First speakers announced for stand-out radio festival

26 April 2017 - Press release

Chris Tarrant, Greg James and Nicholas Parsons are amongst a raft of high-profile speakers unveiled today (April 26) who will be speaking at this year’s Radio Festival taking place on May 23rd at the British Library.

Hosted by Colin Murray, the festival is the industry’s annual celebration of all things audio, and will be supported by sponsors PRS for Music and PPL.  The festival brings together leading figures and household names from across radio and audio who will be talking on the theme of ‘Stand-Out’.

Chris Tarrant will be in conversation with Greg James, talking about his career in radio and chatting all things radio, past, present and future.

Nicholas Parsons, radio and television presenter and actor will be sharing his insights and stories from 50 years of Just a Minute.

Roger Cutsforth, Managing Director of Radio Academy said:  “As ever, Radio Festival, is shaping up to be the Stand-Out gathering of the year for the radio and audio industry.  With some truly fabulous guests confirmed, it’s set to be a day not to be missed.”

Radio Academy member-exclusive early bird tickets have sold out but Radio Academy members can still get a special discounted rate of £165 +VAT and tickets to the general public are available for £250+VAT. To get your hands on a pair, visit www.radioacademy.org/buy-tickets/.   Membership to the Radio Academy costs £36 for a year.