Best Jordi Wild Podcasts (2024)

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Forget glitz & glamour, we're exposing The Logies dirt the networks want buried 45:22

2d ago45:22

45:22

Strap yourselves in for 45 minutes of a mix of old & new Logies stories from Australian Televisions night of nights! In this special Logies bumper episode we cover: - The soap opera rivalry between "Home & Away" & "Neighbours", because nothing says high stakes like fictional beach towns and suburban drama. - Alex's awkward red carpet interview with…

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TV's cultural reckoning is here & it's a good time to be alive (& have a microphone) 50:35

9d ago50:35

50:35

In our biggest (literally, our longest) episode yet, we dive headfirst into the Breaker that stole the Olympics, Raygun. From the murky qualification process to the absurd dance moves, it all just feels a little off for us. But somehow the Australian Olympic Committee is trying to convince us that WE are the arseholes. Speaking of arseholes, Alex h…

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A mortifying email from Sam Armytage & the legalities of the Cash Cow: Alex spills about her time on Sunrise 34:08

13d ago34:08

34:08

LI We're BACK BABY! After a short production break, we're out of Jordy's study & IN STUDIO! Alex gives us the rundown from her first audition, which of course Jordy insisted on chaperoning her to/from & documenting for content. Will Alex become the face of a national brand? Will she create a Starnow profile? Only time will tell... In Aussie media n…

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The phallic fan gift that left Phil Burton speechless & inside the group chat of Human Nature 43:28

1M ago43:28

43:28

Jordy lost 1 hour & 54 minutes of her life watching "A Family Affair," and is spoiling the entire plot in an unhinged rage so you don't have to. Alex also recommends a brilliant Aussie 'dramady' that's second season is near perfect, much like the first. Phil Burton (1/4 of iconic boyband Human Nature) is our FIRST EVER GUEST and is it obvious that …

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Not willing to sacrifice your soul for minimum wage? There's plenty of people waiting to take your place 27:32

1M ago27:32

27:32

Trust these uncultured milennials to attend the opening night of a critically aclaimed theatre production, only to focus on the celeb spotting and an egg sandwich. Shifting gears, we dive into the gritty realities of unpaid work in the entertainment world, focusing on the physical and emotional hardships faced by the women in the new Netflix docu-s…

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Exposing holy cheaters & the psychology of dating your co-star(s) 29:28

2M ago29:28

29:28

We kick off this episode by dissecting the absurdity and moral complexities of the Ashley Madison documentary on Netflix. From the outrageous hypocrisy of born-again preachers to the uncomfortable ethical questions about the hackers who turned lives upside down. Alex has been listening to "The Vial Files". A podcast hosted by former Bachelor star N…

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Check me before you misrepresent me: setting the record straight 25:27

2M ago25:27

25:27

After being hilariously misrepresented by a certain media outlet & labelled a "disgruntled former Neighbours star", Jordy sets the record straight. Alex reads out comments from Jordy's trolls, which leads us to the weird nature of parasocial relationships. Jordy thinks we're all on the same page until Alex reveals herself as a superfan that has no …

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Our hot tips for Chrishell Stause as she heads to Ramsay St 37:10

3M ago37:10

37:10

Jordy has stumbled across WikiFeet, where she found a feed dedicated to her very own hoofs. Meanwhile, Alex is already monetising hers, which leads us to the brilliant idea of starting a fan-funded Patreon for all our beauty treatments. (Not sure if we're joking or serious on this one, stay tuned) We also received some victim impact statements rega…

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Kissing older co-stars, crying in airports & the brutal reality of trying to make it in Hollywood 33:02

3M ago33:02

33:02

Buckle up for an unfiltered chat with Jordy as we dive into her life on and after Neighbours. Hear about the moment from Neighbours that put her feet front and center, leading to some unforgettable fan reactions and how her Mum booked a TV gig before her, WITHOUT EVEN TRYING. We take a look at the emotional rollercoaster that comes with a career in…

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This isn't the feminism Olympics! How the media is distracting us from the bigger issue at play... 28:29

3M ago28:29

28:29

Alex got all fancy for her birthday, heading to GOLD CLASS to watch Zendaya's flick, "Challengers", only to find it missing that secret spice. Jordy watched Fiona Harvey (aka 'Martha' from "Baby Reindeer") on Piers Morgan and was left questioning whether interviewing a clearly unwell woman was ethical. This then leads us to exploring exactly WHO de…

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Fans behaving badly: stalkers, crazed manifestos & a pair of tight leather pants. 28:55

3M ago28:55

28:55

Diva tantrums & on set meltdowns are nothing new in the world of showbiz. It's an industry fraught with scandal, secrets & bad behaviour. However some of the most outrageous antics come from not the celebrities or studio bigwigs, but the fans... From cyberstalking to fan wars, a love of entertainment can bring out the worst in a person. And just li…

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The show must go on...TW: death & mental health 21:16

4M ago21:16

21:16

The bright lights of showbiz might blind you to the real-life drama that unfolds behind them. But no matter what happens, the show must go on... No really, it doesn't matter what happens, the show WILL go on. Alex reflects on Jock Zonfrillo's passing & why working at MasterChef at the time of his death ultimately lead her to step away from the indu…

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Alex recalls the Lehrmann aftermath at The Project & her experience with the REAL Lisa Wilkinson 26:59

4M ago26:59

26:59

Did you know our very own Alexandria Funnell was the social media producer at The Project when Lisa Wilkinson broke the Bruce Lehrmann story? We've been DYING to discuss this, but kind of wanted to avoid a defamation case 1 week into our podcast, ya know? Well, last week the gavel came down on Bruce Lehrmann, and the floodgates opened for us to spe…

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The awkward encounter with Lizzo that left producer Alex feeling...sweaty 26:34

4M ago26:34

26:34

When has technology failed you at work? Because we think Alex's story of a finicky camera & a disgruntled Lizzo takes the cake. We then talk about why cancel culture is so 2017 & how easily celebrities can lose their humility. But it's not all dramatic divas in the world of showbiz, we've met some gems too. You'll have to listen to find out which A…

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Give us drama but don't ruin The Logies! MAFS recap pt. 1 20:39

5M ago20:39

20:39

MAFS is over and Jordy is heartbroken. Join us for a debrief of the finale what was yet another brilliant season of Married at First Sight. Expect candid anecdotes, speculation on the future of reality stars' careers, and a debate over whether what you see is what you really get when it comes to televised romance. This episode isn't just about the …

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Suck it up, or GET OUT! The untold truth of reality TV. MAFS recap pt.2 20:43

4M ago20:43

20:43

MAFS is over & Jordy is heartbroken. We recap what was another brilliant season before Alex sheds light on the world of reality TV post-production. A world where the pressure is relentless, and the job's as stable as a house of cards. We explore the unglamorous side of the industry, revealing what it takes to be a 'firefighter' amidst the chaos of …

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Lights, Camera, Chaos: Why #MeToo only scratched the surface of unsavoury practices in film land 15:49

4M ago15:49

15:49

Buckle up baby! Jordy Lucas, once an actress and now the editor of 'It's All Her', teams up with Alexandria Funnell, former producer of some of Australia's most iconic TV shows, to unveil the wild side of the entertainment industry. We're not just reminiscing—we're revealing. From the 'mass culling' at Ramsay Street, to the controversial world of r…

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That's Showbiz Baby! Trailer 0:47

5M ago0:47

0:47

Former Neighbours star & founder of It’s All Her, Jordy Lucas, will co-host with TV producer and writer, Alexandria Funnell. That’s Showbiz, Baby! offers a unique look at the unpredictable waters of the Australian TV industry, providing a fresh perspective that is equal parts hilarious and eye-opening. Whether you're a die-hard fan of Neighbours or…

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From our sister show: Creative Innovators, featuring Mike Butera, Artiphon 52:47

9M ago52:47

52:47

Mike Butera has gone on some intriguing journeys, connecting music performance passions, philosophy and sound studies, and tech in creating new musical instruments for regular people to get into music. He shares his path to launching Artiphon after years in academic circles, ways he learned how to market new devices and thrive with Kickstarter, and…

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From our sister show: Creative Innovators, featuring Jason Kramer, KCRW and more 59:18

9M ago59:18

59:18

Jason Kramer shares his journey to being an EMT during the AIDS Epidemic, LA Riots, and Northridge Earthquake to Fox Sports to KLOS and KCRW. He talks about the magic of Sunday nights, how he created and drove his own luck through persistent work, asking for opportunities, and taking on new challenges. He shares a bit of his experience being presen…

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Knocking Down Boundaries . . . with Jordy Freed 49:12

1+ y ago49:12

49:12

Jordy Freed from Sony Corporation of America shared his journey from jazz saxophone and building websites to public relations and marketing. Twists and turns took him to radio, Blue Note, Grey Advertising, and finally to Sony. He shares the stories of his twists and turns and the challenges of managing and growing diverse brands. Jordy talks about …

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I fell in love with IP . . . with Mike Huppe, SoundExchange 37:12

1+ y ago37:12

37:12

Michael Huppe, CEO of SoundExchange, fell in love with IP and came into music through law. He had played keyboard and trombone as a young person and ended up at the Recording Industry Association of America, which led him to SoundExchange. He shares how SoundExchange is also a tech company, needing to help and represent its members with opportuniti…

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Ask a Creative Lawyer . . . .with Dave Ratner 43:13

1+ y ago43:13

43:13

Dave Ratner moved from skiing to managing bands into law, and now works with creative companies out of Boulder, CO to understand how to maneuver so many different new opportunities in music. He talks of innovation in his own life as to how to add capabilities, learn by doing, and then add that in with great creatives. He shares wisdom in how to eva…

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Be An Artist . . . .with Kevin Breuner 43:49

1+ y ago43:49

43:49

Many of our guests move on a nonlinear line between jobs and ideas. Kevin in one of our few guests who has been with a single company -- CD Baby -- for a long period of time. He shares his journey with both CD Baby and as an artist with Small Town Poets. We talk about challenges exploring new technologies that don't yet have revenue models, educati…

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If I Hadn’t Been a Translator on a Wild Boar Farm . . . with Jessica Powell 48:34

1+ y ago48:34

48:34

Jessica's journey -- what a ride! Music change agent Jessica Powell shares her Roads Taken, ranging from following a now-ex boyfriend across countries to using her languages at CISAC and on a wild boar farm (!!) -- to Google London, Google Asia, and to her current AI and Stems startup, AudioShake. And even that founding with her co-founder Luke Min…

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Bonus: Postcard Moments . . . with Gigi Johnson 5:13

1+ y ago5:13

5:13

We are in post-production on new episodes, so our host, Gigi Johnson, shared a story about "Postcards" and Postcard Moments that has come up in prior episodes and in many recent conversations. She shares how a single postcard created a pivot that changed her direction when a TA offered the suggestion that she apply for USC Film School after a singl…

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Simplifying Complexity for Indie Labels . . .with Bruno Guez 35:14

2y ago35:14

35:14

Bruno shares his saga from playing the drums and enjoying international music, mixing songs and culture from Tunisia, France, and LA. Those facets led to studying at UCLA Ethnomusicology, becoming a DJ at KCRW, and building a record label in his living room. He shared work in place-based music and compilation records, in building the sonic architec…

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Educated Luck and Building Digital Bridges . . . with Dick Huey [Creative Innovators] 1:02:50

2y ago1:02:50

1:02:50

[Enjoy our podcast this week that we share with our sister Maremel Network podcast, Creative Innovators.] Dick Huey claims that his career jumps have been "educated luck." "Because they they are luck. And I'm, I'm I don't ever pretend that I have more information than everybody else does. But I think I'm good at identifying opportunity. So for me, …

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Building Blockchain and Music Tools . . . with Morgan Hayduk from Beatdapp 45:10

2y ago45:10

45:10

Morgan Hayduk initially aimed for basketball and law -- and thank goodness kept going into building new tools and working with large organizations to fight fraud and manipulation in streaming music. He shares with us his adventures in building his personal Toolkit of marketing, scaling, and selling -- plus working with his blockchain wizard co-foun…

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Innovation is Messy...with Jack Conte 53:41

4y ago53:41

53:41

Enjoy this final episode where Jack Conte blends the worlds of music creation (Pomplamoose and Scary Pockets) and solving creators’ problems with systems (crowdfunding and community with Patreon). He shares how he balances (or doesn’t balance at times) creating music with running a large tech business. He also shares what he has learned, how his co…

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Everything Old is New Again...with Ted Cohen 53:39

4y ago53:39

53:39

This week on the Innovating Music Podcast, we are joined by Ted Cohen, who shared tales of doing things for the right reasons and seeing decades ago the dimensions of our current music streaming playlists and challenges. He talks about genuineness of artists vs. overproduction in livestreaming and concerts, pricing the risks of new markets, scarcit…

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Livestreaming and Live Connecting with Dmitri Vietze 36:28

4y ago36:28

36:28

A year ago, Dmitri Vietze launched a new thought leadership conference on music technology in Los Angeles, and had to move it with one day's notice. This year, he has moved his whole thought leadership with Music Tectonics online with virtual conferences and community gatherings. He shares his thoughts on crisis-driven shifts to music livestreaming…

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Connecting the Music World: Portia Sabin, Music Business Association 43:08

4y ago43:08

43:08

This week on the Innovating Music Podcast, we talk with Music Business Association President, Portia Sabin about the ways in which the music business is connected as a community. We discuss her journey through the music industry from performing as an artist to running a record label. We also look at other aspects of the music business and how they …

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Reconnecting to Virtual Audiences: Jay Gilbert, Label Logic 45:32

4y ago45:32

45:32

Innovation often answers the call to action made by changing environments. In this week’s podcast, we talk with Jay Gilbert, photographer and co-founder of Label Logic, about the new challenges artists in the music industry face in light of social-distancing and what their “new normal” will be as the world regains its rhythm. We look at new models …

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Blockchain as Buffet: Stefan Schulz, Bitfury Surround 26:55

4y ago26:55

26:55

In this week’s podcast, Stefan Schulz, CEO and co-founder of Bitfury Surround, joins us to discuss the potential of blockchain technology for connecting not just content, but data and new value chains for content. Coming from a rich background at the intersection of music, business and evolving technology, Stefan explains why now is the time to dec…

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Learning to Compose Virtually . . . with Akira Nakano, LA Inception Orchestra 31:54

4+ y ago31:54

31:54

Technology transforms the way in which we view opportunities and often creates new ones. This week on the Innovating Music Podcast, we rethink learning and education in music with UCLA alumnus Akira Nakano, the President and Artistic Director of the Los Angeles Inception Orchestra. We look through the lens of applying virtual reality technology pai…

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Bridging Fans to Live Streams 37:50

4+ y ago37:50

37:50

Adaptation is key when it comes to technology and innovation. In this week’s podcast, we discuss how technology evolves to fit the ever-changing dynamic between artists and their fan-bases with Fabrice Sergent, the co-founder and CEO of Bandsintown. We look at new ways in which Bandsintown supports its artists with new features such as WatchLive an…

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Evolution of the Creative Workflow 44:00

4+ y ago44:00

44:00

Circumstances can spark innovation when changing work environments require new solutions. This week on the Innovating Music Podcast, we talk with Michael Gitig of G-Technology about the transformation of digital workflows and how his operation has transformed to connect "create from home" film, TV, and music creators. During the state orders to wor…

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Public Policy and Music: Innovation Bringing Cities Together . . .with Shain Shapiro, Sound Diplomacy 29:21

4+ y ago29:21

29:21

This week on the Innovating Music Podcast, we discuss innovation in public policy with Shain Shapiro. He is the founder and CEO of Sound Diplomacy, an organization that works together with a wide range of clientele from city councils to property developers and more, in order to help music in cities thrive. We discuss music communities in cities as …

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AI Changing the Way We Edit 23:38

4+ y ago23:38

23:38

Sometimes you have the right guest at the right time. Andrew Mason is founder and CEO of Descript, an AI-driven transcription software that promises to make audio editing as simple as using a word processor. In this week's Innovating Music podcast, we discuss the role of Descript in the current work-from-home experiment, as well as the features the…

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Public Health Outreach for Mass Gatherings 50:44

4+ y ago50:44

50:44

In this special episode, we share the WebCall last week to hear what was happening on the ground in Seattle, WA and King County, WA, in the face of the COVID-19 closure of music venues and live experiences. Kate Becker talks about how King County is responding to the virus, what they are telling their music venues, businesses, artists and community…

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Twitch Streaming for Musicians 34:27

4+ y ago34:27

34:27

Karen Allen helps decode and make simpler streaming music for artists on Twitch. Twitch is a live streaming service, bought by Amazon in 2014, and has 2.2 million daily broadcasters and 15 million daily average viewers. It is mostly gamers, but also has creative and music channels for its highly creative audience. Karen shares her own explorations …

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Scratch Mixes to Pirate Radio to Software Instruments 36:58

4+ y ago36:58

36:58

Matt Black has been intrigued by computers since reading "The Shockwave Rider" from a bookmobile in his small English village of his youth. Since then, he has created scratch mixes from a set of decks across London warehouse parties in the late 1980s, pirate radio, become the band Coldcut, created major hits, launched the label Ninja Tune, and deve…

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City Shapes, Streets, Layers, and Ecosystems 53:24

4+ y ago53:24

53:24

Kwende Kefentse, both DJ Memetic and Music Lead for the City of Ottawa, and our host dig into the urban terrain, urban fabric, and politics of the city and music. He speaks deeply about urban terrain, urban fabric, and music, with the lens of "urban morphology" from his architecture studies in London and work with the city. He talks about topics as…

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Bonus: Updates on Move to Wed. and Live Events 2:14

4+ y ago2:14

2:14

By Gigi Johnson

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Making a Music City Home: Ft. Collins, CO 43:21

4+ y ago43:21

43:21

Jesse Elliott helped create The Music District to support and work with music ecosystems in Ft. Collins, CO. He shares his earlier work with Richard Florida, his journey as a musician and a creative community organizer. Jesse shares the challenges and unique pilots that have worked locally, and his work with other communities globally. Guest: Jesse…

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From a Sketch to an App to Change How We Sing 39:25

4+ y ago39:25

39:25

Andrew Goren at 20 has built Harmony Helper, a newly launched app, from his own experiences and observations in the live stage rehearsal and audition environment. He has built his undergraduate program around this work, and brought together a team of professionals to see it launched. Andrew shares some of that journey as well as his experiences in …

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Recording, Live, Virtual, and Augmenting Experiences 41:49

4+ y ago41:49

41:49

Roman Rappak is forging ahead on two parallel tracks -- creating recorded music for traditional channels and creating new systems to create mixed reality experience with the same music in live environments. Enjoy this episode where he talks about what drives him on these parallel and interwoven journeys with his new band, Miro Shot, and how they ar…

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Enjoying the Path: Violin to Bass to One-Stop Shop CEO 37:57

4+ y ago37:57

37:57

Kristen Agee has made her way from classical violin in Oklahoma to touring and studio bass to . . . CEO of a production music, publishing, and custom music company. She has built a one-stop shop and has learned a lot along the way. She shares the power of Asking, including her story about asking for bass guitar lessons from Darryl Jones. She launch…

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Create and Collaborate in the Palm of Your Hand 47:19

4+ y ago47:19

47:19

Omid Rahmat came into the music business from the tech and app world in order to solve music creation workflow problems with Joyner Lucas and Dhruv Joshi -- and now solves them for more than 350,000 creators through the Tully App. He talks in this podcast episode about ways to limit tech and financial overhead costs for entrepreneurial song creator…

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