As much as I don’t mind getting into the mudpit of political discussion from time to time, it’s not for everyone and I do think there’s potential scope to split this topic into:
Nine Radio (Talk) Content - for things like Ben Fordham vs Albo, Hadley in general, Neil Mitchell vs Dan Andrews etc.
Nine Radio (Talk) Technical Discussion- for things like the logo changes, technical issues, announcer changes, anything else really
I feel like the similar split for the Digital Radio topics has worked really well. Given that no other radio network in Australia is as politically charged or likely to lead to political debates I feel that a split here could work well too. Also allows for a bit more freedom when it comes to the political debate side of things (without risk of going too much off topic).
I could not agree with you more. As I’ve commented here before imo 2GB should keep Joe Hildebrand on Afternoons as he is entertaining, interesting and enjoyably quirky. All of the things Deb is not, unfortunately. Her show is bland and so beige. It’s vacuous fluff …
Joe is quite self indulgent when it comes to content and usually makes the show about himself and his labor mates. The show should be about Sydney and the callers not lectures on ancient history and his bike rack.
Deb can be a little light at times but the show is well produced.
I haven’t listened to 3AW or 2GB, etc. for a very long time, but I don’t see a problem with “lighter” talk back in the afternoons, whether it’s Deb Knight or whoever. 3AW used to have Ernie Sigley and later Denis Walter on in the afternoons, not exactly hard hitting. And I’ve not heard their shows but I imagine Dee Dee Dunleavy on 3AW and Sofie Formica on 4BC are similarly a lighter program to the morning or drive shows. It doesn’t all have to be heavy talkback or shouting editorial around the clock. Light and shade, it’s not a bad thing.
I’ve noticed that Deborah’s show is getting a bit more right leaning. I never used to swear at the radio after what I hear, usually that happens much more during the right wing dribble that comes out of Hadley’s mouth then Deborah’s but I have been listening to the start of her show over the last few days and see myself doing it. I almost sent in a email after what I heard. I was so disgusted. I do that all the time after listening to Hadley.
Eddie McGuire and Jimmy Bartel will be doing a weekly podcast (under the banner of 3AW/9 Podcasts) discussing the hottest topics in footy during the AFL season. New recruit Anthony Hudson will have his own podcast.
Can anyone explain why all of a sudden Nine’s TODAY show is featuring 6PR’s Karl Langdon during its news bulletin to chat about a selected WA/Perth story of the day?
It’s really annoying. Why can’t they just do what every other market has to do - and have an on-ground reporter to report the news, rather than a radio commentator commenting on the news.
I understand that it is cross-promoting, but it is seriously over-done and it is so obvious what Nine is trying to do (to promote 6PR and show relevancy to WA).
I think it’s got to do with this (from the Today show topic).
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A major blow for local content - a close source has told me Nine is ending daily live crosses with Adelaide and Perth newsrooms on Today Show.
Daily chat segments will continue with Karl Langdon (Perth) and Tom Rehn (Adelaide) - however local crews will only be used for breaking news stories.
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Great to hear Sam Pang back on radio since leaving Nova Breakfast, joining Grubby and John Origlasso for the first hour of The Weekend Break yesterday. Very funny listening. John is a producer on The Front Bar and writes many of the jokes that Sam, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher use.
Roughly the first 40 mins of this full show podcast if you want to listen.
Sam Pang and John Origlasso worked together at 3RRR previously and appear to be quite good friends still so it was a very entertaining hour with Grubby.
I really don’t get the appeal of him. I turn off whenever he appears on any of the programs, it’s boring.
Drive, afternoons and the weekend break all have him on.
With survey no 1 underway now … just a few observations from me regarding Sydney’s No. 1 2GB. Ben Fordham is in cracking form … some high profile interviews including tying Albo in knots re the voice. Lot’s of publicity for Benny. Hadley keeps churning out what his audience wants in mornings. Biggest weak spot by far is Afternoons with Deb Knight. I know she’s lovely but its mostly forgettable snooze-fest radio. Chris OKeefe’s drive is smashing it out of the park … he’s natural, punchy, entertaining, newsy and fast paced. Winner. Nights with the mercurial John Stanley will again win by a country mile. Also I’m really enjoying Luke Grant on overnights as his new home.
