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You're On The Air!

You're On The Air!

Written by: Jon Briggs
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These days anyone can be a broadcaster simply by using their smartphone - but there is an art to doing it properly. Broadcaster and journalist Jon Briggs (the original voice of Siri in the UK) talks to professional broadcasters about what it takes to make a living On The Air.

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Episodes
  • Mark Chapman

    Mark Chapman
    May 22 2021

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    From the BBC continuity broom cupboard to prime time sports anchor for Match of the Day 2, Mark "Chappers" Chapman is the voice of calm and reason when a zillion outside sources are being thrown at him every Saturday afternoon for Sport on 5. What does it take to be across so many different sports, does he really want Gary Lineker's job and what does he really do during the second half commentary? In conversation with the Original UK Voice of Siri - broadcaster Jon Briggs.

    Mark (@markchapman) can be heard regularly every Saturday with Sport on 5 and seen every Sunday on BBC1 with Match of the Day 2 .

    Jon Briggs is available for coaching, training, voice over and broadcasting via www.jonbriggs.com
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    1 hr
  • Cornelius Lysaght

    Cornelius Lysaght
    Mar 19 2021

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    For 25 years Cornelius Lysaght was Mister Horse Racing for BBC Radio - broadcasting live into the daily and sports programmes of BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Radio 4. Whether over the jumps or on the flat, his voice has become synonymous with the sound of thundering hooves on turf. But what does it take to be a specialist in such a global and historically rich sport? And just how do you manage all those bizarre horses names? And why did Reggie Bosanquet put him off drinking gin forever? In conversation with the Original UK Voice of Siri - broadcaster Jon Briggs.

    Cornelius (@CorneliusRacing) can be heard regularly on his own podcast Corneliuscast and writing regularly for sporting journals. www.corneliusracing.com

    Jon Briggs is available for coaching, training, voice over and broadcasting via www.jonbriggs.com
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Libby Purves

    Libby Purves
    Jan 13 2021

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    Libby Purves is best known for hosting BBC Radio 4's Midweek for over 30 years. She's also been a Times newspaper columnist since 1982. But what does it take to become the youngest presenter of the "Today" programme, why does she hate saying "my show" and why does she have a problem with podcasts? In conversation with the Original UK Voice of Siri - broadcaster Jon Briggs.

    Libby Purves can be heard regularly on Times Radio

    Jon Briggs is available for coaching, training, voice over and broadcasting via www.jonbriggs.com
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    46 mins
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