Mumbrellacast

On this episode of the one-on-one series, host Neil Griffiths sits down with Force of Nature: The Dry 2 star, Eric Bana, as well as director Rob Connolly, producer Jodi Matterson and The Dry author, Jane Harper.

14 February 2024 Seven pulled in some massive TV ratings this week with the Super Bowl, but their financials weren’t as stellar. Here’s the good and bad news about it. Also on this episode: We tease this week's one-on-one podcast series guest! Join Neil Griffiths and Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia’s media and marketing umbrella.

Part two: Neil Griffiths is joined by one of the headliner names at the 2024 Mumbrella360 conference and the former Nike CMO, Greg Hoffman.

7 February 2024 Taylor Swift is set to hit Australia next year and Taylor-mania has well and truly swept the nation… but that all comes after Monday’s Super Bowl where the pop star seems to be getting more attention then the game itself! Also on this episode: We discuss Mumbrella’s new one-on-one series and tease part two of our conversation with former Nike CMO, Greg Hoffman. Join Neil Griffiths...

On this episode of the one-on-one series, host Neil Griffiths is joined by one of the headliner names at the 2024 Mumbrella360 conference and the former Nike CMO, Greg Hoffman.

31 January 2024 The last week has seen the rebirth of one iconic Australian brand and the death of another Also on this episode: Optus dealt another blow as incoming head marketer ditches role just days out from commencing Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang and Lauren McNamara for a look at everything under Australia’s media and marketing umbrella.

24 January 2024 Former News Corp CEO Kim Williams is set to be the next chair of ABC - here's what it could mean for consumers and staff. Also on this episode: - Woolworths CEO Brad Banducci has attempted to clear up the Australia Day backlash - but did it work? Join Neil Griffiths & Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

17 January 2024 On the first episode of the year, hosts Neil Griffiths and Adam Lang go through some big announcements for Mumbrella and are joined by the editorial team to discuss the Australia Day retail fallout, why the Australian Open remains a hit for advertisers and brands, and so much more!

13 December 2023 Netflix is now releasing its viewing data - CEO Ted Sarandos told us all about it Also on this episode:  For the final Mumbrellacast of 2023, we look at some of the biggest stories of the year Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang & Nathan Jolly for a look at everything under Australia’s media and marketing umbrella.

6 November 2023 Spotify the latest to be hit with staff cuts across its global business as it pivots away from podcasts Also on this episode:  Elon Musk tells advertisers what he really thinks And we look into the International Cricket Council’s new deal with Amazon Prime Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang, Nathan Jolly & Kalila Welch for a look at everything under Australia’s media and marketing umbr...

29 November 2023 Private Media publishing group the latest to get hit with redundancies Also on this episode:  Australia’s creative industry wants to clean up its act and now we have proof The founder behind Jim’s Mowing has launched a beauty business and it is booming  Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang & Kalila Welch for a look at everything under Australia’s media and marketing umbrella.

22 November 2023 Kyle & Jackie O sign historic ten-year deal; is this the beginning of the end for SCA? Also today: - We talk to ARN CEO Ciaran Davis about the huge deal - And we look at the fallout from Optus CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin’s resignation this week and how the telco can bounce back Join Neil Griffiths & Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia’s media and marketing umbrella.

15 November 2023 Seven West Media enters the ARN/SCA media wars, but what does it all mean? Also on this episode: Optus offer up new explanation for last week’s nationwide outage And the ARIA Awards are back, but for how long? Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang & Nathan Jolly for a look at everything under Australia’s media and marketing umbrella.

8 November 2023 Optus slammed after nationwide outrage, as Comms Minister demands answers Also on this episode: Has the Melbourne Cup lost its media value? And the aftermath of the Qantas AGM   Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang & Nathan Jolly for a look at everything under Australia’s media and marketing umbrella.

1 November 2023 Telstra’s recent agency roster shake-up results in redundancies at CHEP, as revealed by Mumbrella this week. Also this week: - Mumbrella’s events are back in 2024 with Mumbrella360 and CommsCon - And inside SCA’s annual general meeting Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang & Lauren McNamara for a look at everything under Australia’s media and marketing umbrella.

25 October 2023 The aftermath of Australia’s inaugural South by Southwest - the good, the bad and its future. Also today: - It’s upfronts season - we dive into some of the networks 2024 plans - The latest on ARN’s bid to takeover SCA - And one of Australia’s biggest names in TV says the misinformation cycle in news and social media is beyond repair Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang & Nathan Jolly for...

18 October 2023 ARN makes a shock bid for rival SCA - what will happen, and what does it mean for the broader media landscape? Also today: Marketing is dead. It sounds provocative, but could adland guru Kevin Roberts be onto something? Telstra announces a major shake-up to its brand and marketing agency roster  And with the Voice referendum now behind us - we look at where it all went wrong for th...

11 October 2023 We're in the final few days of campaigning before the Voice referendum - can last minute advertising really sway votes? Also today: The chair and three directors to go in a major board shakeup at Qantas OzTAM appoints a new CEO And what Nick McKenzie and Joe Aston - two of Australia’s best journalists - have in common Join Michael Thompson, Sean Aylmer & Adam Lang for a look at eve...

4 October 2023 Australia’s highest-paid media boss took home $3.4m last year - we take a look at what CEOs are being paid in the media world Also today: Sport is still king on free-to-air TV The 'Yes' campaign gains media momentum - but will it be enough? And Spotify’s conquered podcasts, now they’re going after Audible with audiobooks Join Michael Thompson & Sean Aylmer for a look at everything u...

27 September 2023 What is going on at Dentsu? Restructuring, redundancies, and a few big appointments - all signs of the pressures on media businesses right now. Also today: Crown Resorts launches a major brand refresh - will it be enough to repair its reputation after two Royal Commissions? Threads and a rebranded Twitter fail to capture Australia’s attention And the launch of Mumbrella’s State o...

20 September 2023 It's the biggest talent deal in Australian media history - can Kyle & Jackie O pull off a $200m contract? And what’s this mean for the broader industry? Also today: After YouTube's upfront and TikTok's For You Summit, we look at what the video giants are doing in the market right now Advertising businesses who work with fossil fuel companies are being called out, as pressure moun...

13 September 2023 Advertising industry salaries have been revealed, showing benchmark wages right across adland. What's this tell us about the industry - and how can you use it to get a pay rise? Also today: The second coming of cinema advertising: surprising new research suggests Australian advertising preferences are experiencing a 90s throwback. And have you ever seen a brand do more collaborat...

6 September 2023 Qantas has been engulfed by a PR nightmare. We look at what the new CEO has to do to restore public trust in the airline. Also today: It’s Upfront season - and in a tough advertising market, these events take on even greater significance And does the advertising industry have a problem with feedback? Join Michael Thompson & Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia’s medi...

30 August 2023 The latest radio ratings are in: we look at the big winners, and why some of the results have got broadcasters questioning the numbers. Also today: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced the date for the Voice referendum - so now the campaigns to convince Australians will begin in earnest Free-to-air TV has united behind the VOZ Streaming platform. What will it mean for BVOD...

23 August 2023 Krispy Kreme dumped an offensive commercial this week after being alerted to the gaffe by Mumbrella. But how did it get through in the first place, and will it do lasting brand damage? Also today: Outdoor advertising is on the up - we look at why The best work perks in adland - what would draw you to your next workplace? And a spike in magazine readership suggests the end is not yet...