Catch-up on our annual Festival here, with our highlights film from the 2024 Radio Academy Festival. Members can now login to our resources hub to watch back on exclusive members-only content from the day. Anyone can enjoy our highlights reel and photo gallery below.
Impact Amplified was the theme of 2024's Radio Academy Festival which returned to the Royal College of Physicians at Regent’s Park in London on 18 September. A range of industry speakers dissect the crucial role of audio and radio in turning up the volume and catching the ears of audiences everywhere. From the personal connection between presenters and listeners to the far-reaching change powered by communities; podcasters, broadcasters and audio creators come together to uncover new ways of amplifying the meaning and increasing the impact of individual stories and social moments.
Across three stages, a diverse and engaging line-up of speakers, session presenters and stage hosts including – Trevor Nelson, Scott Mills, Nick Wallis, Suzi Ruffell, Lady Unchained, Emma-Louise Amanshia, Matt Chorley, Aasmah Mir, Sylvie Carlos, Conor Knight, Kat Shoob, Pete Snodden, Sangita Myska, Tom Price, Dan Noble, Molly Palmer, Neev Spencer, James Williams, Cliff Fluet, Ahmed Hussain and Tommy Dixon – reflect this theme in different ways.
From the personal connection between presenters and listeners to the far-reaching change powered by communities; come together with podcasters, broadcasters and audio creators to uncover new ways of amplifying the meaning and increasing the impact of individual stories.
Co-Chair and ARIAS stage producer Perminder Khatkar said:
‘The Radio Academy Festival is the key event for the audio industry to come together, be inspired, energised and equipped for the year ahead. Wherever you work, whether you’re a longtime radio professional or you're just starting in podcasting, the Festival will spark and provoke interesting ideas and career-enhancing conversations. It's a space where you will learn and celebrate the impact of audio. You can’t afford to miss it’.
Executive Producer, Chris North, The Radio Academy added:
‘Across the Festival Stage, ARIAS and Impact Stages this year we will hear from across the sector on the ever-changing ways we create impact and cut through the noise to reflect, represent and reach audiences across the UK and globally.
Attendees will meet many incredibly talented winners from the 2024 ARIAS as we hear about their team’s experiences, hard work and maybe the winning formula to picking up an award. We will also welcome the BBC Asian Network, Best Station 2024 to the Festival Stage as Ahmed Hussain, Head of BBC Asian Network and members of the award-winning team join a session on how to create meaningful, deep and wide impact with a focus on community.’
Topics this year will move the conversation forward on AI and what it means to our wider industry. In a year of huge sporting and political events we will reflect on ways to bring the audiences with us as trusted places for reflection, debate and captivating coverage. Other sessions will explore news and reporting on future General Elections for young people and why history is experiencing an audio renaissance.
We hope you enjoyed The Radio Academy 2024! Thanks to everyone who joined us for such a wonderful day, speakers, hosts, delegates and of course our sponsors. We couldn't have done it without you.