Everything you need to know about Jackie Brambles on Greatest Hits Radio
Hear Jackie Monday-Thursday evenings on Greatest Hits Radio
We were thrilled when Jackie Brambles returned to radio presenting and joined us on Greatest Hits Radio to present The Evening Show with Jackie Brambles. Joining our fantastic presenter line-up in January 2022, the former Loose Women anchor hosts her Greatest Hits Radio show every Monday to Thursday from 7pm - 10pm.
Find out everything you need to know about The Evening Show with Jackie Brambles and listen back to some of the interviews from her show, with the likes of Jamie Lee Curtis, Tiffany and Mica Paris. We even asked Jackie some questions to help you get to know her better!
Who is Jackie Brambles?
Jackie Brambles is a journalist, TV and radio presenter, and DJ who hosts her own show here on Greatest Hits Radio.
Born in England but raised in Scotland, Jackie started her radio career at our sister station West Sound.
How old is Jackie Brambles?
Jackie was born on 1st March 1967, making her currently 56-years-old.
When is Jackie Brambles on Greatest Hits Radio?
You can find Jackie Brambles on Greatest Hits Radio on Monday - Thursday evenings from 7pm where she hosts The Evening Show with Jackie Brambles.
How can I listen to Jackie Brambles' show?
You can listen live to The Evening Show with Jackie Brambles every Monday - Thursday evenings from 7pm-10pm, and you can also listen back to her latest shows here.
What is The Evening Show with Jackie Brambles?
Listeners of Jackie's show can expect a blend of music and conversations to perfectly soundtrack their evening. At 7pm each day, Jackie plays the songs that have been most requested throughout the day in Most Wanted, followed by special guests, feature documentary content and live sessions.
The Evening Show with Jackie Brambles also features huge ticket giveaways and Greatest Hits Radio Anthems at 9pm.
When did Jackie Brambles join Greatest Hits Radio?
Jackie joined our brilliant line-up of presenters in January 2022, and of her decision to start The Evening Show with Jackie Brambles, she said: "It’s all Simon Mayo’s fault... He said, 'Oi, Brambles, come and join Greatest Hits Radio, it’s got phenomenal music, and brilliant listeners.' And he’s not wrong, as I found out for myself making the Women In Music series for the station earlier this year."
When did Jackie Brambles work with Simon Mayo before?
Back in the 80s, Jackie worked with Simon as his weather and travel reporter, and he couldn't wait for the pair to be reunited. "Jackie is a top radio presenter and I’m delighted we’ll be reunited at Greatest Hits Radio," Simon said.
He continued: "She was always a delight to work with - we always seemed to get hysterical at the same time. I’m really looking forward to her new show!"
Check out this photo of Jackie and Simon from 1990!
What can listeners expect from Jackie Brambles' show on Greatest Hits Radio?
According to Jackie: "Great music and great conversations! Every night we’re joined by one of your favourite artists of the 70s, 80s and 90s for an in-depth chat about the highs and lows of their careers and their musical influences over the years.
"I start the conversation and they choose the tunes that are special to them. I’m also so pleased that we’re getting a really positive reaction to the 'me time' feature that we do at 9.30pm every night around mental health.
"I’ve had some amazingly honest chats with listeners who are struggling a bit with the challenges of life, as we all do at times and I think it’s a relief to hear that we’re all in the same boat."
What is Jackie Brambles' favourite thing about presenting her show?
We asked Jackie this and she told us: "I have to say that when I’m engaged in a conversation with an artist I’m totally in my happy place. So many of the guests on the evening show are artists I interviewed back in the day and there’s something so joyful about being able to reconnect and share their life’s journey with our listeners.
"One of the benefits of ageing is being able to look back on our experiences – good and bad – with a new perspective and there’s something magical about that being a common thread we can all relate to."
What is Jackie's go-to driving song?
Jackie joked: "I rarely get control of the in-car entertainment and am forced to listen to whatever my kids are currently into."
She added: "But actually their taste in music is pretty good. But when I do get to choose, it’s usually a Bruce Springsteen album, ‘The Rising’ or ‘Western Stars’ are currently on repeat."
Who inspires Jackie Brambles?
On International Women's Day 2022, we asked Jackie who inspired her growing up and Jackie revealed that it was Blondie's Debbie Harry.
She said: "For me, Debbie Harry was everything growing up. I bought 'Parallel Lines' with my pocket money when I was 11-years-old and I'm just as inspired by her now as I was then. Powerful, cool, strong and talented. Always was, always will be."
Which song is Jackie's good times anthem?
She revealed that it's ‘Summer Of 69’ by Bryan Adams.
Which TV shows has Jackie Brambles been on?
Fans of Loose Women will recognise Jackie Brambles from her time as a host from 2005 to 2009, which arose from her taking over from Kaye Adams in 2006 after doing several guest appearances.
Reflecting on her TV roles, Jackie said: "I’ve been very fortunate over the years to have had such a varied experience on TV...my first ever TV job was presenting Top of the Pops, then I moved to the USA where I was a correspondent for GMTV doing both hard news and Hollywood reporting in Los Angeles.
"One day I’d be reporting on a shooting or the presidential election and the next on the red carpet at a movie premiere or the Oscars... Never a dull moment!"
How different is presenting on radio compared to TV?
According to Jackie presenting on radio and presenting on TV is "completely different!"
She commented: "I much prefer radio, you can create a vibe on radio that is just not within your control on TV. Interviews tend to be a lot more authentic and unguarded when the cameras aren’t around and to be honest, I can’t be bothered with all the faff of the hair and make-up palava for telly!"
How did Jackie Brambles get into radio presenting?
Jackie started her career in radio when she was just 19-years-old and explained how it all happened: "I was on a gap year and I got a job at a local radio station in Scotland, answering the phones, getting coffee. And a DJ didn't turn up one night and the boss wasn't there.
"I was the only person in the building and they said, ‘Do you know how to work the desk?’ and I said, ‘Yes I do’ and they said, 'Well go on. Play your records and tell the time, talk about the weather and don’t say anything stupid!'"
What is the most incredible performance Jackie has seen live?
"I'm a huge Springsteen fan. So I have seen so many of his concerts which are amazing because they’re so long, they’re like three hours long," Jackie told us.
She added: "It's in the more intimate venues when you get closer to the artists that it's really special. I saw The Rolling Stones at The Wiltern theatre in LA and I got to go to a soundcheck for Fleetwood Mac, where literally I was the audience, so that was pretty incredible."
What is Jackie Brambles doing now?
We wanted to see how Jackie Brambles likes to spend her time and she told us: "I’m a mum to two teenagers and it is their life’s mission to ensure that I don’t get a lot of time to do anything else but tend to their every whim. However, I do manage to sneak in a daily radio show on Greatest Hits Radio when they’re not looking.... That’s my ‘me time’!"
Who has been on Jackie Brambles' show?
Jackie has interviewed a number of big names for Great Conversations with Jackie Brambles, check out some recent interview moments below.
Jackie Brambles caught up with Jamie Lee Curtis about the Halloween franchise and music influences
Jamie Lee Curtis stopped by Greatest Hits Radio to chat to Jackie Brambles on her show. They spoke about the new Halloween Ends film, as well as the rest of the horror franchise, and how important music is to Jamie Lee.
Watch the full interview below:
Ian Broudie told Jackie Brambles about seeing The Beatles perform
It was the singer's first concert!
Tiffany got chatting to Jackie Brambles about her rise to fame
The singer spoke about becoming famous as a teenager with the song 'I Think We're Alone Now', as well as revealing that she has new music and a tour on the way.
The Isley Brothers told Jackie Brambles about working with Elton John
Ronald and Ernie Isley got chatting to Jackie about their amazing career and some of the famous faces they have worked with, including none other than Elton John.
Mica Paris opens up to Jackie Brambles about her start in the music industry
The 80s soul singer revealed the role Prince and Whitney Houston played in her early career. You can read the full interview here.
Jackie chats to Slade's David Hill about their iconic track 'Merry Xmas Everybody'
Jackie caught up with musician David Hill, who revealed that John Lennon actually played a role in their hugely popular song coming out. Read about their full chat here.
Howard Jones chats about life during his height of fame
Howard Jones told Jackie about fans' reactions to seeing him in Top of the Pops.
How to listen to Greatest Hits Radio
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Ken Bruce
Greatest Hits Radio is the home of the legend that is Ken Bruce, weekdays 10am-1pm - including PopMaster, the UK's biggest music quiz for 25 years and counting.
Find out more about Ken and PopMaster.
Simon Mayo
Simon Mayo hosts Drivetime every weekday at 4pm and The Album Show on Sundays from 1pm.
Simon said of his Drivetime show: "I think the thing about Drivetime is that it is like the flip side of breakfast. You kind of know what an awful lot of people are doing, it's the end of most people's day, they're doing some final bits of work, they're shutting the laptop, they're doing a bit of food preparation, they're driving home. I think it is that sense of camaraderie, it's the end of the day, people want to be cheered up and they want to spend some time with some decent folk on the radio!"
Find out more about Simon Mayo here.
Paul Gambaccini
Paul brings us his famous America's Greatest Hits programme every Saturday between 5pm-7pm, featuring two hours of the Greatest Hits that made it big in America.
Sharing some of the things he loves about his show, Paul said: "Radio is the perfect form of one-to-one communication. TV can be direct, too, but the camera operator is always in your line of vision! I enjoy sharing my favourite music, and my admittedly freakish knowledge of it, with people who care about that music. I love the opportunity for challenging talk overs, too!"
Find out more about Paul Gambaccini here.
Alex Lester
The Dark Lord keeps you company in the small hours. Join him for the Music Marathon from 1am and the Best Time Of The Day Show 4-6am weekdays.
Alex brings: "Your favourite songs. Bizarre insights and unusual thoughts," to his show and told us that he loves that during his show: "It's just the two of us. You and me. (Against the world)."
Find out more about Alex Lester here.
Jenny Powell
Jenny plays the biggest songs of the 70s, 80s and 90s on Greatest Hits Radio to kickstart your weekend, every Saturday and Sunday from 6am.
On Jenny's show, listeners can look forward to The Breakfast Club, which she says is: "A warm-up for the weekend, full of positive vibes and feel-good factor when you wake up on Saturdays and Sundays. I insist you have a dance with me on the Kitchen Disco, I share some fun news stories from the previous week on The Headliners and get you smiling no matter what, sharing some of my favourite tracks from the 70s, 80, and 90s."
Find out more about Jenny Powell here.
Andy Crane
Join Andy's late-night community of music and company, Sunday-Thursday at 10pm.
Andy has three hours of the biggest songs from the 70s, 80s and 90s as well as The Top 10 at 10 and Midnight Music Marathon. His show is full of: "Great music and plenty of laughing."
Find out more about Andy Crane here.
Martin Kemp
Join our resident pop star Martin Kemp as he kicks off your Friday night with his Mixtape – three hours of handpicked essential weekend songs from the 70s, 80s and 90s to get you in the mood and dancing round the kitchen.
Then on Saturdays, it's side-two as he brings you nothing but the greatest decade of all time on The 80s Mixtape.
Get your teenage kicks in the company of THE 80s poster boy on Greatest Hits Radio!
Find out more about Martin Kemp here.
Jackie Brambles
Jackie Brambles hosts The Evening Show every Monday to Thursday from 7pm - 10pm.
Jackie promises to deliver: "Great music and great conversations! Every night we're joined by one of your favourite artists of the 70s, 80s and 90s for an in-depth chat about the highs and lows of their careers and their musical influences over the years."
Find out more about Jackie Brambles here.
Kate Thornton
Join Kate every weekday from 1pm, just after Ken!
Find out more about Kate Thornton here.
Richard Allinson
Weekend Good Times never sounded so good!
He's a broadcasting legend with a voice like silk that, alongside the Biggest Songs of the 70s, 80s & 90s, make the perfect weekend soundtrack – Saturday and Sundays at 9am.
Saturdays kick off with your chance to guess the year on The Top 10 Til 10, while Sundays are reserved for an hour of your special songs and dedications.
Speaking about his show, Richard said: "The idea is to recreate all those great memories I have of weekends growing up, a bunch of us meeting up to buy clothes, records, maybe sort a date…everything happened on a weekend and we remember the records we played at that time."
Find out more about Richard Allinson here.
Des Paul
Join Des for Rhythm Of The Night every Friday and Saturday night from 10pm, where he plays all the greatest soul, funk, disco and Motown hits to start your weekend.
Des explained what he loves the most about his show: "The favourite bit of presenting Rhythm of the Night is when listeners contact me to say how much they've loved hearing a particular track and then tell us all about when and where they used to hear it."
Find out more about Des Paul here.
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