Martin O'Boyle

A BIT ABOUT ME..

Hi, my name's Martin, I'm 18 years old.and I'm a Scouser.

I joined Bailrigg FM at Fresher's Fair, unaware of the perils that lay before me. Now, I've got my own show and I'm producing local sports reports for the News Show, under the guidance of the inimitable Head of Sport, Paul Turner, who incidentally is beginning to refer to me as 'Mr. BBC.' (actually we call him Everton Man, but don't tell him that - Ed.) I don't know whether the new nickname will catch on or not (...as the case may be!). Nowadays, when I'm not rehearsing for the Theatre Group's production of 'A Christmas Carol', taking as many packs of free Throaties as I can carry from the 'Trading Post', or (God forbid, working) I can usually be found in the studios. Why? To find out how I get one of those lovely black 'BFM' T-shirts, of course!

My quest continues..

ABOUT MY SHOW...

After successfully passing my 'audition' during Radio Virgins Week, (thanks very much Karl Grewar) I had hoped to be locked in a studio with the enchanting Nicola Jones for two hours; but alas, due to timetabling and the fact that Bailrigg FM didn't want to have their most exquisite presenter harassed, it was decided that we should broadcast separately, leaving me safe from the attacks from the wacky Welshwoman.

I present the 'Breakfast' show on a Wednesday (between 12 midday and 2pm).well that's early enough for me! So all of you non-sporty types can slob out with a nice cup of whatever (or 'hair of the dog') and listen to a mix of good tunes (including today's best music and, of course, the obligatory 'Beatles' track) and a mix of not too good tunes (.namely the stuff that people have asked me or the stuff I've been forced to play!)

Yes, I'm a Scouser.and no, I don't steal hub caps. I only 'borrow' them. (that's what they all say - Ed.)

LINKS

BBC RADIO MERSEYSIDE

Before I came to Lancaster, I spent three months working in my beloved home town of Liverpool working at BBC Radio Merseyside (amongst other things) as a reporter. Although the webpage is an embarrassment to the place, it still helps me re-live fond memories...'I gave them the best months of my life.'

SPEKE FROM THE HARBOUR

Ah, my beloved magazine! Those who know me, know that I love Everton Football Club (well, somebody has to!) This link will take you to the homepage of the magazine which I write for.well I'm sub-Editor, actually! As well as writing articles, I've also helped to transform the look of the fanzine in the last year. It's a lot of hard work.but I've really enjoyed it.