The question of whether radio should appeal to teens is just quaint now. It’s been almost a lifetime since broadcasters actively wanted those listeners or asked them what they liked. We were happy if they showed up by osmosis, or if the music we were playing for their parents worked for them as well, as it did in 1998 or 2010. Now, radio and teens are out of each other’s consideration sets by seemingly mutual agreement. […]
Colorado Public Radio has announced that Morning Edition anchor Mike Lamp will retire on Friday, September 12 ending a 44 year career in broadcasting. […]
Bauer Media Audio Ireland has appointed Nathan Murphy as the new Managing Editor of Today FM.
He starts the role in October following a recruitment process, and the departure of Fyona Smith who has been in in the position since December 2022.
Nathan began his career as a sports reporter at the station in 2006 before joining Off The Ball, where he became Deputy Editor and Head of Content as well as one of Ireland’s most recognisable sports broadcasters.
He has played a major role in Off The Ball’s expansion across radio, digital audio and video, and now brings this experience back to national radio with Today FM. He will lead the station’s audience growth strategy and oversee its programming direction.
Speaking about his appointment, Nathan said: “I’m incredibly proud to have the opportunity to return to Today FM and lead such a brilliantly talented and creative team. I’ve remained an avid listener over the past decade and look forward to building on Today FM’s unique connection with Irish radio listeners.”
Bauer Media Audio Ireland CEO Chris Doyle added: “His breadth of experience, coupled with his innate understanding of Irish audiences and his ability to identify and nurture talent are key attributes he brings to this important role. Nathan will lead a passionate team, both in front of and behind the mic.”
Nathan will take up his new role in October.
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NPR has announced the appointments of Thomas Evans as Editor in Chief and Marta McLellan Ross as Chief of Staff. […]
Ofcom has ruled that Castledown FM breached election broadcasting rules by allowing a candidate to present shows during the election period.
The community station, which serves Tidworth, Ludgershall and Perham Down, aired two editions of The Morning Show on Monday hosted by Brian Pratt on 14 and 28 April this year. At the time, Brian was standing as an independent candidate in the Wiltshire local elections for Tidworth North and West.
Election law prohibits candidates from presenting any programmes during the official campaign period, which began on 25 March and ran until polling day on 1 May.
While the 14 April show did not include election-related material, the 28 April edition featured multiple references to voting. These included reminders about polling stations, details of voter ID requirements, guidance on postal and proxy voting, and advice for people with disabilities on how to access support at polling stations.
Ofcom said the content was neutral and factual, but confirmed that Rule 6.6 of the Broadcasting Code was still breached because a nominated candidate presented both programmes. The regulator explained that the rule is in place to avoid any perception of unfair advantage and to protect trust in the democratic process.
Castledown FM accepted the breach, describing it as an “inadvertent oversight” during what it called a period of “significant operational disruption” as the station was relocating studios. The station said it had since “reinforced training and implemented additional checks” to prevent it happening again.
Ofcom noted the station’s cooperation and acknowledged that Brian did not mention his own candidacy or political views on air, but concluded that the rule was “clearly prohibited” regardless of intent or content.
The decision was published in issue 529 of Ofcom’s Broadcast and On Demand Bulletin on 8 September 2025.
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RTÉ is heading back to the National Ploughing Championships in Tullamore from 16th to 18th September with three days of live radio and entertainment.
Across the event, audiences will be able to see RTÉ Radio 1, RTÉ 2fm and RTÉ Gold programmes broadcast live from the RTÉ tent, alongside podcast recordings, music, news, weather and family-friendly activities.
On Tuesday, the schedule includes Oliver Callan on Radio 1, The Louise Duffy Show, and The Ray D’Arcy Show, plus a live recording of the Behind the Story podcast with David McCullagh, Katie Hannon and Fran McNulty. RTÉ’s Six One News and Weather will also be live from the site.
Wednesday will feature Morning Ireland on Radio 1, a Will Leahy special on RTÉ Gold, and 2fm Drive with Doireann Garrihy. Visitors will also be able to meet the Home Rescue team Dee Coleman, Peter Finn and Aidan Gately.
Thursday’s programme includes Laura Fox with 2fm Morning, Philip Boucher Hayes pre-recording Countrywide, and a Thin Lizzy and Phil Lynott tribute performance from Peter M. Smith and Black Rose DC.
Throughout the three days, fans of The Traitors Ireland can take photos wearing a cloak from the series, while the Late Late Show owl will also be making an appearance. Ireland’s Fittest Family will host a Hang Tough Challenge with referee Paul O’Donovan, and the RTÉ weather team will present live updates from the showground. […]
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