Scouse Traitors star Minah Shannon joins Radio 1

Minah Shannon who starred in the The Traitors is set to join Radio 1 ahead of the Big Weekend arriving in Liverpool.

From Friday 2 May, BBC’s The Traitors star Minah Shannon will co-host the show alongside Radio 1’s Nat O’Leary throughout May. As part of the run, the duo will present a special show live from Liverpool on Friday 23 May, helping to kick off this year’s Radio 1 Big Weekend 2025 celebrations and, in keeping with Minah’s scouse roots.

Minah Shannon says:

“I am so excited to be presenting every Friday in May on Radio 1’s Early Breakfast! I’m hoping to brighten up listeners morning’s (or day’s if you catch up on BBC Sounds). Getting to present alongside Nat O’Leary is going to be so much fun. We discovered we both attended the same university and used to hang out in all the same places, so it feels like it was meant to be! If we can give the lovely listeners a laugh, then mission accomplished!”

Nat O’Leary says: 

“I’m so excited to be joining Minah on Friday Early Breakfast! Minah’s energy is electric, so I know we’re gonna cause some chaos and bring some fun to your Friday early mornings! Can’t wait to wake up with you babes!”

Taking on the slot in June will be rising radio talent Lauren Redfern. Lauren joined the Radio 1 Anthems extension in November 2024, having already made her mark through the esteemed Student Radio Association network – all while still being a university student. Her first show will be on Friday 6 June.  

Lauren Redfern says: “Absolutely buzzing to be taking over the early morning breakfast slot every Friday in June! I’ve been loving presenting shows over on Radio 1 Anthems, but now they’re letting me loose on your mornings too! I can’t wait to share my mornings with you!”

Aled Haydn Jones, Head of Radio 1, says: “The Friday Early Breakfast slot has become a key platform for emerging presenters to find their voice and connect with the Radio 1 listeners.

“I’m really excited about this next wave of presenters – Minah and Nat will be a great team in May, and I’m looking forward to welcoming Lauren to the slot in June.”

Find out more about the Radio 1 BIG Weekend HERE.

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