Mike Whittingham (Whitty) – The Sedgemoor fm Drivetime Show

Join Mike Whittingham, weekday afternoons for a show packed with music, fun & local information, between 3 pm – 6 pm.

Broadcasting from the heart of Bridgwater, Mike brings humour, heart, and a deep love for music to his show – which is all about making you smile, reminisce, and escape the seriousness of everyday life.

Mike’s career began in 2001 at BCR FM, and after a spell in North Somerset, he’s back where it all started – connecting with local listeners and sharing his signature mix of uplifting tunes, quirky features, and easygoing energy. His afternoon show is packed with listener favourites like, the Rock Date Diary & The 7-Inch Hall of Fame – a nostalgic nod to classic vinyl and musical memories that make listeners go, “I haven’t heard this in ages!”

What makes Mike’s show stand out is its ability to feel like a chat with an old friend. His down-to-earth style and genuine love for Sedgemoor’s community shine through in every broadcast. Whether he’s championing local cafes like The Galley in Burnham or talking about environmental concerns like the state of Somerset’s waterways, Mike uses his platform to entertain, inform, and inspire.

Expect to hear everything from ’80s hits and Kate Bush favourites to chillout classics and Carnival anthems. And if you’re wondering about his pre-show rituals? It’s coffee, a tech check, and maybe a chat with his duck friends at Apex Park – just one of the local gems he’s proud to highlight.

Mike believes community radio should be fun, heartfelt, and rooted in local voices – and his show proves just that. So whether you’re on the school run, working from home, or just need a break from the headlines, Afternoons with Mike is your go-to radio companion.

Listeners should tune in because… “You wouldn’t want to see a grown man cry – and I’d really love the company.”

Whitty keeps you up-to-date on all the essential information you need, including travel information every 20 minutes from 4 pm, local weather, events, and national & local news.

If you also like a little glitz and glamour, Whitty will even keep up to date with the very latest entertainment news.

Join Mike Whittingham, weekday afternoons from 3pm on the station that reminds you ‘You’re Home’, locally to Bridgwater and the Somerset Levels.

Tune in on 104.2fm or on your Smart Speaker. You can also download the app or hit the Listen Live button on the website, above.

The kettles always on.