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What The Duck?!SUMMER - Silence of the vulturesAn ornithologist, a veterinarian and a religious devotee must find the serial killer before every last vulture in India is dead.The episode was first published on the 2nd of September 2023. Featuring:Dr Campbell Murn, Head of Conservation at Hawk Conservancy Trust and University of Reading, UK.Dr Kishor Rithe, Interim Director, Bombay Natural History Society.Dr Andrea Santangeli, Mediterranean Institute for Advanced Studies, Spain.Dr Percy Avari, Mumbai Vetinarary College.Sherally Munshi, Georgetown.Vulture sounds provided by Nikita Mathur, India.P...
2024-01-1925 minWhat The Duck?!Silence of the vulturesAn ornithologist, a veterinarian and a religious devotee must find the serial killer before every last vulture in India is dead.Featuring:Dr Campbell Murn, Head of Conservation at Hawk Conservancy Trust and University of Reading, UK.Dr Kishor Rithe, Interim Director, Bombay Natural History Society. Dr Andrea Santangeli, Mediterranean Institute for Advanced Studies, Spain.Dr Percy Avari, Mumbai Vetinarary College. Sherally Munshi, Georgetown. Vulture sounds provided by Nikita Mathur, India. Production:Ann Jones, Presenter / Producer.Petria Ladgrove, Producer.Additional mastering: Hamish Camilleri.This episode of What the Duck?! was produced on the...
2023-09-0125 min
Behind the MicrophoneSam MatterfaceITV and talkSPORT commentator Sam Matterface joins the podcast this week to discuss his career journey so far and to share some brilliant tips for aspiring sports broadcasters.
Sam details his journey from hospital radio, through to presenting at Sky Sports News, to then working for ITV and talkSPORT commentating. In this episode Sam also discusses the changing landscape for young aspiring sports broadcasters attempting to get into the industry now, giving his wisdom and advice on how to succeed in the early years.
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2023-06-1425 minBehind the MicrophoneMark ChapmanSports broadcasting legend Mark Chapman joins the podcast this week.
Starting his career as a continuity announcer for the BBC Mark now presents across both radio and TV, fronting Match of the Day 2 and presenting shows like the Monday Night Club on the radio. In this episode Chappers discusses his sports broadcasting career so far, sharing plenty of extremely helpful tips for aspiring sports broadcasters. As well as really delving in to the skills needed to becoming a top sports presenter.
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2023-06-0730 minBehind the MicrophoneKelly CatesThe brilliant Kelly Cates joins the podcast this week, Kelly is one of the very best sports broadcasters around and has worked for all of the big broadcasters including Sky Sports, Premier League Productions, talkSPORT, the BBC, and more…
In this episode Kelly shares loads of tips and tricks to becoming a successful sports presenter as well as sharing her the journey of her amazing career so far.
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1:00 - 4:20 - Initial break into the industry via a brand new Sky Sports News....
2023-03-2231 minBehind the MicrophoneIan IrvingThis week Ian Irving joins the podcast, Ian is a presenter and reporter for Premier League Productions and the host of the Athletics ‘Talk of the Devils’ podcast.
In this episode Ian shares his story on how he got to where he is today and gives some really great advice on how any aspiring sports broadcaster can move forward in their career.
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1:00 - 2:30 - Ian’s ambitions growing up.
2:30 - 10:30 - Initial break into the industry and experience at Channel M.
10:30 - 15:00 - Developing and improving as a broa...
2023-03-1726 minBehind the MicrophoneOlivia BuzagloPresenter and reporter Olivia Buzaglo joins the podcast this week. Liv shares her journey from logging at Premier League Productions to presenting twice a day for Sky Sports News during the January transfer window. There are some great bits of advice from Liv throughout this episode, especially around using your initiative and being yourself.
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1:00 - 3:15 - Dreams growing up.
3:15 - 4:30 - New experience at SSN.
4:30 - 7:25 - Breaking into the industry.
7:25 - 14:00 - Progression at Premier League Productions.
14:00 - 19:00 - Advice to aspiring sports broadcasters.
2023-03-1030 minBehind the MicrophoneKelly SomersSports Presenter and reporter Kelly Somers joins the podcast this week. Kelly shares the journey of her amazing career so far, starting out as a media assistant at a League One Bournemouth side, all the way through to where she is today, having recently covered the 2022 World Cup as the BBC’s England team reporter. In this episode Kelly talks about the importance of taking opportunities and saying yes, working hard and learning from your mistakes.
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1:00 - 5:00 - First career steps
5:00 - 12:20 - Media assistant at Bournemouth, moving from League 1 to the Pr...
2023-03-0130 minBehind the MicrophoneMark SchwarzerSeries 3 Episode 1 kicks off with former Premier League and Australian goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer. Mark has over 500 Premier League appearances, the most by a player outside the UK & Ireland and has the 3rd most Premier League clean sheets of all time. In this episode Mark discusses all things sports media, from his perception and how he dealt with the media as a player, to his transition to working in the sports media. A fascinating insight into what it is like for a professional footballer to move into sports broadcasting.
Composer - Graham Slack.
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2023-02-1430 min
TG Geeks WebcastTG Geeks Webcast Episode 363The Two Gay Geeks have a chat with our good friend Brian Webber, also known as Arkle. Brian has an exciting anniversary coming up, the Fifth Anniversary of his Youtube show, Shameless CashGrab. We talked about Brian being one of our first listeners. We also chatted about his long experience with podcasting and then Youtube. Have a listen and we hope you enjoy this as much as we did. About Brian WebberBrian "Arkle" Webber started out as a podcaster with the shows Geek of All Trades, Gilmore G...
2022-01-3156 min
TG Geeks WebcastTG Geeks Webcast Episode 363The Two Gay Geeks 🏳️🌈 have a chat with our good friend Brian Webber, also known as Arkle. Brian has an exciting anniversary coming up, the Fifth Anniversary of his Youtube show, Shameless CashGrab. We talked about Brian being one of our first listeners. We also chatted about his long experience with podcasting and then Youtube. Have a listen and we hope you enjoy this as much as we did.
About Brian Webber
Brian "Arkle" Webber started out as a podcaster with the shows Geek of All Trades, Gilmore Girls Rewatch, and Singular Achievement Phenomenon (the latter being a show about One Hit Won...
2022-01-3156 minBehind the MicrophoneDarren FletcherBT Sport's lead football commentator Darren Fletcher joins Hamish for this week's podcast episode. Darren talks through his career from working on suspended ceilings after school in Sheffield to commentating on five successive Champions League Finals. He talks through all thing’s commentary, from the preparation for each match, to performing during the big moments. A journey of hard work and perseverance, with great stories along the way. With credit to BT Sport.
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- 1:18-6:50- Darren's career aspirations from an early age and his beginnings in sports broadcasting.
- 6:50-1...
2021-05-1335 minBehind the MicrophoneMike CostelloThe 2019 SJA Sports commentator of the year and BBC Radio 5 Live’s main commentator for both boxing and athletics joins Hamish this week. In this episode Mike details his career progression from starting at the BBC aged 16 to becoming the voice of their boxing and athletics coverage. He also speaks of his experience amateur boxing and how that has helped his commentary of the sport, as well as why the 100 metres is one of the most difficult sporting events to commentate on and why a post-match interview with a losing boxer can be so powerful. With credit to BBC Ra...
2021-04-2233 minBehind the MicrophoneAlex AljoePresenter & Reporter Alex Aljoe joins Hamish this week on the podcast. Alex currently works for Premier League Productions but previously worked for Real Madrid TV, on two separate occasions, and Chelsea TV. As well as being a talented reporter and presenter, Alex speaks five languages fluently and is an ex-international Lacrosse player for England. In this episode Alex discusses her career journey so far and how and why being multi-lingual has helped her career.
Mixed and Sound Designed by Rocket Ears and Graham Slack.
Follow Alex on Twitter and Instagram- @alexaljoe
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2021-04-0839 minBehind the MicrophoneMark PougatchAward winning sports broadcaster Mark Pougatch joins Hamish for this weeks episode of Behind the Microphone. One of the most recognisable faces and voices in sports broadcasting, Mark was BBC Radio Five Live’s main sports anchor, having presented their flagship Satuday afternoon show, 5 Live Sport and Sports Report for over 16 years. Now, he is ITV’s leading sports anchor for both football and rugby, while he also presents for Premier League Productions. In this episode Mark eloquently and insightfully discusses the art of holding a conversation/interview, in both radio and TV, and how vital it is to list...
2021-04-0229 minBehind the MicrophoneWill PerrySports broadcaster Will Perry joins Hamish this week on the podcast. Will is a sports broadcaster with over 20 year’s experience in the industry and he currently works for BBC Sport and Premier League Productions as well as others. In this episode Will shares the story of his career so far, discussing everything that has made him the presenter he is today.
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- 1:00-4:00- Will’s start in the media.
- 4:00-10:30- Will’s decision to leave University and his early career at Key 103 Manchester, talkSPORT and BBC Radio...
2021-03-2539 minBehind the MicrophoneJules BreachPresenter Jules Breach joins Hamish in this week’s episode. Jules hosts BT Sport Score every Saturday as well as various shows for Premier League Productions, CBS and more. Jules began her career presenting for shopping channels before moving on to Latest TV in Brighton and then establishing her own radio show ‘Sports Saturday’ at Juice 107.2 in Brighton. Jules discusses her career journey to date, including all the key lessons she learnt along the way, how she developed her own presenting style and her aims as a football presenter.
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0:46-2:08- Jules’ early li...
2021-03-1740 minBehind the MicrophoneIan DennisBBC Radio 5 Live’s chief football reporter Ian Dennis joins Hamish in this week’s episode. Ian has been at the BBC for 25 years and has worked for regional radio stations in York, Cleveland, Leeds and Newcastle as well as working for the national radio station, Radio 5 Live. Ian talks through his career to date, including the difficulties and changing relationship between the sports media and the players and reminisces on some special European nights at Anfield. With credit to BBC Radio 5 Live.
Follow Ian on twitter @Iandennisbbc
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1:00-6:00- Ian’s earl...
2021-03-0429 minBehind the MicrophoneJonathan OverendAward winning sports broadcaster Jonathan Overend joins Hamish for this weeks episode. Jonathan worked for the BBC for over 25 years in a variety of roles including spending 10 years as the tennis correspondent and also presenting and commentating on football for Five Live Sport. In this episode we journey through Jonathan’s career as well as delve into the art of tennis commentary. With credit to BBC Radio 5 Live.
https://www.jonathanoverend.com/
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1:00-4:04- Jonathan’s early life and beginnings in sports broadcasting.
4:04-10:30- Work at BBC Esse...
2021-02-2535 minBehind the MicrophoneAlison BenderFreelance football reporter and presenter Alison Bender joins Hamish in this week’s episode. With over 20 years in the business Alison has covered European Championships, World Cups, Champions League games and much more. Alison speaks openly and honestly about her career to date, including all the highs of working in her dream job, as well as the lows like the dark side of social media and the challenges women face in the football media.
Please follow Alison on social media @alibendertv and head over to her website www.alisonbender.com and sign up to receive alerts on he...
2021-02-1838 minBehind the MicrophoneGabriel ClarkeThree-time Royal Television Society Sports News Reporter of the year Gabriel Clarke joins Hamish to kick off Series two. Starting in local journalism before moving into reporting, presenting and most recently documentary filmmaking, Gabriel performed a variety of roles in his career and discusses his wide-ranging skillset extensively in this episode. As well as this, Gabriel also provides his top tips on post-match interviews, especially when faced with difficult interviewees like Sir Alex Ferguson and Eddie Jones.
Most recently Gabriel has directed “Finding Jack Charlton,” a fantastic documentary on the life, career and fascinating journey of one of E...
2021-02-1132 minBehind the MicrophoneGary TaphouseSky Sports Football Commentator Gary Taphouse joins Hamish for this week’s episode. Gary has been a football commentator since he was studying at University and has been commentating for Sky Sports since 2005. Gary chats openly about his personal commentary horror stories, interview blunders and a whole lot more. With credit to Spurs TV and Sky Sports.
2020-07-2337 min
Behind the MicrophoneHugh WoozencroftHost of the talkSPORT Kick Off Show Hugh Woozencroft joins Hamish for this weeks podcast. After completing a Masters in Sports Journalism from St. Mary's University, Twickenham Hugh went on to work for BBC Five Live and BBC Sport before freelancing for Sky, Premier League Productions and more. In this episode Hugh discusses his journey in sports broadcasting and discusses the importance of being adaptable.
2020-07-1619 minBehind the MicrophoneJohn MurrayBBC's Football Correspondent and the voice of BBC Radio 5 Live John Murray joins Hamish this week. John has worked for the BBC for over 26 years now and is without a doubt one of the best radio commentators there is. Whether it is commentating on a last minute winner in the Champions League or describing a crucial putt during the Ryder Cup, John has done it all and shares his experiences openly during this episode. With credit to the BBC.
2020-07-1628 min
Behind the MicrophoneNick HeathRugby commentator and content producer Nick Heath joins Hamish for this weeks episode. Nick discusses the wide range of skills one needs to succeed in sports broadcasting and the importance of understanding social media. Nick also recently achieved lockdown fame through his series of 'Life Commentaries' and is an ambassador for the Harlequins Foundation. www.rugbymedia.co.uk/nick-heath
2020-07-0232 min
Behind the MicrophoneChris JonesBBC Rugby Union Correspondent Chris Jones joins Hamish in this weeks episode. Chris has worked for the BBC for 13 years now and performs a variety of roles in his job including commentating for BBC Radio 5 Live, writing articles for BBC Sport and hosting the Rugby Union Weekly podcast alongside Danny Care and Ugo Monye.
2020-06-2532 min
Behind the MicrophoneEmma PatonSky Sports News Reporter/Presenter Emma Paton joins Hamish this week for another episode of Behind the Microphone. In this episode, Emma talks about her career journey to date and sheds a fascinating insight into all the different roles she undertook before she became a Reporter/Presenter which includes some brilliant stories along the way.
2020-06-1833 min
Behind the MicrophonePeter DruryThe football poet and FSA's football commentator of the year. Peter Drury has commentated on it all, from the World Cup to the Premier League. He is renowned for his poetic and eloquent style of commentary which has delivered countless spine-tingling moments over the years, often better than the goal itself. With credit to BT Sport and Premier League Productions.
2020-06-1132 min
Behind the MicrophoneClive TyldesleyOne of sports most iconic voices, Clive Tyldesley, ITV's senior football commentator, has commentated on numerous World Cup and Champions League finals. In this episode, Clive speaks to Hamish about the importance of serving your audience and what the new future of football might look like. With credit to ITV.
You can purchase some of Clive's commentary charts from https://www.commentarycharts.com/
2020-06-0430 min
Behind the MicrophoneMiles HarrisonOne of Rugby Union's most famous voices, Miles Harrison, Sky Sports lead rugby union commentator since 1994 has covered some of the biggest games in recent years. He has covered six British & Irish Lions tours and seventeen European Champions Cup finals. In this episode, Miles speaks to Hamish about his career at the BBC, his transition to Sky and about his wonderful career as a commentator. With credit to Sky Sports.
2020-05-2834 min
Art SmittenReview: Le RideFor me personally, reality television is not something that I’m a fan of; I don’t like the staged humour, staged love, and staged drama, as I could get all that from an actual written episode of fictional television, such as Fargo or The Fall. However, Phil Keoghan's The Amazing Race, alongside some other American reality shows, stand out among others, for either its ridiculousness, or its actual credibility, such as Keoghan’s show. Thus, stepping into the directing seat for another documentary, Keoghan brings us Le Ride, pretty much a sequel to “The Ride”, with some French mixed in. L...
2017-02-0703 min
Unlock Top Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Arts & EntertainmentDixon of Dock Green: 12 episodes of the BBC Radio 4 drama by Sue Rodwell, Ted WillisPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/323991 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Dixon of Dock Green: 12 episodes of the BBC Radio 4 drama Author: Sue Rodwell, Ted Willis Narrator: David Calder, David Tennant, Full Cast Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 31 minutes Release date: December 3, 2015 Genres: Arts & Entertainment Publisher's Summary: David Calder, David Tennant and Hamish Clark star in these BBC Radio 4 dramas based on the original TV series. George Dixon became one of the best-known and most-loved fictional policemen during the course of three decades of BBC TV's Dixon of Dock Green, in which he was played by Jack Warner. In...
2015-12-0305 min