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On the podcast this week our host Georgy Jamieson is joined by Virgin Radio presenter/producer Graeme Smith. For 2024 Graeme has been instrumental in launching and running the pop up station, Virgin Radio Pride. Find out about the work and strategy that goes into the music, branding and content and how they are not afraid to tackle challenging topics. 

This week’s podcast comes from the very first Crossed Wires podcast festival in Sheffield. Our host Georgy Jamieson was there all weekend finding out what Crossed Wires is, who it’s for and chatting to some big name guests plus the organisers Dino Sofos and Alice Levine. 

 What are the logistics and strategies behind rebranding radio stations? Recently several heritage local stations rebranded to Hits Radio and our host, Georgy Jamieson, chats to Paul Gerrard, content director for Hits Radio, about the change. How do you carry something like this out and what are the pros and cons? 

What is the Multitrack Fellowship and how can you apply? Host Georgy Jamieson chats to Fellowship Manager Laura Irving about who Multitrack are, and the opportunities they offer for people who often face barriers getting into the audio industry. 

It’s time for the Arias Part 2 and this week we hear about the second half of the big night, including an emotional tribute to the late great Steve Wright MBE. We also go backstage for reaction from the winners and a bit of behind the scenes gossip. 

 This week the podcast comes from the Arias, direct from The Theatre Royal Drury Lane, with the winners, speeches, big moments and reactions. Podcast host Georgy Jamieson has been capturing all the highlights from the night.