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

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

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

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

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

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

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!

Co-head of Music (External)
Connie Lupton
Studies: BA History and Politics

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

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

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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!