Chris Stark is joining Global as Creative Executive Producer and presenter on Capital Breakfast with Roman Kemp.
He also takes up a new role in Global’s podcast division, with the remit of developing sport content for Global Player.
Chris joins Global from the BBC, where he currently hosts shows with Scott Mills on Radio 1 and Radio 5 Live. He is a founding member and co-host of That Peter Crouch Podcast and The Pirate Ship with Tom Kerridge and Chris Stark, and has fronted shows for Channel 4 and E4.
Chris Stark said: “I couldn’t be more excited to be joining Global, working across a variety of amazing projects.
“I’ve known Roman a long time and often joked over a beer it’d be great to work together on something big one day – and now here we are! I cannot wait to get started on Capital Breakfast and in my new Creative Executive Producer role. Let’s make some moments!
“And then to be asked to lead on Global Player’s sport podcast content is just the icing on the cake.”
Bit of news…
I’m really excited to be joining the @Global family.
I’ll be presenting @CapitalOfficial breakfast show alongside @romankemp – and becoming the shows Creative Executive Producer.
I have also been asked to lead on developing sport podcasts for @GlobalPlayer
— Chris Stark (@Chris_Stark) July 5, 2022
Capital’s Managing Editor, Brent Tobin said: “Chris is a first-class broadcaster and producer, with a real talent for creating brilliantly entertaining content that audiences love. He will be a fantastic addition to the Capital Breakfast with Roman Kemp team. We’re also excited to have his expertise on the Global Player team as we continue to grow our podcast slate at pace.”
Capital Breakfast’s Roman Kemp said: “Sian, Sonny and I are super excited to have Chris on board. I just know he’ll be a huge hit with our listeners, and I’m sure everyone will join us in giving him the warmest of welcomes to the Capital Breakfast family!”
Chris and Scott announced last week they are leaving BBC Radio 1 later this year and an announcement regarding their replacement will be made this afternoon at 2pm on Radio 1.
Posted on Tuesday, July 5th, 2022 at 10:37 am by RadioToday UK