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The Media Couple

The Media Couple

By: Rory Nichols & Sophie Haines-Nichols
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The Media Couple is a weekly podcast hosted by the husband-and-wife duo behind A Few Good Productions. Each episode delves into the latest in entertainment, TV, and film, along with the realities of working in media as a couple. From industry trends and behind-the-scenes insights to the challenges of balancing business, creativity, and marriage, we bring candid conversations, humor, and firsthand experiences to the table. Whether you're a media professional or just love great content, join us for an inside look at the industry—through the lens of a real-life creative partnership.

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  • Gregg Wallace, NDAs & the Dark Side of TV Culture
    Jul 10 2025

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    After reports surrounding Gregg Wallace’s exit from MasterChef, we take a deeper look at the TV industry’s NDA problem and how it impacts the people working behind the scenes.

    We also unpack a major new deal between Disney + and ITV that could reshape how shows are made and streamed.

    Plus, we finish on a massive Rotten Tomatoes game...Could Rory get the big win tonight?

    🎧 Thanks for listening to The Media Couple! Remember you can also watch these episodes over on our Youtube channel too!

    If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to:
    ✅ Subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode.
    ✅ Leave us a review—it helps more people find us!
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    📲 Follow us on Instagram or Tiktok for behind-the-scenes updates and more:
    @TheMediaCouple

    New episodes drop every Thursday —see you next week!
    www.themediacouple.com
    www.afewgoodproductions.com

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    24 mins
  • Bezos & Sanchez: PR Wedding of the Century + Bond’s New Director
    Jul 3 2025

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    The Bezos-Sanchez wedding shut down Venice but was it really about love, or about power?

    This week on The Media Couple, we dissected the billionaire wedding of the century and why it felt more like a PR stunt than a celebration. From Kardashians to DiCaprio, from Vogue to private jets, this was a masterclass in soft power and media manipulation.

    Then, we shift gears to Bond and ask the big question:
    Is Amazon about to change James Bond forever?
    With Denis Villeneuve announced as the new Bond director, and Gen Z actors eyed for the role, is the franchise still going to retain its signature British wit and charm?

    Topics We Cover:

    • Bezos’ wedding as a reflection of elite media control
    • The symbolism behind the guest list, the venue, and the coverage
    • What happens when tech billionaires play royalty
    • Amazon’s grip on Bond and what that means for its legacy
    • Casting under-30s: smart move or mistake?
    • And of course… our Rotten Tomatoes Game: Wedding Edition

    🎧 Thanks for listening to The Media Couple! Remember you can also watch these episodes over on our Youtube channel too!

    If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to:
    ✅ Subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode.
    ✅ Leave us a review—it helps more people find us!
    ✅ Share this episode with friends or colleagues who’d enjoy it.

    📲 Follow us on Instagram or Tiktok for behind-the-scenes updates and more:
    @TheMediaCouple

    New episodes drop every Thursday —see you next week!
    www.themediacouple.com
    www.afewgoodproductions.com

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    26 mins
  • Q&A: Is Film School Worth It in 2025? And Other Big Industry Questions
    Jun 18 2025

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    It’s Q&A time! In this episode of The Media Couple, we ask each other 10 big questions about film, TV, and what it’s really like working in the media industry today.

    Expect honest answers on:

    • Whether you need money or connections to get your foot in the door
    • The truth about film school in 2025
    • Who we’d cast in every Netflix show (Jake Gyllenhaal fans, rise)
    • Our favourite actor transformations and dream projects
    • Why kids’ media isn’t what it used to be—and what that means

    We cover Skins, Twilight, Succession, The Big Short, Game of Thrones, Tarantino, and more.

    🎧 Thanks for listening to The Media Couple! Remember you can also watch these episodes over on our Youtube channel too!

    If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to:
    ✅ Subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode.
    ✅ Leave us a review—it helps more people find us!
    ✅ Share this episode with friends or colleagues who’d enjoy it.

    📲 Follow us on Instagram or Tiktok for behind-the-scenes updates and more:
    @TheMediaCouple

    New episodes drop every Thursday —see you next week!
    www.themediacouple.com
    www.afewgoodproductions.com

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    26 mins

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