Media Watch
Synopsis
An Australian media analysis television program currently focusing on critiquing the Australian media.
Season 2025 Episodes
EP 1
Media Watch returns with new host Linton Besser. This week: A media storm over big asylum seeker figures, but did anyone check the numbers?…
EP 2
Trump 2.0 media circus; ABC's 'Antoinette issue'; Nine's beach house porkies. Presented by Linton Besser.
EP 3
Sam Newman's nazi boost; Daily Tele's stunt backfires; Seven's horoscope horror. Presented by Linton Besser.
EP 4
'Jack The Ripper' revelations come back from the dead and the media keep forgetting. Seven puffs up golden boy Basil Zempilas in the WA ele…
EP 5
Marty Sheargold's jibe at the Matildas proves the final straw for Triple M bosses. A foreign interference scoop proves a dud. Plus Sky's St…
EP 6
Commercial TV networks go all in on Cyclone Alfred coverage, Labor scores a win with misreported housing numbers, plus Trump takes control …
EP 7
The explosive laden caravan turns out to be a con job. Clive Palmer tries to provoke outrage and succeeds at The Age. Political commentator…
EP 8
Claims by The Australian that Yallourn coal plant will have its life extended come under scrutiny. Andrew 'Twiggy' Forrest's fight against …
EP 9
Labor invites social media influencers into budget lockup, Star journo Nick McKenzie caught on secret recording, plus There's a bear in the…
EP 10
Miracle sports water: Seven gives oxygenated water too much oxygen. Travel insurance tales: 1Cover's warm embrace by news outlets. Plus rad…
EP 11
Billionaire gives back: Adrian Portelli's cash splash whips shoppers and the news media into a frenzy. Plus reins of power - racing industr…
EP 12
Poll position: A shock SMS poll result boots a Labor heavyweight, but raises questions. Plus an old-school comedian reaches out to an old a…
EP 13
Election surprise: Labor's landslide win - why some media failed to sway voters. SBS's new family DNA show, with a big-pocketed partner bac…
EP 14
Holy smoke: How the election of a new Pope caught some in the media off guard. Nine's travel lift out showcases a new destination a little …
Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes of Media Watch are there?
Media Watch ran for 20 seasons with over 400 episodes, though the exact count varies by season and special editions.
Where can I watch Media Watch online?
All episodes are available to stream for free in HD on MyWatchFlix, accessible from any device with an internet connection.
What is the premise of Media Watch?
The show critically examines Australian media coverage, interviewing journalists, analyzing news stories, and exposing biases in reporting.
