
Kids Media Club Podcast
Kids Media Club Podcast is a podcast hosted by Jo Redfern, Andy Williams, and Emily Horgan. In each episode they chat with a different guest about the world of Kids Media. The podcast covers everything from trends in animation to the rise of Edtech.
Latest episodes

Sep 26, 2024 • 50min
Kids Media Club Podcast Revisit: Laura Clunie from Spin Master on building Paw Patrol
It's Brand Licensing Europe week so what better time to revisit this interview with Laura Clunie from Spin Master where she shares her experience and insight on what it takes to build a mega franchise like Paw Patrol.

Sep 19, 2024 • 57min
The Kids Media Club Podcast: Eric Calderon on the Anime Revolution
In this episode of "The Kids Media Club Podcast," Jo, Emily, and Andy chat with Eric Calderon, the Executive Vice President of Creative Development at Falcon's Beyond. Together they explore the awesome world of anime. Eric knows his stuff when it comes to this, and he's talks about anime's origins, the unique system in which the work is developed and made, the hit shows, and what's next for anime.

Sep 12, 2024 • 41min
The Kids Media Club Podcast: Listener's questions
In this episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, the tables are turned and the listeners get to ask the questions! Jo, Andy, and Emily take their listener's burning questions. The hosts try dusting their crystal ball and explore what the kids media landscape will look like in five years time and they also tackle the pros and cons of using AI in kids media.

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Sep 5, 2024 • 42min
The Kids Media Club Podcast Round-table chat: From Pixels to Big Screens - Fandoms, Flops, and Future Frets
Join hosts Andy, Jo, and Emily for a fun, breezy, and hopefully insightful round table chat on a number of hot topics in this week's episode of "The Kids Media Club Podcast".First up, they tackle the phenomenon of sport fandom and through the lens of Roblox, exploring how incorporate virtual kicks and digital cheers are shaping the next generation of sports enthusiasts.The conversation then moves seamlessly into the cinematic fortunes (or misfortunes) of "Ryan's World: The Movie." - Is it a blunder of epic proportions? The gang debates whether Ryan, the YouTube sensation, failed attempt to move his brand into the world of movies, is a set-back for other YouTubers looking to diversify their personal brands. Finally, the trio share their nervousness over the upcoming "Moana 2." Will the magic of the original be recaptured, or will this sequel be a wash out?

Aug 29, 2024 • 24min
Kids Media Club Podcast : is family cinema back? Insights from Scott Mendelson and Becky Evans
It's a take-away episode this week. Jo, Emily, and Andy explore the topic of family movies and cinema in 2024. They pick some favourite moments and insights from their past interviews with industry experts Scott Mendelson, columnist and box office analyst for Puck, and Becky Evans, content strategist for Generation Media.

Aug 22, 2024 • 21min
The Kids Media Club Podcast: A FAST & Furious takeaways episode on FAST Channels
We interrupt your normal service for a special FAST and Furious takeaways episode all about FAST channels. In this bite-size but turbo charged episode, Andy, Jo, and Emily select their favourite guests insights on FAST channels.

Aug 15, 2024 • 42min
The Kids Media Club Podcast: Guest interview Kevin Gillis
In this special episode of the Kids Media Club podcast, we had the privilege of interviewing Kevin Gillis, the mastermind behind the beloved cartoon show, The Raccoons. Kevin takes us on a captivating journey behind the scenes, sharing valuable insights into how the series was created and the heartwarming impact it had on audiences. Furthermore, he discusses the significance of reintroducing The Raccoons to a new generation, giving us an exclusive peek into what this revival means to him personally. If you're a fan of The Raccoons or simply intrigued by the art of storytelling, this episode is not to be missed!

Aug 8, 2024 • 44min
The Kids Media Club Podcast: special guest Jeff Gomez
In this episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, hosts Andy, Jo, and Emily are joined by special guest Jeff Gomez, President and CEO of Starlight Runner Entertainment. A pioneer of transmedia storytelling, Jeff shares his valuable insights into this ever-evolving landscape. Dive into the world of transmedia and discover the exciting potential it holds for storytelling across different media platforms.

Aug 1, 2024 • 49min
Kids Media Club Podcast: Nickelodeon UK and Milkshake Live-action Programming
In this episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, hosts Andy, Jo, and Emily are joined by Louise Bucknole and Kyle Jenkins from Nickelodeon UK and Milkshake (the preschool block on UK's Channel 5). They discuss Milkshake's slate of local live-action based shows and their strategy for local programming.

Jul 25, 2024 • 30min
Kids Media Club: Special Guest, Kevin Parry, Animation Maestro
Stop motion animator and visual magician is the guest on today's Kids Media Club Podcast. Kevin has built a huge following on all the major social media platforms from LinkedIn to Youtube. He regularly gets viewing numbers networks would envy! In this episode, Kevin chats to Jo, Emily, and Andy about making stop-motion animation go viral, the power of behind the scenes content, and why he likes to think of his audience as a 'network' of collaborators rather than 'followers' and 'subscribers'. Connect with Kevinhttps://kevinparry.tv/Instagram: @kevinbparryTikTok: @kevinbparryYouTube: @kevinbparry
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