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Audio Always’ comedy podcast Help I Sexted My Boss will appear on Global Player a full day before it’s available elsewhere in a new partnership.
The deal between Global and Audio Always brings the chart-topping podcast into Global’s ecosystem, offering early access to episodes through its digital audio platform.
Hosted by Capital Breakfast’s Jordan North and etiquette expert William Hanson, the show has now surpassed 100 million listens since its launch and recently announced plans for an arena tour in 2026.
The partnership connects the show directly with Jordan’s existing Capital Breakfast audience and is supported by a major campaign across Global’s radio, podcast, digital, social and outdoor platforms.
Audio Always Managing Director Stuart Morgan told RadioToday the team was “really excited to be uniting Sexted with Global’s network, and offering listeners the chance to hear the podcast first”.
He added that the partnership “brings together radio, podcasts, Global Player and wider cross-media channels to promote brilliant audio on a brilliant platform”.
Vicky Etchells, Director of Podcasts at Global, said the collaboration “is a brilliant example of how we can bring together Global’s platforms to drive growth for podcasts”.
She said working with Audio Always “not only strengthens Global Player’s offering but creates exciting opportunities for advertisers to connect with audiences in multiple ways”.

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Former Heart presenter John Darin has teamed up with broadcaster Chris Brooks to support the Essex and Herts Air Ambulance this Christmas.
The pair recently reunited to film a special video appeal highlighting the charity’s lifesaving work. It includes an emotional interview with Peter and Becky, a couple from the region who share how the Air Ambulance crew saved Peter’s life after a serious accident.
John, now presenting on Broadland, joined Chris at the charity’s air base to meet some of the medical team involved in Peter’s rescue. The project aims to raise awareness and encourage donations for the service, which relies entirely on public support to continue its operations.
Chris said: “It was a real privilege to meet the people behind this amazing service and to hear first-hand how quickly they can make the difference between life and death.”
Essex and Herts Air Ambulance responds to hundreds of emergency calls each year, providing advanced critical care at the scene of serious incidents across the region.
The presenters hope their video will inspire others to support the charity’s Christmas fundraising efforts and remind people of the crucial role the air ambulance plays in saving lives every day.

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Greatest Hits Radio’s annual listener poll to find the ultimate Greatest Hit of the 70s, 80s and 90s is back for 2025.

Voting closes this Sunday 19 October, before the full countdown begins on Monday 27 October from 8am, building up to the Number One being revealed during Simon Mayo’s Drivetime show on Friday 31 October.
Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody has claimed the top spot every year so far, and with the track marking its 50th anniversary, listeners will be waiting to see if it can hold on once again.
To celebrate the milestone, Greatest Hits Radio will air a special documentary, The Story of Bohemian Rhapsody, on Sunday 2 November at 4pm. Narrated by Claire Sturgess, it features exclusive interviews with Brian May and Roger Taylor reflecting on the song’s enduring legacy.
Andy Ashton, Greatest Hits Radio Content Director, said: “The Top 500 is something we’ve done every year since launch, and it’s always been one of the most loved weeks of radio for our audience. There’s something inherently magical about a countdown, especially one that goes across a whole week.”
Listeners who take part in this year’s vote also have the chance to win the Top 20 Greatest Hits on vinyl, alongside a Mixx System 5 record player and speaker system, thanks to HMV and Mixx.

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STV has quietly released a new logo for its forthcoming radio service.

The reveal comes amid ongoing preparations for STV’s entry into Scotland’s commercial radio market.
Until now, the broadcaster had confirmed the station’s intended launch, target audience and key presenters — but not its visual identity.
While the design itself has not yet been described in official materials, the timing suggests it forms part of STV’s broader branding rollout ahead of the station’s debut.
Previously, STV disclosed the radio station will target 35- to 54-year-olds, and broadcast on DAB, online and via smart speakers. The venture sits within a newly formed Audience division that brings together STV’s TV, streaming and audio services.
In terms of talent, STV has already announced Ewen Cameron and Cat Harvey as breakfast hosts. It has more recently added Greigsy (Greig Easton) for mid-mornings and Webster (Stuart Webster) for the drive-time slot.

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Capital XTRA has announced the return of its Comedy Club this November, raising money for Global’s Make Some Noise charity.

The event takes place on Thursday 6th November at the Underbelly Boulevard Soho in central London, bringing together some of the UK’s sharpest comic talent for a night of laughter and music.
Comedian and Capital XTRA presenter Andrew Mensah will host the evening, featuring performances from Prince Abdi, Gbemi Oladipo and Blank Peng, with Eshaan Akbar and Jack Skipper also joining the line-up.
Matt Deverson, Managing Editor of Capital XTRA, said the event has become an important part of the station’s connection with its audience. He added: “The line-up is superb, promising another proper laugh-out-loud evening of comedy, and I’m proud that one of our own, Andrew Mensah, will compère the night again.”
Suzanne Ryder Richardson, Director of Global Goodness, said: “We’re thrilled to bring back the Capital XTRA Comedy Club for a third incredible night of laughs and entertainment, bringing brilliant comedy talent together to raise vital funds for Global’s Make Some Noise.”
The Capital XTRA Comedy Club has previously welcomed well-known acts including Babatunde Aléshé, Josephine Lacey and Axel Blake. The event supports Global’s Make Some Noise, which funds small UK charities tackling issues such as mental health, poverty and homelessness.

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The full line-up has been confirmed for this year’s UK Community Radio Network (UKCRN) Conference, taking place in Bradford on Saturday, 25th October.
The annual event coincides with the 20th anniversary of community radio in the UK, celebrating two decades of local broadcasting, connection and impact, supported by headline sponsor Be Broadcast.
Hits Radio presenter Stephanie Hirst will share her personal journey in radio, reflecting on her career and the importance of community stations in engaging and empowering audiences.
A special anniversary panel led by Dom Chambers from Sound Vision will look back at how community radio has evolved over the last twenty years. Dom will be joined by Jason Rosam of Riverside Radio and other well-known figures from across the sector.
UKCRN Co-Founder Rebecca Steers will host a forward-looking session on the future of community radio, exploring new technology, legacy planning and the development of the next generation of broadcasters.
Other speakers include Kerry Cobb from Fix Radio, who will present a case study on serving the UK’s builder community while maintaining community values, and representatives from Be Broadcast, Cornwall Media Network and Ashdown Radio, offering insights into PR, collaboration and event-based income generation.
Industry suppliers including Promo Only, DHD Audio, Vortex Communications, Radio News Hub, RadioToday and The MediaSite UK will also be there throughout the day.
To support attendance, 20 bursary places covering both the conference and the Community Radio Awards have been made available, funded by Aiir, Be Broadcast, Steers Media, Broadcast Bionics, Rupert Brun, All In Media and UKCRN.
The weekend concludes with a Development Morning on Sunday, 26th October, providing hands-on opportunities for networking, demo feedback and skills development.
Tickets for both events are available via communityradio2025.eventbrite.co.uk.
More information on the bursary scheme is available at ukcrn.radio/bursary.

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