Sydney’s radio results are in and the results are a massive sigh of relief for Kiis with the breakfast show sitting at number 1 in the rankings. We have all the details on why and how the Kyle and Jackie audience have stayed loyal, for the moment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 23, 2026•23 min•Season 3Ep. 40
Details from ARN’s statement of claim in their defence of terminating the contracts of Kyle and Jackie O have been made available today, we talk with our legal expert Michael Byrnes about the key points from their case. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 22, 2026•28 min•Season 3Ep. 39
In this episode, we’re joined by former head of MMM Mike Fitzpatrick to discuss this week’s survey results. GfK survey 2 numbers land on Thursday and it will be our first glimpse into the impact of the Kyle and Jackie O implosion. Where will the audience go and how quickly will we see that movement from KIIS to other stations. Listen now for some educated guesses as to what might happen on Thursday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 19, 2026•20 min•Season 3Ep. 38
With so many big names on the list of potential replacements for the Kyle and Jackie O show, we think there’s one person well and truly qualified who most have overlooked and we’ll introduce you to him in this episode. Also this week, we have uncovered more audio breadcrumbs from Jackie and Gemma's 'Her Best Life' podcast which might suggest that Jackie had been unhappy with the show but unsure how to address her concerns. Game Changers Radio is brought to you by RCS , the world’s largest broadc...
Apr 17, 2026•37 min•Season 3Ep. 37
in this weeks episode, we discuss the murky line that can exist between the drama and theatre of conflict on the radio and when that line is crossed into something more dangerous. When did Kyle and Jackie cross that line? We also discuss the prospect of a Karl Stefanovic breakfast show on KIIS. Can it happen? What will it sound like? Hit play and find out. Game Changers Radio is brought to you by RCS , the world's largest broadcast software company. And is edited by Abe's Audio. Hosted on Acast....
Apr 10, 2026•36 min•Season 3Ep. 36
Lawyer Michael Byrnes joins us on the podcast to dissect Jackie's explosive statement of claim revealed today as she continues her legal battle with ARN. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 08, 2026•34 min•Season 3Ep. 35
Marty Sheargold was our first guest on game changers 10 years ago - April 7 2016. In a full circle moment we catch up with Marty and talk about his life after radio. Special thanks to Jay Mueller, Astrid Edwards, David Collins, Wade Kingsley, Triana Butler, Josh Torney, Dom Evans and the amazing Irene Hulme for making this podcast possible. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 06, 2026•44 min•Season 3Ep. 34
In this episode, we dive deep into the collapse of Australia's biggest radio show. How did it come to this? What were the signs of the coming storm? Craig and Irene address all your questions and what ifs. We also talk with the Inspired Unemployed who are back with a brand new podcast. Game Changers Radio is brought to you by RCS , the world's largest broadcast software company. And is edited by Abe's Audio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 03, 2026•46 min•Season 3Ep. 33
On April 1 2001, a brand new radio station launched in Sydney, Nova 96.9. Nova was original, it was exciting, it was irreverent. It sounded different. Led by the iconic breakfast duo Merrick and Rosso, Nova 96.9 changed the way Australian Top 40 radio was programmed. In this episode, we talk with former head of content Dean Buchanan and Tim Ross about the launch of one of the truly iconic radio brands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 31, 2026•35 min•Season 3Ep. 32
And the hits keep on coming for ARN with a damages claim being made against them by Jackie O, we have all the details with our legal expert Michael Byrnes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 31, 2026•26 min•Season 3Ep. 31
In this episode, we discuss the once-in-a-generation opportunity that is open right now for the next great Sydney breakfast show to step up and take the mantle now that Kyle & Jackie O have left the scene. Who will it be? Is it a show that is on the air right now, or is there someone waiting in the wings ready to step up? We discuss the breakfast landscape in Sydney in detail and give you our verdict. Game Changers Radio is brought to you by RCS , the world's largest broadcast software compa...
Mar 27, 2026•38 min•Season 3Ep. 30
Today was Kyle's first appearance in a Sydney Federal court where he has argued that his termination was invalid and that he should be allowed to to return to his show on KIIS. We'll talk about all the legal implications of todays developments with Michael Byrnes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 27, 2026•24 min•Season 3Ep. 29
You've all heard about this mysterious group the 'Mad F**kin Witches', but what is it like to go into battle with them? Adam Lang has done it twice and he has the scars to prove it. Adam was 2DAYFM's general manager when the MFWs first took to their broomsticks and they followed him in his next role at 2GB where they took down Alan Jones. How do they work? Can they be stopped? Why does an activist group hold so much power over a show they don't actually listen to? This is required listening if y...
Mar 25, 2026•21 min•Season 3Ep. 28
We have Kyle's court filings and Michael Byrnes our legal expert gives us his thoughts and insights. Can Kyle force ARNs hand and be reinstated on KIIS? Listen now and find out what could happen next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 24, 2026•31 min•Season 3Ep. 27
In this episode, we talk with our legal expert Michael Byrnes about the legal proceedings that have been commenced by Kyle. What does “specific performance” mean? Is there a chance that Kyle could be back on KIIS if he wins this battle? Where does this leave Jackie and her claim. All of the legal questions you've been thinking about but were too afraid (and unqualified) to ask are in this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 23, 2026•29 min•Season 3Ep. 26
Almost 8 years ago, Craig and Kyle spent an hour talking about his radio career, from humble beginnings in regional Australia to the biggest show in the country. Hear his story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 21, 2026•59 min•Season 3Ep. 25
In this episode, we talk to Kyle & Jackie O's first breakfast producer Paul Dowsley about the launch of the Kyle & Jackie O breakfast show on 2DAY FM in 2005. We have some incredible audio clips as well as insights from those first planning sessions. Also this week, we take one last look at the back of the napkin and update our plan for Kyle and Jackie to move into new media, plus we have more insights into the meeting with Gemma O'Neill and ARN which triggered the end of the Kyle and Ja...
Mar 20, 2026•50 min•Season 3Ep. 24
We have a full analysis of today's radio ratings, including a deep dive into the final survey result for Kyle & Jackie O on KIIS1065 Sydney Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 19, 2026•20 min•Season 3Ep. 23
In a shocking but not unexpected move, ARN have terminated their services agreement with Kyle Sandilands. The largest talent deal in Australian media history is in tatters.We analyse Kyle's blistering response to his termination and his plans for fighting this in court. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 18, 2026•21 min•Season 3Ep. 22
In this episode you'll meet our new friend Michael Byrnes . Michael, a partner at Sydney law firm Swaab, is a workplace relations lawyer. He's joining us to help us understand the potential consequences if the Kyle and Jackie O show ends with a legal battle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 16, 2026•26 min
Another massive development in this story with the Australian Communications and Media Authority have hit ARN and the Kyle and Jackie O show with a series of additional licence conditions which will apply to any show hosted by or featuring Kyle or Jackie for the next five years. Under the conditions, ARN must ensure that any program hosted by Kyle or Jackie “does not broadcast content which is highly offensive or which contains strong and explicit Sexual References by the standards of an ordinar...
Mar 16, 2026•14 min•Season 3Ep. 20
In this week's episode, we pick apart the pros and cons of a potential Kyle and Jackie O podcast strategy and reveal the results of whether you would pay for their content. Plus we talk to one of Australia’s best marketers about why there brand has been so successful for so long. Game Changers Radio is brought to you by RCS , the world’s largest broadcast software company. and is edited by Abe’s Audio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 13, 2026•34 min•Season 3Ep. 19
The very latest on the battle to save the Kyle and Jackie O show, will we ever hear it again on KIIS, or is it “legally dead’? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 12, 2026•19 min•Season 3Ep. 18
Kyle speaks directly to his listeners. We have the full statement, along with thoughts on what might happen next. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 10, 2026•17 min•Season 3Ep. 17
In this is episode we’ll introduce you to the Mad F’n Witches, the activist group behind the #VileKyle campaign and the antagonist in this story. According to many, the reason this show is no longer on the air is due to them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 09, 2026•29 min•Season 3Ep. 16
A fresh update on the Kyle and Jackie O fall out, including Kyle’s $88 million dollar payout. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 07, 2026•23 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Jackie O is gone, Kyle Sandilands is facing a potential contract fight with ARN, and the future of the show — and KIIS FM — is suddenly uncertain. In this episode of Game Changers Radio , we'll discuss the life changing epiphany that Jackie came to at the end of last trigger which triggered their relationship breakdown, the legal standoff now unfolding behind the scenes and what happens to the KIIS audience if the show finishes, Now that the Kyle & Jackie O era is officially over, Sydney bre...
Mar 05, 2026•41 min•Season 3Ep. 14
The show is over. Hear everything you need to know. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 03, 2026•20 min•Season 3Ep. 13
This week on Game Changers , things get personal. After last week’s explosive on-air bust-up between Kyle and Jackie O, Craig gets a shoutout from Kyle… then a private phone call. No beef. Some regrets. A few admissions. And one big question hanging in the air: what happens next? Is this the beginning of the end? Or a necessary rupture before a reset? This is the most honest conversation we’ve had about the biggest show in the country. Follow us on Instagram @gamechangers.radio and share your Au...
Feb 27, 2026•42 min•Season 3Ep. 12
ARN end of year financials have been released today and they’re bad. Very bad. Revenue down $30 million. Hear Tim Burrowes thoughts on the numbers and what needs to happen next. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 25, 2026•13 min•Season 3Ep. 11