Learning Resources
This archive of learning resources contains a wealth of fascinating talks, speeches and debates hosted by The Radio Academy in recent years. From presenting to producing, music to news, diversity to leadership - we’ve got something for everyone. Filter by topic, search for keywords, or browse for inspiring speakers. Everyone is welcome to browse, though many of these resources are exclusive to Radio Academy Members.
AudioTrain
Audiotrain is AudioUK’s skills and training platform, dedicated to raising the bar in podcasting and audio across the industry. Thanks to a collaboration between AudioUK and the BBC, it now offers a wide range of on-demand content specially designed for podcast and audio professionals, content creators, as well as new entrants to the industry who […]
Acast Ads Academy
Acast Ads Academy is a free, self-paced learning hub for marketers, advertisers, and creators looking to learn the essentials of podcast advertising. After over a decade of leading the way in podcast advertising, Acast is giving back our expertise for all to learn from.
Rosie Wright In Conversation
Times Radio’s Rosie Wright about her career in news and speech broadcasting
Nick Grimshaw in Conversation
Grimmy in conversation with Arielle Free, about life after Radio 1 and his new book
Jess Phillips MP, in Conversation
Shaun Keavney asks Jess how politics has primed her to get behind the mic to host her podcast.
Keynote – Tom Connaughton
Spotify UK’s Managing Director shares Spotify’s vision for the next generation of audio creators.
Decode – ARIA Winner in Focus
The award-winning production team discuss the podcast that deconstructs British albums.
The Long Time Academy – ARIA Winner in Focus
How do you use the power of audio to help listeners become good ancestors?
Breaking Taboos: Anna Raeburn & Sangeeta Pillai
The legendary radio agony aunt, and the groundbreaking podcaster, talk about off-limits subjects.
Women in Podcasting
Panel discussion with women who work in podcasting, including how it’s changed in the last 20 years.
Sport during lockdown
How radio and podcasts adapted to the almost overnight cancellation of sport around the world.
Too Many Podcasts, Too Little Time
The team from Blinkist talk about catering for audiences that just don’t have the time.
Local Radio 2025: Keri Jones
What future role could hyperlocal podcasting play in the landscape of local radio?
Elevenses: Danielle Perry & Jeremy Vine
Danielle interviews Jeremy about his background and career in radio, news, TV, and novels.
No Such Thing As A Radio Festival
The No Such Thing As a Fish hosts answer members’ questions, and share favourite radio trivia.













