Game Changers Radio: Melbourne Radio Wars

Australia’s favourite media brand. Hamish and Andy are universally loved. Starting at the Fox in 2001, Hamish and Andy have created a mountain of funny moments for listeners all around Australia. Hamish and Andy are the global benchmark for what radio is capable of. Game Changers is sponsored by Audata Connect - The new cloud phone system built for radio  – search Audata Connect to learn more Get Cassie Henderson - Seconds To Midnight locked in to your summer playlists - everything you need is at cassiehenderson.com/radio Sound design is by Dom Evans at EARSAY Follow us on Insta @melbourneradiowars, and on Facebook at Game Changers: Radio. Email us at melbourneradiowars@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No other show has dominated a single market quite like Kyle and Jackie O. With over 140 number 1 FM survey results in Sydney, they are show that has defined Sydney Fm radio for the last years and along the way have made Australian radio famous. Kyle and Jackie O are Kyle Sandilands and Jackie Henderson. Game Changers is sponsored by Audata Connect - The new cloud phone system built for radio  – search Audata Connect to learn more Get Cassie Henderson - Seconds To Midnight locked in to your summer playlists - everything you need is at cassiehenderson.com/radio Sound design is by Dom Evans at EARSAY Follow us on Insta @melbourneradiowars, and on Facebook at Game Changers: Radio. Email us at melbourneradiowars@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They were Nova’s first breakfast show who set the tone for the Nova brand both in Sydney and around the country. Always funny, always taking the piss, Merrick and Rosso were at the forefront of a new sound of radio in the early 2000’s that other followed. Merrick and Rosso are Merrick Watts and Tim Ross. Game Changers is sponsored by Audata Connect - The new cloud phone system built for radio  – search Audata Connect to learn more Get Cassie Henderson - Seconds To Midnight locked in to your summer playlists - everything you need is at cassiehenderson.com/radio Sound design is by Dom Evans at EARSAY Follow us on Insta @melbourneradiowars, and on Facebook at Game Changers: Radio. Email us at melbourneradiowars@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt and Jo dominated the Melbourne breakfast market through the 00’s and 10’s, notching up 60 number 1 surveys. Funny, smart, hard working and they had the biggest, most talked about benchmark in the country - Gotcha calls. The Matt and Jo show were Matt Tilley, Jo Stanley, Adam Richards and Troy Ellis. Game Changers is sponsored by Audata Connect - The new cloud phone system built for radio  – search Audata Connect to learn more Get Cassie Henderson - Seconds To Midnight locked in to your summer playlists - everything you need is at cassiehenderson.com/radio Sound design is by Dom Evans at EARSAY Follow us on Insta @melbourneradiowars, and on Facebook at Game Changers: Radio. Email us at melbourneradiowars@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From an unknown radio host becoming the number 1 breakfast show in Melbourne in less than 2 years. There is no radio story quite like this one.  Christian shares with us those dark early days and how he managed to hold an and eventually triumph in the toughest radio market in the county.The Christian O’Connell breakfast show is Christian O’Connell, Jack Post and Patsy Jones. Game Changers is sponsored by Audata Connect - The new cloud phone system built for radio  – search Audata Connect to learn more Get Cassie Henderson - Seconds To Midnight locked in to your summer playlists - everything you need is at cassiehenderson.com/radio Sound design is by Dom Evans at EARSAY Follow us on Insta @melbourneradiowars, and on Facebook at Game Changers: Radio. Email us at melbourneradiowars@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we celebrate Jase and Lauren’s survey 8 result which is the highest in Nova Melbourne’s history. What now for Kyle and Jackie? How will they approach the monumental challenge of rebuilding in Melbourne after the failures of 2024. And we finish the year on a high with a musical number that could get us a Grammy, or a Tony, or a cease and desist letter. Game Changers is sponsored by Audata Connect - The new cloud phone system built for radio  – search Audata Connect to learn more 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.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everyone doing a radio show back in the 2010’s wanted to sound as chilled and carefree as Kate, Tim and Marty on Nova. We talk with Tim Blackwell who set the thermostat for a show that made some of the funniest banter on radio. Kate, Tim and Marty were Kate Ritchie, Tim Blackwell and Marty Sheargold. Game Changers is sponsored by Audata Connect - The new cloud phone system built for radio  – search Audata Connect to learn more Get Cassie Henderson - Seconds To Midnight locked in to your summer playlists - everything you need is at cassiehenderson.com/radio Sound design is by Dom Evans at EARSAY Follow us on Insta @melbourneradiowars, and on Facebook at Game Changers: Radio. Email us at melbourneradiowars@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonesy and Amanda have just celebrated 20 years together on WS FM with their best survey 7 result in the show’s history. The best is yet to come for a show that is the heart and soul of Sydney FM radio. Jonesy and Amanda are Brendan Jones and Amanda Keller. Game Changers is sponsored by Audata Connect - The new cloud phone system built for radio  – search Audata Connect to learn more Get Cassie Henderson - Seconds To Midnight locked in to your summer playlists - everything you need is at cassiehenderson.com/radio Sound design is by Dom Evans at EARSAY Follow us on Insta @melbourneradiowars, and on Facebook at Game Changers: Radio. Email us at melbourneradiowars@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Eddie McGuire and Luke Darcy started the MMM Hot breakfast in 2009, it was bottom of the FM ranking and rating a 3 share. Enter Mick Molloy at the end of year one and soon after it notched up the first of 26 number 1 survey results.  The Hot Breakfast was Eddie McGuire, Luke Darcy and Mick Molloy. Game Changers is sponsored by Audata Connect - The new cloud phone system built for radio  – search Audata Connect to learn more Get Cassie Henderson - Seconds To Midnight locked in to your summer playlists - everything you need is at cassiehenderson.com/radio Sound design is by Dom Evans at EARSAY Follow us on Insta @melbourneradiowars, and on Facebook at Game Changers: Radio. Email us at melbourneradiowars@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Kavalee was in his early 20’s and working as a Black Thunder pilot at MMM Sydney when he got the call that would change his life. It was Tony Martin, asking him to be a part of a brand new radio show. Get This was Tony Martin, Ed Kavalee and Richard Marsland with sound design by Matt Dower. Game Changers is sponsored by Audata Connect - The new cloud phone system built for radio  – search Audata Connect to learn more Get Cassie Henderson - Seconds To Midnight locked in to your summer playlists - everything you need is at cassiehenderson.com/radio Sound design is by Dom Evans at EARSAY Follow us on Insta @melbourneradiowars, and on Facebook at Game Changers: Radio. Email us at melbourneradiowars@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tim Smith was the man who had an idea to get his funny mates together a share good conversation. It turned into one of Melbourne’s most successful breakfast shows.  The Cage was Tim Smith, Matt Parkinson, Bridgette Duclos, James Brayshaw, Peter Berner and Mike Fitzpatrick. Game Changers is sponsored by Audata Connect - The new cloud phone system built for radio  – search Audata Connect to learn more Get Cassie Henderson - Seconds To Midnight locked in to your summer playlists - everything you need is at cassiehenderson.com/radio Sound design is by Dom Evans at EARSAY Follow us on Insta @melbourneradiowars, and on Facebook at Game Changers: Radio. Email us at melbourneradiowars@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s episode, we look back on the events of the last 7 months and discuss key learnings. Andrew Bucklow from news.com.au will take us through the 5 biggest radio headlines of 2024, and Wade has promised a special guest which he hopes will turn around the flagging fortunes of his once great segment, Wade’s List. Game Changers is sponsored by Audata Connect - The new cloud phone system built for radio  – search Audata Connect to learn more 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  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we explore the 3 key factors that matter most in war - field position, fire power and morale of the troops. Which show and station is best positioned for the next season of the Melbourne Radio Wars? And we celebrate the anniversary of the great shafting of 2023. It’s one year ago that Jase and Lauren were given the flick - how things have changed. Game Changers is sponsored by Audata Connect - The new cloud phone system built for radio  – search Audata Connect to learn more 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  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More changes at ARN this week headlined by the departure of the talented Mitch Churi, in this episode we discuss the implications for Australian radio and whether we can still be a platform for talented young presenters to build their careers on. Also this week Craig talks about the demassification of media and how the Kyle and Jackie O network strategy could be flying in the face of consumers connecting with a more tailored, personalised approach to their media choices. Game Changers is sponsored by Audata Connect - The new cloud phone system built for radio  – search Audata Connect to learn more 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  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the team who brought you the Melbourne Radio Wars comes the list that’s 25 years in the making. The Top 10 FM Radio Shows Of The Last 25 Years. The shows that have woken you up, driven you home, and just made you feel good. The definitive list. The best of Australian FM radio from 2000 to now. The Top 10 FM Radio Shows Of The Last 25 Years. Starts December 9.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

in this episode we dissect the GFK survey 7 results that have seen Jase and Lauren put a serious gap on the rest of their FM competitors in Melbourne. Wade has heard one of K and J’s best content weeks of the year, we’ll tell you why they may have turned the corner and we’ll introduce you to a Melbourne Radio Wars super fan who seemingly knows more about the radio industry than we do! Game Changers is sponsored by Audata Connect - The new cloud phone system built for radio  – search Audata Connect to learn more 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  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Survey 7 results are in and Jase and Lauren have had a blinder. Hear our first thoughts on GFK survey 7. Game Changers is sponsored by Audata Connect - The new cloud phone system built for radio  – search Audata Connect to learn more 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  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  In this episode we compare the challenges of building a coalition of voters with the idea of growing an audience big enough to win the ratings. Can Kyle and Jackie O find a pathway to success through Melbourne’s suburban women or do they need to think differently about this swing state? We also talk with Tim Burrowes from Unmade about this week's senate estimates hearing which focused on Kyle and Jackie’s extreme content and whether more needs to be done to protect broadcast audiences. Game Changers is sponsored by Audata Connect - The new cloud phone system built for radio  – search Audata Connect to learn more 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.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oh, yes we can. Waaaade not only has a list on this much loved podcast, he now has a bookclub, and his first review is the Kevin Sheedy biography. (We may also squeeze in a quick back and forth about Jackie Henderson’s new book “The Whole Truth”.)What happened at 2day in 2013? As always, there’s 2 sides to every story. 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.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we take a look at the all important revenue positions for SCA, ARN and Nova. Content and sales are the key drivers of every radio business and there’s never been as many revenue challenges as the ones radio faces right now. Also in this episode, Irene sharpens up the best ears in radio for deep dive into Jase and Lauren - they had their first survey decrease last book, is there any red flags being wagged by small aliens in red tracksuits? Find out in this episode. 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.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.