Beyond Broadcast

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast Podcast, proudly brought to you by WIZZFX, host Jamie Larson speaks with MBE award winning BBC news camerawoman and journalist, Julie Ritson. Julie looks back on her incredible 36-year career covering conflicts from Afghanistan to Chechnya, and her journey through technological transitions and breaking industry barriers. We explore her work mentoring upcomin...

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast Podcast, proudly brought to you by WIZZFX, host Jamie Larson speaks with Award Winning US Journalist & Educator, Carol Costello. Carol shares her journey from local Ohio reporter to CNN anchor and her transition into true crime podcasting. We touch on the challenges of entering a male dominated industry and how Carol carved a path by proving detractors w...

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast Podcast, proudly brought to you by WIZZFX, host Jamie Larson speaks with Academy Award Winning Special FX Supervisor, John Richardson. John, a legendary special effects artist, shares insights from his six-decade career in cinema. From working on James Bond films and Superman (Richard Donner) to Aliens (James Cameron) and Harry Potter, discover the craft, ch...

Episode Summary In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast Podcast, proudly brought to you by WIZZFX , host Jamie Larson speaks with Eric Young, a broadcasting veteran whose face has graced New Zealand screens for over three decades. Eric shares insights from his remarkable career, reflecting on the journey that took him from aspirations of becoming an architect to becoming a beloved news anchor. Epi...

Episode Summary In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast Podcast, proudly brought to you by WIZZFX, host Jamie Larson speaks with Brooke McGowan, visual effects compositor, leader, and mentor whose work has helped bring some of Hollywood's biggest blockbusters to life. Over the past decade, she's contributed to films including Avengers: Infinity War, Thor: Ragnarok, Fantastic Beasts, The Martian, a...

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast Podcast, proudly brought to you by WIZZFX, host Jamie Larson speaks with Stacey Wood, CEO of New Zealand's Broadcasting Standards Authority (BSA) & Vice Chair of the New Zealand Game Developers Association (NZGDA). Exploring her journey from journalism to law and public policy, touching on the evolving media landscape, and exploring the future of media r...

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast Podcast, proudly brought to you by WIZZFX, host Jamie Larson speaks with Mitch McCann , a fellow alum of the New Zealand Broadcasting School and US correspondent living in New York. In this episode, Mitch McCann and Jamie look at his journey from small-town New Zealand to becoming a trusted international journalist based in New York. He discusses the challen...

Episode Summary In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast Podcast, proudly brought to you by WIZZFX , host Jamie Larson speaks with So'omālō Iteni Schwalger , a respected broadcaster and multimedia producer from New Zealand. They dive into So'omālō’s journey from being a young radio host to his current role, the impact of his multicultural upbringing on his identity, and the lessons learned from liv...

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast podcast, proudly brought to you by WIZZFX, host Jamie Larson speaks with multi award winning UK born - Australia based TV & Audio Producer, Rhys Gunter. In this episode Rhys shares his journey from working community radio in Wales to working on major media projects in Australia, launching GB News and producing acclaimed podcasts like Dear Rachelle. We ex...

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast podcast, proudly brought to you by WIZZFX, host Jamie Larson speaks with New Zealand entertainment reporter extraordinaire, Kate Rodger. They explore Kate's unique upbringing in Fiji, her journey through broadcasting school, and her experiences in the big smoke of Christchurch. Kate shares her competitive spirit, her early career in radio, and the pivotal mo...

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast podcast, proudly brought to you by WIZZFX, host Jamie Larson speaks with Māori filmmaker Paula Whetu Jones. From her early work on groundbreaking documentaries such as Gang Girls and The Hidden, to co-directing and co-writing the acclaimed feature film Whina, and producing the deeply personal series Spinal Destination, Paula shares her journey from a challen...

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast podcast proudly sponsored by WIZZ FX, host Jamie Larson speaks with the UK’s leading intimacy coordinator and the Founder of Intimacy On Set Ltd, Ita O'Brien. Ita has worked on numerous high-profile productions, including Normal People, I May Destroy You , Sex Education, It’s A Sin, We Live in Time, and The Roses. Her pioneering work in intimacy coordination...

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast Podcast, host Jamie Larson chats with WIZZFX Imaging Production Director, Richard Boffin aka Boff. Richard shares his journey from small-town beginnings to branching into the world of audio and working with some of the most iconic radio brands in the UK and beyond. His entry into the industry came from an adjacent interest in music and audio engineering - De...

In this episode of Beyond Broadcast powered by WIZZFX, host Jamie chats with foley artist, Ruth Sullivan. Ruth began her career by exploring initially a career in acting. As with all journeys in life it can always be slightly unpredictable, she later became a foley artist and has since worked on hundreds of films and TV dramas. (Killing Eve, Top Boy, Peaky Blinders & Much More) Never giving up...

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast powered by WIZZFX, host Jamie Larson chats with Andy Rowe, the founder of Red Nine Studios who co-created The Rugby Pod and hosts popular rugby podcast The Good, The Bad & The Rugby among his own co-productions with creators. We explore: His unorthodox journey into broadcasting and how he got his first gigs. How his work in the recruitment industry in th...

In the second episode of Season 2 of The Beyond Broadcast Podcast powered by WIZZFX, Jamie chats with Irene Gardiner , the current president of SPADA & a current sitting board member of RNZ and Able. In more recent years she has been working as a consultant, executive producer and commentator on the industry in New Zealand as well as previously taking charge of content for online NZ broadcasti...

In the first episode of Season 2 of the Beyond Broadcast Podcast powered by WIZZFX , Jamie chats with Todd Scott , Co-Owner and Publisher of the National Business Review and owner of New Media Solution . Todd has steered the NBR from a traditional print publication into the successful subscription-only online platform it is today. But long before his rise in the world of publishing, Todd was a cut...

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast podcast, I speak with broadcasting extraordinaire, Mikey Havoc. With an incredible journey starting in the music industry with band Push Push , before becoming a prominent figure in radio and television with a decent stint in the Auckland nightlife scene - Mikey really has done it all. We walk through his incredibly quick rise and to becoming a staple part o...

In the final episode of Season 1 of the Beyond Broadcast podcast, I speak with Vanessa Wells , a multi-award-winning director, producer, and actor. We discuss Vanessa's journey from acting to broadcasting, her experiences in voiceover work, and her impactful projects like Braveheart Christchurch and her work which has taken her to the extreme climates of Antarctica. Vanessa shares insights on the...

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast podcast, I speak with film editor Francis Glenday, With more than 20 years in the industry having worked on a variety of projects covering TVC, feature films, docos, shows and animation. Francis and I explore his early work in Children’s television (Tumeke/ Pūkana) and how the fast-paced nature of the gig and the freedom meant he not only got to experiment b...

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast podcast, I speak with Jane Yee , A voice and face that’s shaped New Zealand media for more than two decades. Moving through various formats including radio, television print and podcasting - Jane has a natural ability to fit into roles across the spectrum. Since there was a lot to unpack we jumped straight into discussing her work with the cult radio station...

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast podcast, I speak with Scott Milligan, an experienced editor in the film and TV industry. Scott shares his journey from growing up in Christchurch to then establishing his own production company, Milligan Media. He discusses the importance of creativity in education, his transition to post-production, and the challenges of working in a remote environment. Sco...

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast podcast, I speak with Celia Jaspers. Celia has been in the media industry for over 30 years - Director, Writer, Producer, Script Supervisor & Editor - A true jack of all trades. Helming projects such as House Hunters International, Country Calendar, Primeval New Zealand, Milk & The Polycees. Her career has seen her work on a mixture of local and inte...

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast podcast, I speak with Simon Bennett, a renowned director, showrunner and producer in New Zealand television. The conversation delves into the fast-paced world of Shortland Street, the corporate side of drama production, and the creative tension in television writing. Simon reflects on the legacy of Outrageous Fortune and its impact on Kiwi culture, as well a...

In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast podcast, I speak with Bridget de Goldi - A radio announcer, voiceover artist, MC and so much more. (Way too many talents to name) This episode is a mixture of incredible insights from her years behind the mic and quickly derailed into a hilarious back and forth of wild stories from Bridget detailing her adventures in the industry. We speak on her love for lo...