About us

Burn FM runs thanks to its dedicated committee members. Find out a little more about their roles below (as well as a few favourite songs and fun facts).

The Team

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Station Manager

Connie Lupton

Studies: Ba History and Politics

I joined Burn FM last year and it was the highlight of my first year in Birmingham. Last year, as Deputy Head of News, I assisted in running the weekly News Team show and interviewing Guild Officer candidates. I hosted two of my own radio shows as well: Around the World and Eclectica. This year as Station Manager I am responsible for the smooth running of the station. I look forward to working with the rest of our brilliant committee to make improvements to the studio and collaborate with other societies to bring new content to Burn FM and expand our listenership. I will also continue hosting my show Eclectica.

Favourite song

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Deputy Station Manager

Jack Payne

Studies: BA Politics and Sociology

I joined Burn FM as a fresher last year and can't wait to take on the role of Deputy Station Manager this year, aiding Connie with decisions, coordinating training and arranging cool opportunities for Burn members. I present a show called 'Jack's Jukebox' where I focus on a different genre / theme each week.

Fun fact

I DJ here and there, perhaps you can catch me at some Burn Events this year👀??

Favourite song

Treasurer

Jacob Dyke

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Deputy Head of Programming

Rebecca Nall

Studies: BSc Biochemistry

As Deputy Head of Programming, I work alongside the Head of Programming to create Burn FM's schedule and act as a point of contact for show hosts throughout the term. As well as my committee role I have a radio show on Tuesdays.

Favourite song

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Head of Production

Keira Arrow

Studies: BA English Literature and Creative Writing

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Co-head of Music (External)

Oliver Scoggins

Studies: MA Liberal Arts (English Lit. Major)

My name's Ollie and I am an integrated masters student following a year abroad. As Head of Music (external) my role is to co run the weekly music team show as well as organise Burn Live and liaise with bands for other socials we will put on during the year.

Favourite song

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Head of Sport

Toby Auckland

Studies: BA English Literature

I'm in my first year here at Birmingham and looking forward to covering all the major sporting stories. Swimming, tennis and football are the main sports I'm interested in; however I often find myself watching any sport! Being a football fan of both Liverpool and my local team Shrewsbury Town always promises to give me an emotional rollercoaster, from the excitement of chasing titles to the misery of relegation.

Fun fact

I once served a tennis ball in front of 15,000 people at the AO Arena during the Davis Cup tennis tournament

Favourite song

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Deputy Head of Sport

Alistair McVey

Studies: Sport, PE and Coaching

I'm a first-year student studying Sport, PE and Coaching Science a big Brighton fan. I also love watching football, cricket and UFC, but I am also enjoy watching a vast range of sports and when I'm not talking about sport, I'm usually playing football or tennis, or going for a run or swim.

Fun fact

I was once interviewed on BBC Radio 5 Live

Favourite song

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Head of Arts

Sofia Pantiri

Studies: LLB International Law & Globalisation

As Head of Burn Arts Team, I will be running a weekly team show where my co-hosts and I discuss all things art related including key themes such as films, music, fashion, literature and the world from an artistic perspective!

Fun fact

I saw Nia Archives at a Boiler Room event in London when I was 17!

Favourite song

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Head of News

Rey Reynolds

Studies: BSc Environmental sciences

Fun fact

I was born to Bedshaped by Kaene

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Head of Podcast

Katie Lerescu

Studies: BA English Literature

I'm the Head of Podcasting, so I get to oversee all the awesome podcasts Burn FM has (alongside my awesome Deputy Head of Podcasting)! I teach new podcasters how to use equipment and then listen to and post their podcasts on Spotify and Apple Music when they send them to me. Alongside that, I also manage the Burn FM podcast Instagram account. I have my own podcast - a (slightly disorganised) talk show called Tell Me Everything, which won the Burn FM Best Podcast award in 2025! Other than podcasting, I play the cornet and trumpet, and I'm the manager of the university brass band.

Fun fact

I can say the alphabet backwards

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Deputy Head of Podcast

Alice Grange

Studies: Law

I've been involved in Burn since first year, running the Calling Maintenance podcast and have loved being part of the community! This year I can't wait to help edit and post other podcasts.

Fun fact

I once prank called Gary Barlow

Favourite song

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Social Secretary

Cat Debbage

Studies: BA Liberal Arts and Natural Sciences

I am the social secretary, so will be organising loads of fun socials for the society throughout the year, including live music events, pub crawls, and the Media Ball!

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Head of Marketing

Emilie Clubb

Studies: BA Politics

As Burn FMs Head of Marketing I blend creativity and a love for music to connect listeners and create a larger community.

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Head of Tech

Chris Wilson

Studies: MSci Computer Science

Deputy Head of Tech

Henry Owen