In this episode, we chat with Stu Buckland about his career journey and experiences in podcast production and the broader media industry.
From his childhood days improvising songs and recording radio shows on cassette tape to navigating the challenges of working in the corporate sector, Stu offers great insight into an array of topics such as job loss, the shifting employment landscape and the importance of self-trust in navigating creative careers. We get a glimpse of his foray into acting and comedy, before learning how courage opened Stu up to new opportunities and promotions in the corporate media world.
Having been instrumental in developing and launching the first ever podcast platform at Network Ten, Stu reflects on the power and potential of podcasting in the present and future. He provides thoughtful reflection on the delicate balance between nurturing personal joy and the desire to bring joy to others. He mentions the often-overlooked business side of creativity, highlighting the necessity of coupling artistic talent with the ability to self-promote and manage the commercial aspects of one's work.
Stu also discusses his current projects; two podcasts he is currently hosting, as well as an exciting new project he is producing centered on young stroke survivors. Through these ventures, Stu continues to explore new avenues of creative expression while staying committed to personal growth and helping others through his work.
This episode is an insightful exploration on the highs and lows of a media career, offering listeners both inspiration and practical wisdom from someone who has navigated the challenges of the creative world with passion and resilience.
Guest Bio:
Stuart Buckland is a podcast producer and media manager.
Stuart worked at Network 10 for 11 years, starting in sales operations before shifting careers completely to lead Network 10’s new podcast platform “10 Speaks”. With a small team and minimal budget, Stuart and his team created a platform of more than a dozen shows, Stuart producing some podcasts himself including ’The Professor and the Hack’ with Hugh Riminton and Peter Van Onselen, ‘10 News First Person’, and ‘Where’s William Tyrrell?’ which has been 10 Speaks biggest success to date which has at this point over 6 million listens, the show regularly topping the Apple podcast charts in the ‘All Categories’ and ‘News’ sections during its run. Stuart also helped launch and supervise other successful shows including The Bachelor recap show ‘Cocktails and Roses’ with Osher Gunsberg, “Short Black with Sandra Sully” and “So, Now What?” with Waleed Aly.
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On Courage is a podcast where unique stories and creative voices are lifted up with gratitude.
We interview and study people that we admire, people who have dared to pursue unconventional and competitive career pathways and life endeavours. People who have tried, failed, succeeded and overcome challenges through exercising courage and creativity.
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