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James Manning

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James Manning
James has had a long and sometimes distinguished career working in the magazine industry, having written and edited a number of music publications in his native Melbourne, before starting the Australian edition of British “pop music bible” Smash Hits in 1984. He ran the title successfully for over a decade before moving on to edit other publications and later run a successful photo agency. In 1999 he took over as publisher and editor of Mediaweek.
TV ratings November 17: Firass and Candice liberated from SAS Australia
TV Ratings Analysis

TV ratings November 17: Firass and Candice liberated from SAS Australia

• ABC-produced doco Steve Waugh in India wins its timeslot

by James ManningNov 18, 2020

Ross Crowley recalls Foxtel highlights as he heads home to New Zealand
Features

Ross Crowley recalls Foxtel highlights as he heads home to New Zealand

• Crowley was one of the Foxtel originals, joining the subscription TV platform in April 1995

by James ManningNov 17, 2020

Nine’s #1 faces one more challenge: Julian Cress on The Block auctions
Television

Nine’s #1 faces one more challenge: Julian Cress on The Block auctions

‘I want a happy ending for the contestants, but I can’t make any promises’

by James ManningNov 17, 2020

TV ratings November 16: SAS Australia #1 as The Block exits weeknights
TV Ratings Analysis

TV ratings November 16: SAS Australia #1 as The Block exits weeknights

• As The Block exits weeknights, Seven moves into first place

by James ManningNov 17, 2020

TV ratings November 15: The Block a week away from auctions, judges wrap up
TV Ratings Analysis

TV ratings November 15: The Block a week away from auctions, judges wrap up

• Best of rest: Beat The Chasers, Restoration Oz, Graham Norton

by James ManningNov 16, 2020

Hugh Marks quits: Nine CEO the third TV boss to depart in 15 months
Television

Hugh Marks quits: Nine CEO the third TV boss to depart in 15 months

• Paparazzi hound Marks’ new partner, one reason why the TV boss quit?

by James ManningNov 16, 2020

Week 46 TV: Origin, The Block unbeatable, can Nine win final weeks?
News

Week 46 TV: Origin, The Block unbeatable, can Nine win final weeks?

• There are two ratings weeks left in the year

by James ManningNov 15, 2020

ARIA Charts: Kylie secures her seventh #1 album in two decades
Entertainment

ARIA Charts: Kylie secures her seventh #1 album in two decades

• Singles: Ariana surrenders top spot after 2 weeks as 24kGoldn returns

by James ManningNov 15, 2020

TV Ratings November 12: The Block delivers Nine's Thursday win
TV Ratings Analysis

TV Ratings November 12: The Block delivers Nine's Thursday win

Mediaweek's James Manning looks at last night's TV ratings.

by James ManningNov 13, 2020

How Acast and it podcast partners have prospered in a challenging year
Radio

How Acast and it podcast partners have prospered in a challenging year

In six years, Acast has generated nearly $100 million in revenue for podcasters worldwide.

by James ManningNov 12, 2020

TV Ratings November 11: State Of Origin 2 delivers a win for Nine and NSW
TV Ratings Analysis

TV Ratings November 11: State Of Origin 2 delivers a win for Nine and NSW

Mediaweek's James Manning looks at last night's TV ratings.

by James ManningNov 12, 2020

SMH editor Lisa Davies on Donald Trump, Nick McKenzie & newsletters
News Brands

SMH editor Lisa Davies on Donald Trump, Nick McKenzie & newsletters

How live blogs build audience and grow subscriptions for news brands.

by James ManningNov 11, 2020

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