Steve Phillips
My radio career began in the late 1970s firstly working on Hospital Radio, then moving on to the local BBC station. In 1984 I had a fantastic opportunity to work for Radio Caroline broadcasting on the Ross Revenge, out in the North Sea. I moved up to the North East 18 years ago, to join the team for the start of Great North Radio, then moved to Century Radio for their launch, eventually ending up at Durham FM and also Alpha 103.2 in Darlington.
When I’m not working I like to spend time with the wife and kids, and going out for meals with our friends.
QUICK QUESTIONS
Favourite pastime?
I like to turn my hand to a bit of DIY around the house. Also, now the children are grown up we like to visit our friends who live in Spain on the Costa Calida when we get the time.
Favourite meal?
You cant beat the traditional Sunday diner, but anything Mexican comes a close second.
Favourite holiday destination?
Cuba. With turquoise seas and pure white sand and not forgetting the Havana rum.
Favourite childhood memory?
I was about five years old and I kicked off my green Wellington boot through the kitchen door window in a bad temper, as I didn’t want to wear them.
Favourite film?
The original Italian Job with Michael Cane.
Favourite band/artist?
There’s too many to list.
Favourite song?
Robbie Robertson - 'Somewhere Down The Crazy River'.
Favourite album?
I will have to have two - 'Songs in the Key of Life' by Stevie Wonder, 'Rumours by Fleetwood Mac' oh and 'Who’s Next' by The Who ... Sorry that’s three.
Favourite decade?
Its got to be the 1980s as everything changed for me, I met my wife, started a family, and moved to the North East.
The track that best sums me you up?
Candi Staton - 'Young Hearts Run Free'.
Shows on Smooth Radio
- Weekend Breakfast with Steve Phillips
- Steve Phillips on Smooth Nights
- Smooth Drivetime with Steve Phillips
- Steve Phillips In The Afternoon
