Podcasts have grabbed public attention in recent months, from conventional broadcasters offering ‘catch-up’ editions, to Channel 4 launching its own assault on the radio world, fronted by news reader John Snow. Programming consultant Paul Chantler looks at the threat posed by these radio ‘alternatives,’ asking if they could really spell the end for traditional broadcasting…Like… Continue reading Will Podcasts Kill The Radio Star?

Last week saw the release of RAJAR’s latest audience data, covering the three months to September. Programming consultant Paul Chantler looks at the figures, and predicts the next trend to hit radio content from America…Good news for the BBC in the latest RAJAR audience figures – its highest-ever share of audience in the UK radio… Continue reading Look Out Moyles, Jack Could Be Coming For You!

The battle for supremacy amongst London’s radio stations is closer than ever, with high-profile TV personalities being brought in by broadcasters to bolster competing schedules. Paul Chantler, programming consultant and former group programme director of The Wireless Group, Essex Radio Group and Chiltern Radio Network explains how, despite their household names, the current slew of… Continue reading Getting A Bigger Bite Of Breakfast