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Able People

This is Able People, the people who define able radio. There are many roles at able radio including; presenters, engineers, researchers and coordinators, who all work together to provide a voice for all. 

Adam

Adam Lewis


Since joining Able Radio, Adam Lewis has added his unique blend of entertainment and conversation as he fronts the popular Breakfast Show between 7am and 9am daily.

Chris Oswin


Chris presents from his home in Liverpool. He has Cerebral Palsy but continues to live life to the full, filling it with activities that he enjoys such as presenting Into the 80s where he delves into the musical archives to play some of his favourite songs from the decade. He has become an invaluable member of the Able team.
David

David "John" Marshall


John is from South Wales, he joined Able Radio after realising that he has the perfect face for the radio. He is a huge rugby fan, and has an undeniable love of music. You will often see him with his guide dog wilkie, who he describes as his better half. His strong welsh accent makes for very easy and amusing listening. You can catch John on The Chart Clash as well as Able Today.

Dave

Dave White


Dave is currently studying English at University. Dave volunteers his spare time in the studios and also delivers training for participants with learning difficulties.
Flick

Felicity Johns


Flick uses her degree in performing arts to produce a wide range of voices for Able Radio. Flick has a diverse range of vocal styles and works as a professional voice over artist and actress. She is the voice behind a number of info carts and jingles which can be heard daily on Able Radio. She has Crohns disease but continues to work un-phased by any obstacle that comes her way.
George

George Johnson

Born with Cerebral Palsy, George has been campaigning for disability rights for over 25 years and has used his knowledge to boost Able Radio's profile. George has supported Able Radio since the beginning and currently presents "Able Life". This show highlights current disability based issues with regular contributor Sarah Ismail every Wednesday at 8pm.

Heather

Heather Louise

Heather is studying Music Production and Technology and has presented the weekly Able Bassline show which showcased some of the talent from the Dubstep genre as well as drum and bass. Her passion for radio also takes her into other roles at Able Radio.
Ian

Ian Williams


Ian first appeared as a studio guest but quickly moved on to become well known voice of Able Radio. Ian now hosts his 'baby' Able Rocks every Friday and Saturday night at 7pm. He also covers other daytime shows. Ian is now employed as the Programme Co-Ordinator at Able Radio. Ian's motto is "Life is for living, I have MS but MS doesn't have me".
James

James Smith


James began his Able Radio journey as a researcher for a number of shows. As his confidence grew so did his presence at the Able Radio studios. He now researches and presents a number of shows during the week. His talents don't stop there; James also operates the studio himself when presenting and also helps other presenters in the studio.
Kate

Kate Wilson

Kate is known as the 'live wire' of Able Radio and performs with energetic enthusiasm on the Morning Show and co-presents with Ian on Able Today. When she is not researching strange news or playing 'classic goldies', Kate enjoys helping behind the scenes and in her spare time does indoor rock climbing.
Kerry

Kerry Lang


Kerry is a young disabled lady who is full of zest and passion. She brings her wit and lively personality to Able Radio on a frequent basis. Having previously presented Able Attitude and fronted the old Into the 90's show, Kerry feels her confidence has really improved. She is now looking into the possibility of receiving her driving license.
Bunny

Kerry Warren


Kerry, also known as DJ Kez, is an enthusiastic and bubbly member of the Able Radio team who puts his energy into everything he does. Previously producing the weekly Able Bassline show alongside Heather and also on Able Attitude alongside Lynda. Kerry is also talented in the studio and has provided technical support to a number of other presenters, in particular those who have visual impairments. Kerry is currently away from Able working, Kerry we eagerly wait for your return.
Lucy

Lucy Birley


Lucy can only be described as a Yummy Brummy, she is originally from Bromsgrove in the West Midlands. She is a self-confessed shopaholic but when she is not shopping however you'll often see her with her headphones in grooving along to the latest beats. Catch Lucy on the Chart Clash at 7pm onThursday or during the mid-morning show Able Today.
Malcolm

Malcom John


Malcolm has enjoyed a lengthy career in media. He has worked for local and national radio stations as well as in television production. Malcolm has been a part of Able Radio since the beginning. His focus and passion is providing a voice and, where possible, media experience for those living with a limiting condition due to the complications he has faced in life being a type 1 diabetic.
Mark

Mark Greenwood


Mark has experience working on hospital and commercial radio as well as for the BBC. In 2001, Mark had to drop his career when urgent surgery to remove a spinal cyst left him dependant on a wheelchair. Mark has a diploma in media and as his friends say, he can "do radio sat down". Mark is a Director for Able Radio and is passionate about the station's success.
Matt

Matt Bustin


Matt joined Able as a volunteer after his degree. Within a short period he became a member of staff working across all areas of operation. Beyond overseeing day to day technical operations Matt delivers training and is active within Digital media.

Matthew Mainwaring

Matthew is a regular voice on Able Radio providing an entertaining mix of music and chat. A scfi fanatic he can frequently be seen at shows in a variety of costumes.
Michael

Michael McEwan


Mike is based in Scotland and is an experience radio presenter, having worked for community and online radio stations for over thirteen years. Mike, who is himself disabled, offers a voice on behalf of the Scottish Consortium for Learning Disabilities and promotes Able Radio to the Scottish community. He is passionate and enjoys "giving a voice to disabled people". Mike's other passion is discovering and promoting unsigned bands.

Richard Willis

Richard presents a weekly look at the 90s, a decade as he describes as “his era”. Not only the big hits of the 90s are featured but also more obscure tracks and news items.

Rob

Rob Symons


Rob is Able Radio's General Manager. He has been with the station since the beginning and is passionate about seeing the project succeed. He is responsible for bringing in new opportunities for Able Radio and offering them to the disabled community.
Rosie

Rosaleen Moriarty-Simmonds


Rosie is a family woman who is Thalidomide impaired. In 1995 she formed the RMS Disability Issues Consultancy where she offers advice on disability issues. She has been involved in numerous disability organisations promoting equality issues. In 2007, Rosie published her autobiography entitled 'Four Fingers and Thirteen Toes' talking about the obstacles she has faced. Rosie can be heard on Able Radio on the Evening show.

Emperor Rosko


Rosko is a well-known radio fixture with over 30 years' experience in the industry. He was in the original line-up when Radio 1 launched in 1976 and has worked steadily since although taking a step back when he became a carer for his father who had Parkinson's disease. He took part in the New Years Eve special of Able Soul Train and is a big supporter of Able Radio.
Tanith

Tanith Booth


Tanith has a degree in English Literature and is studying journalism. Tanith has been involved with Able Radio since the beginning and has presented, researched and operated the technical equipment. She is now the Marketing Development and Senior Training Officer who spends most of the week teaching groups of adults with learning disabilities. Her other roles include writing the Able newsletter, covering press stories and producing a daily news bulletin.

Tamsin Short

Tamsin has been with Able Radio over the past few years, taking time away when her medical condition stops her from broadcasting. A regular voice on Attitude, Tamsin is always keen to hear from young people who may also wish to get involved in the edgy youth based programme.
Tony

Tony Wilding


Tony has been heavily involved with Able Radio since the early days. Based in Rugby, he is an experience presenter, facilitator and engineer who shares the Able ethos by having active involvement within the disabled community. He has connections across the radio industry and offers advice, input and support to Able Radio on a regular basis. He is an invaluable member of the Able team.

Emma Nouriel

Emma's a London girl who has spent the last 4 years studying Radio Production and Media Business at Birmingham City University. With her passion for new music and radio she thought she'd combine the 2 to bring us Alpha Sessions, a show focusing on brand new music. In her spare time she enjoys going to gigs, hospital radio and is a big foodie at heart.
Toxic

Toxic Bob


Some say he is Satan's love-child, whilst others claim that he's the offspring of the Creature from the Black Lagoon and a mouldy potato. He is the Emperor of rock and metal music on Able Radio. Nobody knows where he comes from, all that we know is that he is called Toxic Bob.


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