It looks like we've lost one of the most reassuring voices on BBC radio a little early because of this blooming virus. Rhod Sharp, whose enquiring mind and thoughtful questions have brought quality conversations to Radio 5 Live overnight for more than 25 years, won't be back on the network, after his last broadcast on March 19th - apparently there are not enough studio directors to support both Radio 5Live and Radio London round the clock, and operationally, management have opted for Radio London.
Whether or not the BBC is pointing its diminishing resources at the right elements of its broadcasting portfolio is another and different question; when we get through this, let's have a proper celebration of his contribution to radio.
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