Making Tough Choices: A Look into the Decision-Making Process of Television Drama Production with Emma Turner

Decoding the Creative Process: A Conversation with Stuart Murphy, CEO of English National Opera

Ever wondered how the top cultural organisations manage their creative processes? Stuart Murphy, Chief Executive of English National Opera, pulls back the curtain in this fascinating discussion. Catch a glimpse into the intricate work of managing teams to yield the best creative outcomes, and how this differs between organisations like the BBC, Sky and the ENO. Stuart shares his wisdom on recognising the difference between a one-off failure and the sparks of something brilliant, and how ...

Staying 'On Brand' - The Cautionary Tale of the Seventy Year Old Stripper - with Andrew Piller

Enter the fascinating world of TV branding with our guest, Andrew Piller, a veteran executive who's honed his craft in leading entertainment and marketing juggernauts across the globe. In our captivating conversation, Andrew pulls back the curtain on the secret sauce behind successful TV brands, drawing from his vast experience and offering a profound understanding of brand strategy and consistency. He shares pearls of wisdom and real examples, like the journey of America's Got Talent, to hig...

Making Tough Choices: A Look into the Decision-Making Process of Television Drama Production with Emma Turner

Join us in this episode as we explore the captivating world of television drama with Emma Turner, an experienced Executive Producer. Emma shares insights from her extensive career, including producing the popular UK hospital drama ‘Holby City’ and a court show in India.We delve into the decision-making process behind producing compelling television episodes, where Emma emphasises the importance of making tough choices and narrowing down options. She also sheds light on the power dynamics in t...

Cracking the Code: Developing and Acquiring TV Hits with Tracy Jean

Join us in this episode as we dive into the fascinating world of developing and acquiring new television show concepts and ideas. Our guest, Tracy Jean, a seasoned development and acquisitions executive, shares her insights on the collaborative process of generating new ideas and the importance of having a structured approach to the ideation process.We discuss the critical role of execution, including factors such as the production team, executive producer, scheduling, and competition, in det...