Inside Content - The TV Industry Podcast

On this episode of Inside Content, Toby Russell, CEO at 3Vision, is joined by Peter Andrews, founder of Pilot Season and former Head of Network Programming at SBS. They explore how LA Screenings has evolved from a traditional studio-led screenings event into a broader industry market focused on buying, networking and strategic conversations. Their discussion covers Peter’s impressions from this ye...

On this special spotlight episode of Inside Content , 3Vision brings together conversations with leaders from Blue Ant, Fremantle, Fuse, Samsung TV Plus Italy, ITV Studios and Studio71 to explore how the FAST ecosystem is evolving. The episode looks at how FAST has moved from an emerging opportunity to a more established part of the content business. Across the conversations, the guests discuss wh...

On this special highlights episode of Inside Content , 3Vision brings together conversations with leaders from TiVo, The Trade Desk, Whale TV, Xumo and TCL to explore the growing role of TV operating systems and OEM platforms in connected TV. The episode looks at how the TV interface is becoming more important to content discovery, FAST and AVOD distribution, advertising monetisation and the broad...

On this episode of Inside Content, Eva De Mora, Analyst at 3vision, is joined by Candace Mizga, co-founder, executive producer and actor, and Calvin Singh, chief operatingofficer and founding partner at Chera TV - a vertical streaming platform focused on premium micro dramas.   They unpack what micro dramas really are, and why Candaceand Calvin believe the next evolution of vertical storytelling n...

On this episode of Inside Content, Jed Ayloff, Senior Analyst at3vision is joined by Shujah Farooq, Strategic Partnerships & Content Acquisition Manager at TCL.   They explore what TCL Channels is and why its CTV only, global approach makes it a distinctive player in ad supported streaming. Shujah also shares how TCL is prioritising curation and quality, tightening channel line ups, improving...

On this episode of Inside Content, Hayley Bull, VP at 3Vision is joined by Stefan Van Engen, Head of Content and Partnerships at Xumo, where he oversees both Xumo Play, the company’s FAST service, and Xumo’s enterprise business powering channels for platforms around the world. In this conversation, they explore what’s actually working in FAST right now, from classic TV and crime to news and sports...

On this episode of Inside Content, Jack Thomas, Director at 3Vision is joined by Carlyn Staudt, President of Global Channels and Streaming at Blue Ant Media.   They talk about why owning IP is the foundation for global success, how Blue Ant windows and monetises content across platforms and territories, and why Pay TV still plays a meaningful role - not just for revenue stability, but even for fin...

On this episode of Inside Content, Hayley Bull, VP at 3Vision is joined by Cristina Sala, Country Lead for Samsung TV Plus in Italy.   They explore how Samsung TV Plus is positioning itself in Italy’s highly competitive FAST landscape, why curation is becoming more important than aggregation, and how partnerships with broadcasters like Rai are shaping the service.   Stay in the content world loop...

On this episode of Inside Content, Jed Ayloff, Senior Analyst at 3Vision, is joined by two key voices from Whale TV: Teresa López, VP of Whale TV+, and Chris Hock, Head of Whale TV Ads.   They explore how Whale TV has grown into a global CTV operating system, powering over 400 independent brands, and how they’re delivering next-gen streaming through Whale TV+.   Stay in the content world loop 👇 I...

On this episode of Inside Content,  Toby Russell, CEO at 3Vision is joined by Dilip Bala, Managing Director for the Americas at Merzigo.   They explore  why YouTube is no longer just a marketing tool but a core distribution channel, how Facebook plays a powerful role for viral and unscripted content, and why localisation especially dubbing—is critical to global growth.   We discuss Merzigo’s appro...

On this episode of Inside Content, Peyton Lombardo, Senior Manager at 3Vision is joined Samir Asthana, Head of OTT Distribution at Studio71.   Samir offers a comprehensive look at how creator content is being reimagined for FAST and VOD platforms—from packaging and programming to brand strategy and discoverability. They examine key success metrics, content selection processes, and how platform dem...

On this episode of Inside Content, Jack Thomas, Director at 3Vision is joined by Matthew Henick, SVP,  Ventura TV OS at The Trade Desk.   In this episode, they discuss how The Trade Desk, through its TV Operating System Ventura TV OS is addressing some of the biggest challenges in Connected TV —like fragmented ad delivery, complex supply chains, and the need for greater transparency. They also div...

In this episode of Inside Content, Toby Russell, CEO at 3Vision is joined by Jens Richter, CEO of Commercial and International at Fremantle. Jens shares how Fremantle is adapting its business across three major pillars—traditional distribution, D2C, and social media—and what that means in practical terms for monetising content globally. They talk about the resurgence of classic IPs and how Fremant...

On this episode of Inside Content, Jonathan Nickell, COO at 3Vision is joined by Ruth Berry, President of Global Partnerships and Zoo55 at ITV Studios.   They explore the major macro trends reshaping the industry—from audience fragmentation to the growing shift towards digital-first content—and how ITV is meeting these challenges with innovation and scale. Ruth also shares insights into the rise o...

On this episode of Inside Content, Hayley Bull, VP at 3Vision is joined by Dan Fahy. Dan brings a wealth of knowledge and strategic insight into what’s unfolding in the Australian market.   In this episode, they unpack the state of Pay TV, the shifting SVOD landscape, the broadcaster-led dominance in FAST, and how local programming—from Bluey to Colin from Accounts—is resonating internationally.  ...

In this episode of Inside Content, Eva Alejandra De Mora, Analyst at 3Vision, is joined by Dave Davis, Chief Content Officer at Protege. With a background spanning roles at Paramount, NBCUniversal, and Fox, Dave now leads Protege’s efforts to license media content for AI model training.   Together they explore how Protege is bridging the gap between content owners and AI developers, the challenges...

On this episode of Inside Content, Jack Davison, EVP at 3Vision is joined by Simon Cox, EVP Content Acquisitions at Banijay Rights. They explore how Banijay Rights navigates the ever-changing world of content distribution—from theenduring appeal of crime drama and the shift in streamer strategies, to the growth of AVOD and the renewed focus on windowing. We also explore the evolving appetite for I...

On this episode of Inside Content, Peyton Lombardo, Senior Manager at 3Vision, is joined by Patrick Courtney, Chief Business Officer at Fuse Media—a global entertainment company known for its multicultural programming.   They explore how Fuse Media has evolved from its roots in pay TV into a modern media operation with seven FAST channels and a growing SVOD footprint. Their discussion includes the...

On this episode of Inside Content, Hayley Bull, VP at 3Vision is joined by Tiffany Sinclair from the BBC’s public service arm. Tiffany leads the broadcaster’s efforts in automotive distribution, overseeing how BBC Sounds and other contentreach audiences through connected car platforms. On this episode, we discuss why in-car listening is so vital to the BBC, how joint ventures like Radioplayer are...

On this episode of Inside Content, Jonathan Nickell, COO at 3Vision is joined by Parul Goel, Territory Head for Europe and CFO for Europe and North America at Zee Entertainment. They discuss how Zee is expanding its footprint across Europe, with a particular focus on FAST channels and localized content. Parul also shares how the company tailors its strategy for different markets, balances premium...

On this episode of Inside Content, Hayley Bull, Vice President at 3Vision, is joined by Anya Ernest, who leads app ecosystem initiatives at Polestar . They explore how Polestar has partnered with broadcasters like SVT and BBC, and how native app support from providers like TV2 in Norway is shaping the future of automotive media. Anya also shares her perspective on how EVs change the expectations f...

On this episode of Inside Content, Peyton Lombardo, Senior Manager at 3Vision, is joined by Amanda Stevens, SVP of Global Digital Partnerships at All3Media International. They explore All3Media’s evolving digital strategy across FAST, AVOD, and SVOD platforms. Amanda shares insights into building successful FAST channels, the balance between single IP and mixed genre brands, and the challenges of...

Hello and welcome to Inside Content. On this episode, Jack Davison, EVP at 3Vision is joined by Stewart Clarke, SVP, Content, International at Deadline. They explore the key themes shaping the content industry today. Guided by insights from our latest Annual Trends Survey, Stewart and Jack discuss major shifts in windowing, the return of second-window licensing, evolving broadcaster-streamer dynam...

On this episode of Inside Content, Hayley Bull, Vice President at 3Vision, is joined by  Rose Hulse, Founder and CEO of ScreenHits TV. They explore the evolution of in-car entertainment and how ScreenHits TV is redefining the passenger viewing experience through smart TV integration in vehicles. Rose shares insights into the company’s partnerships with global automotive brands, the unique challeng...

On this episode of Inside Content, Hayley Bull, Vice President at 3Vision, is joined by Sven Eckoldt, who leads partnerships at CARIAD – the software arm of Volkswagen Group. They explore how CARIAD is redefining the in-car entertainment experience through video, gaming, and contextual content. Sven shares insights into the evolving role of vehicles as digital platforms, how major streaming servic...