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Author Archives: Robin Blamires
The Listening List – 2022
It’s been ages since one of these was posted. But when there’s been so much amazing audio, it was hard not to. Will try not to make it too lengthy, but at the same time, not wanting anyone to feel … Continue reading
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Is This The Wright Time?
The afternoon of Radio 2’s 55th birthday will be the final one in over half its lifetime to usher in Steve Wright In The Afternoon. A broadcasting giant, long-associated with said time of day, even joking in an interview that … Continue reading
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Jo And Simon – A Farewell Note
So tonight sees the final radio outing for a duo that to put it mildly have turned a few heads. Earning a mention every week on the Radio Times letters page, and even gaining an appearance on the magazine’s front … Continue reading
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New On 2 (And surprisingly accessible)
The inaugural UK Radio Audio week couldn’t have been timed better. Digital listening rising to just about over 50% of listening, Christian O’Connell’s departure from British airwaves, and the UK’s most listened to station making some rather big changes. And … Continue reading
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The Last JAM Stand
For the final time, I have embraced the excitement of the digital equivalent of a jiffy-bag thud on the floor. An early-morning e-mail informing that my latest purchase of personalised re-sings of JAM jingles from years gone by, have arrived. … Continue reading
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Radio Review 2017 – Hidden Gems
A year of the usual ups and downs, vague statements lacking in substance, radio has continued to provide surprises where least expected. Starting off with a podcast all about the inner-secrets of the medium. Fortunately with Fi And Jane (BBC) … Continue reading
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The Listening List – Jan-Feb ’17
An interesting month for all things audio. BBC Radio 2 has made the tough decision to ditch live overnights, in favour of “curated playlists”, complementing repeats of specialist shows. Following that, a revamp of the weekend schedule has just been … Continue reading
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The Listening List – Epiphany Audio
As the Xmas comedown settles down (or starts for others), here’s a speedy look back at some of the best radio offerings from the Xmas period that’s worth a listen if not done so already. Starting off with two prestigious … Continue reading
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At The Deep End Of The Dial in ’16
It’s been an interesting year for radio on a wide and personal level. Pushing the personal part to one side, 2016 has been positive in terms of radio as listened to. There’s been so many good interviews, one that springs … Continue reading
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The Listening List – March 2016
Quite a while since I last wittered about wireless, so let’s give it another go. PM – BBC Radio 4 (29.02.16) In the early 90s living in East London, whilst I would be sat at home in front of Yvette, … Continue reading
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