"... it seems to me that, if you’re going to argue about the content on a #radio show, you discuss that off air, not on. Unless, of course, the argument *is* the content you were aiming to create." #kyleandjackieo misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/breaking-k...

Is it all over for the Kyle and Jackie O Show? Is their fate written in the stars? If their on-air row wasn't a stunt, is their relationship repairable? What does that all mean for ARN and radio in general? misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/breaking-k...

Sky News’s new identity looks and sounds familiar. Will News 24 be confused with the ABC service formally known as News 24, which is actually on channel 24? Also, Baldrick's cunning plan in Ipswich and the Muppets take Brisbane. misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/confusion-...

When #9News reporter Josh Bavas, in Sandringham, mentioned a delivery of groceries to ex-prince Andrew, the footage showed it was from Waitrose, the expensive supermarket chain most Britons can't afford. I say: let him eat toast and beans from Tesco (and make it himself).

I can't feel sorry for the top tier of the British royal family, including the heir, over the Andrew business. We know they all knew about him, because we all knew. However, they were happy for the seedier media to attack Harry and Meghan rather than go after the real villain.

Ed Sheeran in "the best Ipswich": a coup for the city and three radio stations seeking reflected glory, a let down, or a big fat nothing burger? Link in Comments. misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/update-ed-...

What do you know about royal scandals? The Wrinkle has The Quiz! thewrinkle.substack.com/p/a-right-ro...

Ed Sheeran ^did^ visit Ipswich, Queensland, Australia -- and two radio stations are already claiming the credit. misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/desperatel...

Almost 40 years ago, I worked for a newspaper with the slogan: "I'm worth listening to." As I get older, I wonder if I'm even being seen let alone heard.

Rumour file: Which Brisbane radio station is using and old list of quiz questions, enabling one listener to provide the answer to my source before the question was even asked on air? misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/pssst-here...

Rumour has it that a radio segment could be "gamed" by people wanting publicity for their big events. But I'm NOT saying it has been. Also: why QPAC doesn't want your (old-school) money. misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/pssst-here...

Andrew Mountbatten Windsor arrested.

Aussie makes front page of BBC website Winter Games coverage. But not in a good way.

The good people of Ipswich, Queensland, are hoping for a visit from music royalty. And two Brisbane radio stations are battling over bragging rights. misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/desperatel...

I can count the number of Brisbane restaurants that I frequented when I was a university student and are still around today on one finger of one hand. And that establishment is... misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/minding-my...

I've just read that there's going to be a "modern reimagining" of Scooby Doo on Netflix and I'm very concerned that somebody's about to ruin another part of my childhood. variety.com/2026/tv/news...

Retirement is your time to live life at your own pace. But don't let time get away with you. thewrinkle.substack.com/p/setting-ta...

They say you should never go back. Well, I revisited the Pancake Manor 45 years after I first wrote about it, and here's what I found. Do you have fond memories of the Manor or any other venue? Let me know! misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/minding-my...

I've just selected a few at random. What were your favourite radio stunts? misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/does-radio...

We all have our own preferences in music, which is fine. But should we be telling others what to listen to? thewrinkle.substack.com/p/a-beautifu...

I've been admonished for not having a question about Tonto. Here's a quiz about sidekicks ... thewrinkle.substack.com/p/the-great-...

So, it's now all about "Australian values". I was born here and my "values" don't involve wrapping myself in the flag; they involve living in a country where we can discuss and respectfully disagree on issues such as whether we need to change that flag. #auspol

What does the future hold for community sport clubs? How can we ensure their survival? misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/community-...

“There is a profound difference between being authentic and being abrasive, and that distinction lies entirely in our intent.” thewrinkle.substack.com/p/truth-bomb...

Pass the “thrown”.

My first ever story about radio concerned censorship of a four-letter word. That was 46 years ago. Would it happen today? Language warning! misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/call-me-mi...

The new radio code of conduct urges stations to "take special care" with content during the morning and afternoon school runs. Is that doing enough to protect kids? misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/radio-code...

Is radio out of ideas? Is Christian O’Connell national Breakfast show all about rebuilding radio for the future? Or is live and local still the way to go? misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/its-time-t...

A slip of the tongue on #9News had this politician saying the opposite of what (I think) she meant to say. Video in link. misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/breaking-m...

“Michael Atkinson... first rocketed to fame in the early part of this decade as a contributor to the Radio 4BC Weekends show, hosted by Spencer Howson and produced by me.” misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/another-br...

I think the Sydney Morning Herald has its classic movies mixed up.

Are relevant, humorous stories the missing ingredient on ratings-challenged radio stations? misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/all-talk-a...

The search for relevance requires looking at the gaps in a community or an industry and asking not just “What do I want?” but “What is needed that only I can provide?” thewrinkle.substack.com/p/the-search...

“Ageing isn’t a problem to be solved; it’s a reality to be navigated. And, if at all possible, to be enjoyed!” thewrinkle.substack.com/p/an-honest-...

Back to some thoughts about radio... including the possibility of 4BC being on-sold. Also: Is media even a good investment for the average punter? And, guess who, don't sue ... the Brisbane celeb who got banned from social media. misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/my-audacio...

“We need to heed the people who’ve known what it’s like to be young and now understand what slips away, and what comes into play, as the years pass.” thewrinkle.substack.com/p/an-honest-...

Do we really need to see seven photos of the Lord Mayor on a two-page leaflet to know the council is doing its job? misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/wheres-adr...

I wish I had a dollar for every time I've read the following words : "Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has always denied any wrongdoing." To use another well-worn phrase, it's time for him to help police with their inquiries.

About ageing: While we may no longer be mapping out thirty-year career trajectories, the importance of having a “next thing” cannot be overstated. thewrinkle.substack.com/p/chase-the-...

Oh, I was also quoted in The Courier-Mail today regarding the Nine Radio sale to the Laundy family.

Why this screen grab is a metaphor for Nine Entertainment's relationship with the radio assets it just sold... misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/analysis-w...

The last batch of Epstein releases seemed designed to focus attention on Bill Clinton. This time it's Bill Gates. If they have done anything wrong, let them pay the price. But this seems like a diversion. We should be asking: what -- or, more to the point, who -- is missing here?

Yes, that was me on 7News Queensland last night talking about the Nine Radio sale.

The sale of Nine Radio to a pub-owning family seems like a good outcome for employees -- but they are not all toasting the outcome just yet. misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/does-4bc-s...

Official: Pubs king Laundy to take over at Nine Radio. misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/laundy-tak...

The Nine Radio network, including Brisbane's 4BC, has reportedly been sold to a surprise bidder: pub king Arthur Laundy. misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/nine-radio...

Why you won't be hearing Spencer Howson on the ABC this year. misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/fans-angry...

A follow-up to my post from yesterday. It appears that the ABC is not being consistent in the way that it applies its conflict-of-interest policy. Others at Aunty are doing double duty -- including with its competitors! misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/fans-angry...

You won't believe what @spencerhowson.bsky.social is doing next. misterbrisbane.substack.com/p/exclusive-...