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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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50:19

S08E37 Yes, we're talking about Studio 10 being axed!

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/11/15

After the sad news that Channel 10 has dropped its morning TV show, Rob, Robbo and Abbey share their memories of working on the now-defunct program.In this episode:2.19 - Our reaction to the axing of Studio 1017.49 - Channel 10 set for its worst ratings year - EVER!27.07 - FOXTEL upset over plans to give the free-to-air networks 'prominence' on smart TVs39.11 - Now that Upfront season is over, we share our thoughts on what is on offer for 202441.56 - TV BingeboxSupport this show

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54:28

All the news from the 2024 SBS and FOXTEL Upfront events

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/11/02

After attending both the Foxtel and SBS Upfront events on his lonesome, Molk reflects on the announcements - corporate and content - and the general vibe of both events (which were very different - one at night, one in the middle of the day).There's lots to unpack, from Foxtel's launch of Project Magneto--now Hubbl--and their move away from OzTAM ratings, to SBS's opt-out feature for sports betting/alcohol/fast food advertising on SBS On Demand and their Net Zero challenge to the rest of the Aussie

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52:05

S08E36 A Masterchef makeover & Mark Coles Smith is here!

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/10/24

In this episode:3:11 - 10's Upfronts recap10:30 - New Masterchef judging lineup16:31 - Netflix rids subscription tier23:22 - Mark Coles Smith interview32:30 - Andrew Probyn joins 936:11 - Kyle Sandilands reveal Australian Idol pay packet40:40 - TV BingeboxSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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24:00

TV BLACKBOX AT THE 7 UPFRONTS

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/10/18

Molk and Rob join the team from UnMade to discuss our first reactions to Seven's MASSIVE Upfronts presentation.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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43:06

S08E34 How TV networks covered the referendum result

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/10/17

It was over before it began, but we pass our verdict on how Australian TV News covered the VOICE TO PARLIAMENT result.In this episode:3.14 - Referendum result coverage12.03 - Top Gear Australia returns17.28 - Daryl Somers out of Dancing With The Stars22.07 - Celebrity Gogglebox reveals its line-up of stars26.07 - The 35 most powerful women in international television29.28 - The ABC's of making money31.24 - TV BingeboxSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See

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45:54

S08E33 What rights do people wearing microphones in a...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/10/11

Comedian David Walliams has made headlines this week as he sues the producers of Britain's Got Talent. But his court case raises big questions when it comes to the use of microphones in studios.In this episode:2.41 - A debrief of the live Spotlight referendum special17.23 - Channel 7 claims the ratings year, but Nine has something to say about that24.52 - David Walliams sues over the 'unauthorised' microphone recordings29.49 - Channel 10 brings back the Late News35.38 - TV BingeboxSupport this show

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51:26

S08E32 A behind the scenes look at 7’s Referendum...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/10/03

In this episode: 2.18 - Rumours of a Nine newsroom battle6.43 - Could Carrie Bickmore be the host of Deal or No Deal?11.56 - NRL and AFL fail to live up to Matilda's ratings24.14 - Your look into the making of 7NEWS Spotlight's Voice Referendum special35.43 - Foxtel and Warner Bros Discovery deal coming to an end?42.17 - TV BingeboxSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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57:07

S08E31 Jungle secrets, big wins and greedy companies

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/09/19

This week we take you inside one of the biggest stories of the year and cut through ratings spinIn this episode:1.44 - Robert Irwin heading into the jungle... as a co-host!9.05 - Amazon holding Australian free-to-air networks to ransom15.55 - More proposed changes to the anti-siphoning list29.05 - Sunrise claims its 20th consecutive year winning the ratings40.29 - Can Molk & Rob agree on the ratings wrap?47.07 - TV BingeboxSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on

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51:32

S08E30 Heritage brands and damanged brands

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/09/14

As TV Networks look to the past to save their future, some current brands are facing long-term damage.In this episode:2.49 - Late news to return to 107.21 - Jimmy Fallon faces accusations of creating a 'toxic workplace'15.31 - Ratings wrap22.44 - Drew Barrymore angers the WGA28.40 - Channel 10's plans for 2024 revealed39.20 - Just exactly what Tracy Grimshaw will be doing for Channel 9 next year42.15 - TV BingeboxSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See

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34:07

S08E29 Rob & Molk at the 9 Upfront

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/09/06

In this episode, Molk and Rob bring you their first reactions to the 9 Upfront event held on Wednesday at the Hordern Pavillion.Molk has his annual chat with Hamish Turner and we uncover exclusive information about the new shows (yes, shows) Tracy Grimshaw is working on.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:16:46

S08E28 Celebrity politics leads to branding backlash

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/09/06

As Australia gets ready to go vote on THE VOICE TO PARLIAMENT referendum, some famous faces are feeling the heat after declaring their politics publicly.In this episode:3.02 - Channel 7 shocked after criminal charges are laid against an on-air face7.22 - Celebrities in the firing line for supporting the YES campaign12.42 - Ratings Wrap19.24 - INTERVIEW: Sarah Stinson - Director of Morning TV at Channel 733.57 - 7 Spotlight criticised for a story on detransitioning1.00.55.00 - TV BingeboxSupport this

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51:01

S08E27 Deal or No Deal returns & Mike Goldstein joins...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/08/29

In this episode:3.19 Deal or No Deal returns9.17 Our Tipping Point exclusive confirmed!12.34 Is Married at First Sight all going to change?17.18 Do producers have a responsibility for contestant's mental health?24.28 Mike Goldstein interview33.33 Netflix loses subscribers38.34 TV BingeboxSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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43:17

S08E26 The Matildas change the future of sports on...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/08/22

Will the success of the FIFA Women’s World Cup see changes to Australia’s anti-syphoning list?In this episode:3.00 - The mammoth month of the mighty Matildas10.09 - The Summit returns for a second season12.58 - Netflix reveals four new Aussie commissions20.26 - Optus takes on the streamers25.09 - Ita Buttrose will not seek another term as ABC Chair30.41 - We open the TV BingeboxSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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45:48

S08E25 The new faces taking over our TV screens

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/08/15

The Matildas have changed the TV landscape and Channel 9 will be hoping a new gameshow with a new host will change its fortunes.In this episode:2.40 - The Matildas rule our screens and other networks are running for cover10.15 - EXCLUSIVE - Todd Woodbridge to host Tipping Point17.47 - Denise Scott reveals her serious health battle21.09 - The ABC dumps Twitter (X)28.44 - The Block called out for bad editing... from a star of The Block33.39 - TV BingeboxSupport this show

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1:01:04

S08E24 Axings, remakes and ANDY LEE!

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/08/08

HOT SEAT axed, GLADIATORS returns and the ABC backflipsPlease note Rob's daughter has given him permission to tell the story about a show they watched together and the embarrassing moment!In this episode:2.58 - Hot seat axed7.33 - Channel 10 brings back Gladiators13.40 - PLUTO TV launches 50 new channels... but there's a catch19.54 - Interview: Andy Lee31.14 - Truth in current affairs advertising40.02 - ABC backflips on the decision to air a national Sunday night bulletin42.11 - TV BingeboxSupport

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1:22:47

S08E23 Dear Channel 7, we have some notes about the...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/07/31

There were highs, there were lows and there was the downright bizarre. Here's our take on the 2023 Logies broadcast on Channel 7Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:05:56

S08E22 Just how did a nice Logies story become so...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/07/26

Sometimes a conversation goes where you least expect... and no one expected Robbo to take this stance about the Logies!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:14

S08E21 Gladiators is back, Marcia is back but younger...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/07/19

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1:08:41

S08E20 Controversies, Complaints and Comedian John...

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/07/11

The panel is in a jovial mood but there are some big issues to discuss.In this episode:3.03 - BBC Star presenter taken off air10.13 - ABC Board changes16.29 - Ratings wrap29.09 - INTERVIEW: John Safran44.18 - Amanda Keller not invited to the Logies50.52 - Has MasterChef become too professional?53.25 - TV BingeboxSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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54:15

S08E19 Are Kyle and Jackie O planning a TV takeover?

McKnight Tonight & Media McKnight ·

2023/07/05

Reports this week suggest Kyle and Jackie O could be moving from ARN to SCA... but are they about to use their power to disrupt TV viewing?Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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