RADIO CREATORS

In this episode of RADIO CREATORS, host Steve Randall shares some thoughts on the future of radio - specifically the likelihood that listeners will drive a shift from linear radio that has been with us for 100 years, to on-demand, as seen by the growth of podcasting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY AIRSPACE - AUDIO FEATURES FOR RADIO - GET FREE CONTENT FOR YOUR STATION Join Steve Randall in this captivating episode of RADIO CREATORS as he delves into the art of radio storytelling with Valerie Geller, renowned author of "Beyond Powerful Radio: An Audio Communicator's Guide to the Digital World." Discover the secrets to engaging audiences, the magic of human connec...

GET 10 IMAGING LINERS VOICED FOR JUST £20 - LIMITED TIME OFFER! It's the first episode RECORDED LIVE! Join Steve Randall and panelists Harrison RB from Express FM and Terry Mann from GTFM as they discuss the importance of community engagement. Discover how Express FM in Portsmouth and GTFM in Rhondda Cynon Taf in south Wales engage with their local communities through events, partnerships, and inn...

GET 10 IMAGING LINERS VOICED FOR JUST £20 - LIMITED TIME OFFER! In this episode of RADIO CREATORS, Steve Randall is joined by Join Mark Jones, chair of Ofcom's Community Radio Fund panel as he delves into the intricacies of funding for community radio stations. Discover the importance of sustainable income, the types of projects that receive support, and the essential tips for crafting a successfu...

Steve Randall talks about the evolving landscape of local radio and shares five essential strategies for community radio stations to thrive, from enhancing local content to engaging with local businesses and musicians. Uncover the potential of "What's Ons," community billboards, and local news in creating a vibrant radio experience. Join the discussion and get inspired to elevate your station's pr...

Welcome to a special request episode of RADIO CREATORS with Steve Randall, where we dive into the intricacies of music scheduling for community and small-scale commercial radio stations. This episode focuses on common misconceptions and effective strategies for enhancing your station's music policy. Steve shares insights on creating a consistent and appealing sound, understanding variety, choosing...

Join us in this episode as we chat with Kyle Scott, the founder and CEO of Affinity Media, about the vibrant world of community radio. Discover how Radio Shields is bringing local radio back to the northeast of England, with a focus on community engagement and support. Kyle shares his passion for local broadcasting, the challenges of funding, and the impact of radio on the community. From broadcas...

In this special episode of RADIO CREATORS, host Steve Randall delves into the intriguing world of artificial intelligence and its impact on radio. Steve explores how AI tools, like ChatGPT, can revolutionise radio show prep from generating local news and event ideas to crafting interview questions and themed music playlists. Discover the potential and pitfalls of AI in radio, and listen in on a fa...

Join us in this episode as we chat with Mike Osborne, the founder and CEO of Caravan Radio. Discover how Mike's passion for caravanning led to the creation of a unique niche radio station dedicated to caravan enthusiasts. From humble beginnings in a field to a thriving community of listeners, Caravan Radio has become a beacon for those who share a love for caravans. Learn about the challenges and...

In this episode of the RADIO CREATORS podcast, Steve Randall is joined by Chris Stevens, a seasoned audio producer with over 25 years of experience in the industry. Chris shares his journey from working at SUN FM in Sunderland - one of the small commercial stations that preceded community radio - to running 'community of interest' station Chris Country and owning production firm Devaweb and co-own...

In this episode of RADIO CREATORS Steve Randall is joined by Marcus Smith from BCfm in Bristol , a community radio station that promotes community cohesion and well-being by providing an engaging and challenging audio experience. Marcus is BCfm's development lead and is a driving force in the station's collaborative approach to on air content, and perhaps more importantly, to initiatives that spre...

In this episode, Steve Randall chats with Martin Steers, a passionate advocate for community radio, who wears many hats, from running NLive Radio in Northampton and Bedford Radio in Bedford along with involvement in Scout Radio and founding the Community Radio Awards . He's also co-founder and director of UK Community Radio Network , a support and lobbying group for the sector. In this insightful...

In this episode, Steve Randall chats with Nathan Spackman, operations director at Bro Radio in the Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales. Nathan shares insights into the station's community-focused approach, the importance of local content, and the innovative Bro Radio Academy aimed at engaging young people. Plus the huge benefits of organising and running the local community awards event . There's also...

In this 'non-geeky-guaranteed' episode we explore the world of small scale DAB with Ash Alford, the digital development manager for Angel Radio , the community radio station for older people in the Portsmouth area. We address the elephants in the room about DAB including sound quality, coverage, and the potential for it to be replaced by online listening. Steve Randall also asks Ash about the chal...

In this episode of RADIO CREATORS Steve Randall is joined by Keri Jones from Alfred , an all-speech community radio station for Shaftesbury in Dorset (famous among other things for Gold Hill as used in the classic Hovis ads!). Keri has taken a 'non-radio' approach to the station, which started as a podcast and now broadcasts on FM and online. With a small team of volunteers and assisted by AI (use...

In the serene and picturesque Highlands of Scotland lies a radio station that has become a beacon of community engagement and musical diversity. Radio Wester Ross , under the adept management of Iain Meadows , has carved out a unique niche in the world of community radio. In our latest podcast episode, Steve Randall speaks with Iain about the fascinating journey of Radio Wester Ross, the challenge...

In this introductory episode of RADIO CREATORS the show's host Steve Randall explains what inspired him to launch the podcast and what its aims are. Steve's experience at a small commercial station in 2008 gave him a new perspective on the power of radio having been with some of the country's biggest stations previously. Along with his upcoming guests, he will bring you insights, information, tips...