Resources – Radio Academy

Learning Resources

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.

Rosie Wright In Conversation

Times Radio’s Rosie Wright about her career in news and speech broadcasting

BARS – ARIA Winner in Focus

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

The Battersea Poltergeist – ARIA Winner in Focus

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

Emma Barnett – ARIA Winner in Focus

Harriet Scott sits down with the Woman’s Hour host to delve deeper into the power of radio.

The Long Time Academy – ARIA Winner in Focus

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

The Skewer – ARIA Winner in Focus

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

Ukrainecast: Meet The Team

How the BBC mobilised the podcast when the conflict began, and how they report on horrific events.

In conversation: John Pienaar & Dino Sofos

The Times Radio drive host in discussion with his former BBC producer Dino Sofos.

A Talent for Speech

Radio 4’s Mohit Bakaya and NewsUK’s Liam Fisher discuss where new talent and ideas come from.

Scott Taunton: Accelerating the digital opportunity

The CEO of NewsUK Broadcasting talks about how they are driving transformation in the digital space.

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Sport

Bringing Sport to Life

Panel chat with guests from 5Live, talkSPORT, Test Match Special, and the Offside Rule podcast.

One Year of Times Radio

Matt Deegan talks to the station’s boss, and one of its producers and presenters.

US Election coverage

Emily Maitlis chairs a panel about how the American election was covered by UK audio and radio.

Sport during lockdown

How radio and podcasts adapted to the almost overnight cancellation of sport around the world.

Lockdown Stories: Launching Times Radio

The behind-the-scenes story of launching a new national speech network during lockdown.

talkRADIO – Looking Good

Station Director Dennie Morris talks through how his station has pivoted to visual.

The challenge of Political Interviews

Sir Robbie Gibb chairs a discussion about the challenge and effectiveness of political interviews.

Lockdown Stories: ReThink

The background to Radio 4’s strand of audio essays about reimagining society beyond the pandemic.

ROAR – Black off-mic talent

Discussion about the lived experiences of black production and behind-the-scenes talent in the UK.

ROAR – Black on-mic talent

Discussion about the lived experiences of black on-air talent in the UK.