Speakers

Jo Whiley is one of the UK’s most respected and enduring broadcasters, with a career spanning more than three decades across BBC Radio 1, 6 Music and BBC Radio 2. A cornerstone of Radio 2’s schedule, she hosts her flagship evening show for millions of listeners each week and is a long-standing presenter of the BBC’s coverage of Glastonbury Festival, fronting multi-platform broadcasts of the iconic event year after year. Renowned for her musical authority, warmth and cultural curiosity, Jo has championed new artists, conducted landmark interviews and become one of the most trusted voices in British broadcasting.

In 2025, she co-launched Dig It with Zoe Ball - a Persephonica podcast - marking the first time the two broadcasters had formally teamed up. Long-time friends with parallel careers in radio, Dig It brings their shared experience and distinct voices together for the first time in a fully speech-based format.

On Dig It, Jo speaks openly about midlife, family and grief, creating a space where listeners feel seen and understood. The show has rapidly grown into a major success, attracting over 200,000 weekly listeners and establishing itself as a cultural home for women navigating this stage of life.