There have been many changes to the radio industry in that time and Jeremy has experienced all the highs and lows of stations forming, collapsing, and rebranding. These shows are a hybrid, theyre unique, they just work. Cordeaux was also Knighted in 2003 by the Order of St.John (KGSJ) for services to Broadcasting and the Community. Blame no regional radio pipeline for that. When asked whether he would apologise to Ms Higgins, Cordeaux said he would want to sit down with her and explain what he was "getting at". He claimed she was a s. Most of them look like they should work in a bank, not a radio station. Its so bad now, he said, that he wouldnt even bother putting it in his garbage bin. Cordeaux also recalls being unable to hold back tears when a womancalled him on-air from a public phone-box wanting to commit suicide -one of about 10 people to do so. The comedian thing is just terrible. Today is our anniversary and we are celebrating with our son Christopher Cordeaux and of course Beau. Intweets responding to Cordeaux's on-air comments, Ms Higgins said she was grateful to his employers for taking action against him, and"standing up for the one in five Australian women who will experience sexual assault in their lifetime". "I checked the date because lurking around in my mischievous little mind was, 'This is a joke,this can't be serious, it's not the first of April, is it?'" Jeremy Cordeaux axed FIVEaa broadcaster sacked after calling alleged rape victim Brittany Higgins 'a silly little girl who got drunk'. Collect, curate and comment on your files. Watch 7NEWS nightly at 6pm and weekdays at 11:30am and 4pm on Channel 7 and 7plus.#BreakingNews #7NEWS The Getty Images design is a trademark of Getty Images. Ms Higginsalleges she was raped inside federalsenior minister Linda Reynolds's office in Parliament House in 2019, and on Monday responded to Cordeaux's comments, saying she was "grateful" to his employers for taking action. [20] The ABA found 5AD to have breached the codes of practice on twelve occasions, prompting another enquiry into both 5AD and 5DN. 2Day and MMM Sydney breakfast, the new iteration of Jase and..KISS Melbourne brekky. [10], Cordeaux was sacked by FIVEaa in March 2021 following on-air comments about alleged rape victim Brittany Higgins. Newsreader, Channel 7. [23], Cordeaux is known for his collection of vintage and classic cars, which he keeps in a purpose-built showroom, collectively valued at approximately $2 million. 2023 Getty Images. On Monday, Cordeaux said hosting a talk show was "sometimes about making people feel uncomfortable". Access the best of Getty Images and iStock with our simple subscription plan. [26][27][28], In July 1995, Cordeaux's two Jack Russell Terriers "Bollie" and "Bellini" were killed by an Angora goat breeder Peter Dansie, who claimed the dogs had killed two goats and injured ten others on his property. 5 Triple M 101.5 Announcer and Operations Assistant, AFTRS graduates become 98.1 Power FMs new breakfast team, New 2GB roles in 2023 for Michael McLaren and Luke Grant, 4BCs Luke Bradnam on the power of work experience, Sydneys 2CH becomes SEN as Crocmedia confirms sports format, Nine revives Magic to replace Macquarie Sports Radio, Michael McLaren to host National Overnights on Nine Radio, SCAs Hit Network axes 19 regional breakfast shows. sacked in March over inappropriate and offensive comments, inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame in 2015, Big year for LiSTNR podcasts: Australian Podcast Ranker, Shawn Cosgrove hosting Breakfast on Magic 1278, Rachel Patterson appointed acting GM of Geelong Broadcasters, Click here to sign up to our free daily newsletter for the latest in radio, audio and podcasting news and jobs. 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If I wasnt able to do something, I wouldnt apply for it, because Id know I was embarrassing the person who would have to tell me the horrible truth But these days, it sounds like the producer or the manager just walked out in the street, stopped the third person walking past the building, and said Come in, youre a star. Is this honestly the best use that we can make of a broadcasting licence?, It certainly isnt used today because there is no thought given to the microphone, my distance from the microphone, my ability to use my voice or not use my voice, all of that comes with experience, nobody can teach you any of that. [31], He was inducted into the Commercial Radio Hall of Fame at the 2015 Australian Commercial Radio Awards.[32][33]. In an interview with the Blind Insights podcast, however, Cordeaux claims it is radio that has lost its way, and its now devoid of characters, its craft and cut-through. He was fined $1,100and has been disqualified from driving for six months over the incident, which occurred in Adelaide's inner-east late last year. See what people are saying and join the conversation. In 2001, he was ordered to pay Nick Xenophon $27,000 for defamation after the former MP sought damages for injury to his reputation as a politician and a lawyer. Jeremy Nicholas Cordeaux AM (born 18 September 1945) is an Australian radio and television presenter best known for his work in the talkback radio format. Meanwhile, evening talkback king and radio icon Jeremy Cordeaux has decided on a change of timeslot, switching to weekend breakfast. He never will be. I was Music Director .. This is a great blank canvas we have here. Jeremy Cordeaux pleads guilty to drink driving but avoids conviction due to police officer's error, For the latestflood and weather warnings, search onABC Emergency, Keep across all the live scores and results from the Australian Open at Melbourne Park. Jeremy Cordeaux is an accomplished broadcaster who has worked in the radio industry for nearly 60 years. One of Adelaide's longest-serving and most controversial radio hosts has been sacked over comments he made about alleged rape victim Brittany Higgins.. FiveAA breakfast host David Penberthy announced that Jeremy Cordeaux's employment had been "terminated" after Cordeaux called Ms Higgins "a silly little girl who got drunk" on his Saturday morning program. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. He has indicated he will contest the charge of driving with a blood alcohol content of 0.056. Veteran Adelaide radio presenter Jeremy Cordeaux has refused to retract comments he made about alleged rape victim Brittany Higgins, and has said he thought his sacking was an early April Fools' joke. You could go to a major provincial and thats about it .. Kyle & Jackie O would probably be the last major stars to come from the country .. Kyle at least ! Today is our anniversary and we are celebrating with our son Christopher Cordeaux and of course Beau. Dontt just rename old promotions. So very, very, very sad. But Cordeaux's lawyer told thecourt the police officer "made a further mistake" and thatthe expiation should not have been withdrawn. Read more: http://7news.link/3tUDtHkSubscribe to 7NEWS for the latest video https://7news.link/YTSubscribeConnect with 7NEWS onlineVisit https://7news.com.au7NEWS Podcast http://smarturl.it/7NewsDailyFacebook https://www.facebook.com/7NewsAustraliaTwitter https://twitter.com/7NewsAustraliaInstagram https://www.instagram.com/7newsaustralia/ 7NEWS combines the trusted and powerful news brands including Sunrise, The Morning Show, The Latest, and 7NEWS.com.au, delivering unique, engaging and continuous coverage on the issues that matter most to Australians. "Mr Cordeaux then specifically asked the question, 'Is there a loss of licence?' Here's to another 50 darling. [19] Cordeaux later said the memo was an internal document which originated from a "think tank" discussion, and the endorsement deal outlined in the memo never eventuated. Cordeaux, 75, is currently before the courts charged with drink driving for the second time in four years. Organize, control, distribute and measure all of your digital content. "I'm saying each and every one of us has the inalienable responsibility to take charge of one's life," he said. [4] He said although the rules changed, he was not breaking any rules in place at the time. Prior to working at FiveAA in 2014, Cordeaux initially involved as a radio host in Sydney. [5] He later sold his interest in 5DN, and purchased 5AD and 5SE from Hoyts Media. "I just ask myself why the prime minister doesn't call it out for what it is. Veteran radio presenter Jeremy Cordeaux (pictured) has been fired for taking aim at rape accuser Brittany Higgins. Sadly Aus radio is going backwardsand its all because people are too scared to have a crack. I put it down to the fact that theres no show in the business. All the same. he said. Mr Woods told the courtthat if his client had been given the expiation notice he would have simply paid it and he would have received three months' disqualification for that matter. Todays radio lacks imagination , content and characters. There he hosted The Court of Public Opinion on 5DN for almost thirty years. David and Tim got the opportunit But thats the problem, because once theyve done their schtick, once theyve done their thing, theres nothing else there but a whole lot of laughter. Jeremy Cordeaux called the brave woman a 'silly little girl who got drunk' and talked about smacking her 'bottom'. "He has been up there in the company of some of the country's besttalk hosts yet he has never forgotten the people side of the business.I would suggest there are others in his league around the country whocould take a few notes.". Jeremy Cordeaux, one of Adelaide's longest-serving media personalities, was on Monday sacked by popular talkback station FiveAA. "I am wonderfully grateful and thankful to the people of Adelaide -and who knows, I may be back. The ex-politician and blonde beauty Amber Cordeaux were looking very cosy together on a flight to Los Angeles, which Amber posted on social media yesterday. He has gone from Office Boy to Presenter, Programme Manager, General Manager, Managing Director and Owner of three highly successful radio stations. Jeremy Cordeaux is an accomplished broadcaster who has worked in the radio industry for nearly 60 years. One tip for those on air Talk to peopledont just read liner cards. [4], In May 2017, Cordeaux was convicted after pleading guilty to one count of driving with excess blood alcohol. "The most memorable was a woman who had an overdose, she was coming inand out of consciousness," he recalls. Not enough stations disparaging rape victims, I guess. [1] [2] Contents 1 Career 1.1 Radio work 1.2 Television work 1.3 Charity work 2 Cash for comment affair 3 Personal life 3.1 Drink driving 3.2 Vintage car collection 3.3 Dog killing incident o no we live in different times now dont we!- have to watch what we say or no more pay! Family: Married to Caroline Peacock with a son, Christopher. I agree the cookie cutter approach to programming/talent choice in FM is too predictable and haphazard. He partly blames health problems for rating 3.8 - down from 7 pointsin the previous survey - but also believes not having the Olympicscoverage and the station's departure from purely talk radio havecontributed. As painful as floods can be, they are natures tool. Ask Tim of Whimsy Productions.Support the show: https://auscast-network.myshopify.com/collections/blind-insightsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. February 12, 1976. . Cordeaux previously owned 5AD (now ARNs Mix 102.3), and most recently worked as an announcer on Adelaides FIVEaa, owned by NOVA Entertainment. Ive listened to this podcast with much interest I worked with Jeremy @5DN in Adelaide when they went from talkback to Classic Hits FM in 1990 .. You have to be a music station, or you have to be a talk station, I cant understand why If you look at the evolution, perhaps not graduation, but the evolution, to FM radio, you have a situation where in America, a lot of FM stations are talk stations. Blind Date is an Australian television game show which was originally based on the American series The Dating Game.. [30], He won three Gold Medals from the International Radio Festival of New York in 1987, 1988 and 1989 for Best Talk Show Host in the World. More happy snaps of the couple together at dinner have set tongues wagging, as they surprised Amber's US-based brother Saxon, who is getting married in LA this week. There have been many changes to the radio industry in that time and Jeremy has experienced all the highs and lows of stations forming, collapsing, and rebranding. United States of America | "As it turned out the expiation notice should have been maintained and left and was valid it is valid for a second offender," Mr Woods said. Its about standards. [18], However, following the Australian Broadcasting Authority's investigation, Cordeaux was found to have substantially breached the industry's code of practice. [17] Wiese claimed he had been pressured to tailor news bulletins to incorporate an endorsement deal for 5AD's advertisers in 1993, which guaranteed them undisclosed and subtle preferential treatment during general on air programs and news bulletins. [13], He also hosted his own show on Adelaide community station in the early 2010s on Channel 44. (Photo by Golding/Fairfax Media via Getty Images). Forget about his mistakes, take a learning from his words today. Millions of high-quality images, video, and music options are waiting for you. AboutPressCopyrightContact. Cordeaux and his wife, Caroline Peacock live in Adelaide and have one son, and Jeremy has three adult children from a previous marriage. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Too bad nobodys listening to a bloke who thinks women should be raped. "He went to his house some hours later and told him he was withdrawing the expiation and issuing a summons," Mr Woodssaid. Lets evolve, not continue to disolve this most important part of the ENTERTAINMENT Industry. Agreed. Commercial Radio Hall of Fame inductee and Walkley award winning journalist and some of the formats leave a bit to be desired .. Where is the localism ?People like listening to announcers who are local and they can relate to .. Networking has killed radio !! [4] Cordeaux then became the station's breakfast presenter in 1974. [29] The man claimed he used a rabbiting knife to kill the two dogs, but would have shot them had he had a gun. Two months ago he officially resigned, but only a handful of peoplewere privy to Adelaide radio's biggest secret. Sacked veteran radio personality Jeremy Cordeaux has no regrets about his harsh comments towards alleged rape victim Brittany Higgins. [3], He later moved to Grafton to work at 2GF before a 12-month stint at 2KY in Sydney, returning to 2GB in 1973 to take over the morning show. Cordeaux, who celebrated his. See Tweets about #JeremyCordeaux on Twitter. "I don't know whetherthey are going to pay out my contract or throw all of my things in my officeout on the street," Cordeaux said. ChildrenChristian, Saxon and Amber from first marriage. "But, most importantly, I don't think you can have talk and music -it's got to be one thing or another. "Last year I talked Jeremy out of retiring twice," station managerSteve Rowe said. Today the FIVEaa axe fell. Veteran Adelaide radio presenter Jeremy Cordeaux has pleaded guilty to drink driving, but has been spared conviction due to a mistake by an SA Police officer. "Do you understand that you can't trust men in general, colleagues perhaps, in particular?". We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn, and work. Thats progress.sad. 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