Year: 2024

Anyone who worked for Radio Tees or TFM are invited to join in a reunion to mark the 50th anniversary since the service launched.

Radio Tees started on 257 in 1975 and turns 50 next year.
Dave Roberts and Richard Kell are organising the event on Friday 27th June 2025 at 6pm at Leonardo Hotel in Middlesbrough.
They write: “Join us for a blast from the past at the Leonardo Hotel Middlesbrough as we celebrate half a century of memories, music, and good times.
“Get ready to reconnect with old friends, and make new memories that will last another 50 years.
“Don’t miss out on this special event filled with laughter, nostalgia, and maybe a few surprises along the way. See you there!
“Ticket price includes buffet and there’s also the chance to book rooms at a discounted rate with details coming soon. Please note this event is for past Staff of Radio Tees / TFM on Teesside and partners are welcome.”
Grab your tickets from tfm257.co.uk.

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Global has appointed Shahlaa Tahira as the new Director of Industry Partnerships and Careers at the Global Academy.
Shahlaa started her broadcasting career at CapitalXtra in 2012 and says she is happy to be back at the company.
She told RadioToday: “Taking this position at the Global Academy is an extremely exciting opportunity.
“I have spent the last 12 years producing content for young hard to reach audiences and knowing that I am their bridge into the media industry fills me with joy.
“These 16-19 year olds are extremely talented and I can’t wait for the industry to see what they bring to the table.”
Her Executive Producer credits include BBC Pop, Global and Bauer, plus branded content such as Primark, Pampers, 4 Music, The Roundhouse, Reprezent, Rinse FM and more.
After co-hosting BBC Radio 1Xtra Talks a few years ago, she released season three of Badass Mums the Podcast (23) and is in pre production for Season 4 of ‘Love Yours, An Experimental Podcast’ which just received an international commission from India’s KuKu FM.
Shahlaa is also a qualified (PGCE) Media Teacher and often runs Seminars, Workshops and appears on Panels.

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