On the Couch with MEX

Music Exchange (MEX) founder Martin Myers and music writer Jason Curtis host a candid weekly chat. Each session shares lived experiences, and all promote vital conversations regarding the state of the entertainment economy, local and international, current, and future.

On the Couch with MEX is a music podcast hosted by MEX, with 247 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

MEX hosts On the Couch with MEX, a music show with 247 episodes published.

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  Episode #38

  On the Couch - #245 - MEX in conversation with Jamie Wall - Part 2

  Aug 14, 202630 minS5

  One of New Zealand's most respected rugby journalists, Jamie Wall, was on Cape Talk's The Business of Entertainment with Martin Myers as South Africa and New Zealand prepare to renew what many regard as the greatest rivalry in world rugby. Wall is travelling with the All Blacks as part of the New Zealand media contingent covering The Greatest Rivalry Tour, the latest chapter in one of international sport's most iconic contests between the Springboks and the All Blacks.

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  Episode #37

  On the Couch - #244 - MEX in conversation with Jamie Wall

  Aug 7, 202632 minS5

  One of New Zealand’s most respected rugby journalists, Jamie Wall, returned to CapeTalk’s The Business of Entertainment with Martin Myers on Thursday, 6 August, at 9 pm as South Africa and New Zealand prepare to renew what many regard as the greatest rivalry in world rugby. Wall, who is travelling with the All Blacks as part of the New Zealand media contingent covering The Greatest Rivalry Tour, the latest chapter in one of international sport’s most iconic contests between the Springboks and the All Blacks.

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  Episode #36

  On the Couch - #243 - MEX in conversation with David Brooke - Part 2

  Jul 31, 202630 minS5

  The Biggest Man in Cricket joined Martin Myers on Cape Talk Last week was so good I needed to hear more, to inspire us all , so David came back. One of South Africa’s fastest-growing content creators, David Brooke is the host of The Biggest Man in Cricket. Brooke has spent his entire career in the business of sport, beginning as a sports journalist before moving into the commercial world of media, sponsorship and major sporting events. In 2025, he launched The Biggest Man in Cricket, a long-form podcast featuring in-depth conversations with some of the biggest names in the game. Guests have included South African cricket legends : Dale Steyn , Adrian Kuiper, Jimmy Cook, Peter Kirsten, and many more. What started as a passion project has rapidly become one of South Africa’s leading independent cricket platforms, attracting more than 100,000 YouTube subscribers and demonstrating the growing power of creator-led sports media. #businessofentertainment.

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  Episode #35

  On the Couch - #242 - MEX in conversation with David Brooke

  Jul 24, 202632 minS5

  One of South Africa's fastest-growing sports content creators, David Brooke , host of The Biggest Man in Cricket , joined Martin Myers on The Business of Entertainment on CapeTalk . Brooke has spent his entire career in the business of sport, beginning as a sports journalist before moving into the commercial world of media, sponsorship and major sporting events. In 2025, he launched The Biggest Man in Cricket , a long-form podcast featuring in-depth conversations with some of the biggest names in the game. Guests have included South African cricket legends: Adrian Kuiper, Jimmy Cook, Peter Kirsten and many more What started as a passion project has rapidly become one of South Africa's leading independent cricket platforms, attracting more than 100,000 YouTube subscribers and demonstrating the growing power of creator-led sports media.

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  Episode #34

  On the Couch - #241 - MEX in conversation with  Daniel Anderson - Part 2

  Jul 17, 202631 minS5

  Daniel Anderson returns to The Business of Entertainment on CapeTalk. After witnessing the remarkable production of Vincent at Die Koelkamers in Paternoster just two weeks ago. CapeTalk host Martin Myers knew he had to invite acclaimed actor Daniel Anderson back to The Business of Entertainment. Myers and Anderson explore the phenomenal success of Vincent, the creative journey behind the production, and much more from the world of theatre. Martin Myers described the performance as one of the most compelling musical theatre experiences he has seen in years, while his wife, Razia, summed it up perfectly after the show: “This work belongs on the West End or Broadway.” Vincent, the three-time Naledi Award-winning multimedia musical, stars Daniel Anderson with Paul Ferreira on piano and is written and directed by Amanda Bothma. The production delves into the extraordinary life of Vincent van Gogh, exploring his relentless pursuit of artistic fulfilment and his profound longing for love, acceptance, and human connection.

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