Game Changers Radio

This week, we ask the big question: can radio truly own a story that’s already broken the internet? Taylor Swift’s engagement to Travis Kelce lit up the feeds—so what role should radio play when the world is already talking? We also break down the latest financial scorecards: momentum is clearly with SCA while ARN faces tougher headwinds. What’s driving the split and what does it mean for the future of both networks? Media analyst Tim Burrowes joins us to unpack the fallout. Plus, who deserves to be the next inductee into Radio’s Hall of Fame? This episode of Game Changers Radio was brought to you by Meliora — trusted by radio and audio leaders around the world to build what's next. Meliora's sponsor message in this episode uses an Al-generated voice. Email us at mail@gamechangersradio.com Game Changers Radio is edited by Abe’s Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Q&A time on the podcast, we have a bunch of great questions from our game changer listeners and on this week’s episode, we’ll get through all of them. Plus we talk about the new CRA campaign promoting the power of audio with Adam Ferrier, and finally Wade’s List is getting the support it so desperately needs with a special guest host, one of Australia’s biggest podcasters. Will they be able to save this segment that has been teetering on the brink for months? Find out by hitting play now. Email us at mail@gamechangersradio.com Game Changers Radio is edited by Abe’s Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we discuss the fallout from this week's big radio resignations - the moves are coming thick and fast as the jockeying begins for 2026.Also this week, we talk with UK media expert Matt Deegan about the latest data on Gen Z and Gen Alpha radio consumption. Thanks to Matt Deegan for joining us - you can find Matt at themediaclub.com Email us at mail@gamechangersradio.com Game Changers Radio is edited by Abe’s Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s episode, we discuss the move that has been months in the making - Christian O’Connell is going national in 2026. What will this mean for Gold in Melbourne and Sydney? What are the opportunities for stations like Smooth and MMM? Also this week we talk to the legendary Clive Dickens about his new tech advisory firm Meliora and how AI will be at the forefront of new content opportunities in audio. Thanks to Clive Dickens for a thought provoking discussion.  Find out more about Meliora here. Email us at mail@gamechangersradio.com Game Changers Radio is edited by Abe’s Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the fall out from Triple J's Hottest 100, Wade and Irene loved it, Craig may have joined the fun police.  Also this week, we announce the winner of the Magnificent 7 - who is the best music announcer in Australia right now? You’ll meet them when you hit play on this episode. Subscribe free to Irene's Substack - go to 'Content This'  Thanks to the magnificently talented Tim Lee for joining us. Level up your announcing with the best in the business, go to radio101 You can email us at mail@gamechangersradio.com Game Changers Radio is edited by Abe’s Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we take one last look at the Survey 4 fallout, we unpack Matthew O'Reilly's first test  as top content boss for Southern Cross Austereo, and we explain why emotional connection - not clichés - should power music radio.  Plus: a cameo from the legendary Todd Campbell and a kiss cam controversy we didn’t ask for… You can email us at mail@gamechangersradio.com Game Changers Radio is edited by Abe’s Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hear our first thoughts on today’s GfK survey 4 numbers. Gold has an historic win in Melbourne, Jase & Lauren dominate breakfast and a tiny glimmer of hope for Kyle & Jackie O with increases in Melbourne and Sydney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s episode, we’ll bring you all of the pain and rejection from the worst aircheck moments that poor, unsuspecting radio folk from all corners of the globe have been subjected to. It’s messy, it’s ugly, it’s cathartic. It’s trauma with a capital T. Also this week, we’ll unveil “the Magnificent 7”, with all this talk of perfect execution and quality announcing, we have chosen the 7 best music announcers on Australian radio right now and we’d love to know who you think is the best.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Cameron, SCA's Chief Content Officer, is leaving his role in a bombshell move announced yesterday. This is big news, let’s see if we can make sense of it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s episode we talk about the dreaded aircheck - judgement, rejection, admonishment and the occasional positive comment that you never notice - oh, the PTSD!   We’ll talk about whether air checking is a useful tool in this new creator economy and how you can deliver useful feedback if you’re a content director. Plus we talk TSL with one of the best programmers in the world - Mike Fitzpatrick. If you want to generate more time spent listening for your show or station, this episode is a must listen. Have you had a traumatic aircheck?  We would love to hear your story, email us at - mail@gamechangersradio.com Game Changers Radio is edited by Abe’s Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode we debate Kyle’s studio walk out, was it real or was it for ratings? Fair to say we have strong opinions on both sides of the argument. And we reveal the Top 5 social media accounts right now, you won’t believe what comes in at number 1.  Have any feedback for us?  Email us at mail@gamechangersradio.com Special thanks to Kieran Simpson for joining us on this episode. If you want some guidance on socials, you can contact Kieran at kieran@seenit.au. Game Changers Radio is edited by Abe’s Audio.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The reviews are in on Lu & Jarch’s new afternoon show on Triple M and it’s fair to say, we are all massive fans of this show.  We have some thoughts on how good they are, and how good they might become. Also on this week’s episode, we discuss the backlash to Jase & Lauren’s Hide and Seek contest, were the clues too hard?, was the contest too difficult to play? We’ll dissect the contest and discuss ways to make it more inclusive when they bring it back to Nova. Reach us at mail@gamechangersradio.com Game Changers Radio is edited by Abe’s Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2025 Infinite Dial report on Australian audio consumption was released this week and our guest is the head of Edison Research, Larry Rosin who will help explain the data.  Larry has been a fan and friend of Australian radio for many years and his thoughts on the success of radio and podcasting in Australia are well worth checking out. Also this week we respond to one of the most proactive listener letters we’ve received in the last 12 months - the premise of the letter - The Fox Underdogs is a turn off moment, not a tune-in talking point.  We have a lot to say about this letter. What do you think?   Email us at mail@gamechangersradio.com Melbourne Radio Wars is edited by Abe’s Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The results are in for survey 3, hear our first thoughts now.Zero spin, zero bias.   Send us your thoughts on the survey results to mail@gamechangersradio.com Game Changers is edited by Abe’s Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Game Changers Radio is here - and we’re off to a flying start. Our first guest is Ben Cooper, one of the most influential radio programmers of the past 20 years. As the architect of BBC’s “Listen, Watch, Share” strategy, Ben helped Radio 1 connect with young audiences around the globe.  In this episode, we dive into what’s missing in Top 40 radio today - and we put Ben on the spot about how the industry should be thinking about AI. We love hearing from you.  Send your feedback, questions, thoughts to mail@gamechangersradio.com Melbourne Radio Wars is edited by Abe’s Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.