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25/07/2025

New Episode! A Critical Look at THE SHADOW’s 'The Temple Bells of Neban'. - Media Mothership https://mediamothership.au/a-critical-look-at-the-shadows-the-temple-bells-of-neban/
Step into the soundscape of the Golden Age with Media Mothership's critical dive into “The Temple Bells of Neban” — a classic The Shadow episode featuring Orson Welles. Edge Radio 99.3FM

The captivating world of “The Shadow,” one of the most iconic radio drama series of the Golden Age, which aired from 1937 to 1954. In this episode, we explore the rich history and cultural significance of this early pulp character that left a lasting mark on pop culture. Through exclusive docume...

18/07/2025

Latest episode up

Episode 113. First Broadcast 17 July, 2025. We interview Edward Williams, who has recently published his tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) “Kingdoms of Amnesia.” This game is set in a post-cataclysmic world where history has been fractured and restarted. We explore Edward’s creative process a...

27/06/2025

New episode exploring Stephen King’s discussion of early radio dramas and the 'interior eye' concept with its surprising link to Stan Freberg’s radio satire. Is TV the villain in radio’s downfall? Or just another chapter in media evolution?
https://mediamothership.au/media-disruption-and-nostalgia/

Episode 112. First Broadcast 26 June, 2025. Why the renewed interest in “Star Wars: Battlefront 2”? What are the ambitious plans from Chinese studios to AI-remake classic kung fu films featuring legends like Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, and Jet Li. Plus, why the urgency to recover Marty McFly’s los...

15/06/2025

🎙️ New Episode Alert! "Sounds of Terror: The Enduring Impact of Chicken Heart" dives into how a spooky 1930s radio story still echoes in pop culture today. From Bill Cosby to media theory—this one’s a trip into the strange power of sound. > 👂🎧 Listen now → mediamothership.au

12/06/2025

🔥 Listen Live 4pm (AEST) 🔥 The unstoppable terror of Chicken Heart (1937) isn't just horror—it's history and storytelling mastery! 🎙️

📻 Join me as we dissect this classic story via Save the Cat, Stuart Hall, and media panic. From Stephen King’s praise to Bill Cosby’s comedy sketch, we uncover it's significance.

🎧 Streaming soon! Don’t miss it. 💬 What’s your take on Chicken Heart?

06/06/2025

Latest episode out, how are Japan, China and USA all linked through the latest pop culture news? Listen in to find out. https://mediamothership.au/cultural-battles-tiananmen-helldivers-2-and-the-anime-revolution/

05/06/2025

Listen in today @ 4pm to Media Mothership on Edge Radio 99.3FM as we discuss anime and manga, with a chat about the role of anime cyborgs in the 1990s.
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01/06/2025

Why do many Star Wars villains speak with British accents? This and other discussions about media and pop culture are explored in the latest episode of Media Mothership.

Why do many Star Wars villains have British accents? In this episode, we break down the significance of this choice using cultural theory and storytelling frameworks. Drawing from John Fiske’s Textual Poaching, we explore how audiences interpret and reframe these portrayals. Stuart Hall’s theori...

29/05/2025

Are you passionate about radio and eager to learn the ropes of broadcasting? Edge Radio is excited to announce our Introduction to Radio Broadcasting course, and we’d love for you to join us!
Course Highlights:
Plan and Present Your Own Show: Learn the ins and outs of creating and hosting your own radio show on Edge Radio.
Community Radio Experience: Gain hands-on experience working in a vibrant community radio environment.
Course Dates:
Class 1: Thurs 17 July 6-8pm: Legal Responsibilities
Class 2: Thurs 24 July 6-8pm: Technology & Software
Class 3: Thurs 31 July 6-8pm: Making & Promoting Media
Class 4: Practical session (tbc)
For more information, visit our training page. https://www.edgeradio.org.au/get-involved/training/

18/04/2025

Episode 103 is now out covering John Cena's heel turn as a political metaphor for the Trump administration, and our predictions for Wrestlemania 41. Watch on YouTube Heel Turns or grab from your podcaster provider.

Join hosts Craig, Taylor, and special guest Marcus as they navigate the twists and turns from politics to wrestling. Unpacking Jon Stewart’s fiery commentary...

13/04/2025

Latest podcast episode out, if you're enjoying Black Mirror, check out our discussion of the classic 1947 episode "Nothing Behind the Door", from the radio drama series Quiet Now. https://www.mediamothership.au/post/unlocking-nothing-behind-the-door

13/04/2025

New timeslot of THURSDAY 4pm for Media Mothership from this Thursday (17 April 2025).
Listen in live on Edge Radio 99.3FM, streaming on edgeradio.org.au, youtube and twitch.