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	Pub. Date	Title	Duration
	04 Jun 2021	McKnight Tonight with Sunrise EP Michael Pell	00:55:45
Michael Pell is one of the most powerful people in television. As the Executive Producer of Sunrise his influence extends beyond the breakfast timeslot and into prime time as the Seven Network uses his skills on major live events. These days Michael rarely gives interviews, so it’s a rare glimpse into his thoughts on what makes good TV, ratings and competition. But he also talks about his personal relationships with his former boss Adam Boland and former host Samantha Armytage. It’s an interview where nothing was off limits and Michael doesn’t hold back. Topics of discussion: · 2.20 – His rise through the ranks · 3.20 – Work experience at the TODAY show · 4.20 – His relationship with former boss Adam Boland · 8.10 – The launch of Wake Up and the poaching of staff · 11.15 – The pressure of taking over Sunrise and maintaining the #1 position · 14.00 – Ratings pressures · 19.00 – Ratings spin: Metro v National figures · 26.48 – Dealing with cast changes and keeping the audience · 33.13 – How his relationship with Sam Armytage changed over the years · 35.27 – Kochie’s future · 37.25 – Watching the TODAY show implode · 41.00 – His analysis of the TODAY show, including claims of copying · 43.00 – Pranks on set (including when Michael has worn the Cash Cow suit and surprised the hosts live on air) · 45.20 – Prime time projects and his future at Seven · 47.45 – Meeting his new partner, Daniel, at work and how their love grew 53.00 – Why he doesn’t do interviews like this any more Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	30 Mar 2021	S05E09 Cyber attacks, Ratings wins and Dan Ewing	00:45:28
It’s been a week of chaos for channel 9 with a cyber attack and your good friends at TV Blackbox have all the inside goss. We’ll also go down the rabbit hole and give Logies organisers some advice on what they must do to make sure the awards are credible going forward. Also, there’s more exclusive news and our guide to what we’ve been watching over the past week. In this episode: · 1.28 – Channel 9’s cyber attack · 7.41 – Nine wins Q1 · 12.56 – The figures are in and they show viewers have switched off ELLEN · 17.01 – Is Holey Moley set to return to Channel 7? We have breaking news · 20.16 – The Logies are back, but not everyone is happy · 27.37 – Hatches and Dispatches · 29.48 – INTERVIEW: Dan Ewing · 39.19 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	05 May 2020	S04E13 \| Goodbye Pete Evans, Hello Big Brother, and A chat with Peter Helliar	00:56:51
We're a day late but not a dollar short! There is so much to talk about in this edition of the podcast we almost have to race through the topics to fit everything in! Each week the TV Blackbox team take you behind the scenes, wade through the PR spin and launch into the reality that is the Australian television business. In this episode: 5.13 - Seven refuses to stand by Pete Evans 8.45 - Is TV WEEK set for the chopping block? 12.49 - The 4 four contestants of BIG BROTHER revealed! 17.23 - Does the ABC need more funding or is there still fat to be trimmed? 22.40 - FOXTEL announces a big new partnership 26.49 - Hatches & Dispatches 31.20 - Programming Wrap (10 beats 7, ABC News Breakfast beats TODAY) 41.41 - Peter Helliar interview 54.30 - TV Blackvault Follow the @TVBB_podcast crew: @rob_mcknight @shrimptank @viscountbrooky @BenjaminJNorris @SteveMolk Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tv_blackbox Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/TVBlackbox/ Visit our website: https://tvblackbox.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	16 Dec 2019	McKnight Tonight with Julia Morris	00:32:20
You’d be hard pressed to find anyone in the entertainment industry who has a bad word to say about Julia Morris. A comedian, actress and presenter; she is a triple threat who’s become a go-to host for Network ten on a string of shows including I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! which returns on January 5. Never one to shy away from work Julia is embarking on another tour in 2020 and tickets are on sale now at livenation.com.au or www.juliamorris.com In this episode Julia talks about; What went terribly wrong that saw the entire crew of a TV show she was working on see her poo Running out of money when she risked it all to move to the UK How her husband kept her grounded with the best piece of advice What went wrong with Sunday Night Takeaway Why flirting with Dr Chris Brown doesn't work any more Why she insists on censoring some footage caught on camera for I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here Subscribe to McKnight Tonight and TV Blackbox here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/tv-blackbox-mcknight-tonight/id1415436461 Robert: Julia, welcome to McKnight Tonight. Julia: How are you, hon? Robert: I'm very well, all the better for hearing from you. Hey, television, it's a roller coaster ride. You have had an extraordinary career. Do you feel that you are now at the top of your game? Julia: Well, I'm concerned about the top of the game because isn't the next bit the slide? Robert: Very good point. Very good point. Julia: Every year I'm still employed, it's not lost on me, I must say. I think I remember many years ago, Andrew Daddo saying to me, I'm talking in the 90s and he had this lovely take on, "Your first two years, you think you're the biggest star to ever hit the televisual and then for the next two years you're like, I'm kind of a senior in the industry and then the next two years you're like, Oh God, I hope I don't lose my job. I've got an awfully big mouth all of a sudden." And then he said, "The next two years you're probably out of work. And then the two years after that, you're so grateful to have a job, you just keep your head low and try your best." Robert: I think there's so much truth to that. Now I need you to correct me if I'm wrong here. I have a very vague recollection of you appearing in Kathy Griffin's My Life on the D-List where- Julia: I did. Robert: You did, so this is the bizarre thing though. She was in England trying to get across all things English and suddenly I saw an Australian teaching her about being English. How the hell did you get that gig? Julia: Isn't that dreamy? I actually had been working with the production company that were making that show. I got married to Dan in the New Year's Eve of 2005 and went straight away after getting married to New York to go and work with the production company that make Kathy's show. And so when they were in the UK they wanted the perspective of what's it like to be a foreigner in the UK as a stand up and what to look out for and what to avoid. Robert: Ah, okay. That works- Julia: So that was sort of the vibe and plus, Kathy Griffin, oh my God, she's a goddess. Robert: Yeah, absolutely. That must've been an amazing shoot because you really did take it- Julia: It was incredible. Robert: You really did take a chance going to the UK for a while, didn't you? You'd had some success in Australia with Full Frontal and then you... Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	24 Aug 2020	S04E25 \| COVID-19 shutdowns, Ellen dumped, and 7 goes to court	00:45:24
The more things change in TV, the weirder they get. We're a man down but that won't stop the team delivering unique insights into the television industry! Each week the TV Blackbox team take you behind the scenes, wade through the PR spin and launch into the reality that is the Australian television business. In this episode: 1.41 - COVID-19 shuts down multiple TV productions 8.18 - Studio 10 holds secret auditions for a new host 13.30 - Melissa Doyle leaves 7 16.21 - Simon Reeve sues 7 18.14 - The BBC drops terms like 'television' and 'radio' 23.22 - Channel 9 dumps ELLEN 26.00 - Hatches & Dispatches with Sarah 27.59 - The Programming wrap with Molk (Covering Plate of Origin, The Block, The Masked Singer, Sunrise & Today) 41.11 - Ben opens the TV BLACKVAULT Follow the @TVBB_podcast crew: @rob_mcknight @shrimptank @viscountbrooky @BenjaminJNorris @SteveMolk Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tv_blackbox Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/TVBlackbox/ Visit our website: https://tvblackbox.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	10 Aug 2020	S04E23 \| Payouts, Parties & Politics	00:52:05
We're baaaaaack... and fired up! You can tell the team have been missing our weekly catch-up to talk all things TV because things get a little rowdy. No surprises, it's Rob v everyone on the big issue of the day - journalists sharing their politics views. Each week the TV Blackbox team take you behind the scenes, wade through the PR spin and launch into the reality that is the Australian television business. In this episode: 3.55 - A new twist in the worker's compensation case against Channel 7 11.37 - The TODAY show's winning streak in Brisbane... and why it's so important 19.14 - Is it all over for Ellen? 27.53 - 9 News Melbourne wins the year 30.26 - Hatches & Dispatches 33.46 - The Big Issue: Should journalists be sharing their political views? 47.56 - The TV Blackvault Follow the @TVBB_podcast crew: @rob_mcknight @shrimptank @viscountbrooky @BenjaminJNorris @SteveMolk Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tv_blackbox Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/TVBlackbox/ Visit our website: https://tvblackbox.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	31 Aug 2020	S04E26 \| Seven steals Nine's voice, Seven wants everything, Seven DOESN'T want cricket	00:56:23
The team are all together to break down another big week in television. The financial results are in... and it's not good news - but is there light at the end of the tunnel? Channel 7 is dominating headlines as it gains THE VOICE from Nine and looks set to buy more of Nine's programs. Each week the TV Blackbox team take you behind the scenes, wade through the PR spin and launch into the reality that is the Australian television business. 1.18 - 7 Steals 9's voice 7.59 - 7 wants everything 13.03 - 7 doesn't want cricket 17.54 - How COVID-19 is affecting local productions 23.17 - Stan goes local 30.15 - Plate of Origin takes on The Block 34.59 - Hatches & Dispatches 37.16 - The Big Issue - Seven & Nine deliver their financial results 52.26 - TV Blackvault Follow the @TVBB_podcast crew: @rob_mcknight @shrimptank @viscountbrooky @BenjaminJNorris @SteveMolk Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tv_blackbox Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/TVBlackbox/ Visit our website: https://tvblackbox.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	30 Dec 2018	McKnight Tonight with Bonnie Lythgoe & Frazer Hines	00:51:24
From the classic movie To Sir With Love to So You Think You Can Dance, Bonnie Lythgoe has worked with some of the greats of the entertainment business. Now she's sharing the story of her success and a bit of backstage gossip too! In this raw and very honest conversation Bonnie talks about her complicated marriage to American Idol judge Simon Lythgoe and what led to their divorce, plus how her close friendship with pop star Lulu turned sour. Her Australian pantomimes haven't been without controversy, we'll find out what she knew about the alleged affair between Lauren Brant and Beau Ryan plus why she openly supported Sir Cliff Richard publicly during his darkest hours. Then, Doctor Who star Frazer Hines pops in for a quick hello in between performances. McKnight Tonight is part of the TV Blackbox podcast feed, subscribe here: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/tv-blackbox-mcknight-tonight/id1415436461?mt=2 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	27 Jul 2021	S06E03 A week of sadness was with the loss of some giants of the TV industry	01:02:45
In this episode we take time out to remember the TV people who died this past week. It has been a week like no other with several high profile people passing on. We also talk about 10's PR war, Seven's Olympic ratings and Nine's good news. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	17 Aug 2020	S04E24 \| Carnage at 10, Corby at 7, and Chatting with Denyer	01:03:22
It's amazing what can happen in just one week! Who'd have thought since our last recording a raft of channel 10 starts would be out of work, Schapelle Corby would be making her reality TV debut and THE CHASE would be moving to Sydney! Whatever is happening you know the team at TV Blackbox have got you covered. Each week the TV Blackbox team take you behind the scenes, wade through the PR spin and launch into the reality that is the Australian television business. In this episode: 1.53 - Mass redundancies at 10 12.20 - Is Andrew Rochford joining Studio 10? 18.04 - Schapelle Corby creates headlines by joining a reality TV show 25.35 - Google takes on news media over planned reforms 36.00 - Hatches & Dispatches 38.20 - Grant Denyer 59.21 - The TV Blackvault is opened Follow the @TVBB_podcast crew: @rob_mcknight @shrimptank @viscountbrooky @BenjaminJNorris @SteveMolk Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tv_blackbox Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/TVBlackbox/ Visit our website: https://tvblackbox.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	05 Oct 2020	S04E31 \| LOYALTY!	00:57:22
Does loyalty exist in the TV industry any more? It's a topic that will divide our team as we look at the changing landscape of the industry. Each week the TV Blackbox team take you behind the scenes, wade through the PR spin and launch into the reality that is the Australian television business. Plus there are plenty of other topics for as to fire up over: · 2.20 – SBS refuses to help the ABC · 9.27 – Hot Seat gaffe gives contestants a second chance at a million dollars · 13.38 – 10 Shake gets off to a… well, shaky start · 17.50 – Wk 40 ratings wrap · 27.34 – AACTA awards go lowbrow · 29.38 – Check the tape or let an F bomb go to air! · 32.58 – Hatches & Dispatches · 35.06 – BIG ISSUE: Does loyalty exist in the TV industry any more? · 52.26 – TV Blackvault (with no silly sounds) Follow the @TVBB_podcast crew: @rob_mcknight @shrimptank @viscountbrooky @BenjaminJNorris @SteveMolk Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tv_blackbox Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/TVBlackbox/ Visit our website: https://tvblackbox.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	29 Aug 2020	BONUS - Mal Walden	01:11:04
Throughout the podcast, Mal Walden talks about: Life in lockdown Being sacked by Channel 7 just hours before going to air Public protests that followed the sacking Great story about Greg Pearce and his first taxi ride to Channel 7 Thoughts on the recent cuts to the news division at 10 The changing style of presenting over the years Thoughts on new owners of television and the link to cuts Is the newsreader the main reason for ratings performance? A number of bloopers over his career How his media career started What his longetivity is attributed to His new book *Mal Walden's Crazy Crims* Passion for writing Previous and future publications in writing Mal's recent book is *Mal Walden's Crazy Crims* from Brolga Publishing and is available now Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	12 Mar 2021	Noni Hazlehurst on Play School, Better Homes and getting naked	00:47:27
Noni Hazlehurst is an Australian television icon, starting her career on The Box in 1974 Memorable moments would sparkle the television landscape with roles in The Sullivans, Waterfront, The Shiralee and The Letdown. A whole generation of Australians watched her present the ABC's flagship program, Play School, for over 20 years. She was the main presenter of Better Homes and Gardens on Channel 7 for a decade and then had a lead role in the Seven drama series, City Homicide. In 2013, Noni went on to play Elizabeth Bligh / Goddard in the Seven and then Foxtel series, A Place to Call Home. She currently stars in the new Australian drama, The End. In this podcast, Noni Hazlehurst talks to TV Blackbox about: Playing a significantly different role in The End Baring all on screen How the elderly are treated in the aged care system Play School, and should we move with the times Women in a male dominated industry The state of Australian drama Memorable moments Why she has not appeared in reality formats Acting with her son William in City Homicide The future and THAT smile Special thanks to Vanessa Hollins at Foxtel for organizing this interview The End - 8:30 Tuesdays on Fox Showcase or all 10 episodes On Demand Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	23 Dec 2018	McKnight Tonight with Psychic Medium John Edward - Part 2	00:40:49
*Part 1 can be found here: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/mcknight-tonight-with-psychic-medium-john-edward/id1415436461?i=1000425925914&mt=2 Did Psychic Medium John Edward channel Princess Diana on Australian television? That's the question many have asked after John unknowingly read Paul Burrell, Diana's butler, on I'm a Celebrity Get me out of here. For the first time you will hear what really happened behind the scenes. In this wide-ranging chat, John also reveals why he likes Atheists, what the purpose of readings is and the moment he doubted his abilities. McKnight Tonight is part of the TV Blackbox podcast feed, subscribe here: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/tv-blackbox-mcknight-tonight/id1415436461?mt=2 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	14 May 2021	NICK BRACKS on modelling, television and mental health advocacy	00:55:33
Nick Bracks is well known in Australia for his modelling career, various high profile businesses, his stint on Dancing with the Stars, a role in Neighbours and his advocacy work in the mental health space. In this podcast: Nick Bracks discusses: The perceived pressure of being the son of Victoria's longest-serving Premier His unhealthy and private obsession with fitness at a very young age Turning to alcohol after dropping out of uni His high profile car accident in which he was charged with DUI His modelling career Appearing in gay magazine DNA Being a finalist in Cleo Bachelor of the Year Dancing with the Stars His role on Neighbours The non-discriminatory nature of mental health Move Your Mind podcast A number of mental health scenarios (including myself) Mental health of reality show contestants His website nickbracks.com Movie Your Mind: How to Build a Healthy Mindset for Life (book) His next steps Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	07 Sep 2019	EXCLUSIVE look at an OzTam Ratings box	00:13:49
In an unassuming flat in an outer Sydney suburb lives Jenny. Jenny is one of the most powerful people in television - her viewing choices help shape our television schedules. TV Blackbox was given an exclusive viewing experience in a household with a ratings box. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	25 May 2020	S04E16 \| Fake News, Scandals & A FREE Streaming Service	00:54:21
There are twists and turns aplenty as we dissect the latest news from the TV industry. Big launches are happening on various networks and the battle in breakfast has taken a complete turn. But most of all did you know just as Foxtel launch BINGE, Australia has a free streaming service? Yep... seriously! Each week the TV Blackbox team take you behind the scenes, wade through the PR spin and launch into the reality that is the Australian television business. In this episode: 3.42 - 60 Minutes delivers fake news... and viewers aren't happy 13.08 - The big tech giants get ready to battle local media... but what is it all about? Brooky explains it all 23.54 - A porn scandal rocks Big Brother 30.32 - Does Foxtel's new offering, BINGE, stack up? Molk takes it for a test drive 34.06 - How you can join Australia's FREE streaming service... with plenty of great content 36.10 - Channel 7 to air less ads, but will advertisers pay more? 38.54 - Hatches & Dispatches with Sarah 43.16 - Molk brings us the Programming Wrap 50.53 - Ben open the TV Black with some juicy surprises! Follow the @TVBB_podcast crew: @rob_mcknight @shrimptank @viscountbrooky @BenjaminJNorris @SteveMolk Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tv_blackbox Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/TVBlackbox/ Visit our website: https://tvblackbox.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	02 May 2019	McKnight Tonight with Meshel Laurie: Anxiety, Breakdown and a saviour	00:28:32
TV and Radio personality Meshel Laurie reveals why 2019 has been so hard. After hitting rock bottom the popular presenter has pulled back from her commitments on The Project and her radio gig. She's also turned her back on social media, a platform she was heavily engaged in. This story is beautifully honest as Meshel talks about the bad times, including how she turned to alcohol and contemplated suicide. It's also a story of coming through the other side (which is still a work in progress) and how the kindness of strangers can make all the difference. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	27 Feb 2019	McKnight Tonight - Surviving Suicide	01:12:50
Josh isn't famous but his story is one that needs to be told. As a young girl named Kayla, Josh faced many challenges growing up in South Western Sydney. He didn't fit in and knew he was in the wrong body. After years of heartache, Josh was finally able to transition, but the effect those years of torment have had on him continue to affect his mental health. Josh has attempted suicide many times, including a recent attempt where he ran his car off the road and flipped. But now he is feeling better and wants to share his message. It's still tough, but he says there is hope. Mental health is an issue that also affects the media industry and it's one we are only just starting to talk about. Listen to Josh's story, you'll be glad you did. If you need someone to talk to, please go to: https://www.beyondblue.org.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	18 Jun 2020	S04E19 \| Threats, Turmoil & Racism	00:54:41
Yvie Jones is our special guest while Brooky takes a well earned holiday. There's lots to discuss as the industry deals with the issues raised from the Black Lives Matter movement... and we have some juicy goss as well. In this episode: 4.22 - DARYL SOMERS facing legal threats from his former business manager; 9.55 - BAUER MEDIA sells up; 16.13 - JOSH THOMAS raises a question about racism, only for his own perceived racist comments to come back to haunt him; 25.13 - JOHN CLEESE lets rips UK streamer pulls an episode of FAWLTY TOWERS; 36.45 - Hatches & Dispatches with SARAH; 40.57 - MOLK takes a look at the ratings results in the 7.30pm prime time battle; and 52.00 - BEN opens up the TV Blackvault. Follow the @TVBB_podcast crew: @rob_mcknight @shrimptank @viscountbrooky @BenjaminJNorris @SteveMolk with special guest @yviejones Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tv_blackbox Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/TVBlackbox/ Visit our website: https://tvblackbox.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	14 Sep 2020	S04E28 \| Deals, deletions, and DOA	00:43:35
Let's just say at least one network won't be happy with this week's episode. Each week the TV Blackbox team take you behind the scenes, wade through the PR spin and launch into the reality that is the Australian television business. In this episode: 1.27 - Seven goes to war with Cricket Australia 5.59 - Social media turns on Studio 10 14.17 - OzTam to change the ratings game 19.33 - How does 10 News First have one presenter hosting two bulletins at the same time? 23.25 - Plate of Origin a real stinker for Seven 28.49 - Hatches & Dispatches 31.32 - A new plan for drama content 39.45 - TV Blackvault Follow the @TVBB_podcast crew: @rob_mcknight @shrimptank @viscountbrooky @BenjaminJNorris @SteveMolk Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tv_blackbox Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/TVBlackbox/ Visit our website: https://tvblackbox.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	20 Apr 2021	S05E10 Inside secrets from the set of The Real Housewives of Melbourne, Netflix in trouble and can Neighbours suvive	00:59:42
We take a two-week break and the TV industry explodes with big stories. Luckily, we’re back to bring you our insights and commentary. Molk is also back to deliver his recommendations on what to watch and Sarah’s running late (even though she’s literally 2 feet away on her boathouse). In this episode: · 1.47 – More developments in the Neighbours racism allegations · 8.48 – Byron Bay residents take on streaming giant Netflix · 17.17 – Seven’s big glossy presentation showcasing their Olympic coverage plans · 23.06 – The ratings race hots up as MAFS ends and MasterChef and Lego Masters begin · 29.53 – Amazon Prime spends up big on its LOTR series · 36.49 – Seven announces the cast for SAS Australia · 41.44 – Hatches & Dispatches · 43.28 – INTERVIEW – Real Housewives of Melbourne star Anjali Rao · 52.08 TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	11 May 2021	S05E13 Has Craig McLachlan destroyed his brand, a 60 Minutes cameraman describes how he was tortured and are TV types out of touch with viewers?	01:07:20
A lot has happened since our last episode, which is why we’ve had to do two big news sections this week. Things get a little heated during the discussions… and for once Rob isn’t involved! No, this time it’s Aaron and Molk on ratings and demos and the rest of us still don’t understand what they’re talking about! In this episode: · 2.42 – Bert Newton has his leg amputated · 4.14 – Paramount+ Launch date and content details · 11.07 – Ben Williamson describes how he was tortured by local authorities during the 60 Minutes Beirut kidnapping scandal · 18.46 – Good news for the streaming market as Kayo hits 1m subscribers · 24.03 – 10 brings Pilot Week back, but are big changes needed to make it work? · 32.31 – The local council that wants SBS to move to the suburbs · 40.25 – Hatches & Dispatches · 41.53 – 7’s bombshell Craig McLachlan interview · 49.59 – Week 19 Ratings · 52.25 – Is Big Brother failing to fire because of a lack of ‘eye candy’? · 56.37 – Monday morning ratings results · 1.00.03 – Nine News Adelaide does the impossible · 1.02.28 – News Corp’s local media plans Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	21 Sep 2020	S04E29 \| Rob's in trouble (again), Networks being sued (again), and Nine is still the one (again)	01:04:48
Well, it's fair to say our little podcast made a fair bit of news last week! So, in true McKnight style, Rob tackles the criticism head on and the team have a big discussion on truth, commentary and remorse. But fret not, there's plenty of laughs along the way too! Each week the TV Blackbox team take you behind the scenes, wade through the PR spin and launch into the reality that is the Australian television business. In this episode: 1.57 - The fallout from Rob's comments about Studio 10 last week 10.21 - Ex-presenters and staff suing multiple networks over lack of entitlements 14.46 - Sunrise pulls out the big guns in order to fend of a resurgent TODAY show 19.13 - What did everyone think of the Virtual EMMYS? 24.11 - Should Pete Evans be banned from television? 33.36 - Hatches & Dispatches with Sarah 36.30 - Nine Upfront 42.43 - Hamish Turner 1.01.10 - TV Blackvault Follow the @TVBB_podcast crew: @rob_mcknight @shrimptank @viscountbrooky @BenjaminJNorris @SteveMolk Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tv_blackbox Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/TVBlackbox/ Visit our website: https://tvblackbox.com.au Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	16 Sep 2020	Adam Shand -- Australian Crime Stories	00:24:02
Adam Shane -- Australian Crime Stories Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	04 Jan 2021	McKnight Tonight with ASH WILLIAMS from I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here	01:03:33
Ash Williams is a legend! Pure and simple. As he finds fame on the 2021 edition of Channel 10's I'M A CELEBRITY GET ME OUT OF HERE! we find out why he didn't want to do the show, how he missed out on being THE BACHELOR and there are plenty of secrets revealed along the way. Strap yourself in for a wild ride with the most unpredictable man in showbusiness Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	08 Jun 2021	S05E17 Ita under attack, Big Fines & The ultimate ratings breakdown	01:03:37
Buckle in friends because it’s going to be a bumpy ride! Aaron’s had a week to do some research and he’s coming out fighting as he takes Molk to task about the ratings performance of Channel 7. In fact, there’s a lot of talk about ratings this week as we look at a few key elements when it comes to the ratings race. Seven and 10 have launched campaigns for two of their biggest shows but will the promos actually get viewers in? We deliver our verdict. In this episode: · 2.13 – Conservative commentators call for Ita Buttrose to resign from the ABC · 12.26 – News media organisations fined for breaching suppression orders · 15.22 – Week 23 ratings wrap (including discussion on whether sport is the only thing saving Seven’s schedule) · 27.02 – The figures are in: Sunrise is dominating breakfast · 37.06 – Seven launches The Voice and 10 launches Survivor: Brains v Brawn · 46.10 – Hatches & Dispatches · 47.13 – The Big Issue: Should the private social media accounts of ABC employees be considered official accounts? · 56.30 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	15 Jun 2021	TVBB S05E18 Andy Lee jumps to Nine, AGT gets some real star power and A Masked Singer is revealed!	01:00:19
As we get close to the halfway point of the year production is amping up in TV land but not everything is going to plan. For some there is joy and for others a world of pain. This is TV Blackbox S05E18 In this episode: · 1.58 – Andy Lee launches a new show called The Hundred · 6.27 – Seven announces a star-studded judging panel for Australia’s Got Talent · 11.00 – Problems for 10 with reports the network could soon go off air in regional Australia · 15.22 – Lindsay Lohan reveals to us why she won’t be part of The Masked Singer as our readers uncover one of the celebrities · 21.07 – Nine’s Doctor Doctor doesn’t make it out alive · 27.43 – Week 24 ratings wrap · 40.41 – Hatches & Dispatches · 42.42 – The Big Issue: Who would you cast in the next batch of celebrity reality TV Shows? · 52.46 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	21 Aug 2020	JOHN WOOD	01:05:39
Rafferty's Rules, Blue Heelers and stage theatre extraordinaire John Wood speaks to TV Blackbox about his life and some of the roles that have been fondly cemented into Australian families memories. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	17 Aug 2021	S06E06 Big Profits, Big Delays and a Big Argument	01:05:46
There's a lot we're trying to cram into this episode as the world of TV never rests. It's been a week where Seven really showed how they're turning things around, Ellen couldn't find a home on Australian TV and Nine made a pitch to advertisers about older Aussies. But can you believe it's THE PROJECT that leads to a bit of a barney - it will be interesting to get your feedback on who is right and who is wrong! Also, with the launch of Paramount+ we get Molk to share his first thoughts about his experience using the platform. In this episode: 1.19 - Married At First Sight delayed 4.34 - 7's big profit results 8.06 - Ellen dumped from Aussie TV 11.28 - Foxtel nabs the rights to the Motor GP 15.15 - Ratings wrap Week 33 30.19 - What the VOZ ratings system means and is it of any value 37.29 - Nine's big pitch - older Aussies matter 48.56 - Hatches & Dispatches 50.26 - First reactions to Paramount+ 53.30 - TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	23 Aug 2021	S06E07 - Is THE BLOCK a disaster for Nine? \| Best Breakfast TV team \| Jimeoin!	01:00:40
What happens when you put TV fanatics in a room together to discuss ratings? All hell break loose! It’s fair to say Molk and Aaron have differing opinions on how The Block is performing for Nine but which opinion will sway you? Meanwhile Rob wants to know which breakfast team you like the best – so he’s started a poll! Sarah has great insight into Seven considering mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations for all employees. And we speak to the comedian just about every Aussie loves – Jimeoin! Oh, and here is the clip of Sean Lock playing Carrot in a Box that Rob was talking about (you will seriously be happy you’ve watched this): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UGuPvrsG3E In this episode: · 1.13 – Channel 7 considers mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations · 5.45 – TV PR teams ban reality TV stars from their own social media accounts and start posting for them · 9.51 – BREAKFAST TV POLL: Who is your favourite team? · 16.33 – Do we need Children’s content quotas? · 26.27 – Ratings wrap: Week 34 · 39.01 – Hatches & Dispatches · 40.30 – INTERVIEW: Jimeoin · 48.01 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	31 Aug 2021	TVBB S06E08 – The impact of COVID-19 on the TV industry	01:06:24
The TV Blackbox podcast noticed a running theme this week with a number of productions affected by the pandemic. There’s a lot packed into this episode which features a special report on what’s ahead for the rest of the year and Liz Hayes joins us to chat about Undercover Investigation and 60 Minutes. Plus we’ll look at the ratings of week 35. In this episode: · 1.29 – Sunrise gets COVID-19 · 4.01 – Love Island goes for fun but is forced to change locations at the last minute · 7.22 – Nine’s financial results and NRL rights · 14.09 – Media Watch takes reality TV shows to task over product placements · 17.33 – News Breakfast beats Sunrise and Today · 19.35 – Ratings WEEK 35 · 32.03 – Hatches & Dispatches · 33.46 – SPECIAL REPORT: What we know about Q4 · 41.06 – INTERVIEW: Liz Hayes · 51.25 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	07 Sep 2021	S06E09 – Replacing the Logies \| Big ratings changes \| The Block is back!	01:15:10
There’s the usual disagreements, arguments and possible even some agreeing as we tackle the TV topic of the week. Ratings is the most-talked about topic in the TV industry and with VOZ set to change the way figures are reported we get to the bottom of what it all means in a special report. Channel 9’s The Block is back in the ratings race as the cheating scandal gives the show some real momentum, but Aaron is taking channel 10 to task over their programming decisions. And while the public might think ACMA is a toothless tiger, is that how the organisation is viewed withing the industry? In this episode: · 1.45 – Logies out, TV Blackbox award in · 6.43 – The worst TV programming decision of the year · 14.31 – Ratings Wrap Week 36 · 20.07 – Piers Morgan cleared by UK watchdog · 25.39 – Is ACMA a toothless tiger? · 34.43 – Hatches & Dispatches · 36.45 – What is VOZ and how will it change the ratings system? · 51.30 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	12 Sep 2021	DAN EWING talks SAS Australia, action films, Home and Away and the power of meditation	00:39:24
He might be well known for his role as Heath Braxton on Home and Away, but Dan Ewing is coming into his own with the leading man status in a number of films. Dan Ewing joins the TV Blackbox podcast for a chat about his decision to enlist on the Seven Network's SAS Australia. Throughout the podcast Dan chats about: why he decided to join SAS Australia being exposed to tear gas changing of a personable tone to a serious tone for the show being the team encourager focus and determination for SAS on air relationships between the recruits mindset during challenges on the show physical fitness use of meditation in daily life Occupation: Rainfall film being the leading man in films Love and Monsters on Netflix roles he is interested in for the future Home and Away impact of COVID on industry and family relationships what is coming up next Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	14 Sep 2021	S06E10 – Covid-19 testing issues \| Twitter Trolls \| The next big ratings battle	00:59:40
A new addition to the team sees us look at the big stories from the week, dissect ratings and share our viewing experiences \| TV Blackbox S06E10 While channel 10 deals with a positive COVID-19 case, many in the industry are perplexed by the lack of on-site testing at the Pyrmont office. But 10 isn’t the only ones in trouble. Georgia Love has faced a backlash over some social media posts while Lisa Millar has been forced off Twitter due to vile and nasty attacks. Australia’s television industry is never boring, that’s for sure! In this episode: · 1.50 – 10’s COVID-19 issues · 6.33 – The Sunrise team take a tough stance on vaccinations · 8.50 – Lisa Millar leaves Twitter after the trolls attack · 19.23 – Georgia Love demoted at Seven after some social media posts · 29.21 – Hatches & Dispatches · 31.02 – Ratings Week 37 (including VOZ results) · 34.25 – The Sunday Night Ratings Battle § The Voice v The Block v Survivor Finale · 39.17 – The Monday Night Ratings Battle § The Block v SAS Australia v The Masked Singer · 48.01 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	15 Sep 2021	Erik Thomson and Bevan Lee celebrate the return of BACK TO THE RAFTERS	01:04:45
In the first part Bevan Lee chats about: the complexities of writing the new iteration of Rafters the overall theme of the 6 episodes a look at the key characters and how they are re introduced Michael Caton's performance as a dementia patient recasting the role of Rachel Rafter other favourites returning Libby Tanner's character how the Amazon deal happened Between Two Worlds possibility of season 2 of Rafters the magic ingredients of a reboot In the second part Erik Thomson chats about: any hesitancy in returning to the show the reunion with the cast what is in store for Dave and Julie how the show came back together who was missed in the reunion reuniting with Libby Tanner (from All Saints and Pacific Drive) difference between making the show with Amazon as opposed as to with Seven meeting now wife Caitlin McDougall working with Caitlin on The Alice Always Greener who is the most popular out of Dave Rafter, George Turner and Mitch Stevens? Aftertaste on ABC next projects the "missing" Logie Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	23 Sep 2021	S06E11 Reporters in danger \| Torture porn \| 9 Upfront	01:05:28
It’s been a tough week for the TV industry with reporters targeted by protesters and TV productions facing a shutdown over COVID-19 transmissions. Rob, Molk, Aaron and Sarah bring you the big TV stories of the week and take a look at Channel 9’s upfront presentation, where new programs were showcased for the first time. In this episode: · 2.43 – TV reporters in danger covering the Melbourne protests · 7.28 – 9 Upfronts · 12.13 – A TV worker transmits COVID-19 forcing lockdowns across Northern NSW · 17.13 – Has SAS gone too far with its ‘torture porn’? · 23.35 – Ratings Week 39 · 32.23 – Hatches & Dispatches · 33.49 – INTERVIEW: Hamish Turner – Channel 9 programming boss · 56.04 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	24 Sep 2021	Hunter Page-Lochard chats about the heart wrenching new ABC series FIRES	00:23:08
the level of responsibility as an actor portraying a significant Australian tragedy insights offered by families and volunteers to the cast and crew reliving a tragedy through a character premise of the series Mott (Hunter's character in the show) Mott and Tash the end of episode 1 (no spoilers) how the fire scenes are actually filmed working with the big names of the Australian industry Play School Streamline where he feels most comfortable acting in the perfect role the balancing line between good drama and showing respect to victims and families how the tone of the show could be described Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	29 Sep 2021	TVBB S06E12 – Media censorship \| Is NBC coming to Oz? \| Why 10 News First staff are angry	00:49:02
It was a week where police tried to censor the media, there was talk of NBC wanting to launch their streaming service over here (what does that mean for current content deals) and a new appointment set tongues wagging – and not for good reasons. In this episode: · 1.38 – Police impose media restrictions in Victoria · 4.34 – Is Peacock coming to Australia? · 10.51 – Management changes at 10 News First – but the new leadership is off to a rocky start · 13.42 – Ratings wrap Week 40 · 19.47 – TV Boxies · 23.00 – Hatches & Dispatches · 24.32 – Big Issue: Seven CEO James Warburton wants us to stop talking overnight ratings · 41.08 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	13 Oct 2021	TVBB S06E13 – Angus Ross talks 7 Upfronts \| Squid Game breaks a record \| Media workers turn on employers	01:02:29
The week off has left everyone fired up and ready to talk TV! With a network presentation, a mega-hit show and some breaking news, the whole team is here to share (force) their views on anyone who dares to listen In this episode: · 2.11 – 7 Upfronts (including interview with Programmer Angus Ross) · 24.14 – Sam Frost hounded off social media · 29.28 – Netflix employees turn on the streamer · 33.03 – Ben Fordham leaves Ninja Warrior · 34.26 – Ratings Wrap · 43.13 – TV Blackbox gets banned by FaceBook · 47.46 – Hatches & Dispatches · 49.19 – Squid Game becomes Netflix’s official #1 show · 50.15 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	21 Oct 2021	S06E14 – 10 brings the sizzle \| Lisa brings controversy \| Big Brother brings surprises	00:47:56
A day late but certainly not a dollar short! The team is ready and raring to talk the stories of the week \| TV Blackbox S06E14 It was the week channel 10 showcased its 2022 slate while Lisa Wilkinson’s publicity campaign for her new book hit a snag… and news leaked about the All Stars Big Brother Cast. In this episode: · 1.45 – 10 Upfront – The New Shows · 9.09 – 10 swings the axe · 11.35 – Lisa Wilkinson faces a backlash over claims in her new book · 16.15 – Nine’s new NRL deal · 19.15 – Ratings Wrap · 28.07 – Big Brother All Stars cast revealed · 31.14 – The BBC names the top 100 shows of the 21st century · 34.28 – Hatches & Dispatches · 35.49 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	27 Oct 2021	Is the axe about to swing on THE PROJECT? \| Guns in Hollywood \| Allison Langdon	00:51:16
The team are down a member, but Allison Langdon swings by for a chat about her relationship with Today co-host, Karl Stefanovic, and new series Parental Guidance. Is The Project in danger after repeated low ratings, and concerned bosses in the US? The world has been watching as investigations continue after Alec Baldwin fired a prop gun, which killed a cinematographer and injured a director - what could this mean for the future of weapons use on film and television sets? Plus, as the tight ratings race continues between Seven and Nine, which Channel 10 show surprised everyone, and even had Rob McKnight admitting he was wrong? All that, and more, in the edition of the TV Blackbox Podcast. In this episode: 1.22 - Inside the TV ratings war 9.21 - Production paused on Alec Baldwin film 14.50 - The future of The Project 20.15 - The ratings race 28.10 - TV Blackbox Awards finalists 30.01 - Hatches & Dispatches 31.40 - Allison Langdon interview 45.58 - TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	03 Nov 2021	Is Channel 10 heading the way of the dodo? \| Sam Frost backflips on COVID-19 vaccine \| Tammin Sursok	00:58:59
It's a full house today as the team deep dives into Ten's ratings... and it's not good news. PLUS Tammin Sursok gets candid about her eating disorder and making it in Hollywood \| TV Blackbox S06E16 We know The Project is underperforming on Channel 10, but how does the rest of their programming stack up? Rob takes us through the numbers. Is all forgiven now that Sam Frost has announced she will be getting the COVID-19 vaccine, after Seven introduced mandatory double vaccination for all employees. And, did Michael Clarke or Today break any Codes discussing an alcohol endorsement? All that, and more, in the edition of the TV Blackbox Podcast. In this episode: 2.00 - Channel 7 to take full control of Prime TV 5.54 - Channel 10 rating analysis 12.43 - The ratings race 19.36 - The new quotas that could be introduced to streaming platforms 21.24 - Sam Frost backflips on her vaccine stance 24.11 - Michael Clarke's questionable Today Show appearance 27.27 - Hatches and dispatches 29.04 - Tammin Sursok 49.13 - TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	08 Nov 2021	9 CLAIMS #1 IN KEY DEMOS - INTERVIEW: PROGRAMMER HAMISH TURNER	00:12:28
Nine has come out today claiming to be NUMBER 1 IN 21 - A claim they say is backed up by wins in key demos and their primary channel. Rob spoke to Nine's programming Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	10 Nov 2021	S06E17 – Everyone’s a winner, baby \| Viewers WANT drama \| Goodbye Alan	01:01:52
As Nine and Seven beat their chest about being #1, the team reflects on comments left by viewers in reaction to our analysis of 10’s ratings performance. In this episode: · 1.25 – Nine & Seven say they’re #1 · 9.06 – Why viewers feel betrayed by the network they once loved · 17.38 – Ratings Wrap · 20.49 – Amazon Prime Video offers a new suite of channels · 25.18 – Alan Jones departs SKY NEWS · 27.25 – The creator of THE BLOCK hits back at viewers who say they don’t want drama. · 31.33 – Hatches & Dispatches · 32.42 – INTERVIEW: Mitch McTaggart · 52.48 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	17 Nov 2021	S06E18 – Anjali Rao: The reality of making Reality TV #RHOM	01:00:07
Anjali Rao from The Real Housewives of Melbourne is our special guest as we talk all things TV and get the inside goss on making a hit reality TV show. In this episode: · 1.30 – Anjali Rao on making The Real Housewives Of Melbourne and the shocking twist coming this Sunday · 17.53 – Nine’s programming boss says too many shows rely on celebrities · 23.10 – Channel 10 defends The Project in a very bizarre way · 29.18 – Is Lisa Wilkinson a ‘shameless media whore’? · 35.52 – Ita Buttrose defends her ABC and takes no prisoners · 40.29 – Ratings Wrap · 48.00 – Hatches & Dispatches · 49.00 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	01 Dec 2021	TVBB S06E19 – Season Finale	01:03:54
In the final episode of the year we announce the TV INDUSTRY WORKER OF THE YEAR \| TV Blackbox S06E19 In this episode: · 2.52 – ABC Upfronts · 7.21 – Matt Doran apologises to Adele · 20.49 – Disney+ take THE SIMPSON’S from Seven · 22.05 – 10 admits it has problems with THE BACHELOR · 28.33 – 2021 Ratings winners · 36.13 – Hatches & Dispatches · 37.18 – TV Blackbox awards (including the naming of TV WORKER OF THE YEAR) · 52.13 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	31 Jan 2022	Guinness World Record holders from 7News Perth Rick Ardon and Susannah Carr	00:39:39
In this podcast Rick and Sue chat about: The 37 year milestone – are they striving for the 40 The process to go through to get a Guinness World Record The team from NBC in America they passed to get the record The secret of a good television marriage Career start for Rick and Sue Sue covering Cyclone Tracy 2 weeks into her first job in radio The trust of the people in Perth The “Rick and Sur” effect on nightly ratings The impact of Chris Mainwaring’s death Delivering emotional news stories On the road reporting Lindt Café siege rolling coverage Most memorable news story Uniqueness of WA media landscape Competition v support for others in the Perth television market Bloopers Private lives and hobbies Plans for retirement Job offers elsewhere Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	02 Feb 2022	S07E01 PV-Oh Oh \| AO-not ok \| 2022 Programming	00:49:27
The team are back for the first episode of TV Blackbox for the year, and look ahead to what we can expect on our screens \| TV Blackbox S07E01 Peter van Onselen brings ratings to The Project, but then becomes the subject of explosive claims. Are honest opinions allowed on TV anymore? Whoopi Goldberg faces suspension over controversial comments. Plus, the big shows are back, and the ratings are in. All that, and more, in the edition of the TV Blackbox Podcast. In this episode: 1.53 – Peter van Onselen vs. Carrie Bickmore and Amy Remeikis 8.27 – Federal court claim against Ten names PVO 15.40 – Andrew O’Keefe behind bars 21.47 – Do networks glorify alcohol consumption? 24.42 – The ratings race begins 29.41 – Whoopi Goldberg suspended 35.28 – Hatches and dispatches 37.13 – Programming wrap Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	10 Feb 2022	S07E02 Will Neighbours be saved? \| Ten’s new reality format \| Philip Koch joins the team	01:01:18
Will another UK broadcaster save Neighbours from the trenches? Was the 60 Minutes interview with Cleo Smith's parents worth the $2 million price tag? Plus, who is our pick to replace Chris Uhlmann when he retires? All that, and more, in the edition of the TV Blackbox Podcast. In this episode: 3.08 - Neighbours faces the axe 9.25 - Data shows Aussie content in danger from regulatory gap 15.22 - Chris Uhlmann teases his retirement 20.30 - Was Andy Lee nearly the co-host of the Today Show? 26.28 - The first week of 2022 ratings 31.24 - Ten's new reality format revealed 35.50 - Hatches and dispatches 37.10 - Big Issue: Was 60 Minutes $2 million interview worth it? 47.23 - TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	20 Feb 2022	PODCAST \| Melissa Tkautz SAS Australia	00:27:30
TV Blackbox One on One Podcast Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	17 Feb 2022	S07E03 Seven aims for the Australian Open \| NCIS Down Under \| ABC outrates 10	00:56:14
It's a jam-packed TV Blackbox with two huge formats heading to Australia, a bidding war for the tennis, and a corporate rebrand \| TV Blackbox S07E03 Should ABC iview introduce compulsory logins? Who will replace Leigh Sales on 7:30? Plus, Rob corrects a podcast blooper! All that, and more, in the edition of the TV Blackbox Podcast. In this episode: 1.21 - Seven go after the Australian Open 6.28 - NCIS and The Challenge come Down Under 11.40 - ViacomCBS rebrands 19.14 - Leigh Sales departs 7:30 22.41 - ABC defends compulsory logins 27.12 - Ratings 35.26 - Rob corrects the record 40.03 - Hatches and dispatches 43.00 - TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	24 Feb 2022	SS07E04 Two huge reality formats coming to Australia \| Byron Baes first reactions \| Is Sarah Harris jumping ship?	00:53:28
It's a full house in this edition of the TV Blackbox Podcast, as the team discuss some new shows coming to our screens Plus, how will Colin Fassnidge fare in the shadow of Gordon Ramsay? All that, and more, in the edition of the TV Blackbox Podcast. In this episode: 2.49 - Colin Fassnidge announced as host of Kitchen Nightmares 6.11 - My Mum, Your Dad coming Nine 12.12 - Million Dollar Island coming to Seven 18.07 - Byron Baes trailer reaction 26.02 - Is Sarah Harris jumping ship to Seven? 32.46 - Ratings 40.08 - Hatches and dispatches 40.55 - TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	03 Mar 2022	S07E05 Michael Pell passes the baton \| Would I Lie To You fails to impress \| The breakfast duo that almost was	00:51:42
It's a loose edition of the TV Blackbox Podcast as the team talk kitchen bench shenanigans, and the turkey of the week, gobble gobble Plus, Ten confirm a TV Blackbox exclusive, and MAFS proves to be the ratings exception. All that, and more, in the edition of the TV Blackbox Podcast. In this episode: 01.49 - Michael Pell departs Sunrise 07.05 - Jerry Lewis accused 11.52 - Ten confirms Traitors 13.48 - Would I Lie To You reactions 20.49 - Ratings 24.19 - Pete Overton dodges a bullet 32.16 - Hatches and dispatches 34.00 - TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	08 Mar 2022	S07E06 Remember Warnie’s TV show? \| Q&A Jumps the shark \| 10 does it again!	00:54:24
As the world mourns the loss of Shane Warne we take a cheeky look at his attempt to host a TV show… and let’s just say it wasn’t great but it was classic Warnie! It’s a bit of a different team in this episode as we mix it up a bit but get ready because mum and dad (Rob and Molk) are at it again – and it’s all Stan Grant’s fault! In this episode: · 1.02 – Remembering Shane Warne and his TV Show ‘Warnie’ · 7.33 – It’s official! Neighbours is done and dusted · 11.41 – Stan ejects an audience member on Q&A but maybe it’s time the ABC ejected the show itself · 27.29 – Channel 10 caught out lying to viewers… again! · 30.59 – WIN says local news is a double whammy in costs · 35.55 – Ratings Wrap · 41.29 – Hatches & Dispatches · 42.42 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	10 Mar 2022	PODCAST \| Rob Mills Dancing with the Stars Australia	00:40:22
Interview with Rob Mills Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	15 Mar 2022	S07E07 Seven dumps two big stars \| TV’s terrible telethon \| Netflix’s big bomb	00:56:35
The team are in the mood for some fun even though it hasn’t been a great week of television Some weeks there’s a lot to celebrate in the world of TV and streaming… and other weeks there’s not. Take last week. We saw the best and brightest TV stars and producers come together to produce one of the worst TV events of the year. We also saw the world’s biggest streaming company premier one of the worst shows of the year. But was there any bright spots in this week of darkness? Take a listen to find out… In this episode: · 3.31 – Correcting the record on a story from last week · 5.50 – TV’s terrible telethon · 14.22 – Seven says Matt and Gary are cooked · 15.47 – Sally Neighbour leaves the ABC · 18.19 – Ratings wrap · 26.50 – Netflix premiere’s BYRON BAES and oh boy it’s bad! · 34.15 – Disney + ads · 39.13 – Hatches & Dispatches · 40.12 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	22 Mar 2022	S07E08 Secret conversations \| Netflix Passwords \| The Amazing Race changes course	00:57:06
A secret recording gets a reporter sacked, Netflix is cracking down on shared passwords and The Amazing Race turns to plan B as COVID-19 strikes. It’s a full house and it’s an episode full of surprises! Believe it or not, Rob sings the praises of The Project while Sarah explains why men like Tom Morris always get their redemption story. Meanwhile, we celebrate the success of Bluey and the return of the Logies. In this episode: · 1.21 – Tom Morris sacked by FOX SPORTS after secrets recordings are leaked · 9.01 – The Amazing Race Australia forced to change hosts as COVID-19 strikes the crew · 11.59 – Netflix to crack down on password sharing · 15.34 – Bluey makes it big in the USA as ratings data shows just how big the Aussie animation is · 29.13 – The Logies are back! · 32.59 – Hatches & Dispatches · 34.48 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	29 Mar 2022	S07E09 The slap, the pap and the nude snap	00:57:24
In this episode: · 1.25 – That Oscars slap · 7.42 – The paparazzi photographer who was called ‘a creepy old man’ by Lisa Wilkinson shoots back · 15.38 – Police open an investigation into MAFS as a contestant loses her job · 24.44 – Content quotas for streamers · 28.54 – Ratings Wrap · 38.22 – Hatches & Dispatches · 40.37 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	05 Apr 2022	S07E10 Are reality TV Shows worthy of Government grants?	00:59:13
The Queensland Government has funded the new series of The Bachelor and that’s got us wondering whether that’s a good use of taxpayer dollars. There’s always a lot to discuss on the TV Blackbox podcast and you never quite know where the discussions will go. There are calls for a new quota system to include indigenous stories and we try to work out whether that will actually lead to better stories being told. Plus the bold idea to put the Olympics behind a paywall. In this episode: · 2.52 – The Bachelor moves to Queensland… with the help of taxpayer dollars · 6.42 – Amazon’s plays with the idea of bidding for the Olympics · 14.48 – Can Will Smith survive the Oscars ‘slapping’ controversy? · 18.47 – Calls for quotas to be introduced to tell more indigenous stories · 29.36 – Remembering the late Ernie Carroll · 33.49 – Ratings · 41.29 – Hatches & Dispatches · 43.43 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	12 Apr 2022	S07E11 LET’S GET READY TO RUMBLE!	00:57:01
It’s round two in the battle for eyeballs as Lego Masters takes on The Voice and MasterChef The next big phase in free-to-air programming is about to launch as Seven, Nine and 10 launch their big new offerings for Q2. But it’s not the only story in town. We’ll discuss presenters refusing to work with network talent, an interesting programming move and we’ll also chat with Brickman from Lego Masters. In this episode: · 2.00 – PVO refuses to do live crosses to some presenters on his own network · 7.18 – ABC America makes a big play for streaming · 13.44 – Melissa Doyle to host This is Your Life · 15.19 – Why viewers around the country are getting the new Hey Hey It’s Saturday special at different times · 21.51 – Q2 ratings battle – Lego Masters v The Voice v MasterChef · 26.52 – Ratings · 30.36 – INTERVIEW: Brickman · 44.02 – Hatches & Dispatches · 45.31 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	19 Apr 2022	S07E12 The ABC’s of Twitter \| Nostalgia’s not just for broadcasters \| The Voice reigns supreme	00:59:45
In a week where an ABC presenter has come under fire over their use of social media, the commercial TV networks are more concerned about drawing audiences to their big new offerings. There’s an ongoing discussion about the use of nostalgia by the commercial TV networks at the cost of new ideas, but as you’ll discover this week the streamers aren’t afraid to use nostalgia to steal audiences away from traditional broadcasters. In this episode: · 1.36 – Is nostalgia killing broadcast TV? · 15.55 – An ABC presenter under investigation over her social media · 25.23 – Football Australia does the dirty on its broadcast partner, Channel 10 · 31.28 – The Block loses two contestants right before filming begins · 35.10 – RATINGS: The Voice v Lego Masters v MasterChef · 44.00 – Streamers turn to the past to attract older audiences · 48.02 – Hatches & Dispatches · 50.17 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	26 Apr 2022	S07E13 There’s trouble brewing for Netflix, Todd Sampson and an ABC presenter	00:58:13
As Netflix deals with losing billions on the stock exchange, Todd Sampson faces blowback on a controversial guest and the ABC pulls a presenter off the air. In this episode: · 2.16 – Todd Sampson faces a Twitter backlash · 7.37 – Lisa Wilkinson out for revenge · 13.37 – Netflix considers advertising to make up for a loss of subscribers · 20.11 – Two big streamers say they want AFL rights · 31.54 – Production news on Million Dollar Island and Nigella confirmed for MKR · 37.01 – Ratings Wrap · 46.16 – Hatches & Dispatches · 47.28 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	04 May 2022	S07E14 The race for sporting rights \| Netflix dumps the Duchess \| Understanding RegTAM	01:02:31
Channel 10 is making a very serious play for the AFL while Seven and Nine fight for the Olympics. Meanwhile, Netflix is in big trouble, and we clear up some confusion over regional ratings. In this episode: · 4.15 – Is Seven about to lose the AFL rights to Channel 10? · 11.19 – Is Seven about to lose the Olympics to Nine? · 16.30 – Meghan Markle loses her job at Netflix · 27.55 – The winners and losers in the ratings race · 31.22 – Aaron clears up some confusion about regional ratings and RegTAM · 41.37 – Sarah has the latest Hatches & Dispatches · 43.21 – We find out what everyone’s been watching in the TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	12 May 2022	EVICTION INTERVIEW AND RECAP \| This is BIG BROTHER… It’s time to go Josh \| #bbAU	00:20:32
Post Eviction Interview with Josh Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	11 May 2022	S07E15 \| Viewers slam the "Great Debate" \| ABC News Breakfast slams Today	00:40:58
Plus, does Jessica Marais have a right to privacy? And will Ten give Neighbours the send-off it deserves? All that and more in this edition of the TV Blackbox Podcast. In this episode: 1.47 - The Great Debate fails to impress 8.11 - Are gay characters being unfairly killed off? 11.59 - Is Jessica Marais fair game? 18.49 - Foxtel vs Albanese 24.38 - Ratings 29.57 - The Neighbours finale 34.50 - Hatches and Dispatches 26.53 - TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	12 May 2022	EVICTION INTERVIEW AND RECAP \| This is BIG BROTHER… It’s time to go Mel \| #bbAU	00:20:58
Eviction 2 interview with Mel Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	16 May 2022	PODCAST \| Layla might have just got evicted from BIG BROTHER but she just got engaged	00:22:13
Eviction interview with Layla Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	17 May 2022	S07E15 A new shareholder for 10, a new network for the ARIAS and a new problem for the streamers	00:52:51
This week there’s big news for channel 10’s parent company as a big player buys up $2.6b worth of stock, Channel 9 has big plans to try and make the ARIAS relevant again and big telcos want money from the streamers. In this episode: · 5.02 – The logies are back and Sonia Kruger reveals some secret deets · 9.45 – Will 10’s bad soccer ratings destroy its AFL bid? · 16.17 – Telcos demand streamers pay up for bandwidth use · 21.10 – A secret recording of Paul Murray from SKY NEWS makes news… but is it really news? · 26.10 – The ARIAS move to channel 9 · 29.00 – Hatches & Dispatches · 30.29 – Ratings Wrap · 39.46 – TV Bingebox · 49.11 – BREAKING: Warren Buffett buys $2.6b worth of Paramount Global shares Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	18 May 2022	Lara: Big Brother Eviction 2022	00:20:52
Lara's Big Brother eviction interview Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	21 May 2022	Eloni Vunakece (Celebrity Apprentice Australia)	00:30:20
Eloni chats about: His family His size in school (and it might surprise you) Playing rugby league His forced retirement after 15 concussions Donating his brain to science when he dies his current position as a 'garbo' Australian Ninja Warrior His body (and a few tips on how to get there) Cold showers Decision to do Celebrity Apprentice Australia How intimidating Sir Alan Sugar really is Those boardroom scenes The bitchin' boys Conspiracy theories Gaming Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	23 May 2022	Joel: Big Brother Eviction 2022	00:21:34
In this latest podcast, Joel talk about a possible unfair play by Big Brother in his final challenge, whether there was really a J Crew and his feelings for Aleisha. Joel also chats about: The blessing or curse of being a challenge beast Scrambling for votes against the OG crew Gabbie's claim that the J crew were not inviting His on again and off again relationship with Aleisha What newbie he thinks will go the furthest in the Big Brother house Being a vegan in a KFC win Current studies Being friends with his exes and their parents Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	24 May 2022	S07E17 Will television ever be the same again?	01:06:31
There's some big changes coming to the Aussie TV industry - both on air and behind the scenes In this episode: · 3.50 – The panel give their views on the election results coverage from each network · 11.24 – Prime TV and GWN say goodbye · 15.11 – Aussie broadcasters in a bidding war for one of the last remaining US content deals · 20.21 – The Masked Singer loses two judges · 24.01 – Channel 10 decides one Bachelor just isn’t enough · 29.46 – Guy Sebastian’s earnings revealed · 33.38 – Remembering Erin Jane and Caroline Jones · 40.13 – Hatches & Dispatches · 42.03 – Ratings wrap · 51.55 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	30 May 2022	Trevor: Big Brother Eviction 2022	00:21:45
Trev chats about: Why he didn't scramble for votes to save himself Why he told Aleisha that he had to vote for him Being in the nomination chair for the first time The physical challenges that involve him pulling his own weight Dealing with the drama in the house Who he would like to see win His original $1,000,000 prize Life after Big Brother 2.0 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	30 May 2022	S07E18 Is it time to change the way we measure success in television?	00:57:44
It’s a deep dive into some serious issues this week but we’ll still manage to have some laughs along the way. In this episode: · 3.12 – The cause of TV presenter Erin Jayne’s death and the lessons for people who work in the media · 11.07 – Is THE BLOCK really starving contestants? · 14.36 – Calls for Ricky Gervais to be banned over his Netflix special · 22.12 – The new boss of WEEKEND TODAY · 26.10 – The Oz says the TV industry isn’t looking so good · 39.10 – Hatches & Dispatches · 41.03 – Ratings Wrap · 46.46 – TV Bongebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	01 Jun 2022	Lulu: Big Brother Eviction 2022	00:28:22
Lulu appeared to be a floater in the house, caught between the newbies and the OG's - however that could not be further from the truth in this revealing interview. Lulu also opens up about her fears in the panic room with Tim and whether the cancelled eviction with Sam made the house feel cheated. Lulu chats about: Being up against Sam in the eviction room Whether she was in the OG or newbie alliance Pressure in being identified as a floater in the house The panic room Dealing with the drama in the house Who she would like to see win Whether she figured out Brenton's game plan Big Brother in Brazil Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	06 Jun 2022	Sam: Big Brother Eviction 2022	00:27:33
Sam chats about: Big Brother not being what she expected Whether she knew Josh would be in the Big Brother house Her application (?) to Big Brother How she felt about Josh using Big Brother as an opportunity to confess his feelings Current status with Josh What drew Sam to Drew (nice pun!) The cancelled eviction Making connections with other housemates other than Drew Conflict with Tim Status of relationship with Drew now Complications of having Tully in the house Own business on the outside What is next? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	07 Jun 2022	S07E19 Where there’s a James there’s a WARburton	00:59:04
Seven’s outspoken CEO has his sights set on content quotas and overnight ratings… and he might just be right in his thinking! In this episode: · 5.50 – James Warburton says no more overnight ratings and no content quotas for streamers · 21.01 – Big changes for channel 10’s The Masked Singer · 27.37 – A nude romp has ABC staffers clutching their pearls · 34.02 – David Walliams joins Channel 7’s Australia’s Got Talent · 37.50 – Hatches & Dispatches · 46.15 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	13 Jun 2022	Farmer Dave on Tim's tactics, bad stategies and the Rebel Wilson controversy \| Big Brother Evictee Interview	00:21:23
It was a night full of emotion as Farmer Dave was evicted from the Big Brother house and now he sits down with TV Blackbox to reveal: Why it was actually a good thing Trevor was evicted after his mistake Tim's pupeteering His love of Reggie The Rebel Wilson 'outing' controversy PLUS so much more - this is a MUST for any true BIG BROTHER fan! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	14 Jun 2022	S07E20 \| Reality TV's mental health crisis \| Is The Project balanced? \| Logies predictions	00:50:07
Plus, we farewell a beloved member of the TV Blackbox team. All that and more in this episode of TV Blackbox. 2:42 - 10 announces new hosts and judges 7:27 - ABC archives get the axe 10:54 - Is The Project "fair and balanced?" 16:59 - MAFS star suffering PTSD from the show 27:23 - Our Logies predictions 31:57 - Hatches and dispatches 33:10 - Ratings 37:53 - TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	15 Jun 2022	EXIT INTERVIEW \| Big Brother intruder JULES defends Estelle after Tim's explosive tweets #BBAU	00:15:09
Tonight Jules fell victim to the Big Brother intruder curse, but she joined TV Blackbox to talk strategy, mental health in the game, and whether the criticism against Estelle is unfair. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	19 Jun 2022	TV BLACKBOX at the Logies	00:57:23
Rob's on the red carpet and things are getting loose! Honestly, you will hear things you won't hear in other red carpet interviews... including the long-awaited meeting between Anthony Callea and Rob McKnight (google it). 00.38 - Rebekah Elmaloglou 3.19 - Stefan Dennis 5.07 - Anthony Callea and husband Tim Campbell 7.07 - Jennifer Keyte 8.24 - Joh Griggs 11.13 - Shaynna Blaze 12.58 - James Tobin 14.24 - Shelly Craft 17.42 - Claudia Karvan 18.58 - Tim McDonald 20.43 - Rowena Wallace 22.07 - Sarah Harris 25.42 - James Taylor - Head of SBS 26.40 - Hamish Blake and Brickman 28.49 - Sophie Monk 30.16 - Joel Creasey 31.25 - Leigh Sales 33.08 - Reggie and Estelle from Big Brother 37.12 - Tony Armstrong 39.18 - Lachie GIll (Winner of The Voice) 40.44 - Ada Nicodemou 42.39 - Tom Gleeson 45.56 - Patti & Lauren Newton 47.50 - Sonia Kruger 49.18 - Eddie McGuire 51.44 - Sam Mac 53.22 - Roger Corser 55.28 - Andy Lee Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	20 Jun 2022	BIG BROTHER \| TULLY hits out over DREW's betrayal: "Are we really surprised he stabbed me in the back?" \| #BBAU	00:22:16
Tully Smyth was the latest housemate to be sent packing from Big Brother, and she joined Rob McKnight to talk about her time on the show, including her tumultuous relationship with Drew and Tim. Fans of Big Brother saw history repeat itself when Tully Smyth and Anthony Drew were reunited in the house, but things were a little different this time around. The pair first met and fell in love on our screens in 2013, causing controversy at the time, with Tully having a girlfriend on the outside. But nine years later, their relationship could not be more different, as Tully spoke to Rob McKnight about Drew's ultimate betrayal in the game. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	21 Jun 2022	A Logies gate crasher, A sudden departure from 10 News and The big new shows are coming! S07E21	01:06:02
While everyone in the industry gets over their Logies hangover we’ll bring you the good, the bad and the ugly – and there was plenty of each! But while there’s a lot to talk about on the Logies front, there’s plenty of action happening behind the scenes at 10 news as some major news drops right before our recording. In this episode: 2.21 – BREAKING: 10’s news boss suddenly quits 4.44 – Our big Logies wrap · Our reactions to the broadcast · The ‘In Memoriam’ controversy · The new ogranisers pull off a great event on the ground · EXCLUSIVE: Bidding begins for the next location rights with Queensland determined to keep the Logies on the GC · EXCLUSIVE: A gate crasher causes chaos at an after party · TODAY beats SUNRISE as viewers tune in to see if Karl was hungover · Lisa Wilkinson in big trouble over her Logies speech 25.33 – ABC Content warnings 30.04 – EXCLUSIVE: 10’s new breakfast show 33.21 – What we know about these new shows: · Million Dollar island (7) · Grown Up Love (9) · After the Verdict (9) 40.38 – RIP Carol Raye 43.53 – Hatches & Dispatches 45.19 – Ratings Wrap 52.40 – TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	28 Jun 2022	S07E22 Half-year ratings report card \| Is PILOT WEEK still a thing \| Today turns 40	00:43:49
The three commercial networks all say they're the big winners at the halfway point of the year... and maybe this time it's true! In this episode: 2.19 - Cutting through the PR spin of the mid-year ratings 11.22 - 10's Pilot Showcase 21.47 - the world turns against NETFLIX 25.12 - The TODAY show turns 40 30.03 - Hatches & Dispatches 31.28 - Ratings Wrap 33.58 - TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	29 Jun 2022	Big Brother Evictioln Chat - Wednesday 29 June	00:15:22
In this interview Big Brother evictee gabby shows there's more than meets the eye Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	01 Jul 2022	ONE-ON-ONE Mystery Road: Origin director Dylan River	00:16:23
In this episode of the TV Blackbox One on One podcast, journalist Nikole Gunn interviews series director, Dylan River, and co-producer, Greer Simpkin regarding their upcoming highly anticipated ABC drama series, Mystery Road: Origin. The six-part series will explore how a tragic death, an epic love, and the brutal reality of life as a police officer straddling two worlds, form the indelible mould out of which will emerge, Detective Jay Swan. It’s 1999 and the world is on the cusp of a new century. It’s a time of hope for many and a chance to tell a new story. But some old stories can’t be easily wished away. Jay Swan, a freshly minted police detective, will discover this harsh truth when he takes up his first posting in a mining town, Jardine, pop. 1000. Jay doesn’t know he is on the verge of a story that will change his life forever. Mystery Road: Origin premieres Sunday, 3 July at 8.30pm on ABC TV, with all six episodes available to binge on ABC iview. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	05 Jul 2022	BIG BROTHER EVICTION CHAT - ESTELLE #bbau	00:32:09
Estelle doesn't hold back in this chat with Rob McKnight that gets very personal. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	06 Jul 2022	BIG BROTHER EVICTION - TIM DORMER on why he didn't trust the OGs	00:28:14
Rob McKnight takes Tim to task for not voting with the OGs but Tim isn;t having any of it and reveals the reason why he didn't trust them. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	10 Jul 2022	BIG BROTHER EVICTION - Aleisha Campbell	00:21:04
Aleisha chats to Rob McKnight about her massive blindside, her relationship with Joel, and being part of the Big Brother legacy. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	12 Jul 2022	REVISED - The final three housemates open up on their game and what it took to get to the final three. plus Brenton reveals who he would have evicted if he won the challengeBIG BROTHER FINAL 3 INTERVIEWS - REGGIE, JOHNSON & TARAS	01:31:46
*Please note a previous version of this podcast was uploaded in error and was incomplete The final three housemates open up on their game and what it took to get to the final three. plus Brenton reveals who he would have evicted if he won the challenge Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	13 Jul 2022	BIG BROTHER WINNER - Reggie reveals her USA holiday plans	00:09:34
It's the morning after the night before and Big Brother's Reggie is talking to Rob McKnight about her historic win and her plans to make a USA dream come true for her son, Lucas. Reggie and Rob talk sleepless nights, what happened at the after party and so much more! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	19 Jul 2022	S07E23 HUNTED AUSTRALIA becomes TV's new darling	00:50:55
Channel 10 has taken a bold gamble on a different kind of reality TV show and VIEWERS ARE LOVING IT! We take a look at why HUNTED AUSTRALIA is connecting with audiences. Also in this episode: 12.46 - TV is still bringing in the $$$ 17.11 - A new twist in the AFL rights bidding 26.25 - ABC shows its commercial rivals how to do special event television 31.27 - What happened behind the scenes when Rob attended the BIG BROTHER live finale 35.23 - Hatches & Dispatches 37.47 - TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	26 Jul 2022	S07E24 – Has Big Brother been axed? \| Netflix says TV is dead \| Special Guest Matt Stevenson	00:55:11
This week we bring in a special guest commentator and launch the TV Bingebox group binge – and it looks like Robbo has picked a stinker! In this episode: · 00.38 – On this Day · 1.59 – Meet our guest: Matt Stevenson (Home & Away/Neighbours) · 8.58 – has the AFL’s broadcasting rights strategy cost them millions? · 15.17 – Rumours swirl that Big Brother has been axed · 22.30 – Netflix says TV is dead · 28.21 – We pay tribute to Di from Gogglebox who passed away this week · 31.38 – Hatches & Dispatches · 35.10 – TV Bingebox Our next group binge is the Neighbours finale – Thursday 7.30pm on 10 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	02 Aug 2022	S07E25 Nigella Lawson goes MIA from MKR \| Why Gen Z loves subtitles \| Special Guest: Melissa Bell	01:11:04
This week our special guest is Melissa Bell from Neighbours as we group binge the finale episode ever. In a week where a long-running soap came to an end we discuss whether producers got the finale of Neighbours right. Plus, has Seven pulled the wool over our eyes when it comes to Nigella Lawson and MKR? And the real reason the ‘influencers’ left The Block two days in. In this episode: · 1.14 – On this day: Kermit and Miss Piggy call it quits · 2.26 – Meet Melissa Bell · 7.20 – Rumours Nigella Lawson leaves My Kitchen Rules half way through · 13.12 – NBC cancels Million Dollar Island before filming even begins · 18.55 – It turns out Gen Z is using subtitles more than older viewers – and you won’t believe why! · 25.14 – UK broadcaster ITV to conduct editorial review on Love Island · 29.50 – Why viewers are turning off reality TV · 41.47 – Hatches & Dispatches · 45.15 – TV Bingebox (including group binge of the Neighbours finale) Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	07 Aug 2022	AFTER THE VERDICT: Ellie Beaumont and Drew Proffitt	00:20:57
Rob chats with the creative team behind Channel 9's AFTER THE VERDICT Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	11 Aug 2022	S07E26 The Block demolishes the competition \| 10's pilot showcase bombs \| Is WELCOME TO COUNTRY needed on reality TV shows?	01:02:01
This week our special guests are Kirsty and Jesse from THE BLOCK 2022. In this episode: 3.50 - Meet our guests... 6.30 - MKR v THE BLOCK v the masked singer v SPICKS AND SPECKS 14.32 - Reality TV shows start airing *WELCOME TO COUNTRY* messages and elders aren't happy 30.52 - 10's pilot showcase fails to find an audience 40.48 - Hatched & Dispatches 43.01 - TV Bingebox NEXT WEEK our group binge will be Goliath on Prime Video Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	16 Aug 2022	S07E27 King Kyle an Idol \| Studio 10 keeps it all in the family \| Big TV brands become big winners	00:44:47
It's an episode full of good conversation with a few exclusives thrown in for good measure. Special guest: Susie Elelman In this episode: 2.38 - Meet our guest... 3.21 - King Kyle to be a judge on Australian Idol 8.14 - Studio 10 finds an interesting replacement for Sarah Harris 14.32 - Sunrise & Nine News Sydney both claim the ratings year 25.38 - TV tropes and clichés 28.28 - hatches & Dispatches 29.45 - TV BINGEBOX Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	23 Aug 2022	S07E28 Are tentpoles dead? Are the Logies moving to Seven? And do we need children’s television?	01:04:26
There are lots of questions this week about the future of television... and the team from TVBB are here to answer them! SPECIAL GUEST: Anthony Kidd (Agent) In this episode: 2.44 - Meet our guest... 5.52 - Are the Logies heading to 7? 12.20 - Is the age of tentpole TV coming to an end? 20.41 - Calls for Children's TV quotas to be reintroduced 31.35 - The star of 'Allo 'Allo angry about a warning placed in front of the classic sitcom 37.52 - hatches & Dispatches 40.24 - TV Bingebox 51.10 - Group Binge: House of the Dragon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	31 Aug 2022	S07E29 Can Kate Ritchie's career survive her DUI charge?	01:00:58
As a TV star faces controversy for drink driving a news presenter is fired for going grey. Special guest: Claire Isaac - Acting Editorial Director of TV Week and Who magazines. In this episode: 1.58 - Meet our guest... 6.33 - Seven disputes Nine's ratings claims 13.36 - Controversy over The Masked Singer finale 18..40 - Australia's new Communications Minister sends a warning to the AFL about broadcast rights remaining on free to air 21.33 - Kate Ritchie apologies over a drink driving charge 26.12 - Claims a TV presenter was fired for going grey 35.16 - How Rob's appearance on The Morning Show almost ended in disaster 41.43 - Hatches & Dispatches 44.19 - TV Bingebox 52.00 - Group Binge: The Bridge Australia Next week's group binge: Doctor Who - The Eleventh Hour (The first episode of Matt Smith playing the Doctor) Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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