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Varsity 2015

Posted in News by Kieran Lewis on April 23, 2015

Yesterday, Cardiff took on Swansea for the 18th annual Welsh Varsity event. Xpress was there every step of the way, covering the sporting action from our hub in Swansea.

We brought you live updates and commentary of a number of sports – from canoe polo to ultimate – all thanks to our dedicated team of reporters across the city (and some further away than that). There were live updates via our app and Twitter, and commentary of the main football fixtures was provided on pop-up station Xpress Sports Xtra.

The Xpress Street Team was also out and about in the sunshine accompanied by newly named mascot Delyth; raising awareness for Stonewall Cymru with rainbow laces.

We also managed to get some cracking photos of Cardiff and Swansea students tirelessly supporting their teams. Face paint was all over the place.

Some people couldn’t contain their excitement – like former Team Cardiff Coach Martyn Fowler, who couldn’t resist a quick dance.

As usual, Xpress gave you live commentary of the incredible mens rugby match from the Liberty Stadium in Swansea, which saw Team Cardiff secure victory, with a final score of 27-22.

Cardiff also held onto the Varsity shield with a decisive 24-13 win. Full results can be found on Gair Rhydd’s website. Highlights will be available soon.

‘When We Are Alone: The Shadow in the Mirror’

Posted in Podcasts by Kieran Lewis on March 16, 2015

Horror meets drama in exclusive new Xpress production.

When We Are Alone: The Shadow in the Mirror, is a horror/drama which explores the concept of the soul, and what it would mean to lose it. We join Trevor, a cut throat city trader as he takes his final steps along a path which will leads to personal tragedy.

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The Best of Xpress: 26th January – 4th February 2015

Posted in Podcasts by Kieran Lewis on February 11, 2015

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Featuring a tribute to a folk artist, lard and attempts to learn Welsh.

Highlights from:
The Price and Hardy Show; Sweet Dreams Folks; HELLois; Uncharted; Live With Lizzie; Meet The Folkers; M&S Indie Club; Xpress Breakfast with Greg and James; Educating Elle

Cardiff Student Media Awards 2013

Posted in Uncategorised by Hannah Cook on April 29, 2013

Cardiff Student Media members descended on Hilton Hotel Cardiff for one of the most special nights on the calendar. Every year members submit entries of their hard work which industry professional judges critique, and from the entries select nominees and a winner. Awards are presented at the special ceremony after champagne and a 3 course dinner. This years awards were hosted by C4 presenter Rick Edwards and Silver Olympic Medalist Iwan Thomas.

Here is a complete list of Xpress Radio award winners and nominees:

Best Male Presenter: Chris Browning┬á(The Cardiff Gazette, Mondays 1-2pm)

Other nominees: Ed Lecorgne, Sam Lloyd

Best Female Presenter: Jo Southerd┬á(Cardiff Unplugged, Wednesdays 7-8pm / Clare and Jo, Tuesdays 11-12pm)

Other nominees: Lucy Barclay, Phil Hamill

Best Producer: Pete Robertson┬á(The Cardiff Gazette, Mondays 1-2pm / Road to Varsity, Tuesdays 12-1pm)

Other nominees: Thomas Hercouet, Sara Caputo

Best Entertainment Show: Ed’s Music Jihad┬á(Ed Lecorgne, Jo Southerd (producer) / Wednesdays 6-8pm)

Other nominees: David Deacon’s Sunday Service, Lloyd and Jones

Best Speech Show: The Cardiff Gazette┬á(Chris Browning, Lucy Barclay, Pete Robertson (producer) Mondays 1-2pm)

Other nominees: The Detective, Breakfast Newsli

Best Specialist Music Show: Tafrojack┬á(Jack Hoare, Pri Balachandran (producer) Tafrojack 9-11pm Thursdays)

Other nominees: Cardiff Unplugged, Folk Roots

Best Interview: Hannah Davies with Jake Bugg┬á(Hann and Sophie, Fridays 10-12am)

Other nominees: Ed and Josh with Jim Lockey and the Solemn Sun, The Cardiff Gazette with the dangers of pre-drinking

Best Newcomer: Pri Balachandran┬á(Pri At 3, Fridays 3-5pm)

Other nominees: Tom Coxon, Michael O’Connel Davidson

Most Dedicated Member, as voted for by Xpress Radio members: Ed Lecorgne

The Station Manager and Deputy Station Manager for academic year 2013/14 were also introduced. Following an election, Matthew Jones and Sam Lloyd will be the managers.

Welsh Varsity Cricket 2013

Posted in News by Ed Lecorgne on April 21, 2013

Welcome to Sunday of our Varsity weekend after Cardiff thrashed Swansea 4-0 in the Boat Race yesterday! We’re down at the Cricket today, hoping for the same winning score by the end. Like yesterday, were updating our twitter with scores, breaking news and photos, so check us out at @xpressradio – and remember to tune in on wednesday for our commentary on the match!

Xpress commentator Pete Robertson chatting to Cardiff Captain Tom Williams pre-game.

Xpress Radio at Varsity Rowing!

Posted in News by Ed Lecorgne on April 20, 2013

We’re covering the Varsity Rowing today, so if you can’t get down to the river, make sure you check out our twitter, @xpressradio for live updates! We’ll have commentary audio and pre and post row interviews with both player and coaches for you┬áduring our full day coverage of┬áVarsity this Wednesday, so make sure you are listening then to find out┬áexactly what happened!

Uni Halls Broadcast!

Posted in Uncategorised by Hannah Cook on September 20, 2012

So many CD’s

Xpress Radio will be doing an Outside Broadcast from Uni Halls TOMORROW! We’re giving away a load of prizes including these new albums, courtesy of our friends at Beggars Group, as well as playing loads of games and competitions. It’s also a chance for you to sign up to Xpress if you are interested in becoming a radio DJ. We’ll be there from 3pm – See you there!