ARN has announced broadcaster and podcaster Mike E will continue with the network in a new on-air content role following his successful run on KIIS Breakfast throughout 2026.

Mike will kick off the next chapter by hosting KIIS Summer Drive, before taking on a broader on-air content role across KIIS and GOLD, where he’ll be heard throughout 2027.

As part of the new agreement, Mike’s independently created podcast, Behind the Mic with Mike E, will officially join ARN’s iHeart. Launched in 2026, Behind the Mic has featured some of Australia’s best known broadcasters, podcasters and media personalities, with Season 1 generating more than three million video views.

Under the new partnership, iHeart will support the next phase of the show across audio, video and social, including distribution, promotion and commercial representation.

Mike E said: “I’ve had an absolute ball filling in on KIIS Breakfast this year. It’s been one of the wildest and most exciting periods of my career, so I’m really happy to be staying with ARN and moving into a new role across the network. I’ll be kicking things off on KIIS Summer Drive, which I’m really looking forward to.”

“I’m also incredibly proud that Behind the Mic is joining iHeart. We built Season 1 independently and the response has been amazing, particularly across video and social. To now have the support of iHeart behind the show and help grow it further feels like a really exciting next step.”

Kerri Elstub, ARN Chief Content Officer, added: “Mike has been a fantastic and invaluable part of KIIS this year and we’re thrilled he’ll continue with ARN in a new role across the network. He’s a talented broadcaster with a genuine passion for content and a great ability to connect with audiences.”

“We’re also excited to welcome Behind the Mic to iHeart. Mike has built something with real momentum, and we’re looking forward to helping grow the podcast across audio, video and social while expanding its reach to even more listeners.”

Some sounds define the last Saturday in September: footy conversations beginning from sunrise, the roar of the crowd as the national anthem reaches its final note, and Triple M’s iconic call taking fans through every spine-tingling moment of the AFL Grand Final.

With the 2026 AFL Grand Final just over a week away, Triple M – Australia’s number one AFL audio broadcaster* – has unveiled its expert Grand Final commentary team.

Leading Triple M’s Grand Final commentary will be Jack Heverin, marking his debut AFL Grand Final call for the network, alongside Mark ‘Howie’ Howard.

Since joining Triple M in 2021, Heverin has established himself as one of the network’s leading football voices, heard across The Thursday Rub, Deadset Legends, and AFL and cricket commentary, while Howard brings more than two decades of experience calling some of Australian sport’s biggest moments, including AFL Grand Finals and major cricket series.

Speaking on The Rush Hour with JB & Billy, Triple M commentatorJack Heverin reflected on his AFL Grand Final commentary debut: “I got the phone call to let me know I’d be commentating the Grand Final a couple of weeks ago and it genuinely did take my breath away. 

“I’ve listened to this network forever, and from the moment I decided I wanted to work in this industry I’ve always said that I wanted to get to Triple M. I love this place and to get to call the Grand Final for Triple M is an unbelievable honour.”

Heverin and Howard will be joined by an expert commentary team featuring AFLW pioneer and All-Australian Kate McCarthy, four-time premiership player and 2022 Norm Smith Medallist Isaac Smith, and two-time All-Australian Nathan Brown, with Ash Chua and Michael Roberts providing stats and boundary coverage respectively.

With Sydney and Fremantle, and Brisbane and Hawthorn, set to battle this weekend for a place in the Grand Final, Triple M will build towards the big day with wall-to-wall footy coverage across the network.

Before the first bounce, Triple M will bring the excitement of Grand Final week to Richmond’s iconic Corner Hotel when Triple M Fest returns on Thursday, 24 September – or ‘Grand Final Eve Eve’ – for its second year.

The event begins from 6am with a live broadcast of Mick in the Morning with Roo, Titus & Rosie and a performance from The Superjesus, before The Rush Hour with JB & Billy takes over from 4pm alongside You Am I.

Legendary rock band Bush will headline the night, taking the stage following the conclusion of the ‘Grand Final Eve Eve’ broadcast.

Triple M’s Grand Final week will also feature its biggest footy shows, bringing fans the build-up, analysis and atmosphere throughout the week, including:

• Special Grand Final Thursday Rub – from 6pm: Dale Thomas and Jack Heverin,
• Saturday Rub – live from the MCG from 12pm: James Brayshaw, Billy Brownless, Damian Barrett and Bernie Vince, 
• Sunday Rub – from 12pm: Leigh Montagna, Mitch Cleary, Dale Thomas and Steve Johnson.

Ewan Giles, SCA Head of Sports Content – Audio, said: “I can’t remember Triple M having a bigger build up than what we’ve got planned for next week. There’s nothing quite like the energy of AFL Grand Final week, and we’ll be there with wall-to-wall coverage across Triple M. There’s a reason Triple M is the call that footy fans want to hear.”

Triple M’s coverage of the 2026 AFL Grand Final will be available live across the Triple M Network and LiSTNR.

Triple M Fest – Thursday, 24 September – Order of events

• 6am: Mick in the Morning with The Superjesus
• 9am: ‘Dangerous Dave’ Williams
• 11am: Dead Set Legends with Kate McCarthy, Xander McGuire and Isaac Smith
• 12pm: Triple M’s Grand Final Rub with Daisy Thomas and Jack Heverin
• 2pm: ‘Matty O’ Gorman
• 4pm: The Rush Hour with JB & Billy with You Am I
• Post 7:30pm: Triple M Fest with Bush

Source: GfK Radio 360 Ratings. Metro Survey 4, 2026. SCA 2026 AFL Footy Call times.  Sunday 1100-1730. P10+.  Cume Reach.

About Triple M: 

For more than 40 years, Triple M has been one of Australia’s most recognisable radio brands, providing listeners with a unique blend of Greatest Hits, Sport, and Comedy. With 49 stations nationwide – including six digital stations – Triple M is renowned for delivering music’s greatest hits, alongside iconic talent and standout shows that lead the way in sport and entertainment. 

Reaching more than 4.9 million radio and on-demand listeners each week, Triple M is home to some of the country’s most respected sporting legends, beloved comedians, and music personalities, including Mick Molloy, James Brayshaw, Billy Brownless, Luisa Dal Din, and Jack Archdale – to only name a few! Triple M’s content is available live or on demand on the LiSTNR app.  

Commercial Radio & Audio (CRA), in partnership with Triton Digital, has released the August results for the Australian Podcast Ranker. The Ranker is the country’s only official, third- party verified podcast measurement system, governed by a cross-industry Steering Committee and backed by strong collaboration across commercial, independent, and non-commercial publishers. It sets the benchmark for podcast data in Australia.

Lizzie Young, CEO of CRA said: “The commercial case for podcasting starts with the relationship between host and listener – it’s close, it’s chosen, and that trust carries through to the brands that show up in it. With 55% of Australians listening every month,¹ that’s now happening at real scale. The Ranker gives the industry a verified monthly view of where it’s happening.”

What’s Trending for Podcast Audiences?

Summer is coming in hot and podcast audiences are already planning their next trip. Nearly half of podcast consumers across History (53%), Sports (49%), Health & Fitness (49%), Arts (48%) and True Crime (47%) are planning domestic holiday travel in the next 12 months. International intent is just as strong – 47% of History consumers, 43% of Health & Fitness and 42% of Technology consumers are planning overseas holiday travel in the same period. For airlines, hotels, travel insurance and booking platforms, podcasting delivers exactly the consumer who is already in the travel mindset.²

Australian Podcast Ranker top five genres August 2026
Genre		Monthly Listeners
1	News	5,004,420
2	Society & Culture	4,188,799
3	Sports	3,548,536
4	True Crime	2,532,392
5	Comedy	2,502,386

Australian Podcast Ranker top five podcasts August 2026
Podcast		Producer	Monthly Listeners
1	Mamamia Out Loud	Mamamia	855,821
2	Hamish & Andy	LiSTNR (SCA)	849,854
3	ABC News Top Stories	ABC	626,291
4	Life UnCut	LiSTNR (SCA)	480,519
5	Conversations	ABC	476,145

Sources: 1. The Infinite Dial 2026, Edison Research. Data referring to Australians aged 10+ unless otherwise stated, 2. Triton Digital Demos+ Australian Survey Data (Q3’24 – Q2’26). All percentages represent composition of each genre’s monthly P18+ podcast audience.

About the Australian Podcast Ranker: The Australian Podcast Ranker is a monthly snapshot of the top 300 podcasts listened to by Australians, and the top 300 Australian podcasts. The Australian Podcast Ranker is an industry initiative commissioned by CRA and published by Triton Digital. Results comply with IAB Podcast Measurement Technical Guidelines.

1	Mamamia Out LoudMamamia	Mamamia	855,821	2,197,010
2	Hamish & AndyLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	849,854	1,591,559
3	ABC News Top StoriesAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	626,291	2,673,408
4+2	Life UncutLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	480,519	951,738
5	ConversationsAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	476,145	2,332,565
6-2	News24 UpdateNews24	News24 / NOVA Entertainment	458,327	790,665
7+1	SEN BreakfastSports Entertainment Network (SEN)	Sports Entertainment Network (SEN)	427,396	1,274,867
8-1	Dan Does FootyDM Podcasts	LiSTNR (SCA)	424,352	621,899
9+3	The FrontNews Corp Australia	News Corp / NOVA Entertainment	391,867	863,073
10-1	Happy Hour with Lucy & NikkiLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	361,329	614,971
11+2	ABC News DailyAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	337,974	952,407
12+2	If You’re ListeningAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	328,473	994,946
13-3	No FilterMamamia	Mamamia	323,131	739,224
14-3	The ImperfectsLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	304,560	479,327
15+1	The DailyNew York Times	ARN / iHeart	274,661	792,737
16+6	Politics NowAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	259,292	814,557
17-2	Australian True CrimeARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	258,895	754,037
18+5	True Crime ConversationsMamamia	Mamamia	256,695	574,007
19-2	The UpdateNOVA Entertainment	NOVA Entertainment	250,372	446,401
20+5	I Catch Killers with Gary JubelinNews Corp Australia	News Corp / NOVA Entertainment	248,752	519,251
21	The QuickyMamamia	Mamamia	238,698	799,661
22+4	Triple M Footy AFLLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	237,503	450,516
23-5	Full StoryGuardian Media Group	Guardian Australia / Acast	236,011	685,930
24+201	Pretty SureNOVA Entertainment	NOVA Entertainment / ODd Network	233,765	262,776
25-1	The Case OfAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	229,019	761,491
26-7	Straight Talk with Mark BourisMentored Studios	NOVA Entertainment / Mentored Studios	225,406	342,546
27	Stuff You Should KnowARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	213,827	665,497
28+1	7amSolstice Media	Solstice Media / NOVA Entertainment	210,425	651,679
29+38	The Rush Hour with JB & BillyLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	193,239	293,750
30-10	Ben Fordham LiveTapt Media	Tapt Media	191,579	340,572
31+1	Global News PodcastBBC	ARN / iHeart	188,215	658,076
32+1	NSW News BulletinsTapt Media	Tapt Media	181,964	344,828
33-5	The Inspired UnemployedLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	178,294	251,515
34+3	Squiz TodaySquiz Media	Squiz Media	176,928	394,870
35-5	She’s On The MoneyARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	173,010	348,447
36+2	The Daily AusThe Daily Aus	The Daily Aus	170,502	439,480
37-3	Backstage with Cooper & Matty JohnsJohns Media	NOVA Entertainment / Johns Media	169,424	251,720
38+25	The Grade CricketerDM Podcasts	LiSTNR (SCA)	164,049	257,804
39-4	Short History Of…Audioboom	ARN / iHeart	162,532	334,046
40-1	RedHandedAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	160,407	443,728
41+7	Global Roaming with Geraldine Doogue and Hamish MacdonaldAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	160,210	568,013
42-11	The Howie GamesLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	159,104	316,812
43+8	WhateleySports Entertainment Network (SEN)	Sports Entertainment Network (SEN)	156,098	608,046
44-3	CommSec Market UpdateLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	155,540	339,907
45	Smosh Reads Reddit StoriesAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	150,882	292,845
46-6	No Such Thing As A FishAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	148,698	417,155
47-5	Footy & FriendsClubby Sports	Clubby Sports / ARN / iHeart	148,642	210,474
48-4	7News Just InLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	143,699	280,356
49+6	ABC Business DailyAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	138,239	304,819
50+4	Big Small TalkLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	137,399	228,039
51-2	No One Saw It ComingAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	134,599	411,307
52-9	Triple M Rocks Footy NRLLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	132,795	260,635
53-6	Late Night LiveAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	132,180	675,352
54-4	Chat 10 Looks 3DM Podcasts	LiSTNR (SCA)	123,870	203,820
55-3	Pod Save AmericaAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	119,879	277,111
56-10	The SpillMamamia	Mamamia	119,570	758,420
57+3	AMAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	117,472	375,004
58-2	All In The MindAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	113,503	282,064
59+7	The BriefingLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	112,699	270,508
60-7	Life and Crimes with Andrew RuleNews Corp Australia	News Corp / NOVA Entertainment	112,001	219,783
61+83	Everyone Has An ExMamamia	Mamamia	111,859	186,929
62+16	Health ReportAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	110,157	388,932
63+5	The Morning EditionNine Publishing	Nine	107,804	260,479
64+24	High ScrollersNOVA Entertainment	NOVA Entertainment	106,726	166,665
65	ChanticleerNine Publishing	Nine	103,893	140,190
66+16	The Ezra Klein ShowNew York Times	ARN / iHeart	101,007	184,229
67-9	Bizarre with Mick Molloy and Titus O’ReilyLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	98,628	186,136
68-9	Levels PodcastDM Podcasts	LiSTNR (SCA)	96,162	123,433
69-7	The FinNine Publishing	Nine	94,790	130,509
70+4	Real Survival StoriesAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	94,303	167,226
71+6	What’s That Rash?Australian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	92,482	262,577
72+39	3AW Mornings with Tom ElliottTapt Media	Tapt Media	91,512	183,006
73	UnleashedMamamia	Mamamia	90,666	177,570
74-3	My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia HardstarkARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	90,442	230,127
75+15	Roy and HG – Bludging on the BlindsideAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	89,587	192,758
76+5	Betrayal WeeklyARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	89,263	212,943
77+145	Fifi, Fev & Nick – 101.9 The Fox MelbourneLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	88,387	107,146
78+26	Life MattersAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	86,477	264,065
79-3	The Bye Round With James GrahamThe Bye Round	The Bye Round	84,882	141,037
80+13	Ladies, We Need To TalkAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	83,192	192,625
81-12	Love TrappedARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	82,525	184,897
82-21	Secrets We KeepLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	81,543	175,070
83	The Dead Can’t SueAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	80,186	203,307
84	Outspoken the PodcastARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	78,538	117,864
85-6	Behind the BastardsARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	78,297	176,647
86-1	Do You F*cking Mind?NOVA Entertainment	NOVA Entertainment	77,070	150,050
87+14	Drive with Jacqui FelgateTapt Media	Tapt Media	76,903	122,064
88+66	3AW is FootballTapt Media	Tapt Media	76,832	188,727
89-2	Dr Karl PodcastAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	75,854	189,067
90-15	KICPodLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	75,068	122,010
91+5	The World TodayAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	74,442	195,142
92	Witness: Perfect AlibiNews Corp Australia	News Corp / NOVA Entertainment	73,495	157,931
93+2	Murder With My HusbandARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	72,712	141,331
94	PMAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	72,397	208,641
95-38	Football WeeklyGuardian Media Group	Guardian Australia / Acast	71,979	128,982
96+32	ABC AFL DailyAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	69,853	171,423
97-33	Virginia | The Age & SMH InvestigatesNine Publishing	Nine	67,631	114,986
98	FEAR & GREED | Business NewsNOVA Entertainment	NOVA Entertainment	66,245	193,721
99-13	Today in FocusGuardian Media Group	Guardian Australia / Acast	66,173	196,433
100-3	SBS News UpdatesSpecial Broadcasting Service	Special Broadcasting Service	65,713	184,777
101-1	Two Doting Dads with Matty J & AshNOVA Entertainment	NOVA Entertainment	65,175	114,479
102	The Tim Dillon ShowAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	65,085	89,458
103+13	Fitzy, Wippa & KateNOVA Entertainment	NOVA Entertainment	64,508	113,209
104+137	Law ReportAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	64,283	191,999
105+1	Cautionary Tales with Tim HarfordARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	64,149	114,652
106+45	Australian Birth StoriesDM Podcasts	LiSTNR (SCA)	63,271	112,683
107+17	You’re Dead to MeBBC	ARN / iHeart	62,155	118,664
108-16	Motive & MethodTapt Media	Tapt Media	61,263	112,291
109-10	Two Broke ChicksNOVA Entertainment	NOVA Entertainment	61,049	95,060
110-7	The Economy, StupidAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	59,376	115,194
111+2	NightlifeAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	58,714	326,264
112-7	Everyone RelaxLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	58,690	128,374
113-24	Background BriefingAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	58,554	160,168
114+16	Mick in The Morning with Roo, Titus and RosieLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	58,231	143,937
115-1	Big IdeasAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	57,777	159,269
116-80	UnravelAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	56,286	189,342
117+26	Saturday ExtraAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	56,219	175,696
118-6	The Psychology of your 20sARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	55,868	94,179
119-12	The Money PuzzleNews Corp Australia	News Corp / NOVA Entertainment	55,750	103,761
120-12	HackAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	54,816	148,408
121-6	TradiesClubby Sports	Clubby Sports / ARN / iHeart	54,018	81,525
122+13	Matt and AlexLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	52,945	104,587
123-1	True Crime with Kendall RaeAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	50,622	101,019
124-15	The Sounding BoardSports Entertainment Network (SEN)	Sports Entertainment Network (SEN)	50,349	92,611
125	We Don’t Have Time For ThisWe Don’t Have Time For This	We Don’t Have Time For This	48,446	91,906
126	Parenting Out LoudMamamia	Mamamia	48,197	97,545
127-6	NRL 360Dazn Media+	Dazn Media+ / NOVA Entertainment	47,202	77,528
128-48	3AW Breakfast with Ross and RusselTapt Media	Tapt Media	46,120	146,851
129-11	Serialously with Annie EliseAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	45,920	102,318
130-11	Imagine ThisAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	45,879	428,038
131+3	Giddy Up with Gareth HallSports Entertainment Network (SEN)	Sports Entertainment Network (SEN)	45,736	168,287
132+87	ABC Cricket PodcastAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	44,826	96,970
133+4	Real FootyNine Publishing	Nine	44,789	73,805
134-14	Radio National BreakfastAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	44,786	245,392
135+62	Crunch TimeSports Entertainment Network (SEN)	Sports Entertainment Network (SEN)	44,089	107,017
136+9	Motley Fool MoneyLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	43,574	76,417
137+3	It Could Happen HereARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	41,808	97,263
138+15	The Science ShowAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	41,332	137,775
139-10	The Bulwark PodcastAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	40,847	109,885
140-1	SportsdaySports Entertainment Network (SEN)	Sports Entertainment Network (SEN)	40,416	141,073
141+8	History ExtraAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	39,345	133,736
142-10	KIC BumpLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	39,204	54,397
143-10	You BeautyMamamia	Mamamia	39,102	96,037
144+18	AmericastBBC	ARN / iHeart	38,744	82,230
145+10	Sick to DeathNews Corp Australia	News Corp / NOVA Entertainment	38,716	81,782
146-8	Australia WideAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	38,584	76,846
147+42	Rear VisionAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	38,511	98,833
148-6	The Documentary PodcastBBC	ARN / iHeart	38,491	153,591
149+85	The Binge Cases: My Mother’s LiesARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	38,319	77,481
150-19	The disappearance of Katie WalkerNOVA Entertainment	NOVA Entertainment	37,767	63,491
151+24	Something To Talk AboutNews Corp Australia	News Corp / NOVA Entertainment	37,664	63,098
152+4	BronwynNews Corp Australia	News Corp / NOVA Entertainment	37,083	79,794
153-7	In Our TimeBBC	ARN / iHeart	36,984	69,839
154+15	Real Crime with Adam ShandPodshape	Podshape / NOVA Entertainment	36,940	77,195
155+18	Triple M Breakfast with Beau, Cat and WoodsyLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	36,809	59,067
156-4	The Hard Ball Gets AFL ShowWest Australian Newspapers	West Australian Newspapers	36,354	55,965
157+11	CredlinNews24	News24 / NOVA Entertainment	35,843	75,576
158-48	Football DailyBBC	ARN / iHeart	35,337	93,879
159+1	Hear Me OutNOVA Entertainment	NOVA Entertainment / ODd Network	35,234	45,946
160+18	Fin vs HistoryAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	34,923	71,681
161+2	Drive with Joel & FletchSports Entertainment Network (SEN)	Sports Entertainment Network (SEN)	34,919	114,173
162+52	Insiders PodcastAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	34,808	73,905
163+27	Desert Island DiscsBBC	ARN / iHeart	34,740	68,757
164-6	The Smallzy ShowARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	34,456	35,563
165+133	News TimeAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	34,451	261,742
166	Hunting JusticeNews Corp Australia	News Corp / NOVA Entertainment	34,034	76,582
167+12	AIN’T THAT SWELLDM Podcasts	LiSTNR (SCA)	33,848	58,719
168+58	What The Duck?!Australian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	33,648	100,689
169-33	Australian PoliticsGuardian Media Group	Guardian Australia / Acast	33,631	55,816
170+31	The Radio National HourAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	33,026	82,884
171+5	Hard ForkNew York Times	ARN / iHeart	32,862	48,005
172	Six Tackles With GusNine Publishing	Tapt Media	32,851	44,329
173+4	Nothing To WearMamamia	Mamamia	32,794	72,035
174+25	3AW Sports TodayTapt Media	Tapt Media	32,684	71,128
175-27	Revisionist History: The Staten Island ProblemARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	32,187	83,260
176+34	Browny’s PodcastNOVA Entertainment	NOVA Entertainment	32,159	46,175
177+28	7AFLLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	31,663	51,392
178+31	Squiz KidsSquiz Media	Squiz Media	31,613	109,540
179-15	Carrie & TommyLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	31,413	82,140
180-13	Matty & CronkDazn Media+	Dazn Media+ / NOVA Entertainment	31,205	45,731
181+2	Secrets of the UnderworldPodshape	Podshape / NOVA Entertainment	30,933	58,561
182+2	Somehow Related with Dave O’Neil & Glenn RobbinsTapt Media	Tapt Media	30,925	64,174
183+25	The MinefieldAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	30,626	63,924
184-25	Pod Save the WorldAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	30,570	48,028
185+10	The Nutrition CouchARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	30,552	50,445
186-1	How To Fail With Elizabeth DayARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	30,369	50,833
187	The Mums’ GroupARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	30,135	40,897
188-17	The HeadlinesNew York Times	ARN / iHeart	30,022	53,824
189+13	Two Ts In A Pod with Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra JudgeARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	29,799	85,278
190-10	Betoota TalksDM Podcasts	LiSTNR (SCA)	29,539	50,282
191+1	The Jess Rowe Big Talk ShowDM Podcasts	LiSTNR (SCA)	29,341	55,160
192+40	Jase, Lauren & ClintNOVA Entertainment	NOVA Entertainment	29,168	105,741
193+25	Eddie and JimmyTapt Media	Tapt Media	28,845	51,373
194+9	Friday Night Comedy from BBC Radio 4BBC	ARN / iHeart	28,783	57,381
195+1	ok storytimeARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	28,596	86,532
196	The Mushroom Trial: Say GraceTapt Media	Tapt Media	28,378	55,508
197-9	Prime Time with Bec WilsonTapt Media	Tapt Media	28,200	49,417
198+37	ABC RewindAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	28,146	74,473
199-5	Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen YangARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	27,850	39,983
200+15	Double A Chattery with Amanda Keller and Anita McGregorARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	27,556	50,799
201	Nature SoundsAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	27,535	80,454
202+9	NewshourBBC	ARN / iHeart	27,458	108,511
203+39	FOX FOOTY PodcastsDazn Media+	Dazn Media+ / NOVA Entertainment	27,118	55,572
204-23	Badge of BetrayalPodshape	Podshape / NOVA Entertainment	27,093	50,984
205-64	Big Business with Brittney SaundersNOVA Entertainment	NOVA Entertainment	27,066	46,806
206+14	The Buck Up with Kate Langbroek and Nath ValvoARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	26,871	45,691
207	Burden of Guilt Season 3ARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	26,563	57,627
208+59	No DribbleARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	26,478	43,392
209+12	Mornings with Mark LevyTapt Media	Tapt Media	26,416	56,959
210+21	The Contrarians with Adam and AdirTapt Media	Tapt Media	26,340	46,690
211+2	Paul Murray LiveNews24	News24 / NOVA Entertainment	26,333	58,300
212	Cricket Et AlDM Podcasts	LiSTNR (SCA)	26,312	51,232
213+59	Life of BrianClubby Sports	Clubby Sports / ARN / iHeart	25,681	36,250
214-67	ExpanseAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	25,586	69,315
215-88	Vain-ishLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	25,451	39,970
216+12	The Global StoryBBC	ARN / iHeart	25,373	67,605
217-126	MAFS Funny PodcastNOVA Entertainment	NOVA Entertainment	24,511	36,256
218+77	IntrigueBBC	ARN / iHeart	24,304	58,162
219-26	Al Jazeera News UpdatesAl Jazeera	Al Jazeera	24,229	133,644
220+39	Footy ClassifiedNine Publishing	Tapt Media	24,152	35,405
221-64	Dino DomeAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	24,062	244,521
222+16	SwindledAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	23,941	41,883
223-6	Morning Glory with Matty JohnsSports Entertainment Network (SEN)	Sports Entertainment Network (SEN)	23,623	34,719
224+6	The National BriefingLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	23,432	53,357
225-2	Brooke and Jeffrey: Second Date UpdateARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	23,388	99,839
226-14	The Bolt ReportNews24	News24 / NOVA Entertainment	23,340	47,342
227+9	Do Not Open This Book by Andy LeeLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	23,305	82,740
228+12	CODE NRLNews Corp Australia	News Corp / NOVA Entertainment	23,286	38,989
229+33	The Minds of Madness – True Crime StoriesAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	23,273	51,844
230+53	Lu & JarchLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	23,247	43,190
231+14	The Hook UpAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	23,092	47,867
232+34	Download This ShowAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	22,857	45,588
233-9	Stuff They Don’t Want You To KnowARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	22,476	67,886
234-111	Real DictatorsAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	22,343	52,493
235	The Junkees – Dave O’Neil and Kitty FlanaganTapt Media	Tapt Media	22,244	38,983
236+33	Dr Justin Coulson’s Happy FamiliesARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	22,170	64,759
237+2	Test Match SpecialBBC	ARN / iHeart	21,860	55,491
238+13	Smosh MouthAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	21,703	40,719
239+21	The Fairbairn PodcastDM Podcasts	LiSTNR (SCA)	21,578	31,963
240+13	Breaking Points with Krystal and SaagarARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	21,547	51,697
241+20	15 Minutes with the BossNine Publishing	Nine	21,473	32,024
242-15	Car Trip TriviaNOVA Entertainment	NOVA Entertainment	21,395	63,466
243+4	Odd LotsARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	21,364	46,351
244+4	This Is ImportantARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	21,312	36,902
245-39	The Binge Crimes: Fatal FantasyARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	21,171	49,382
246+6	AFL CLUBCASTLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	21,024	26,778
247-47	167 PodcastDM Podcasts	LiSTNR (SCA)	20,900	29,094
248	Jonesy & AmandaARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	20,882	106,058
249+43	This Working LifeAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	20,654	40,276
250	Take 5Australian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	20,578	48,294
251+4	Joel Osteen Daily PodcastARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	20,569	61,349
252+2	Sh***ed Married AnnoyedAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	20,559	40,996
253+38	Modern LoveNew York Times	ARN / iHeart	20,517	28,543
254+42	The BookshelfAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	20,473	47,447
255-12	Something Was WrongAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	20,472	62,964
256-186	The FloodNews Corp Australia	News Corp / NOVA Entertainment	20,467	37,454
257-7	6 Minute EnglishBBC	ARN / iHeart	20,460	47,344
258	The Book ShowAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	20,367	49,448
259-89	Dear RachelleNews Corp Australia	News Corp / NOVA Entertainment	20,241	37,306
260-4	The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie SantosARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	20,129	34,111
261-24	What Happened To…Podshape	Podshape / NOVA Entertainment	20,046	44,973
262	SEN AfternoonsSports Entertainment Network (SEN)	Sports Entertainment Network (SEN)	19,891	51,105
263+17	VIC News BulletinsTapt Media	Tapt Media	19,679	36,403
264-78	SerialNew York Times	ARN / iHeart	19,509	38,017
265+14	DISGRACELANDARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	19,328	47,670
266+15	Triple M Breakfast with Roo, Ditts & LozLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	19,200	39,148
267	Anthony Burke’s By DesignAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	19,160	58,628
268+16	Two Good SportsARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	19,136	46,145
269	How I Made ItNine Publishing	Nine	19,104	29,801
270+15	Sherlock Holmes Short StoriesAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	19,076	48,952
271-8	Kick Off with Brandy and JimmySports Entertainment Network (SEN)	Sports Entertainment Network (SEN)	19,047	67,701
272	Law The PodcastARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	19,032	29,993
273-99	Sunday ExtraAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	18,983	55,045
274+8	The Teacher’s PetNews Corp Australia	News Corp / NOVA Entertainment	18,940	39,788
275-18	Short & CurlyAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	18,781	223,675
276	The Final Word Cricket PodcastARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	18,656	56,289
277-6	The MeatEater PodcastARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	18,616	31,948
278-1	Crime AnalystARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	18,543	38,917
279-97	F1 NationAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	18,540	35,259
280+9	Well.Mamamia	Mamamia	18,539	39,197
281	Philosopher’s ZoneAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	18,517	40,451
282+18	The Christian O’Connell ShowARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	18,490	69,511
283	10 to LifeAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	18,448	34,602
284	200 PLUSClubby Sports	Clubby Sports / ARN / iHeart	18,430	23,308
285-81	F1 Beyond The GridAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	18,273	29,719
286+7	Bulwark TakesAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	18,270	78,621
287-12	Into the DarkARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	18,247	38,600
288	ASSASSINS with Aslan PahariAustralian Broadcasting Corporation	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	18,190	52,119
289-24	The Lady VanishesLiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	18,153	46,310
290-41	The Adam Shand CollectionPodshape	Podshape / NOVA Entertainment	17,857	34,224
291	SEN WA BreakfastSports Entertainment Network (SEN)	Sports Entertainment Network (SEN)	17,798	57,155
292+5	Better OfflineARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	17,742	33,034
293+6	Politics Weekly AmericaGuardian Media Group	Guardian Australia / Acast	17,391	24,358
294	History DailyAudioboom	ARN / iHeart	17,325	60,377
295-17	RelatablesNOVA Entertainment	NOVA Entertainment	17,277	28,399
296-28	BBCNewscastBBC	ARN / iHeart	17,002	57,414
297	SBS Cantonese – SBS廣東話節目Special Broadcasting Service	Special Broadcasting Service	16,886	77,702
298-34	Hamish & Andy Plus +LiSTNR (SCA)	LiSTNR (SCA)	16,710	47,251
299	Legally BrunetteARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	16,647	33,011
300	Out of CharacterARN / iHeart	ARN / iHeart	16,640	27,811

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POWERED BY TRITON DIGITAL’S PODCAST METRICS AND DEMOS+

Triton Digital’s Podcast Metrics measurement service is certified by the IAB Tech Lab as complying with Version 2.2 of the IAB Podcast Measurement Technical Guidelines.Demos+, produced in collaboration with Signal Hill Insights, is a combination of survey data from a representative yearly survey of 12,000 monthly U.S. adults aged 18+ who listen to podcasts and Podcast Metrics download data.

HISTORICAL PODCAST RANKINGS
Triton Digital has retired the monthly publication of the Australian Top Publishers and Top Sales Representation rankers. The last active reporting period was May 2025.

ABOUT THE AUSTRALIAN PODCAST RANKER

The Australian Podcast Ranker lists the Top 300 podcasts from participating publishers that are consumed by listeners located in Australia. The All-Australian Top 300 Podcast Ranker lists only the Top 300 podcasts commissioned by an Australian publisher, consumed by listeners located in Australia.

The Australian Podcast Ranker is based on a calendar month reporting period. The entities listed are ranked by Monthly Listeners in accordance with the latest IAB Podcast Technical Measurement Guidelines. If you wish to sort by downloads, you can click on the “Downloads” column to re-sort amongst the existing data.

For podcasts with multiple categories in the RSS feed, we display and filter by only the first category.

DEMOS+ TOP INDEXING PROGRAMS BY AUDIENCE COMPOSITION

• The Demos+ Top Indexing Programs by Audience Composition lists podcasts that have a high percentage of their audience that falls within a particular audience characteristic. There are 40 audience characteristics, each with its own list of 50 podcasts.
• Among podcasts that Triton measures, the top 300 ranker podcasts ranked by average monthly users for the 6-month time period are eligible to appear in these lists. For each audience characteristic, the top 50 podcasts out of the 300 listed are presented. These 50 podcasts have the highest percentage of their audience that falls within that audience characteristic, as measured by Triton Digital Podcast Metrics Demos+. Triton Digital Podcast Metrics Demos+ utilizes both datasets: the Podcast Metrics IAB-certified download data and the Demos+ survey data. As a result, only participating entities that opt in for measurement are included.

The Ranker is commissioned by Commercial Radio & Audio and includes the participation of the following publishers and sales representation: Acast, Adore Beauty, Al Jazeera, ARN/iHeartPodcast Network Australia, Audioboom, Australian Broadcasting Corporation, BBC, DM Podcasts, Guardian Media Group, Hidden Brain Media, HODD Media, Johns Media, Kinderling Kids Radio, LiSTNR (SCA), Motorsport Podcast Network, New York Times, News Corp Australia, Nine, Nova Entertainment, Podshape, Ranieri & Co, RSN Racing & Sport, Schwartz Media, Sports Entertainment Network (SEN), Squiz Media, The Australia Institute, The Bye Round, The Chaser, The Washington Post Podcast Network, TOFOP Productions, Wavelength Creative, We don’t have time for this, West Australian Newspapers.

METRIC DEFINITIONS

• Listeners – A ‘listener’ is a single user who downloads content for either immediate or delayed consumption. Listeners are identified by a combination of IP address and user agent in accordance with the IAB filtering rules described in the IAB Podcast Measurement Technical Guidelines v2.2.
• Downloads – A ‘download’ is a unique file request that was downloaded. Downloads include complete file downloads, progressive downloads, as well as partial downloads in accordance with the IAB Podcast Measurement Technical Guidelines v2.2 filtering rules (i.e. spiders and bots, data centers, one-minute of content minimum download, etc.). This process filters multiple requests from the same IP address, user agent, episode and date.
• Publisher – An entity that represents a group of podcasts that it either commissions, produces itself or acts as the primary representative for that content in Australia.
• Rank
  • “Debut” indicates that the show is new to the ranker, making its debut for the first time in the last 13 months.
  • “Return” indicates that the show has returned to the Top 200 after having not appeared in the previous reporting period(s).
• Index (Monthly Podcast pop 18+) – Compares % of a podcast’s audience against the overall Australian monthly podcast listener population (age 18+). Eg: Index 125 “Genre X is 25% more likely than average monthly podcast listener to do purchase a new car.”

ABC Radio Australia’s Politok has won Best International Podcast at the 2026 Asia Podcast Awards, recognising the program’s in-depth coverage of political decisions shaping the Pacific.  

The annual awards event celebrated 26 winners this year across 23 categories, representing major and independent podcast publishers from the Indo-Pacific region.  

Hosted by Papua New Guinean journalist and presenter Scott Waide, Politok launched in mid-2024 on ABC Radio Australia. With three series already available and a fourth to air in October 2026, the podcast and radio program continues to examine the political, social and economic forces impacting communities across the Pacific.  

In each episode, Scott pulls back the curtain and investigates a specific topic by speaking with regional leaders, public servants, aid workers, academics and everyday people. Politok goes beyond the headlines and with a distinctive Pacific lens, the program covers issues such as food insecurity, climate change, the rise of AI, foreign deals and fly-in fly-out aid culture.  

As the former-Deputy Regional Head of News at Papua New Guinean television network, EMTV, Scott brings a wealth of regional expertise after working extensively for over 25 years in news reporting and digital storytelling across the Pacific.  

Scott shared his appreciation for the recognition. “This award means a lot and reflects the trust that our listeners place in Politok in putting a spotlight on the policies and decision-making that impacts their communities.  We have been very fortunate to speak with so many people from across the Pacific who have helped us create an open space that asks the big questions.”  

ABC International Manager of Audio Output and Strategy, Justine Kelly said: “We are incredibly proud that Politok has received international recognition for creating powerful conversations around the issues affecting the Pacific. ABC Radio Australia’s strength lies in amplifying Pacific voices and stories and in just two years Scott and the team have built a trusted program that provides context, analysis and discussion on issues that matter most to the region, empowering audiences and keeping them informed.”  

WAY TO LISTEN:

There are multiple ways to listen to ABC Radio Australia – live via internet streaming or in your area through 24-hour FM stations, or catch up with full episodes on ABC Pacific online.   

Radio Skid Row 88.9FM is a not-for-profit, community radio station based in Marrickville, inner west Sydney. Our focus is amplifying the voices of diverse and marginalised individuals with a strong emphasis on supporting social justice and human rights.

The Radio Skid Row team includes the Station Manager, a board of directors and a passionate group of volunteers and valued broadcasters who serve their communities and listeners.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Communications Officer is a casual role working closely with our Station Manager to promote Radio Skid Row’s diverse programming, fundraising activities, broadcaster activities and other community events.

Your role will ensure all our stakeholders remain engaged and informed.

We are seeking a candidate with strong writing capabilities, an eye for visual design, and the capacity to work in accordance with Radio Skid Row’s core values and priorities.

The role will suit someone passionate about supporting a grassroots community organisation through thoughtful and effective communications.

The role is 10 hours per week, including occasional weekend work to support events and spend time at the station to engage with broadcasters.

Members of Black, Indigenous and Ethnic communities, looking to develop their communication experience within a community organisation are encouraged to apply.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain a communications plan with the support of the Station Manager.
• Write and create content for social media, including videos and images (Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp).
• Work closely with volunteers to lead, coordinate, and support communications across the organisation.
• Manage the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platform to communicate with broadcasters, stakeholders, and supporters via emails and newsletters.
• Manage the Radio Skid Row website and the Omny Studio platform.
• Work closely with the Fundraising Coordinator during campaigns.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Understanding of community radio and grassroots media, with awareness of/or experience in a non-profit or community organisation.
• Experience working collaboratively as a supportive and reliable member of a team in an ever-changing environment.
• Demonstrated skills in writing clear, engaging communications and social media copy for diverse audiences.
• Experience using Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite (including Photoshop and Premiere Pro) to create accessible, engaging content.
• Experience with web content management systems, including WordPress.
• Understanding of and/or experience with data management in a CRM.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Gmail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven capacity to communicate respectfully and effectively with internal stakeholders and external community members.
• High level of social and cultural awareness, with strong interpersonal sensitivity and respect for difference.
• Willingness and ability to learn new technologies and platforms.

APPLY

Looking for a flexible part-time role where no two days are the same?

SWRFM is seeking an enthusiastic and organised Administrative & Sponsorship Assistant to join our team at the Blacktown Showgrounds studios. This unique role combines administration, sponsor relationship management, customer service, and the opportunity to be involved in exciting new initiatives including podcast studio operations.

Whether you’re returning to the workforce, looking for family-friendly hours, or keen to gain experience in community media and radio broadcasting, we’d love to hear from you. Full training will be provided, with opportunities for growth as SWRFM continues to expand.

16 hours per week | Flexible 3-day roster | $34 per hour + Super

Applications close 5:00pm, 30 September 2026. Interested applicants should email their application to office@swr999.com.au.

For further information about the role, responsibilities, and selection criteria, click here.

ARN has strengthened its senior leadership team in Brisbane, appointing highly respected media executive Todd Dickinson to the newly created role of General Manager ARN Brisbane and Director of Sales.

The appointment marks a strategic investment in ARN Brisbane, with Todd joining in a senior market leadership role with a clear focus on accelerating commercial growth, market engagement and business performance.

In addition to operational and P&L responsibilities, Todd will have responsibility for driving revenue growth across broadcast radio, digital audio, video, and integrated solutions. He will serve as ARN’s senior representative in the market, building relationships with clients, agencies, industry partners, Government, and the broader Brisbane business community.

Todd brings more than 20 years of commercial and operational leadership experience across media and advertising. Most recently, he held the dual roles of Managing Director, Queensland and Sales Director, Queensland at Seven West Media, where he led statewide operations and delivered sustained commercial growth, market share gains and organisational transformation.

Experienced sales leader Emily Buckby will return to her role as Director of Sales in Brisbane following her parental leave, she will be a part of the Brisbane leadership team and report directly to Todd.

Michael Stephenson, ARN CEO said: “Todd is a highly respected leader with excellent relationships across the Brisbane market. His record speaks for itself. He has a proven track record of creating and leading high-performance teams and delivering outstanding commercial results. His combination of sales, operational and market leadership experience makes him the perfect person to lead our Brisbane business.”

“This new role demonstrates how important Brisbane is to our business, strengthens our presence in the market and provides local leadership for our Brisbane team.”

Todd Dickinson said: “I’m genuinely grateful for the opportunity to join ARN and help build a modern entertainment business in Brisbane. To be asked to contribute to a team that is so highly respected is a privilege. It’s clear there is enormous potential ahead for ARN in our great city.”

“I’m looking forward to working closely with Michael, Rob, Emily and the Brisbane team and I can’t wait to get started.”

Todd will commence in the role on 14 September 2026 and report to Chief Sales Officer, Robert Iannazzo and CEO Michael Stephenson.

There’s always more to a story than the headline. In an exclusive six-episode podcast series, LiSTNR and the Seven Network are taking AFL fans behind the scenes of the stories shaping the game with The Breakers, hosted by 7News’ Mitch Cleary, Xander McGuire, and Tom Morris.

Launching today (Wednesday, 9 September), The Breakers lifts the lid on the world of footy journalism, exploring how information is verified, sources are developed, and stories are broken, while discussing the personalities, pressures, and competition behind one of Australia’s most fiercely contested media beats. 

The series launches just as the AFL news cycle enters its peak through the AFL finals series, Grand Final week and the frenetic post-season trade period. Listeners will gain an insider’s perspective from three of the game’s top reporters: Mitch Cleary, Xander McGuire, and Tom Morris. 

Regularly at the centre of the footy news cycle and bringing breaking news as it happens, all three hosts bring extensive experience across Seven’s AFL coverage and The Agenda Setters. 

7NEWS chief football reporter and regular guest on The Rush Hour with JB & Billy, Mitch Cleary brings more than 15 years’ experience breaking footy stories, while Xander McGuire prominently features across Seven’s AFL and 7NEWS coverage, regularly appears on Triple M’s Mick in the Morning, and hosts 105.1 Triple M Melbourne’s Deadset Legends. Tom Morris brings extensive experience as an AFL journalist and 7NEWS’ Chief Cricket Reporter, having also worked with Fox Footy, the Nine Network, and SEN.

Sometimes, the story behind the headline is as interesting as the yarn itself. Combining 7NEWS AFL journalism with LiSTNR’s on-demand audio platform, The Breakers takes footy fans beyond the headlines. The podcast will be featured in LiSTNR’s 7AFL podcast feed, which also hosts every episode of The Agenda Setters, exclusive interviews, and iconic segments like ‘Roaming Brian.’

Xander McGuire said: “We spend a lot of time chasing the next story so it’s pretty rare for us to get the chance to stop and talk about how the story actually came together. The Breakers gives us the opportunity to unpack the calls, the decisions, and the process of how these stories are made, and I think footy fans will get a genuine insight into what happens behind the headlines.”

Chris Jones, Southern Cross Media Group’s Director of Sport – TV, Audio and Streaming, said: “There’s a huge appetite among footy fans to understand what happens behind the stories they consume, particularly as the AFL news cycle continues to move faster. The Breakers gives three of our gun AFL journos the opportunity to take listeners inside that process and have an honest conversation about the craft of breaking and reporting stories. It’s a high energy show including segments like unintentional cutting, story time, nugget and the media performer of the week. Bringing that perspective to LiSTNR and the 7AFL YouTube is a genuinely exciting proposition.”

Listen to The Breakers with Mitch Cleary, Xander McGuire, and Tom Morris on the 7AFL podcast feed on LiSTNR, and watch it on 7AFL and 7NEWS Australia YouTube, each week from 9 September. 

About Southern Cross Media Group  

Southern Cross Media Group (ASX: SXL) is one of Australia’s most prominent media companies, with a market-leading presence across broadcast television, audio, publishing and digital. 

The company owns some of Australia’s most renowned media businesses and platforms, including Seven, 7two, 7mate, 7flix and 7Bravo; 7plus; 7NEWS.com.au; LiSTNR; the Hit and Triple M radio networks; The Nightly; The West Australian; The Sunday Times; and PerthNow.

 ARN today announced the appointment of Robert Iannazzo as Chief Sales Officer, bringing more than 20 years of commercial radio experience and media leadership to the role.

Robert is a highly regarded industry leader with extensive experience building high-performing teams, growing revenue and market share, and leading commercial transformation across radio, television and digital media. He has held senior roles in Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth at ARN and SCA across sales, strategy and business operations.

He most recently served as Executive General Manager for Adelaide and Western Australia at Southern Cross Austereo, where he led sales, content and operations teams across both markets and was accountable for revenue, sales leadership and market strategy.

The appointment marks a return to ARN for Robert, who previously held senior sales leadership roles with the business in Melbourne.

As Chief Sales Officer, Robert will lead ARN’s national sales team and commercial strategy across broadcast radio, streaming, podcasts, digital audio, video and integrated client solutions. His focus will be on increasing Metro radio revenue share, strengthening customer and agency partnerships, driving revenue growth and ensuring ARN’s commercial proposition takes full advantage of its expanding content, data and digital capabilities.

ARN Chief Executive Officer Michael Stephenson said: “Robert has a deep understanding of radio, he has a proven track record of building high-performance teams, growing radio market share and delivering results in competitive media markets.

“Robert’s leadership and experience will be critical as we focus on growing our metro radio revenue share ensuring we unlock the full value of our audience, content and commercial assets.”

Robert Iannazzo said: “I’m thrilled to be returning to ARN, having started my broadcasting career at Gold104.3 in Melbourne many years ago. ARN is exceptionally well positioned to lead the future of audio, and I’m looking forward to working alongside Michael and the wider ARN sales team along with our customers and agencies to build on that momentum.”

Robert will replace current Chief Sales Officer Richard Hunwick, who will step away in the new year.

Michael Stephenson said: “I want to thank Rich for everything he has done at ARN. I have had the pleasure of working closely with Rich for the last 20 years, he is one the most senior and most respected media leaders in the country, he has been at the very centre of our business transformation, and his input has been invaluable.”

Richard Hunwick said: “Over the last 18 months it’s been a privilege building the foundation of something very special here at ARN, and with the exceptional team now in place I believe the business is ready to accelerate into the next phase.  I’m excited to see how far Stepho and Robert will take the business next year, I will be cheering them on.”

Robert will be based in Sydney and will commence in the role on Monday September 28^th. Richard will remain in Sydney and leave ARN in January.