Show Title: "AI Down Under: ...."

Lifestyle/Technology Show -

* AI "cognitive machines" are perhaps the most significant invention in the history of humanity, drawing, steam engines, Internet ..  this is significant, I'm certain they want this content they just don't know how to produce it. 
* we could also go out in the field and show how AI is being used and deployed in Australia & New Zealand, .. possibly anything Southern Hemisphere
* Inverted Business Model:
	* This will unlock grants, sponsors, etc. 
	* More access to free/discounted spaces (for promotion)
	* TV stations or online platforms may pay for **rights to distribute your content**.
	* License pre-recorded educational or demo segments to networks, schools etc.
	* $5,000–$20,000 per hackathon/event, depending on size and visibility.

FORMAT & AUDIENCE

...is the episodic content; an episode is just 'whats happened' what is happening in AI today;

Find a network partner .. also let the networks apply for the grants, etc. (they're better at this than we are)

and we're taking the footage and AI editing from the raw form into a podcast and series of episodic segments (Youtube, twitch, etc.); with the FTA tv show being a highlight reel; with a goal of producing 4-12 episodes per year "AI Down Under"

It has a distinct regional focus on AI+ML in Australia, Aussie slang & humor. It's shot at MLAI Events, possibly other groups (Ruxmon, ACES, ???) as relevant

• it can cover anything technical not just AI, but that's the central focus

Our individual moderators are "special correspondents" for the series (credited): -- we might aske them to do a bit of "B Reel", introduction for the show. * introduce date, time, a pan of the audience. -- introduce themselves, etc. -- we can also produce a AI/LM moderated podcast with the same raw content * sponsors get multiple forms of coverage; podcasts are really easy.

The episodes DO NOT have a fixed time format; cut to size, made for video on demand (not broadcast), so we're streaming a 30-60 minute based on the topic, it doesn't need to be a fixed length when we're doing video on demand.

My short list of Presenters:

• I think it should be somebody young & hip and relatable* .. these wouldn't be every event, they'd paid a day rate presenting the footage against a green screen. Lots of roles for volunteers.
  We'll use AI upsampling, editing, etc. .. we could also generate our own Avatar.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAfiATTQufk

• Lee Constable
  • Lives in Sydney
  • https://www.youtube.com/@constababble
• Waleed Aly
  • Why: A respected journalist and television presenter, Waleed offers insightful commentary and can facilitate deep discussions on the ethical and societal implications of AI and technology. Teacher at Melbourne, Rock band named "Robot Child"
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9YLTToXsbc
• Shaun Micallef -- "G'day, I'm Shaun Micallef. Today, we're not just talking about artificial intelligence; we're living it. From your smartphone to your smart fridge, AI is everywhere. Let's take a walk through this brave new world."
• Dr. Karl (77 years old)
  • https://www.youtube.com/@inspirespeakers
• Adam Spencer --
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IxZdgXt0_eU

Proposed Segments:

• “Code & Cause” – Hackathons and projects with a social or real-world impact.

  • We work together on a single project, using robotics, AI, etc. feel good.
    • Using Robot Arms to sort recycle bottle caps
    • ...

• AI/ML Explained

  • DRTW .. we could possibly license content from:
  • https://www.youtube.com/c/3blue1brown

• Meet the Minds

  • “Meet the Minds” –
    • One-on-one interviews with AI practitioners, students, and researchers.
  • Tell me about your job, role, project, etc.

• Bytes and Banter -

  • Roundtable, fireside chats with panels of experts

• “The Future is Aussie” –

  • Forward-looking AI/ML/tech stories, Aus Vendor Hightlights

• "How we got here" -

  • background material, history of AI/ML

• Data Billabong:

  • Data processing

• “Phish ‘n’ Chips” – Cybersafety

  • “Dodgy Links”
  • “Cyber Safety Tips brought to you by Commonwealth Bank.”

• Code Corroboree

  • Technical
  • Python, coding,

• Quiz Show

  • Ministers, Business Leaders
  • https://www.youtube.com/c/3blue1brown

Production Value/Costs:

• • Runway Gen-2 / RunwayML – AI video editing and effects, automated trimming.
    • Wisecut – Automatically trims silences, adds subtitles, creates short clips.
    • Descript – AI transcription-based cutting and rearranging of video.
• • Magisto (Vimeo) – Uses AI to create short, polished videos from raw clips.
    • Pictory.ai – Converts long-form content into summarized, shareable clips automatically.

TV stations want audience engagement, content differentiation, and sponsorship revenue. We need to frame activities in ways that align with their goals:

Key Points to Highlight:

• Live and dynamic content: Hackathons and AI learning sessions are visually and intellectually engaging. Live coding, demos, and competitions create drama and excitement.

• Community impact: Position your group as a hub for tech talent, innovation, and education. TV loves “local heroes” stories.

• Target demographic: Young, tech-savvy, professional, and student audiences—valuable to advertisers.

• Exclusive content: TV stations could get first access to livestreams, recorded sessions, or highlight reels.

• Cross-platform synergy: Social media amplification, live streams, and post-event content can drive audiences to the station’s digital platforms.

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• Step 1: Research contacts at each major station (Channel 7, 9, 10, ABC, SBS). Focus on producers, digital directors, and sponsorship managers.

• Step 2: Send personalized emails with a concise deck and links to sample videos.

• Step 3: Follow-up with phone calls to set meetings.

• Step 4: Offer an on-site demo or livestream experience for decision-makers.

• Highlight how TV can share sponsorship revenue, integrate sponsors into livestreams, or co-brand events.

• Consider naming rights for hackathons: e.g., “Channel 7 AI Challenge powered by [Your Group].”

7. Optional: Pilot Proposal

Offer a pilot segment to show the concept in action:

• A 15–30 min TV segment featuring a hackathon challenge, student projects, and AI demos.
• Include livestream integration and short-form social videos.
• This reduces risk for TV stations—they see the content before committing to long-term collaboration.

WHY this is important

• Hackathons should start coming with collectible T-Shirts or SWAG & Proof of Prescence (Crypto)

• Australia is at the intersection of Eastern & Western AI

• MLAI is the largest group in Australia, and probably the largest group in the southern hemisphere

• In December 2025, Australia is set to enforce a pioneering law prohibiting individuals under the age of 16 from accessing major social media platforms, including YouTube. This is fine - they already do this in China, it's better - the demand for educational content is going increase.

Never Robot wars, "Not battle bots" .. never fighting, .. friendly competitions. racing is okay. Sydney vs. Melbourne

Theme Song:

https://suno.com/s/1tuzSifAoyHi7mZU

“AI Down Under” – Theme Song (Short Version)

Hook / Chorus (15–20 seconds)
🎵
AI Down Under, sparks ignite,
Coding, robots, flying bytes,
Hackathons and minds that shine,
Tech and dreams, .. it’s Aussie time!
🎵

Verse / Tagline (Optional, 10 seconds)
🎵
From Sydney labs to Melbourne streets,
Machines that learn, and humans meet,
Awesome prompts make dreams come true, The future’s here, and it’s all for you!
🎵

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