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Catherine Trewavas
Radio Researcher, CBeebies
CMC Blog Editor

Catherine is a Researcher for CBeebies Radio, the team responsible for creating a world of sound, music and radio adventures for preschool listeners and their families. In addition to her day job, Catherine enjoys writing articles for BBC newspaper, Ariel.
Catherine has previously worked as a Production Management Assistant within the BBC Children’s Acquisitions and Independent Animation team. She has also worked on programmes such as ‘Blue Peter’, ‘The One Show’ and various radio programmes for BBC Radio Current Affairs, including ‘File on 4’ and ‘5 Live Investigates’.
Catherine's Sessions
Report - Podcasts – The New Big Thing?
Takeaway: Podcasts are on the rise. They can offer entertainment, escapism and learning and can really enrich the lives of young listeners. Technology such as smart speakers and the new Google podcast app offer exciting opportunities in audio content creation. It is important to create and uphold top quality content…
Report – What's Next For UK Kids?
Takeaway: In the face of post-Brexit uncertainty, the need for the industry to unite is stronger than ever with regard to future access to European talent and funding. Contestable Fund will affect Public Service Broadcasters and content commissioning. More needs to be done to protect children online and diverse representation…