A Face For Radio

We continue our interview in part 2 of our interview with Ryan Dobney. Make sure to check out the previous episode where our chat with Ryan begins! v In 'A Face For Radio' we dive into the stories of people behind the microphone! We interview big radio names who help produce and present some of your favourite shows, so they can tell their funniest stories and recount their journey through the radi...

In our latest episode, Jess Harding is jonied by Ryan Dobney of BBC Radio Merseyside! Ryan delves into his fascinsating journalism journey thus far. From rubbing shoulders with the likes of Frank Lampard and covering the goings on in Merseyside, Ryan has plenty of stories to tell!  In 'A Face For Radio' we dive into the stories of people behind the microphone! We interview big radio names who help...

Mike Dilke from UK Health Radio and Mix 92.6 FM is our latest guest! Mark Murphy chats to Mike about how he went from being a Civil Engineer to broadcasting on both stations. They also discuss his new book, which you can buy now: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cut-Crap-Questions-Matter-Health/dp/1786456516/ref=sr_1_2?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.olW9msbCJ3T3GvQNZiJ2e48fgy07K7lRUDWBb1rICM7C2Sv22VdO6nI6gCsJsccvWt0Ev2...

Graeme Mac, from BBC Radio Suffolk is the our guest on this week's episode. Mark Murphy met Graeme over five years ago, the two catch-up and chat about his career in radio and the Suffolk sport scene.  In 'A Face For Radio' we dive into the stories of people behind the microphone! We interview big radio names who help produce and present some of your favourite shows, so they can tell their funnies...

In our latest episode, Rory McGowan is joined by Baylen Leonard from Absolute Country! Baylen tells Rory about how a young boy from Bristol, Tennessee ended up working in UK Radio and the amazing journey that led him to London.  In 'A Face For Radio' we dive into the stories of people behind the microphone! We interview big radio names who help produce and present some of your favourite shows, so...

In our latest episode, Mark is joined by Mick Coyle, a Senior News Correspondent for Bauer Media. They discuss Mick's career in radio so far, from listening in his youth to facing what is arguably one of the most challenging situations someone in radio can experience. Mick also tells us about his work in podcasts including 'Mental Health Monday', which has broadcast over 300 episodes!  In 'A Face...

We're back with Part 2 with our interview with Dan Brennan from BBC Radio 5 Live. Jess Harding continues her chat with Dan, touching on his newsreading, his ability to make very funny jingles and so much more! In 'A Face For Radio' we dive into the stories of people behind the microphone! We interview big radio names who help produce and present some of your favourite shows, so they can tell their...

In this week's episode, Jess is joined by Dan Brennan from BBC Radio 5 Live! Dan tells us all about his role as a newsreader and a Senior Broadcast Journalist. From working on events such as the death of Queen Elizabeth II and many more, Dan tells us just what's going on at BBC Radio 5 Live. In 'A Face For Radio' we dive into the stories of people behind the microphone! We interview big radio name...

The following episode was recorded before the UK 2024 General Election Tom Edgington, formerly of BBC Radio 4 and who now works for BBC Verify is this week's guest! Jessica Harding talks to Tom all about his career in the media thus far, how BBC Verify actually works and so much more!  In 'A Face For Radio' we dive into the stories of people behind the microphone! We interview big radio names who...

In our latest episode, Rory is joined by BBC Stoke's Susan Hanks! She tells all about her career in radio so far and her unique route through the industry.  She's done it all, stand-up comedy, teaching and community radio. It all led her to the one place she wanted to be, radio! In 'A Face For Radio' we dive into the stories of people behind the microphone! We interview big radio names who help pr...

In our latest episode, Arwen is joined by Mel Everett from BBC Devon, Somerset & Cornwall! Mel tells us all about her 30-year career in radio and offers her advice and guidance on how to break into the industry.  In 'A Face For Radio' we dive into the stories of people behind the microphone! We interview big radio names who help produce and present some of your favourite shows, so they can tell th...

This is our second and final part of our interview with LBC's Iain Dale! Rory McGowan and Arwen Jemmett talk to Iain about his career in radio, as well as some deeply personal conversations he's had with listeners live on air.  In 'A Face For Radio' we dive into the stories of people behind the microphone! We interview big radio names who help produce and present some of your favourite shows, so t...

It's the first of two parts for the 'A Face For Radio' podcast! Arwen Jemmett and Rory McGowan welcome on Iain Dale, live from LBC studios.  Arwen and Rory discuss Iain's career in radio, why he prefers doing mental health interviews to political ones, and so much more!  In 'A Face For Radio' we dive into the stories of people behind the microphone! We interview big radio names who help produce an...

In our latest episode we welcome on Jess Iszatt from BBC Radio 1 and BBC Radio London! Mark Murphy chats to Jess about her love of the north east, how it all works at BBC Introducing and so much more! In 'A Face For Radio' we dive into the stories of people behind the microphone! We interview big radio names who help produce and present some of your favourite shows, so they can tell their funniest...

The latest episode welcomes on freelance producer, Jake Willis! Arwen Jemmett talks to Jake all about his radio journey thus far. Including how he self-taught himself a lot of what he knows, and his experience working for the likes of LBC. In 'A Face For Radio' we dive into the stories of people behind the microphone! We interview big radio names who help produce and present some of your favourite...

In our latest episode we welcome on Louise Hulland, the award-winning journalist & the afternoon presenter for BBC Cambridgeshire, Norfolk & Suffolk. Louise tells us all about her amazing radio career thus far, as well as a number of other projects she's worked on. This includes documentaries and a published book on human trafficking and modern slavery in the UK. In 'A Face For Radio' we dive into...

In this week's episode we have the pleasure of welcoming on Matt Allwright! Most of you will recognise him from BBC Watchdog and Rogue Traders. Rory speaks to Matt all about his career in TV and radio thus far, as well as the future of consumer rights and the programmes that surround it.  In 'A Face For Radio' we dive into the stories of people behind the microphone! We interview big radio names w...

In our latest episode, Arwen interviews the amazing Hanna Ward, one of the fantastic producers behind the longest running women's radio show in the world - woman's hour. She tells her story from getting a French and Theatre studies degree all the way up to Radio 4. She also talks about how the challenges of rising up the ranks in the industry after not really having your traditional journalistic b...

In our latest episode, Rory interviews the amazing Alex Duke, a reporter who's been covering the London, Surrey and Hampshire areas for Greatest Hits Radio. At an early age, Alex was diagnosed with Speech and Language Delay which meant that he was behind other kids when it came to communicating and find who he was as a child. In this episode, he talks about how he overcame those challenges and tel...

In our latest episode, Rory welcomes on the host of the Late Show across all Local BBC stations, Becky Want! Becky tells Rory all about her career in radio thus far, from her time at the infamous Station Piccadilly Radio, all the way through to her current role at the BBC. She also tells us some of the hilarious and bizarre stories you can hear on the Late Show. In 'A Face For Radio', we dive into...

In our latest episode, Mark sits down and chats to Mary Mandefield from Hits Radio, BBC Radio 1 & BBC Radio 1 Xtra. Mary tells Mark all about her career in radio so far, they also discuss a number of other topics within the industry including celebrity radio hosts, podcasts and how to navigate your way through the world of radio.  In 'A Face For Radio', we dive into the stories of people behind th...

In our latest episode, Arwen sits down and chats with Carl Hartley from BBC Radio 5 Live. Carl tells us all about his career in radio thus far that spans just over two decades! The duo also discuss his career as a Journalism Lecturer at the University of Leeds, and so much more!  In 'A Face For Radio', we dive into the stories of people behind the microphone! We interview big radio names who help...

In our latest episode, we welcome on Darryl Morris from Times Radio. Mark speaks to Darryl about how having ADHD is an asset in the radio industry, reporting during the horrific Manchester bombing in 2017 and much more.  In 'A Face For Radio', we dive into the stories of people behind the microphone! We interview big radio names who help produce and present some of your favourite shows, so they ca...

In our latest episode, Mark sits down and chats to Shivani Sharma from LBC. Shivani tells Mark all about her producing and reporting for one of the UK's biggest stations.  Furthermore, Mark and Shivani discuss the importance of understanding history, what it's like to work alongside big names like Shelagh Fogarty and Sadiq Khan, and so much more!  In 'A Face For Radio', we dive into the stories of...

In this week's episode we welcome on David Mooney, a freelance journalist. for BBC Radio 5 Live. You may also recognise his voice from 'The Bluemoon Podcast', one of the most recognised Manchester City podcasts.  Rory McGowan chats to David about all things radio, including the direction of the industry, what BBC Radio 5 Live are looking for when it comes to content, and the world of podcasting. ...