In this episode we'll go deep and wide with all the fall-out from GFK survey 4. We’ll discuss a Tik Tok viral video that goes to the heart of Kyle and Jackie’s challenges in Melbourne, we’ll unpack all the survey 4 headlines and PR hair-splitt

We have a new most listened to breakfast show in Melbourne

7 days ago 18m 32s

Game Changers is sponsored by MusicMaster Scheduling - Smashing out music made easy. Find out more at https://www.createconsultresearch.com/musicmaster/ This series contains the use of AI generated voices. Sound design is by Dom Evans at EARSAY

The “Q and A” episode

10 days ago 44m 52s

This week on the podcast with the mid year survey break about to wrap up we finally have some time to get to all of your questions and feedback. Questions like “I can’t work out if you guys like or hate Kyle and Jackie O” and “who was Christian

They need to bring their A plus game

17 days ago 51m 35s

The guns have gone silent in the Melbourne radio wars and whilst the hosts are on holidays we’ve taken the time to reflect on the learnings from the battle so far. Also Tim Burrowes returns for his 3rd appearance on the podcast to unpack the ca

A candid Canadian has his say “Maybe you guys can explain what Fev does?”

24 days ago 45m 22s

This week on the podcast we talk with Canadian radio veteran Buzz Bishop about what he’s hearing and liking on Melbourne radio. Buzz has been a fan of Australian radio for many years and has some unique insights delivered apologetically like on

Dean Buchanan places his bet. “This show will be a 10 share in Melbourne”

Jun 14th, 2024 49m

In this episode of the podcast we talk with Nova’s first national head of programming Dean Buchanan about the battle in Melbourne and it’s fair to say that Dean has some very definite views on who’s winning and why. Also this week we sail into

Panic station?

Jun 7th, 2024 32m 21s

In this week’s episode we take a good hard look at the ramifications of survey 3. Is it too early to be concerned for Kyle and Jackie’s prospects in Melbourne or do they have some serious work to do to win over their second home? Wade and Irene

We're Up and Running

Jun 4th, 2024 16m 20s

The Survey 3 results are in, and so are we. In this bonus episode, we delve into the numbers from phase 1 of the Melbourne radio battle, featuring the first Melbourne survey to include the Kyle & Jackie O Show. We analyse the highs, the lows,

The First 30 Days

May 30th, 2024 49m 37s

In this episode we review the first 30 days of battle in the Melbourne Radio Wars. Fox, Nova and Kiis have all fired their opening salvos, it’s time to review what’s working and who’s winning in the lead up to survey 3 results. Game Changers is

Train Wreck - the sequel

May 24th, 2024 53m 24s

Did Kyle and Jackie just have a bad day this week, or are the wheels getting wobbly on the Kiis bus? Jase and Lauren go national on Nova and Fifi, Fev and Nick are off to the pub. Plus we talk with one of Australia’s best audio creators, Meshel

Bonus episode Yes we Canada

May 22nd, 2024 47m 27s

Matt Cundill has been a champion of great audio creators in Canada for years now. Craig joined him on his excellent “the Sound off podcast” to talk about the Melbourne Radio Wars, talent coaching and some reflecting on career highlights.Support

Stop copying me

May 17th, 2024 41m 1s

Is the Fox just an imitating KIIS, or are they doing exactly what a leader should do, which is to defend their leadership position at all costs? We’ll unpack the question of innovator versus imitator with Wade Kingsley, along with Irene’s compr

A conversation with Kyle

May 8th, 2024 46m 25s

Do we really need to say anymore? Yes, it’s that guy. And he’s got lots to say. Game Changers is sponsored by MusicMaster Scheduling - Smashing out music made easy. Find out more at https://www.createconsultresearch.com/musicmaster/ This serie

The one where Ross does the talking

May 3rd, 2024 50m 24s

In this episode we’ll talk with Tim Ross, one half of the iconic Merrick and Rosso show who faced off against Kyle and Jackie in the mid 2000’s. And we’ll do the first of our international guest air checking session with Ross Flahive, the cont

The hair on fire emergency pod

Apr 29th, 2024 30m 33s

It’s day 1 of the Kyle and Jackie O show in Melbourne and our ears are burning! In this episode we have a full review of KIIS, Fox and Nova breakfast shows. Did Kyle and Jackie change anyone’s mind this morning - fuck no! Was it compelling, hel

Twas the night before Kiismas

Apr 26th, 2024 39m 30s

2 more sleeps! Yep, the big guy with the white beard is officially in town from next week! Kyle and Jackie O are on the air from Monday and this is our last chance to opine on all the big questions before the battle begins. In this episode we’l

The king of clicks

Apr 19th, 2024 43m 59s

In this episode we’ll unpack the winners and losers from this week's survey 2 radio ratings with the editor of Unmade Tim Burrowes. And we talk with news.com entertainment editor Andrew Bucklow about the rise and rise of Australia’s biggest cli

The more the Ferrier

Apr 11th, 2024 35m 21s

In this episode, we dive deep into the heart of this contest and ask the question - do Melbourne and Sydney people really hate each other? How wide is chasm between the 2 cities or are we living in a world where good content is all that matters

The calm before the storm

Apr 5th, 2024 37m 35s

In this episode, meet our brand new new co-host - one of the sharpest, most experienced programmers in the country, Irene Hulme. What will this battle mean for the industry - we talk with radio futurologist James Cridland. You’ll also hear ou

I’m only here for the super fans

Apr 4th, 2024 5m 48s

Game Changers: Melbourne Radio Wars - Episode 1 this Saturday.Support the show: https://www.amazon.com.au/Game-Changers-Insights-broadcasters-programmers-ebook/dp/B07YSDKCDXSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Invested

Apr 3rd, 2024 5m 6s

I’ve stopped listening to other people

Apr 2nd, 2024 5m 46s

Intimidation

Apr 1st, 2024 5m 59s

I’ll be your ‘get out of jail free’ card

Mar 31st, 2024 5m 56s

Trailer

Introducing Game Changers: Melbourne Radio Wars

Mar 18th, 2024 2m 4s

Game Changers: Melbourne Radio Wars launches April 6. It’s the question that every radio pundit wants to know the answer to - can the world’s best radio show be number 1 in Australia’s biggest radio market? The Melbourne Radio Wars hosted by Cr