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Lorna Clarke: "He said; 'I Need To Look You In The Eye About The Electric Proms..You Do Realise It Can't Fail!'" - The Be Unstoppable Podcast

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We’ve hit double digits! 🎉 For our landmark 10th episode, we’re back bigger and bolder with an unmissable conversation featuring the powerhouse behind the BBC’s music strategy—Lorna Clarke Director of Music at the BBC, for an unfiltered conversation packed with career-defining moments, bold decisions, and behind-the-scenes stories from her legendary journey in the music industry.. And there’s more… The Be Unstoppable Podcast is now going bi-weekly, giving you even more time to dive deep into every game-changing episode.In this milestone episode, Ben Wynter sits down with Lorna Clarke for an unfiltered masterclass in career moves, industry leadership, and making iconic moments happen. From her rise through the ranks to rewriting the rules at the BBC, this is a must-hear for anyone who wants to level up their career and creativity.In this episode Lorna opens up about:🎙️ When to move on: Why it’s crucial to leave a job if you’re no longer adding value or growing.📻 Her Kiss FM era: What it was like during the station’s iconic early years and why she made the leap to the BBC.🌟 Redefining Radio 2: The vision behind the station’s evolution, including the bold decision to move Trevor Nelson from Radio 1 to Radio 2 daytime.🎶 The Electric Proms: How she created one of the BBC’s most iconic music events—and why failure was never an option.🎤 Iconic performances: The inside story of how she convinced Burt Bacharach to perform with a then-unknown North London singer—Adele—and how a young Amy Winehouse ended up sharing the stage with Paul Weller.💡 Leadership and culture: What real leadership looks like and how to refresh a company’s culture from the inside.🎪 Shaking up Glastonbury: The changes she’s made to BBC’s Glastonbury coverage to engage a wider audience.🤝 Mentorship and support: Who she turns to for professional advice in high-pressure moments.⚖️ Work-life balance: Why balancing life and career is essential for long-term success.If you’re ready to learn from one of the most influential leaders in music broadcasting, this episode is a must-listen.🎧 Listen and Watch Now: Available on all major platforms.💥 New episodes every 2 weeks—Don’t miss out!Don't forget to hit the like button and to leave us a comment.Follow us on socials for updates:🌟 Instagram: @beunstoppablepod🌟 LinkedIn: The Be Unstoppable Podcast🌟 TikTok: @beunstoppablepodHosted by Ben Wynter | #TheBeUnstoppablePodcast #LornaClarke #BBCMusic #LeadershipWatch the episodes on Youtube: click hereFollow us on social media: click hereAccess bonus footage by joining our Patreon here.Follow our host Ben Wynter: click hereSpecial thanks to our partners  The CUT!

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