Monday 22 October | 6pm for 6:30 | Sagar Wright Lecture Theatre, Rose Bowl Building, Leeds Metropolitan University, Leeds City Centre

Ben Cooper, Controller of BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra, reveals his thoughts on the future of music radio and a station without Chris Moyles. Hosted by John Myers, Chair of the Sony Radio Academy Awards.

The Yorkshire Branch is hosting a session where Ben will discuss the future of BBC Radio 1, how it aims to stay in the hearts and minds of younger listeners and the future of music radio in general. He’ll also be taking questions from the audience.

This is a unique opportunity to hear directly from the boss of one of the nation’s biggest radio stations and ask him your questions. This is a not to be missed event and places are limited.

Tickets

Radio Academy Members – free / non-members* – £10 (inc VAT)

***THIS EVENT HAS NOW SOLD OUT***

*Students of Leeds Metropolitan University do not need to register & can attend free of charge with a valid Leeds Met student card. Limited availability (first come – first served).

Most people working in radio qualify for free membership of The Radio Academy as employees of Patrons, or as volunteers/staff of SRA, HBA and most community affiliated stations. Although registration is required, it’s a relatively quick process.
Click here to see if you qualify.

Click here for a map to the event venue, Rose Bowl Building at Leeds Metropolitan University.

Producer:

Scott Myers (Capital FM & Yorkshire Branch Chair)