Natasha Lee

Jan 16, 2025 | mediaweek.com.au | Natasha Lee

David Lynch, the iconic creator behind Twin Peaks, Blue Velvet, and Mulholland Drive, has passed away at 78, his family confirmed via Facebook. Renowned for his surreal, dreamlike storytelling and visually arresting style, Lynch redefined filmmaking with works as unsettling as they were groundbreaking. In 2019, he received an honorary Academy Award for his extraordinary contributions to cinema. Lynch recently took to X to reveal he was battling emphysema.

Jan 14, 2025 | harro.com | Natasha Lee

Australians are tuning in to stay informed, with the ABC’s News Top Stories podcast claiming the title of the most-listened-to podcast for December 2024. According to the Australian Podcast Ranker, the show pulled in 691,318 listeners for the month, edging out rivals thanks to its consistent flow of over 400 episodes. The jump to #1 comes as Casefile and Hamish & Andy, usually chart-toppers, took a holiday break.

Jan 13, 2025 | mediaweek.com.au | Natasha Lee

Nine Entertainment Co. has appointed former News Corp Australia and Foxtel CEO Peter Tonagh as an independent non-executive director. Tonagh has held several key roles during his time at both News Corp Australia and Foxtel, including serving as CEO. He is currently the chair of Quantium, Australia’s leading data and analytics company, as well as GTN Limited, Bus Stop Films, and Honey Insurance. Until recently, Tonagh also served as deputy chair of the ABC, a position he has since stepped down from.

Jan 13, 2025 | mediaweek.com.au | Natasha Lee

T-Mobile has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire digital-out-of-home (DOOH) ad tech firm Vistar Media. The $600 million deal is part of T-Mobile’s strategy to grow revenue beyond internet and phone plans by expanding its advertising business. The acquisition, slated to close in Q1 2025 (pending regulatory approvals), will give T-Mobile access to Vistar’s critical DOOH capabilities.

Jan 13, 2025 | mediaweek.com.au | Natasha Lee

Just mere minutes after Mediaweek had announced whispers that Hamish Macdonald would be taking over the Mornings program on 702 ABC Radio Sydney in 2025, Aunty confirmed the news. His appointment follows the axing of former host Sarah Macdonald (no relation). Hamish, 43, will present the show from Monday to Thursday, with his first shift starting next Monday. In a written statement, Hamish was quick to pay tribute to his predecessor.