In this episode of TV Central: One on One, Aaron Ryan sits down with the ever-fabulous Mel Tracina, who’s stepping into one of the most legendary roles in Aussie television — host of Big Brother Australia.

The iconic social experiment that had us laughing, crying, and glued to our screens in the early 2000s is returning home to Dreamworld, and Mel is leading the charge. Known for her quick wit on The Cheap Seats and her charm on Nova Radio, Mel brings a perfect blend of humour, warmth, and sharp observation to the Big Brother house.

Despite dealing with a touch of laryngitis, Aaron dives into all things Big Brother — from the brand-new house and nostalgic memories to the live chaos that’s about to hit our screens this summer.

• Big Brother Revival: Mel talks about stepping onto the all-new Dreamworld set and what it felt like to stand on such iconic TV ground.
• Real People, Real Stories: What fans can expect from the 2025 season’s focus on authenticity and real-time storytelling.
• Nostalgia Factor: From the bum dance to live evictions — the moments that made Big Brother a cultural phenomenon.
• Inside the New House: Mel gives a sneak peek at her favourite new feature (and yes, there’s talk of an air fryer!).
• Hosting Chaos: How her radio and TV experience help her keep up with alliances, meltdowns, and mischief in real time.
• Live Nominations & Evictions: Bringing back the energy and unpredictability that made the original show must-watch TV.
• Behind the Scenes: The scale of production, how editors manage the live stream, and what fans can expect from week-to-week.
• Mel’s Hosting Style: Finding the balance between humour and heart — and what the Big Brother experiment says about Aussies in 2025.
• Life Beyond the House: From juggling The Cheap Seats and Nova to the wildest listener stories and Mel’s dream “secret challenge.”
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Big Brother Australia launches Sunday, 9 November at 7 pm on 10, with live streaming and nightly episodes at 7.30 pm Monday to Friday.

Hear the full chat with Mel Tracina on TV Central: One on One with Aaron Ryan — available wherever you get your podcasts.

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