Sam Matterface

Episode 7 of the Behind the Microphone podcast, hosted by Hamish Percy, titled "Sam Matterface" was published on June 14, 2023 and runs 25 minutes.

June 14, 2023 ·25m · Behind the Microphone

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Summary

ITV and talkSPORT commentator Sam Matterface joins the podcast this week to discuss his career journey so far and to share some brilliant tips for aspiring sports broadcasters. Sam details his journey from hospital radio, through to presenting at Sky Sports News, to then working for ITV and talkSPORT commentating. In this episode Sam also discusses the changing landscape for young aspiring sports broadcasters attempting to get into the industry now, giving his wisdom and advice on how to succeed in the early years. Timecodes:- 1:00 - 4:00 - Sam’s initial break into broadcasting. 4:00 - 9:00 - Local radio beginnings. 9:00 - 12:30 - Lessons learnt and experience gained at 107.4 The Quay. 12:30 - 14:30 - Opportunity through commercial radio routes now or lack of… 14:30 - 17:00 - The new and different ways to break through and gain experience… 17:00 - 20:30 - Sky Sports News experience. 20:30 - 22:45 - What Sam is currently doing now, commentating and presenting on TV and Radio and whether he thought he would be where he is today. 22:45 - 25:00 - Sam’s top tips for all aspiring sports broadcasters.

Episode Description

ITV and talkSPORT commentator Sam Matterface joins the podcast this week to discuss his career journey so far and to share some brilliant tips for aspiring sports broadcasters.

Sam details his journey from hospital radio, through to presenting at Sky Sports News, to then working for ITV and talkSPORT commentating. In this episode Sam also discusses the changing landscape for young aspiring sports broadcasters attempting to get into the industry now, giving his wisdom and advice on how to succeed in the early years.

Timecodes:-

1:00 - 4:00 - Sam’s initial break into broadcasting.
4:00 - 9:00 - Local radio beginnings.
9:00 - 12:30 - Lessons learnt and experience gained at 107.4 The Quay.
12:30 - 14:30 - Opportunity through commercial radio routes now or lack of…
14:30 - 17:00 - The new and different ways to break through and gain experience…
17:00 - 20:30 - Sky Sports News experience.
20:30 - 22:45 - What Sam is currently doing now, commentating and presenting on TV and Radio and whether he thought he would be where he is today.
22:45 - 25:00 - Sam’s top tips for all aspiring sports broadcasters.