Binge and Kayo Sports will host the following panels at SXSW in Sydney this week.
The Real Housewives of Sydney appearance and Q&A
Tuesday October 17
7pm – 7.30pm
Tumbalong Park Stage
One of the world’s most popular reality franchises, the reinvigorated new Binge Original series of The Real Housewives of Sydney is the show on everyone’s lips. Join three of the fabulous and formidable women of the show – Dr Kate Adams, Victoria Montano and Sally Obermeder in conversation with Sydney Confidential’s Jonathon Moran as they share what’s in store in this brand new series full of extravagant parties and lavish lifestyles as the Housewives navigate the complexities of their friendships and personal lives.
Rewriting the rules of sports marketing
Friday October 20
11.00am – 12.00pm
International Convention Centre (ICC)
The sports industry faces new challenges from Gen Z’s waning interest in sport to platform viewing proliferation and increased competition from sports globally. We need to understand the new rules to cut through and engage the next generation of fans. Jo Weston (We Are Social), Kim McConnie (Kayo Sports), and Olympic Gold Medallist Chloe Dalton OAM, will explore the changing landscape of sports marketing, the cultural impact it has on our lives, and how we can ensure we’re mastering the new arenas for sports viewing and conversation.
From Big Little Lies to The Undoing – a conversation with Bruna Papandrea and Alison Hurbert-Burns
Friday October 20
11.30am – 12.30pm
International Convention Centre (ICC)
Australian Emmy-winning producer and the woman behind some of the biggest TV shows and films in the world including Gone Girl, The Undoing and Big Little Lies, Bruna Papandrea, sits down with Executive Director, Binge and Commissioning & Content, Foxtel Group, Alison Hurbert-Burns to discuss bringing female-centric voices to our screen. What’s at the heart of a good story? How can stories influence, challenge, make us feel uncomfortable whilst reflecting who we are and the world we live in? Hear the perspectives of a producer and commissioner as they talk about their careers to date, and how the stories being created in Australia are resonating here and around the world.
Press Play – Streaming ahead
Friday October 20
2.30pm – 3.30pm
International Convention Centre (ICC)
Cate Hefele will be joined by cricket star Elyse Perry, netball great Bianca Chatfield and Hannah Hollis. Streaming has transformed the way Australians experience sport and paved new ways for athletes to connect with fans. In this session, we hear from those who are part of this evolution, from innovating the viewing experience to the stars who are riding and embracing the change wave.