The Radio Academy becomes The Audio Academy and Nick Pitts appointed as Chair Thursday 26th February 2026 – The UK’s leading radio and audio industry charity, The Radio Academy, today officially becomes The Audio Academy, marking an exciting next chapter for the organisation as it deepens its focus across the rapidly expanding audio landscape. The […]

Thank you for your support of The Radio Academy in 2025. As we move forward into a new era as the Audio Academy we want to reflect on the successes of 2025 which wouldn’t have been possible without your generous support. Celebration The ARIAS continue to command the attention of the audio and radio industry. […]

The Radio Academy is delighted to welcome Alistair Mackenzie and Megan Carver to the Board of Trustees. Alistair Mackenzie is a pioneer in commercial, regional, and digital radio, Alistair co-founded Jazz FM’s second incarnation, supported local radio growth and helped launch major music festivals. Bringing expertise in finance, operations, and industry development, we’re thrilled to […]

Foot In the Door is a one-day event for people at entry and early career level in audio, to build skills development and open access to people and expertise, through training workshops and a facilitated speed-networking session. Foot In The Door takes place three times a year in different cities across the UK. We are delighted […]

Rising stars revealed in Aiir Radio Academy 30 Under 30 The Radio Academy, the charity dedicated to promoting excellence in UK audio and radio, has announced the Aiir Radio Academy 30 Under 30 for 2025. The list celebrates the rising stars of the audio industry.    Each year the Academy recognises 30 people under the age […]

Global Innovators and Groundbreaking Technology at The Radio Academy Festival 2025 The Radio Academy proudly announces an inspiring lineup of world-class talent and pioneering technology at this year’s Radio Academy Festival on Wednesday, September 17th, at the prestigious Royal College of Physicians in Regent’s Park, London.  With the theme World of Sound, the Festival will showcase […]

THE RADIO ACADEMY FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES A UNIQUE SONIC SHOWCASE IN DOLBY ATMOS The Radio Academy is delighted to announce it is bringing an astonishing range of new audio experiences to The Radio Academy Festival 2025 with the support of Dolby Labs. At the Festival, on September 17th at the Royal College of Physicians in London’s […]

Seven years ago Christian O’Connell quit his #1 breakfast show on Absolute Radio to start all over again on the other side of the world. The media backlash was huge: who was this English outsider? But his  Melbourne-based Gold 104.3 breakfast show is a runaway success and now he’s making history as he prepares to […]

The Radio Academy are pleased to announce that the 2025 Festival will be hosted by broadcasting trailblazers who each bring their unique perspective to the audio industry’s most inspiring day of the year. Joining an already stellar line-up of audio leaders and stars are: Jack Saunders – Presenter, BBC Radio 1 Stephanie Hirst – Presenter, Hits Radio Dan Noble – […]

Have your say at The Radio Academy  We want to know what you value about The Radio Academy and what we can do to support you and inspire the next generation of audio talent. Please complete our stakeholder survey- it’ll only take a few minutes – and help us shape the future. All responses will […]

The Radio Academy announces winners for… THE ARIAS 2025 Including: Goalhanger – Audio Brand of the Year BBC Radio 3 –  UK Radio Station or Radio Network of the Year Scout Tzofiya Bolton at Prison Radio Association –  Best New Presenter Forth 1 – John Myers Local Station of the Year BBC Three Counties Coldplay go Orange for Luton – Radio Times […]

  The Radio Academy ARIAS 2025 announces… Clara Amfo and Gok Wan MBE to host the awards Dick and Dom to host the red carpet Award presenters including Nick Grimshaw, Greg James, Jane Moore, Melvin Odoom and Cherry Healey The Radio Academy ARIAS 2025, the UK’s premier audio and radio awards, returns on Wednesday 14 May to Leicester Square’s ODEON […]

The Radio Academy announces nominees for UK’s leading audio and radio industry awards THE ARIAS 2025 ahead of ceremony on Wednesday 14th May at brand new venue, Leicester Square’s ODEON Luxe Nominees include: Times Radio Breakfast, The Louis Theroux Podcast, BBC Radio 2 Scott Mills, Help I Sexted My Boss, Hits Radio Gemma Atkinson & […]

The Radio Academy is recruiting a Membership and Programmes Coordinator

The Radio Academy Announces New Trustees for April 2025. The Radio Academy has announced the appointment of new Trustees to its Board, following an election by its members, along with the appointment of additional co-opted Trustees bringing specialist expertise. Samantha Moy and Ray Paul have been elected by members and will serve a three-year term […]

Our AGM for 2024 took place on Thursday 23rd January 2025, at the Amazon Music & Wondery headquarters in London. If you weren’t able to join us, here are some of the key highlights to note… In 2024 we established the Pillars of The Radio Academy: Celebration The Radio Academy ARIAS attracted widespread national and […]

Foot in the Door – Belfast Wednesday 19th March 2025 Queen’s University Belfast The Radio Academy is pleased to announce the first Foot in the Door of 2025.  Thanks to BBC Sounds and Broadcast Bionics for supporting Foot In The Door. We are proud to partner with Queens Radio and Queens University to bring Foot In The Door to Belfast on […]

Tuesday 14th January 1.30 – 2.15pm Join our new Chair of Judges, Bob Shennan, Chair of the Awards Committee, Adam Uytman, and Radio Acadamy MD, Aradhna Tayal Leach to hear more about the refreshed categories for 2025, tips and guidance on what the judges will be looking for, and a chance to ask questions.  

The Radio Academy announce the ARIAS for 2025

Meet the ReelWorld Radio Academy 30 Under 30 for 2024

The Radio Academy is recruiting a Membership and Programmes Coordinator

Radio Academy Mentoring Programme (RAMP) is open for applications.

Four Fellowships awarded at the 2024 Radio Academy Festival

Full programme revealed for Radio Academy Festival 2024