Smoke Radio

The University of Westminster is one of the most diverse student communities in the UK, and we’ve made it our mission at Smoke Radio to reflect that. This year’s been exceptional for the station; with a fresh vision, new vibrant brand on and off air, and more varied events than ever before. We believe Smoke Radio has really reached a new level this year as Westminster’s Student Sound. The main goals we set out to achieve in redeveloping Smoke Radio included: Making the station more vibrant, upbeat and student-focused. Launching new events to reach more students from multiple campuses. Creating a greater presence across the university and the capital. Improving online and social media platforms to make our content more student-based. To provide industry-standard training to members. To maintain and develop the technical side of the station. The membership this year has reached an all-time high. We welcomed over 150 new members to the station who created and produced more than 90 different shows. We wanted Smoke to reflect our diverse student body, and we were proud to welcome a wide array of programmes including grime, K-pop, musicals, upcoming artists and special speech shows. We held new events to create a larger presence around the university and capital, including live gigs, comedy nights, student parties, talks, and OBs. We managed to pull this all off despite a large decrease in our usual funding from the students’ union and university, which meant that fundraising was vital to maintain the running and high standards of the station. Our members are made up of students from a variety of courses. The team have become a real family this year, dedicated to improving and growing the station, and welcoming and training new members.

Felix from Gengahr joins Sofia Loporcaro on Bite of Sound to discuss the band’s sophomore album ‘Where Wildness Grows’, out now on Transgressive Records. Hear the full show on smokeradio.co.uk

For the SRA Chart, Matthew Smith talks to Alex Kapranos from the iconic Scottish band to talk about Always Ascending and why he's avoiding reading reviews

Chloe Little from Inheaven chats to Mark Hoskin about a big 2017, touring in America and when to expect album number 2.

Mark Hoskin chats to The Sherlocks about the release of their debut album, northern crowds, and their latest single, Chasing Shadows.

Stereo Honey join Sofia Loporcaro in the studio for Bite of Sound to discuss their new EP, Monuments, and how they emerged from punk-cabaret

Ellie Rankin sits down with Bad Sounds ahead of their show at London's Scala

Sofia Loporcaro chats with Chloe and Hannah from The Van Ts about Dundee, the new single Bittersweet, and Buckfast.

Claire Lynch sits down with Tom Grennan ahead of his huge show at London's KOKO

Mark Hoskin sits down with Irish rock band Fangclub to talk about their debut album, signing to a major label and how they found a South American following

Ahead of their sold out London show, Matthew Smith sits down with indie pop band Banfi

What is a Heartbreak Diet? Sofia Loporcaro sits down with guys behind the fresh sound of Salen to discuss the new single, and what's to come in the future.

Kate Nash has returned! Ellie Rankin had a chat with her to discuss all things new, old, and the future.

Who knew a love of films could lead to great songwriting? Sofia Loporcaro and Flyte's Will Taylor chat movies and the storytelling in the band's upcoming debut album.

Smoke Radio have teamed up with The Offside Rule Podcast to bring you exclusive interviews from the England Women's squad! The squad for Euro 2017 has been announced, and there's some players conspicuous by their absence. We look at new inclusions, big exclusions, and grab a chat with England stars Laura Bassett, Jodie Taylor and Izzy Christiansen. With Special thanks to everyone at The Offside Rule Podcast and Rebecca Adams. If you want to learn more about the podcast, there's loads of great content to discover at www.offsiderulepodcast.com - you can pop over to Twitter @offsiderulepod and Like our Facebook page.

Having recently released his brand new album, midnight, Lewis Watson hit the road and touched down in London town's The Tabernacle. His first EP came way back in 2012, and shot straight to the top of the iTunes singer-songwriter charts. Pulama Kaufman sat down with him prior to his gig in March.

Natalie Malcolm chatted to April Keen as she travelled the country on her Coffee House Sessions tour.

Lucy speaks to the LGBT+ unit of the Liberal Democrats about LGBT+ policy and why sex education is important.

Lucy speaks to Attitude Magazine's editor Cliff Joannou about his experience on the Sex + Relationships Education panel at National Student Pride 2017.

Lucy speaks to a Soho based Sexual Health Clinic about their 60 second sexual health tests at National Student Pride 2017.

Lucy speaks to the Army and the RAF about diversity within the UK's military at National Student Pride 2017.

Lucy speaks to the charity Just Like Us about their involvement with National Student Pride 2017 and what they are doing to support young people within the LGBT+ community.

Sofia speaks to Adidas about LGBT representation within sport and their new rainbow lace initiative in partnership with Stonewall.

Lucy speaks to platinum sponsor EY at National Student Pride 2017.

Brands within the careers fair at National Student Pride 2017 speak to Sofia about why they think its important to be at pride.

Sofia hears from some of the smaller brands within the careers fair at National Student Pride 2017.

Head of Sport Lucy Lavery caught up with boxing captain for the Dragons Alex Zendra, catching up after returning from fighting in Miami! Alex gives the low down on what it's like meet the one and only David Haye aswell as all the latest on the upcoming Boxing event being held at Westminster's very own Harrow Campus. #DavidHaye #Boxing #England #Pecs #Sport #SmokeRadio #Miami #EnglandTeam #BUCs #Dragons

The fifth episode from Smoke Radio, in the build up to Student Pride 2017. We spoke to Bethany Glover who is Head of Social Media for the Student Pride committee and also Matthew Todd, former editor of Attitude magazine.

The fourth episode from Smoke Radio, in the build up to Student Pride 2017. We spoke to Charlie Mathers from the Student Pride committee and students from the University of Westminster about their own experience of bi-erasure.

The third episode from Smoke Radio, in the build up to Student Pride 2017. We spoke to Kieran Stanbridge the CEO and Co-Founder of the #BeingMe Campaign and what intersectionality is to him. #StudentPride #Creative

The second episode from Smoke Radio, in the build up to Student Pride 2017. We spoke to students who are concerned about the state that sex education in the UK is and how it should be LGBT inclusive. We also spoke to Alex Phillps (Policy Leader) from the Terrence Higgins Trust on their resent campaign

The first episode from Smoke Radio, in the build up to Student Pride 2017. We talk to Mia from the band Goodbye Brighton #studentpride #creative

Smoke Radio caught up with Kelly at the annual SRA training day at Westminster's Cavendish Campus. Kelly gives her take on women in the industry, the struggles she underwent getting to where she is now and why radio presenting has become a real passion.

Fresh from endless touring around the country, Slaves sit down with Smoke's Clare Overy to chat about life as one of the UK's most iconic duo's.

Last year, New Zealand's own The Eversons released their debut album., Stuck In New Zealand. They've moved to a UK to give their music career a kick, so we sent Bella to go and have a chat with them to find out just what the UK has to offer.

Work Experience Fay follows Fay Cross as she goes around London and tries out different jobs. In our first episode, she goes and finds out what it means to be a Student Ambassador at The Royal Opera House. Catch Fay @ 5, on Saturday's from 5 to 6pm.

He's just been announced as a contender for the BBC's Sound of 2017, released his EP and toured with Chase & Status. Things aren't looking bad for Tom Grennan. Clare Overy gave him a ring to find out more about an insane 12 months.

It's been an emotional two days, but thanks to everyone from Smoke Radio who helped to pull this off. Listen in to hear everyone chat about what it's been like for them, and also the live on air final countdown (Accompanied by a confetti canon).

As part of Stephen's miniseries How Far Can You Get?, Clare had to get 6 people in the library to dab with her.

A 5pm update from Smoke Radio members who're taking part in the 36 hour long broadcast of the #UWSUJailbreak. They chat about the important behind the scenes details: like what people have been getting up to in the back, food situations and what we think about beanbags.

A 2am update from two of the producers working on the UWSU 2016 Jailbreak. They chat about the important behind the scenes details: like what've people been getting up to behind the scenes and where people are napping.

We went around and asked people where their favourite place in the world is. Played during Fay @ 5's show, as part of their 36 hour marathon coverage of the #UWSUJailbreak (November 19th).

Heurelho Gomes; a Watford's goalkeeper and former Tottenham player; talks to Étienne Fermie and Damian Burchardt from the QH about rejuvenating his career after falling out with Spurs; through loan spells at Hoffenheim and now playing for the Hornets with who he historically beat Manchester United for the first time in 30 years. Gomes also discusses the upcoming end of his career and gives thoughts on what he sees for the future.

Natalie Malcolm chats to folk hero Beans on Toast about the roots of his music and plans for the future.

Apothek have been spending a few years making their debut album. Natalie Malcolm gave Morten a ring to find out how the album came about, and how they're making a name for themselves in the UK.

In the first podcast of Westminster’s latest football chat show, Talking Balls, the team: Callum, Rory, Stephen and Ollie discuss a range this week’s biggest football stories. The boys tackle issues surrounding getting fans involved on match-day, preview the week's Champions League matches as well as the weekends Premier League and Championship fixtures. They also get stuck into one of the biggest derbies of the season, Birmingham City vs Aston Villa as two of the team will be there at Sunday’s game. They wrap the show by teasing a few features for the coming episodes, so be sure to check back and join us every week.

Leo Stannard is quickly making a name for himself in the music world. As he hit Oslo for his headline tour, Sofia Loporcaro headed down to Hackney for a chat.

Georgie recently toured with Jake Bugg, and we had to have a chat when she touched down in London. Mark Hoskin headed down to O2 Academy Brixton to talk to the rising star.

We sent Joe Pilbrow down to Oslo to catch up with Smoke Radio favourite, Louis Berry before his gig.

Catch up with all the action from the University of Westminster's sports teams. This episode features basketball and football commentary with exclusive interviews from the boxing captain Alex Zendra as well as a chat with the SU President Freya Thompson.