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Global has launched a new video-first content division called Global Studios, bringing together its growing family of podcasts under one creative hub.

The new division will house Global’s established titles such as The News Agents and My Therapist Ghosted Me, alongside shows from The Fellas Studios, which Global has now acquired.
Founded in 2021 by YouTubers Callum Airey (Calfreezy) and Josh Larkin (The Burnt Chip), The Fellas Studios produces hit shows including The Fellas, Saving Grace and Pitchside, and is known for building standout studio-based podcasts that attract Gen Z audiences across YouTube and streaming platforms.
Ashley Tabor-King, Global’s Founder and Executive President, said the new division marks “the start of the next chapter of Global’s on-demand audio and video content growth.”
He added: “We’re delighted to welcome The Fellas Studios to the Global family. Cal, Josh and Elliot have built one of the UK’s leading creator networks with engaging shows loved by millions.”
Global Studios will act as a one-stop-shop for creators and advertisers, combining studio space, distribution and marketing under one roof. The setup includes advanced production facilities, access to Global’s radio, digital and outdoor platforms, and commercial opportunities through its ad exchange, DAX.

Group CEO Simon Pitts said the new hub aims to “build a launchpad for the next generation of media brands,” while Callum Airey described the partnership as “a chance to scale and enhance what we can deliver,” adding that Global’s expertise will help take their work “to the next level.”
Global says the move strengthens its ambition to be the home of standout podcast content in the UK and internationally, creating opportunities for both established names and rising creators.

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Euroleague Basketball and talkSPORT have partnered to stream every London Lions game from the 2025–26 BKT EuroCup season live on YouTube.

The agreement, secured by Euroleague Basketball’s strategic partner IMG, will see talkSPORT broadcast all London Lions EuroCup fixtures free-to-air on its official YouTube channel from this month, giving UK fans access to top European basketball at no cost.
Alex Ferrer Kristjansson, Euroleague Basketball’s Chief Marketing and Communication Officer, said the partnership marked “a significant milestone in Euroleague Basketball’s commitment to expanding the sport in the UK”.
He added that with talkSPORT’s large and engaged audience, “more British fans will connect with the excitement of the BKT EuroCup.”
Liam Fisher, Head of talkSPORT, said: “We’re committed to bringing the talkSPORT audience the best content across our audio and video platforms, and basketball is no exception. We’re delighted to be bringing all London Lions’ games to our audience this season.”
The deal represents a major step in growing basketball’s audience across the UK and adds to talkSPORT’s coverage of live sport across radio, online and digital platforms. The London Lions will represent the capital in Europe’s second-tier competition, facing clubs from across the continent.
Fans will be able to follow every match live on talkSPORT’s YouTube channel, with commentary and match analysis accompanying each game.

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Ofcom has found community station Juice FM Belfast in breach of its licence for failing to meet its character of service and provide information on request.

The regulator said the station, operated by Juice Belfast Limited, did not deliver the LGBT-focused output required under its Key Commitments and failed to submit recordings and schedules when asked.
According to the report published in Ofcom’s Broadcast and On Demand Bulletin (Issue 531, 6 October 2025), the station was found in breach of five separate licence conditions, including those covering its service obligations, retention of recordings, and general provision of information.
Ofcom reviewed programming from May this year and found that, outside of one early morning show called *A Morning Dedicated to Matters* and short hourly “Listen with Pride” segments, there was “little to no content” indicating that the service was targeted at Belfast’s LGBT community. The regulator said most of the station’s content was indistinguishable from a mainstream music service.
Juice Belfast attributed the missing recordings from April to a “critical equipment failure” caused by overheating at its broadcast site. Ofcom accepted this explanation but noted the station had not demonstrated how it would prevent similar issues in future.
The regulator also criticised the station for not providing a programme schedule when requested, adding that it could not find any such information on the Juice FM website.
This is not the first time Juice Belfast has faced regulatory action. Ofcom found it in breach of similar licence conditions in 2022 and twice last year for failing to submit financial reports. The regulator has now said it will continue to monitor the station’s output and warned that further action could follow if the station does not comply.

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KISS and VOXI Mobile are teaming up once again for a Halloween campaign that invites listeners to banish their exes in “The Ex-Orcism”.

Launching in mid-October, the cross-platform partnership will run on KISS Breakfast with Jordan and Perri and across social media, leading up to a live finale on Halloween.
Listeners will be asked to share stories about why their ex deserves to be “banished”, with entries shortlisted on air and voted for by the audience. Throughout the campaign, participants will be able to win prizes, including a holiday for the overall winner.
The finale will take place in a haunted manor house where ex-Love Island contestants will debate the finalists’ stories. Each relationship will be represented by a symbolic item, such as a hoodie or holiday souvenir, which will be dramatically cast into the fire as part of the “banishment”.
On 31 October, VOXI will take over Halloween on KISS with live reads, hourly credits and spotlights throughout the day.
KISS Content Director Rebecca Frank said the campaign “gives Halloween a uniquely KISS twist: bold, cheeky and impossible not to get involved in.”
Simon Kilby from Bauer Media added that the campaign shows how KISS creates “culturally relevant campaigns that really connect with our audience wherever they are.”

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Three of this year’s first confirmed sessions for Radio TechCon will explore what the radio and audio industry can learn from aviation, esports and solar power.

The UK’s annual technical and engineering conference for the radio and audio sector takes place on Tuesday 25 November at IET London: Savoy Place, with the first details of its 2025 programme now revealed.
In “From cockpits to studios”, pilot James Taylor will draw parallels between airline safety and broadcast environments, explaining how aviation’s crew resource management systems could help radio teams manage stress and maintain safety when under pressure.
“Esports and your career” will see the British Forces Broadcasting Service technology team share their experience of staging a major esports event, discussing the transferable skills between broadcasting and competitive gaming, and how engineers can future-proof their careers.
The third announced session, “Solar power plus”, features engineers from West Africa outlining a BBC project that is moving transmission sites in Ghana to solar power. The talk will cover how renewable technology is applied in tropical regions and how it might be adapted for the UK’s climate.
Ann Charles from organisers TBC Media said Radio TechCon offers “something to discover, learn and share for anyone who loves technology and audio.”
Radio TechCon 2025 is supported by Broadcast Bionics, Arqiva, Lawo, IPE, RCS, Preco, CGI, Telos Alliance, the IET, Ferncast and Radioplayer.
Tickets are now on sale with more information available at radiotechcon.com

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Bauer Media is marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a partnership between tombola and Breast Cancer Now.

The initiative is being supported by well-known presenters from Hits Radio and Magic Radio, who will encourage listeners to regularly check their breasts and to think about “who they’re checking for.”
The campaign, which began with a day-long takeover on Friday 3 October, features presenters including Fleur East, Gemma Atkinson, Harriet Scott, Josie Gibson and Neev Spencer. They will share personal reflections and reminders across the day, highlighting the importance of early detection and self-checking.
Throughout October, the partnership continues on *Magic Afternoons with Neev Spencer* with listener-led moments, songs dedicated to loved ones, and reminders of Breast Cancer Now’s “TLC: Touch, Look, Check” message. These special features replace some ad breaks to give space for personal stories and awareness messages.
Comedian Katherine Ryan will also take part, voicing segments within her podcast *What’s My Age Again?*, while radio talent from both stations share social videos explaining who they’re checking for, inviting audiences to do the same.
Jenna Voyce, Commercial Director at Bauer Media, said the partnership connects “brands, talent and audiences in moments that truly matter,” adding that it will “inspire tangible action across the UK.”
Hannah Brotherton, Head of Brand at tombola, said the campaign was especially meaningful for their community. “Over half of our bingo players have been affected by breast cancer, either themselves or someone they love. The campaign is designed to reach people wherever they are and encourage early detection.”
Manveet Basra, from Breast Cancer Now, added: “Checking your breasts could save your life. It only takes a few minutes and there’s no right or wrong way to do it. This October, we want everyone to stop and ask: who are you checking for?”

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