Coalville’s Own, Radio Presenter, and Weekend Jokester

Hi, I’m Jim Springthorpe—born and bred in Coalville back in the 70s (exact year’s a mystery, just how I like it). Growing up in the 80s and clubbing through the 90s gave me a taste for music that covers just about everything. If it’s a party tune, you can bet it’ll find its way onto my show!

I got my start in radio more than 20 years ago with my partner-in-crime, Dave Potter, over at Hospital Radio Fox. Since then, we’ve had stints on Ashby Radio and Hermitage FM, where we hit the FM waves with everything from drive-time to breakfast shows. During COVID, I even tried a solo session without Dave (don’t tell him, but he was missed). We’ve also dabbled in podcasting, with more American listeners than locals—go figure!

When I’m not on the air, I’m out on the pitch as a football referee and cricket umpire here in Leicestershire, or coaching my son’s football team. I like to say, those who can’t play…ref, coach, or tell others what to do!

Catch Dave and me every Saturday from 12 to 2 pm on Saturday Social for a show packed with party tunes, daft features, and plenty of laughs. Expect fun chats, the occasional guest, and a fair bit of taking the mickey out of each other—just the way weekends should be!