Radio LaB graduates in the running for national radio awards

Tue 18 October, 2016
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Two graduates from the 亚色视频鈥檚 community radio station Radio LaB have been shortlisted for this year鈥檚 Student Radio Awards.

Media Production graduate Luke Gregory has been nominated for the Best Male category, while Media Performance graduate Kyle Bennett is in the running for the Best Interview prize.

鈥淲hen I was told that I had been nominated, I couldn't believe it. I cheered and ran downstairs to tell my parents. I have had so many messages from people congratulating me and I鈥檓 just so happy to be nominated,鈥 said Luke, who is now a presenter on in Kent.

鈥淚鈥檓 really excited for the awards ceremony now, knowing that I can turn up and just enjoy the night. I also have a 50/50 chance of winning so who knows!鈥

"To be in with a chance of winning a national award is absolutely crazy and I still can't believe it,鈥 said Kyle, who was shortlisted as a result of his interview with a detective constable from the London Metropolitan Police about the relationship between young black people and the police in London.

鈥淲hen I recorded this interview for my special project, I never thought it would lead to this. Whether I win or not, the fact that I鈥檝e been shortlisted is a major achievement for both myself and the University. I want to thank everyone who has helped push and support me throughout my education.鈥

During their time studying at Bedfordshire, both graduates presented shows on Radio LaB which broadcasts throughout Luton and Bedfordshire from the University鈥檚 Luton campus.

Radio LaB Coordinator Terry Lee said: 鈥淗aving two nominations for the Student Radio Awards this year is unprecedented for Radio LaB. It shows great progress and is a real achievement. Kyle and Luke deserve this recognition in response to their drive and talent as broadcasters.

鈥淩adio LaB offers a platform for students to improve and show off their skills 鈥 national acknowledgement is icing on the cake.鈥

Luke and Kyle will find out if they have won at an awards ceremony in London on Thursday 10th November.

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