TV RELOAD

On today’s podcast I have ‘Jeffery Walker.’ The director from the exciting new 'Stan Original' film ‘The Portable Door’ that is NOW available to stream on Stan Australia.

‘Jeffery’ was a child actor who audiences would know from popular series like ‘Ocean Girl’ and the cult classic ‘Round The Twist.’ 

He now is an 'AACTA' winning content creator who is working with some of the best film makers in the world.

Today we will be talking about 'The Portable Door' and his delight to be directing 'Sam Neil' and 'Christoph Walz.' Who star in the feature film.

The story enters around a man who lands an internship at a mysterious London firm which has a bunch unconventional employees, including the charismatic CEO who is incorporating modern corporate strategy into ancient magical practices.

It has all the magic of a fantasy classic which family can watch together. 

• I will talk to 'Jeffrey' about his transition from child actor to making it behind the scenes. 
• 'Jeffrey will talk about his mentors and his passion for 'Australian Film.'
• We will also talk about the importance of telling stories that young people can enjoy and why this film is so important to his career.

Plus we will get plenty of exclusives from behind the scenes. 

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On today’s podcast I have ‘Esta Spalding.’ The ‘AMC+’ Showrunner from the exciting new series ‘Mayfield Witches’ that is an adapted from the massively popular ‘Anne Rice’ novels.

‘Esta’ is an ‘American’ author, screenwriter and poet that now has a fantastic career in television writing and is the Showrunner of the ‘Mayfield Witches.’ 

Working on shows like ‘The Bridge,’ ‘Masters of Sex’ and the reboot of ‘Party of Five.’ You would have seen her work over the years and this show which has a double episode dropping on AMC+ thisSunday in Australia is worth the watch.

• I will talk to Esta about her career and what it was like to reboot ‘Party of Five?
• Esta will talk about the process of adapting the Mayfield Witches novels and how she chose what to include. 
• We will also talk about Tom Cruise, Harry Hamlin, Lisa Rinna and how David Linch inspired some of the Mayfield Witches.   

Plus we will get plenty of exclusives from behind the scenes. 

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On today’s podcast I have 'Stephen Tate.'  The 'Head of Entertainment and Factual Programs at Paramount +' 

Enjoying possibly one of the longest continuous tenures of any commercial Network Executive in 'Australia,' for the past 22 years 'Stephen' has overseen some of 'Network Ten' and now 'Paramount+' most successful and talked about franchises including:

• 'Australian Survivor!'
• 'The Bachelor!'
• 'The Bachelorette!'
• 'The Amazing Race Australia!'
• 'The Masked Singer Australia!'

Plus the biggest show  to launch in 2022,  which was 'Hunted.'

Today we will be talking about 'I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here 2023!'

Which is back, bigger and better than ever. Broadcasting live, five nights a week from 'South Africa.' Launching this Sunday the 2nd of April at 7:30! 

• You will find out why the show is back LIVE and why it has returned to 'South Africa.'
• 'Stephen' will share some of the conversations he had with the celebrities before filming. You will be surprised to hear the lengths they went to to avoid the late 'Shane Warn's' greatest fear.
• I’ll ask what the hell 'Stephen' is going to do with 'Dr Chris Brown’s' set to say the infamous catch phrase ‘get me out of here!’ 

Plus we will get plenty of exclusives from behind the scenes. 

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On Today's episodes I have a full debrief with the most talked about player ever seen on 'Australian Survivor.

It is 'King George' from the latest season of ‘Heroes vs villains!’

We first were introduced to 'George Mladenov' on 'Brains vs Brawn' two years ago but nothing could have prepared us for what he had in store for us this year.

More Conflict! More strategy! more awkward conversations! (this time on the beach) and one epic Tribal Council that broke the internet!

'George' polarised his audience but also made this season what it was.... and I know 'liz' has won (congratulations) but I think 'George' is the real series-winner from 'Heroes VS Villains' and I am very excited to talk to him today.

• We will talk about George’s ability to read people game and if he managed to manipulate and control his fellow players.
• George will discuss his pregame preparation and if he and 'Hayley' did get together to plan out the season? 
• I’ll ask about the impact 'George’s' game had on the others and where his friendship with 'Simon,' 'Shonee' and 'Liz' has landed.
• I will also unpack that epic tribal-council and find out if 'George' thinks he went too far... and if he felt he was antagonising 'Simon.' 

Plus we will some exclusives on the whole series including some behind the scenes secrets which I am sure you will love.

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On today’s podcast I have 'Riima Daher.'  The Executive-Producer of the captivating new 'ITV Australia' series, ‘Alone Australia.’ Which starts this week on 'SBS.'

(SBS ON DEMAND)

'Alone' has been made all over the world but this time 10 Australian survivalists will be dropped in the remote wilds of 'Western Tasmania.' Completely isolated from the world and each other, stripped of modern possessions, contact and comforts, to self-document their experience – where the last one standing wins $250,000. 

Challenged by the force of nature, hunger, and perhaps the toughest challenge of all: loneliness, you won’t want to turn away until the last person is left standing.

The first episode of this highly anticipated survival series will no doubt captivate its audience. As this show goes well beyond any other show made in 'Australia.'

• We will find out if the conditions could kill the 'Alone' participants?
• 'Riima' will share her greatest fears making the show and what kept her awake at night.
• I’ll find out how Riima found the right people and what the casting team were looking for.

Plus we will get plenty of exclusives from behind the scenes of ‘Alone.’ Which I am sure you will love. 

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On Todays episodes I have a full debrief with the winner of ‘Australian Survivor’ - ‘Heroes vs villains!’

In an epic showdown, ‘Liz’ beat ‘Gerry’ and ‘Matt’ at the final jury after a shock elimination of ‘King George.’

Liz gave a speech worthy of all seven votes and there was no secret who had won the ‘Heroes vs Villains’ competition by the time the pitches had been made.

Starting as a newbie and as a villain it was tough slog but somehow quite effortlessly done as ‘Liz’ outwitted, outplayed and outlasted all the other castaways in ’Network Ten’s’ 2023 series.

• We will talk about ‘Liz’s’ take down of ‘King George!’
• I will ask where the hell ‘Shonee’ was and why she wasn’t there for the reunion Australia wanted.
• ‘Liz’ will also give her takes on ‘Gerry’ and ‘Matt’s’ pitch and I will find out if the order was the same in real life?
• Plus we will some exclusives on the whole series including some behind the scenes secrets which I am sure you will love.

However, let’s bring ‘Liz’ into the podcast and celebrate his exciting win. Which you can now catch up on ‘Ten Play.’ 

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On Todays episodes I have a full debrief with the winner of ‘Australian Idol’ 2023!

Last night 'Royston' beat 'Josh' and 'Phoebe' at the final hurdle.... and what a night of television that finale was! With some epic performances, some technical difficulties and those controversial comments from 'Kyle Sandilands.' 

Yet nothing could take away from the triumphant moment Australia saw 'Royston' crowned the winner of Australia Idol.

'Royston' represented the minorities of Australia with a powerful message to believe in yourself. As anything is possible.

• We will talk about those LIVE moments throughout the night that went wrong and what really happened during his performance of the winners single. 
• 'Royston' will share which winner from the first seasons of Idol messaged him after the show.
• We will talk about 'Kyle’s' ruthless comments and why 'Royston' thinks his comments were wrong.

Plus we will some exclusives on the new series including some behind the scenes secrets which I am sure you will love.

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On this podcast I have this weeks booted castaway from ‘Australian Survivor’ ‘Hereos vs Villains’….. and what a shock to see ‘Simon Me’ and ‘Nina Twine’ snuff their torches and join the final jury council. 

With only 2 episodes left and a finale upon us - there is ALOT to unpack with these guys.

‘Simon’ was the underdog the whole way through the competition and with so much support from the fans and multiple storylines going on - I SIMPLY can’t wait to hear what ‘Simon’ has to say.

• ‘Simon’ will talk about his ability to keep going - while all the odd were against him.
• We will talk about ‘Simon’s’ frustrations with ‘George’ and how he kept his cool
• And ‘Simon’ will also openly discuss his alpha male status and why he isn’t afraid to cry.

‘Nina’ will then join me to discuss her family ties to Survivor and what her Mum thought of her time back on the show. 

• ‘Nina’ will talk about her alliances and why she is frustrated we didn’t see more of her earlier work in the original hero’s tribe.
• I’ll even find out what ‘Nina’ thought might have happened in blood vs water had she not been injured.

Plus we will get plenty of exclusives from behind the scenes from both ‘Simon’ and ‘Nina’ including some interesting takes of the 8th week of ‘Australian Survivor’ which you can now catch-up on -on ‘Ten Play.’

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On this episode I have a full debrief with the eliminated contestants from ‘Australian Idol’ 2023.

My first guest is 'Anya Alchemy' a young blues singer-songwriter from the depths of the 'Dandenong Ranges,' Victoria. 

• We will talk about the pressure of the show and why she seemed a little cross with the judges comments this week.
• 'Anya' will talk about why 'Royston' should win over the others and why she is proud of him.
• I will also find out why she won’t be doing any more singing competition shows.

Then we will bring 'Amali Dimond' into the podcast and equally get the inside story on her Idol journey!

Amali was the early favourite to win and with an amazing voice for her age. The popular teenager from NSW took to the competition like a duck to water.

• We will talk about the pressure being the early favourite.
• How 'Amali' really felt during that shock elimination.
• What her parents think of her being on the shows.

Then we will bring 'Ben Sheehy' into the podcast and equally get some interesting perspectives on his time in the competition.

'Ben Sheehy' is a composer and musician based in 'North Brisbane,' 'Queensland' and while he wasn’t exactly what audiences expected he certainly left an impression on anyone that heard him sing.

• We will talk about if Ben fit into the 'Idol Mould.'
• Why 'Ben' thinks audiences were so supportive of his time on the show.
• How he discovered he could sing this big songs

Plus we will some exclusives on the new series including some behind the scenes secrets from all three guests which I am sure you will love.

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On this podcast I have 'Nathan Mayfield.' The 'Executive Producer' of the captivating four-part musical drama series, ‘In Our Blood.’ Which will premiere this Sunday the 19th of March at 8.30PM on 'ABC TV.'

(FYI you will be able to binge the  series on 'ABC iview' from Sunday and I highly recommend you do so. )

Set in the 80’s, ‘In Our Blood’ tells the story of people from politics, medicine and affected communities grappling separately with arrival of the aids virus in Australia.

'Nathan Mayfield' is the 'Chief Creative Officer' and co-founder of 'Hoodlum,' an ‘Emmy’ and ‘BAFTA’ Award winning Production Company

• We will talk about why this story was important to tell in 2023!
• Where he stands on queer actors needing to play queer roles.
• 'Nathan' will also unpack the rational to make this a musical with the actors talking to the camera.

Plus we will get plenty of exclusives from behind the scenes of ‘In our Blood.’ 

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