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Bristol Breakfast Show Wins Top Radio Award
22 May
Summary
- Joe Sims' Proper Bristol Breakfast earned a gold award.
- The show won in the competitive Speech Breakfast Show category.
- Actor Joe Sims became the lead presenter in 2023.
BBC Radio Bristol's "Proper Bristol Breakfast" show, led by actor Joe Sims, has received national recognition, winning a gold award at the Audio and Radio Industry Awards (ARIAS). The program secured the top prize in the highly competitive Speech Breakfast Show category.
Sims, known for his roles in "Broadchurch" and "Doctor Who," became the show's presenter in 2023. He expressed gratitude to the listeners, describing the show as a "big beautiful digital breakfast table" where diverse opinions are welcomed. He stressed the importance of "disagreeing agreeably" and fostering conversation with nuance.
The show's producer, Nicki Ledgard, celebrated the win as a fantastic achievement for the entire team and the city of Bristol. The program has recently focused on "Wake Up Call" segments addressing health issues, which Sims noted have had a significant impact, even saving lives. BBC Radio Ulster and BBC Radio Oxford received silver and bronze in the same category.
