Month: May 2024

Bauer’s Beat 102 103 has hired Odhrán Johnson as the station’s newest member of the newsroom at the Broadcast Centre in Ardkeen.
Originally from Ballymote Co. Sligo, Odhrán joins the station as Beat’s new SportsBeat Xtra Presenter and News & Sports Journalist with a background and interest in audio production.
While studying for his undergraduate degree in Law and History in DCU, Odhrán began a podcast series called ‘Young People in Politics’. In this series, he interviewed members of each political youth party which stemmed from a keen interest in current affairs.
After completing a BA in Law and History in Dublin City University, he then went on to do an internship with the Irish Times.
From there Odhrán completed an MA in Media & Broadcast Production in Queen’s University Belfast. At Queen’s, he strengthened his News experience when he was appointed Deputy Head of News.
Odhrán says: “It’s always been a dream of mine to tell people’s stories. I knew I wanted to start my career in regional radio once I finished college and I’m delighted that I gotta make that start covering news and sport throughout the South East for Beat.
“I’ve already been given so many fantastic opportunities since starting at the end of April and everyone in both Beat and the South East has been so welcoming.
“I’m delighted to be working with such an enthusiastic and passionate news and sports team here at Beat.”
Beat News and Sports Editor Aoife Kearns says; “Odhrán is a huge asset to the team with a wealth of knowledge in sport, news and current affairs.
“He has a passion for radio and has already hit the ground running in the short time he’s been with us here at Beat.
“It’s fantastic to be able to nurture new talent, and I really look forward to seeing Odhrán continue to grow in his new role in the coming months”.
Odhrán began his new role in April 2024. SportsBeat Xtra airs every Saturday evening at 5:30pm on Beat 102 103. […]

Chris Doyle has been appointed as CEO of Bauer Media Audio Ireland after covering the position since Simon Myciunka’s move to the UK.
Chris Joined Bauer Media in 2021 when Bauer acquired Communicorp Group, of which he was COO.
During his time as interim CEO, Chris’s achievements include leading on the acquisitions of iRadio, Media Central and Beat 102-103, successfully guiding the business to record JNLR listenership figures, and navigating Bauer Media Audio Ireland’s commercial leadership transition.
Bauer saus Chris’s appointment comes at an exciting time for Bauer Media Audio as the business continues on the pathway to its next phase of digital development.
Speaking on the news, Vivian Mohr, President, Bauer Media Audio stated: “In our time spent working together, I’ve been able to witness Chris’s engaging leadership style, and his ability to inspire teams to produce their best possible work.
“He brings with him a deep understanding of the business and its broader stakeholders, and is greatly respected for the achievements delivered by Bauer Media Audio Ireland under his stewardship.
“I am excited to be able to continue working together as Bauer Media Audio moves to its next stage of development, growing its reach and brand portfolio, and developing market leading commercial offers to the benefit of listeners and partners alike“
Chris Doyle added: “It is an honour to work with such a creative and innovative team on the best media brands in the country and I am delighted to lead Bauer Media Audio in Ireland.
“I look forward to the next stage of Bauer’s growth and further developing our incredible connection with audiences and commercial partners at such an exciting time for audio.” […]