Radio Presenter Training Podcast

THE NAILS MAHONEY RADIO PRESENTER COACH PODCAST: EP 1: WOULD THEY NOTICE IF YOU WERE GONE?Every presenter has wondered it — but almost nobody says it out loud:If you were fired tomorrow… would your listeners even notice?In this first episode, Nails breaks down the brutal truth of radio:the slot always wins — unless you give people a reason to remember you.Using the relatable‑vs‑memorable framework, he explains how presenters fall into “safe radio mode,” why reading liner cards kills connection, and how fear of layoffs keeps talent small. More importantly, he shows you how to build a portable brand — one your audience will follow to any platform.This episode is your wake‑up call.It’s time to stop filling time… and start building you.#RadioPresenter #RadioIndustry #RadioLife #Broadcasting #NailsMahoney #RadioCoach #PodcastSeries #GregJames #BBCRadio1 #Radio1Breakfast

Just Radio is where radio people come to feel understood.Hosted by Tracey and Nails, it’s a fast, funny, unfiltered look at the real world of radio — the parts you talk about off‑air, not the parts that end up in a consultant’s slide deck.If you work in radio, want to break into radio, or you’ve simply been around long enough to know when a show’s gone stale, this is for you. We talk about everything that actually matters in the industry today:• Why Perfect Radio Sounds Like AI (And How to Fix It)• Radio Presenter Burnout: Spotting It Before Your Audience Does• Attention Spans Are Shrinking — What That Means for Your Links• AI Voices vs Real Broadcasters: What Listeners Actually Prefer• How to Keep Your Radio Show Fresh When You’re Tired of It• Medium Wave, Static and Why Radio Nostalgia Still Works• The One Idea That Could Change Your Station• Authenticity vs Polish: What Today’s Radio Audience Responds To• Why Your Show Sounds Different to You Than It Does to Listeners• The Human Ear vs The Algorithm: Why You Still Matter On‑Air

RadioStar Podcast – Challenge 3, Feedback, and the Road to the FinaleIn this 22‑minute episode of RadioStar Podcast, Nails Mahoney and Tracey Lee reflect on Challenge 3 of RadioStar 25, the origins of the contest, and the deeper meaning of radio. From cassette tape submissions in Dublin to unforgettable first winners, to the importance of mentorship and feedback, this episode is a celebration of growth, passion, and encouragement.Constructive Feedback: How judges help contestants evolve and rediscover their enthusiasmOrigins of Radio Star: From homemade “supermarket stars” to Mix 106 contests in DublinFirst Winners Remembered: Michelle Tormey and Andy Thompson, whose voices helped launch Radio StarFamily Spirit: Why the RadioStar Contest is more than a contest — it’s a community built on encouragement and lasting relationshipsMentorship and Trust: Personal reflections on the push that comes from people who believe in youFirst On‑Air Experiences: Nails’ early appearances at BBC Leicester and RTE, sparking a lifelong love of radioBehind the Scenes: A Vancouver LG73 story where encouragement from Program Director Jim Johnson turned a good shift into one of the best of Nails’ careerThe Art of Critique: Why “go hard on me” feedback motivates contestants, and how judges spot subtle signs like rushed prep or nervous laughsYoung Talent Rising: Contestants as young as 17 proving that passion and ability transcend ageRadio’s Human Core: Why radio endures as one‑on‑one communication, driven by people, not promotionsLooking Ahead: Challenge 4 and 5 and public voting for the first time since 2021, and the grand finale wrapping up just before Christmas#RadioStarPodcast, #RadioStar25 #RadioStarContest, Radio talent discovery, Feedback and mentorship, Michelle Tormey, Andy Thompson, BBC Leicester, RTE, LG 73 Vancouver, Constructive criticism in radio, Young radio talent, Public voting, Radio Presenter Coaching

🎙️ Just Radio with Nails & TraceyWhere did the music radio presenter go? From rambling links and pointless “yous” to lost skills, lazy clichés, and the silent disappearance of real presence, Nails & Tracey dig into the seven deadly sins of broadcasting. This isn’t about nostalgia—it’s about standards. RadioStar ’25 offers a way back: a talent search for presenters who know the music, the craft, and the value of simply saying something worth hearing. No sparkle. No script. Just Radio.

Episode 3. Tracey and Nails from OnAirCoach grab a cuppa and talk about: ** Deciding who and what you are. Why does it matter what you call your job? Well, it can matter a lot. Find out why and how to make the most of your 'title'. ** A radio company in Canada has decided to open it's doors to the public so that people can see what radio is all about AND to decide if a career in radio is for them. Why don't more companies do this? ** Tarzan Dan Freeman from Bounce Radio in Canada shares his thoughts on tenacity...and David Bowie. ** Finally...your Demo. Make sure you get the best bits of the best bits and then the best bits of those best bit. Em...it makes sense when you listen!!! ++++++++++++++++++++++ Join us online on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/presentercoaching/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/onaircoach/ TikTok @nailsmahoney YouTube @onaircoach Insta @nailsmahoney Thanks for listening :) You can email us anytime [email protected] https://onaircoach.net

Tracey and Nails from OnAirCoach. In this episode: Your Legacy - what do you want to be known for? Now is the time to start on that and learning how to be 'you' on the radio is the beginning. What are you GREAT at? - We talk about why it's OK (and important) to acknowledge your 'greatness'! Creativity - It's the most sought after talent. What can you do better than anyone else? Plus, Tracey goes down a couple of rabbit holes....Nails tries to keep up and they both rave about the human voice. ...as you do :)

Tracey and Nails from OnAirCoach chat about: Creativity on the radio. Why choose radio? Why knowing radio's history is important. Where has all the fun gone? Three Tips for better presentation. Finding your on air 'personality'. #radio #radiopresentation #radiodj #radiohistory #media #broadcasting #broadcastingtips #radiotips #fun #personality #presentertraining #soundbetteronradio #connection #creativeradio #howtopresentyourshow #radiocoaching #howtomakemyshowsoundbetter #radiocourses

Nails & Tracey are interviewed by Simon Abberley who came 2nd in RadioStar '23 on nevis Radio, Scotland. Find out all about RadioStar, It's history, what it's all about and how you can enter!

6 years of the contest and RadioStar '23 is very different! What's changed? Who's in the Top 11 and what's this year's contest all about! Hosts - Tracey Lee & Nails Mahoney www.onaircoach.net/radiostar

RADIOSTAR CELEBRATING 6 YEARS!! RadioStar '23 is COMING SOON! This is RadioStar Nostalgia! Hear about RadioStar 18,19,20,21 and 22 WINNERS and how you can enter the only International Radio Talent search. Hosted by Nails Mahoney & Tracey Lee (Creators Of RadioStar) #radiostar23 #internationalcontest #talentsearch #radio #podcast

The Aircheck Room - Where Radio Pros Listen to and Chat about Radio Audio from the past week. With Nails Mahoney & Tracey Lee *PLUS GUESTS* Episode 2 Guests: Kate Cocker - https://www.thepresentercoach.co.uk Ashley Paul - BFBS Colchester (Mornings) We listen to: 00:00  Intro 00:27  Move 100.1 Halifax NS, Canada  08:17  Hot 102.7 Johannesburg, South Africa  14:51  KISS 108 Boston MA, USA  24:29 Wrap Up BONUS CONTENT and GROUP CALLS on our PATREON Page: https://www.patreon.com/aircheckroom LISTEN to the links from the episode on our Soundcloud page: https://soundcloud.com/onaircoach You can support the channel by donating if you'd like. Thank you so much!! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/onaircoach ONAIRCOACH MERCH: https://onaircoach.net/merch/ FOLLOW US: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nails-mah... LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/presenter... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nailsmahoney... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/traceyleeona... Twitter: https://twitter.com/onaircoach Twitter: https://twitter.com/traceyleeradio Twitter: https://twitter.com/AircheckRoom Insta: https://www.instagram.com/onaircoach/ The Radio Space: https://the-radio-space.mn.co/ RADIOSTAR 2022: https://onaircoach.net/radiostar/ POCKET PREP: https://onaircoach.net/pocketprep/ Thanks to: http://themediasite.co.uk http://audyllic.com http://theradiofam.com ===================== FAIR USE ACT; NO COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT INTENDED (Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976) For PRIVATE Airchecks and BONUS Content, head to our PATREON Page: https://www.patreon.com/aircheckroom ====================== If you enjoy this video, make sure you subscribe to the channel, like the video and comment down below which audio you would like us to discuss. This is a discussion/reaction video used to educate and give feedback on the radio industry. =======================

The Aircheck Room - Where Radio Pros Listen to and Chat about Radio Audio from the past week. With Nails Mahoney & Tracey Lee **PLUS GUESTS** Episode 1 Guests: Cousin Vinny - Mornings 95.9 Virgin Radio Montreal Dusty Rhodes - dustpod.io (Bespoke Premium Podcasts for Brands) We listen to: NOW 102.9 Dallas MORE FM - Auckland CAPITAL - London UK BONUS CONTENT and GROUP CALLS on our PATREON Page: https://www.patreon.com/aircheckroom LISTEN to the links from the episode on our Soundcloud page: https://soundcloud.com/onaircoach You can support the channel by donating if you'd like. Thank you so much!! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/onaircoach ONAIRCOACH MERCH: https://onaircoach.net/merch/ FOLLOW US: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nails-mahoney/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/presentercoaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nailsmahoneycoach Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/traceyleeonaircoach Twitter: https://twitter.com/onaircoach Twitter: https://twitter.com/traceyleeradio Twitter: https://twitter.com/AircheckRoom Insta: https://www.instagram.com/onaircoach/ The Radio Space: https://the-radio-space.mn.co/ RADIOSTAR 2022: https://onaircoach.net/radiostar/ POCKET PREP: https://onaircoach.net/pocketprep/ Thanks to: www.themediasite.co.uk www.audyllic.com www.theradiofam.com ===================== FAIR USE ACT; NO COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT INTENDED (Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976) For PRIVATE Airchecks and BONUS Content, head to our PATREON Page: https://www.patreon.com/aircheckroom ====================== If you enjoy this video, make sure you subscribe to the channel, like the video and comment down below which audio you would like us to discuss. This is a discussion/reaction video used to educate and give feedback on the radio industry. =======================

Radiostar '22 starts April 15th!  The Search Is On to find our Radiostar! Is it you? Bitesized version of our Facebook Live. Watch OnAirCoach / Nails Mahoney / Tracey Lee social media for more info & at www.onaircoach.net/radiostar Good Luck! #radiostar22 #nailsandtracey #international #radio #talentsearch #onaircoach #radiocoaching

Nails & Tracey's podcast for Audio Presenters. They chat about all things 'Presentation' & 'Radio', tips, advice and skills to help your show. . OnAirCoach are celebrating 15 years of Presenter Training and have worked with over 4,000 clients. Many have gone on to be extremely successful in their career.  For more- www.onaircoach.net This Episode - "The Talking Stuff" -  Radio Apres Covid, Fly On the Wall Radio, Radiostar, Rosa Serret, PDs are Humans too, Airchecks...

Nails & Tracey's Radio Star podcast. WARNING Some of this content is X… keep your kids away! How does Liz Gogol; @lizontheedge, host of "Canada's Rock 20", balance network radio with her daily show? @1031freshradio @fm96rocks @y108rocks @power97wpg @thewolfca @1075daverocks WARNING Some of this content is X… keep your kids away! Crutches and cliches...full of them. And the latest title that could describe you..Yes YOU! Some big name guests coming soon to the Presenter Weekly  Newsletter mailchi.mp/f5f305e99fee/onaircoach-newsletter ,Radio Star Bootcamp Q & A for Radio Star entrants with special  guest appearances from Radio Star 2020 finalists PLUS all the latest and  all you need to know about Radio Star '21.   At OnAirCoach we are celebrating 14 years of Presenter Training and  have worked with and mentored over 3,100 clients.  Many have gone on to be extremely successful in their career. We hold online masterclasses  and coach individually too. Nails Mahoney and Tracey Lee have over 50 years international media experience between them and worked for BBC,  Today FM, RTE and spoken at Next Radio, TedX and ERS,  Paris. www.onaircoach.net 

Nails  & Tracey's 1st Radio Star podcast.  Chatting to the legendary Barry Lang of 2FM and RTE2 TV.#thehotline #thebeatbox ,Where he has been and his brand new radio show on Classic Hits, Ireland, Some big name guests coming soon to the Presenter Weekly Newsletter mailchi.mp/f5f305e99fee/onaircoach-newsletter ,Radio Star Bootcamp Q & A for Radio Star entrants with special guest appearances from Radio Star 2020 finalists PLUS all the latest and all you need to know about Radio Star '21. At OnAirCoach we are celebrating 14 years of Presenter Training and have worked with and mentored over 3,100 clients.  Many have gone on to be extremely successful in their career. We hold online masterclasses and coach individually too. Nails Mahoney and Tracey Lee have over 50 years international media experience between them and worked for BBC, Today FM, RTE and spoken at Next Radio, TedX and ERS,  Paris. www.onaircoach.net

S2 #3- With Presenter Trainers of OnAirCoach ; Nails Mahoney & Tracey Lee.    It’s been a while….Nice to be back! It’s Nails Mahoney and Tracey Lee.  C’mon in and jump onboard the OnAirCoach!!  It’s nice to be important, but more important to be nice! What have you done for your fellow presenter lately? Little things mean a lot in radioland. Let’s make that work for you! You’re more than ‘just a Radio DJ’..find out why! How to sell the music, whilst selling your personality and your station to your listener. How to make your listener come back every time! Questions! Why they’re the ultimate key in your radio career. News on our ‘Presenter Weekly’ Newsletter AND The Return of RADIO STAR!! Sssssshhh some secrets too..but sssshhhhhh don’t tell a soul, ya here….  #UnitedDJs #radio #UkRadio #RadioAdvice #Radio Tips #radioStations #RadioPersonalities  #Podcast #Facebook #Twitter #InternationalRadioFestival #RadioShow #Valletta #Malta #Gozo #Xlendi #PresenterMasterclass #OnAirCoach #PowerOfSound #NailsMahoney #TraceyLee #RTEGold #radiojobs #communication #bonding #questions #boomerangeffect #talk #music #personality

S2 #2 - With Presenter Trainers of OnAirCoach ; Nails Mahoney & Tracey Lee. "Theatre Of The Mind"- Does it still exist? We chat with Brady C (Hot 98.3, Savannah, Georgia) and Jesse Reynolds (Jesse & Jenna Messy Podcast- Ottawa) Tips from Brady and Jesse on how to make your presentation work even better with social media. "Radio For Over 60s" ..What's out there? Not much actually, but we found a few including Angel Radio, UK, United DJs and Radio Format Expert, Curt Krafft who wants to make more radio for seniors. From The Archives- (From The Attic of Tracey Lee's Mum) -A recording of Kid Jensen on Radio Luxembourg, playing a request for her 1st Birthday in 1974. A recording of Tony Prince on Radio Luxembourg. United DJ's Launch with Mike Read. PRESENTATION TIPS- "Elements Per Link" - Listen to our Mini OnAirCoach Masterclass. Have you ever taken a leap into the unknown? What happens when you do and what's stopping you trying. November 1st- We will be speaking at the International Radio Festival, here in Valletta, Malta with Our "Power Of Sound" Presentation. Looking forward to seeing you there. www.onaircoach.net #AngelRadio #UnitedDJs #KidJensen #UkRadio #TonyPrince #BradyC #BradyCapra #JesseReynolds #JennaMo #Jesse&JennasMessyPodcast #Savannah #Georgia #Ottawa #Canada #RadioLuxembourg #CurtKrafft #UnitedDJs #MikeRead # #DeccaRecords #FrankRodgers #KerryRodgers #TheThreeBells #SueRodgers #HowTo #Radio #PresenterTraining #OffshoreRadio #RetroRadio #Oldies #ClassicHits #Radioforover60s #Podcast #Over60sRadio #Seniors #Over60s #Over60sDemo #Facebook #Twitter #Hot98.3 #InternationalRadioFestival #RadioShow #Valletta #Malta #Gozo #Xlendi #PresenterMasterclass #OnAirCoach #PowerOfSound #NailsMahoney #TraceyLee

S2 #1 - With Presenter Trainers of OnAirCoach ; Nails Mahoney & Tracey Lee. "Show Pre-Prep"- How it can make your presentation even better. It's worked for OnAirCoach clients and also for our special guest we interviewed ; Andy Preston (FM104, Dublin, Ireland). Andy is a household name and one of the longest running radio presenters in Ireland. "How To Piss Off A Radio Presenter"...It's our new book! , Mispronunciations of bands / artists names- Ever happened to you? Collaboration- How you can benefit from others in the same industry. An OnAirCoach mini masterclass - "How To Read Liners", Our winner of our competition; "Radio Star" and..."The Power Of Sound" - How you can make it work for your radio show, podcast or any presentation. www.onaircoach.net #AndyPreston #FM104 #Dublin #IrishRadio #TouchFM LiamClarke MarkOSullivan #AndyThompson #RadioStar #HowTo #Radio #PresenterTraining #Podcast #Fringe #Facebook #Twitter #ThePowerOfSound #Sound #RadioShow #NailsMahoney #TraceyLee

Nails & Tracey's chat aimed towards Audio Presenters- #8 - Our Big Announcement and How we are celebrating it. How Our Last Podcast Changed Someone's Life. Radio Station Uniforms. A Fascinating Experiment We Carried Out in Our Home. A Revolutionary Invention That Will Change The World and Has Radio Really Gone to The Dogs? #WorldCup2018 #InternationalRadioFestival #Sunset107FM #10Years #10YearsInBusiness #WoofsWoofs #PetRadio #Love #Uniforms #KaoticaEyeball #StephenDaly #TV3 #CliffRichard #Oldies #TopPodcasts #BrenRussell #PresenterTraining #Presenter #Training #Meditation #VisitMalta #VisitGozo #Voiceovers #BillHelman #WoofSpiritRadio #TopPodcast #Radio #Podcast #PresenterCoaching #PresenterTraining #NailsAndTracey #Coaching

Nails & Tracey's chat aimed towards Audio Presenters- #7 - Being A Presenter- Why It Is Essential To Have Support From Others, International Radio Festival Coming To Malta , Kids On Radio , Is Radio Killing Radio?, Top 3 Dad Podcasts, 10 Non Bullshit Ways To Be A Better Presenter & Find Out What Tracey's Big Problem is and How Nails Copes With It... #IRF #InternationalRadioFestival #CliveRoylance #SouthEastRadio #RxRadio #CapeTown #WKID967 #Florida #KimberleyPerez #KLAX979 #Top3Podcasts #Dads #LifeOfDad #TheDadPodcast #FirstTimeDads #LoriAnderson #VisitMalta #VisitGozo #IsleOfMTV #JasonDerulo #PalomaFaith #TopPodcast #Radio #Podcast #ERS #EuropeanRadioShow #PhilippeChapot #Presentercoaching #PresenterTraining #NailsAndTracey

Nails & Tracey's chat aimed towards Audio Presenters. #6: Is Facebook Making You Stupid?, Less and less live shows...Is The Live Presenter Becoming Extinct? and A Radio Station That puts You To Sleep! @onaircoach.net #sleepradio #johnwatson #collegehumor #theeconomist #onaircoach #presentercoaching #nailsandtracey

Nails & Tracey's chat aimed towards Audio Presenters- #5- How to handle changing from one format presentation to another, Social Media & Radio...How to make it work, We were guests on American Media Podcast; Bandwidth on Demand with hosts; David Martin & Kipper McGee, Will Radio exist in the future?, We asked Canadian Rock Legend, Jeff Woods 3 questions for BOOM TV...PLUS..."Radio Star"-How You could WIN your own radio show!

Nails & Tracey's chat aimed towards Audio Presenters. #4- When things don't go according to plan...Double Acts can fall on their arse too...Christian O' Connell moves to Melbourne...Are you happy on your radio show? PLUS - The Road to Happiness...and why everyone should have a station PD like Gord Eno from CJJR, Vancouver!

Nails & Tracey's weekly chat aimed towards Audio Presenters. #3 - Radio..It's just Fun, isn't it?, Radio Futurologist, James Cridland's article; "Lazy Radio" sparked off discussion, How to fill that.."Time" and Jack FM, Oxfordshire. If you've never been on radio, but would like to give it a go, Our new show; "Radio Star" is for you! We are searching for the Next Big Radio Star! One Winner! @onaircoach.net

Nails & Tracey's chat aimed towards Audio Presenters. #2 -Fired From your Radio Show - What do you do? Channel 4 104.4 in Dubai is bursting with Good Talent (JJ Thompson, Jacob & Nimi). Morning Show gals, Liz & Reilly (94.5 Mix FM, Oregon, USA) are put on the spot with 3 Questions for Boom TV. OnAirCoach chats to Mike Russell (Music Radio Creative) and..That Broadway Bill Link!! @onaircoach.net

#1-Nails & Tracey's podcast aimed towards Audio Presenters. This week- Funny women on radio discussion, Ash London Live (2DayFM, Australia), Liza Tarbuck (BBC Radio 2), Rebecca Mbonde (Jacaranda FM ), Social Media posting , Dr Daniel Siegel, BOOM TV 3 Questions with Broadway Bill Lee (CBSFM, New York) and Robin Banks (HI FM, Oman), 3 Radio Stations to listen to when you're in South Africa, Taking a leap into the unknown and all the info about their Online Masterclass starting Mid April. www.onaircoach.net