A New Era for 9News Queensland

9News Queensland is turning the page on an exciting new chapter following the retirement of Andrew “Lofty” Lofthouse earlier this year. Joining Melissa Downes at the 6.00pm desk is highly respected journalist Joel Dry — a familiar face to viewers and a trusted storyteller whose career spans natural disasters, Olympic Games, and the halls of Parliament House in Canberra.

In this episode of TV Central: One on One, host Aaron Ryan sits down with Melissa and Joel to talk about the fresh dynamic ahead, their careers, and what Queensland audiences can expect from the new-look bulletin.

Here’s what you’ll hear in the episode:

• Joel’s return to Nine — his early days in Adelaide, move to Brisbane, years in Canberra covering federal politics, and what it means to be back in Queensland news.
• Lessons from the field — from bushfires to the Olympics, the moments that shaped Joel’s reporting style and approach to news.
• Melissa’s reflections — two decades at Nine, the qualities that make a strong news desk partnership, and her thoughts on Joel’s style.
• The new on-air pairing — how the two presenters first met, their early professional interactions, and the energy they hope to bring to the 6.00pm bulletin.
• Connecting with Queensland audiences — how they balance hard-hitting journalism with warmth and trust, and ensure their coverage speaks to metro and regional viewers alike.
• Personal touches — Joel reuniting in the same newsroom with his wife, Nine Europe Correspondent Jessica Milward, plus their favourite Queensland places to unwind.
• Quickfire wrap-up — their first jobs in media, dream stories to cover, and personal messages to viewers as they begin this new chapter.

🎙 Episode highlight: Joel’s first bulletin as weeknight co-presenter airs Monday 18 August on Nine and 9Now.

For all the latest television news, streaming info, ratings, cinema movie reviews and podcasts, head to www.tvcentral.com.au.

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Australia’s most electrifying music competition, The Voice Australia, is back for its 14th season—launching Sunday, 10 August at 7.00pm on Seven and 7plus—with a coaching panel like no other.

Pop icon Melanie C (Sporty Spice) makes her debut, joined by GRAMMY-winning hitmaker Richard Marx, Voice veteran Ronan Keating, and our very own Kate Miller-Heidke—back for her second season and determined to win.

Kate’s career is as varied as it is acclaimed: five Top 10 albums, performances at the Metropolitan Opera and English National Opera, four Helpmann Awards for her debut opera The Rabbits, and a Top 10 Eurovision finish in 2019 with Zero Gravity. In 2024, she toured nationally, premiered Muriel’s Wedding: The Musical in the UK, and played her first UK headline show in a decade.

On The Voice Australia Season 14:

• Being the only Aussie coach and why so many contestants connect with her.
• Competing with Richard Marx’s superstar-packed pitch tactics.
• Playful jabs and rivalries—including one sharp exchange with Marx on “experience.”
• New backstage friendships.
• The high-energy coach performance in episode one.
• Why the 2024 talent pool is stronger than ever.
• Mentoring artists beyond the show.
• Her passion for originality in contestants.

Beyond The Voice:

• The irony of a Logie nod for “Best New Talent.”
• Fusing opera, pop, and theatre in her songwriting.
• The biggest artistic risk she’s taken—and its impact.
• New sounds and projects on the horizon.

Personal & Creative Life:

• How motherhood reshaped her approach to music.
• A surprising personal fact.

Big Picture & Philosophy:

• The advice she wishes she’d been given early on.
• The song she’d play for her 20-year-old self.
• What makes a song truly resonate.

Kate Miller-Heidke’s warmth, quick wit, and fearless artistry shine through—whether she’s mentoring rising stars or pushing creative boundaries. This season, her homegrown authenticity feels more essential than ever.

For the latest television news, streaming info, ratings, cinema reviews and more podcasts, head to www.tvcentral.com.au.

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In this episode, Aaron sits down with one of the key figures behind the ABC’s programming success — Roberta Allan, Head of Programming, Acquisitions and Streaming.

With a strong start to 2025 already under its belt — including hits like The Newsreader, The Piano, and the upcoming return of Bay of Fires — the ABC is in full stride, and Roberta is right at the centre of it all.

She oversees the content strategy for ABC iview and all broadcast channels, playing a critical role in acquisitions, programming, and commissioning. Roberta is also a friend of the podcast, and we’re thrilled to welcome her back.

In this jam-packed conversation, Aaron and Roberta cover:

• The ABC’s strong start to the year, including The Newsreader, Muster Dogs, and The Role of a Lifetime
• Sunday nights as a strategic focus for major programming
• The ongoing importance of legacy programs like Australian Story, Four Corners, and Media Watch
• Behind the scenes of The Piano and how the ABC landed Harry Connick Jr.
• The unique tone of Bay of Fires and why it resonated with audiences
• Why Father Brown moved to an earlier Saturday timeslot
• What’s coming in Q3 across drama, factual, entertainment, and kids’ content
• How ABC balances iview streaming success with traditional TV ratings
• A look ahead to Q4’s big titles including The Assembly, Austin, Portrait Artist of the Year, and I Was Actually There
• The role of data in programming strategy — without commercial pressures
• How international co-productions are helping tell Australian stories globally
• The future of ABC Kids and what's next for children's programming
• Ensuring diversity on-screen and behind the scenes
• How ABC measures audience satisfaction beyond ratings
• Viewer surprises — which shows outperformed expectations
• What new iview exclusives are around the corner

It’s an insightful look at the evolving world of public broadcasting, programming trends, and what makes ABC content tick in 2025.

For all the latest TV news, streaming updates, cinema reviews, ratings, and podcasts, head over to tvcentral.com.au.

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On this podcast, Anya Hynninen chats about:

• her final performance
• the "it's more important for other people to be here" comment
• the importance of a backstory
• self reflecting on why she was eliminated
• she was not surprised to be going when up against Royston
• viewers being able to vote as many times as they like
• being comfortable with her own music
• Kyle's comments about selling albums - not just singles
• the age she started singing
• the learning curve that is Australian Idol
• about whether she takes all comments seriously from the judges
• what's the dream
• who she thinks might win Australian Idol

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On this podcast, Ben Sheehy chats about:

• how proud he feels
• comments about being weird
• what is the definition of weird
• how these comments may affect other young people that feel different
• when the singing started
• his quietness versus big performances
• the learning curve of Australian Idol
• what sound we can expect moving forward
• who he thinks may win Ausralian Idol

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On this podcast, Amali Dimond chats about:

• her spirit of joy
• her final song, Warrior
• the Idol learning experience
• being last to sing with Josh was a backhanded compliment
• the chatter about age
• some potential contacts
• recording with Meghan
• how she handles negative comments
• future music releases
• who she thinks might win Idol

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On this podcast Simon Mee chats about:

• comments about his body
• losing weight on the island
• being backstabbed by Jordie
• the fake immunity idol
• why he thinks people were against him
• why he couldn't pull off the George takedown
• the pawn comments
• his potential speech for the final Tribal Council
• how others can pitch against George - assuming George is in the final
• that domino challenge

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On this podcast Noora H chats about:

• her reaction to the elimination
• song choices
• her own self reflection on why the public did not put her through
• being a mentor
• the pressure of representing her people
• negative feedback on socials about the Top 12
• the overwhelming experience of Australian Idol
• what we can expect as she moves forward with her career
• whom she would like to win and whom she thinks will win

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On this podcast Angelina Curtis chats about:

• the shock bottom 4
• her self reflection on the public vote
• the focus from the judges on being 15
• whether she thinks backstories play a big part
• was any part of the process overwhelming
• the message from Delta
• her positivity
• what we can expect from her moving forward
• who she thinks will win Idol and whom she would like to win

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On this podcast, Hayley Leake chats about:

• revealing George's Set for Life win
• revealing to Nina that it was her that set her up
• Nina / George / Liz's acting skills
• looking back as a viewer and seeing Tribal Council comments were about her and not Nina
• what made her branch away from her alliance with George
• her facial expressions
• what does an alliance do when all that is left is an alliance
• standing by Simon
• telling Nina about the vote being on Sam and the plan not working
• what she is looking for on the jury

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On this podcast, Shaun chats about:

• having to buy a carton of beer for Sam
• not hedging the bets on whether Hayley was lying or telling the truth with the two immunity idols
• watching back as a viewer and seeing other conversations
• the last endurance immunity challenge
• why there appears to be no love for Simon
• why Simon's plan to vote Matt out was immediately dismissed
• loss of weight on the island

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On this podcast, Shonee chats about:

• whether she saw the blindside coming at all
• whether it was foolish to trust George
• whether George has put a target on himself
• the personal friendships versus the the strategy
• whether she thinks Liz has a chance of winning
• the sliding doos moment if Shaun had of used the immunity idol on Sam
• what are we not seeing in the episodes that air
• whether she thinks the big players will eliminate each other
• her favourite thing about Survivor

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On this podcast Harry chats about:

• being a role model for those seeking to be themselves
• whether he was consistent or evolving over the Australian Idol experience
• comments from the judges
• dealing with constructive versus negative feedback
• why he thinks more people did not vote for him
• the various aspects of the Idol experience
• music as a way to manage his emotions
• growing up and being bullied
• what the public can expect from him moving forward
• whom he would like to see win Australian Idol
• what is coming up next

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After more than three decades, Lynne McGranger is officially saying goodbye to Home and Away and her beloved character, Irene Roberts. As the iconic Aussie soap approaches its 40th year on air, this emotional farewell marks the end of an era—not just for the show, but for generations of fans who’ve grown up with Irene as a constant, comforting presence.

In this heartfelt episode of TV Central, host Aaron Ryan welcomes Lynne back—25 years after their very first interview—for an in-depth conversation about her incredible journey, her decision to step away, and what comes next.

In this episode, Lynne McGranger and Aaron Ryan discuss:

• Why Lynne felt it was time to leave Home and Away after 32 years
• What life has been like since filming her final scenes
• The emotional atmosphere on set during her final weeks
• The deep fan connection to Irene and the power of her portrayal
• Stories from viewers who saw Irene as a mother figure in their own lives
• Whether any returning characters might appear before her on-screen farewell
• Lynne’s future plans—retirement, guest roles, and her ongoing charity work
• Memories of the late Johnny Ruffo and his impact
• Long-standing relationships with fellow cast members over the years
• Her unexpected, bold moment on The All New Monty – Ladies Night
• Thoughts on Neighbours' anniversary and the shared soap legacy
• Advice on navigating major life transitions with purpose and grace
• A moving fan tribute that perfectly captures what Irene has meant to so many

Home and Away airs 7pm Monday to Thursday on Seven and 7plus.

For the latest in television news, streaming updates, ratings, and more exclusive interviews, visit TV Central.

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On this podcast Sash chats about:

• mixed feelings not going through to the Top 8
• whether he thinks he stayed true to himself
• his confience on stage and his quieter demeanour off stage
• growing up and the context of how music influenced him
• his unique tone
• pitchiness comments from judges
• whom he would like to win Australian Idol
• what's coming up next

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On this podcast Sam Webb chats about:

• the mathematics of getting the immunity idol choice wrong
• not believing Haley (except she was telling the truth)
• the sliding doors moment that could have changed the whole make up of the game
• having two idols and not using the opportunity to bet for and against Hayley lying
• why the contestants did not try and eliminate George earlier
• whether he thinks George is the greatest player of all time
• if he thinks George will make it to the end
• If he thinks Simon, Nina and Shaun will be picked off one by one now
• what he would do if in Simon's position now
• managing friendships versus game strategy
• what we are not seeing on air
• who he would like to win Australian Survivor

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On this Darklands podcast Nadine chats about:

• the premise of the film
• whether we really know ourselves in times of unimaginable circumstances
• whether we should have sympathy for her character, Sam Romans
• whether Sam Romans is good or bad
• was the use of the media in the film deliberate or was that an instrument to show discrimination
• how hard filming was on emotions
• was there support for each other (with co-star Samantha Tolj)
• the violent scenes in the movie
• Scott Major - Rivers from Heartbreak High to accomplished director
• not being in the Blue Heelers 'club'
• what can viewers take away from the movie
• what's coming up next in her career

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On this podcast, Flick chats about:

• walking straight past an immunity idol
• why she made the original switch to the Shonee / Liz alliance
• if the rapport with Shonee and Liz was genuine or game strategy
• reading or misreading the numbers in each alliance
• the strength of the women in challenges

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Maya Weiss chats about:

• how proud she is of fulfilling a childhood dream
• who her favourite past Idols are
• her thoughts surrounding the public vote
• song choice
• remaining positive despite the elimination
• favourite part of the whole experience
• who she thinks will win and who she wants to win
• what is coming up next

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On this podcast, Jasey chats about:

• his strong expression after being eliminated
• response from judges
• his thoughts surrounding his elimination
• his thoughts on my opinion on his possible disconnection with the Australian public
• the entire Idol experience
• song choice
• diversity within the top 12
• what sound he would like to create
• combining dance and vocal
• who he believes will win Australian Idol and whom he would like to win

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On this podcast, David chats about:

• if it is a bit embarrassing having contestants picked off one by one by King George
• if there was any hint of the blindside
• the last minute change of mind to switch the elimination from Sam to David
• what his strategy would have been
• the whole 'meat tray' slogan
• why Rogue was an outcast
• weight loss on the island
• why the women are doing so well in endurance challenges

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On this podcast, Steve chats about:

• If there were any red flags that pointed to him being a target
• if he felt emotionally let down
• a potential reason for removing him instead of Matt
• the cracks within the 'Spice Girls'
• if this is the end of George or will he bounce back
• who he would like to see win
• is this OG Villains v OG Heroes or girls v boys
• any regrets (if any)

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On this podcast Benjamin Law chats about:

• being an outsider
• George throwing a challenge
• George's strategic play
• the fake immunity idol
• what we are not seeing on our screens
• what he is working on now

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On this podcast, Jordie chats about:

• an update on the incoming new baby
• why he chose to not play the immunity idol
• whether or not he was surprised by Simon not voting with him
• is there really such a thing as an alliance on this show
• the Liz / George / Shonee alliance
• what happens when the entire tribe becomes an alliance
• JLP's suggestive commentary
• the explanation of the challenges
• struggling with the alpha males

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There’s a new game show shaking up Aussie prime time—and it’s not just addictive, it’s epic.

The Floor is the high-stakes, high-drama quiz phenomenon where 81 trivia contenders battle it out—literally—on a giant, interactive LED floor.

With intense, timed duels and a prize pool of up to $200,000 on the line, the show combines knowledge, strategy, and a dash of luck to keep contestants (and viewers) on edge.

In the latest episode of TV Central: One on One, host Aaron Ryan sits down with the ever-charismatic Rodger Corser, who fronts the Australian version of this international smash hit.

Known for his roles in iconic series like Doctor Doctor, Underbelly, and Rush, Rodger brings his signature mix of wit, warmth, and gravitas to this shiny-floor spectacular.

Rodger opens up about stepping into the game show world, what sets The Floor apart from anything else on TV, and how it balances brainpower with broad appeal.

From behind-the-scenes surprises to contestant strategy and whether he’d ever join a celebrity edition himself—this interview gives fans a front-row seat to the making of a TV sensation.

• What really makes the game simple—and sneaky!
• The balance between trivia skill, quick thinking, and blind luck
• The thrill of watching everyday Aussies rise to the occasion
• Hosting inspirations, unexpected moments, and family reactions
• His thoughts on The Traitors, his diverse acting career, and what he’d absolutely crush in a quiz round

The Floor Australia premieres Monday, 28 April at 7.30pm on Nine and 9Now—and it’s one the whole family can play along with from the couch.

🎤 Listen now on TV Central: One on One wherever you get your podcasts, and for more updates, visit www.tvcentral.com.au.

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On this podcast, Liz chats about:

• why the audience might resonate with Under Investigation
• being shocked by some of the experts angles on a story
• whether she has her own theories on some cases
• the Ray Kehlet murder and Jennie Kehlet disappearance (ep 1)
• celebrity chef Willi Koeppen’s disappearance (ep 2)
• Doctor Manock (ep 3)
• a story that touched her heart on 60 Minutes
• what all the travel, events and interviews taught her about humanity
• being a role model to another women in the media
• anything else on the bucket list

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On this podcast Fraser chats about:

• was there any hint of that final blindside
• Why abandon the Simon bandwagon
• Was the plan the best option in hindsight
• Is George the King in terms of strategy
• Whether its frustrating being the sacrificial lamb
• Why George was not let go earlier in the season
• friendship v strategy
• his guess on what Simon's "idol" is
• Simon's next move

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On this podcast Sarah Marschke chats about:

• Gerry's move to the Villains
• Why Villains are struggling in challenges
• Being a swayer
• Being too nice
• Having the gift of the gab
• Why not eliminate George?
• Simon and George head to head
• What are we not seeing on the edited show
• Tribal Council
• The 'pushing Miss Greece down the stairs' lie

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During this podcast, Stephen chats about:

• His role as Commissioning Editor with the ABC
• His passions as a film maker
• If Better Date Than Never (BDTN) was born off the back of the success of Love on the Spectrum
• Some of the challenges of the participants in BDTN
• The participants dates
• Each of the participants in the show
• The heartwarming and heartbreak of the show
• Potential of a second season
• Nature documentaries upcoming on the ABC in 2023 (Dolphins, Ningaloo Reef)
• War on Waste season 3
• Australia's Wild Odyssey
• The Black Hand

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On this podcast Mimi chats about:

• Not being 100% honest about the cookie jar
• Sugar fix when starving
• Why the change from Stevie to her
• Any indication at all of being up for the elimination
• Showing integrity in second rewards challenge
• The meat pack
• Not winning immunity challenges
• Any signs about George and Simon having Idols (or do they?)
• Voting off Anjali and Michael
• Stuff we are not seeing on the show
• Who Mimi wants to go the furtherest
• Working in a male dominated industry

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In this podcast, Michael chats about:

• The whispering at Tribal Council
• Was George impressive to change the narrative of the vote?
• Simon not being 100% sure of who to vote for
• Decision to vote off Anjali even though it was a choice
• Stealing stuff from the Heroes' camp
• Response to Anjali comments about him
• Who would be the second pick to eliminate after George
• Who he would like to see go the furtherest
• Making Mum proud

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On this podcast Anjali chats about:

• Any regrets about being so forward in speech
• What was the plan at Tribal Council
• Why the Villians chose to proceed with vote when it could have been cancelled
• Being in an alliance with George
• Lack of team work with the Villians
• The mud experience
• Fellow journalist Michael
• What Villian will go the furtherest

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On today's podcast, Scott chats about:

• mixing the nostalgia with the new
• why it was time to bring back Idol
• how have we not run out of talent
• the judges
• Harry Connick Jnr playing a serial killer in the movie Copycat (too young to remember!)
• how Australian Idol can help find the next 'diamond in the rough'
• what he would look for if he was a judge
• what his role will be in terms of co-hosting
• best advice for comforting contestants
• his dream to host Idol
• banter between Kyle Sandilands and Megan Trainor
• are the 'woeful' singers genuine or playing a prank
• back stories of some of the contestants
• whether there was any truth that he would be The Bachelor
• Kesha drawing on his bum (!)
• The format of this series of Australian Idol

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In this podcast, Anjali Rao chats about:

• Why she was cast as a villian on Australian Survivor
• Whether Australian Survivor was within her comfort zone
• Whether the mental or physical challenges in Survivor were more challenging
• Relating the dynamic of relationships from The Real Housewives with the Australian Survivor cast
• Being lied to regarding what the shifting tone / dynamics of The Real Housewives of Melbourne would be
• Regrets (or no regrets) about leaving Real Housewives
• False and misleading stories in the media
• Why her career in journalism in Australia has stifled
• What is coming up next in her career 

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Rob joins me for a TV Central Christmas podcast to discuss: 

• The revival of Neighbours
• @juliet stage musical
• The amazing soundtrack to @juliet
• His book "Putting on a show"
• Pondering 'What is the average Australian bloke?"
• Death of two friends
• Takeaways and strategies from the book
• Not being defined by a label
• Who is Rob Mills away from the stage
• Worries and fears
• Wondering where the next gig might come from
• Red Bull Billy Cart Race
• Possibilities of moving to UK and US
• Carols by Candelight
• What he is doing for Christmas

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Over the past few months, Paramount has been making waves across the Australian media landscape—reshaping how news and entertainment are delivered to viewers nationwide.

Network 10, a key pillar of the Paramount portfolio, has taken bold steps to solidify its position, from expanding its regional reach to ramping up its programming slate and strengthening its news offering.

The network recently acquired regional TV assets from Southern Cross Austereo, increasing its presence in Southern New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland. And they’re not done yet—with a proposed acquisition of assets from WIN Television in Northern New South Wales currently under review. All this points to a clear strategy: deeper regional engagement and broader national reach.

At a time when other broadcasters are scaling back, 10 is investing. It has launched three new news bulletins—10 News First: Lunchtime, Afternoon, and Late News—giving Australians more access to breaking stories throughout the day.

On the entertainment front, 2025 has launched with major momentum. From reality juggernauts like I’m a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here and Australian Survivor: Brains vs Brawn, to fresh comedy (Taskmaster Australia) and fan-favourites like Gogglebox, 10 has delivered a strong, varied lineup. The highly anticipated Sam Pang Tonight is now on air—bringing something uniquely Australian to the late-night talk space.

Joining me to unpack all of this and more is Dan Monaghan, Senior Vice President of Programming and Content at Paramount ANZ.

In this episode, we’ll dive into:

• Why 10 is expanding its news division—with new bulletins, while competitors are cutting back
• The resurgence in Total TV audiences and what’s driving renewed engagement
• Paramount’s regional expansion and what it means for reach and advertising
• The end of Neighbours—its legacy, future, and how 10 plans to fill the drama quota void
• A blockbuster season of I’m a Celebrity—Robert Irwin’s hosting debut and what's next for the show
• What’s ahead for Australian Survivor, including the upcoming Survivor: Australia v The World
• Reactions to Sam Pang Tonight, how the show is evolving, and what to expect in season 2
• 10’s full control of Gogglebox and the behind-the-scenes changes
• Taskmaster’s success and the impact of casting big-name Aussie talent
• MasterChef Australia: Back to Win and how 10 balances legacy formats with fresh spins
• The return of Have You Been Paying Attention? and The Cheap Seats
• Programming updates on NCIS: Sydney, Watson, Ghosts, SVU, and So Help Me Todd
• The strategy behind 10 Peach Comedy and 10 Bold—balancing iconic content with fresh programming
• The future of 10 Play and how it’s integrating with the broader 10 digital ecosystem
• The success of Deal or No Deal Island and deciding what lands on TV vs streaming
• The enduring popularity of daytime soap operas like The Young and the Restless and General Hospital, and their role in the network’s online strategy
• And finally, what else viewers can expect from Paramount and Network 10 in 2025

For all the latest TV news, streaming updates, ratings, reviews, and more, visit www.tvcentral.com.au. See you next time.

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Patrick chats about:

• The weight of this acting role given its ground breaking significant in the disability space
• What the short series is about
• The juxtaposition between being representative of this disability space but at the same time almost not making it a focus
• Preparing for the role
• His character, Eliot
• His own background working in the disability space
• Attention about his looks
• What can people that do not have a disability take away from watching this series
• Similarities and differences between himself and his character Eliot
• What is coming up next

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In this one on one podcast with TV Central, Marley chats about: 

• What The Challenge is all about
• Friends he made with the show
• The 'whipped cream' moment (that he was not involved in)
• The social aspect of the show
• Cyclone Cyrell
• The challenges
• Whether certain people have an advantage
• Life since Big Brother
• What he spent the money on
• Thoughts about more television 

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John chats about:

• Experience in other shows
• Premise of My Mum Your Dad
• Similarities and differences with Married at First Sight
• Life experiences of the participants
• Kids learning new things about their parents
• One participant being a dead ringer for Sarah Harris
• Kate Langbroek
• How the show progresses
• Kids challenges
• Why there is participants from all over Australia
• Flirting amongst the adult kids
• Kids watching things that they might perceive as hurtful
• Will we see some genuine connections?
• Married at First Sight

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Angus chats about:

• 7Bravo
• Multi channel strategy
• Australian Idol
• Strategy of Australian Idol to air Q1 (presumably against MAFS)
• Million Dollar Island
• Big Brother
• Blow Up
• The 1% Club
• Dancing with the Stars
• Still to come in 2022
• Mixing new formats with established shows
• Interpretation of ratings results

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Alex chats about:

• Previous shows including Temptation Island, The Amazing Race and The X Fatcor
• Big Brother of yesteryear versus the Seven version of today
• Nine's decision to screen episodes first on 9Now
• Is it a Love Island or a get more Instagram followers Island?
• Finding love on the island
• Season 1
• Who will cause the most mischief this season?
• Who is really looking for love?
• What to expect this year
• Format changes
• Sophie Monk
• Behaviour of the islanders
• If his job really is the best job in Australia
• Casting
• Guilty pleasure - why do some people watch it but not admit to watching it

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In this One on One podcast, Colin chats about:

• The pressure of presenting a show based on a world wide format, made popular by Gordon Ramsay
• Dealing with sometimes delusional inexperienced thinking of some restaurant owners
• Mumma Jo's Diner (episode 1)
• Guru Life (episode 2)
• The future of the six restaurants including one surprise detail
• The Castlereagh (in Sydney CBD) and Porktober
• Banksia Bistro (Princess Hwy, Banksia)
• Irish food (it's not all stews and potatoes)
• Australian food (is there such a thing?)
• What can we learn from Kitchen Nightmares
• Does pineapple really belong on a pizza?
• Gordon's Ramsay's self cancellation of the US version of Kitchen Nightmares
• What is coming up next

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Hamish chats about:

• High school
• Interest in television
• Roles before current position
• Pressure in the current role
• A typical day 
• Looking at the opposition
• Programming based on own tastes
• Own television enjoyment
• Taking chances on untested formats
• Failures
• Overnight ratings
• Total people v demos
• 5 capital city ratings versus national ratings
• Survey year
• Different ratings perspectives from different networks
• MAFS
• Australian Ninja Warrior
• Upcoming in 2022
• Post tentpole shows
• NBCU deal
• Multi channels
• Today
• LA screenings 
• Expectations for the rest of 2022

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With the highly anticipated second season of Scrublands premiering on Stan April 17, we’re joined by one of Australia's most compelling actors, Luke Arnold, for a deep dive into the new chapter of this critically acclaimed series.

Titled Scrublands: Silver, the new season continues the journey of investigative journalist Martin Scarsden, played with nuance and depth by Arnold. After the first season’s stunning debut on Stan in November 2023—and its successful run on the Nine Network, reaching over 1.5 million viewers—this next instalment brings a more intimate and emotionally charged mystery to the forefront.

Luke Arnold, whose resume spans roles as Michael Hutchence (INXS: Never Tear Us Apart), John Silver (Black Sails), and a string of standout performances both in Australia and abroad, joins Aaron Ryan at TV Central to unpack the evolution of Scrublands, his career, and the man behind the roles.

• What initially drew Luke to Scrublands: was it the script, the cast, or those breathtaking rural landscapes?
• How Scrublands: Silver dives deeper into Martin’s past with childhood flashbacks and emotional stakes
• The challenges and rewards of playing such a layered, conflicted character
• A spoiler-free tease of what viewers can expect in Season 2
• Working alongside iconic Australian actors like Debra Lawrence, Tasma Walton, and Luke Carroll
• Filming in Western Australia: the impact of location on performance and headspace
• Why more productions should be shot in WA’s stunning and underutilized regions
• How the Australian setting enhances the series’ tone and visual storytelling
• Luke’s life journey across the country—Adelaide to Sydney, QLD to WAAPA—and how that shaped his identity
• Is Luke selective with his roles, or just lucky? Reflecting on Black Sails, The End, and INXS
• Dream roles and creative goals still on the horizon
• A humorous nod to a live-action Mighty Morphin Power Rangers... maybe?
• A fascinating family tale: the story of his great-great-grandmother, Jane or Jean
• Insights from an SMH interview about the strong women in Luke’s life, and the zigzag paths people take
• A candid conversation about public perception vs. personal truth—who is the real Luke Arnold?
• Misconceptions people have about him—and what they often get wrong
• How acting has shaped his understanding of relationships and emotional complexity
• Personal growth: what Luke is still working on within himself
• His passions beyond acting: writing, creativity, and a unique TikTok habit involving pajamas and literature
• Upcoming projects outside of Scrublands: Silver

Scrublands: Silver premieres April 17 with all episodes dropping at once on Stan.

For all the latest television news, streaming options, ratings, podcasts – head to www.tvcentral.com.au

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