He was crucial in ensuring constructive collaboration between the BBC and S4C, marrying two different operational cultures which ensured the success of the channel in its early days. Roger Mosey entered the profession through local radio, and rose through the ranks to become editor of, successively, PM, The World at One and Today, before being appointed Controller, Radio5 Live in 1996. He added that his team would keep the country "safe and secure" while leading the world. Andrew Stewart was a true pioneer of British broadcasting, Stewart joined the BBC then still a company at Savoy Hill in 1926. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Lovell has also appeared in Pantomime on several occasions including in Cinderella at The New Theatre, Woking in 20022003. Video, 00:01:00, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. Bill Cotton was son of dance band leader Billy Cotton, and was a senior BBC television producer and executive. Nov 2004 - Present18 years 3 months. He transformed Childrens Hour and was responsible for Whats My Line? Video, 00:00:57, Drumming BBC weather presenter goes viral, How do weather forecasters see into the future? As always you can unsubscribe at any time. [8] They felt that many of the issues women faced were not getting in-depth coverage, and in March 2013 a "flood of feedback from female listeners" was received by the BBC to the effect that the corporation should provide more "content from and about women. Gillian Hush joined the BBC in 1965 after working as a journalist the Middlesbrough Evening Gazette. She also broadcast in English on the UK-only BBC Home Service, serving as a newsreader during the Blitz. He added: I interviewed a woman in Cornwall whose husband had died of Covid at the beginning of the pandemic. We publish news stories from Dorset, Hampshire, Isle of. [5] Three new female faces are joining BBC Televisions 'Breakfast Time'. Godfrey Talbot started out at the BBC in 1937 following an earlier career in print journalism. Id already started doing voluntary work at Radio Cornwall and just as I was deciding whether I went off to university, the presenter I was working alongside decided to leave and I was offered the programme Id been helping out on for one hour on a Sunday. Its been a blast, but its time for someone else to have a turn.. Walronds Tweet was replied to with many well-wishers and curious fans wondering whats next for the presenter. Select from premium Bbc News Presenters of the highest quality. 2023 BBC. He is probably best known for his arts series Monitor, where he interviewed all the leading artists, musicians and sculptors of the 1960s. Video, 00:00:36Weather presenters take on news theme challenge, Up Next. She was later appointed as the female presenter for Disney Channel's Playhouse Disney strand with fellow-Fun Song Factory presenter Dave Benson Phillips which began in September 1999, and latterly, on the Playhouse Disney Channel. By the 1960s he had become Head of the East European Service, after having spent many years producing and presenting programmes directed to that area. On 6 August 2011, Lovell starred in an episode of Bristol-made BBC programme Casualty as an on-scene television news reporter. I still felt I had something to give and I hadnt lost my love of the job, but against the backdrop of Covid, BBC cutbacks and everything else that had happened I thought the future looked a lot bleaker and it was going to be a lot tougher to get Spotlight on air. She later presented Womans Hour and The Shapley File, which examined social issues. Once on the staff he wrote narration for documentaries, moving into television production (1955-65). She started her career at the Cornish Guardian newspaper in her. George Budden was a real radio enthusiast by nature, and an expert radio engineer by profession. It was originally started by Owain Wyn Evans - the drumming weatherman - of BBC North West Tonight. By 1953 he became Head of Childrens Hour, until its demise in 1964. Charles Siepmann joined the BBC in 1925, and was a pioneer of educational programmes. Sir Harold Bishop was a key BBC engineer working on experimental television in the 1920s. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. Rob McKeon has previously presented shows on BBC Radio Stoke and BBC Radio Derby. He became the head of BBC children's programmes for eight years until 1986. 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Those You Have Loved was her first programme, where she played light classical recordings. [38], The BBC News 100 Women list in 2014 continued the efforts of the first year's initiative. Both were known for their progressive ideas about programming that reflected the liberalising ethos of the 1960s. Video, 00:01:23, Watch: Matt Hancock message row in 83 seconds, Isabel Oakeshott: Why I leaked Hancock's messages. Peter Dimmock was an important figure in televisions developing years, as an outside broadcast producer and one of the first sports commentators. The year's keyword is reset, covering women who have contributed to "playing their part to reinvent our society, our culture and our world". He was Controller, Wales from 1945 to 1967, his long tenure stretching from post-war reconstruction to the opening of the new broadcasting centre in Llandaff more than twenty years later. 2023 BBC. The women of 2015, were from 51 countries and were not necessarily those who would traditionally have been seen as role modelsa woman suffering from depression, a woman who advocates for equal access to bathroom facilities, a woman who encourages other women to avoid make-up, and a reindeer nomad. Humphrey Burton joined BBC radio in 1955, transferring to television three years later. He believed media institutions should be accountable to the communities they serve, and that a commercial system could never provide for a democratic societys real communication needs. [41], The 2013 event was a month-long BBC series that took place in October. Joy Whitby made her mark on television in the sixties by revitalising childrens programmes. He was a key player in the development of all-electronic TV service at Alexandra Palace. Eric Fenn was a Presbyterian theologian, college principal and deputy head of BBC religious broadcasting. Annie Nightingale became the first female DJ on Radio 1 when she joined in 1970 and remains the stations longest serving presenter. From 1964 to 1969 he was deputy head of the service, working with Maurice Lateymonitor broadcasts from the Russian, Romanian, Bulgarian and Yugoslav areas. Normally I can keep it together but I was in tears she was holding it together better than I was and shed only just lost her husband. [12], The series has since covered many topics, including education, healthcare, equal pay, genital mutilation, domestic violence, and sexual abuse[13] and seeks to provide women with a platform to discuss how to improve the world and eliminate sexism. . She also saw the potential in Le Mange Enchant, turning it over to Eric Thompson who created The Magic Roundabout. He was a senior administrator in the BBC Overseas Service when it was established, moving into senior administrative positions in BBC Television. Unlike Civil Service employees who enjoyed a nominal increase in pay because of the changed situation, BBC staff were not so lucky, many left the corporation as a result, but John stayed until retirement. She continued broadcasting internationally on the World Service until 1992. The final 100 Voices, Inventing the Future is now published. From the BBC Oral History Collection here are some of the key personalities, producers, and innovators that tell the inside story of the BBC. Also on Sunday, Mr Biden sustained hairline fractures in his "mid-foot" after he slipped while playing with his dog Major. In 1977 he became Managing Director of news agency Visnews. She also fronted The Old Grey Whistle Test. Read about our approach to external linking. The BBC has over 200 correspondents based both in the United Kingdom and abroad. In October 1972, he became Controller of the BBC European Service. Professor David Hendy outlines the unique value of oral history, and its longstanding importance at the University of Sussex. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. Her first radio appearance. Check the full bio for relationship details. Hood oversaw the launch of the satire That Was the Week That Was, police drama Z-Cars, and science fiction hit Doctor Who. No one is irreplaceable. Lovell was born in Gravesend, Kent, grew up in Harrogate, North Yorkshire and attended Rose Bruford College,[3] a drama school in London. Video, 00:00:46, Hong Kong skyscraper fire seen on city's skyline, Watch: Matt Hancock message row in 83 seconds. David Attenborough initially approached the BBC for a position in radio talks programmes for which he was rejected. Continue with Recommended Cookies. Oliver Whitley joined the BBC in 1935 and, at the outbreak of World War Two joined the BBC Monitoring Service at Wood Norton. The list included the 27th Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard, Stacey Cunningham who runs the New York Stock Exchange and Shaparak Shajarizadeh[25] who challenged the Iranian law that requires women to wear the Hijab. She was the first woman to be made a Fellow of the Royal Television Society. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Desmond Hawkins had a very long career in the BBC first as a programme maker and then as a departmental head. Video, 00:00:57Drumming BBC weather presenter goes viral. I miss her mischievous sense of humour and her repartee with Justin. Maurice Latey broadcast talks on the BBC European Service. Curated by leading academics from the University of Sussex and partner institutions, in collaboration with the BBC, 100 Voices and Connected Histories of the BBC is an AHRC funded project that shines a light on the hidden stories of broadcasting. Millis had come from the world of banking, having been a partner at Baring Brothers prior to his appointment. Robin Scott was the first Controller of Radio 1 and Radio 2 when they launched in 1967. What's the least amount of exercise we can get away with? Everyone was asked to apply for voluntary redundancy last summer and then the BBC started to work out who could stay and who could go. I was trying to gear myself up to leaving my colleagues and good friends at work. Until 2020, she normally co-presented with fellow-presenter David Garmston until COVID-19 related cuts removed co-presenting roles, with Lovell now presenting alone. His first was an anthologyof poetry about birds called A Nest of Singing Birds. Meryl became one of the presenters on the global satellite programme Our World (1967). 2 min read. On 9 April 2019, she appeared on an episode of Lorraine to discuss her experience as a stalking victim.[6]. Video, 00:01:37Thanks, but no big speech, in Ken Bruce's sign off, Tear gas fired at Greece train crash protesters. Francis House was a producer of religious broadcasts to Germany from 1942. In 1967 he became Head, Television Arts Features and was instrumental in commissioning the landmark 13 part series Kenneth Clark's Civilisation. Robin Duff was a well-known war correspondent. The annual series examines the role of women in the 21st century and has included events in London and Mexico. Biden: "Its a team that reflects the fact that America is back", We're at war with Covid, not each other - Biden, Trump signals he is prepared to leave White House, Street fighting in Bakhmut but Russia not in control, Saving Private Ryan actor Tom Sizemore dies at 61, Alex Murdaugh jailed for life for double murder, The children left behind in Cuba's mass exodus, Xi Jinping's power grab - and why it matters, Snow, Fire and Lights: Photos of the Week. Drumming BBC weather presenter goes viral. During his tenure he oversaw the commissioning of major series such as The Singing Detective, Casualty, and Live Aid, and also ended the transmission of Miss World. Its taking a bit of getting used to after 30-odd years of non-stop, day-in day-out broadcasting, whether it was radio or TV. He was appointed for the credibility and easy presenting style he brought from pirate radio, but enjoyed a long BBC career and can now be heard on Radio 2. William Glock served as BBC Controller of Music from 1959 to 1972, introducing many avant-garde composers to BBC radio. She moved to Panorama in 1986, moving on again in 1990 to become Editor, Horizon. It wasnt long before she graduated to network radio, eventually presenting Womens Hour, plus stints on major BBC television series. Nigerias Funke Bucknor-Obruthe & Omotade Alalade make BBCs "100 Women" List for 2016, Four South Africa women make it on BBCs 100 Women List 2016, "BBC 100 Women 2015: Who is on the list? Belfrage was on air at the time but carried on as though nothing had happened. Read about our approach to external linking. My immediate boss said after a few days I think were going to have to do more than 20 seconds. Alex also played the BBC News theme tune on violin and has had . To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. In 1938, he answered an advertisement for temporary staff at the BBC, kicking off a 45-year career with the corporation, first at the Maida Vale in London, then moving to Manchester for 30 years. Yvonne Adamson began her BBC radio career in 1945 as a reporter in North Region, part of the BBC to which she remained committed for the rest of her working life. He commissioned Blue Peter, which first aired in 1958. Sir John Tusa came to the BBC as a General Trainee in 1960. Has Victoria left Spotlight. Lovell's first television role was as a presenter on the Fun Song Factory television series in 1998. Television news presenters[edit] BBC One and BBC Two[edit] "I am proud to announce today the first senior White House communications team comprised entirely of women," Mr Biden said in a statement. . She is known for her work as a weather presenter on the regional news program BBC South Today.She was previously the face of GMTV/ITV London Travel and she can also be heard reading the Travel News on BBC Radio 5 Live & Talk Sport. whose emotional exit from the South West news programme left hundreds of viewers in tears last October, Beyond Paradise: Cornwall fish box signposts to real location of BBC series, Though Beyond Paradise is set in Devon, the series was filmed in Looe, Cornwall magistrates courts sentence driver who caused young man's death and shoplifters, It's certainly been all systems go at Cornwall's two magistrates' courts in Truro and Bodmin, Dawn French shares incredible 7.5 stone weight loss journey as she debuts new look, Comedian Dawn French wowed fans with her figure and new look as she returned to her signature clean-cut bob, which she showed off in a recent public appearance, Urgent appeal to find cats that were released near Godrevy and are 'unlikely to do well alone', The RSPCA is appealing for the public's help to find the cats which have likely never been outside before, Newquay drunk doorman dad on cocaine ploughed head-on into family, Nigel Alldis had also taken cocaine prior to getting into his car, The Winter King: Nimue actress is Doctor Who star Ellie James cast as 'Lady of the Lake', The Winter King cast member Ellie James plays Nimue, the famed 'Lady of the Lake', who legends say lived either at Dozmary Pool in Bodmin Moor or The Loe near Porthleven, Upgraded St Buryan house boasts garden studio and sea views, No.7 Parc an Peath is part of a new small select development built in 2019, Who makes the best Cornish pasties in Cornwall. He was instrumental in the introduction of local radio and the launch of Radio 1. [23] The list of candidates was chosen from those nominated by the BBC's different language teams using the 2020 theme which was "The Female Future". This involved being on standby in the studios, ready to replace the live sound of Big Ben striking 9pm with a recording of its chimes if the Luftwaffe were flying over Westminster at the very moment it was due to be broadcast. In 1963 he became Head of Sport, and oversaw the introduction of Match of the Day a year later. He became Assistant to the Programme Organiser (1938-9), and between 1939-41, Assistant Director, Programme Planning. Doris Arnold Doris Arnold was the BBC's first woman music presenter, on-air from 1938. Women in Politics. For the next 13 years he could be found in the BBC's variety department. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. He was prone to accidents during live broadcasts, but was hugely loved for his warm personality. Hatch became Network Radio Editor, BBC Manchester 197478, and then took on various Controller roles until he became Managing Director, Radio, and Adviser to the Director-General, (199395). Video, 00:01:38, At least 17 dead in Jakarta fuel storage depot fire, Thanks, but no big speech, in Ken Bruce's sign off. Last modified on Mon 18 Jul 2022 07.51 EDT. 100 Women is a BBC multi-format series established in 2013. Anne Lundon May 2, 1986. The team will be led by Kate Bedingfield, former deputy . Norman Collins ran the Light Programme from 1946. I was still reluctant. RM BRJ5EH - Sophie Raworth BBC female news presenter at Pope Benedict's visit London outside Westminster Abbey Friday 17th September 2010 RM MR1064 - Hay on Wye, UK - May 2018 - Gemma Cairney TV and radio presenter on stage at the Hay Festival talking about her book Open - Photo Steven May / Alamy Live News She brought enormous experience to the job, having joined the BBC forty years earlier as a registry clerk. She worked mainly in light entertainment becoming the BBCs first female producer in that department. Max Pearson. Harman Grisewood made a quick move into the BBC following graduation, joining the staff in 1927. In 1944 Audrey Russell became the only British woman to be accredited as a war correspondent and went on to became the first female news reporter. Moving through the ranks Waine became Head of Network Production Centre at BBC Pebble Mill in Birmingham, and later Head of Broadcasting, BBC Midlands. Liz is by far the most attractive lady at the BBC! First female "lone piper" at the Edinburgh Tattoo, Forensic anthropologist who investigates crimes against humanity, Cartoonist of 'Willis from Tunis', whose adventures are about the news, Winner of reality show "Bake Off" went on to television jobs, Campaigner who encourages women to ignore harassment and reclaim the public space, App developer which links gay and lesbian people for marriages of convenience, Cartoonist who became professional after winning a UNESCO competition in 2000, Korean-American professional wrestler, then known as Jade. I have to keep reminding people I havent retired the number of times Ive been out walking where I live and people have stopped and even pulled up in their cars and said hows retirement? I have to say I took voluntary redundancy and Im looking for work. After 15 years at Yorkshire TV he returned to the BBC in 1988 as managing director of network television. Video, 00:00:36, Weather presenters take on news theme challenge, Up Next. Owen Reed was Head of Childrens Programmes from 1956-1963. [26], In 2017 the women on the list will be part of the 100 Women Challenge, tackling some of the biggest problems facing women around the world. Janet Adam Smith was a writer, editor and proponent of Scottish literature. During the war he became an accredited war correspondent and took part in a bombing raid over Berlin which was broadcast. Why Alex Murdaugh was spared the death penalty, Why Trudeau is facing calls for a public inquiry, The shocking legacy of the Dutch 'Hunger Winter', Why half of India's urban women stay at home. The TV legend took voluntary redundancy as part of a huge package of cuts by the BBC which has seen hundreds of jobs going across regional TV news and current affairs, local radio and online news.