Kids Media Club Podcast

In this festive episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, your hosts Jo Redfern, Emily Horgan, and Andy Williams take a look back at the past year of big changes in kids media. They catch up on the latest movie releases, share their views on Adam Sandler's new Netflix animated movie, Leo, and share their predictions for trends in the year to come. But be warned there might be some bad dad cracker jokes along the way! So grab some eggnog, put on your favourite christmas sweater, and join us for this seasonal round up.

In this podcast, Andy and Emily speak with Mikkel Lee, the Story and Innovation Lead at Lego. Mikkel discusses how Lego uses play patterns and play types to develop their stories and engage with their audience. He also talks about the importance of making the user an active participant in the story and ensuring that every touchpoint tells a cohesive and engaging narrative. They explore the role of play in kid shows and animations, the distinction between toy and play, and the various play types and play styles. They also delve into how Lego inspires storytelling and imagination through their building approach.

In this episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, hosts Jo, Andy, and Emily chat with Ricardo Briceno, Chief Business Officer at Gamefam. They discuss the potential of Roblox for kids' brands, comparing it with YouTube and exploring if brands will rely only on Roblox in the future. They also talk about Gamefam's role in developing games on various platforms, the importance of finding the right partner for Roblox projects, and the opportunities for game development studios to become media companies. They also highlight the potential of using Roblox for content creation and engagement.

Join us for a great chat with Mikael Shields, CEO of Acamar Films and the producer of the loved preschool animated series BING. In this episode, Mikael shares his decade-long journey of building a successful kids' brand. Learn how Mikael and the team used ideas around cognitive development to create a show that not only entertains but also helps young children develop key skills. He touches on what he feels the industry could do to future-proof itself in terms of training and education for new people entering the industry. Essential listening for producers, commissioners, writers, parents, and fans of Bing.

Join Andy, Emily, and Jo in this episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast as they welcome special guest, media and finance analyst, Ian Whittaker. Together, they dive into the news about the resolution of the recent strikes and what it could mean for the entertainment industry, those rumours about Apple buying Disney, if that wasn't enough there's some Dad dancing analogies about Youtube and TikTok. Listen in to find out what we're talking about!

Entertainment Strategy Guy, a super experienced and insightful media analyst, discusses the current state of kids' media. Topics include streaming ratings, data insights in the entertainment industry, challenges of promoting content on streaming platforms, success of Cocomelon and Bluey, straight-to-streaming films, success of animated movies, and the benefits of streaming platforms for Disney.

Join us as we sit down with Alix Wiseman, Senior Vice President of Distribution and Acquisitions at 9 Story Media, to discuss the ins and outs of development, acquisition, and distribution and grapple with some seismic changes impacting Kids Media. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Alix has been at the forefront of kids' media, working at Channel 4 and Aardman before joining 9 Story Media. She shares her perspective on the business and what she thinks are some challenges and changes ahead. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in the ever-evolving world of kids media.

Join us for an interview with Ryan Bradley, SVP TV and Brand Marketing at Dreamworks. Learn about the making of Gabby's Dollhouse, strategies for launching a show, the global success of Season 8, and the future of original IP and kids media in the age of streaming.

What's the secret Sauce to Bluey's success? Tune in to our latest podcast to find out. In this week's episode, we sit down with Simon Clarke, to dive into the latest changes to BBC Studios, advertising trends, and new partnership opportunities. Simon gives an insider's view on shifts in the industry and how BBC Studios is adapting and evolving its partnership strategies. 📢 Spread the Word! 📢Remember to share this episode with your friends and fellow kids media enthusiasts! 🌟#KidsMediaUnplugged #Podcast #ChildrensEntertainment #BBCStudios #Advertising #PartnershipOpportunities #SimonClarke #IndustryInsights #TuneInNow

What does it take to create a wildly successful kids YouTube show? Andy, Jo, and Emily invited Christian Hughes, creator of GECKO'S GARAGE, onto the podcast to ask him. They chatted about Christian's YouTube journey, uncovered the strategies, challenges, and breakthroughs that shaped the creation of GECKO'S GARAGE and culminated in the Moonbug acquisition.Listen to this episode to discover:How Christian began his YouTube channelWhat he'd do differently if he were starting it all over again Why data plays a key role in content creationChristian's experience teaming up with Moonbug.Like and subscribe so you don't miss an episode.