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 aud...
Mar 29, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 235
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 $250,0...
Mar 29, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 234
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, outplay...
Mar 28, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 233
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 m...
Mar 27, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 232
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 t...
Mar 22, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 231
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 sho...
Mar 22, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 230
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 Mayfiel...
Mar 17, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 229
On this podcast I have this weeks booted castaway from 'Australian Survivor' and what a shock for the 'Hayley' Stans as we saw our winner from 'Brains vs Brawn' get the chop. We only have 4 episodes left and who better to unpack the competition than one of my favourite players ever. Hayley had to bring so much to the game and we will discuss if returning to the game was always an option. Hayley will discuss her friendship with 'George' and if it is just for camera We will talk surprising results...
Mar 16, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 228
On this podcast I have a full debrief with the eliminated contestants from ‘Australian Idol’ 2023! We had our Top 8 performers cut down to 6 this week as two girls faced the public vote and were sent packing. ‘Noora’ and ‘Angelina’ both had very different challenges on the ‘Channel Seven’ competition and while they wowed audiences at times - I really am looking forward to putting their 'Australian Idol' experience under the microscope. My first guest 'Noora H' has had 'Australia' talking as the ...
Mar 15, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 227
On this podcast I have this weeks booted castaways from 'Australian Survivor' and what a week it has been. Say goodbye to 'Sam Webb,' 'Shonee Bowtell' and 'Shaun Hampson.' What huge week for exit interviews and these guys have some fun stories to share. 'Sam' was in the 1st season returning with a mission to beat his personal best.. 'Shonee' was the first person to return for her third time. And 'Shaun' also a returnee just wanted to be keep in frame as he is literal giant at 6ft 7. First up I w...
Mar 10, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 226
On Todays episodes I have a full debrief with the eliminated contestants from ‘Australian Idol’ 2023 We had our Top 10 performers cut down to 8 this week as two boys faced the public vote and were sent packing. ‘Sash’ and ‘Harry’ both had very different challenges on the ‘Channel Seven’ competition and while they wowed audiences at times - I really am looking forward to putting their 'Australian Idol' experience under the microscope. My first guest ‘Sash’ brought an established sound to the show...
Mar 07, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 225
On this podcast I have this weeks booted castaways from 'Australian Survivor' and what a week it has been. Say goodbye to 'Stevie,' 'David' and 'Flick.' All big names and proof that this competition is really heating up! Stevie was the bumbling villain with a heart of gold and a few scores to settle. David was the lamb backstop within a male strong meat tray alliance. And Flick easily known as flip was the returnee with second chance to improve her game. First up I will chat with 'Stevie' and fi...
Mar 02, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 224
On Todays episode, I have a full debrief with the eliminated contestants from ‘Australian Idol’ 2023! We had our Top 12 performers cut down to 10 this week and I for one was quite shocked with some very talented singers going home. ‘Maya’ and ‘Jasey’ brought a lot to the ‘Channel Seven’ competition and I think we now know how tough this rebooted ‘Idol’ is going to be. My first guest ‘Maya’ is the oldest contestant this year - at 28 years of age. I love that she always saw herself going on the ‘A...
Feb 28, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 223
On Todays episodes I have a fun chat with someone I am a little obsessed with this week - it is 'Christie Whelan!' 'Christie' is an Australian performer who has worked extensively in musical theatre as an actress, dancer and singer. She has also appeared on television shows and in films throughout her career. However I want to talk to her about her latest sketch comedy series ‘We Interrupt This Broadcast’ which Starts 7.30pm Tuesday, 28 February on 'Channel 7' and 7plus! A fast, furious and long...
Feb 25, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 222
On Todays episodes I have one of my favourite personalities 'Julia Zemiro.' 'Julia' is a French-born Australian television presenter, radio host, actress, singer, writer and comedian. She is best known as the host of the music quiz and live performance show 'RocKwiz' which now has a new home on Foxtel! 'RocKwiz' airs Friday’s at 7.30pm on 'FOXTEL' and 'On Demand.' If you have never seen it before make sure you check it out. Julia a phenomenally entertaining and joy to watch. Plus if you love mus...
Feb 24, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 221
As you would know I am obsessed with Australian Survivor and I am doing the exit interview chats for 'Hero’s vs Villains.' So this episode we will be talking to the latest booted castaways from Week 4 First up we have 'Jordie Hansen' who no secret is one of my favourite contestants in both seasons I have watched with him in in. 'Jordie' reentered the 'Australian Survivor' universe with a nick name firmly slated as 'The Joker.' Beautifully selected as a 'villain' and 100% a fan favourite for many...
Feb 23, 2023•49 min•Season 1Ep. 220
On today’s podcast I have two actors, ‘Lincoln Younis’ and ‘Claude Jabbour’ who are making a lot of noise in the 'Paramount +' series ‘Last King of The Cross.’ Both ‘Lincoln’ and ‘Claude’ play brothers in the latest telling of ‘John Ibraham’s’ story of Australia's most notorious nightclub mogul. The series as debuted on ‘Paramount +’ this week and you will be blown away by the intensity brought to the performances which we will talk about today on this episode. We will discuss how the boys prepa...
Feb 17, 2023•20 min•Season 1Ep. 220
On today’s podcast I have ‘Fraser’ who was booted from 'Australian Survivor' this week after a very hectic Tribal Council. 'Fraser' was totally doing well in my mind - minding his p’s and q’s! When somehow he got caught in the crossfire of 'George' vs 'Simon.' Which saw 'Fraser' "Blindsided" and sent home. This week has been pretty crazy in Survivor world. First JLP lost his mind building hype for this week's episodes and then the media started signing off on it too and now fans hav been saying ...
Feb 16, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 219
On this episode I have ‘Aisha Scott’ who is currently starring on Season 1 of ‘Below Deck Down Under’ on 'Channel Seven’s' new 'Bravo Channel. 'Aesha Scott' made her debut appearance as chief stew in ' Below Deck Down Under ' after successfully completing two seasons as stewardess in 'Below Deck Mediterranean.' The series chronicles the lives of crew members who work and reside aboard a 150-foot-plus 'Superyacht' during a charter season in Australia. Which consists of filming for around six week...
Feb 11, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 218
On today’s podcast I have ‘Jimmy Rees’ who is currently appearing on Season 1 of ‘Taskmasters’ on 'Network Ten.' 'Jimmy Rees' was an Australian children's entertainer best known for playing the role of 'Jimmy Giggle' on 'ABC Kids' but now he has switched kids audiences for adults in plenty of comedy sketches roles across the country. Including the latest hilarious comedy series 'Taskmasters' on 'Network Ten.' Where 'Tom Gleeson,' and his trusty sidekick 'Tom Cashman,' have been setting a series ...
Feb 10, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 217
On today’s podcast I have ‘Sarah Marschke’ who is our latest eliminated castaway on ‘Australian Survivor: Heroes vs Villains.’ Sarah is known for her title as ‘Miss World Australia’ and while that made headlines on a global scale it was the controversial acquisition that she pushed a competitor down a flight of stairs that had her competing as a villain in the current explosive season of 'Australian Survivor.' I always believe where there is smoke there usually is fire. So we will find out the f...
Feb 08, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 216
This episode I am joined by Joanna Werner from 'Werner Productions' and we will be talking 'Crazy Fun Park' which you can catch up on now on the 'iview' app as it is a fantastic new series on the 'ABC.' 'Joanna Werner' is a three time 'Emmy' Nominated, 'AFI,' 'AACTA' and multi 'Logie' award winning producer. 'Nicholas Verso's' 'Crazy Fun Park' tells the story of 'Chester,' an introverted teen who makes the incredible discovery that his recently deceased best friend, 'Mapplethorpe,' is one of a g...
Feb 04, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 215
Catch up on all your 'Australian Idol' news with host 'Scott Tweedie.' 'Scott Tweedie' is a television, radio host, presenter and producer. 'Tweedie' is currently back in Australia hosting 'Australian Idol.' However, over the last couple of years has been calling the US home hosting on the ‘E! Network.’ The first week of 'Idol' has shown audiences that the brand integrity has been kept in tack and hasn’t strayed too far from what fans know and love of the show . I will find out from 'Scott' abou...
Feb 03, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 214
First up we have 'Anjali Rao' who is know as an international journalist, TV personality and former ‘housewife’ on the 'Real Housewives of Melbourne.' We will find out what makes 'Anjali' a villain and why producer mysteriously buried her former role on housewives during the promotion of the 2023 series. I will also ask if she has permanently swapped journalism for reality? Plus 'Anjali' will breakdown the 1st episode which will give you some exclusives on what actually went down during her bonk...
Feb 02, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 213
This episode I was lucky enough to organise a special guest from 'Married At First Sight Australia.' Someone who has been with the show for quite sometime. It is Relationship Expert 'John Aiken.' 'John Aiken' is trained in the field of relationships and has worked in private practice for over 20 years. He focuses on giving out practical advice to singles and couples. This is his 10th season and it is exciting to hear what we have install for the 2023 season. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...
Jan 28, 2023•39 min•Season 1Ep. 212
Iconic star-maker series Australian Idol is ready to unearth a new generation of Australian artists when it premieres Monday, 30 January on Channel 7 and 7plus. Kyle Sandilands joins me to discuss his return to the series. Kyle Sandilands is an Australian radio host and television personality. He is currently the co-host, with Jackie O, of the weekday morning radio program The Kyle and Jackie O Show on Sydney's radio station KIIS 106.5. From 2005 to 2009, and again in 2023, Sandilands served as ...
Jan 27, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 211
This episode marks the official start of 2023 season and I am kicking off with 'Network Ten’s' 'Australia Survivor' castaway 'Benjamin Law.' Benjamin Law is an Australian author and journalist. He is best known for his books ' The Family Law' and the TV series of the same name. He is an activist and LGBTI here and I am so excited to chat with him today. Benjamin Law is certainly the unlikely casting we did not see coming and today we will find out why and how he said yes to 'Australian Survivor....
Jan 26, 2023•33 min
This episode of the podcast I have someone I have chased to come on the pod since the very first episode. It is 'ITV Studio Australia’s' superstar EP and secret weapon. 'Jaala Webster.' Truth be told Jaala is usually locked away working on shows like 'I’m a Celeb,' 'The Voice' and 'Love Island Australia.' Especially at the times I usually feature these shows. It made sense to record this episode in the non ratings and this will be my last episode of the summer series before I am back fully on de...
Jan 20, 2023•50 min•Season 1Ep. 209
'Jed, Felix and Thomas ' join me to discuss exactly what is in store on ' The Bachelors ' as production company ' Warners Bros .' shakes up one of their biggest global franchises, ' The Bachelor .' These three men's lives are set to change as the show launches this Monday night at 7:30 on Network 10 and 10play on demand. Felix has already had his fair share of interest on social media Jed unpacks the 'Neapolitan Ice Cream' theory and which flavour he thinks they all are! Thomas explains which se...
Jan 06, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 208
"Osher Günsberg" is probably the most recognisable male TV presenter in ‘Australia.’ He started off on ‘Channel V’ in the 90’s, became a household name on ‘Australian Idol’ and currently hosts ‘Network Ten's’ most celebrated Reality-TV-Shows. Osher Günsberg "I have been very lucky to have been able to work with some very amazing people." Osher joins me on this episodes to talk about how ‘The Bachelor’ and it has changed. Osher Günsberg "Different seasons of 'The Bachelor' has been produced by di...
Jan 05, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 207
