I sort of fell into radio by accident. Back in 2022, I was asked if I fancied doing a Saturday afternoon show on Andover Radio. I said yes, mostly out of curiosity—and maybe a touch of “how hard can it be?” (Answer: harder than it looks when everything crashes mid-link and you’re trying not to swear.)
But from that very first show, something clicked. I loved the buzz of being live, the weird satisfaction of hitting the vocals just right, and knowing that someone out there was listening, even if they were just shouting at the kettle.
That one show led to mid-mornings, which was a joy—decent hour, decent tunes, people actually awake. Then I somehow found myself doing the breakfast show. And let me be brutally honest: I hated it. Mornings and I do not get on. The whole “bright and breezy at 7am” thing? No thanks. If I’m ever that chirpy at sunrise, check for signs of possession.
Thankfully, I made my escape to the Drive show—and that’s where I properly found my groove. Drive just works for me. Great energy, good music, and none of that forced peppiness you need before sunrise. It’s where I feel most at home behind the mic.
Somewhere along the way, I became station manager. One minute I was pressing play on “Dancing Queen,” the next I was running the place. It was a big leap, full of lessons, chaos, and probably too many emails—but I learned a lot, fast. And I realised I didn’t just love presenting—I loved the bigger picture too.
Then came the wild idea: why not start a brand-new station from scratch?
So in 2023, Overton Radio was born. A total passion project. A labour of love. And, to be fair, a bit of a mad move. But it’s been one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done.
Overton Radio is community radio through and through. We don’t just play music—we promote the village. We shout about local events, support local voices, and try to bring people together through the airwaves. And for a little village station, we punch way above our weight. I’m genuinely proud of what we’ve built—and continue to build.
On the air, I’m doing weekday afternoons from 2 to 4pm, which I love—it’s relaxed, fun, and gives me space to have a proper natter between the music. And at the weekends, I’m up for breakfast, which is a great little show. Not too early (thankfully), and a nice way to ease into the day without sounding like you’ve had five espressos and a nervous breakdown.
It’s been a bit of a whirlwind, this whole journey—from filling a gap on a Saturday schedule to running two stations and still loving being behind the mic. I never expected it. But it feels right. And I wouldn’t swap it for anything.
Thanks for being part of the ride.