The Experts Podcast

James Willis is a journalist and the host of DTTV at The Daily Telegraph. Was the Australian Federal Election over before it even began? The cost-of-living election has just got outrageously confusing. Talking to Daily Telegraph journalist James Willis this week on the Experts podcast we get down to the things that mattered. What the

The 2025 Media Landscape Report is out and there is a bit to take in for communicators and those looking to engage media. The concern about AI and public interest journalism is at the top of the list. Pay, working conditions and the use of social media are other matters that have topped the list

When Susannah Carr and Rick Ardon started anchoring 7 News Perth’s nightly bulletin together in 1985, the world and the newsroom were very different places. This duo has now been on the air for a Guiness World Record Breaking 40 years, and the network led ratings for 20 consecutive years up to 2020. This week

After 10 episodes of the new format, host of The Expert’s Podcast Nic Hayes sits down with producer Emily Morgan to discuss the latest season. From Ben Fordham to Dani Laidley to John Laws, catch up on all the golden tips, tricks and media insights from our incredible guests. Nic and Em talk about what

Legendary Broadcaster and talkback radio host. In this episode of The Expert’s Podcast, Nic Hayes speaks to the legendary John Laws about his seven decade long radio career. After finally hanging up his golden microphone for the last time at the end of 2024, John shares memories about what it was like engaging Australians in

Will McDonald, Nine News Adelaide Presenter/Reporter/Producer As a presenter, producer and reporter at Nine News Adelaide, Will McDonald appears on televisions across South Australia on most days of the week. And for the last five years while bringing South Australians their daily news and commentary, he’s also been fighting a battle against prostate cancer. He

Gina Field, founder Nepean Regional Security Gina Field is one of Media Stable’s stand out experts. Gina’s signature style is immediately showcased in this chat with Nic – she presents in media just how she is face to face – real, down to earth, funny and above all – strategic. This week, Nic speaks with

Danielle Laidley is no stranger to the media. As a player in the West Coast Eagles’ inaugural team and then after being traded to North Melbourne Football Club, Dani experienced two very different levels of media interest in AFL players. Then as coach of North Melbourne, Dani experienced some of the toughest scrutiny from sports

Gemma Varone, Chief of Staff, 7NEWS Perth This week Nic catches up with Gemma Varone, Chief of Staff of 7NEWS Perth. Not sure what a chief of staff does? Nic and Gemma hash it out. Hear about how Gemma’s time as a producer for Australia’s Golden Tonsils – John Laws – along with how her

The speakers circuit can be a lucrative and exciting pathway for experts who have already carved out relationships with the media. But how do you become a paid and regularly booked speaker? On The Experts Podcast this week Nic interviews expert speaker coach Leanne Christie, CEO of House of O, which includes four businesses that