2FM boss Dan Healy has admitted he still hasn’t picked new radio hosts to replace the stars who have left.
Earlier this year, the radio station was plunged into chaos as a number of top presenters walked away from their shows – including Doireann Garrihy, Jennifer Zamparelli, The 2 Johnnies, and Donncha O’Callaghan.
Following the mass departure, the broadcaster invited members of the public to apply for presenting roles within the station via a post shared on their website.
However, Dan has admitted that they are still “in the middle of a process” of finding talent to fill the radio slots as their summer schedule is coming to an end.
As they revealed their latest JNLR figures today, the 2FM boss confessed: “We are in the middle of a process of discovering the next new radio talent for Ireland, almost 140 people are coming through 2FM over the next two weeks.”
“We are meeting incredibly talented people from all walks of life.”
“Off the back of this strong book we look forward to building on these gains and bringing a new breakfast and evening drive show for the audience over the next few months.”
He added: “Finally, a massive thanks from all the 2FM team to our listeners.”
At the beginning of July, RTÉ 2FM issued an open call for new presenters, following a mass departure of the station’s top stars.
In a post on their website, they said: “RTÉ is seeking expressions of interest in presenting single or double header roles on RTE 2fm.”
“RTÉ 2FM’s primary purpose is to provide relevant speech, music, entertainment and sports programming for younger audiences.”
“We are creating a long list of presenters – refreshed every two years – who would appeal to a 15–34-year-old audience.”
“When a presenting role becomes available a shortlist will be created from the long list using a weighted criteria.”
“RTÉ 2FM is committed to providing feedback at the shortlisting stage. Piloting may be required when making final selections for the schedule.”
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“As RTÉ 2FM has presenting roles available, we invite you to express your interest,” the post continued.”
“If you believe you have the personality, experience and skill set to present music and entertainment programmes for younger audiences and love music then email, [email protected]. You must be over 18 to apply.”
