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Changes at BBC Radio 1 include James Cusack taking over weekend breakfast and hosting the show from Manchester.

James was first heard on Radio 1 in 2020 as part of Radio 1’s Christmas Takeover and has since covered a wide-range of shows across the station.
Also announced today, Jeremiah Asiamah is to cover for Mollie King, joining Matt Edmondson to host the station’s afternoon show.
In addition, Maia Beth and Jodie Bryant will cover Mollie’s Radio 1 Future Pop show on rotation.
Maia was given her first opportunity to host on the station during the 2021 festive period as part of Radio 1’s Christmas Takeover. From there she has regularly covered Radio 1’s Future Pop and currently presents two shows on Radio 1’s new extension – Radio 1 Anthems.
Jodie also came through Radio 1’s Christmas Takeover where she was given the opportunity to host Radio 1’s Future Pop during Christmas 2022.
She has since gone on to frequently cover the show whilst also being a regular host for BBC Introducing Sussex and Surrey. Jodie’s keen interest in new music has led her to host and curate a number of live events focussed on championing the very best independent and new music.
Presenting duo Sam and Danni will move to a new afternoon show (Friday – Sunday, 1pm-4pm) from weekend breakfast.
And finally, Oré Olukoga and Swarzy will join the station to host a brand-new show, Radio 1 Weekend Early Breakfast (Saturday and Sunday, 6am-7am). Oré will present the show on Saturdays and Swarzy on Sundays.
Oré was part of Radio 1’s Christmas Takeover 2022 and after trying his hand at hosting Radio 1 Anthems, took over Friday Early Breakfast in 2023 and has since covered various shows on the network. Swarzy currently hosts 1Xtra’s Weekend Breakfast Show on Saturdays, joining the station in 2022 after having previously presented the weekend breakfast show on KISS FM.
Aled Haydn Jones says: “Everyone at Radio 1 is thrilled for Mollie as she embarks on this new chapter and we wish her the best of luck on her maternity leave. It’s also an amazing opportunity for Jeremiah, Maia and Jodie who I’m sure will do a brilliant job at covering her shows.
“Congratulations to Sam and Danni on their new afternoon show. This is an exciting next step, and I know they’ll bring something special to the slot.
“I’m also delighted to welcome three fantastic new presenters to the Radio 1 family and can’t wait for listeners to get to know James, Oré and Swarzy.”

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The ReelWorld Radio Academy 30 under 30 list has been announced in full for 2024.

Each year the list features the 30 people under the age of 30 who have shown exceptional tenacity, talent and a proven trajectory in radio and audio, according to the Radio Academy.
It includes content creators, news editors, presenters, producers, production managers and more, from independent freelancers to those who work at major broadcast and podcast platforms.
Stars who have featured on the list in previous years at an early stage in their career and gone on to global success include TV presenter Ben Sheppard, Head BBC Asian Network Ahmed Hussain and presenter Emma-Louise Amanshia, who this year presented at the Radio Academy Festival.
Aradhna Tayal Leach, Managing Director, The Radio Academy said: “I am delighted to announce The ReelWorld Radio Academy 30 Under 30 list, one of the most prestigious and competitive accolades in our sector.
“Since its launch in 2011, being included in the ReelWorld Radio Academy 30 Under 30 list has become established as one of the great honours of a young audio professional’s career, with many of our alumni going on to senior leadership roles in the industry.
“The 2024 list features many unsung stars of radio and audio who show huge passion and skill, as well as dedication to our listeners, and to our own audio community. Congratulations to all thirty on this significant achievement and I hope your accolade inspires you to continue in your professional development in our great industry.”
Chairing the 30 Under 30 Judging Committee, Jimmy Buckland, Director of Strategy at News Broadcasting, said: “As a member of the first 30 Under 30 class in 2011, it’s a special honour to now help lead the judging committee. It has been incredibly inspiring to read through the brilliant and varied applications we received this year.
“The thirty young people who have made the 2024 list exemplify the very best of our industry. Their talent and achievements demonstrate that the future of audio is in safe hands.”
Anthony Gay, Managing Director of ReelWorld, 30 Under 30 sponsor said: “The ReelWorld Radio Academy 30 Under 30 remains a highlight of our year. The entire team at ReelWorld is passionate about the power of sound and this initiative is an inspiring glimpse into the future and a reminder why we love this industry.
“Those who have made the final 30 are truly at the forefront of the industry, taking radio and audio in new and exciting directions. Congratulations to the class of 2024.”
Here’s the list in full:

Alan Zycinski: LBC’s Scotland Correspondent, LBC, Global
Amber Miller: Studio and Production Manager, Content Is Queen
Angelina Kelly: Social Media Producer and Reporter, talkSPORT
Ben Relf: Senior Project Engineer, Independent Project Engineering Ltd. (IPE)
Beth Tebboth: Senior Broadcast Licensing Executive, Ofcom
Callum McQuade: Senior Reporter, Clyde 1
Edd Norton: Systems Project Engineer, News Broadcasting
Ellie Clifford: Head of Content, Persephonica
Ellie Colton: Breakfast Presenter, BBC Radio Sheffield
Evangeline Robinson: Senior Marketing Manager, Listen
Ffion Clarke: Producer, Freelance
Harriet Pullen: Senior Content Producer, BBC Radio Nottingham
Henry Riley: Reporter and Presenter, LBC Radio
Jade Pearson: Producer, KISS FM
Jamie Glover: Content Producer for The Zoe Ball Breakfast Show, BBC Radio 2, S:E Creative Studio
Jasmine Hill: Producer, Listen for BBC Radio 1
Joseph Zubier: Producer, BBC Radio 3
Laura Bailey: Radio Producer, BBC Radio 1Xtra
Laura O’Connor: Commercial Programming Manager, Bauer Media UK
Lewis Ness: Head of Production, Heartland FM
Lillie-Mae Stubbs: Producer, Audio Always
Lucy Bacon: Morning Editor and Senior Producer of Nick Ferrari at Breakfast, LBC, Global
Matt Podd: Producer, Wisebuddah
Millie Chu: Producer, Mindhouse Productions
Nicole Williams: Breakfast Producer, Hits Radio, Bauer Media
Olivia Cope: Podcast Producer, Listen
Olivia Melkonian: Editorial Manager, BBC
Shreni Yajnik: Radio Producer, Listen
Sophie Penney: Podcast Producer, The Sports Agents, Global
Zoe Head-Thomas: Multimedia News and Sports Reporter, Greatest Hits Radio Bucks Beds and Herts – Bauer Media UK

Congratulations to everyone who made the list from RadioToday!

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Dame Laura Kenny will be working with Happy Radio to help switch on the Christmas lights in Altrincham in Greater Manchester this year.

On Saturday, 23rd November, the Olympic champion will take to the stage on Regent Road to switch on the lights and officially kick off Christmas.
It will be hosted by Happy Radio presenters Darren Proctor and Chelsea Norris on the Happy Radio Stage and organised alongside Altrincham BID.
Mandy White, Altrincham BID Director said: “We’re proud to bring the community together for an event.
“This year’s theme celebrates Altrincham’s commitment to active travel and sustainability, as well as sporting achievements, all of which make Dame Laura Kenny the perfect guest to lead us into Christmas.

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BBC Radio 1 presenters Melvin Odoom and Dean McCullough are part of the line-up in I’m A celebrity on ITVX this year.
Melvin, who hosts mid-mornings with Rickie and Charlie, joined the station in 2019 after many years on KISS Breakfast.
Known also for his television work, Melvin said: “Snoring is my biggest fear. I have been trying to train myself, as messing with people’s sleep is a big deal.
Dean McCullough has been with Radio 1 since 2020 after working on Gaydio. He told ITV he’s terrified of leaving his studio behind and says he is “so petrified of everything.”
He said: “I made the mistake of watching episode one from last year and I nearly passed out watching it. I had to turn it off. And I hate cockroaches.
“There was a cockroach in a hostel I stayed in once and I checked out during the middle of the night, as the thought of it.”
I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! starts on ITVX this Sunday at 9pm.
Photo credit: ITVX

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BBC Radio 2 presenter Paddy McGuinness is cycling 300 miles from Wrexham AFC to Glasgow on a Raleigh Chopper.
The Ultra Endurance Cycle Challenge is to raise money and awareness for BBC Children in Need, and you can even check his live progress on the Paddy Tracker!
Zoe Ball on the Radio 2 Breakfast Show spoke to Paddy and set him off on his way at around 8am today, and he also appeared live on BBC Breakfast.
Actor Michael Sheen left a voicenote for Paddy, saying: “Hello Paddy, it’s your old mate Michael Sheen here. What a fantastic thing you’re doing here. I want to give you as much support as possible, so as inspiration – I’m going to do a bike ride as well!
“I’m going to go from this wall here, all the way across to that wall over there. If I can do it, *grunts* you can do it, mate!
“Good luck, all the best *grunts*! All the best!”
Before setting off on his challenge, Paddy spoke to Dot Davies and James Williams from BBC Radio Wales about what it was like to train with Sir Chris Hoy.
“It’s like being a football fan and having a kickabout with Messi. If you’re a cyclist you’d give your right arm to train with him. He’s so inspiring he gets me through the days when were out training and he’s just a pleasure to be around.”
He went on to explain why he chose the chopper bike for his challenge. “I could never afford one always wanted one its iconic I love the shape of it. That’s going to be the star of the show, kids are going to love this, and then the mums and dads can sort of have the rose tinted spectacles on and take themselves back to their own childhoods.”

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Radio X is known as Radio Y today thanks to a partnership between Global and Paramount+ UK to promote television drama Yellowstone.

The UK campaign launched this morning in line with the show’s return, with a Yellowstone takeover of Radio X for the entire day.
The station has become Radio Y and the studio has been transformed into a Yellowstone themed Western ranch including props and branding from the show.
To kick off the day, co-branded social media content featuring Radio X Drivetime host and Yellowstone superfan Johnny Vaughan dressed as a cowboy commuting to work on horseback was teased from Johnny’s, Radio X’s and Paramount+’s social media accounts, ahead of his show.
This morning, Radio X Breakfast host Chris Moyles treated his audience to a special ‘Bucking Bronco’ segment to win a £2K cash prize, hosted live from the studio and streamed on Global Player.
The rest of the Radio X breakfast team (James, Dom and Pippa) took turns on the bronco while simultaneously recapping each Yellowstone series to date and listeners had to guess which presenter could stay on the longest as Chris commented on their performance.
One lucky winner received a £2K cash prize and is in with a chance of winning a trip to a ranch in Montana – the home of Yellowstone.
Yellowstone will be promoted on air every hour throughout the day and there will be further chances for listeners to enter the competition, culminating with Johnny Vaughan going full throttle with Radio Y in his drivetime show.
In addition, spoof ads riffing off the Yellowstone theme will play every hour.
The Radio X activity will be supported by on-air promotions on Heart and Capital throughout the two-week period, and national outdoor ads showcasing Johnny in his Yellowstone themed outfit will bring the partnership to life off air.
The partnership is the result of collaboration between Paramount+ UK, Global, Wavemaker and The Promotions Factory.
Anna Priest, Senior Vice President and Head of Paramount+ UK said: “We’re really proud of this collaboration with Global. Radio hosts are the original influencers and with Johnny, Chris and the Radio X team being genuine fans of Yellowstone, it’s an authentic and entertaining way to excite UK fans about the epic return.”
Katie Bowden, Managing Director of Commercial Audio at Global added: “We love working with advertisers to create innovative campaigns and clever partnerships with our radio brands. This is a great example of using the power of radio to engage audiences in a playful and fun way and Radio X is the perfect set for Yellowstone.”

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