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This archive of learning resources contains a wealth of fascinating talks, speeches and debates hosted by The Radio Academy in recent years. From presenting to producing, music to news, diversity to leadership - we’ve got something for everyone. Filter by topic, search for keywords, or browse for inspiring speakers. Everyone is welcome to browse, though many of these resources are exclusive to Radio Academy Members.

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talkSPORT’s Euro 2020 – ARIA Winner in Focus

How talkSPORT won Gold. A look behind the scenes at how the station covered Euro 2020.

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Sam Ryder, in Conversation

Sam and Scott Mills discuss how radio played a key part in The UK’s Eurovision success.

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Ukrainian Radio

Live conversation with three broadcasters in Ukraine about the role of radio in war time.

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The Long Time Academy – ARIA Winner in Focus

How do you use the power of audio to help listeners become good ancestors?

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KISS – Avengers Assemble!

Four KISS presenters discuss their varied routes into radio – both traditional and unusual

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Keynote – Tom Connaughton

Spotify UK’s Managing Director shares Spotify’s vision for the next generation of audio creators.

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The Skewer – ARIA Winner in Focus

Creator Jon Holmes talks about creating this remarkable show with a community of angry citizens.

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The Power of Audio to Make Connections

5 Live Controller Heidi Dawson talks with Nicky Campbell about presenters, audiences, news and sport

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Benbrick: An Audio Obsession

The award-winning producer and composer discusses creativity, focus, and love of the medium.

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BBC Radio 1Xtra’s Station Sound – ARIA Winner in Focus

Fresh from their 5th successive gold ARIA win, the Station Sound team offer their top 3 tips.

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Should we care about the metaverse?

Brave new future or the emperor’s new clothes? What does the metaverse really mean to radio?

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Decode – ARIA Winner in Focus

The award-winning production team discuss the podcast that deconstructs British albums.

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Best New Presenters 2022 – ARIA Winners in Focus

Three of the UK’s freshest voices come together to discuss their careers so far.

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Lightning Talk – Riverside Radio

Fayon Dixon talks about a groundbreaking project involving young people in South London

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BARS – ARIA Winner in Focus

How the music therapy show for prisoners came about, and how the team made the show.

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Power of Community

How audio connects with a community to ensure that the conversations that matter are had.

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Adele Roberts – ARIA Winner in Focus

The Radio 1 DJ talks about her return to work after dealing with a life changing illness.

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Richard Dawkins in conversation

Bauer Media’s President of Audio talks about the company’s radio and audio activity across Europe.

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The Battersea Poltergeist – ARIA Winner in Focus

Creator Danny Robins talks about how he mixed true crime, drama, documentary and ghosts.

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Charlotte Moore: 100 Years of the BBC

The BBC’s Chief Content Officer, with BBC historian Robert Seatter and 1Xtra presenter Remi Burgz.

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Sustainability in the audio industry

How green is audio production, and what power do we have to influence listener behaviours?

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Folk on Foot – ARIA Winner in Focus

The Folk on Foot team share the joys of creating beautiful audio in spectacular locations.

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Are we too late for Generation Z?

Jay Richards of Imagen Insights gets the brutally honest thoughts of two Gen Z audio-makers.

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Local Radio Day 2022 – John Dash

John Dash talks about the plans for Local Radio Day 2022

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