TV RELOAD

Today on the podcast I have Julian Cress who is the Executive Producer of ‘The Block’ on 'Channel Nine.' The 18th series starts August 7th - this Sunday night and we have a special preview at what this season will look like!

Julian was an investigative journalist before he made the change to Reality TV and very shortly after a few creative ideas - he and his creative partner came up with the concept for 'The Block' which has become a staple in our homes for nearly two decades. 

Very rarely do you hear people knocking back plans on a Sunday night for free to air television but when 'The Block' is dropping a new season - not even a lamb roast or a date with 'Tom Cruise' can stop most Australian families soaking up the action - with room reveals being unmissable each week. 

Delivering season after season, you could be forgiven for laughing at 'The Block' coming back each years with a tag line - The Biggest 'Block' in history - but when you think of the ways in which they have kept this show fresh - it is something which is kind of true and I look forward to a future season set in space - which we will probably see if the show keeps up its ratings.

We talk new contestants, this years biggest drama, why they are taking the show regional and cracker of a story - which answers the age old question - how do we stop reading about ourselves on social media. 

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Today on the podcast I have New Zealand's favourite TV personality host Clint Randell. Who is pumped to be hosting Channel Seven’s brand new dating show Heartbreak Island Australia, which launches this Thursday on 7 Plus!

The show debuts on Seven’s streaming platform on the 4th of August and with less television guidelines, less rules to obey when it comes to how saucy they can go - you’d be forgiven for calling this Seven’s new streaming platform a steamy platform.

Over the years we have become accustomed to our favourite dating shows on free to air television but now we have something new with a format that is designed to see the contestants hook up, bust up and manipulate their way to a cash prize that is 100 percent a tangible certainty! (I am sure they can play-out their ill-fated relationship journey on their social media platforms once the show ends but having the cash will most certainly come in handy.)

Clint takes us behind the scenes, explains some of the new exciting twists instal and talks about the lack of privacy for the contestants. Sounds fun right?

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Today on the podcast I have 'Dr. David Craig,' who is the 'Chief' currently leading the hunt’ on 'Channel 10’s new hit series 'Hunted!'

The ground-breaking new series from 'Endemol Shine Australia' asked the question: "If you had to disappear without a trace, with a team of elite investigators in pursuit of you, could you evade being captured"

Well, while that question will get answered this week in 'Hunted's' series finale - I am going deep dive into Series One and get the answers from retired 'AFP' 'Dr David Craig' who has been at the front of the hunt of those 18 fugitives.

With limited funds and resources, the fugitives attempted to evade and remain undetected for 21 days.

The show is an elaborate concept that has had Australia audiences questioning how true to life this show really is. So when I had the opportunity to unpack the behind the scenes with the person in the top job - I jumped at it and I have all the answers you guys have been thumbing for weeks.

We will find out why a former 'Detective Superintendent' at the 'Australian Federal Police' would say yes to being on a reality show, why ‘the hunters’ never changed their clothes, (I know how ridiculous that sounds but believe you me - that has been a talking point on social media,) was there a camera crew making the fugitives too easy a target and who is set to play 'Dr David Craig' in a book based on his life.

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Today on the podcast I have the latest eliminated queen from 'RuPaul's Drag Race: Down Under Series 2' - it is 'Faux Fur!'

This week the entire queer media has fallen over themselves organising a chat with the queens that make up 'RuPaul's Drag Race: Down Under Series 2' - Which has debuted its first episode out on 'Stan Australia' now.

Well , I am inline baby and rightfully so - the show has been an international celebration of queer and diverse themes that simply wasn’t around when I grew up. So I commend everyone for embracing this revolution. What 'RuPaul' has brought to global stage is nothing short of amazing and it has been phenomenal to see our entertainment reporters, journalist and podcasters all support this Australian version of the hit franchise.

Sadly I was sick last week and had to change my plans to at the launch but I have 'snapped out of it' and am ready to bring you the tea from every eliminated queen each week. 

These episodes are short but certainly pack a punch - much like todays guest. 'Faux Fur' was loud and obnoxious but in drag world that is something to celebrate. So sit back and enjoy the chat and feel free to let me know what you think!

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Today on the podcast I have Rebekah Emaloglou, who has popped in to celebrate the finale of 'Neighbours' which will be screened across Australia tonight at 7:30 on Channel 10!

After 37 years the show will come to a fitting end with cast, old and new being apart of this massive television event. 

Rebekah has been apart of the soap for the last 10 years and while it is unknown how her character 'Teresa Willis' will be seen in tonights send off. One thing is for sure her character will be remembered for years to come. 

Fans are excited to see the likes of 'Kylie Minogue,' 'Jason Donavon' back on 'Ramsey St' and Bek is here to tell us what the final moments on set were actually like, what 'Guy Pearce' brought up on set, who still has her start struck and where she will be for the finale tonight!

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Today on the podcast I have the most talked about contestant of 'Beauty and the Geek Australia' 2022 - it is 'Mike Gambaro!'

The latest season of 'Beauty and the Geek' on 'Channel 9' has really come into its own and the show defiantly has more humour, warmth and ridiculousness than ever before.

Joining the cast of 20 'geeks' and 'beauties' is Radio panellist and self confessed 'Batman' fanatic Mike Gambaro and since he was paired with 'Heidi' - we have fallen in love with their journey on the show.

He has the most talked about make-over so far, online he ranks the most likely to succeed and whether he ends up with the girl - I feel like this isn’t the last we will see of Mike - with a bright future ahead of him.

We will talk all those fake geek rumours, how often he has been catching up with Heidi, how the cast got along behind the scenes and for those 'Batman' fans - mike will tease his already penned 'Batman' script.

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Today on the podcast I have one of the key ingredients to 'Neighbours' success over the last 37 years. It is casting legend, Jan Russ!

Jan has been at the top of the the appreciation list when it comes to many of the actors who have walked the streets of Ramsey St. 

The actors who were cast by Jan loved her enthusiasm for the show and her undeniable love of actors. If you had a meeting with Jan you never forgot it - as she always found a way to add some value to the careers and the minds of the hopefuls who stood before her.

Responsible for the initial cast and the ongoing series for decades - her credits include, Kylie Minogue, Guy Pierse, (all three Hemsworths), Maggot Robbie and that is just a small handful of names who found their career origin story at 'Neighbours.'

We will talk everything casting, the backstory to Neighbours, early trials and tribulations, what Jan would look for in an actor and what she thinks of the soap coming to an end. 

However, let's get started with this celebration of neighbours I would like to welcome Jan Russ to TV Reload!

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Today on the podcast I welcome Masterchef Australia’s 2022 most celebrated fans - it is Keyma and Daniel. 

This season as the fans took on the favourites we saw some real growth from Daniel and some impressive wins from Keyma. Both had some extra magic that led them to stand out the most. Keyma had an infectious shimmy. Daniel with his boy next door charm.

They may not have walked away with the big prize but I guarantee you that their names won’t be forgotten.

We will discuss how they got so far, the lasting friendships, what is next and all the twists and turns along the way! 

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This year Australia was treated to Reggie Bird’s return to the Big Brother House. While we celebrated 21 years of Big Brother Australia being on Australian screen we saw the same warmth, heart and humour. help win her the competition for a second time.

Reggie has been through a lot with her sons cystic fibrosis, her deteriorating eye sight and a few extra bumps along the way. Never the less, Reggie has never given up and she took on this new format with just as much gusto as the younger newbies.

We talk about Reggie’s win, has she heard from Gretel Killeen, her memorable moments, what she has learnt from a life full of lessons and we will even get a few home truths on some of her former housemates.

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Today on the podcast I have Masterchef Australia’s 2022 winner and runner up - it is Billie and Sarah.

This season we welcome back to the kitchen the most celebrated contestant ever and while these ladies had their work cut out for them with some impressive Fans, it was two remaining favourites who battled it out in the finale.

This is the second time Billie has won Masterchef and while she cashed in her $250,000, I feel like this experience is more than the money. Both girls can walk away from the competition with their heads high and I can’t wait to see what they do next! 

We will discuss their final bond, friendships, what is next and all the twists and turns along the way! 

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