[chrysostom]

I blame the lack of badger.

[SAV1OUR]

His demolition of wireman recently was brilliant. The 'billy big *' line had me Lol-ling.

[Travis Bickle]

Where the * has all the sense of humour gone on this site? All I see lately is long essays of people arguing with each other.

Over the past couple of weeks the forum has been the best it has ever been in my opinion. Loads of constructive posts actually about the show I joined up here to talk about.

Yes, chrisjames is posting more than ever, and others find the need to unnecessarily comment on virtually every post he makes, but I prefer the forum as it is at the moment.

His demolition of wireman recently was brilliant. The 'billy big *' line had me Lol-ling.

Yes, fair dues to him on that one. It was a great post!

[Fathomer]

Let's just be logical here, it is very unlikely Chris will be moving to a weekday slot. Huw Stephens is the likely successor of Nick, therefore weekends 1-4pm seems to be a natural fit.

I do think people are overlooking Gemma Cairney though. The BBC are investing a lot in her and she is getting shows on BBC Three so I assume she is likely to be moved, either a swap with Dev or Nick's show.

There is also the fairly obvious Sunday night slot replacing Annie Mac and Nick Grimshaw, Sundays 10-midnight.

But don't forget Radio 1 can do really random things; JK and Joel axed in 2007, Colin Murray moving to late nights, Fearne and Reggie being broken up and Fearne moving to Jo Whiley's show. So they are willing to be pretty brave.

[Yudster]

Overlooking would be an excellent choice as to what to do with Gemma Cairney. On the occasions I have to set my alarm at the weekends she makes it a pleasure to get out of bed, if only to switch her off.

[chrysostom]

I met Gemma Cairney at the live surgery show - she is one of the most friendly, lively and bubbly people I've ever met! I've not heard her radio show, but can only imagine she will do well at R1

[Travis Bickle]

Gemma Cairney definitely comes across as very nice, positive and happy person, but she is not what I want to be hearing first thing on a Sunday morning. She is far too excitable for that hour.

[Yudster]

She struggles to sound natural. I agree with Travis that I don't need her screechy shouting first thing in the morning but in general if she is going to progress at R1 she needs to find a way to sound less self-conscious. Its often uncomfortable to listen to.

[a-moron]

I blame the lack of badger.

I try my best to try and inject a bit if light relief to this forum but have an unwritten agreement with Travis Bickle that I'd not interfere too much in the general section, which is understandable, it is a Chris Moyles fans forum. Not Comedy Central.
You guys have been pretty heavy with the general postings, so don't feel as inclined to post during this period of Chris' career transition. More pressing things on your guys minds. I'm sure it'll only be temporary. If not, I apologise in advance for the petty onslaught that is due to occur thanks to it amalgamating over time.

Re: Wireman demolition.
Appreciate your kind words. He.is.a bit o.f a kno.b. at times.

[The Deadly]

Kind words mend broken hearts x

[bmstinton93]

I blame the lack of badger.

He.is.a bit o.f a kno.b. at times.

[timp]

So according to Moyles their show has the highest 15-24 range of any show. Does this make a difference what happens next? Discuss

[What]

Gemma Cairney sounds awful. I've listened to a few of her shows and she might be the nicest person in the world... but she's not for me. Her voice is far too annoying and the stuff she comes out with is such drivel.

[Nicola_Red]

The one time I heard her show she talked a bit about fashion and makeup which I liked (sue me, I'm a girl) but she is also far too enthusiastic and quite high-pitched. Not as bad as Jameela Jamil though, I heard her for all of 5mins and she was so fawning and simpering - like Fearne x100 - that I had to switch off immediately.

[chrisjames]

I prefered Ediths film talk Imust admit.I'm not big on make up and haven't a clue whats fashionable and care even less.Also it's a bad move that radio one got rid of the only scottish dj on daytime. I hope that's rectified by putting jen Long and Ally McRae on daytime,which I think might happen.They could be the new colin and edith I think

[Yudster]

Edith was another one who always sounded as though she was reading a script whist someone else was talking into her ear - you know, speaking, but sounding as though she is listening to something else, and sounding like a really crap local radio newsreader as a result.

[Nicola_Red]

I'm not big on make up and haven't a clue whats fashionable and care even less.

I'm thinking the feature is aimed mainly at women and possibly also trans men, and as far as I know you're neither.

[HA94]

I'm not big on make up and haven't a clue whats fashionable and care even less.

You do surprise me.

[chrisjames]

has anyone considered this as a possible opening for Chris.. http://radiotoday.co.uk/2012/07/date-se ... adio-show/ ? Looks just down his alley to me

[Yudster]

Now THAT is an interesting prospect. I've wondered before now why Chris hasn't gone down the same kind of route as Chris Evans and set up his own production company to produce his show - no reason why he still couldn't. That is a space I will be watching.

[chrysostom]

After some thought, it seems that this advert has been tailor made for Chris - and would explain the lack of official communication about where is next for Chris. If this is a result of BBC Commissioning, then legally there will be a due process required when it comes to filling this position (involving advertising this role publicly for a minimum of 2 weeks) - as a result of this process, it's very likely that the parties involved will have to accept a range of applications and will not be able to openly favour any candidate over others, without disclosing who is under consideration. Ben Cooper has already said that Chris would get the chance to reinvent himself in a new role and surprise people.

Picking apart the article:

BBC Commissioning has released tender details of the new all-local radio evening programme, which is set to start on January 7th 2013.

Chris has mentioned a few times on air and on the podcast about 'taking a break'. A 3 month absence would coincide with this.

Applications are invited from all independent production companies who can clearly demonstrate relevant experience and expertise, the BBC says.

Chris would easily fit this criteria, with few others able to compare, meaning if Chris was hired then there would be no grounds for accusations of favouritism or making it impossible for anyone else to get the job - with the best applicant being chosen.

All offers should reach them by 12 noon on August 23rd 2012, with decisions made by September 14th. The winning proposal will then just over three months to arrange the new show.

Chris & the team depart for holiday on the 13th (which is also when public advertising could stop, on the assumption that the advertising has started this week) and return from holiday on the 27th of August, giving Chris (and others?) time to put together a good formal proposal for the show.

If he's chosen then it could be announced in the final week of the show (any time between the 14th - 21st September)

The contract on offer will be for an initial 12 month period, with an option to extend by up to a further 24 months by mutual agreement and will be worth around £150,000.

edit. It seems that the £150k will only be to cover production costs. The presenter costs don't need to be factored in.

The presenter or presenters will be paid separately by the BBC.

Opening the door for the presenter(s?) to remain freelance, as Chris (and Dave) have favoured for a while now.

It will reach 17.4 per cent of adults (7.3m), the majority of which is over 50 years old.

This is the one giant fly in the ointment that I can't get round...unless this is going to be the 'target demographic' loophole for allowing Chris to play the type of music that he wants - from the '80s onward? (the target age group was always the reason the golden hour never went that far back). Given that the music won't be the driving force for this show, it would make sense that the presenter play what they like.

But with little evidence of any other major shift in how BBC radio is put together in the near future - this seems quite likely at the moment. Maybe I'm just clutching at straws. There are probably a few inaccuracies in the post, apologies!

edit.

this document which is the 'tender document' has a LOT more detail about the show, and it sounds like it would suit Chris perfectly

The independent production company will demonstrate:

• Evidence of considerable experience in speech radio production.
• A detailed understanding of local radio audience wants, needs and
priorities.
• An ability to understand the complexity of BBC LR as a whole and its
remit within the wider BBC radio portfolio.
• An understanding of the importance of multimedia content in modern
radio and the ability to provide rich data and content for multiplatform
environments.
• A detailed understanding of BBC Editorial Guidelines.
• An understanding of the issues surrounding talent management.
• A realistic understanding of the pressures, staffing and infrastructure
involved in producing weekday daily programmes over a long period.
• The ability to provide accurate financial information.
• An understanding of all relevant Health and Safety issues around the
programme.
• An understanding of relevant employment issues involved in the
production of a long-running daily weekday strand.
• Ideas on format and feature development.
• Evidence of having the mature editorial understanding needed to
balance particular audience expectations.

[MrAndee]

The Saviour Of Local Radio. i like it.

[Yudster]

Has chrisjames redeemed himself at all in anyone's eyes...?

[dimtimjim]

No.

Kick enough balls, eventually you'll score a goal.

[chrysostom]

Has chrisjames redeemed himself at all in anyone's eyes...?

My only negative comment is that I didn't click his link when it was first posted because of the random speculation that he usually posts, but (as you can see from my post) I thought it was a great spot and seems to make a lot of sense. Well done chrisjames (I feel given the abuse he gets for his wrongdoings that he deserves a pat on the back). I hope this will be the case, as a daily evening show would be great - and possibly be good material to run to/go to the gym.

edit. I've just seen that he used to do the 7-10pm slot on local radio.

In 1993, he gained a job at The Pulse of West Yorkshire, presenting the evening show from 7–10pm. He remained there until early 1994. Moyles subsequently turned up at Signal 1 in Stoke-on-Trent – again presenting The Evening Bit from 7–10pm. In 1995 Moyles was heard on the Chiltern Radio Network, presenting the evening show from 7–10pm