Beyond Reality: Reality TV Interviews with Producers, Crew & Talent
Beyond Reality is the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the biggest global unscripted TV hits.
Hosted by TV producer Hayley Ferguson, each episode uncovers the untold stories of the people who shape the shows we can’t stop watching — from producers and directors to editors, crew, and on-screen personalities.
Beyond Reality: Reality TV Interviews with Producers, Crew & Talent
Senior Multimedia Producer - Ben Shackleford | Lego Masters, Top Gear Australia
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In this episode I chat with Ben Shackleford, a multimedia producer with a background in unscripted entertainment. He's worked on shows like Top Gear Australia, Lego Masters and The Mole. We discuss how the industry is changing and how he's evolved his career along the way.
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Host and Producer: Hayley Ferguson
Audio Editor: Andrew Soo
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If you enjoyed this episode check out my interviews with:
Creative Director, ITV Studios Australia - Alex Mavroidakis
Head of Unscripted Production, BBC Studios Australia - Arianna Gusi
Head of Global Formats, Eureka Productions - Wes Dening
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