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McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight

Robert McKnight

McKnight Tonight brings you a hot take on news events every Monday, Wednesday & Thursday at 9pm AEST at youtube.com/@mcknighttonight.Media McKnight delvs into the world of media every Tuesday night at 9pm AEST.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:08:35

S08E03 The real truth about Graham Kennedy's crow call

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/02/13

If you think you know the story about the moment that rocked Australian TV, get ready for the story few people have ever heard - as told by John Mangos.'In this episode:1.15 - ABC goes offline: Tech expert Geoff Quattromani explains what happened6.57 - Channel 10 makes major changes to its executive ranks12.11 - Disney slashes 7,000 jobs18.54 - Remakes, remakes, remakes24.08 - A listener asks for the latest stats on Today v Sunrise after a change of hosts for the channel 9 show29.17 - Hollywood

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57:11

S08E02 A defection, an alleged stalker and will...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/02/06

As the TVBB gang wrap up the week of TV news we look at why Chris Brown has jumped ship, how 9 News presenter Peter Hitchener is making news of his own and the ‘good news’ format being piloted.In this episode:·1.40 – MAFS v Australian Idol v Australian Survivor – a quick ratings snapshot·6.18 – 9 News presenter Peter Hitchener allegedly the victim of a stalker·8.16 – Chris Brown leaves 10 and Amanda Keller isn’t happy·16.06 – A new pilot trialled forcusing on only good news·21.31 – Netflix backs

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58:46

S08E01 Summer's biggest story, the one reality show...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/01/30

The team return from their summer hiatus to bring you all the big issues as the year kicks off...two weeks before ratings start! | TV Blackbox S08E01In this first edition of the TVBB Podcast for 2023:1.44 - On this day: Nine loses its balls4.17 - What were the big stories over Summer?10.01 - The big battle: MAFS v Australian idol v Survivor20.17 - Streaming services to be subjected to content quotas35.51 - Big changes in Brisbane as two sports presenters blow the full time whistle40.52 - INTERVIEW:

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1:07:03

S07E43 Carrie's big farewell... but where was Lisa?

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2022/11/30

It was a who's who of THE PROJECT to say goodbye to Carrie Bickmore, but there was one big personality missing - Lisa Wilkinson.In the final episode of the TVBB Podcast:2.29 - Cutting through the network spin as everyone claims they're a winner in 202210.55 - Nine FINALLY confirms Ally Langdon is moving to ACA and Sarah Abo replaces her on TODAY18.56 - THE PROJECT says goodbye to Carrie, but Lisa is nowhere to be seen35.45 - Our TV highlights of 202248.02 - Hatches & Dispatches50.30 - TV

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20:25

Channel 9's HAMISH TURNER talks ratings and NATIONAL...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2022/11/24

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47:42

S07E42 Neighbours is back, Lisa is gone and TODAY is...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2022/11/21

Summer is coming and so is the end of ratings, but some very big stories are dropping as we head towards the silly season.In this episode:2.10 - Neighbours is back... again6.52 - Lisa 'quits' The Project16.10 - Everything old is new again at Disney18.58 - The ABC refuses to share the salaries of its biggest stars23.57 - The TODAY show slips into third place behind ABC News breakfast26.53 - Streamers told they will be forced to make Aussie content29.37 - 7 News Adelaide presenter Jane Doyle announces

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56:54

S07E41 10's big challenge, Let the Olympic bids begin...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2022/11/16

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1:11:53

S07E40 Big sporting deals, big paying jobs and a big...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2022/11/08

There's $40k up for grabs from Amazon, Nine's doing a big tennis deal and there's an announcement that will change TV Blackbox forever. So, just another week really!In this episode: 1.42 - OzTam announces changes to the ratings system for 20238.21 - Nine's $500m deal with Tennis Australia12.08 - The TODAY show forced off-air due to technical issues20.26 - Amazon Prime video offers $40k for three months just to watch TV26.50 - Rob's bits 'n bobs - The 9pm Pitch the networks rejected51.01 - Hatches

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1:10:12

S07E39 Ally for ACA? | Did 7 spoil 10's party? | The...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2022/11/03

An old favourite returns to the podcast to talk about his favourite subject - Stephen 'Brooky' Brook is our special guest.In this episode:3.18 - 10 gets the lowest Melbourne Cup ratings on record... but is that because of Channel 7's sneaky tactic?9.37 - Our reaction and insights into Channel 7's Upfront Event20.05 - Molk breaks down the SBS Upfront 26.12 - QandA to return to Monday nights - but will it be enough to save the flagging show?33.16 - Doctor Who moved to Disney+ and a lot of fans are

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26:39

S07E38 CHANNEL 7 UPFRONT - ANGUS ROSS

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2022/10/25

In this special episode, Rob talks with the head of programming at Seven - Angus Ross - as the network sells itself to advertisers and media writers at its annual UPFRONT event.And a big twist - why Seven is looking at returning BIG BROTHER to its original format!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:53

S07E37 How to fix Channel 10's programming woes...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2022/10/19

Rob has an audacious plan to use Channel 10's existing programs to increase ratings overnight.In this episode:0.45 - On this day - The BBC first broadcast 100 years ago2.13 - Meet our guest - Claire Isaac2.53 - More movements as Nine tries to find a new host for A Current Affair6.38 - Revealed: 10 offered Carrie Bickmore $1.1m to work just three days a week11.36 - The surprising backlash to Rockwiz returning17.18 - Netflix ads and profile sharing21.45 - hatches & Dispatches23.39 - Rob's bits 'n

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9:55

BONUS - SELLING IN THE CITY

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2022/10/18

NikoleGunn takes a look at the new series where Rosie and Paddy help people take a leap up the property ladder by maximizing the potential of their inner city home, through design that inspires, excites and sells.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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50:37

S07E36 Carrie Quits & The Love Boat sinks

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2022/10/11

Carrie Bickmore dropped a bombshell on The Project as this episode was being recorded and the team share their first reactions and theories on what's next for the popular host.In this episode:3.27 - Meet our guest - Shari Nementzik (Former editor of WHO and OK!)5.19 - Carrie Bickmore to leave THE PROJECT10.42 - 10 Upfront reax17.58 -THE REAL LOVE BOAT bumped after bad ratings25.38 - Seven faces major production issues on MILLION $ ISLAND28.56 - The ABC under fire over its new interview series -

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1:02:29

S07E35 Should a cameraman ever put the camera down to...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2022/10/05

A channel 7 cameraman has been praised on social media for putting down his camera to help people crossing flooding waters... but did he do the right thing? The panel is divided.In this episode:0.43 - this week in TV history2.46 - Australian Idol under fire over a lack of diversity9.10 - 10 News blooper exposes production flaws14.39 - Camo hailed for downing told to help people during news event22.11 - Is Channel 7 about to join the streaming market by teaming up with NBCU29.14 - A quickie with

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53:54

S07E34 Why the Queen is being erased from television...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2022/09/28

Uk broadcasters are currently making some very big decisions that will have big implications on how future generations see the 10 days of mourning of the Queen's death.Special Guest: Tania ZaettaIn this episode: 3.52 - Was 7's AFL coverage and ratings really a disaster?11.55 - The bizarre restrictions being placed on archival footage of the Queen's death18.28 - Neighbours denied heritage listing20.51 - the top 10 Aussie kids shows25.53 - Hatches and Dispatches40.17 - TV Bingebox40.17 - Group Binge -

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1:15:50

S07E33 The Queen brings in big ratings | 9 sharpens...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2022/09/20

The Queen proves TV can still draw big audiences as Nine quietly axes some big shows and Tania Zaetta talks BAYWATCH.In this episode:00.43 - This week in TV history3.10 - Meet our guest...14.40 - The Queen's funeral draws big numbers as the ABC is under fire after sending 27 staff to London to cover the event24.44 - 9 swings the axe on some big brands30.31 - The question Channel 7 doesn't want to be asked33.31 - Details on what ads on Netflix will look like37.05 - Consent warnings on TV shows43.40 -

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1:20:40

S07E32 9 UPFRONTS + Salvatore Coco (Con) from the...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2022/09/14

Recorded hot off the press from the 9 Upfront presentation, the team give their first impressions of the new shows coming in 2023.Our special guest Salvatore Coco has watched the first episode of the NETFLIX remake of Heartbreak High. He played Con in the original series and has some interesting thoughts.in this episode:2.35 - Meet our guest...8.58 - 9 Upfront: The new shows and Molk joins us live from the afterparty to reveal what happened at the presentation at Luna Park in Sydney30.32 - 7 nabs

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21:04

EXCLUSIVE | New SUNRISE Executive Producer SEAN POWER...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2022/09/11

After taking on the role of executive producer earlier this year, Sean Power's years of experience in news and current affairs puts him in fine form to tackle brekky central.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:02:45

S07E30 Record rights deal, Tracy quits and ads on...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2022/09/06

The AFL has done it, securing the biggest broadcast rights deal in Australian history. We also reveal what's happening behind the scenes after Tracy Grimshaw's shock resignation and will people want ads on Netflix.Special guest: Jonica Walsh - TV Producer & publisher of THE WASHIn this episode:3.15 - Meet our guest...6.56 - Kevin Perry takes us through the historic AFL broadcast rights deal'18.47 - Tracy Grimshaw resigns from A CURRENT AFFAIR25.51 - QandA in trouble. Big trouble38.13 - Ads are

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1:00:58

S07E29 Can Kate Ritchie's career survive her DUI charge?

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2022/08/31

As a TV star faces controversy for drink driving a news presenter is fired for going grey.Special guest: Claire Isaac - Acting Editorial Director of TV Week and Who magazines.In this episode:1.58 - Meet our guest...6.33 - Seven disputes Nine's ratings claims13.36 - Controversy over The Masked Singer finale18..40 - Australia's new Communications Minister sends a warning to the AFL about broadcast rights remaining on free to air21.33 - Kate Ritchie apologies over a drink driving charge26.12 - Claims a

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