"And Im so lucky that Ive been given so many different platforms to perform in. Sacked talkSPORT Presenters Over The Years "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. It is also transmitted across the UK digitally via DAB digital radio, Freeview, Sky, Virgin Media and Freesat. The channel is also an official broadcaster for some of the biggest sporting contests in the UK, including the Premier League. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Yeah theres a few blokes around, but theyre probably looking at you and thinking Phew, Im intimidated by her. Talksport has been available on Freesat since April 2016. I think he does it because genuinely he believes in uplifting people that he thinks are good. Speaking to talkSPORT before Clattenburgs comments, Welch insists there is a pathway for women in this profession. In the summer of 2021, she was one of the main anchors for the coverage of the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo on streaming provider Discovery+ and Eurosport. She currently lead presents live Premier League football on Talksport every Saturday morning in GameDay Exclusive. [6]. Imagine working in an environment where you are constantly having to prove yourself, Sawyer said. News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services. talkSPORT will be bringing listeners 64 live and exclusive Barclays Premier League commentaries throughout the season, starting with Arsenal v Crystal Palace on Saturday 16 August. talkSPORT, the worlds biggest sports radio station, can today announce a number of new presenters across its schedule from this weekend (9/10 August) ahead of the start of the new Barclays Premier League season. It took me 10 years to work to get to this point. In 2022 a televised version of TalkRadio launched on TV. So then when you kind of think about being, becoming a presenter, I suppose, really, for me, you're clutching at something. On 12 November 1998, TalkCo Holdings whose chairman and chief executive was Kelvin MacKenzie, former editor of The Sun purchased Talk Radio. @SportSJA. 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. Reshmin Chowdhury (Bengali: ; born 16 December 1977) is a British-Bangladeshi sports journalist broadcaster and event host. However, the first live broadcast had been Caesar the Geezer's phone-in which aired the previous night. Historically its [sports media] not a place where women have been prevalent, but now you only have to look at the World Cup coverage and every channel was promoting women, not just presenters but pundits. It gave me so much strength and acceptance. If you are in love with what youre doing then that passion comes through but youll never stop working. Much like Gabby, Laura will herself now be an inspiration for young women looking to crack into football journalism. Former England international Lianne Sanderson also acknowledged this rise in support and awareness in comparison to when she was growing up, and explained that this has helped her in her transition from player to pundit. "Thats why its important to enjoy it because I find that the way I benefit from what I do Ill just sit and read, Ill read for hours on end, watch football games, read interviews, watch interviews on YouTube, Ill find my favourite journalist and Ill follow them. I asked my boss if he could put them on Sky Sports Darts and he let me, Laura says. I went with Anton Ferdinand to the Houses of Parliament to speak about trolling a number of times. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window). Laura would have to borrow a camera on-site to make her YouTube series Off the Oche - grabbing darts players for a more relaxed chat following their matches. I'd fast forward the actual sport, because that's fine. Luckily we all still get our fix of Alan Brazil, hell be back here every Thursday and Friday. I think thats something talkSPORT now do really well, where as in the past they didnt, is they recognise that everybody should have a voice.. This article was produced in partnership with the game changers podcast, which is supported by Barclays. Sawyer parted company with Sky Sports News in March 2018, after eighteen years of service having initially joined the production team. Chowdhury spent her university placement year as a TV News Helpdesk Operator at Reuters TV News. I think #BreakTheBias to me, is just allowing everybody to go about their business and just not be criticised for really superficial things. talkSPORT is shaking up its schedule this season to maximise insight and entertainment for listeners. : The TalkSPORT Book of Cricket's Best Ever Sledges, "TalkSport rapped for 'derogatory' comment", Jon Gaunt still pursuing legal action against TalkSport, DJ named on BNP member list joined to research story, "Andy Gray and Richard Keys move to Talksport", "The Two Mikes in Ofcom breach at talkSPORT", "Tottenham 'appalled' with antisemitic remark aimed at Daniel Levy on talkSPORT", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Talksport&oldid=1150560729, May 2001: Talksport secured rights to broadcast, December 2002: Talksport announced plans for the station's first ever music show. She fronted coverage of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games with Eurosport and Discovery Plus and presented for ITV Sport during UEFA Euro 2020. Meanwhile, former England cricket star and talkSPORT pundit Steve Harmison hosts After the Lights Go Out with former Premier League footballer and championship boxer Leon McKenzie, in a new series that explores life after retirement and mental health in former sports stars. "So lets get into it youre missing sport, were missing sport, but whatever the colour of your team shirt, there will be something here for you. Ade Oladipo will also be a part of the stations centrepiece GameDay programming and will have a new weekday show, The Social on talkSPORT 2, airing at 1pm-5pm, whilst British singer and songwriter Chelcee Grimes hosts a new series My Unsung Hero on the driving force behind the success of superstars and those behind the scenes that helped get them to where they are today. Thanks for all your support & to my amazing @talksport family see you at 6am! pic.twitter.com/KujfcGPHSI. It has broadcast specialist programming dedicated to the Football League, La Liga, European football, horse racing rugby league, rugby union, boxing, cricket, tennis, NBA, US sport, and golf.[31]. I think people are getting used to seeing females on the TV now, which is good, because they realise were not going anywhere. Youre watching people perform at a top level. But the people that matter to me are the people who have faith in me and have put me in this position because theyve seen how hard I work.. Female Sky Sports Presenters 2023 | Sky Sports News Presenters Or constantly having to negate the stereotype that youre a presenter because you tick a box. And really no one can judge you in that sense about the way that you look or what you sound like. They will be joined by Danny Murphy on Mondays and Trevor Sinclair on Wednesdays. I think peoples perception of women in sport is changing and I dont just think thats in broadcast but in the physical side of sport too. You can listen to the full episode with Laura Woods here. Give me anything I can get. This service is provided on talkSPORT Ltd's Terms of Use in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Talk Radio made its first foray into the world of sports radio rights bidding by purchasing from BBC Radio 5 Live the rights to broadcast Football League matches for the 199798 season. It never felt like she was out of place or overshadowed by the occasion, she was there by merit. 'We are here because we've earned it' - On International Women's Day pic.twitter.com/4pTljPGOkG. Just a little note to say I just picked this up for the 2nd year in a row & I couldnt be more proud (and emotional) Back to back @SportSJA Presenter of The Year! The station is an official broadcaster of the Barclays Premier League, England football. talkSPORTs Faye Carruthers also echoed that support has certainly improved, but there is still a long way to go. Starting off as a runner,. The announcement follows talkSPORTs record RAJAR figures last week with 3.4million sports fans tuning into the station each week. Ultimately that just makes me work harder. The 31-year-old Sky Sports presenter has this season landed the "most exciting and nerve-wracking" gig of her life - reporting . I think weve all having to prove ourselves. But also when a man gets abuse, sometimes it doesn't affect them as much because generally, they feel accepted in that world. I remember being really down on myself, your inner voice is the most critical voice you will ever hear. And I felt really comfortable and I knew I was better than all the boys and I knew I could run faster. Youll never be able to read everything in the world. talkSPORT also continues as the exclusive radio broadcaster of EFL league and cup matches. Chowdhury has been part of the BBC Sport team since May 2010. This service is provided on talkSPORT Ltd's Terms of Use in accordance with our Privacy Policy. "That's where the goalposts are different. But theres also been a new role model for Laura. talkSPORT is shaking up its schedule this season to maximise insight and entertainment for listeners. But when you're trying to get those opportunities, they're inevitably only in things that somebody else probably doesn't want to do, or that is quite niche, which makes the job 10 times harder. And then next week when I'm much more emotional, my hormones have changed, it really hurts me. Sawyer parted company with Sky Sports News in March 2018, after eighteen years of service having initially joined the production team. The new morning presenter thanked radio legend Alan for his support as she opened the show. Woods emphasised the importance of supporting other women in the industry, and also spoke of the need for male allies. [2] talkSPORT unveils new line-up for 2020/21 season as GameDay returns Today is International Womens Day, and talkSPORT wants to really understand what this years theme #BreakTheBias meant to females in the sport industry. EXCLUSIVE: Now a face of The Debate, Super Sunday and a prime time presenter on talkSPORT, Lauras journey is a tale of hard work and talent. But Ive never really felt singled out or wasnt given an opportunity because Im a woman. The Sky Sports star is now hosting on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, while Alan Brazil will present the show on Thursdays and Fridays. For me, I never want to be chosen because Im a female, because Im mixed race and because Im gay. LAURA Woods has worked her way to one of the top jobs in sport reporting after becoming the host of talkSPORT's breakfast show. Do it. [citation needed], During the 2006 FIFA World Cup Talksport was available on Digital Radio DAB in some German cities. Pearce, who was part of talkSPORTs team during the 2014 FIFA World Cup, will commentate on the stations live football and feature across the station. [8] In November 2015, she won the Media Award at the Asian Football Awards.[9][10][11]. From January 2019, Talksport 2 was re-positioned as a rolling sports news and live sport station. This is a great opportunity for me to be involved with the worlds biggest sports radio station and work with Colin and the fantastic guests on his show.. "For me my life is driven by stuff that excites you, scares you and reporting always used to scare me because it felt unattainable. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window). "When Kelly came along I was like Wow. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. If they pass all this and choose the right path, I believe women should be involved in the mens game.. Laura Woods (@laura_woodsy) / Twitter In 2012 the club featured her in an advertising campaign that saw her image used on a bus in an effort to promote their ticket prices. Presenter of The Year! Laura Woods, one of the leading female broadcasters in the sports industry, features on this weeks game changers podcast. The station was originally launched as Talk Radio UK in 1995. Who is talkSPORT Breakfast host Laura Woods? | The Sun In late 1999, TalkCo, rebranded as The Wireless Group, announced a relaunch of Talk Radio to become the UK's first national commercial sports radio station called Talksport. Laura knew she wanted to be involved in sports media from an early age, thanking football fans dad and her two older brothers for a heavy influence. The 31-year-old Sky Sports presenter has this season landed the "most exciting and nerve-wracking" gig of her life - reporting pitch-side for Super Sunday. [citation needed], Sawyer is a fan of Brentford. However, as much as womens presence in sports media has improved, its still not where it should be, with some on social media still questioning Lauras credentials. Something went wrong, please try again later. They are the trailblazers, paving the way for Rebecca. 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