TV RELOAD

Featuring actress Doris Younane, who’s career spans over 35 years with an extensive body of work in film, theatre and television. 

I have seen Dorris in all of those formats and have loved her work from an early age. You would remember some of her career highlights: such as the film The heartbreak Kid which subsequently went on to have its own TV series which she also stared in.

Doris’ extensive television credits also include Blackjack, Sea Change, Party Tricks, The Wrong Girl, Secret city and if you haven’t seen Frayed then check that series out on ABC iVew.

We will be talking about Doris' role as Heather in the TV series FIVE BEDROOMS which is only available on Paramount + the latest steaming service in Australia. Heather is complicated, warm and in Doris own words we have not seen a character like her.

I hope you listen to this interview and check out Doris' work as she is Australian actor royalty.

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This week on the podcast I have Michael Lucas featured to chat about 'The Newsreader' on ABC which debuts this Sunday night at 8:30 PM. (15th August)

Michael Lucas is a writer, producer and script editor. He’s worked successfully across several genres, from the relationship dramedy of Offspring, to the Prison thriller of 'Wentworth,' the political drama of 'Party Tricks,' and the comedy of 'Rosehaven.' 

He was also involved with a couple of iconic TV deaths, like Patricks death on 'Offspring' and Bea's death on 'Wentworth.' While that may seem bleak he has also cultivated and created some of the best TV characters of this generation.

He is one of my favourite television creators and I can notice his work in everything he does.

Today as we focus on 'The Newsreader,' we will discuss sexism in the newsroom, the gains LGBTI people have made on Australian TV’s and of course how the show was researched and put together.

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Today on TV Reload I have Simon Mee from Australian Survivor. He played a strong game right from the start and has been featured heavily thought-out the current series of Brains vs Brawn on Channel 10.

Sunken with two immunity idols, he is the shock elimination no one saw coming. Which is what all Survivor fans know as a ‘blindside.’

I for one am going to miss those budgie smugglers and his game play. however, the show must go on to outwit, out last out play till we have a winner.

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This week on the Podcast, I have the delightful Shelley Craft to chat about The Block ‘Fans vs Favourites.' I have already been watching the series which debuts on Sunday the 8th of August and I can confirm this season is the most explosive yet with some confrontation and drama that could rival MAFS.

Shelley Craft is back for her 14th year as the series. Shelly has an infectious laugh and a turn of phase that audiences have been enjoying for many years. I have loved watching Shelley’s career grow from strength to strength - as I have followed her career since 'Saturday Disney' and 'Funniest Home Videos.' Shelley has been a staple on our screen for as long as I can remember and I am delighted to chat with her Pre Block madness.

This is the biggest shakeup in 'Block' history, for the first time there will be no house plans for contestants to work off – this is going to be an insane series. This year, Blockheads must not only renovate the mammoth project, they’ll also have to design the layout and I think this may be why the tension is at an all time high.

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This week on TV Reload I have Amazon Prime Video’s Gavin Rubinstein who you can catch on the new series Luxe Listings Sydney… This new series was made by Eureka Production for Amazon and Gavin is fast becoming one of Australia’s favourite reality TV stars. 

The show is set amongst the Iconic beaches of Sydney with breathtaking properties and tackles one of the most cutthroat real estate markets in the world. For the first time ever in Australia we see these multi-million dollar homes being bought and sold by trio of unlikely reality TV stars who are Australia’s agents. They will stop at nothing to deliver results for their demanding clientele, while balancing their hectic personal lives and careers. It is a brilliant show and I am sure you will get something out of this chat with Gavin as he was really generous with his thoughts on the show. 

Luxe Listings Sydney reinvents reality TV in my mind, and we will discuss why that is, plus we will chat about how Gavin got involved, the first failed attempt to get him on television to the remarkable success of this new series. He is coming to us from the set of series 2 and we are super lucky to have him on tv reload today

Series one is available on Amazon Prime Video Australia and all 6 episodes can be binge watched so get on that if you haven’t already…

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This week I have Network Ten’s The Bachelor, Jimmy Nicholson on the show. He is a breathe of fresh air and I am sure you will love him. Channel Ten launched the new series last Wednesday and it certainly feels like classic 'Bachie' series but with a real sense of romance and genuine connections. 

We will find out how he became the Bachelor and what happens behind the scenes. Plus I will find out what Jimmy's side hustle is when he is not flying…. He really is from another world.

The Bachelor is on channel Ten Wednesday and Thursday nights from 7:30 (AEST) and you can catch up on previous episodes on 10 play on demand.

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This week I have Caitlin Shea who is the executive producer of ABC’s Australian Story. It is hard to believe but Caitlin has been on the show for 25 years and is currently turning in some of the series best work to-date. 

If you have never seen this series then I am jealous as you have some serious binge watching to catch up on. From missing person to feel good stories - the amount of research that has gone into this show is remarkable.

Caitlin 100 percent puts the "real" back into reality television. 

Australian Story is an award-winning documentary series with no narrator and no agendas — just authentic stories told entirely in people's own words. 

Each week Australia has been taking 30 minutes to immerse themselves in the life of an extraordinary Australian. They're sometimes high profile, sometimes controversial, but always compelling. It’s television guaranteed to make you think and feel.

New episodes are available every Monday at 8pm (AEST) on ABC TV.

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Fenton Bailey & Randy Barbato are the founders of 'World Wonder'. Both of these men are just as inspiring as you could have ever imagined. I personally have followed their work for years, they are award winning! They are Emmy winners who most would know are behind the global phenomenon RuPaul's drag race….. but at their core they are storytellers who have been giving voices to those who need a bigger platform who deserve a bigger platform!

Their documentary film work includes Carrie Fishers 'Wishful Drinking', 'The Eyes of Tammy Faye', 'Monica in Black and White, Gender',''Revolution with Katie Couric and The Last Beekeeper'….. They have a mission to tell the truth, and to be honest. i’s simply unbelievable work….

This week I will focus on their new series 'Catch and Kill: The Podcast Tapes' which debuts on Binge here in Australia and HBO internationally on July 13th. This documentary follows the Harvey Weinstein investigation and explores the systems protecting powerful men accused of awful crimes, with never-before-seen footage from this culture-shaking story.

Book this into your calendar because the series is groundbreaking and it will blow your mind in ways you won’t expect. I raise a content warning: There are General discussions of violence against minorities. Specific discussions of assault and rape my upset some listeners. If you are triggered by some of this content please contact Beyond Blue who provides information and support to help everyone in Australia.

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