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Radio is the perfect Number 10: The Three Lions assist machine
England’s fine form in Russia has undoubtedly lifted the mood of the nation. As we cheer the players on in the searing heat, we’ve never felt more connected to the national team. Nothing taps into the spirit of the nation quite like a world cup… Well, except for radio.Publication date: 10.07.2018
Radio scores as fans enjoy World Cup ‘feelgood factor’
With England’s World Cup opening game becoming the most-watched programme of the year so far, radio coverage seems on course to hit new heights too. BBC Radio 5 Live and TalkSport are both broadcasting all the tournament’s games and, although figures are not yet out, report that listeners have been engaging more than ever with their shows.Publication date: 22.06.2018
2018 New York Radio Festivals winners announced
Two of the five top ‘Grand Awards’ of the New York International Radio Festivals have gone to the UK this year, thanks to the BBC and TBI Media. The BBC won in the Best Digital Special Event category for putting on BBC Radio 1 Vintage for the station’s 50th birthday last year, whilst TBI Media took home the prize for its Born This Way documentary made for BBC Radio 2.Publication date: 19.06.2018
talkSPORT and 5 live announce World Cup plans
talkSPORT and BBC Radio 5 live have announced their coverage plans for the upcoming football World Cup in Russia. The commercial broadcaster is promising over 800 hours of content and all 64 games live across its stations, while 5 live also has commentary rights to every game.Publication date: 01.06.2018
BBC Radio announces Royal Wedding plans
All of the BBC’s network radio stations are pulling out the stops to cover the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on 19th May, with special shows – including live OBs from Windsor.Publication date: 04.05.2018
Frank Warren: BBC Radio 5 live agrees deal to broadcast fights
Carl Frampton's bout with Nonito Donaire on Saturday will be the first fight broadcast as part of a new BBC Radio 5 live deal with Frank Warren.Publication date: 20.04.2018