March 26, 2023

Start the Week: TV industry's ratings system red faces; 69% think there are too many betting ads

Welcome to Start the Week, our Monday scene-setter for the week ahead.Today:* Public opposition to betting ads on the rise* Details emerge on Chris Janz’s Scire project* Was Foxtel overcounting TV audience?Today’s episode feature Tim Burrowes and Abe Udy.Further reading:* The Guardian: Majority of Australians support banning gambling advertising on TV, study finds* Unmade: Time up for betting ads* The Australian: Ex-Nine execs Chris Janz and David Eisman aim to fill news ‘void’ with business website* Sydney Morning Herald: Foxtel’s television ratings data could be inflated by 40 per centAudio production was courtesy of Abe’s Audio, the people to talk to about voiceovers, sound design and podcast production.Message us: letters@unmade.mediaToodlepip…Tim Burrowestim@unmade.media This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unmade.substack.com

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