals being struck, from podcasting adaptions to NAPSTER's latest come-back.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler Ryan, with support from Matt Hill.*Get more from Sam Tatlow and Kirsty Walker on the passport scheme roll-out over on our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mediapodRead about the passports here: https://www.channel4.com/press/news/broadcasters-unite-create-passports-support-inclusionAnd if you're interested in creating something similar at your workplace, reach out to Kirsty Walker or Sam Tatlow on LinkedIn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ofcom tells the BBC to fix its complaints process and do more to address impartiality concerns. Matt Deegan is joined by media commentator and Channel 4 historian Maggie Brown to explore whether the BBC really has a bias problem.Google News marks it's 20th with a fresh platform and Spain re-launch. Fleet Street Fox Susie Boniface reflects on the gordian knot entangling tech giants and journalists.Plus, KISS FM Content Director, Rebecca Frank, shares the initiatives and innovations keeping listeners loyal - from ad-free subscriptions to a partnership with the Rio Ferdinand Foundation.And in the Media Quiz we explore publications riling up readers this week.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler Ryan, with support from Matt Hill.*Get more from Rebecca Frank on keeping radio relevant in the age of TikTok over on our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mediapod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marking the Private Eye Paul Foot Awards for investigative journalism, Matt speaks to journalist Nick Wallis who received a special award for work on the Post Office Scandal with Richard Brooks.Wallis reflects on his decade long journey to raise awareness of the abuse of power by the British Post Office, which wrongfully prosecuted over 700 of its postmasters for thievery and fraud.Plus he shares how he ended up being crowd-sourced funded to cover the Depp-Heard Trial in the UK and US, and the trials and rewards of being a journalist in the age of social media.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler Ryan, with support from Matt Hill.*Get the full length interview with Nick over on our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mediapodAnd find Nick's book and more information about the Post Office Scandal here: https://www.postofficescandal.uk/Photo credit: Philippa Gedge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a TV special, Matt is joined by Faraz Osman (Gold Wala productions) to review the Edinburgh TV Festival line-up and ponder rumours of a Netflix-Roku deal.Across the Atlantic as blockbuster Capitol riot hearings kick-off, CNN is pruning polarising programming and 'breaking news' - how is Chris Licht's CNN shaping up? Karin Robinson (Edelman) analyses the changes, plus newsroom moves closer to home at the BBC and Bloomberg.Also, following Boris Johnson's leadership challenge, our media pundits explore what political instability could mean for the broadcasting policy in the pipeline.Plus TV-critic Scott Bryan shares his telly recommendations from British broadcasters and global streamers.And in the Media Quiz we find out who’s been trailblazing in the industry this week.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler Ryan, with support from Matt Hill.*Get more of Scott and Matt's telly reviews, including the Call My Agent vs Ten Percent debate and highlights from Channel 4, HBO/Sky plus the upcoming launch of Paramount Plus. https://www.patreon.com/mediapodSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special episode, Matt is joined by Conservative MP and Former Culture Minister John Whittingdale to discuss the Next Up Broadcasting White Paper and Government's media agenda.Whittingdale reflects on his 30-year career in Parliament and why the privatisation of Channel 4 is being raised now.Taking a closer look at the Next Up report, they explore what goes into a White Paper, what's next for the BBC and how radio prominence rules could shift before the Media Bill is passed.Plus a run-down of the other key media policies in the pipeline, including the Online Safety Bill and Data Reform Bill reviewing GDPR in a post-Brexit Britain.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler Ryan, with support from Matt Hill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The BBC announces further cuts as Director-General Tim Davie faces up to its licence-fee freeze. Matt Deegan is joined by journalist and maker of the Smart 7 news podcast Jamie East to break-down what 'going digital' really means.The Telegraph hits record digital subscribers - is the future of the press behind a paywall? Press Gazette Editor Charlotte Tobitt is on-hand to take us through the latest press trends and figures.Plus, disinformation journalist Shayan Sardarizadeh shares the BBC’s latest efforts to combat fake news, including their response to the tragic Texas school shooting.And in the Media Quiz we find out who’s been making up for media faux pas.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler Ryan, with support from Matt Hill.*Get more from Shayan and the telltale signs of foreign propaganda, over on our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mediapod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special episode Matt Deegan presents highlights from the annual radio festival in Malmo, chatting to a stellar line-up of audio guests.Helen Thomas (Director BBC Radio 2) and Stephanie Hirst (Presenter HITS Radio) share their conference takeaways - what secrets go into great radio? And how will the industry compete with TikTok and Youtube when it comes to presenter talent?Also on the programme: Podcasting veteran Julie Shapiro (VP Editorial PRX & Radiotopia) illuminates the US podcasting network and tells Matt how to write a podcast pitch that catches ears.PLUS: regulars James Cridland (Editor, podnews) and Paul Robinson (Creative Media Partners) discuss the future of podcasting including whether an SVOD-style streaming war is coming to audio.And in the Media Quiz, we find out how many words it takes for the media pundits to Name That Story... away from the conference bubble.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler Ryan, with support from Matt Hill.*Get more from Julie and how she has crafted a career in listening plus more bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/mediapod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.