Times Radio is kicking off 2025 with a refreshed presenter line-up, headlined by journalist and broadcaster Kate McCann. Starting Monday 3rd February, McCann will co-host the Times Radio Breakfast Show with Stig Abell from Monday to Thursday. Her move marks an exciting change for the station and highlights its commitment to delivering sharp, insightful, and engaging content.
Kate McCann’s Journey to Breakfast Radio
Kate McCann’s new role comes after an impressive career in political journalism. Since joining Times Radio as political editor in 2023, she has become a trusted voice for breaking political stories. Before that, McCann held high-profile positions, including:
- Political Editor at TalkTV (2022–2023).
- Political Correspondent at Sky News (2018–2022).
- Senior Political Correspondent at The Daily Telegraph (2015–2018).
Speaking about her new role, McCann said:
“There are very few things that could get me out of bed at 3am every morning, but the opportunity to present Times Radio Breakfast is top of that list.”
With her extensive political knowledge, a knack for incisive analysis, and her signature “northern warmth,” McCann is set to bring fresh energy to the breakfast show as she and Abell dive into the day’s biggest stories, politics, and cultural trends.
What This Means for Times Radio
McCann’s move to the breakfast slot coincides with other exciting updates at Times Radio:
- Geoff Norcott, comedian and writer, is joining the Friday evening line-up with a new show that blends big stories with lighter cultural topics like music, TV, and sport.
- Ed Vaizey, former Conservative MP, will host a permanent Friday morning show delivering sharp political insight.
- Andrew Neil will return to present Times at One for one week every month in 2025, with a rotating roster of presenters including Sir Trevor Phillips and Lara Spirit filling in on other weeks.
- Rod Liddle has been announced as the new host of Times Radio’s Saturday morning show.
Times Radio’s Programme Director, Tim Levell, praised McCann’s impact as political editor:
“Kate McCann has been exceptional… Her interviews have made some of the biggest headlines of 2024. Kate is the perfect choice to make Times Radio Breakfast agenda-setting and must-listen.”
Why This Matters for Listeners and PR Professionals
Times Radio’s updated line-up reflects its mission to be “the voice of The Times,” offering diverse perspectives, intelligent debate, and expert analysis. For PR professionals, this provides fresh opportunities to engage with new voices and align with programmes that resonate with a broad audience.
McCann’s expertise in political journalism makes her show a prime target for political and current affairs pitches, while Norcott’s lighter approach creates space for lifestyle and cultural PR campaigns.
With Kate McCann joining the Times Radio Breakfast Show and a host of exciting new programmes, Times Radio continues to solidify its position as a leading destination for intelligent and insightful broadcasting.
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