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Marking World Radio Day with SBS Audio
February 13 marks World Radio Day—an occasion to honour the huge influence of radio in informing, entertaining, and educating audiences, and to acknowledge its pivotal role in fostering connection and community.
SBS itself began in 1975 as two small multilingual radio stations entrusted with sharing information to Australia’s growing migrant population about the then-nascent Medibank universal healthcare system, now known as Medicare.
Today, SBS stands as a testament to the transformative potential of radio, broadcasting in more than 60 languages on multiple audio platforms – analogue and digital. Our mission remains the same: to inspire all Australians to explore, respect and celebrate our diverse world and in doing so, contribute to a cohesive society.
We spoke to SBS Italian Executive Producer, Magica Fossati (main photo) and SBS Amharic Executive Producer Kassahun Negewo (pictured below), who bring almost 50 years of radio experience between them, about how their work is making a difference for Australia’s multicultural communities.
I wish I could enjoy SBS Chill.
Does anyone else find it weirdly sad to listen to?
I don’t know how to explain it. It has a melancholy to it that is kind of depressing/exhausting. It’s not like “lo-fi beats to study to” on YouTube or similar which is quite contemplative and romantic. It feels tiring in its negativity and it’s mostly all instrumental stuff. I wish I had the music theory knowledge to explain this
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Solua Middleton appointed ABC Head of Indigenous Audio, Dan Bourchier the new General Manager of NITV
Solua Middleton , the Chair of the Bonner Committee , who played a key role in shaping the ABC’s Listen Loudly, Act Strongly anti-racism initiative, has been appointed Head of Indigenous Audio.
Got a podcast idea? SBS Audio opens annual pitch season
Three-time Australian Podcast Publisher of the Year, SBS, invites the public to submit stories – in any language – to boost its collection of award-winning podcasts which champion Australia’s diverse and original storytelling.
Got a great podcast idea that’s been bubbling away? Whether you’re an aspiring creator or an experienced podcaster, SBS Audio wants to hear from you. Submissions are now open for fresh and original podcast pitches across broad topics – from news and sport, language and culture, to First Nations, food, and beyond.
SBS Director of Audio and Language Content, David Hua, said: “SBS Audio is committed to discovering exciting new and underrepresented voices, giving all Australians the chance to listen, connect, and better understand one another. As the three-time Australian Podcast Publisher of the Year, we’re proud to be a home that fosters belonging and invites everyone to share their stories. We look forward to hearing from podcasters across the country and to supporting the next wave of talented storytellers shaping our nation’s shared story.”
SBS Podcast Commissioning Editor, Joel Supple, said: “Whether you’re a seasoned podcaster or picking up the mic for the first time, the award-winning SBS Audio podcast team is ready to nourish your budding ideas. Shortlisted entries will receive guidance and production support to help develop their podcast from pitch to publication.”
This year, SBS Audio is particularly interested in pitches exploring ideas around the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026™ and Indigenous languages. But all themes and genres – big or small – are welcome.
Last year’s national call-out attracted more than 200 submissions, leading to standout series like Love without Limits, Fallout: Spies on Norfolk Island, and How Humans Talk among others. These now sit alongside SBS’s award-winning slate of original podcasts from previous call-outs, including Grave Matters, Should You Really Eat That?, Bad Taste, The Idiom, and Grand Gestures.
SBS Audio is open for submissions from today until 14 September 2025. Pitches can be made through the online form on the SBS Audio website here.
Listen to all of SBS Audio’s podcasts on the SBS Audio App, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, LiSTNR or wherever you stream podcasts.