Behind The Mic

After three series, countless stories, and an unforgettable journey through the world of radio, Behind the Mic comes to an end. In this final episode, we close the book on pirate radio — from the last voice on Radio Caroline’s ship in 1991, to the rooftop rebels of the 90s, the legal crackdowns of the 2000s, and the unlikely comeback of stations like Rinse FM, Flex FM, and even Radio Caroline itse...

We’re down to the penultimate episode of Behind the Mic — and this week, we’re uncovering the story of the pirates who refused to go quietly. Even after the BBC launched Radio 1 and the government passed the Marine Broadcasting Offences Act in 1967, pirate stations like Radio Caroline kept the rebellious spirit alive. From offshore ships sneaking supplies to the rise of land-based pirates in Brita...

This week, Behind the Mic dives deep into the crackdown on pirate radio – the moment the government finally decided enough was enough. From the Marine Broadcasting Offences Act of 1967 to the dramatic final sign-offs of stations like Radio London and Radio 390, discover how Britain tried to silence the rebels of the airwaves. But not everyone went quietly – Radio Caroline refused to give in, keepi...

Step into the 2000s this week as Behind the Mic takes you through one of the most exciting and transformative decades in radio history. From the rise of iPods and MP3s to the birth of podcasting, we uncover how radio fought to stay relevant in the digital age. Discover how DAB changed the game, why personality became radio’s greatest currency, and the controversies that had the nation talking – in...

Welcome Back to Behind The Mic, Thomas has returned for the 3rd series and he can not wait to share all the new stuff with you. Coming up, Thomas explores why Pirate Radio choes the music to be played out on the air and what swayed the choise, he looks at some of the Biggest songs in radio which were number ones and were an ear worm on british radio, he also looks at how radio technology changed i...

**This Episode does contain a Production Error,  During the News There is a moment where the footage has been Distorted, do not worry, Though as it does come back. We do apologise for this. Thanks for Listening.** Welcome Back to Behind The Mic, Thomas has returned for the 3rd series and he can not wait to share all the new stuff with you. Coming up, Thomas looks at the problems that the pirate st...

Surprise! Here’s a one-off bonus episode of Behind the Mic , diving into the brand-new RAJAR Q2 2025 radio listening figures . In this special episode, Thomas break down the biggest winners, the surprising changes, and what these results mean for the world of UK radio. Whether you’re a fellow radio geek, an industry insider, or just curious about who’s tuning in where, this episode is packed with...

Welcome Back to Behind The Mic, Thomas has returned for the 3rd series and he can not wait to share all the new stuff with you. Coming up, Thomas explores why Pirate Radio and the competition between the different radio stations and what each one offered, he looks at some of the Biggest songs in radio which were number ones and were an ear worm on british radio, he also looks at how radio technolo...

Welcome Back to Behind The Mic, Thomas has returned for the 3rd series and he can not wait to share all the new stuff with you. Coming up, Thomas explores some of the biggest Pirate Radio stations, he looks at some of the Biggest songs in radio which were number ones and were an ear worm on british radio, he also looks at the 2nd Radio 1 Brekfast show DJ Nole Edmunds. For the second and final week...

Welcome Back to Behind The Mic, Thomas has returned for the 3rd series and he can not wait to share all the new stuff with you. Coming up, Thomas explores Pirate Radio and what made the DJs better than what you herd on the BBC, he looks at some of the Biggest songs in radio which were number ones and were an ear worm on british radio, he also looks at how radio technology changed in the 70s as a p...

Well, Well, Well! Welcome Back to Behind The Mic, Thomas has returned for the 3rd series and he can not wait to share all the new stuff with you. Coming up, Thomas explores why Pirate Radio was so important and the main cause for it, he looks at some of the Biggest songs in radio which were number ones and were an ear worm on british radio, he also looks at how radio technology changed in the 1960...

We can not wait to go back on the air this July! Behind the Mic will be returning for a 3rd series. Make sure that you save the date. What can you expect? Pirate Radio Music in Radio Radio in the past Radio headlines Listen on: Spotify Amazon Music Apple Podcast Follow on Instagram Tiktok Tiktok @behindthe_mic Instagram - @radiodjthomas

Christmas has finally arrived and Thomas has got a one off Christmas special! So Whilst you do the last minute Christmas shopping or prepping your Christmas dinner, let Thomas entertain you with 40 minutes of Christmas fun. With the 12 biggest radio news stories from 2024, 10 Christmas Number 1 which we all love, as well as the first ever Number 1, he then looks at 2 of the biggest Christmas Stati...

Thomas is back again with the penultimate episode of series 2! As Thomas is Behind The Mic for, BTM he will kick start with looking at how Jordan North made it into the radio world from the very start. He will then have a look at the brand new feature for S2 ``Music In Radio'' where each week he will look at the music that was number one on this day in any year, he will choose 5 tracks and...

Thomas is back again with the 8th episode of series 2! As Thomas is Behind The Mic for, BTM he will be looking at 7 of Spains best radio stations and some of the less well known ones. He will then have a look at the brand new feature for S2 ``Music In Radio'' where each week he will look at the music that was number one on this day in any year, he will choose 5 tracks and explore how they...

Thomas is back again with the 7th episode of series 2! As Thomas is Behind The Mic for, BTM (late) he will be looking at 7 of Spains best radio stations and some of the less well known ones. He will then have a look at the brand new feature for S2 ``Music In Radio'' where each week he will look at the music that was number one on this day in any year, he will choose 5 tracks and explore ho...

Thomas is back again with the 6th episode of series 2! As Thomas is Behind The Mic for, BTM he will kick start with looking at 7 of Dubai's best radio stations and some of the less well known ones. He will then have a look at the brand new feature for S2 ``Music In Radio'' where each week he will look at the music that was number one on this day in any year, he will choose 5 tracks and...

Thomas is back again with the 5th episode of series 2! As Thomas is Behind The Mic for, BTM he will kick start with looking at the incredible late Simon Mayo who is best known for his time on radio 2 but what else did he do? He will then have a look at the brand new feature for S2 "Music In Radio'' where each week he will look at the music that was number one on this day in any year,...

Thomas is back again with the 4th episode of series 2! As Thomas is Behind The Mic for, BTM he he will kick start with the brand new feature for S2 "Music In Radio'' where each week he will look at the music that was number one on this day in any year, he will choose 5 tracks and explore how they made it to Number 1 and then how often they did and do still get played on Radio! He will...

Thomas is back again with the 3rd episode of series 2! As Thomas is Behind The Mic for, BTM He will kick start by looking at the incredible Mark Goodier who is currently on Greatest Hits Radio and he moves soon to take over Pick of the Pops On BBC Radio 2 In July as well as looking at everything else he has done over his years. He will the for the only time this series by looking at what work goes...

Thomas is back again with the second episode of series 2! As Thomas is Behind The Mic for, BTM he he will kick start with the brand new feature for S2 "Music In Radio" where each week he will look at the music that was number one on this day in any year, he will choose 5 tracks and explore how they made it to Number 1 and then how often they did and do still get played on Radio! He will...

After 10 weeks of waiting, the wait is now over, Thomas is back for a brand new series! bigger and better than ever! As Thomas Kick starts the brand New Series of BTM he has a brand new feature that he can not wait to share with you, "Music In Radio" where each week he will look at the music that was number one on this day in any year, he will choose 5 tracks and explore how they made it...

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Thomas ends Series 1 in style, looking at the broadcaster Greg James and how he made it into the world of radio from his beginning as a host on student radio to his worldwide recognition as the host of the BBC Radio 1 Breakfast show! He also delves into the rich history of BBC Radio 2 from its beginning in 1967 on the 30th of September, to today, and looks at the big milestones they have reached a...

This week Thomas is, looking at the broadcaster Paul Gambaccini and how he made it into the world of radio from his beginning In the USA and New York as a Radio DJ t being recognised across the world and hear in the UK as he hosts on BBC Radio 2 and Greatest Hits Radio. He also delves into the rich history of Planet Rock from its beginning in 1999 to today, and looks at the big milestones they hav...