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, navigating the vagaries of social media platform's regulations, dealing with disinformation, and how News Movement is making a difference. It's an...

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 mechanics to creating engaging branded content, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to make an impact in the Roblox community. Tune in...

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 franchises and why we will see a lot more movies like Mario Bros.

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 Kidscreen Conference in San Diego. Next, they dive into the groundbreaking release of the Ryan's World movie and speculate whether this could be...

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 includes children on the autistic spectrum. Chris also discussed the importance of authentic representation of disability in the preschool animation...

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.

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 foundation here: https://www.thechildrensmediafoundation.org/responding-to-the-crisis-of-childhood And check out the sessions from the Children's...

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 guests, including Simon Clarke from BBC, Ryan Bradley from Dream Works, and Alix Wiseman from 9 stories.

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 extensive experience in working with YouTube for kids, Denis shares valuable insights in this area. A must listen for anyone looking to learn more about...

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 industry. Tune in to hear what Kidscreen attendees think about the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the ever-evolving world of...

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 your memory.

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 insights on the future of streaming TV and how it will shape the entertainment industry. Tune in to this informative and engaging episode to learn...

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 knowledge and insights to the table. Nina is an incredibly insightful, smart, and engaging guest with a unique point of view on the state of the industry.

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 streaming-first franchise, Gabby's Dollhouse, to Simon Pulman's take on the convergence of gaming and animation, Mikael Shields' advice on building a kids...

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 social media, they cover a wide range of topics relevant to anyone interested in the intersection of media and youth culture.

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. But be warned there might be some bad dad cracker jokes along the way! So grab some eggnog, put on your favourite christmas sweater, and join us for...

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 reality experiences and even down to their instruction manuals. For his team at Lego it is all about how to make the Lego user an active participant...

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 will not need to launch on other platforms such as TikTok and YouTube in the future. This is a great place to start if you've ever wanted to know...

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 young children develop key skills. He touches on what he feels the industry could do to future-proof itself in terms of training and education for...

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 some Dad dancing analogies about Youtube and TikTok. Listen in to find out what we're talking about!

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 insights from the Entertainment Strategy Guy on the evolving landscape of entertainment for young audiences.

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, working at Channel 4 and Aardman before joining 9 Story Media. She shares her perspective on the business and what she thinks are some challenges and...

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.

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 partnership strategies. 📢 Spread the Word! 📢 Remember to share this episode with your friends and fellow kids media enthusiasts! ...