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by Rethink Audio · English

Media news from the UK, looking at television production, streaming, radio, audio, journalism, the internet, publishers and more. Each week expert analysts and media practitioners join the host, media consultant Matt Deegan, to talk about the top media stories and work out what it means for the sector and the people in it. Recent experts have included Broadcast's Rebecca Cooney and Chris Curtis, The Guardian's Michael Savage, Deadline's Jake Kanter, the Press Gazette's Charlotte Tobitt, Ankler's Manori Ravindran, plus writers Tara Conlan, Scott Bryan, Jane Martinson, Jim Waterson and Boyd Hilton. Our industry practitioners have included Expectation's Peter Fincham, Gold Wala's Faraz Osman, Multitude's Will Wood, Nest's Derek Drennan, BBC Radio 3's Sam Jackson, Persephonica's Dino Sofos, City AM's Christian May, ITN's Lisa Campbell and Daily Mail's Jamie East. Find out more at https://www.themediaclub.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Sky’s £16m SNL Bet

The episode of Media Club discusses four media-business stories: Sky’s £16m SNL UK bet, Roku’s fast channels and content discovery, Channel 5’s Hugh Edwards drama, and the BBC’s appointment of Matt…

27 Mar 2026 · 47m · 26 chapters

The Brittin's Empire - New DG Set To Be Announced

In this episode, Matt Deegan discusses the potential appointment of Matt Brittin as the new Director General (DG) of the BBC, following Tim Davie.

20 Mar 2026 · 42m · 19 chapters

Telegraph Deal Take #4... and are you World Cup Ready?

In this episode, the discussion revolves around the Daily Telegraph's new ownership by Axel Springer, the implications of a significant merger between Banijay and All3Media, and the upcoming FIFA…

13 Mar 2026 · 52m · 22 chapters

Ginormo-indies, Netflix Loses WBD, BBC Fights Back

In this episode, host Matt Deegan discusses significant developments in the media industry, focusing on the merger between All3Media and Banijay to form an $8 billion independent production company,…

6 Mar 2026 · 52m · 22 chapters

That BAFTA edit, Mip London & AI Updates

Analyzing key media stories from the UK, focusing on television production, streaming, radio, audio, journalism, the internet, and publishing.

27 Feb 2026 · 40m · 14 chapters

Apple Podcasts Pivots To Video, 1% Club Goes Global

In this episode of *The Media Club*, host Matt Deegan is joined by entertainment journalist Jamie East and Broadcast's senior reporter Heather Fallon to discuss significant developments in the media…

20 Feb 2026 · 42m · 14 chapters

Is The World Service In Crisis?

In this episode of The Media Club, host Matt Deegan discusses significant media developments including the impending funding crisis of the BBC World Service, the resignation of Washington Post CEO…

13 Feb 2026 · 40m · 18 chapters

Scottish Media In Focus and a Rajars Special

In this episode, Matt Deegan explores the Scottish media landscape, focusing on the challenges posed by fragmentation and the recent launch of STV Radio.

6 Feb 2026 · 1h 3m · 40 chapters

Convergence Is King

In this episode of *The Media Club*, hosted by Matt Deegan, the focus is on the convergence of media platforms and the implications for various sectors, including television and audio.

30 Jan 2026 · 35m · 17 chapters

Prince Harry In Court, BBC on YouTube, Channel 4 Studios

In this episode, host Matt Deegan discusses several significant topics affecting the UK media landscape, featuring guest appearances by journalist and TV producer Steven D.

23 Jan 2026 · 35m · 21 chapters

Goalhanger Breaks New Records, Superindies Plan Merger

In this episode, host Matt Deegan discusses recent developments in the UK media landscape, including Goalhanger's achievement of 250,000 paying members, the potential merger between Banijay and…

16 Jan 2026 · 43m · 23 chapters

Spotify’s Changes And What They Mean For You

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9 Jan 2026 · 38m · 17 chapters

$10bn And Counting

In this episode of *The Media Club*, hosted by Matt Deegan, the discussion revolves around key media stories, including Donald Trump’s lawsuit against the BBC, the Oscars moving to YouTube, and the…

19 Dec 2025 · 44m

Netflix Digs Deep For Warner As Paramount Fights Back

In this episode, Matt Deegan hosts media experts Faraz Osman and filmmaker Mike Christie to discuss significant developments in the media landscape, particularly the potential acquisition of Warner…

12 Dec 2025 · 52m

Friends Leaves Netflix, Just As Streamers Embrace ‘Windowing’

In this episode of *The Media Club*, host Matt Deegan discusses multiple significant media topics, including the departure of the sitcom *Friends* from Netflix to HBO Max, the rise of the 'windowing'…

5 Dec 2025 · 44m

Another Telegraph Sale Twist - And Are There Too Many Studios?

In this episode of *The Media Club* hosted by Matt Deegan, the discussion revolves around the recent acquisition of the Telegraph by the Daily Mail, the implications for the film and TV industry in…

28 Nov 2025 · 51m

Disney’s AI Gamble, MediaCity & Substack Growth

In this episode of "The Media Club," host Matt Deegan is joined by Stuart Morgan, MD & Founder of Audio Always, and Cat Lewis, CEO of Nine Lives Media.

21 Nov 2025 · 45m

Should The BBC Pay Trump? (And 101 Other Questions)

In this episode, host Matt Deegan discusses the recent resignation of BBC Director General Tim Davie amid ongoing media controversies, alongside guests Patrick Younge (former Chief Creative Officer…

14 Nov 2025 · 52m

Is The BBC Heading For Disaster?

In this episode of *The Media Club*, host Matt Deegan discusses the current state of the BBC, exploring whether it is on a path to disaster as suggested by multiple figures in the media.

7 Nov 2025 · 40m

Disney’s Doctor Who Era Is Over, Zandland & Sora 2

The Media Club covers media news within the UK, focusing on television production, streaming, radio, journalism, and more, featuring expert analyses and discussions on recent media industry…

31 Oct 2025 · 46m

Tess & Claudia Wrongfoot The Media and Leave Strictly

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24 Oct 2025 · 42m

What’s Hot At MIPCOM: Video Games, Anime & Being Friendly

In this episode, Matt Deegan hosts a discussion about the latest developments in the media landscape as highlighted at MIPCOM, the annual international TV market held in Cannes.

17 Oct 2025 · 39m

Fellas Go Global, Guardian Pivots, Paddington Sues

In this episode of *The Media Club*, host Matt Deegan is joined by media critics Rhianna Dhillon and Jim Waterson to discuss significant developments in the UK media landscape, including Global's…

10 Oct 2025 · 35m

British Podcast Awards 2025

In this episode of *The Media Club*, host Matt Deegan covers the British Podcast Awards, an annual event celebrating achievements in the podcast industry.

3 Oct 2025 · 30m