TV Central: One on One Podcast

oday on TV Central: One on One, we catch up with a good friend of the show — Lee Tiger Halley.

The last time Lee joined us, we shared a heartfelt conversation about his family, his career, and the strength that drives him. It was clear then — and it’s even clearer now — that Lee isn’t just a brilliant actor, but a genuinely grounded and inspiring person.

Now, he’s back with an incredible new project — Beast of War, directed b...

The new season of The Amazing Race Australia is just around the corner, and I caught up with one of the show’s biggest personalities, Beau Ryan, to get an inside look at what’s coming.

Beau isn’t just the face greeting contestants at pit stops—he’s the energy, humour, and heart that drives the show. From stepping onto the starting line with contestants to managing the adrenaline of on-the-road challenges, he shares what it’s rea...

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 Cen...

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 var...

Dancing with the Stars 2025 has officially wrapped, and what a sensational finale it was. After weeks of dazzling routines, celebrity surprises, and high-stakes eliminations, it was Home and Away star Kyle Shilling who emerged victorious, taking home the mirrorball trophy in one of the most memorable finales in the show’s history.

Dancing alongside professional partner Lily Cornish, Kyle brought the audience to tears—and to thei...

Seven has kicked off 2025 with a bold slate of programming that's capturing audiences across broadcast and digital. From a huge summer of cricket to standout seasons of Australian Idol and Farmer Wants a Wife, the network continues to dominate Australian screens.

In this special TV Central: One on One podcast episode, I’m joined by two of the driving forces behind Seven’s success—Aaron Howison, Director of Programming, and Andre...

Today, we’re joined by one of Australia’s most fearless and compelling journalists — Denham Hitchcock. A familiar face to viewers across the country, Denham’s career has spanned war zones, natural disasters, political unrest, and deeply personal, human stories that demand to be told. Now, he's anchoring the groundbreaking new current affairs program, 10 NEWS+, bringing his signature storytelling style to a bold new format.

This ...

Today, I’m thrilled to welcome a true icon of Aussie television — Scott Cam, long-time host of The Block and one of the country’s most recognisable faces. With 19 seasons under his belt, Scott returns this year to lead the renovation juggernaut in a brand-new location: Daylesford, Victoria’s spa capital.

Over the years, Scott has overseen 103 home renos, mentored 186 contestants, and handed out more than $39 million in prize mon...

She’s one of the most trusted names in Western Australian media — a journalist whose credibility, warmth, and professionalism have made her a familiar presence in homes across WA for more than three decades.

From her radio beginnings at Perth’s 6PR in the late 1980s to her rise as the long-serving face of Today Tonight on Channel 7, Monika Kos has built a career defined by integrity, compassion, and genuine connection with her a...

In the latest episode of TV Central: One on One, host Aaron Ryan sits down with one of Australia’s most respected journalists — Ally Langdon — for a compelling and deeply insightful conversation that dives into parenting in the digital age.

Known for her fearless reporting on A Current Affair and her compassionate approach to storytelling, Ally returns to prime time with a brand-new season of Parental Guidance, airing as a speci...

Get ready to shine, shimmer, and salsa — because the ballroom is back, and Sonia Kruger is leading the charge!

In this dazzling episode of TV Central: One on One, host Aaron Ryan catches up with Australian television royalty, Sonia Kruger, as Dancing With The Stars returns for its 2025 season on Channel 7. From Logie nominations to that unforgettable return to the dance floor as Tina Sparkle, Sonia opens up about everything — wi...

In a windswept corner of Tasmania’s wild west coast, where danger hides beneath breathtaking scenery, Bay of Fires makes its explosive return for a second season—and with it, so does one of Australia's most formidable creative forces: Marta Dusseldorp.

On this week’s episode of TV Central: One on One, we’re joined by the brilliant Marta herself—actor, producer, and co-Artistic Director of Archipelago Productions—for an in-depth ...

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 a...

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...

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 episo...

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 fro...

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 N...

Today on TV Central: One on One, we’re marking a major milestone in Australian entertainment. Max, the powerhouse streaming service from Warner Bros. Discovery, has officially landed Down Under—bringing together premium HBO content, blockbuster Warner Bros. films, and real-life Discovery programming, all in one place.

To celebrate the launch, Aaron Ryan sits down with two top executives behind the Max rollout:

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From self-proclaimed nerd to national sensation, today’s guest captured hearts across the country with powerhouse vocals, magnetic stage presence, and a style that’s entirely his own. At just 19 years old, Marshall Hamburger has taken out the crown as the winner of Australian Idol 2025 — scoring a recording deal with Hive Sound Studios, $100,000 in prize money, and launching a whole new wave of excitement in Aussie music.

In thi...