The Broadcasters Podcast

The Broadcasters Podcast

Are you tired of a media landscape dominated by corporate narratives and shifting cultural tides? Join @KingOfPodcasts on The Broadcasters Podcast, your essential guide through the complex world of entertainment and media. With decades of frontline media experience, our host acts as your seasoned watchdog, dissecting how digital disruption is radically reshaping movies, TV, music, and radio. We don't just report the changes; we critically examine the corporate influences, the nuances of PC culture, and the myriad social and cultural forces that either champion or choke creativity, both in front of the camera and behind the scenes. If you want to understand what's really happening to the content you consume, from your cable box to your streaming feeds, and how it impacts what you see, hear, and believe, this is the podcast for you. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-broadcasters-podcast--3684131/support.

Episodes

October 3, 2025 31 mins
The rise of AI-generated "actress" Tilly Norwood has ignited fierce backlash from SAG-AFTRA and top talent agencies, spotlighting the growing rift between human artistry and machine-made mimicry. Created as a hyper-realistic digital performer, Norwood—complete with a British accent and brunette charm—has been touted by her makers as a groundbreaking tool for storytelling, but critics slam her as a soulless thief of real actors' lab...
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At the content crossroads, media is vibing with a test-and-tune mindset, blending cutting-edge tech and trends to nail the perfect mix of short and long-form content. Podcasters are jumping on the short-form wave, hiring “clippers” to churn out TikTok and Instagram Reels that pop off with millions of views to hook new fans

But there’s a catch: these bite-sized bangers risk stealing the spotlight from full episodes, as casual scrolle...
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Anime has ascended to become a dominant force at the box office while late night TV might be facing its last days.

The state of late-night television, particularly for hosts like Jimmy Kimmel, Stephen Colbert, and Jimmy Fallon, is precarious, largely due to a challenging financial and corporate climate. 

Kimmel's show was put on hold by Disney, raising questions about his future at the network. This move, while potentially related to...
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In a media landscape increasingly dominated by opinion and partisan commentary, the integrity of journalism is in a state of profound crisis. 

The traditional role of the media as a neutral watchdog has been compromised, as news outlets and journalists have become complicit participants in a culture war, actively engaging in smear campaigns and prioritizing agenda-driven narratives over objective reporting. 

This shift has led to a f...
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Today's hyper-individualized digital consumption, where music is a personalized playlist and social media dictates trends, the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) in 2025 stands as a unique, and increasingly vital, cultural event.
 While the show has seen its share of ups and downs in relevance, particularly throughout the streaming era, it has evolved into a crucial platform attempting to bridge the fractionalized landscape of modern mus...
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The animated action musical "KPop Demon Hunters" has become a global phenomenon, breaking Netflix viewership records with 236 million views in two months, outpacing films like "Red Notice." Its steady viewership, with only a 2% weekly drop, mirrors the staying power of family-friendly content, bolstered by a No. 1 box office run, sing-along screenings, and a sequel announcement. 

The soundtrack has made history, placing four songs—"...
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Lou Pate, a seasoned radio broadcaster, discussed the challenges facing modern radio, including a lack of experimentation and the industry's slow adoption of new technologies like podcasting. He  highlighted issues of self-censorship in media and criticized the increasing advertising of gambling in sports media. 

We first started with a brief debate. Recent advertising campaigns for jeans have sparked controversy, with American Eagl...
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Music Industry Raises the Rent: ASCAP and BMI Hike Radio Royalties. Meanwhile SoundExchange Hits a Wall with SiriusXM

The music industry, acting as a landlord for songwriters, has successfully raised the "rent" on terrestrial radio through new deals with ASCAP and BMI, finalized with the Radio Music License Committee (RMLC) for nearly 10,000 stations. BMI’s agreement jacks up royalty rates to 2.14% of gross revenue for 2022-2023 and...
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The music and media worlds are buzzing with seismic developments as Taylor Swift gears up for the release of her 12th studio album, *The Life of a Showgirl*, on October 3, 2025, while Howard Stern’s impending departure from SiriusXM after a 20-year run ignites controversy and speculation. 
Swift’s album, announced with characteristic flair on her boyfriend Travis Kelce’s *New Heights* podcast, is set to inject a surge of adrenaline ...
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Howard Stern, the self-proclaimed "King of All Media," faces an uncertain future at SiriusXM as his five-year, $500 million contract nears its end in December 2025, marking a potential close to his 20-year tenure with the satellite radio giant. Reports indicate that SiriusXM is unlikely to renew Stern’s contract at his reported $100 million annual salary, not due to his polarizing political stances, but as a strategic business deci...
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KOP welcomes Michael Harrison, the Founder of TALKERS Magazine, discussing his influential roles at TALKERS magazine and "Radio & Records," his pioneering work in progressive rock and "Album Oriented Rock" (AOR), and his transition from on-air talent to trade publishing.
We tackle the critical challenges facing the radio industry today, and the profound shifts in talent recruitment, noting the decline of the traditional farm sys...
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In a watershed moment for the entertainment industry, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has officially approved the $8 billion merger between Paramount Global and David Ellison’s Skydance Media. This merger marks the end of a century-old studio as a standalone entity and ushers in a new era of corporate consolidation, political realignment, and shifting content strategies within Hollywood.

The deal comes with unprecedented...
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In 2025, "recession pop"—a distinctive genre characterized by its euphoric, high-energy, and escapist qualities—is experiencing a significant revival, echoing its widespread popularity during the Great Recession of 2008-2012. 
This resurgence is not merely a nostalgic whim but a multifaceted phenomenon driven by evolving consumer behaviors, economic anxieties, and the cyclical nature of popular music, as articulated by radio consult...
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James Gunn’s much-anticipated Superman reboot—simply titled Superman—was meant to usher in a bold new era for the DC Extended Universe (DCEU), but instead, it finds itself mired in ideological backlash, political controversy, and a fractured audience response that could derail the studio’s grand cinematic relaunch.
Starring David Corenswet as a younger, idealistic Man of Steel and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Gunn’s Superman empha...
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Speaking with host Lou Pate on 1210 WPHT, KOP shares his opinions on movies released so far in 2025. After KOP watched 62 movies last year and almost 30 this year , he highly recommends "F1," especially for the theater experience, praising its immersive racing scenes and Brad Pitt's performance and "Ballerina" from the John Wick universe.

Conversely, the guest identifies "The Weekend" as arguably the worst movie of the year, critici...
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Thinking about radio? "Sound Advice: A Guide to Navigating Careers in the Modern and Future Radio Digital Media Landscape" touts the industry's digital expansion and the demand for adaptable, multi-skilled pros in AI, data, and podcasts. 

That's a start, but for aspiring talent, this sanitized view leaves you unprepared for reality. While the book correctly points out the necessity of becoming "multiskilled", it barely scratches the...
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In a landmark celebration, Apple is marking the 20th anniversary of adding podcasts to iTunes, a pivotal moment that legitimized and propelled the once-niche medium into a global phenomenon. 

To commemorate this milestone, the company has launched a dedicated webpage titled "20 Years, 20 Podcasts We Love," highlighting influential shows that have shaped the industry over the past two decades. This anniversary serves as a reminder of...
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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is moving quickly to "refresh the record" on the national TV ownership cap, which currently limits a single company to reaching 39% of U.S. TV households. 

This initiative, spearheaded by Chairman Brendan Carr shortly after Commissioner Olivia Trusty's confirmation, signals a strong deregulatory push aiming to modernize "outdated rules" and enable broadcasters to better compete with Big Te...
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The Broadcasters Podcast welcomes Joe Pardavila, Director of Podcasts for Advantage Media | Forbes Books And Host of the Good Listen Podcast

Joe is a seasoned media professional, discusses his radio career, from interning at WPLJ to becoming a producer for Scott Shannon and Todd Pettengill, highlighting the vital role of a producer and the unique skills required for radio. 

Joe discussed how the shift from diary-based ratings to PPM ...
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In a notable shift from the "all-in-on-streaming" mantra of recent years, corporate media giants are recalibrating their strategies, moving away from a singular focus on streaming to embrace a more hybrid model that re-emphasizes the value of linear television and theatrical releases.
This strategic adjustment is not a full-scale retreat from streaming but a recognition that a diversified approach, leveraging the strengths of both n...
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