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Send us Fan Mail From comedy and theatre to quiz show domination — Stephen Hall has done it all. In Part 2 of this wide-ranging conversation, Stephen shares incredible stories from his career, including:  • Behind the scenes of Mad As Hell • Performing in Spamalot , based on Monty Python and the Holy Grail • Being handpicked by John Cleese to play Basil Fawlty in the official Fawlty Towers stage a...

Send us Fan Mail Stephen Hall is best known for his hilarious characters on Mad As Hell , but his career spans much more. He’s an accomplished actor, producer, and even a quiz show champion. In Part 1 of this wide-ranging conversation, Stephen reflects on his work across stage and screen, sharing stories from: Neighbours Romper Stomper Russell Gilbert Was Here The King The Hollowmen Deal or No Dea...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 2 of our conversation with the brilliant Julia Morris, we dive into the wild world of I'm A Celebrity..., the realities of fame, the constant hustle of showbiz, and her experience working alongside the amazing Robert Irwin. We also chat about being in the public eye, Eurovision, Australia’s Got Talent, the Logies, medication, and the challenges (and humour) that come...

Send us Fan Mail What a thrill to chat with the incredible Julia Morris, co-host of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! In Part 1, we cover a wide range of topics — from dogs and the frustrations of dealing with telcos, to life choices, ageing in the entertainment industry, and navigating internet TV and influencers. Julia also reflects on her journey through Full Frontal and The Celebrity...

Send us Fan Mail More from Mitch McTaggart | The Mind Behind The Last Year of Television We’re back with more from Mitch McTaggart — the creative force behind The Last Year of Television and The Back Side of Television. Hear more insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and sharp commentary from one of Australia’s most original media voices. This is the stuff that you'll hear on Entertainment Insider....

Send us Fan Mail Mitch McTaggart on Aussie TV, Community Media & Creating Hit Shows Mitch McTaggart is the creative mind behind The Last Year of Television and The Back Side of Television on Binge. A true lover of classic Aussie TV, Mitch shares how he broke into the industry, the making of his shows, and why community television has been a vital training ground for Australia’s presenting tale...

Send us Fan Mail More frank chat with comedian Bec Charlwood. Hear what her family thinks about the very personal details she talks about in her act. Bec's YouTube special, Bipolar Baby, detailing her living with bipolar, the diagnosis, and the effects on every day life. Hear about how mental health issues can create some of the best comedy in an honest and fulfilling way. And Bec is back on...

Send us Fan Mail Bec Charlwood is part of the new breed of comedians. She tells her truth. The good, the bad, the... In part one hear the most candid account you'll probably ever hear of the pay and costs being a comedian. People often don't realise that there's so much more happening behind the scenes. Also hear how Bec got into comedy, and the Screen Queens podcast with Alex Jae....

Send us Fan Mail Have you heard differing accounts of what happened with RocKwiz? Now, for the first time, hear how it really went down from the man himself Brian Nankervis. Still doing a heap of live RocKwiz shows, hear how it originally piloted, how Brian was the host, how Julia became such an important part of the show, how it finally made its way to television, the supposed rivalry with Spicks...

Send us Fan Mail Everyone knows Brian from at least one phase of his brilliant career. He started as a teacher, before being a waiter at the Last Laugh. Soon he was on Let The Blood Run Free and created Hey, Hey, It's Saturday favourite Raymond J Bartholomeuz. The Jimeoin show led to a stellar career in television warm-up, paved the way for RocKwiz and he hosted Pictures of You. Learn how eve...

Send us Fan Mail Anthony talks about Full Frontal, including some prescient sketches about Princess Diana. Developing Comedy Inc. The ins and outs of producing - how it works on Spicks and Specks. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Anthony talks about the genesis and continuing appeal of Spicks and Specks. When the show initially ended, we talk of the short-lived reboot. Also, the Big Backyard Quiz for SBS, The Weakest Link reboot, good things take time, the industry is contracting, Show Me The Movie, Adam Hills Tonight, and a Sleuth 101 deep dive. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Anthony Watt is the Executive Producer of Spicks and Specks. His career includes projects such as Full Frontal, Hamish & Andy, The Big Backyard Quiz, Sleuth 101, The Weakest Link and Comedy Inc. In part one, hear about his career start with Double Dare, writing children's series, dealing with writer's block, attempting to write for Stingers, Something Stupid with Gin...

Send us Fan Mail More from legend of Australian Comedy - Tim Ferguson. Yes, in part 2 you will hear about his Multiple Sclerosis, but as he says, it is the least interesting thing about him. You've heard about the Doug Anthony AllStars on The Big Gig and DAAS Kapital, and plenty more like Funky Squad in part one. Now one of the best shows of its time, Don't Forget Your Toothbrush will be...

Send us Fan Mail Tim Ferguson is a legend of Australian Comedy. And as he says, his Multiple Sclerosis is the least interesting thing about him. Hear about his amazing career including the Doug Anthony AllStars on The Big Gig and DAAS Kapital, and everything from Funky Squad and Don't Forget Your Toothbrush to Shock Jock, Unreal TV,  movies like Spin Out, the stage, his teaching...and yes the...

Send us Fan Mail Hear the unfiltered, candid stories from the world of entertainment. From the people that were there. Television, movies, music, stage, comedy, advertising, news and so much more. Come for the chat...stay for the laughs! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Part two of our chat with Adam Howard, the legendary Visual Effects Supervisor whose career spans some of the biggest projects in film and television history. In this episode Adam discusses iconic productions like Titanic, Star Wars: Episode III – Attack of the Clones, and The Social Network. Whether you're a filmmaker, VFX enthusiast, or just a fan of movie magic, this is a...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for an exclusive conversation with Adam Howard, the legendary Visual Effects Supervisor whose career spans some of the biggest projects in film and television history. With multiple Emmy Awards under his belt, Adam has brought cinematic magic to life in iconic productions like Titanic, Star Wars: Episode III – Attack of the Clones, and the Star Trek television series. From...

Send us Fan Mail You know Josh from the original Talkin' 'bout Your Generation. You know Josh from Taskmaster. But you really know Josh from his work on Please Like Me and Everything's Gonna Be Okay. Now, hear stories about him and those productions that you have never heard before. It's an absolute treat and a bumper episode! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we hear some experiences from Asif's remarkable television career. He recounts experiences on Hell's Kitchen, and in Australia Big Brother - Friday Night Live, The Biggest Loser, Nerds FC and more. We also hear his unique and qualified point of view of the difference between "traditional tv" and online formats, and why they don't easily tra...

Send us Fan Mail You may not be familiar with the name, but Asif Zubairy has done it all! His most recent position was as ITV UK Commissioning Editor. Asif grew up in the UK and his experience as a writer led to an unorthodox move into television. In this episode we hear about Asif's career trajectory, working on The Big Breakfast with Sir Bob Geldof, and a surprising experience with Yasser A...

Send us Fan Mail Alex Wadelton is a renowned advertising creative. What he has to say about creatives, and the rise of AI will give you pause. Don't miss this! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Pam talks about Hey, Hey, It's Saturday, and tells some incredible stories of when the show went on the road to the US. Pam and Jon discuss the lack of opportunity for performers to appear on tv now. Also the reinvention of the morning genre with The Circle, and the evergreen Family Feud Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Pam Barnes is a legendary Australian television producer. In this first part, she talks to Jon about everything from IMT, The Don Lane Show, Sale of the Century, Australia Live, The Einstein Factor, How Much Do You Love Me?, The Logies and much more. Then in part two Pam will discuss the programs for which she is best known - Hey, Hey, It's Saturday, The Circle and Family Feu...

Send us Fan Mail Adam Zwar continues his chat. We hear about the Agony series, The Wedge with Rebel Wilson, Squinters, Mr. Black and more. Support the show