Steve Colman and Griffo join Nation Radio North

Two well-known northern broadcasters are returning to the airwaves as Nation Radio expands its local output in the North East and Yorkshire.

Steve Colman will host a new Saturday show on Nation Radio North East from 10am to 2pm, covering Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham and Darlington.

Paul “Griffo” Griffiths will present a similar show for listeners across Yorkshire on Sundays in the same time slot.

Steve, known for his years on Metro and Smooth, said he was delighted to reconnect with North East audiences, adding: “I’m so happy to be back on the radio in the North East and hope to reconnect with my many former listeners on the brilliant Nation Radio.”

Griffo, who has long been a familiar voice across Yorkshire, said he was thrilled to join the growing station: “They have a hugely talented team who create brilliant radio and they are growing in some significant local markets which is really exciting. I can’t wait to get started playing Yorkshire’s Best Variety of Hits.”

Nation Radio’s Group Programme Director Neil Greenslade said both presenters would bring valuable local experience to their regional audiences. He noted that the stations in the North East and Yorkshire have shown strong audience growth and that the addition of Steve and Griffo builds on that success.

Helen Nolan, Commercial Director for the North East and Yorkshire, said the pair’s arrival “marks an exciting new chapter” for Nation Radio, helping to “strengthen our position in the market and create even greater opportunities for local businesses and advertisers.”

Nation Radio North East is available on DAB Digital Radio across the region, on FM frequencies in Wearside, Durham and Darlington, and online or via smart speakers. Nation Radio Yorkshire can be heard on DAB, 99.8FM and online at nationplayer.com.