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AIIMS Creator Hub Makes National Headlines as NOVA Partnership Expands Original Podcast Productions

29 October 2026 6 mins read
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From Original Ideas to National Headlines.

AIIMS Creator Hub’s growing partnership with NOVA Entertainment, the launch of MAYDAY and the success of its original productions are making headlines across Australia’s media and podcast industries.

29 October 2026 | Sydney, Australia

A New Chapter for AIIMS Creator Hub

The Industry Is Taking Notice.

From entertainment and rugby league to original documentary storytelling, AIIMS Creator Hub is building a growing portfolio of Australian podcasts designed to connect with audiences across multiple platforms.

October 2026 marks an important milestone for the production business, with coverage across B&T, Radio Today, Mi3 and Podnews.

The attention follows the launch of MAYDAY with Wests Tigers brothers Terrell and Taylan May, alongside a new announcement from NOVA Entertainment highlighting the expansion of its partnership with AIIMS Creator Hub.

Founded by Joshua Fox and Pedro Cuccovillo Vitola, AIIMS Creator Hub has developed a slate of original productions spanning entertainment, sport and true crime.

The latest media coverage reflects the business’s growing production capabilities, creative partnerships and audience development strategy.

Media Coverage / October 2026

Four Publications. One Growing Story.

Australian and international media industry publications have covered the launch of MAYDAY and the expansion of AIIMS Creator Hub’s podcast portfolio with NOVA Entertainment.

B&T
7 October 2026

MAYDAY Launch With Wests Tigers Brothers

B&T reported on AIIMS Creator Hub’s launch of MAYDAY, featuring Terrell and Taylan May, including the purpose-built production set and original sports entertainment format.

Read the B&T article
Podnews
28 October 2026

NOVA Partner AIIMS Creator Hub Expands Podcast Slate

International podcast publication Podnews published the official NOVA Podcasts press release detailing AIIMS Creator Hub’s growing slate, including MAYDAY, Unscripted, MAFS Funny and The Disappearance of Katie Walker.

Read the Podnews release
Radio Today
October 2026

NOVA Entertainment Partner AIIMS Creator Hub Expands Podcast Slate

Australian radio and podcast industry publication Radio Today covered the growing relationship between NOVA Entertainment and AIIMS Creator Hub, including the expanded portfolio of original podcast productions.

Read the Radio Today article
Mi3
29 October 2026

AIIMS Creator Hub and NOVA Expand Podcast Slate Into Sport and True Crime

Australian marketing and media publication Mi3 also covered the expansion of the AIIMS Creator Hub and NOVA podcast portfolio into new genres, including sport and true crime.

Read the Mi3 article
Audience Performance

Built for Audiences. Backed by Results.

The NOVA Podcasts announcement highlights the scale of audiences reached by AIIMS Creator Hub’s original productions.

5.6M+ MAFS Funny podcast downloads
724K Unscripted podcast downloads
31M+ Unscripted Instagram views
12M Unscripted TikTok views

Figures reported in the NOVA Podcasts press release published by Podnews on 28 October 2026. Results relate to individual productions and platforms, not combined unique reach.

The Original Productions

Different Voices. Distinctive Stories. One Creative Home.

Sports Entertainment

MAYDAY — Terrell & Taylan May

MAYDAY brings Wests Tigers brothers Terrell and Taylan May into a new podcast format exploring rugby league, family, culture and life beyond the football field.

Produced by AIIMS Creator Hub, the show features a custom-built set, guest interviews, fan interactions and a production environment developed around the brothers’ personalities.

The launch received industry coverage from B&T, highlighting the creative and production investment behind the show.

Explore the MAYDAY production
Rugby League & Culture

Unscripted With Josh Mansour

Hosted by former NRL player Josh Mansour, Unscripted has developed a substantial audience across podcast platforms, YouTube, Instagram and TikTok.

Since launching in May 2025, the show has recorded 724,000 podcast downloads and more than three million YouTube views, alongside its significant social media audience.

The show’s addition to Nova Podcasts represents another development in its distribution and audience growth.

Entertainment

MAFS Funny

Hosted by AIIMS Creator Hub co-founder Joshua Fox, MAFS Funny launched in January 2025 and has accumulated more than 5.6 million podcast downloads.

The show’s success provided an important foundation for expanding the Creator Hub’s portfolio of original productions.

True Crime

The Disappearance of Katie Walker

Launched in July 2026, The Disappearance of Katie Walker examines the disappearance of a Sydney mother-of-two and the continuing search for answers.

The series represents AIIMS Creator Hub’s expansion into investigative documentary storytelling, requiring careful editorial treatment of real events.

NOVA Entertainment Partnership

A Partnership Supporting the Next Generation of Original Podcasts.

AIIMS Creator Hub has partnered with NOVA Entertainment since March 2025.

The partnership connects original creative development and specialist production with the Nova Podcasts distribution network, supporting the growth of distinctive, talent-led Australian podcast formats.

The latest announcement highlights the continued development of the relationship and the expansion of the Creator Hub’s production slate.

“AIIMS Creator Hub has built impressive momentum by combining strong creative instincts with an exceptional understanding of how to build audiences through social media.”

Rachel Corbett — Network Director, Nova Podcasts. NOVA press release, 28 October 2026.

The recognition reinforces the importance of combining original storytelling, experienced production teams and a clear strategy for developing audiences.

The People Behind Creator Hub

Building More Than Individual Podcast Episodes.

AIIMS Creator Hub was founded by Joshua Fox and Pedro Cuccovillo Vitola with the ambition of creating a home for original productions, established talent and emerging voices.

Rather than repeating one successful formula, the business has focused on developing a diverse portfolio of shows with their own creative identity, audience and long-term potential.

The growth from MAFS Funny into sports entertainment and true crime reflects that strategy in action.

For Brands, Creators & Partners

Great Content Needs More Than a Camera.

A successful original production requires the right talent, a strong concept, experienced production, thoughtful distribution and a clear understanding of its audience.

AIIMS Creator Hub brings together creative direction, production infrastructure, video content and audience development expertise.

Supported by the broader marketing capabilities of AIIMS Group, the Creator Hub offers a platform for developing entertainment properties and branded content opportunities.

For creators, the opportunity is to develop original ideas into professional productions. For brands, it is to explore more meaningful ways to connect with audiences through content and talent.

Work With AIIMS Creator Hub

Your Next Big Show Deserves a Serious Production Partner.

From the first creative concept to a finished production, AIIMS Creator Hub works with talent, brands and commercial partners to develop original content built for modern audiences.

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Original Coverage & Sources

Read the Industry Coverage.

Explore the original announcements and media reporting covering AIIMS Creator Hub’s productions and partnership with NOVA Entertainment.

This AIIMS Group newsroom feature references industry media coverage and a NOVA Podcasts press release. Audience figures are attributed to the official NOVA announcement.

AIIMS Group / Independent recognition

2026 & counting

19+ Awards won
in 2026.& counting.

Recognition for our client work, original shows and the people behind them. Explore the winning projects and the independent records behind every award.

AIIMS Creator Hub's Josh Fox and Josh Mansour at the awards
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Australian
Audio AwardsAIIMS Creator Hub / Independent categories

  • MAFS FunnyBest New Podcast
  • Joshua FoxBest Podcast Host/Presenter
  • Unscripted with Josh MansourBest Sport Podcast
2026 Stevie Awards for Great Employers Bronze Winner artwork
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Bronze
Stevie® AwardStevie Awards for Great Employers

Employer of the Year
Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations.

Recognition for the people and culture behind AIIMS Group.

Global Search Awards 2026 / Silver · Best Global Large Integrated Search Agency

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The four programme totals above represent 19 agency and client awards. The Global Search Silver is additional. Each recognition is credited to its winning project, show, person or organisation.

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