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How HCR Has Changed Lives

James Wooding

Name: James Wooding Time as a presenter: 4 years Hobbies/interests: Radio Presenting, Drama, Acting, Singing, Music What sparked your interest in community radio? I have always had an interest in Music. My interest was increased following a discussion with Community Bridge builders. How did you feel about speaking on the …

Angelita Woosnam

I love the fact that HCR gives me the opportunity to talk to people about the work I do, to give health and wellbeing tips and information, and to invite other therapists and practitioners on to my show to talk about what they do. It’s all about spreading information I …

Michael Hughes

The radio station has given me so much more confidence, I was very quiet and knew few people before I was introduced to the station. I have met lots of new friends. I feel it gives me something to look forward to each week and I get so much of …

Laura Griffiths

Being at HCR had a wonderfully positive impact on my life. Without a doubt, having the experience on my CV helped me to get into my chosen career path as a journalist and gave me the confidence to pursue new things in my job such as podcasting and presenting. I …

Cal McLean

I started at HCR as a presenter, but found that I rather more enjoyed the technical aspect of the station, which encouraged me to pursue a technical career! I’ve since returned to the station as the Station Engineer, and I love trying to make the facilities at HCR the best …

Helen Wakefield

At the time I was trying to get as much radio experience as possible to get into the industry. Halton FM (as it was called back then!!) provided me with my first experience of doing a live daily radio show, driving my own desk by myself. This experience was invaluable. …

Matthew Roberts

Presenting on HCR had a huge impact on my life. My confidence and communication skills improved greatly. I couldn’t believe I’d found something that my peers thought I was good at. It gave me something to talk about on my university applications and the confidence to move away from home. …