Beyond Reality: Reality TV Interviews with Producers, Crew & Talent

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Love reality TV? Go behind the scenes with Beyond Reality: the podcast that dives into the world of unscripted television through conversations with the people who make your favourite shows. Hosted by Australian TV producer Hayley Ferguson, each episode features candid interviews with industry professionals, from producers and directors to editors, crew, and on-screen personalities. Whether you’re dreaming of a career in television, already working in the industry, or just obsessed with what happens behind the camera, this podcast offers real insights into how TV gets made. Discover the career paths of industry insiders with stories you won’t hear anywhere else - and find out what it really takes to work in TV.

  1. 17 SEPT

    Luke Toki Exit Interview | Survivor: Australia Vs The World | Episode 10 | Beyond Tribal

    Australian Survivor legend Luke Toki joins Hayley Ferguson after his appearance on Survivor: Australia Vs The World where he was runner up.  Luke shares his feelings about the season, the evolution of his strategy this time around and the sliding door moment he feels cost him his game. We also have the loosest and longest round of quick-fire questions of any Beyond Tribal episode.  Support the show 🔔 FIND US Never miss an episode — hit follow on your favourite podcast app. You can also connect with us here: 📸 Instagram: @beyondrealityau 📘 Facebook: @beyondrealityaus 🐦 X (Twitter): @beyondrealityau 📝 Blog: beyondrealityau.com ☕ SUPPORT THE SHOW Beyond Reality is an independent podcast. If you’d like to support us, you can make a one-off contribution [HERE] (for the price of a coffee!). There’s absolutely no obligation — but every little bit helps keep the show going. Thank you for being part of the Beyond Reality community. ⭐ SPREAD THE WORD Enjoyed this episode? Share it on social media or leave a rating & review in your podcast app — it’s the best way to help others discover Beyond Reality. 🎙 START YOUR OWN PODCAST Thinking about launching your own show? Beyond Reality is hosted on Buzzsprout, our favourite platform for podcast hosting, promotion and tracking. Sign up using this link here and get a $20 credit towards your podcast.

    50 min

  2. 16 SEPT

    Cirie Fields Exit Interview | Survivor: Australia Vs The World | Episode 10 | Beyond Tribal

    In this episode of Beyond Reality: Beyond Tribal, long-time Australian Survivor producer Hayley Ferguson sits down with Survivor Legend Cirie Fields after falling just short of the final tribal council once again in Survivor: Australia Vs The World.  Support the show 🔔 FIND US Never miss an episode — hit follow on your favourite podcast app. You can also connect with us here: 📸 Instagram: @beyondrealityau 📘 Facebook: @beyondrealityaus 🐦 X (Twitter): @beyondrealityau 📝 Blog: beyondrealityau.com ☕ SUPPORT THE SHOW Beyond Reality is an independent podcast. If you’d like to support us, you can make a one-off contribution [HERE] (for the price of a coffee!). There’s absolutely no obligation — but every little bit helps keep the show going. Thank you for being part of the Beyond Reality community. ⭐ SPREAD THE WORD Enjoyed this episode? Share it on social media or leave a rating & review in your podcast app — it’s the best way to help others discover Beyond Reality. 🎙 START YOUR OWN PODCAST Thinking about launching your own show? Beyond Reality is hosted on Buzzsprout, our favourite platform for podcast hosting, promotion and tracking. Sign up using this link here and get a $20 credit towards your podcast.

    19 min

  3. 10 SEPT

    Kass Bastarache Exit Interview | Survivor: Australia Vs The World - Episode 7 | Beyond Tribal

    In this episode of Beyond Reality: Beyond Tribal, long-time Australian Survivor producer Hayley Ferguson sits down with Kass after her dramatic elimination from Survivor: Australia vs The World. Kass opens up about one of the most chaotic tribal councils of the season – including why she was so sure the votes were heading towards Lisa, what went wrong, and how her idol play was meant to be both a game-saving move and a big résumé builder. We chat about: Why she fought so hard to keep Lisa in the gameBuilding and protecting the international allianceFacing off against Parvati in epic endurance challengesPlaying Survivor in a second language – and why it made the game twice as toughThe shock of being cast for Australia vs The World fresh off Survivor QuébecHow Aussies play Survivor differently from the rest of the worldPlus, Kass takes on some fun quickfire questions about camp life, her tribe mates and what reality show she’d take on next. Support the show 🔔 FIND US Never miss an episode — hit follow on your favourite podcast app. You can also connect with us here: 📸 Instagram: @beyondrealityau 📘 Facebook: @beyondrealityaus 🐦 X (Twitter): @beyondrealityau 📝 Blog: beyondrealityau.com ☕ SUPPORT THE SHOW Beyond Reality is an independent podcast. If you’d like to support us, you can make a one-off contribution [HERE] (for the price of a coffee!). There’s absolutely no obligation — but every little bit helps keep the show going. Thank you for being part of the Beyond Reality community. ⭐ SPREAD THE WORD Enjoyed this episode? Share it on social media or leave a rating & review in your podcast app — it’s the best way to help others discover Beyond Reality. 🎙 START YOUR OWN PODCAST Thinking about launching your own show? Beyond Reality is hosted on Buzzsprout, our favourite platform for podcast hosting, promotion and tracking. Sign up using this link here and get a $20 credit towards your podcast.

    18 min

  4. 9 SEPT

    Janine Allis Exit Interview | Survivor: Australia Vs The World - Episode 10 | Beyond Tribal

    Business icon and Survivor: Australia V The World finalist, Janine Allis sits down with long-time Australian Survivor producer Hayley Ferguson to unpack her epic journey to the final 3.  Janine opens up about: What it was like watching the season back Why she returned to play this season after years awayHer powerful alliance with Luke and how trust shaped her gameThe tough decision at final four that changed everythingWhy she values subtle, deliberate gameplay over flashy movesWhat’s next for her after SurvivorPlus, Janine takes on the quickfire questions about idols, blindsides, camp habits, and which reality show she’d love to play next. Support the show 🔔 FIND US Never miss an episode — hit follow on your favourite podcast app. You can also connect with us here: 📸 Instagram: @beyondrealityau 📘 Facebook: @beyondrealityaus 🐦 X (Twitter): @beyondrealityau 📝 Blog: beyondrealityau.com ☕ SUPPORT THE SHOW Beyond Reality is an independent podcast. If you’d like to support us, you can make a one-off contribution [HERE] (for the price of a coffee!). There’s absolutely no obligation — but every little bit helps keep the show going. Thank you for being part of the Beyond Reality community. ⭐ SPREAD THE WORD Enjoyed this episode? Share it on social media or leave a rating & review in your podcast app — it’s the best way to help others discover Beyond Reality. 🎙 START YOUR OWN PODCAST Thinking about launching your own show? Beyond Reality is hosted on Buzzsprout, our favourite platform for podcast hosting, promotion and tracking. Sign up using this link here and get a $20 credit towards your podcast.

    16 min

  5. 8 SEPT

    Parvati Shallow Exit Interview | Survivor: Australia Vs The World: Episode 10 | Beyond Tribal

    In this episode of Beyond Reality: Beyond Tribal, host Hayley Ferguson - longtime producer on Australian Survivor - sits down with Survivor legend and now world champion Parvati Shallow. Support the show 🔔 FIND US Never miss an episode — hit follow on your favourite podcast app. You can also connect with us here: 📸 Instagram: @beyondrealityau 📘 Facebook: @beyondrealityaus 🐦 X (Twitter): @beyondrealityau 📝 Blog: beyondrealityau.com ☕ SUPPORT THE SHOW Beyond Reality is an independent podcast. If you’d like to support us, you can make a one-off contribution [HERE] (for the price of a coffee!). There’s absolutely no obligation — but every little bit helps keep the show going. Thank you for being part of the Beyond Reality community. ⭐ SPREAD THE WORD Enjoyed this episode? Share it on social media or leave a rating & review in your podcast app — it’s the best way to help others discover Beyond Reality. 🎙 START YOUR OWN PODCAST Thinking about launching your own show? Beyond Reality is hosted on Buzzsprout, our favourite platform for podcast hosting, promotion and tracking. Sign up using this link here and get a $20 credit towards your podcast.

    20 min

  6. 2 SEPT

    Lisa Holmes Exit Interview | Survivor: Australia Vs The World | Episode 8 | Beyond Tribal

    In this episode of Beyond Reality: Beyond Tribal, host Hayley Ferguson - longtime producer on Australian Survivor - sits down with Lisa Holmes, the latest player eliminated from Survivor: Australia vs The World. Lisa went into the game as a proud superfan turned Survivor NZ winner. In this interview, she opens up about her Survivor journey, what it was like to go head-to-head with some of the most iconic players in the world, and how it felt to represent the fandom on such a global stage. You’ll hear: How Lisa navigated alliances on the World tribe and why things fell apartHer admiration for Cirie Fields and what she learned from playing alongside her heroThe best parts of being a Survivor superfan living the dreamPlus Lisa takes on the Beyond Tribal quick fire questions!  Support the show 🔔 FIND US Never miss an episode — hit follow on your favourite podcast app. You can also connect with us here: 📸 Instagram: @beyondrealityau 📘 Facebook: @beyondrealityaus 🐦 X (Twitter): @beyondrealityau 📝 Blog: beyondrealityau.com ☕ SUPPORT THE SHOW Beyond Reality is an independent podcast. If you’d like to support us, you can make a one-off contribution [HERE] (for the price of a coffee!). There’s absolutely no obligation — but every little bit helps keep the show going. Thank you for being part of the Beyond Reality community. ⭐ SPREAD THE WORD Enjoyed this episode? Share it on social media or leave a rating & review in your podcast app — it’s the best way to help others discover Beyond Reality. 🎙 START YOUR OWN PODCAST Thinking about launching your own show? Beyond Reality is hosted on Buzzsprout, our favourite platform for podcast hosting, promotion and tracking. Sign up using this link here and get a $20 credit towards your podcast.

    12 min

  7. 1 SEPT

    Tommi Manninen Exit Interview | Survivor: Australia Vs The World | Episode 7 | Beyond Tribal

    In this episode of Beyond Reality: Beyond Tribal, host Hayley Ferguson sits down with Tommy from Finland after his unforgettable exit from Australian Survivor: Australia vs The World. Tommy’s game came to a dramatic end in one of the most chaotic double tribal councils in Survivor history — even with the immunity necklace around his neck. In this exclusive exit interview, Tommy opens up about: ✨ Taking his big swing at Survivor legend Parvati Shallow ✨ The chaos of a double tribal council and losing his necklace without giving it away ✨ Cultural differences between Finnish Survivor and Australian Survivor ✨ What it was like playing alongside icons like Tony Vlachos. Plus, Tommy shares behind-the-scenes stories, including how he got the Survivor call during his wedding weekend, why he loved the scramble of Australian tribal councils, and the reality show he’d love to do next. Beyond Reality host Hayley Ferguson has spent the past decade producing Australian Survivor, and now in this special series, she’s taking you Beyond Tribal. She’ll be chatting with players from Survivor: Australia vs The World as they leave the game - unpacking their strategy, their downfall, and their story beyond the vote. Support the show 🔔 FIND US Never miss an episode — hit follow on your favourite podcast app. You can also connect with us here: 📸 Instagram: @beyondrealityau 📘 Facebook: @beyondrealityaus 🐦 X (Twitter): @beyondrealityau 📝 Blog: beyondrealityau.com ☕ SUPPORT THE SHOW Beyond Reality is an independent podcast. If you’d like to support us, you can make a one-off contribution [HERE] (for the price of a coffee!). There’s absolutely no obligation — but every little bit helps keep the show going. Thank you for being part of the Beyond Reality community. ⭐ SPREAD THE WORD Enjoyed this episode? Share it on social media or leave a rating & review in your podcast app — it’s the best way to help others discover Beyond Reality. 🎙 START YOUR OWN PODCAST Thinking about launching your own show? Beyond Reality is hosted on Buzzsprout, our favourite platform for podcast hosting, promotion and tracking. Sign up using this link here and get a $20 credit towards your podcast.

    17 min

  8. 27 AUG

    Kirby Bentley Exit Interview | Australian Survivor: Australia Vs The World - Episode 6 | Beyond Tribal

    Beyond Reality host Hayley Ferguson has spent the past decade producing Australian Survivor, and now in this special series, she’s taking you Beyond Tribal. She’ll be chatting with players from Survivor: Australia vs The World as they leave the game - unpacking their strategy, their downfall, and their story beyond the vote. In this episode of Beyond Tribal, Hayley chats with Kirby Bentley, a fearless player known for her rebellious energy and strategic gameplay. Kirby reveals:  ✨ The thrill of playing with big names like Parvati and Cirie.  ✨ Whether she's over that Parvati blindside ✨ If she's done playing the game. Plus, Hayley puts Kirby through some quick-fire questions. Support the show 🔔 FIND US Never miss an episode — hit follow on your favourite podcast app. You can also connect with us here: 📸 Instagram: @beyondrealityau 📘 Facebook: @beyondrealityaus 🐦 X (Twitter): @beyondrealityau 📝 Blog: beyondrealityau.com ☕ SUPPORT THE SHOW Beyond Reality is an independent podcast. If you’d like to support us, you can make a one-off contribution [HERE] (for the price of a coffee!). There’s absolutely no obligation — but every little bit helps keep the show going. Thank you for being part of the Beyond Reality community. ⭐ SPREAD THE WORD Enjoyed this episode? Share it on social media or leave a rating & review in your podcast app — it’s the best way to help others discover Beyond Reality. 🎙 START YOUR OWN PODCAST Thinking about launching your own show? Beyond Reality is hosted on Buzzsprout, our favourite platform for podcast hosting, promotion and tracking. Sign up using this link here and get a $20 credit towards your podcast.

    12 min
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Love reality TV? Go behind the scenes with Beyond Reality: the podcast that dives into the world of unscripted television through conversations with the people who make your favourite shows. Hosted by Australian TV producer Hayley Ferguson, each episode features candid interviews with industry professionals, from producers and directors to editors, crew, and on-screen personalities. Whether you’re dreaming of a career in television, already working in the industry, or just obsessed with what happens behind the camera, this podcast offers real insights into how TV gets made. Discover the career paths of industry insiders with stories you won’t hear anywhere else - and find out what it really takes to work in TV.

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