In this week's Kids Media Club Podcast, Jo, Andy, and Emily are joined by guest Scott Mendelson, Box office columnist at Puck News, to talk about the state of family movies. They discuss whether the success of Inside Out 2 heralds the return of the Family movie blockbuster, try and pin down what Disney and Pixar got wrong with Buzz Lightyear the mo…

In this week's episode, Emily and Andy chat with Brandon Katz, Senior Entertainment Industry Strategist, about the upcoming entry of several major entertainment properties into the Public Domain. What impact will it have on the major studios when their most cherished brands are available for anyone to put their spin on? Will this potential creative…

In this episode of The Kids Media Club Podcast, Jo, Emily, and Andy have the pleasure of chatting with Laura Taylor Williams, head of Digital Partnerships and Monetization at Aardman Animation. They discuss the evolving market for FAST channels (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV), the differences between the commercial opportunities for them in North …

In this episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, Andy, Jo, and Emily have a chin-wag about the latest kids media news. They discuss the bonanza box office of Inside Out 2 (does this break the Disney Pixar curse?), share their impressions of the new public domain Winnie the Pooh, and talk about the latest Roblox news.…

In this week's episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, hosts Jo, Emily, and Andy talk to Becky Evans, from Generation Media, who leads placement of content in cinema as a marketing strategy. They discuss how family cinema going has changed since the pandemic, the rise of more niche and diverse programming from gaming to Bollywood, and even whether …

In this special bonus episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, co-host Andy Williams turns roving reporter at the Annecy Animation Festival (it's a tough gig). He asks some of the people attending the festival what they're watching, who they're meeting, and what makes the festival unique and such a calendar fixture for industry veterans and animatio…

In this bite-size episode of the Kids Media Club podcast, we hit re-re-rewind and listen back to chats with guests who know a thing or two about creating big, big, BIG brands. Jo and Emily select a few key takeaways and insights on brand-building from guests like Laura Clunie, Nina Hahn, and Dennis Crushell.…

In this Kids Media Club Podcast episode, Andy and Jo chatted with Laura Clunie from Spin Master. They talked about developing and producing mega-hits like Paw Patrol, how Spin Master's experience as a toy company informs their series development approach and the importance of taking a multi-platform approach today.…

Welcome to the latest episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast. In this episode, we will be taking a deep dive into the world of data and media strategy. We'll be rewinding the clock and revisiting discussions with Brandon Katz, Andrew Rosen, and the Entertainment Strategy Guy. And as a special bonus, co-host Emily gives us an audio summary of her la…

On this episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, hosts Emily and Andy are joined by the brilliant Claire Tavernier, co-host of the Media Beat Podcast, to discuss YouTube and the state of streaming. They cover the olden days of Youtube, the under-the-radar rise of Youtube Premium, and the pain of Geo-blocking. Plus, we find out if Claire agrees with …

In this break from our normal programming, we revisit some recent podcast discussions with guests Simon Pulman and Sam Clough to garner key insights and takeaways on the Comfort TV trend and teen media habits in general. Think of it as a brain-snack.By Jo Redfern, Andrew Williams, & Emily Horgan

This episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast sees the return of a friend of the show, entertainment lawyer Simon Pulman. In what they like to describe as a relaxed, free-form, and discursive chat, Jo, Emily, Andrew, and Simon shoot the breeze about topics like fast channels, the popularity of old shows for young audiences, and the tiktokification of…

In this episode of the Kids Media Club podcast, Emily, Jo, and Andy talk teen audiences with Sam Clough, Global Head of Insights at Super Awesome. They discuss common misconceptions about teens, the brands succeeding at engaging with them, and the ones failing to impress. It's everything you wanted to know about teen media but were afraid to ask!…

In this episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, hosts Emil and Andy sit down with Keith Chapman, the creator of children's TV franchises like Bob the Builder and Paw Patrol. Together, they discuss the process of finding the big idea that can lead to the creation of a successful children's franchise that resonates with audiences worldwide. Chapman s…

In this episode of The Kids Media Club Podcast, hosts Jo, Emily, and Andrew are joined by Sophie Peachey, assistant editor at the News Movement, a ground-breaking news company that exists entirely on social media with a mission to take news to where young people are. Together, they discuss the challenges of reaching young audiences with news, navig…

In this episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, we're joined by Stephen Dypiangco to discuss the popular gaming platform, Roblox. As an expert on Roblox, Stephen shares his insights on how brands can navigate and make the best use of this rapidly growing platform, as well as the similarities and differences to Youtube. From understanding the game m…

In this episode of the Kids Media Podcast, we take a trip down memory lane and revisit some of our Roblox themed discussions. We rewind the tape to listen back to our chats with Ricardo Briceno of Game Fam, who shares his insights on the popular gaming platform, and Entertainment Lawyer Simon Pullman, who talks about the IP value of gaming franchis…

In this episode of the Kids Media Club, it's back to the round-table format as Jo, Emily, and Andy catch up on the latest happenings in the world of kids' media. They kick things off by getting Jo's impressions on the recent Game Developers Conference (GDC) in San Francisco, highlighting what caught her attention there and how it compared to the Ki…

In this episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, hosts Andy, Jo, and Emily are joined by Julian Bashford, Executive Producer and Show Creator, and Chris Bowden, Producer at Mackinnon & Saunders, to discuss neurodiversity in kids' media. Julian and Chris worked on the wonderful Sky Kids series "BooSnoo!", which was designed for an audience that inclu…

In this episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, we headed to the British Animation Awards and sat down with Rob Doherty, Media Executive, Consultant, and Founder of Festivus, to get his thoughts on the state of animation and how he sees things developing in the future.By Jo Redfern, Andrew Williams, & Emily Horgan

Join Jo, Emily, and Andy as they dive into the latest news in the world of kids media. In this roundup, we'll discuss the recent Children's Summit in London, Netflix's decision to put the animated movie Nimona on Youtube in the run-up to the Oscars, and the Kung Fu Panda game that's blowing up on Roblox. Sign up in support of the children's media f…

On the latest episode of the Kids Media Club podcast, the host summarizes key takeaways from previous guests on the topic of YouTube. The discussion focused on how kids creators and producers can get the best out of this platform, which is the biggest video platform on the planet. This highlights episode includes insights from some of the previous …

In this episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, hosts Emily and Andy interview Denis Crushell, the CCO of Precise Media. They discuss the misconception of simply "putting stuff" on YouTube, the reasons why YouTube remains THE popular platform for preschoolers, and how to connect with children aged six and above. As a seasoned executive with extensi…

In this episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, your hosts are on-site at the Kidscreen Conference in San Diego, California. Joined by industry professionals from around the world, they ask attendees for their key takeaways from the conference, their perspectives on the current state of the market, and their hopes for the future of the kids' media …

In this episode of The Kids Media Club Podcast, hosts Andy, Emily, and Jo choose their key takeaways from the previous episodes covering topics such as Sports Fandom, Franchise Vs Originals, and FAST channels. The episode highlights key points and insights shared by guests and is a great way to catch up on what you may have missed or simply refresh…

In this latest episode of the Kids Media Club podcast, hosts Andy and Emily dive into the world of FAST channels (Free Advertiser-Supported Streaming TV) with media expert and consultant Marion Ranchet. They discuss the rise of FAST channels, the benefits of this new streaming option, and the impact it has on traditional TV. Ranchet also shares her…

Welcome to the Kids Media Club Podcast! In this episode, your hosts Andrew, Emily, and Jo sit down for a fascinating chat with Nina Hahn, a highly experienced Kids Media executive, consultant and former head of Viacom International Studio Kids. The topic of the day is Franchises Versus Originals in kids media, and Nina brings her wealth of knowledg…

Join hosts Jo, Andy, and Emily as they take you through some of their favourite conversations from the Kids Media Club podcast in 2023. In this Kids Media 2023 Wrapped Episode, the hosts select their favourite stand-out clips from the year featuring a diverse range of guests and thought-provoking topics. From Ryan Bradley's insights on the streamin…

In this episode of The Kids Media Club Podcast, hosts Jo and Andy dive into the world of sports fandom. They are joined by two special guests, Tom Bowers, the founder of Hypothesis Media, and Maurice Wheeler, the CEO of We Are Family. Together, they explore the latest trends in Sports fandom. From the increased use of interactivity to the impact of…

In this festive episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, your hosts Jo Redfern, Emily Horgan, and Andy Williams take a look back at the past year of big changes in kids media. They catch up on the latest movie releases, share their views on Adam Sandler's new Netflix animated movie, Leo, and share their predictions for trends in the year to come. Bu…

In this episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, hosts Andy and Emily sit down with Mikkel Lee, Story and Innovation Lead at Lego, to explore the fascinating world of Lego story development. Mikkel shares insights on how Lego use play patterns and play types to direct story development across all their products, from in-store displays to augmented r…

In this latest episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast, our hosts Jo, Andy, and Emily chat to Ricardo Briceno, the chief business Officer at Gamefam. They discuss how kids brands can leverage the enormous potential of Roblox. They compare and contrast the platform with YouTube, and explore whether the rise of video on Roblox might mean that brands w…

Join us for a great chat with Mikael Shields, CEO of Acamar Films and the producer of the loved preschool animated series BING. In this episode, Mikael shares his decade-long journey of building a successful kids' brand. Learn how Mikael and the team used ideas around cognitive development to create a show that not only entertains but also helps yo…

Join Andy, Emily, and Jo in this episode of the Kids Media Club Podcast as they welcome special guest, media and finance analyst, Ian Whittaker. Together, they dive into the news about the resolution of the recent strikes and what it could mean for the entertainment industry, those rumours about Apple buying Disney, if that wasn't enough there's so…

In this episode, we sit down with the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a super experienced and insightful media analyst, and ask him to turn his lens on the current state of kids' media. We wrangle and wrestle the data to look at the best strategies for creating a new hit kids' franchise in our multi-platform world. This episode has a plethora of insigh…

Join us as we sit down with Alix Wiseman, Senior Vice President of Distribution and Acquisitions at 9 Story Media, to discuss the ins and outs of development, acquisition, and distribution and grapple with some seismic changes impacting Kids Media. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Alix has been at the forefront of kids' media, work…

Join us for an exclusive interview with Dreamworks' Senior VP of TV and Brand Marketing, Ryan Bradley. Get an inside look at the making of Netflix's newest hit show, Gabby's Dollhouse, and learn valuable insights into building a successful preschool brand and launching a new series.By Jo Redfern, Andrew Williams, & Emily Horgan

What's the secret Sauce to Bluey's success? Tune in to our latest podcast to find out. In this week's episode, we sit down with Simon Clarke, to dive into the latest changes to BBC Studios, advertising trends, and new partnership opportunities. Simon gives an insider's view on shifts in the industry and how BBC Studios is adapting and evolving its …

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What does it take to create a wildly successful kids YouTube show? Andy, Jo, and Emily invited Christian Hughes, creator of GECKO'S GARAGE, onto the podcast to ask him. They chatted about Christian's YouTube journey, uncovered the strategies, challenges, and breakthroughs that shaped the creation of GECKO'S GARAGE and culminated in the Moonbug acqu…

In this episode Andy, Jo, and Emily chat with Kasey Moore from What's On Netflix to discuss the streamer's changing programme strategy, how the ad tier is doing, and lots of other good stuff.By Jo Redfern, Andrew Williams, & Emily Horgan

Hear Emily Horgan, Independent Kids Media Consultant, discuss what she is seeing work for brands looking to build new IP, her view on gaming and how streaming platforms are approaching it and if family movies do better when released on streaming platforms, theatres or bothBy SuperAwesome

In this episode, Andy, Jo, and Emily chat to special guest Ronan McCabe, CEO of Irish Animation, about the Irish Animation awards, tax-credits, the impact of Brexit, and why the future of animation in Ireland is looking bright.By Jo Redfern, Andrew Williams, & Emily Horgan

In this episode Andy, Jo, and Emily chat to our special guest, entertainment lawyer, Simon Pulman about dealmaking, franchises, IP and something called 'Average Engaged Time per user'.By Jo Redfern & Andrew Williams

In this episode of Kids Media Club Podcast, Andy, Jo, and Emily chat with special guest, Estelle Lloyd, the co-Founder & COO of Da Vinci Kids & Azoomee. They discuss the challenges of curating a content service for kids, keeping up with changing trends in children's media and tech, and why 'broccoli in chocolate' is the perfect analogy for balancin…

In this episode of Kids Media Club Podcast, Andy and Emily chat with special guest, Andy Nairn, the co-Founder of Advertising Agency Lucky Generals, and author of 'Go Luck Yourself'. They discuss creative strategies Andy writes about in his book and whether they can be applied to kids media.By Jo Redfern & Andrew Williams

In this episode of Kids Media Club Podcast, Andy, Jo, and Emily chat with special guest, Andrew Rosen, the Founder of PARQOR, a newsletter which covers the seismic shifts under way in the media business.By Jo Redfern & Andrew Williams

2023 has barely started and we're already seeing a slate of old favourites being refreshed and recommissioned. While Jo, Andy, and Emily love shows like Phineas and Ferb, the question remains are these revivals crowding out new original content? Join us as we discuss this thorny issue.By Jo Redfern & Andrew Williams

To wrap up the year Jo, Andy, and Emily get into the festive spirit with a Christmas quiz. Along the way the discuss Netflix's addiction to Christmas movies, the excellence of Klaus, and some predictions for the year to come. The less said about Emily and Andy's performance in the kids media quiz the better!…

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