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

Jack Payne

Studies: BA Politics and Sociology

I joined Burn FM as a fresher in 2024 presenting 'Jack's Jukebox'. I became Deputy Station Manager in June 2025 and after a successful year, can't wait to take on the role of Station Manager for 2026/27. I'm responsible for the smooth running of the station, liaising closely with committee members, the Guild, Student Radio Association and, importantly, show hosts. I manage the station as a whole, implementing new ideas, and arranging, and hosting events and opportunities.

Fun fact

You can occasionally find me Djing at Burn Events or even a Vodbull Thursday?

Favourite song

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Deputy Station Manager

Chris Wilson

Studies: MSci Computer Science

🚨 BEEP BEEP 🚨 Deputy Station Manager incoming! ⚠️ I’ve been part of Burn FM for a good 3 years now, co-hosting a few different shows. You may have heard me on Recession Indicator 📉 last year, or a few years ago on Beats Beyond Borders 🌍. This year, I’ll be helping to manage our station with Jack.

My role is a bit of everything: keeping up to date with people in committee, planning meetings, and ensuring everyone is heard so we can realise our plans for the year. Now our studio PCs are updated from my previous year as Head of Tech, I can’t wait to make a difference in other parts of Burn as Deputy Station Manager!

Fun fact

Our current website started off as a small side-project 3 years ago

Favourite song

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Head of Programming

Rebecca Nall

Studies: BSc Biochemistry

This is my third year at Burn and I'm excited to continue my role as Head of Programming creating Burn FM's schedule and acting as a point of contact for show hosts as well as continuing to host my own show.

Fun fact

I was one of the first 2000 people to listen to Dan by Noah Kahan on Spotify

Favourite song

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Deputy Head of Programming

Ruby Fenton

Studies: BSc Biomedical Science

This will be my second year in burn and my first year on committee. I host a show called Inside Thoughts and I love it. I'm so excited to be your deputy head of programming and cannot wait to get started!!

Fun fact

I bought 15 tickets to Harry Styles' latest tour

Favourite song

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Treasurer

Alice Grange

Studies: LLB Law

This is my second year with burn, doing my show ‘headphones on’! This year as treasurer I’ll be trying to raise some money for burn as well as organising funds. I’m excited to work with the rest of the committee to help execute their amazing ideas!

Fun fact

I once prank called Gary Barlow

Favourite song

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Head of Production

Aaron Ford

Studies: Social Anthropology and African Studies

I’m a bassist and guitarist and currently in a band. I collect CDs and cassettes, sketch in my spare time, and play for Burn FC. As head of production, I’m responsible for Burn FM’s audio content, like stings and edited interviews.

Favourite song

Deputy Head of Production

AVAILABLE

Run for this possision at our EGM in term 1 of the 2026-27 academic year!

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Co-head of Music (External)

Connie Lupton

Studies: BA History and Politics

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Co-head of Music (Internal)

Libby Anderson

Studies: BSC English Literature

I'm super excited to be continuing on committee as Head of Internal Music for third year! I've been apart of Burn since first year, and have loved being on committee in my second year. You may have heard me co-hosting the music team show or on 'Libby Needs A Minute.' This year, I will be interviewing artists, attempting to get more members at music team show and playing new releases on air. Can't wait to work with the committee and play great music! :)

Fun fact

I was called posh by Rob Beckett on Radio 2

Favourite song

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Social Secretary

Freya Stevenson

Studies: BA Liberal Arts and Sciences

I have been a part of Burn FM for 3 years now and I love this society! I have hosted a number of different shows over the years and am so excited to take on the role of social secretary for my final year! I cant wait to start organising Burn's social events, so keep an eye out for opportunities to get involved with the society!

Favourite song

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Head of Marketing

Sophia Alcock

Studies: BA English Literature

I have co-hosted my show ‘Long Live the Long Play’ since I joined Burn in 2026, and I am so excited to be the new Head of Marketing for 2026/2027! I will be running the social media and advertising (such as merch etc.) so that we can keep growing this amazing community and expand our outreach as much as possible :)

Fun fact

I can name any Inhaler song in 1 second

Favourite song

Head of Podcast

AVAILABLE

Run for this possision at our EGM in term 1 of the 2026-27 academic year!

Deputy Head of Podcast

AVAILABLE

Run for this possision at our EGM in term 1 of the 2026-27 academic year!

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Head of News

Glory Chenbap

Studies: LLB Law

I joined BURN during my first year, and am so excited to keep you guys updated with the worlds’ latest, local and global!! Stay tuned to see what the news team gets up to :)

Fun fact

I plan to (try) run a marathon with no training

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Deputy Head of News

Nell Peachey

Studies: Human Sciences

Being a part of burn fm was the coolest experience last year and I loved hosting my show Peach Jam! I am so excited to bring all the latest news with Glory as part of News Team.

Fun fact

I got a wave from David Attenborough while he was collecting his post.

Favourite song

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Head of Sport

Toby Auckland

Studies: BA English Literature

I'm in my second 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: BSc Sport, PE and Coaching Science

I am Alistair, I love going running and playing Football as well as watching Football and American Football. My role consists of supporting the Head of Sport with planning topics for shows and discussions live on air.

Fun fact

I was once interviewed live on BBC Radio 5 Live

Favourite song

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Head of Arts

Cherise Boamah

Studies: LLB Law

I am super passionate about music, film and the arts in general. Despite being a 4th year law I am very eager to pivot towards a career in Film Archives. As Head of Arts, I oversee Arts Team at Burn FM, as well as working on side projects such as a BurnFM zine.

Fun fact

I was no.1 in the UK for Subway Surfers in August 2022

Favourite song

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Deputy Head of Arts

Ava Prescott

Studies: Sociology

I loved having my own show Muzz FM in the past year and I am looking forward to co-hosting the arts show weekly where I can share my passions and ideas for all things arty!

Fun fact

I cheated in my spanish GCSE exam (still got a 5)

Favourite song

Head of Tech

Henry Owen

Deputy Head of Tech

AVAILABLE

Run for this position at our EGM in term 1 of the 2026-27 academic year!