Game Changers Radio

On the eve of the next round of GFK survey results, Wade has a theory that Kyle and Jackie might be in the process of cleaning up their act. Expect some pushback from Irene and Craig on that notion. We talk with one of our favourites Tim Burrowes from Unmade Media about ARN’s end of year results. and we’ll stick our collective necks out and take a swing at predictions for Tuesday’s ratings results...

Very few people in Australian radio have had such a profound impact on his colleagues as Andrew “Bag” Sidwell. Everyone who knew him not only loved him, but were inspired by his passion for learning and life. In today’s episode we’re going to be as fearless, thoughtful and creative as we can be to honour our beautiful friend. Game Changers is sponsored by MusicMaster Scheduling - Smashing out musi...

In this episode we review one of Kyle and Jackie O’s biggest moments from the Melbourne Radio Wars so far, this week’s interview with only fans creator Bonnie Blue.  With the Olympics finishing up, Irene will reflect on those podium worthy moments from this battle, and another 2day breakfast show bites the dust, who will replace Hughesy, Ed and Erin? We have no clue, but that won’t stop us from ta...

Ding, ding. In the red corner, he’s the Nova flop with a mouth that can’t stop flapping - Wade Kingsley. And in the blue corner, the King of all radio who never pulls his punches - Kyle Sandilands. In this episode we step back in to the ring and discuss Wade’s accidental appearance on the Kyle and Jackie O show, plus we talk about the value of listener research - whether you like your feedback to...

In this episode Wade doesn’t pull any punches after hearing a less than stellar half hour of the Kyle and Jackie show. And we talk about the value of a good story arc after the Fox won the week their brilliantly executed Underdogs tactic. Game Changers is sponsored by MusicMaster Scheduling - Smashing out music made easy.  Find out more at https://www.createconsultresearch.com/musicmaster/ This se...

In this episode Irene shares with us her notes on a side by side by side monitor of all 3 shows, whilst Wade checks out the new tactics on the air for survey 5 along with some thoughts on who is winning the PR battle and why. Plus we pull apart one of our best listener emails yet with a perspective on Kyle and Jackie O that you might find surprising. Game Changers is sponsored by MusicMaster Sched...

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-splitting with another round of Real or Spin and Andrew Bucky Bucklow from news.com.au will join us to talk about the radio chick who’s getting all the clicks. Ga...

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 Follow us on Insta @game_changers_radio, and on Facebook at Game Changers: Radio. Email us at melbourneradiowars@gmail.com Support the show: https://www.am...

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 referring to when he was talking about moronic radio contests?” Our evasive and completely unreliable answers will shock you! Game Changers is sponsored by...

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 carnage of 2024, without question Australian media’s toughest trading year with declining revenue and the pace of structural changes increasing by the day.  ...

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 only a good Canadian can. Also this week we focus on the 3 female superstars who are spearheading their stations’ focus on Melbourne’s 25-44 females. And was...

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 Stormy waters and discuss the value of a porn star on the Fox, and we’ll crank up the age old question of whether cash contesting can really make a differe...

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 are well and truly divided on this one, stand by for some fireworks. We’ll also have another round of real or spin as we analyse the messages from the Nova...

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, and speculate on what might happen next. Game Changers is sponsored by MusicMaster Scheduling - Smashing out music made easy.  Find out more at https://...

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 sponsored by MusicMaster Scheduling - Smashing out music made easy.  Find out more at https://www.createconsultresearch.com/musicmaster/ This series contai...

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 Laurie - she’s starred on radio and has been dominating the podcast world for years, and believes there’ll be a clear winner in the Melbourne Radio Wars. G...

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 the show: https://www.amazon.com.au/Game-Changers-Insights-broadcasters-programmers-ebook/dp/B07YSDKCDX Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...

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 comprehensive review of how the shows are sounding. Plus we talk with Tim Burrowes from UnMade about the sale that wasn’t. Now that the ARN break-up of SCA is of...

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 series contains the use of AI generated voices. Sound design is by Dom Evans at  EARSAY Follow us on Insta @game_changers_radio, and on Facebook at Game Changer...

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 content director at ZM in New Zealand. Ross programmed the Jase and PJ national drive show and has some strong views on how this battle may play out. And we’ll...

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, hell yes! Joining us for a full debrief is the Wade Kingsley founder of the Ideas business. Game Changers is sponsored by MusicMaster Scheduling - Smashing out...

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’ll talk with Kyle and Jackie’s first Ep, Paul Dowsley about his exclusive Channel 7 interviews with all three shows. And we catch-up with one of Australia’s...

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 click bait media brand - Kyle and Jackie O. Game Changers is sponsored by MusicMaster Scheduling - Smashing out music made easy. Find out more at https://www.c...

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, regardless of where it comes from. Plus we talk with one of Australia’s leading brand and marketing gurus, Adam Ferrier about how the battle for hearts an...

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 our thoughts on the survey one results in Melbourne. Game Changers is sponsored by MusicMaster Scheduling - Smashing out music made easy. Find out more at htt...