Off the Couch with Ethan
| Company type | Television series |
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| Industry | Television broadcasting |
| Founded | June 23, 2018 |
| Founder | Ethan White |
| Headquarters | Australia |
Area served | Australia |
| Products | Travel television program |
Off the Couch with Ethan is a travel series from Australia, created and hosted by student Ethan White. Aimed primarily at teenagers and their families, the program highlights notable Australian landmarks, towns, and attractions. It is broadcast on C31 Melbourne & Geelong as well as Channel 44 Adelaide. The content is tailored to appeal to high school students and their relatives.
History
Originating from Gawler, a town near Adelaide, White's passion for filmmaking emerged during family camping excursions across South Australia. At 15 years old, in November 2017, he proposed a travel-focused television series to Channel 44 Adelaide with the goal of motivating young people to explore the outdoors. The concept was accepted, and the inaugural episode, filmed in the Southern Flinders Ranges, premiered on 23 June 2018.
The program later extended its reach to include C31 Melbourne & Geelong in early 2019. A second season was confirmed in November 2021 and began its broadcast run in August 2022.
Season 1 (2018–21)
Season 2 (2022-24)
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Specials
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Awards
White was recognized in January 2019 as a co-recipient of the Town of Gawler Young Citizen of the Year award, acknowledging his exceptional contributions to the community.
In October 2019, both White and Off the Couch with Ethan secured five nominations at the Antenna Awards, including categories such as Best Outdoor or Recreational Program and Program of the Year.
At the 2021 Antenna Awards, they received four nominations in comparable categories and achieved victory for Best Outdoor or Recreational Program in September 2021.
White was once again awarded the Town of Gawler Young Citizen of the Year in January 2022, honoring his dedication to community service, charitable activities, and youth engagement.
In October 2023, Off the Couch with Ethan garnered three nominations at that year's Antenna Awards.