They're the puppet masters of our favourite reality TV shows.

From the moment a celeb is recruited or a person is plucked from obscurity to star in the latest cooking, dating or survival show, Reality TV producers are back there, pulling the strings, recruiting the biggest personalities and making sure each and every episode will be packed full of drama and scandal.

So why do they do it? What war stories can they share? And who are worse, the normies or the celebs? Reality TV producers spill the tea on what really happens behind the reality TV curtain from MAFS to MKR and Masterchef. 

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Host: Claire Murphy

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Our three anonymous reality TV producers stories were recreated by Mamamia's own Talissa Bazaz, Tahli Blackman and Taylah Strano

Producer: Claire Murphy

Executive Producer: Kally Borg

Audio Producer: Jacob Round

They're the puppet masters of our favourite reality TV shows.
From the moment a celeb is recruited or a person is plucked from obscurity to star in the latest cooking, dating or survival show, Reality TV producers are back there, pulling the strings, recruiting the biggest personalities and making sure each and every episode will be packed full of drama and scandal.
So why do they do it? What war stories can they share? And who are worse, the normies or the celebs? Reality TV producers spill the tea on what really happens behind the reality TV curtain from MAFS to MKR and Masterchef. 
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CONTACT US
Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at <a href="mailto:thequicky@mamamia.com.au">thequicky@mamamia.com.au</a>
CREDITS 
Host: Claire Murphy
With thanks to: 
Our three anonymous reality TV producers stories were recreated by Mamamia's own Talissa Bazaz, Tahli Blackman and Taylah Strano
Producer: Claire Murphy
Executive Producer: Kally Borg
Audio Producer: Jacob Round

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Then you need The Quicky.   Mamamia's daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then deep dives on one topic you want to know more about.  
It's the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day.

The Quicky

A daily news podcast that gets you up to speed on everything happening in the world. Hosted by journalist Claire Murphy. 

A daily news podcast that gets you up to speed on everything happening in the world. Hosted by journalist Claire Murphy.&nbsp;

The Quicky by Mamamia

Do you find the news cycle overwhelming? Depressing? Confusing? Boring? Endless?

Then you need The Quicky. Mamamia's daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then deep dives on one topic you want to know more about.

It's the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day.

Do you find the news cycle overwhelming? Depressing? Confusing? Boring? Endless?
Then you need The Quicky. Mamamia's daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then deep dives on one topic you want to know more about.
It's the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day.

From MAFS To MKR: Confessions Of A Reality TV Producer

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Detectives have returned to Oak Park Station in remote South Australia to search for four-year-old Gus Lamont, who disappeared from his family's property last September.
A second group of seven women and twelve children linked to the terror group  Islamic State are expected to face charges when they arrive back in Australia from a Syrian refugee camp.


The United States military has launched a fresh wave of defensive airstrikes against missile launch sites and mine-laying boats in southern Iran. 


Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called for an independent investigation into Israel's treatment of detained aid activists, describing the current situation in Gaza as catastrophic. 


The Commonwealth Bank of Australia has begun pilot testing an advanced, agentic AI tool inside its popular mobile app. 


The Vivid Sydney drone show has been grounded after a sudden radio frequency malfunction caused 89 drones to fall from the sky and crash into Cockle Bay. 


The 52nd annual American Music Awards took over Las Vegas on Memorial Day, hosted by hip-hop icon Queen Latifah and featuring standout performances from Keith Urban and Twenty One Pilots. 

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<ul>
<li>Detectives have returned to Oak Park Station in remote South Australia to search for four-year-old Gus Lamont, who disappeared from his family's property last September.</li>
<li>A second group of seven women and twelve children linked to the terror group&nbsp; Islamic State are expected to face charges when they arrive back in Australia from a Syrian refugee camp.</li>
<li>
The United States military has launched a fresh wave of defensive airstrikes against missile launch sites and mine-laying boats in southern Iran.&nbsp;
</li>
<li>
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called for an independent investigation into Israel's treatment of detained aid activists, describing the current situation in Gaza as catastrophic.&nbsp;
</li>
<li>
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia has begun pilot testing an advanced, agentic AI tool inside its popular mobile app.&nbsp;
</li>
<li>
The Vivid Sydney drone show has been grounded after a sudden radio frequency malfunction caused 89 drones to fall from the sky and crash into Cockle Bay.&nbsp;
</li>
<li>
The 52nd annual American Music Awards took over Las Vegas on Memorial Day, hosted by hip-hop icon Queen Latifah and featuring standout performances from Keith Urban and Twenty One Pilots.&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
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Audio Producer:&nbsp;Scott Stronach
Group&nbsp;Executive Producer:&nbsp;Ilaria Brophy
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HEADLINES: Search Resumes For Missing Toddler Gus Lamont & BTS Wins Big At American Music Awards

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🗞️ HEADLINES
 Young people forming attitudes about relationships & sex younger than ever
New program launched to help younger patients deal with bowel cancer as diagnosis rates rise
Spy boss tells royal commission Jewish holy events attractive targets for terrorists
Libby Trickett opens up about health scare that almost killed her, urging for more women's health research


Women are facing tougher judgment than men for using AI at work
Tributes continue to flow for AFL legend Neal Daniher
Aussie James Magnussen falls short at inaugural enhanced games
Jacob Elordi reflects on time as Euphoria's Nate Jacobs as his character is killed off
Lizzo shuts down Taylor Swift feud rumours, tells fans to grow up

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Host & Producer: Taylah Strano 

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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🗞️ HEADLINES
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">&nbsp;Young people forming attitudes about relationships &amp; sex younger than ever</li>
<li aria-level="1">New program launched to help younger patients deal with bowel cancer as diagnosis rates rise</li>
<li aria-level="1">Spy boss tells royal commission Jewish holy events attractive targets for terrorists</li>
<li aria-level="1">Libby Trickett opens up about health scare that almost killed her, urging for more women's health research</li>
<li aria-level="1">
Women are facing tougher judgment than men for using AI at work
</li>
<li aria-level="1">Tributes continue to flow for AFL legend Neal Daniher</li>
<li aria-level="1">Aussie James Magnussen falls short at inaugural enhanced games</li>
<li aria-level="1">Jacob Elordi reflects on time as Euphoria's Nate Jacobs as his character is killed off</li>
<li aria-level="1">Lizzo shuts down Taylor Swift feud rumours, tells fans to grow up</li>
</ul>
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Host &amp; Producer: Taylah Strano&nbsp;
Group&nbsp;Executive Producer:&nbsp;Ilaria Brophy
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Jacob Elordi's Brutal Euphoria Exit & The Real Reason Women are Penalised for Using AI

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🗞️ HEADLINES
New details have emerged about why police were at the property where Desmond Filby shot and killed two officers last year
Some teal independents are floating the idea of forming their own political party, but it's already dividing the group
Australians detained while attempting to deliver aid to Gaza have described brutal treatment, allegedly by Israeli forces, as they returned to home soil
Today Show reporter Taylor Haynes, better known as 'Crab Girl', has given an update on her finger
Game of Thrones and Skins actress Hannah Murray has opened up about how a wellness cult left her hospitalised with a psychotic breakdown

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Host: Ailish Delaney

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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🗞️ HEADLINES
<ul>
<li>New details have emerged about why police were at the property where Desmond Filby shot and killed two officers last year</li>
<li>Some teal independents are floating the idea of forming their own political party, but it's already dividing the group</li>
<li>Australians detained while attempting to deliver aid to Gaza have described brutal treatment, allegedly by Israeli forces, as they returned to home soil</li>
<li>Today Show reporter Taylor Haynes, better known as 'Crab Girl', has given an update on her finger</li>
<li>Game of Thrones and Skins actress Hannah Murray has opened up about how a wellness cult left her hospitalised with a psychotic breakdown</li>
</ul>
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Host: Ailish Delaney
Audio Producer:&nbsp;Scott Stronach
Group&nbsp;Executive Producer:&nbsp;Ilaria Brophy
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HEADLINES: Desmond Filby’s Words To Dying Cops & The Game Of Thrones Star Who Joined A Cult

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From MAFS To MKR: Confessions Of A Reality TV Producer

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