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Karl Stefanovic won't appear on Friday radio show with Eddie McGuire amid Tommy Robinson interview fallout
Karl Stefanovic will not appear on his scheduled Friday afternoon radio show with Eddie McGuire after widespread criticism of his podcast interview with UK far-right activist Tommy Robinson. Stefanovic only recently signed the deal with ARN Media…
Jackass' Johnny Knoxville feels British radio star's testicle during live show
On Capital Breakfast this morning, Johnny Knoxville took the opportunity to feel Chris Stark's false testicle live on the air. Chris, 39, announced last year that he had been diagnosed with testicular cancer and spoken openly about his diagnosis…
Karl Stefanovic pulls out of radio show tomorrow amid Robinson controversy
Presenter Karl Stefanovic has pulled out of his scheduled appearance on his new radio show with Eddie McGuire tomorrow amid a furore over his sympathetic interview with UK right wing extremist Tommy Robinson. Stefanovic and McGuire were scheduled…
BBC radio stations lead summer music coverage
The BBC's radio stations will play a central role in a wide-ranging summer of music programming across the corporation. BBC Music has announced a schedule of live performances, festival broadcasts, documentaries and special programmes running…
Philip Bewers marks 50 years at York Hospital Radio
Philip Bewers has reached 50 years of volunteering at York Hospital Radio. Philip joined the charity in June 1976 and spent his first evening collecting requests at the former Naburn psychiatric and Fulford maternity hospitals. He became part of…
Jeff Bezos-backed Slate Auto EV truck with no radio has drivers split: 'That price is NOT it'
The new Jeff Bezos-backed Slate Auto's bare-bones electric pickup truck is already causing quite the uproar online. The Michigan startup is betting that Americans fed up with sky-high car prices will embrace a stripped-down EV truck with hand-crank…
Jackass' Johnny Knoxville fondles radio host's prosthetic testicle live on air
Hilarious moment Johnny Knoxville checks out Chris Starks' prothetic testicle Johnny Knoxville begged Capital's Chris Stark to let him feel his prosthetic testicle while broadcasting live to listeners across the UK. Chris was diagnosed with…
Data center discussion leads to Woodbury County moratorium - Radio Iowa
Woodbury County is the latest to address the issue of data centers as the supervisors there unanimously voted for a one-year moratorium on the facilities. The vote is a response to the town of Salix annexing 900 acres of farmland in April with…
Here's how you can become a presenter on hospital radio in Blackburn
RHB is recruiting volunteers for roles as presenters, ward liaisons, request collectors and fundraisers. The radio also wants individuals who can help with raising awareness and marketing the wonderful work RHB does. RHB started over 70 years ago…
Karl Stefanovic pulls out of his new ARN radio show with Eddie McGuire
Have YOU got a story? Email Karl Stefanovic has pulled out of his upcoming ARN radio appearance on Friday as the broadcaster quietly reassesses its future association with the Today host following the fallout from his controversial political…
The Latest Podcast Stats Show That People Want Their Niches
When Ben Richardson acquired the RSS.com domain in 2013, he wasn't thinking about podcasting at all. He was trying to save RSS feed readers after Google Reader shut down. But over time, something became clear: podcast listeners (and hosts!) kept…
Hull school pupils gain insight into one of city's biggest industries
School children in Hull have gained insight into one of the city's biggest industries after spending a day at leading holiday home manufacturer, Willerby. The visit, organised by Hull and East Yorkshire (HEY) Children's University, saw dozens of…
Trust and profit rise when audio joins in
Commercial audio campaigns delivered 75% higher profit than campaigns without audio, according to new global research. The study of 1,262 campaigns across 17 years also found campaigns using audio achieved 81% higher trust, 81% greater price…
Man Utd podcast: What about Marcus Rashford's future?
BBC Radio Manchester have released the latest episode of The Devils' Advocate podcast and this week, they have discussed the future of Marcus Rashford. Host Joe McGrath believes the 28-year-old might have to settle for a squad role if he returns to…
Sam Thompson spotted crying on Pete Wicks after emotional TRIC awards
Sam Thompson could not hold back the tears as he was snapped hugging his best friend Pete Wicks ' and seeming rather emotional. The pair were in town for the TRIC (Television and Radio Industries Club) Awards with a host of other celebs. Sam, 33…
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