Rachel Corbett (radio presenter)

Rachel Corbett
Born	(1981-03-11) March 11, 1981 Australia
Occupation(s)	Broadcaster, radio presenter, television presenter, podcaster
Years active	2001–present
Known for	Radio presenting on 104.1 (2Day FM), Triple M, 92.9FM Perth; TV appearances on Big Brother Australia, The Project; Head of Podcasts at Mamamia and Nova Entertainment

Rachel Corbett (born 11 March 1981) is an Australian broadcaster known for her work in podcasting, television, and radio.

Radio

Corbett has contributed to several prominent Australian radio stations such as 104.1 (2Day FM), Triple M in both Melbourne and Sydney, and 92.9FM in Perth.

Her career includes hosting programs during both morning and drive-time periods, demonstrating her ability to engage diverse audiences effectively. She undertook various responsibilities including on-air presenting, content creation, and program development, gaining comprehensive knowledge of commercial radio operations. This extensive background positioned her as a proficient figure within Australia's competitive radio industry.

Beginning at 104.1, she developed a loyal listener base before moving on to Triple M, one of the country’s top commercial networks. Her relatable approach enabled her to connect with a wide range of listeners across different timeframes and show formats. Additionally, her tenure at 92.9FM Perth further solidified her standing as a skilled presenter.

Corbett’s work across major Australian markets underscores her flexibility and professional acumen. Recognized for her sharp humor and engaging demeanor, her radio tenure provided a strong platform for her later success in podcasting and digital media leadership roles.

Television

In 2001, Corbett participated as an intruder contestant on the inaugural season of Big Brother Australia, departing after four days. That same year, she appeared alongside eight other housemates in a special edition of The Weakest Link, where she was the second contestant to be eliminated.

Starting in 2014, Corbett became a frequent guest panelist and television presenter on shows such as Today, Paul Murray Live, The Verdict, Studio 10, The Project, Have You Been Paying Attention?, and Hughesy, We Have a Problem.

In 2015, she joined Network 10's The Project as a regular Sunday panel member and occasional host.

Podcasting

Corbett’s initial independent podcast venture was Paul and Rach, created with former radio colleague Paul Murray. She subsequently launched several other podcasts including You’ve Gotta Start Somewhere, which features interviews with Australian media figures, and the instructional PodSchool Podcast designed to guide aspiring podcasters.

After departing from radio in 2013, Corbett taught podcasting and radio courses at the Australian Film, Television and Radio School before introducing her online program, PodSchool, in 2016.

Between 2017 and 2020, Corbett held the position of Head of Podcasts at Mamamia, where she hosted shows such as Lady Startup, Before The Bump, and Sealed Section. During her leadership, Mamamia expanded its portfolio to over 20 podcasts and achieved more than 90 million downloads along with upwards of one million unique listeners each month.

In September 2020, she was appointed head of podcasts and digital content at Nova Entertainment.