The award-winning broadcaster will present a new show 10am-2pm every weekday.
Hailed as ‘radio royalty’ in the West Midlands, Ed James is getting ready to front a brand new mid-morning show on BBC Radio WM from Tuesday 22nd April.
With his trademark humour and undoubtable love the place he calls home, his programme will celebrate the very best people and stories from across Birmingham and the Black Country.
Ed started his broadcasting career on BBC local radio in York and for the last two decades he has been a top listener favourite on Heart West Midlands. Now he says returning to the BBC feels like coming home…
Ed says: “Joining BBC Radio WM feels like coming home to the heart of something truly special. The West Midlands is like no other place – it’s the people who make it extraordinary. Their stories, passions, and that unbeatable sense of humour bring this region to life. There’s a unique energy here, a vibrancy that sets the Midlands apart, and we’re putting it front and centre. Our new show will be a celebration of everything that makes Birmingham and the Black Country incredible – from the big issues that matter to you, to showcasing local achievements and welcoming the stars who stop by. This is more than just a radio show – it’s about connecting, celebrating, and championing the very best of our region. Together, we’ll tell the stories that truly matter and shine a light on what makes the West Midlands unbeatable.”
Chris Pegg, Executive Editor for BBC Radio WM says: “Ed is a great broadcaster, who has fantastic connection with Birmingham and the Black Country. I worked with him 20 years ago and I’m looking forward to working with him again. His passion for the area, humour and warmth with people is the perfect fit.”
Kath Stanczyszyn who currently hosts the slot will return to her role as a Political reporter for BBC Local and national news.
Listen to BBC Radio WM, celebrating the stories and people across Birmingham and the Black Country, on 95.6 FM and BBC Sounds.
