The Imaging Hangout
Nova's Brad Leask returns to the show updating on his amazing imaging for the Nova Network in Australia. We deep dive into his awesome Dua Lipa Live Launch and discuss how he finds working from his home studio rather than from the radio station. We hope you enjoy this episode, it’s always such a pleasure to converse with such great talent. If you have any suggestions for future guests please let us know, email
info_outline JAMES LAWSON - Part 2The Imaging Hangout
We're back with the 2nd part of our conversation with the brilliant James Lawson. We cover working late nights, producing imaging for BBC Radio 1Xtra & the legendary Galaxy Radio...which James is still obsessed with! We hope you enjoy this episode, it’s always such a pleasure to converse with such great talent. If you have any suggestions for future guests please let us know, email
info_outline JAMES LAWSON - Part 1The Imaging Hangout
Get ready for Episode 16 of The Imaging Hangout! James Lawson joins us to talk Imaging from the freelancer perspective! James has worked for Hits Radio UK & Orion Radio plus Reelworld and now he showcases his skills at On The Sly. James' imaging crosses formats from CHR to Urban to ALT! In this 2 part special we dive deep into his DAW, end of year Mashups and the plugins he uses to create his sound.
info_outline PAUL DUFFY - Part 2The Imaging Hangout
We're back after the Christmas & New Year break with Part 2 of our chat with Today FM's Paul Duffy. In Part 2 we obvisouly talk about our favourite subject Plugins, Paul's time at Today FM & iRadio plus loads of Paul's imaging and promos. We hope you enjoy this episode, it’s always such a pleasure to converse with such great talent. If you have any suggestions for future guests please let us know, email
info_outline PAUL DUFFY - Part 1The Imaging Hangout
After a longer break than intended, the Imaging Hangout is back with Episode 14. Today FM's Paul Duffy was our guest in a 2 part special! We recorded for so long we've had to split this chat. Paul takes gives us the lowdown on Irish Radio and the pressures of imaging a national brand. Plus the creative tactics Today FM used in their 'Listener Survey' Promos and why he's no longer onair! We hope you enjoy this episode, it’s always such a pleasure to converse with such great talent. If you have any suggestions for future guests please let us know, email
info_outline JEFF SCHMIDT & JEFF NIELSONThe Imaging Hangout
The Imaging Hangout is back with a new episode for 2023. We had the pleasure of chatting with the 2 Jeff's! Jeff Schmidt aka 'Schmiddy' former Alien Imaging big dogg & now Podcast Producer extrodinaire and Jeff Nielson aka 'Aussie Jeff' a creative writing genius from WSFM in Sydney. Schmiddy took us inside the fascinating world of binaural audio in podcasting. Recording true crime podcasts with Stranger Things actor David Harbour. Aussie Jeff showcased his humour and comic timing for Classic Hits imaging on 80s Weekend promos and big station tactics. We hope you enjoy this episode, it’s...
info_outline ASHLEY BARD AND HOWARD RITCHIEThe Imaging Hangout
The Imaging Hangout is back once again with episode 12, and we’ve gone big!Join us as we chat with Global Radio’s Group Head of Brand Sound Design, Ashley Bard. Along with brand VO extraordinaire, Mr Howard Ritchie. We play a game of Secret Sound inside Ash’s new apartment and hear how he & his team create imaging for Capital’s iconic…Jingle Bell Balls at Wembley Stadium and the O2 Arena! Howard divulges what it was like for a Voice Over during lockdown. Not being able to record in the Capital studios with the Producers and the difficulties trying to replicate the microphone...
info_outline WADE TAYLOR AND DOM EVANSThe Imaging Hangout
The Imaging Hangout has arrived with episode 11, this time we’re joined by the excellent Wade Taylor from Chum FM/Bell Media and Dom Evans from Fox FM Melbourne, who images one of the best sounding stations in Australia.
info_outline STEVE STONE AND GAVAN BRUDERERThe Imaging Hangout
Joining us for episode 10 is Voice Talent & Imaging Producer Steve Stone as well as National Imaging Producer for iHeartRadio, Gavan Bruderer.
info_outline ADAM SCHNEIDER & MICHAEL 'SIDEY 'ANDERSENThe Imaging Hangout
Episode 9! Here. We. Go!
info_outlineWe discuss pathways into the industry for new producers & creatives.
We hear how Gordy directs Bafta winning comedian and voice over Matt Berry, for Absolute Radio and he tells us why he has to produce Imaging that will never make it to air!
We showcase some dodgy accents and put our friends to the test to see who can do the best Arnie impression. We also talk about Miles' love for comedy songs, highlighted in his clever Twenty One Pirates parody for The Woody Show.
As always, we thank you for listening. We hope you have a laugh with us and learn from these incredible producers who specialize in hilarious and creative imaging!
(Psst) After the podcast closer we’ve included a few bonus cuts from Gordy’s Gold winning entry for Absolute Radio 40s.