Behind the Mic with Mike E
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Podcast Overview
<p>Behind the Mic with Mike E (Mike Etheridge) is the podcast where Australia’s biggest podcast and audio creators reveal who they really are.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Real conversations. No scripts. Just the truth behind the mic.</p> <p>Follow Mike E on: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mikeeradio/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mikeeshow">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-etheridge-ba9733391/">Linkedin.</a></p>
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2/17/2026
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Recent Episodes
June 9, 2026
Meshel Laurie: True Crime, Buddhism and Brothels
<p>Meshel Laurie pulls back the curtain on a career that has taken her from stand-up comedy and radio stardom to becoming the voice behind one of Australia's biggest podcasts, Australian True Crime.</p> <p>In this episode of Behind the Mic, Meshel reflects on her journey from aspiring comedian to one of the country's most recognisable broadcasters, including the lessons she learned from decades in live radio and why podcasting has opened doors that traditional media never could.</p> <p>She also shares stories from some of the more unusual chapters of her life, including her time answering phones at a brothel, her love of stand-up comedy, and the highs and lows of a career spent in the public eye. Meshel opens up about the phenomenal success of Australian True Crime, why she was drawn to the genre, and what she's learned from years of speaking to victims, investigators and people whose lives have been touched by crime.</p> <p>We explore why true crime resonates so strongly with audiences, particularly women, whether people are fundamentally good or bad, and how spending years immersed in humanity's darkest moments has shaped her outlook on the world.</p> <p>The conversation also dives into her journey with Buddhism and sobriety, the role both have played in her life, and how those teachings have helped her navigate heartbreak, personal challenges and life beyond the microphone.</p> <p>Honest, thoughtful and deeply human, this conversation explores crime, comedy, spirituality and what happens when you spend years listening to other people's stories.</p> <p>Whether you're a fan of true crime, podcasting or simply fascinated by the people behind the microphone, this episode offers insight, perspective and plenty of surprising stories.</p> <p>Follow Mike E Etheridge on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mikeeradio/">Instagram,</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mikeeshow/">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-etheridge-ba9733391/">LinkedIn.</a> </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
June 2, 2026
Dave Hughes: Is He Right Wing? And Why Leaving Radio Changed Everything
<p>Dave Hughes pulls back the curtain on life after daily radio and why stepping away made him realise just how much of the industry can be driven by ego.</p> <p>One of Australia’s most recognisable comedians and media personalities, Hughesy has spent decades on television, radio, stage and podcasts. But away from the pressure of chasing ratings and headlines, he says he’s gained a very different perspective on success.</p> <p>In this episode of Behind the Mic, Dave reflects on leaving radio, why the experience changed the way he views the industry, and how distance helped him focus on what he genuinely loves most; comedy.</p> <p>He also opens up about why he’d still perform stand-up even if nobody was paying him, the thrill of making people laugh, and what continues to drive him after so many years in entertainment. And fair warning! Dave doesn't hold back. He goes on quite the rant about government spending, bureaucracy and where he believes taxpayers' money is being wasted. Along the way, he tackles a question many people have been asking: has he become more conservative as he's gotten older, or is he simply frustrated by what he sees happening around him?</p> <p>Funny, passionate and completely unfiltered, this conversation explores ambition, aging, politics, comedy and the challenge of staying true to yourself in an industry built on attention.</p> <p>Whether you know him from radio, television or stand-up, this episode offers a fascinating look at the man behind one of Australia's most distinctive voices.</p> <p>Follow Mike E Etheridge on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mikeeradio/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mikeeshow/">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-etheridge-ba9733391/">LinkedIn. </a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
May 26, 2026
Mitch Churi: Fame, Setbacks and Reinventing Success
<p>Mitch Churi pulls back the curtain on what happens when success comes early — and how quickly life can change when the path you thought you were on suddenly shifts.</p> <p>A broadcaster, podcast host and media personality, Mitch found fame at a young age, building a rapid rise in Australian media and becoming one of the industry’s most recognisable young voices. In this episode of Behind the Mic, Mitch opens up about the pressure of finding success so early, what it was like navigating fame while still figuring out who he was, and the challenges that came with growing up in the public eye.</p> <p>He also reflects on the major setback that forced him to reassess everything, how that difficult moment reshaped his career, and why reinvention became the key to his next chapter. Mitch shares how launching his own successful podcast and building a personal brand gave him a fresh sense of purpose, and how he turned a career setback into something much bigger than he originally imagined.</p> <p> Honest, funny and full of perspective, this conversation explores resilience, reinvention and what it really takes to build something new when the original plan falls apart. Whether you’re interested in media, podcasting, or the reality of bouncing back after a setback, this episode offers insight into turning difficult moments into opportunities.</p> <p>Follow Mike E Etheridge on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mikeeradio/">Instagram,</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mikeeshow/">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-etheridge-ba9733391/">LinkedIn. </a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
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- What is Behind the Mic with Mike E?
<p>Behind the Mic with Mike E (Mike Etheridge) is the podcast where Australia’s biggest podcast and audio creators reveal who they really are.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Real conversations. No scripts. Just the truth behind the mic.</p> <p>Follow Mike E on: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mikeeradio/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mikeeshow">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-etheridge-ba9733391/">Linkedin.</a></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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