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On The ScentA Scent-lover’s Shoutout & Perfect Perfume PrescriptionsDipping deep into the postbag for this week’s episode, we’re celebrating the strength of one of our listeners, Amy, and rejoicing in the perfect perfume found for @amtstevens for her anniversary trip to Bruges. Aaron’s moved to Mexico City and is seeking scents to stand up to the heat, and Louise is looking for bone-dry forest smells to remind her of home in the peak of summer. Suzanne, meanwhile, is craving watercolour spring florals for a sense of hopefulness we could all do with right now...We reccommed:House of Bō AGUA DE SANT...
2026-02-1947 min
The Media BeatThe Media Beat Episode #82Today is a very special episode in that we welcome a guest: Dr. Alex Connock, producer-turned-academic, now teaching AI and media at both Oxford and Exeter. Alex was actually on The Media Beat two years ago, when we talked about his first book, Media Management and Artificial Intelligence. Since then, both AI and the media industry have moved at extraordinary speed. He’s back with a brand-new book, Entrepreneurship in Media and Entertainment, just out from Routledge - exploring how AI, creativity, and entrepreneurship are reshaping every stage of the media business, from start-up ideas to s...
2025-10-0951 min
C21PodcastMipcom 2025 preview; International Format Awards gold winner Phil Gurin; BBC Studios’ Sumi Connock; Waiting for the Out scribe Dennis KellyC21's Clive Whittingham, Jordan Pinto and Karolina Kaminska look ahead to Mipcom and MipJunior 2025 [01:44]; outgoing Frapa chair Phil Gurin reflects on receiving the International Format Awards Gold Award and more [26:10]; BBC Studios' Sumi Connock embraces AI [45:04]; and scribe Dennis Kelly on penning Waiting for the Out for Sister and the BBC [58:06].
2025-10-091h 10
Saïd Business School, University of OxfordMedia and AI: The good, the bad and the uncertain - Oxford Tea TalksHow is AI positively or negatively impacting the media industry today?
That's the question that Alex Connock, Senior Fellow at Saïd Business School and Carissa Véliz, Associate Professor at the Institute for Ethics and AI at the University of Oxford, tackle as they discuss how AI is affecting value, ownership, quality and regulation in all areas of media.
Alex and Carissa play 'good cop, bad cop' as they debate various AI and media scenarios from democratic empowerment to media oligopolies; from fake news to media regulation; and whether media jobs will be put in peril or whether it wi...
2025-01-2922 min
IF MAMA AIN’T HEALTHY (AIN’T NOBODY HEALTHY) - Holistic Wellness, Metabolic Health, Health Coaching, Christian Pregnancy, Natural Birth - formerly YOUR BIRTH, GOD’S WAYEP 84 \ How Routine Testing Can Ruin Your Birth Plans/ The Damage Of False Positives And Incidental FindingsSHOW NOTES:
Are routine prenatal tests a good idea or are they simply another tool of our medicalized maternity system used to derail our birth plans and get us back in line with the standardized care they prefer? This episode will look at things like routine STD testing (specifically syphilis testing which is called RPR and TPPA), routine gestational diabetes testing, routine ultrasounds, and routine urinalysis tests which can find GBS and cause you to be called GBS positive long before birth is near. This episode will provide you will information and data to make informed decisions (i...
2024-04-0946 minIF MAMA AIN’T HEALTHY (AIN’T NOBODY HEALTHY) - Holistic Wellness, Metabolic Health, Health Coaching, Christian Pregnancy, Natural Birth - formerly YOUR BIRTH, GOD’S WAYEP 84 \ How Routine Testing Can Ruin Your Birth Plans/ The Damage Of False Positives And Incidental FindingsSHOW NOTES:
Are routine prenatal tests a good idea or are they simply another tool of our medicalized maternity system used to derail our birth plans and get us back in line with the standardized care they prefer? This episode will look at things like routine STD testing (specifically syphilis testing which is called RPR and TPPA), routine gestational diabetes testing, routine ultrasounds, and routine urinalysis tests which can find GBS and cause you to be called GBS positive long before birth is near. This episode will provide you will information and data to make informed decisions (i...
2024-04-0946 min
Beyond 385 YardsNEW SEGMENT ALERT - Drakey's ring, Welborn vs Drake in Cardiff, squirrels and going easy like Phil SesemannWe're back with epsiode 9 of season 2 and we have a new segment!This week we cover;Who's your favourite GallagherCheshire 10kThe good, bad and ugly of our training weeks (inluding random reference to squirrels)Is mileage king?What can we learn from Phil Sesemann about running easy?Bouncing back from marathonsDrakey's ring - NEW SEGMENT!!Catering arrangements for BTC 5k Race Day just for Ian ConnockWelborn vs Drake face off at Cardiff Parkrun on 30th March.Can you believe we do all of that in 70 minutes?!
2024-03-111h 13
The Possibility ClubPractical Bravery: DIGITAL CONSCIOUSNESS!The Possibility Club podcast: Practical Bravery - DIGITAL CONSCIOUSNESS! In this episode of The Possibility Club, we delve into the fabric of this modern narrative. The script is changing, the actors are evolving, and the stage is expanding. It’s a realm where algorithms are the new editors, and data, the ink. Yet, amidst this digital choreography, where does the human touch reside? And more so, where is it headed? Author of 'The Media Business and Artificial Intelligence,’ our guest's writings are more than just a dalliance with theories, they are a deep dive into the interp...
2023-11-0137 min
The Foxglove LettersSmall Moments - Ep. 16Dinner with the Baron did not go as I had expected. Though Baelie Connock is a difficult man to read, he is also a kind man. I wasn’t sure why Charles first said I shouldn’t speak about the Baron’s family, but sometimes the truth comes to light in the smaller moments…
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Ivy finds small moments to learn more about Baraon Baeli Connock, the town and castle of Kildale, and what hides in the the garden.
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Special thanks to Doug for voicing Baron Baeli Connock.
2023-09-1733 minThe Foxglove LettersA Quiet Dinner - Ep. 13I’ve gotten ahead of myself again. Looking back, it’s clear Baron Connock was not looking forward to guests. However, I did essentially have a whole castle to myself. Naturally, I immediately went exploring…
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Ivy should be unpacking for her first day in Kildale castle. However, her curiosity drives her to explore her surroundings.
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Special thanks to Doug for voicing Baron Baeli Connock.
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From Ireland, with Love by Jakub Pietras
Tír na nÓg by Lance Conrad
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The Foxglove Letters is a production of Dicey Cantina. The world of Ealanwick is a custom-created setting and is cu...
2023-08-1329 min
Sky News DailyHollywood strikes: Are writers right about AI?It’s been 100 days since Hollywood writers went on strike over concerns artificial intelligence (AI) will take their jobs - as well as disputes over working conditions and claims of dwindling pay. The looming cloud of AI hangs over all industries, but are writers and actors right to be worried about being stripped of their creativity? On the Sky News Daily, Sally Lockwood is joined by Lisa Holdsworth – a TV and theatre writer, and chair of the Writers’ Guild of Great Britain – as well as Dr Alex Connock, senior fellow at the University of Oxford’s Saïd Busin...
2023-08-0922 min
Sky News DailyHollywood strikes: Are writers right about AI?It’s been 100 days since Hollywood writers went on strike over concerns artificial intelligence (AI) will take their jobs - as well as disputes over working conditions and claims of dwindling pay. The looming cloud of AI hangs over all industries, but are writers and actors right to be worried about being stripped of their creativity? On the Sky News Daily, Sally Lockwood is joined by Lisa Holdsworth – a TV and theatre writer, and chair of the Writers’ Guild of Great Britain – as well as Dr Alex Connock, senior fellow at the University of Oxford’s Saïd Busin...
2023-08-0922 min
Leadership, Brand Strategy & Transformation - Minter DialogueMedia Management and Artificial Intelligence with Dr Alex ConnockMinter Dialogue with Dr Alex ConnockAlex Connock, PhD, is an academic in Media Business and Artificial Intelligence at Oxford University, who has been shortlisted six times as Entrepreneur of the Year and is Vice Chair at UNICEF UK. He's also author of the book, Media Management and AI, Understanding Media Business Models in the Digital Age, published by Routledge. In this conversation, we discuss Alex's career and his pivoting into academia. We look at the arrival of generative AI, and how tools like Chat GPT will change so many industries, including media and education. We explore...
2023-03-2656 min
RTS London PodcastLost in Translation? Adaptations Across BordersWhen it comes to game shows and reality TV formats, taking a popular series from one country and making a new version is fairly easy. But remaking scripted formats has always been a harder nut to crack. From homegrown hits Doctor Foster and Liar to global phenomena like Call My Agent! and Skam, scripted formats are traveling further than ever. With streaming services battling for more localised content, they're also a multi-billion dollar business.Yet for every successful remake, whether The Office or Shameless, there are countless dramas that haven’t cut through the cultural div...
2022-12-201h 01
The Media BeatThe Media Beat Episode #15In this special edition we welcome Dr Alex Connock who, amongst many other things is a Senior Fellow at the Said Business School, University of Oxford, where he teaches Media and Marketing at BA, MBA and Executive levels, He is a deep expert in Media and AI and his book ‘Media Management and Artificial Intelligence’ was published by Routledge in November 2022.
2022-12-1649 min
TellyCast: The content industry podcastEpisode 127 - Dr Alex ConnockSign up to the free TellyCast newsletterWe’re rounding off the year with a deep dive into the world of Artificial Intelligence with Oxford University lecturer and media expert Dr Alex Connock.We’re discussing the impact AI has had so far on the content industry and what we can expect in the future, as the technology starts to land with wider audiences on a seemingly ever increasing basis.Alex's book, Media Management and Artificial Intelligence https://bit.ly/AlexConnockAI TellyCast websiteTellyCast instaTellyCast TwitterT...
2022-12-151h 01TellyCast: The content industry podcastEpisode 127 - Dr Alex ConnockSign up to the free TellyCast newsletterWe’re rounding off the year with a deep dive into the world of Artificial Intelligence with Oxford University lecturer and media expert Dr Alex Connock.We’re discussing the impact AI has had so far on the content industry and what we can expect in the future, as the technology starts to land with wider audiences on a seemingly ever increasing basis.TellyCast websiteTellyCast instaTellyCast TwitterTellyCast YouTube
2022-12-151h 06
We R Randolph-Sheppard PodcastA Look at the Nominee Agency ConceptCould nominee agencies be the key to the future of Randolph Sheppard? This month Nicky and Terry explore the advantages of contracting out the day-to-day management of a state business enterprises program. They welcome special guest Chant Connock, the head of the Virginia nominee.
2022-08-0151 min
SMM - Single Malt MarathonersEpisode 83 - With Ian "Billy" ConnockJohn, Kelly and Lauren talk through last week's running which includes a fantastic debut Ashton Court parkrun performance from LR and Gwent League Cross Country domination from KD. John whinges about his back and hammy niggles... We also have an interview with 2:52 marathoner Ian "Billy" Connock. Ian runs for Weston AC and is part of a banterful yet supportive foursome of: Kieron Summers, Ben Haines (both previously on the pod) and Chris Selman (will be on the pod!) His story about his debut marathon is worth this listen on it's own!Any questions for the pod...
2021-11-151h 51
Future Proof13. Why is Mercado Libre such a good place to advertise?In Kantar’s recent Media Reactions study, it was revealed that ecommerce giant Mercado Libre is one of the most effective places to advertise in Latin America: it was seen as delivering the most ‘relevant and useful’ ads of all media brands in Argentina, Brazil and Colombia. What is the marketplace doing to help advertisers, and still satisfy consumers? Juan tells Jane Ostler and Alex Connock about smart targeting, the Direct Integration with Kantar for more effective measurement, the results of Brand Lift studies, and the opportunities they have in the Latin American market. They also discuss how ec...
2021-10-0423 min
The Z-X SpectrumHow To Train Your Algorithm: The Future of Broadcast Production and Media.For this fascinating episode, we are joined by Dr Alex Connock. An academic and entrepreneur in digital video, Alex is Associate Fellow at Oxford University’s Said School of Business, entrepreneur in residence at INSEAD, director at UK5G, UNICEF UK, and The Halle Orchestra.
He is also an Academy full member at BAFTA and Senior Tutor at the National Film and Television School. Alex founded Missile Digital Studios in 2018, after running Endemol Shine North and co-founding Ten Alps (now Zinc Media) with Bob Geldof.
Delving into topics including the impact of tech on broadcast media...
2021-07-0145 min
Outspoken BeautyThe Utterly Fabulous Mother's Day Beauty Guide: Curate Beauty X OSB*This episode is part of my ongoing partnership with Curate Beauty. Together we're working hard to help you discover the very best small indie beauty brands*If you feel like you always buy your Mum the same sort of thing for Mother's Day and you want to get her something truly special and original with the added bonus that you will be supporting a small, independent brand then this is the episode for you.The amazing Sam Freedman, co-founder of Curate Beauty has done what she does best and curated a list of stunning gift ideas...
2021-02-2338 min
TellyCast: The content industry podcastEpisode 45 - BBC Studios' Sumi Connock, WFTV's Katie Bailiff & TBI's Richard MiddletonSign up to the free TellyCast+ newsletter http://eepurl.com/hkehBjSumi Connock, Creative Director of Formats at BBC Studios and Katie Bailiff, the new CEO of Women in Film & TV discuss producing hit formats in lockdown and the membership organisation for women working in media with host Boom! PR's Justin Crosby.And Richard Middleton, editor of Television Business International is back on the show as he updates us on the latest senior TV executive moves in Movers and Shakers. Sumi's linksStory o...
2021-02-1159 min
Leadership In Extraordinary TimesEntertainment 2020: Blockbusters, or silence on set?In episode 2, an expert panel discuss how the entertainment sector will weather the Covid-19 storm.With the slowdown in production, what will be the lasting impact of the lockdown on cinema, TV and music industries?Featuring:Cathy Payne, CEO Banijay Rights.David Hancock, Research and Analysis Director, Cinema and Home Entertainment, Omdia.Jens Meurer, film producer.Dr Alex Connock (@DrAlexConnock), Fellow in Management Practice, Saïd Business School, University of...
2020-09-0938 minLeadership In Extraordinary TimesMisinformation, media and trustIn episode 9, a panel of experts from Saïd Business School explore how businesses earn trust in a climate of confusion, uncertainty and misinformation.What responsibilities do old and new media organisations have to address the problems of ‘junk news’ spreading rapidly?Featuring:Rachel Botsman (@rachelbotsman), Trust Fellow, Saïd Business School, andauthor of Who Can You Trust?Dr Alex Connock (@DrAlexConnock), Fellow in Management Practice(Marketing), Saïd Business SchoolProfessor Philip Howard (@pnhoward), Director of the Oxford InternetInstituteProfe...
2020-06-1545 min
My Digital JourneyMy Digital Journey – Alex ConnockDigital marketing entrepreneur, academic and the founder of Missile Digital Studios explains why it pays to create your own ‘content universe’, why he’s happy to take life more slowly with his latest startup, and if you want to sell online, ‘don’t try too hard’.
2019-05-3043 min
Future Proof25. How much branding can you put in branded content?Branded content is absolutely everywhere… but why? What format works best, at each stage of a customer’s journey? How transparent should you be? And how much branding is simply too much? Dr Alex Connock, Associate Fellow at Said Business School and founder of Missile Digital, talks to the Future Proof podcast about his research and industry experience, sharing insights for marketers exploring the brave new world of branded content. Hosted by Andrew Stephen, L'Oreal Professor of Marketing at Saïd Business School (Oxford University) and Julie Kollman, Chief Research Officer at Kantar. Hosted on Acast...
2019-05-2428 min
The Media Club with Matt Deegan#35C - How Not To Pitch a TV ShowIn our second bonus episode from the Guardian Edinburgh International Television Festival, How Not To Pitch a Show is a masterclass in the pitfalls of the pitch room.Chaired by Alex Connock, managing director Shine North and featuring Jonathan Stadlen, managing director Knickerbockerglory; Syeda Irtizaali, commissioning editor for entertainment Channel 4; Karen Smith, managing director Tuesday's Child; Mark Linsey, deputy director BBC Television.If you've enjoyed this, why not check out other episodes of the Media Podcast at themediapodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2015-09-1744 min
Leadership, Brand Strategy & Transformation - Minter DialogueAlex Connock, Shine On Digital / Shine North MDMinter Dialogue #55If you are interested in the world of video and digital media, you'll want to listen up to this interview. It's with Alex Connock, Managing Director of Shine On Digital and Shine North, based in the UK. We talk about how the world of video is evolving, what are the best ways to make distribute and monetize video, as well as the relevance of having a social media presence as a senior executive. Meanwhile, you can comment and find the show notes on themyndset.com where you can also sign up for my weekly newsletter. Or you...
2013-03-1835 min
The Media ShowPeter Salmon and the Radio FestivalPeter Salmon, the director of BBC North and the driving force behind the BBC's move to MediaCity, explains his vision for a global base for the media in Salford. Several BBC departments are already broadcasting from Salford, with more set to move in early 2012, but will the move make a noticeable difference to BBC programmes?This year's Radio Festival comes from Salford where the radio industry has been discussing the "death of local radio." Dee Ford is the director of Bauer Media, which is one of the major players in commercial radio and owns stations including Magic...
2011-11-0228 min