That's Showbiz Baby!

This week on TSB, Alex & Jordy discuss the decline and eventual end of "Neighbours." They explore the show's ratings drop, the move from Channel Ten to digital channel Peach, and the costs of producing drama in the streaming era. We touch on Channel Ten's financial struggles, its acquisition by Skydance, and whether the return of "Big Brother" can help save the networks identity. Alex reveals the Survivor AU juice she's been sitting on and we question whether a past contestant can become a successful host. Do you think David Genat is up to the task of filling the shoes of JLP? Speaking of new hosts, Sam Armytage is about to hit screens on 9's reimagining of Golden Bachelor & there's already rumours swirling about her & THE BACH HIMSELF. Not going to lie, watching the host & leading man fall for eachother would make for DELICIOUS TV. We move on to discuss Ellen DeGeneres’ reputation, workplace allegations, and the culture behind her show. We discuss conspiracy theories involving Ellen Degeneres that may have contributed to her downfall, including the most BIZARRE video of her former partner, Anne Hesch seemingly UNZIPPING herself from a body bag?! But what can we really believe when when we get our info online, where ANYONE can say ANYTHING? All we know for sure is the higher the pedestal, the greater the fall... Follow us for more on socials @thatsshowbizbaby.pod ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Jordy & Alex are BACK from a short break & boy, do they have some yapping to do. Whilst recovering in hospital, Jordy binged watched Netflix doco 'Fit for Television', & shows tge unethical treatment of contestants, extreme weight-loss demands, and lasting health impacts. The conversation shifts to modern weight loss trends, including the controversy over GLP-1 injections and celebrity endorsements, highlighting societal judgments and the complexities of influencer culture. It's all a mix of blurred lines between personal choice, advertising, and ethics in today’s media landscape & we honestly don't know where we sit on it all. We have a laugh over a drunken Logies mishap & Jordy shares how Neighbours icon, Stefan Dennis slipped through our fingers as a TSB guest. But don't worry guys! We're working away behind the scenes to try & get some Ramsay St alum in the hotseat to celebrate the final ep later this year. Follow us on socials @thatsshowbizbaby.pod for more! ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Alex & Jordy attended the Melbourne premiere of "Naked Gun" & we HAVE to talk about the SNOWMAN. Alex is convinced that the rumored Liam Neeson–Pam Anderson romance is all PR but Jordy wants to believe it's real. What are your thoughts? We then dive into Taylor Swift’s appearance Travis Kelce's pod & her new albums tagline which is delightfully similar to the name of this very podcast. Naturally, Jordy thinks we should be first choice for any Australian media around the album, but Alex doesn't think she's worthy. Alex accidentally spoiled the results of "MasterChef Australia" but they'll never guess who her source was & Jordy brings a show & tell album from her past to share with the class. Follow us on socials for more @thatsshowbizbaby.pod ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

These 2 bitter old hags have been out & have thoughts to share on Nikki Glaser's Australian tour as well as the Dolly Parton musical, Here You Come Again. In an unexpected turn of events, Alex now has BEEF with The Project socials after they UNFOLLOWED her on Instagram (rude). The universe continues to serve bullshit on a silver platter to Alex as two ex-MAFS men have made contact on Bumble & Instagram alike. We seriously can't make this up... Speaking of MAFS, we both agree that contestants should NOT be invited to The Logies...or on our podcast (with the exception of Evelyn). In our opinion, The Logies is a sacred event for Australian television. No unhinged reality contestants should be allowed to roam free among TV royalty on their night of nights, okay? We discuss the price that comes with fame and how much we're willing to pay. Jordy reminisces on the HUGE price she paid for turning down a job in America but don't worry, she has no regrets & wouldn't rather be anywhere else than with our showbies. Finally, Jordy is wanting to act again & we're taking you on the ride. Who knows what (if anything) will happen, but she's posted about it on socials, so at least has to make an attempt. STAY TUNED! Join us LIVE on socials this SUNDAY as we tune into The Logies from Alex' house! We'll be frocked up with a wine in hand, ready to commentate from the comfort of Alex' couch. Listen to our LOGIES BUMPER EP on ACAST [https://shows.acast.com/thats-showbiz-baby-/episodes/forget-glitz-glamour-were-exposing-the-logies-dirt-the-netwo] / APPLE [https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/thats-showbiz-baby/id1739718212?i=1000665618155] / SPOTIFY [https://open.spotify.com/episode/6hcjCUX3UzEb8S1nLABVPa?si=34db65d08813437b] Follow us on socials @thatsshowbizbaby.pod ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Back from a 2 week hiaitus, Jordy & Alex sit down to discuss Ten News Plus, the seemingly unpopular replacement of The Project. We read out your feedback, which critiques the serious (and aggressive?!) tone, lack of host chemistry, and poor ratings. We discuss GEN-Z/influencer culture after overhearing some eye opening conversations at the Barbie Malibu Cafe in Chadstone & question whether over-exposing yourself on the internet = talent. Also on the agenda: celebrity weddings, the changing nature of fame in the digital age, highlighting how social media and built-in audiences now shape success in entertainment and publishing. Want more? Follow us on socials @thatsshowbizbaby.pod ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.