33. Iain Lee

The Last Line

In this episode of The Last Line, James talks to broadcaster, writer and television presenter Iain Lee. During their conversation they discuss Iain's new online radio station Radio Anywhere that launches on 15th November 2021. They discuss Iain's time at talkRADIO and the direction the station has gone in since his departure, his relationship with his audience, his dismay at the current state of radio and much more.

Iain rose to prominence as the co-host of the satirical comedy show The 11 O'Clock Show on Channel 4 and co-hosted the live breakfast show RI:SE. Iain is a much-loved radio broadcaster having presented shows on LBC, BBC Three Counties Radio, Absolute and talkRADIO. During his time at talkRADIO hosting The Late Night Alternative, he won the ARIAS Moment of the Year 2020 Award when he successfully directed the emergency services to a caller who had taken an overdose in attempt to take their own life. In July 2020, Iain signed with the online streaming platform Twitch, alongside his co-presenter Katherine Boyle to continue to host The Late Night Alternative.

Radio Anywhere: https://radioanywhere.live

Iain's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iainandkatherine

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