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McKnight Tonight brings you a hot take on news events every Monday, Wednesday & Thursday at 9pm AEST at youtube.com/@mcknighttonight . Media McKnight delvs into the world of media every Tuesday night at 9pm AEST. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
- MM040 - Kyle & Jackie O - New court documents bring new twists
In a special edition of Media McKnight, Rob McKnight and employment lawyer Michael Byrnes examine new Federal Court documents in the Kyle Sandilands and Jackie O case against ARN. They break down the claims, defences, and replies concernin…
- S01E39 - Why FaceBook shouldn't have to pay for news
Rob McKnight critiques the federal government's draft legislation on news bargaining, arguing that social media platforms like Facebook should not be forced to pay for news as they drive traffic. He contrasts this with AI platforms that sc…
- Breaking down K&J's court hearing with Michael Byrnes
Michael Byrnes joins Rob McKnight to analyze the Federal Court hearing involving K&J and their former employer ARN. The discussion covers the evidence each party intends to present.
- Ben Roberts-Smith v The Media | MEDIA McKNIGHT
Rob McKnight reviews Australian media, including the future of Australian Survivor, the media's handling of the Ben Roberts-Smith arrest, Logies reform, Karl Stefanovic's interview, and the ABC's diversity partnerships.
- Is Robin Bailey a bully? | MEDIA McKNIGHT
Rob McKnight analyzes media stories including the fallout from Kyle and Jackie O
- NEW: Will Jackie O testify against Kyle Sandilands | MEDIA McKNIGHT
Jackie O sues ARN for $82 million | Will she testify against Kyle? | Kyle's court date set | 7 News Spotlight gets new EP | BBC Scotland's live TV blunder Rob McKnight examines the latest legal escalation in the Kyle Sandilands and Jackie…
- Kyle Sandilands EXCLUSIVE Interview | S01E32
Kyle gets on the phone with Rob during a live edition of Media McKnight to talk about his contract with ARN and his mental health. Please note this episode was recorded on Tuesday night, before ARN officially terminated Kyle's contract on…
- Ricky Gervais accused of stealing ANOTHER joke | Kyle breaks silence | Media McKnight
Rob McKnight breaks down the biggest media stories of the week — including fresh accusations that Ricky Gervais has stolen a second joke for his Netflix special, the latest twist in the Kyle and Jackie O saga as Kyle breaks his silence wit…
- Kyle & Jackie O axed - Did Jackie betray Kyle? | MEDIA McKNIGHT
In this episode of Media McKnight: - The Kyle & Jackie O Show implosion - News.com.au false picture claim - 9NEWS finally fixes its set - TV Newsrooms cut budgets even further - Aussie presenters go global You can watch the Kyle & Jackie O…
- 🎬 MEDIA McKNIGHT | Tropfest Livestream FAIL | SCA CEO Axed | Nine’s Darwin Fire Sale | BAFTA Chaos
Tropfest is back — but was the livestream a disaster? Southern Cross Media sacks its CEO hours before financial results. Nine sells Darwin for pocket change. And the BAFTAs are overshadowed by an ugly on-stage outburst. In this explosive e…
- MAFS producer reveals the truth about the 'villain' edit | Media McKnight
A new season of Married at First Sight is delivering huge ratings for Nine — but with success comes renewed scrutiny. In this episode of Media McKnight, Rob McKnight examines the reality behind reality TV, drawing on a detailed conversatio…
- Nine's big radio mistake | Nova shake-ups | BBC casting backlash | Media McKnight
Nine Entertainment’s radio sale was meant to be routine — but the coverage itself revealed just how little priority radio had inside the company. In this episode of Media McKnight, Rob McKnight breaks down: • A live TV mic fail on Nine Gol…
- IAC on-set tensions | Sky News Clangers | ABC’s Australia Day Backlash - Media McKnight ep 25
Sky News production errors, fresh claims about Julia Morris on I’m A Celebrity, and backlash over the ABC’s Australia Day special. In Media McKnight Episode 25, Rob McKnight breaks down the media stories shaping the week. In this episode:…
- Agro's return to TV - what to expect | MEDIA McKNIGHT EP 23
You can watch the video version at YouTube.com/@McKnightTonight It looks like Agro - and creator Jamie Dunn - are returning to television. In this episode of Media McKnight, Rob McKnight speaks exclusively with Jamie Dunn – the creator of…
- MEDIA McKNIGHT: Did Ricky Gervais steal a joke?
A punchline in Mortality appears to closely mirror a joke first delivered by Karl Pilkington on The Ricky Gervais Show podcast in 2006. In this episode of Media McKnight, Rob McKnight breaks down the original podcast exchange alongside the…
- MEDIA McKNIGHT: 50c holds a grudge - how he got THAT footage of P Diddy
This week on Media McKnight, Rob McKnight breaks down one of the biggest behind-the-scenes shake-ups in Australian radio — the fallout from Ash Bradnam’s axing from NOVA Brisbane after 21 years, the confirmed departure of Nikki Osborne, an…
- MEDIA McKNIGHT EP 20 | When Being Number One Still Gets You Sacked
Welcome back to Media McKnight — your go-to show for no-spin insight on the Aussie media scene. Tonight Rob McKnight dives deep into: • The shock axing of Ash Bradnam after 21 years in Brisbane breakfast radio. • A domino of moves at NOVA…
- MEDIA McKNIGHT EP 19: Radio Ratings Survey 7 Breakdown – Winners, Losers & Market Trends
In this special video edition of Media McKnight, Rob McKnight breaks down Radio Ratings Survey 7 for 2025 across Australia’s major markets. Sydney and Melbourne continue to prove that talk radio still dominates, while NOVA finds strong mom…
- Media McKnight Episode 18: What’s REALLY Going On At Channel 10?
Media McKnight is back — and tonight we’re diving deep into Network 10’s brutal financial reality and what it means for the future of Australian television. In this episode Rob breaks down: • 10’s huge losses — $322m in 2023, $162m last ye…
- MEDIA McKNIGHT — Episode 17: Nine job cuts, BBC Panorama scandal & 4BC shake-up
Rob McKnight delivers a hard-hitting review of the week in Australian media: job cuts at Nine Entertainment Co., the BBC Panorama controversy, the breakfast reboot at 4BC, plus more behind-the-scenes insight. 📺 Watch live every Tuesday 9…
- Craig McLachlan — The Full Interview | McKnight Tonight Special
Craig McLachlan sits down with Rob McKnight for his most revealing conversation yet. In this full-length interview, the Gold Logie winner opens up about his life, career, the controversies that nearly ended it, and how he’s rebuilding both…
- Media McKnight - Episode 16
buymeacoffee.com/mcknighttonight Craig McLachlan proves our left-leaning media is out of touch Rob McKnight returns with a fiery new Media McKnight — taking aim at the hypocrisy of Australia’s left-leaning media after his interview with Cr…
- Sam Armytage TODAY Show twist - MEDIA McKNIGHT EP 15
ARMYTAGE TWIST: Did Nine Blink? | 7NEWS vs 7NEWS.com.au | 4BC Axing + More What’s really going on with Samantha Armytage and Nine’s TODAY show? Why 7NEWS and 7news.com.au are copping heat over “selective editing.” 4BC’s breakfast axing, a…
- ABC Reporter Harassed in Tel Aviv - MEDIA McKNIGHT EP 14
In this edition of Media McKnight, Rob McKnight dissects the week in Australian media: • Confronting scenes as ABC’s Matt Doran is harassed while reporting in Tel Aviv. • Rumours swirl that Samantha Armytage could be joining Karl Stefanovi…
- MEDIA McKNIGHT: Is Taylor Swift punching down with diss track about Charli xcx?
When Taylor Swift drops a diss track, the whole world listens — but is she punching down? Rob McKnight dives into Track 7 of her new album, the Charli XCX drama, and what it says about power imbalance in pop culture. Plus — 🏉 The NRL beat…
- MEDIA McKNIGHT EXCLUSIVE - The future of 4BC revealed
In episode 12: - Nine's plans for radio station 4BC - Kerry Stokes ready to leave television - The fallout from that bizarre interview on SKY NEWS last week. - The dangers of doing live news crosses with the public. - The video every creat…
- MEDIA McKNIGHT - THE DEATH OF TELEVISION
I am bitterly disappointed by the Australian television industry and it's time to speak up. Other topics include: SKY NEWS apologises for bizarre interview Kimmel is back Leaks at 4BC Melissa Doyle almost blows it with Oprah Winfrey Doctor…
- The twist adults didn't see coming in the u16s social media ban | Media McKnight Episode 10
The Federal Government’s new social media age restrictions take effect from December 10, 2025. They say it’s not a ban… but under 16s won’t be able to open accounts without strict verification. From photo ID to facial scans, here’s what it…
- MEDIA McKNIGHT - EXCLUSIVE: Adrian Portelli’s My Reno Rules is in chaos.
Adrian Portelli’s My Reno Rules has been thrown into chaos as builder issues derail production — and Portelli faces fresh court drama. Plus: • Do TV networks deserve a government handout? Judge Rob delivers his verdict. • Survey 5 radio ra…
- MEDIA McKNIGHT EP 8
Media McKnight has the exclusive full footage of Bob Katter’s press conference meltdown in Brisbane. While most outlets only showed the outburst, here’s the uncut exchange that proves the Katters’ spin doesn’t pass the pub test. Plus: • Be…
- Media McKnight Episode 6 - TV Freak out
In this edition: - A big new development on AI versus copyright. - Is Triple M’s Sydney breakfast show facing the axe? - Why can’t we have honest discussions on TV without everyone freaking out? - And the best stand-up you’ll see all year…
- Media McKnight Episode 5 - Journos under attack
In this edition: - Smallzy out at Nova - Why the news media bargaining code is BS - Did the media actually read the AI copyright report? - Shocking video as journalists are harassed while doing their jobs - The latest ratings data Support…
- McKnight Tonight Monday 11 August 2025
Tonight: - Kate Miller-Heidke from THE VOICE - Will Australia supporting a Palestine state make any difference? - Swearing to be decriminalised - Should an AFL player be able to poke his finger up another players bum and get away with it?…
- McKnight Tonight Thursday 7 August 2025
End the week with a drink as we talk hot topics on Tipsy Thursday. Support this show by buying Rob a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/mcknighttonight Leave a comment so that we can feature it on the show! Support this show http://supporter…
- McKnight Tonight Wednesday 6 August 2025
Rob has a special suprise tonight! Also in this episode: - Do teachers deserve more money? - Booze bigotry - Footy coach under fire - but Rob is going to defend him - The man behind the AI report released today defends his decisions in an…
- Media McKnight Episode 4
Tonight on Media McKnight... - Christian O'Connell to take his radio show national - will it work? - Are the Logies still relevant? - CHATGPT decides Australia's best TV presenters. - Hugh Marks accused of changing his views now that he ru…
- McKnight Tonight Monday 4 August 2025
It's a new month and a new week but it's the same old ranty Rob lol! IN THIS EPISODE: - Calls for softer gun laws in Australia - Can black people be racist? - Steve Molk talks the 2025 Logies - A special birthday surprise. Support this sho…
- McKnight Tonight Thursday 31 July 2025
It's tipsy Thursday! In this episode: - Why company loyalty is (and should be) a thing of the past - Pets on planes - no thanks! - Is 'fireman' a sexist term? - Farmers lose control of their property - It's tipsy Thursday, so have a drink…
- Media McKnight Episode 3
Tonight on Media McKnight... - The Best & Worst TV presenters in Australia - Why THAT South Park episode reveals the truth about Colbert - 10 gets lucky - Is Brisbane radio station 4BC REALLY a basket case? McKnight Tonight streams every T…
- McKnight Tonight Monday 28 July 2025
It's going to be another big week! Topics include: - WTF - The plan to get victims to befriend their bully - How will age verification affect Australian users on the net? - NRL v LGBTQIA+ - When you catch companies lying to you. Support th…
- McKnight Tonight Thursday 24 July 2025
It's tipsy Thursday! In this episode: - Babies in Parliament is not a good thing - President Obama controversy (but not the one you think) - Ita Buttrose - Scott Cam Support this show by buying Rob a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/mcknig…
- Wednesday 23 July 2025
No hump day jokes here! In this episode: - Nationals Senate Leader Bridget McKenzie - Bob latter refuses to swear allegiance to the Kin, so where's the outrage? - Should the voting age be lowered to 16? - Why a 4-day working week could wor…
- Media McKnight episode 2
In the second edition of our media show, some of the topics covered include: - 9NEWS claims the ratings year, but do their numbers stack up? - Alex Cullen returns to TV - Radio ratings - Was Stephen Colbert fired for political or financial…
- McKnight Tonight Monday 22 July 2025
Support this show by buying Rob a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/mcknighttonight Leave a comment so that we can feature it on the show! Support this show by buying Rob a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/mcknighttonight Leave a comment so…
- McKnight Tonight Thursday 17 July 2025
It's tipsy Thursday so get your drinks ready! In this episode: - Cancer labels on food.. but not in Australia - Auto-renewal scams - NDIS funding cuts - The Aussie teen sensation selling products around the world Support this show by buyin…
- Media McKnight S01E01
Welcome to the first episode of Media McKnight, where Rob brings you exclusive insights into the world of media. In our show that looks at the media: - Why is the TODAY show allowing political advertising on for free? - Sunrise gets a stor…
- McKnight Tonight - Monday 14 July 2025
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- McKnight Tonight Saturday 12 July 2025
Rob is back after a week off and he's ready to rant! Hot Topics will be updated on the day of the stream. Support this show by buying Rob a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/mcknighttonight Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-bl…
- McKnight Tonight S02E07 - Kyle & Jackie O to go national + Police want your CCTV vision
Topics in this episode include: - The plan to give Police easy access to your home security cameras - The actors of the new Harry Potter TV series facing a big backlash - Defending Sarah Harris from the critics - A big week in media Suppor…
- McKnight Tonight - Psychic Medium John Edward PLUS 9NEWS Presenter Tracy Vo
Topics in this episode include: - Was Anthony Albanese really snubbed by President Trump, or is this just petty politics? - Should David Walliams be cancelled for doing the Nazi salute? - Tracy Vo from 9NEWS shares her experiences of being…