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Love reality TV? Go behind the scenes with Beyond Reality: the podcast that dives into the world of unscripted television through conversations with the people who make your favourite shows.
Hosted by Australian TV producer Hayley Ferguson, each episode features candid interviews with industry professionals, from producers and directors to editors, crew, and on-screen personalities.
Whether you’re dreaming of a career in television, already working in the industry, or just obsessed with what happens behind the camera, this podcast offers real insights into how TV gets made. Discover the career paths of industry insiders with stories you won’t hear anywhere else - and find out what it really takes to work in TV.
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In this episode of Beyond Reality: Beyond Tribal, long-time Australian Survivor producer Hayley Ferguson sits down with the tenth player eliminated from Australian Survivor: Redemption - Aisha Wighton. LISTEN MORE: If you enjoyed this episode check out my interview with Host David Genat in a pre-season chat. Support the show 🔔 FIND US Never miss an episode — hit follow on your favourite podcast app. You can also connect with us here: 📸 Instagram: @beyondrealityau 📘 Facebook: @beyon...
In this episode of Beyond Reality: Beyond Tribal, long-time Australian Survivor producer Hayley Ferguson sits down with the ninth player eliminated from Australian Survivor: Redemption. Tez opens up about the panic mode that set in at that two-tribe tribal council. He discusses the struggle of playing from the bottom after a devastating tribe swap and why his strategy of playing low-key may have cost him the social agency he needed to make a big move. In this episode, we discuss: • Vo...
In this episode of Beyond Reality: Beyond Tribal, long-time Australian Survivor producer Hayley Ferguson sits down with the eight player eliminated from Australian Survivor: Redemption, Model Lyndl Kean. Lyndl reflects on her blindside, the chaos of the tribe swap, and that heart-pounding idol exchange. Episode Highlights The Blindside: Lyndl discusses what it was like watching her elimination back and the "what ifs" regarding her vote for Caleb. Tribe Swap: Clarity on how the dynamics shifte...
In this episode of Beyond Reality: Beyond Tribal, long-time Australian Survivor producer Hayley Ferguson sits down with the seventh player eliminated from Australian Survivor: Redemption, Country Music Artist Don Rogers. Don arrived on the island with a massive secret, as the brother of the legendary "Godfather" Matt Rogers, he knew the target on his back would be enormous. Don opens up about the struggle of hiding his identity, the abrasive early days at camp, and the exact moment at T...
In this exit interview, Johnson joins long-time Australian Survivor producer Hayley Ferguson to break down his elimination from Australian Survivor: Redemption. From entering the game as a former Big Brother player to navigating tribe dynamics, trust issues, and a fiery Tribal Council, Johnson reflects on what really happened on the island. Was it truly a blindside? Could he have played the vote differently? And how did his Big Brother experience shape his Survivor strategy? We also dive into...
In this episode of Beyond Reality: Beyond Tribal, long-time Australian Survivor producer Hayley Ferguson sits down with the fifth player eliminated from Australian Survivor: Redemption - Harry Hills AKA "Dirty Harry". After playing one of the most memorable games in Australian Survivor history, Harry returns to the island for a third time. In this exclusive exit interview, he reflects on his emotional elimination, the chaotic tribal council that sealed his fate, and what it was like navigatin...
In this episode of Beyond Reality: Beyond Tribal, long-time Australian Survivor producer Hayley Ferguson sits down with the fourth player eliminated from Australian Survivor: Redemption. In a vote that appeared to be driven by revenge after targeting Eliza, Paula shares her side of the story, including how Simon’s name became central to the narrative and whether the truth was stretched in the scramble before Tribal Council. Paula also reflects on: Forming an early bond with Harry ...
In this episode of Beyond Reality: Beyond Tribal, long-time Australian Survivor producer Hayley Ferguson sits down with best-selling author Eliza Reilly, the third person to be voted out of Australian Survivor: Redemption. In this episode, we discuss: The "Lightning Strike" Blindside: How it feels to be the target of an epic move.The Midnight Information Platter: Eliza sets the record straight on that conversation with Lyndl - was she actually asleep, and why was information the only currency...
In this episode of Beyond Reality: Beyond Tribal, long-time Australian Survivor producer Hayley Ferguson sits down with the second player eliminated from Australian Survivor: Redemption. LISTEN MORE: If you enjoyed this episode check out my interview with Host David Genat in a pre-season chat. Support the show 🔔 FIND US Never miss an episode — hit follow on your favourite podcast app. You can also connect with us here: 📸 Instagram: @beyondrealityau 📘 Facebook: @beyondrealitya...
In this episode of Beyond Reality: Beyond Tribal, long-time Australian Survivor producer Hayley Ferguson sits down with the first player eliminated from Australian Survivor: Redemption. LISTEN MORE: If you enjoyed this episode check out my interview with Host David Genat in a pre-season chat. Support the show 🔔 FIND US Never miss an episode — hit follow on your favourite podcast app. You can also connect with us here: 📸 Instagram: @beyondrealityau 📘 Facebook: @beyondreality...
In this episode I sit down with David Genat (AKA former Golden God and brand new host) ahead of the new series of Australian Survuvor: Redemption. We talk about stepping into the role of host on the iconic format, Johnathan Lapaglia’s legacy and what we can expect from this season! David is an international model, presenter, three-time Survivor player (one-time Sole Survivor) and all round renowned reality TV strategist who holds the title of most awarded reality winner of all time afte...
In this episode I’m joined by Endemol Shine Australia’s Director of Comedy - David McDonald. David has a career spanning more than 30 years in comedy and entertainment - overseeing hit shows like Lego masters, Gogglebox and Shaun Micallef's Origin Oddesey. We discuss his career journey from the early years working in scripted comedy, how he injects humour into prime time entertainment shows and the navigating creative risks in the age of social media. ⭐️ CREDITS: Host and Producer: Hayley Fer...
In this episode I chat with Ben Shackleford, a multimedia producer with a background in unscripted entertainment. He's worked on shows like Top Gear Australia, Lego Masters and The Mole. We discuss how the industry is changing and how he's evolved his career along the way. ⭐️ CREDITS: Host and Producer: Hayley Ferguson Audio Editor: Andrew Soo LISTEN MORE: If you enjoyed this episode check out my interviews with: Creative Director, ITV Studios Australia - Alex Mavroidakis Head of Unscri...
Ever wonder how hit shows like Alone, Lego Masters, or K-Popped get made? In this special live episode from SXSW Sydney, host Hayley Ferguson sits down with three of Australia's top unscripted television executives to pull back the curtain. David McDonald (Director of Comedy, Endemol Shine Australia), Keely Sonntag (Head of Unscripted and Development, ITV Studios Australia), and Wes Dening (Head of Global Formats, Eureka Productions) share their incredible origin stories -from actively avoidi...
In this episode, I'm joined by Series Producer, Yasmin Kara whose credits include Dancing with the Stars and The Great Australian Bake Off. Yas shares her story of breaking into the UK industry, how building her experience across a diverse range of roles set her up for success in her current role, and why feel-good TV has been at the heart of her career journey. ⭐️ CREDITS: Host and Producer: Hayley Ferguson Audio Editor: Andrew Soo LISTEN MORE: If you enjoyed this episode check o...
Australian Survivor legend Luke Toki joins Hayley Ferguson after his appearance on Survivor: Australia Vs The World where he was runner up. Luke shares his feelings about the season, the evolution of his strategy this time around and the sliding door moment he feels cost him his game. We also have the loosest and longest round of quick-fire questions of any Beyond Tribal episode. Support the show 🔔 FIND US Never miss an episode — hit follow on your favourite podcast app. You ca...
In this episode of Beyond Reality: Beyond Tribal, long-time Australian Survivor producer Hayley Ferguson sits down with Survivor Legend Cirie Fields after falling just short of the final tribal council once again in Survivor: Australia Vs The World. Support the show 🔔 FIND US Never miss an episode — hit follow on your favourite podcast app. You can also connect with us here: 📸 Instagram: @beyondrealityau 📘 Facebook: @beyondrealityaus 🐦 X (Twitter): @beyondrealityau 📝 Blog: beyo...
In this episode of Beyond Reality: Beyond Tribal, long-time Australian Survivor producer Hayley Ferguson sits down with Kass after her dramatic elimination from Survivor: Australia vs The World. Kass opens up about one of the most chaotic tribal councils of the season – including why she was so sure the votes were heading towards Lisa, what went wrong, and how her idol play was meant to be both a game-saving move and a big résumé builder. We chat about: Why she fought so hard to keep Lisa i...
Business icon and Survivor: Australia V The World finalist, Janine Allis sits down with long-time Australian Survivor producer Hayley Ferguson to unpack her epic journey to the final 3. Janine opens up about: What it was like watching the season back Why she returned to play this season after years awayHer powerful alliance with Luke and how trust shaped her gameThe tough decision at final four that changed everythingWhy she values subtle, deliberate gameplay over flashy movesWhat’...
In this episode of Beyond Reality: Beyond Tribal, host Hayley Ferguson - longtime producer on Australian Survivor - sits down with Survivor legend and now world champion Parvati Shallow off the back of her historic win on Survivor: Australia V. The World. From her first casting break in reality TV to her evolution as one of the game’s greatest players, Parvati reflects on two decades of playing Survivor, what this win means for her legacy, and why she’s finally ready to close the Survivor cha...
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