In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast powered by WizzFX, host Jamie Larson chats with Andy Rowe, the founder of Red Nine Studios who co-created The Rugby Pod and hosts popular rugby podcast The Good, The Bad & The Rugby among his own co-productions with creators.

We explore:

• His unorthodox journey into broadcasting and how he got his first gigs.
• How his work in the recruitment industry in the UK provided lessons that he’s taken throughout his career.
• Why podcasting became such a successful transition for him after leaving radio.
• The decisions that lead to him creating the only purpose-built podcast studio in the South Island of New Zealand.
• Why now is the best time to get into the podcast sphere.

Episode Highlights

• 11:01 - The Transition to Sports Journalism
• 25:29 - The Challenges of the New Zealand Media Landscape
• 39:33 - The Rise of the Rugby Pod
• 44:58 - The Importance of Research in Interviews
• 58:08 - The Value of Podcasting for Businesses

Links & Resources

• Andy’s studio in Christchurch - https://www.redninestudios.com/
• Email him - studio@redninestudios.com
• Learn more about WizzFX and take your audio to the next level - https://www.wizzfx.com/

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In the second episode of Season 2, Jamie chats with Irene Gardiner, the current president of SPADA & a current sitting board member of RNZ and Able.

In more recent years she has been working as a consultant, executive producer and commentator on the industry in New Zealand as well as previously taking charge of content for online NZ broadcasting showcase NZ On Screen.

Her early years saw her working in journalism, television production and commissioning

We explore:

• The challenges faced by public media in New Zealand
• The importance of preserving New Zealand's cultural voice and the need for regulation in the industry.
• The impact of streaming services on local production

Episode Highlights

• 10:34 - The Glory Days of New Zealand Television
• 18:21 - Late Night News: A Bold Move
• 33:50 - The Role of NZ On Screen
• 47:39 - The Need for Regulation

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In the first episode of Season 2 of the Beyond Broadcast Podcast powered by WIZZFX, Jamie chats with Todd Scott, Co-Owner and Publisher of the National Business Review and owner of New Media Solution. Todd has steered the NBR from a traditional print publication into the successful subscription-only online platform it is today.

But long before his rise in the world of publishing, Todd was a cut above the rest — becoming a business owner and operating his own butchery in his early years before stepping into a career in broadcasting.

Throughout his life and career, Todd has moved with intention, with accountability and ethics serving as cornerstones of his decision-making. He reflects on his personal experiences, including his relationship with his wife Jackie and the influence of mentors who have shaped his approach to business and leadership.

We explore:

• Lessons from the butcher’s shopfront — connecting with people and mastering the art of the sale

• The transition from brick and mortar to broadcasting — entering the world of media

• Building the NBR into what it is today — making bold, strategic decisions

• The future of media and the subscription model

Todd was incredibly open about his journey, and I’m grateful for his generosity in sharing it.

This episode was recorded on January 20, 2026.

Episode Highlights

• 18:13 - Lessons from the Butcher Shop
• 27:27 - Building a Media Empire
• 36:44 - Integrity in Journalism
• 45:43 - Challenges and Triumphs in Business
• 55:01 - The Future of Media and Subscriber Models

Links & Resources

• You check out the NBR here for yourself - https://www.nbr.co.nz/
• Learn more about New Media Solution - https://newmediasolution.co.nz/
• Connect with Todd on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/todd-scott-786b6a10
• If you want your audio to sound sick visit WIZZ FX to see how they can help you take your audio to the next level - https://www.wizzfx.com/

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• Follow us on Instagram: @beyondbroadcastpod
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