Welcome to my blog! Everyone has a blog these days, so why shouldn’t I! As you may know, I was in broadcasting for many years, this blog is just an extension of that. I share my thoughts on whatever subject attracts my attention. Comments are welcome!
The Dave Porter Blog
Friday 25th April 2025
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Devastated doesn’t begin to cover it.
We have said for a long time now, that when Nick goes to University and leaves home we would probably sell our home and downsize a little. That time has come, in fact Nick is in his second year at Leeds College of Music already. So we came home to the UK from Spain...
All change
Thirty four years ago, in response to an ad in the broadcast press, I sent a demo tape to Metro Radio. I was invited for an interview, so headed for Swalwell, Newcastle upon Tyne. The interview was conducted by Mic Johnson and the late John Coulson, after which I was...
TV Licensing, it IS criminal.
The BBC News website is reporting that the government are thinking of changing the rules about TV licences. Not paying the TV licence fee could become a civil offence, rather than a criminal one, under plans being considered by ministers. This is good, you are hardly...