Billi FitzSimons pulls back the curtain on how The Daily Aus has become one of the most influential news sources for young Australians. As editor of the platform and co-host of its podcast, which reaches more than two million listeners each month. Billi is helping reshape how a new generation engages with news and current affairs.

In this episode of Behind the Mic, Billi explains how The Daily Aus connects with Gen Z audiences, why traditional media often struggles to reach younger listeners, and what issues actually matter most to that generation right now.

She also opens up about navigating visibility in the media industry, including the unique pressure of building a career while growing up with two of Australia’s most recognisable journalists: Lisa Wilkinson and Peter FitzSimons.

Billi reflects on carving out her own identity in media, the responsibility that comes with informing millions of young Australians, and how she balances credibility with relatability in an era where trust in news is constantly evolving.

Honest, thoughtful and insightful, this conversation explores the future of journalism, the power of podcasting to reach new audiences, and the determination it takes to build your own voice in a crowded media landscape.

Whether you’re interested in media, journalism, or understanding how Gen Z consumes news, this episode offers a fascinating look at the next generation shaping the conversation.

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Billi FitzSimons pulls back the curtain on how The Daily Aus has become one of the most influential news sources for young Australians. As editor of the platform and co-host of its podcast, which reaches more than two million listeners each month. Billi is helping reshape how a new generation engages with news and current affairs.
In this episode of Behind the Mic, Billi explains how The Daily Aus connects with Gen Z audiences, why traditional media often struggles to reach younger listeners, and what issues actually matter most to that generation right now.
She also opens up about navigating visibility in the media industry, including the unique pressure of building a career while growing up with two of Australia&rsquo;s most recognisable journalists: Lisa Wilkinson and Peter FitzSimons.
Billi reflects on carving out her own identity in media, the responsibility that comes with informing millions of young Australians, and how she balances credibility with relatability in an era where trust in news is constantly evolving.
Honest, thoughtful and insightful, this conversation explores the future of journalism, the power of podcasting to reach new audiences, and the determination it takes to build your own voice in a crowded media landscape.
Whether you&rsquo;re interested in media, journalism, or understanding how Gen Z consumes news, this episode offers a fascinating look at the next generation shaping the conversation.
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Behind the Mic with Mike E (Mike Etheridge) is the podcast where Australia’s biggest podcast and audio creators reveal who they really are.

These aren’t promo interviews. They’re honest, relaxed and often surprisingly personal conversations about career pivots, pressure, ego, burnout, ambition, personal life, relationships and what it really takes to build an audience in audio today.

It’s about the person behind the brand. The doubts, the risks, the reinventions and the moments that changed everything. After more than 14 years in breakfast radio (Mike E & Emma) and still deep in the audio game, Mike E understands the egos, expectations and everything in between. That insider perspective makes for conversations that are raw, revealing and unfiltered.

Whether you’re chasing your own goals, curious about the people behind the voices you hear every day, or just love honest conversation, Behind the Mic dives into the human side of success, ambition and resilience.

Real conversations. No scripts. Just the truth behind the mic.

Follow Mike E on: Instagram, Facebook and Linkedin.

Behind the Mic with Mike E (Mike Etheridge) is the podcast where Australia&rsquo;s biggest podcast and audio creators reveal who they really are.
These aren&rsquo;t promo interviews. They&rsquo;re honest, relaxed and often surprisingly personal conversations about career pivots, pressure, ego, burnout, ambition, personal life, relationships and what it really takes to build an audience in audio today.
It&rsquo;s about the person behind the brand. The doubts, the risks, the reinventions and the moments that changed everything. After more than 14 years in breakfast radio (Mike E &amp; Emma) and still deep in the audio game, Mike E understands the egos, expectations and everything in between. That insider perspective makes for conversations that are raw, revealing and unfiltered.
Whether you&rsquo;re chasing your own goals, curious about the people behind the voices you hear every day, or just love honest conversation, Behind the Mic dives into the human side of success, ambition and resilience.
Real conversations. No scripts. Just the truth behind the mic.
Follow Mike E on: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mikeeradio/">Instagram</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/mikeeshow">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-etheridge-ba9733391/">Linkedin.</a>

Behind the Mic with Mike E

Behind the Mic with Mike E (Mike Etheridge) is the podcast where Australia’s biggest podcast and audio creators reveal who they really are.

These aren’t promo interviews. They’re honest, relaxed and often surprisingly personal conversations about career pivots, pressure, ego, burnout, ambition, personal life, relationships and what it really takes to build an audience in audio today.

It’s about the person behind the brand. The doubts, the risks, the reinventions and the moments that changed everything. After more than 14 years in breakfast radio (Mike E & Emma) and still deep in the audio game, Mike E understands the egos, expectations and everything in between. That insider perspective makes for conversations that are raw, revealing and unfiltered.

Whether you’re chasing your own goals, curious about the people behind the voices you hear every day, or just love honest conversation, Behind the Mic dives into the human side of success, ambition and resilience.

Real conversations. No scripts. Just the truth behind the mic.

Behind the Mic with Mike E (Mike Etheridge) is the podcast where Australia’s biggest podcast and audio creators reveal who they really are.

These aren’t promo interviews. They’re honest, relaxed and often surprisingly personal conversations about career pivots, pressure, ego, burnout, ambition, personal life, relationships and what it really takes to build an audience in audio today.

It’s about the person behind the brand. The doubts, the risks, the reinventions and the moments that changed everything. After more than 14 years in breakfast radio (Mike E & Emma) and still deep in the audio game, Mike E understands the egos, expectations and everything in between. That insider perspective makes for conversations that are raw, revealing and unfiltered.

Whether you’re chasing your own goals, curious about the people behind the voices you hear every day, or just love honest conversation, Behind the Mic dives into the human side of success, ambition and resilience.

Real conversations. No scripts. Just the truth behind the mic.

Follow Mike E on: Instagram, Facebook and Linkedin.

Behind the Mic with Mike E (Mike Etheridge) is the podcast where Australia&rsquo;s biggest podcast and audio creators reveal who they really are.
These aren&rsquo;t promo interviews. They&rsquo;re honest, relaxed and often surprisingly personal conversations about career pivots, pressure, ego, burnout, ambition, personal life, relationships and what it really takes to build an audience in audio today.
It&rsquo;s about the person behind the brand. The doubts, the risks, the reinventions and the moments that changed everything. After more than 14 years in breakfast radio (Mike E &amp; Emma) and still deep in the audio game, Mike E understands the egos, expectations and everything in between. That insider perspective makes for conversations that are raw, revealing and unfiltered.
Whether you&rsquo;re chasing your own goals, curious about the people behind the voices you hear every day, or just love honest conversation, Behind the Mic dives into the human side of success, ambition and resilience.
Real conversations. No scripts. Just the truth behind the mic.
Behind the Mic with Mike E (Mike Etheridge) is the podcast where Australia&rsquo;s biggest podcast and audio creators reveal who they really are.
These aren&rsquo;t promo interviews. They&rsquo;re honest, relaxed and often surprisingly personal conversations about career pivots, pressure, ego, burnout, ambition, personal life, relationships and what it really takes to build an audience in audio today.
It&rsquo;s about the person behind the brand. The doubts, the risks, the reinventions and the moments that changed everything. After more than 14 years in breakfast radio (Mike E &amp; Emma) and still deep in the audio game, Mike E understands the egos, expectations and everything in between. That insider perspective makes for conversations that are raw, revealing and unfiltered.
Whether you&rsquo;re chasing your own goals, curious about the people behind the voices you hear every day, or just love honest conversation, Behind the Mic dives into the human side of success, ambition and resilience.
Real conversations. No scripts. Just the truth behind the mic.
Follow Mike E on: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mikeeradio/">Instagram</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/mikeeshow">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-etheridge-ba9733391/">Linkedin.</a>