Meet the Team — Smoke Radio

Meet the official Smoke Radio Team.

Smoke Radio is the University of Westminster’s Student Sound. We are a student focused radio station created for students run by students. Therefore we are very pleased to introduce you to the official team for 2024/25.

Management

A.J. Halsey

Station Manager
Host of AJs80's
An hour dedicated to celebrating the classics hits and songs you'll know (and love) from the 1980s with your host A.J. Halsey.
Melanie Silva

Deputy Station Manager
Sam Greenslade

Head of Music
Co-Host of ‘AltWaves‘
Samantha Watson

Treasurer
Co-Host of ‘AltWaves‘

Presenter Team

Ketsia Kutukana

Host of ‘Neo - Soul with Kets’
Neo-soul is the fusion between the Motown sound and jazz/hiphop. My show will be touching on the start of this experimental genre but also what is has become now. Neo soul with kets is simply catching the vibeee.
Komal Nambiar

Host of ‘Culture and Chaos!’
‘Culture and Chaos!’ is a modern and charismatic show mixing music from all generations with the present day gossip and updates about the artists!
Mughda Vaid

Host of 'Bollywood Buzz'
On ‘Bollywood Buzz,’ we’re serving up the freshest Bollywood hits and keeping you in the loop with all the buzz from B-town! From new releases to the latest celeb drama, it’s your one-stop for the ultimate Bollywood vibe. Don’t miss out on your weekly dose of glam and groove—tune in!
Janet Habtemariam

Host of ‘JUICYMix‘
Saleena Bharmal

Host of ‘Velvet Silhouettes‘
Velvet Silhouettes - SYNTHASIA - Every Tuesday 12pm - 1pm. Get ready for electro, synth and indie pop tracks blending chart-toppers and rising stars you need to hear! Whether you’re into dreamy synths, catchy hooks or electronic sounds, tune in to discover your next favourite track in an hour of great music.
Tarisai Williams

Host of ‘99 Problems‘
Get ready for “99 Problems + Tari”, the boldest, most unapologetic show on Smoke Radio. Hosted by Tarisai Williams, we’re bringing you the hottest tracks, real talk with rising stars, and unfiltered takes on everything music. Tune in weekly for a mix of beats, banter, and a little bit of chaos – because what’s one more problem?
Lewis Gates

Host of ‘Hometime with Lewis Gates’
Let's go! Lewis’s got the hits and lols to get the University of Westminster home.
Annie Kirova

Host of ‘Tea Time with Annie & Holly‘
Welcome to Tea Time, your go-to university radio show hosted by Annie and Holly! Live from London, we’re here to bring you the perfect mix of conversation and music—spilling the tea on student life, pop culture, and everything in between.
Annie’s got the hot topics and good vibes, while Holly keeps the soundtrack fresh with the best tunes to match every mood. Whether it’s deep chats, lighthearted banter, or just an excuse to take a break with a cuppa, Tea Time is your space to unwind and connect.
Tune in, sip up, and let’s spill the tea!
Tesher Dunlap

Host of ‘Alt House‘
The best album tracks, b-sides, and unreleased tracks & remixes from your favorite house and alternative artists.
Tom Granville

Host of ‘Rollo Rhythms‘
¡Hola chicos! Soy Tom y bienvenidos a mi émission de radio, I like to play music that I like, hopefully you will like it too :) ¡Hasta pronto!
Vivian Barton

Host of ‘The Sideline Sound‘
The Sideline Sound is your ultimate connection to the heartbeat of university sports, all with the smooth flow of hip hop and R&B. Hosted by Vivian, The Sideline Sound brings you the latest matchday highlights, athlete shoutouts, and a full rundown of Wednesday BUCS games—shining a well-deserved spotlight on our Dragons sports culture.
Zero

Host of ‘Infest Heavy‘
Smoke Radio’s weekly fix of all things alternative - from classic heavy metal to niche hardcore, death metal, nu-metal, punk, grunge and more! Queued, we’ve got the well-known and beloved tracks in store, as well as some underground material plucked live from London’s current alt scene, by yours truly!
Nora Jegesi

Host of ‘Fizz‘
Presented by Nora and curated by Alex, our weekly show explores the ecstatic fusion of soul, funk and jazz. Nora, a film production student, loves taking on roles within the sound department in her projects and discover new tracks in her free time. Meanwhile, Alex grew up listening to Prince, The Jackson 5 and a lot of Northern Soul, with a constant search for new music.
Ariele Palmer

Host of ‘Jet Lagged‘
A weekly radio show hosted by semester abroad student Ariele Palmer, playing all the latest (and oldest) in rock across all forms, including punk, alternative & indie.
IG: @arielepalmer
Valerio Sanca Duarte

Host of ‘VAL In Yo Airwaves‘
Valerio Sanca Duarte, VAL for short, is an MA student at Westminster University in the Music Business course. Born in Rome to Cape Verdian parents, he's ready to bring the vibes to his new show on Smoke Radio.
VAL is an artist and an event manager who is ready to begin a new challenge as a specialist for smoke radio, VAL's show "VAL In Yo Airwaves" will be a journey through the newest hits of the week of Rap, R&B, Afrobeats, Soca and more.
VAL In Yo Airwaves:
VAL In Yo Airwaves is exactly what you need to get your weekend lit.
The new host VAL is ready to take you on a journey with only the freshest releases regarding Rap, R&B, Neo-Soul, Afrobeats, Soca, and much more.
The 2h show will be divided into three sections:
BIG SMOKE for the newest songs from US Rap, UK rap, and more
Love In the Airwaves: For all the R&B lovers
The Roots: The latest Afro and Caribbean hits to end the show dancing
We're ready to party when you are, don't miss VAL In Yo Airwaves Friday from 18.00 to 20:00, only on Smoke Radio
Arthur Abdo Marques

Host of ‘Motion‘
Motion is dedicated to bringing you an hour of dance music bangers, ranging anywhere from jungle, techno and 140 to drum n bass.
Bella Perdomo

Host of ‘Bella’s On Repeat‘
James Paddick

Host of ‘Electric Dreams‘
Playing different subgenres of electronic music while providing humorous and insightful interjections.
Sam Raynor

Presenter
Caterina Mamoli

Presenter
Lilli Pert

Presenter
Gioia Muccioli

Host of ‘Behind the Vibe‘
Behind the Vibe is your go-to spot for the freshest sounds and the tracks that have stood the test of time. Hosted by Gioia, this show features exclusive interviews with emerging artists alongside the classic tunes you know and love. From soulful RnB to funky grooves and upbeat anthems, Behind the Vibe keeps the energy high with a mix of current hits and all-time favourites. Tune in for exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes insight, and the tracks you need to know—because the next big thing is always just around the corner.

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Music Team

Anine Thoresen

Music Curator for ‘The Sideline Sound’
The Sideline Sound is your ultimate connection to the heartbeat of university sports, all with the smooth flow of hip hop and R&B. Hosted by Vivian, The Sideline Sound brings you the latest matchday highlights, athlete shoutouts, and a full rundown of Wednesday BUCS games—shining a well-deserved spotlight on our Dragons sports culture.
All that, with a soundtrack to match. Expect smooth beats, real talk, and honest reflections—because The Sideline Sound isn’t just background noise. It’s the voice of the game, the culture, and the community.
Holly Smith

Music Curator for ‘Tea Time with Annie & Holly‘
Welcome to Tea Time, your go-to university radio show hosted by Annie and Holly! Live from London, we’re here to bring you the perfect mix of conversation and music—spilling the tea on student life, pop culture, and everything in between.
Annie’s got the hot topics and good vibes, while Holly keeps the soundtrack fresh with the best tunes to match every mood. Whether it’s deep chats, lighthearted banter, or just an excuse to take a break with a cuppa, Tea Time is your space to unwind and connect.
Tune in, sip up, and let’s spill the tea!
Alex Comerford

Music Curator for ‘Fizz‘
Presented by Nora and curated by Alex, our weekly show explores the ecstatic fusion of soul, funk and jazz. Nora, a film production student, loves taking on roles within the sound department in her projects and discover new tracks in her free time. Meanwhile, Alex grew up listening to Prince, The Jackson 5 and a lot of Northern Soul, with a constant search for new music.
Niki Ilinova

Music curator for ‘Alt House‘
The best album tracks, b-sides, and unreleased tracks & remixes from your favorite house and alternative artists.