Tailenders - Rage to Riches
1922: The BBC was formed;
1936: The BBC launches TV service from Alexandra Palace;
1967: Radio 1 hits the airwaves;
1979: The BBC starts 24 hour Radio broadcasts;
1983: BBC Breakfast TV begins;
1994: BBC Radio 5 Live is launched;
2002: CBBC starts broadcasting;
2018: BBC Sounds is unveiled…..
...and now, in 2026 - following on from this prestigious history of public service broadcasting - Mattchin introduces a Brand New Format which has ’never been tried before’ - his words!
Plus why we’re loving the Mens T20 World Cup and your reviews.
Published on Friday, 13th February 2026.
Available Podcasts from Tailenders
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