Intro to Radio & Podcasting (Stockport & Tameside)

This programme will see you take part in several informal training sessions at Gaydio HQ, delivered in partnership with The King’s Trust. Sessions will focus on creating your own radio content, building your confidence behind the mic, and gaining real hands-on experience in broadcasting:

Course Layout

1. Introduction to Radio and how to become a radio presenter

2. Show content & news presenting

3. Other roles in radio & a look at music

4. CV, job searching and LinkedIn session with Liselle Sheard

5. Storytelling with BBC's Emma Goswell

6. Prep for the podcast

7. Podcast creation, a session exploring the next stage progression tailored to the participant's specific needs and next steps with Gaydio and other radio stations

8. 1-2-1's

Location, Dates and Times

Location: Gaydio HQ

Date: 10th November to 19th November 2025 (Weekdays only, no weekends)

Time: Morning Session (10am to 1pm) or Afternoon Session (2pm to 5pm)

Cost: Free for all participants (that meet the criteria below)

Criteria

• You must be Stockport or Tameside based

• You must be 16 years old or older

• Must not be in education

• Must not have done a previous 'Intro to Radio & Podcasting' course with Gaydio

Application Form

With Thanks

• 
  GMCA

  Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) - working together to improve the lives of people in Greater Manchester

• 
  WEA

  Founded in 1903, their mission is to bring adult education within reach of everyone who needs it.
  
  They continue to empower adults by bringing great teaching to local communities across England and Scotland, reaching tens of thousands of learners each year.

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