NathanS

I definitely think Jordan would jump at the chance of doing the Christmas Day breakfast show, although it'd be a shame if he finished doing the NYE show as that's become a bit of a tradition. Wouldn't surprise me if someone like James Cusack did that instead.

I personally think he'll end up on drive or breakfast. The only thing I can see stopping the latter is that I don't see Zoë Ball giving up on breakfast just yet (without them offering her another high profile slot, even then I can't see it happening yet), and history repeating itself with Sara Cox taking over, who was the favourite to replace Chris Evans last time. As for Ken, unless Helen Thomas really wanted to be really bold, I really cannot see the urgency to replace him yet. The station has already changed massively over the past 3 years both in presenter line up, and change in music policy. I also question the urgency of replacing Steve Wright now to be fair. When the time comes, hopefully it's Ken's decision. As for potential successors, it'll be someone established at R2 familiar with the listeners. OJ Borg would be a good shout, he's been on overnights for a few years now, so hopefully he progresses to daytimes at some point. That show would then be a good candidate for the show outside of London as well as he's based in Salford. Vernon Kay would also be a good shout, although it's be a good idea for him to starting to build up some more prominent daytime cover more frequently (he has done some breakfast and afternoon cover) but hasn't so much lately for whatever reason. I imagine depending on any other changes in the future, Sara Cox and Zoë Ball would also be likely names to be thrown into the hat.

Age shouldn't always be a factor. Ricky, Melvin & Charlie are all in their late 30's/early 40's and they've progressed to daytime. The Salford thing does add an issue, but yeah it did feel like Matt missed the boat for daytime a while. There was a time a few years back when the 'B' team (Adele, Dev, Alice and Matt) were just as strong as the 'A' team imo, all missed out on major daytime slots with the longevity of Greg, Scott and Grimmy (which is testement to how good they are/were). The current crop of presenters that have come through in the past 5 years through till recently are having the opposite happen due to how many presenters have left/shuffled around the schedule since Aled took charge, where they're gaining slots and progressing up the schedule quite quickly.

My worry is that putting together a new duo on air for a weekday daytime slot is always a risk. I agree that Dean works well with a co presenter to bounce off. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. I can't help but think maybe if Vicky had been on with Dean on weekends, then it wouldn't be as much of a surprising choice of replacement for Scott & Chris. As you say, Dean & Katie have covered the 1pm slot a few times. The whole relocating shows to Salford has played a big part in who they chose. It'll be interesting to see how they get on, as it's a quick rise to weekdays for Dean (a year), and even more so for Vicky (first permanent show on the station)

Last Innuendo Bingo, and last tap end, plus the nostalgia of Chappers and Beccy coming back. It was just a perfect final week and a perfect send off. Still gutted it's all over but onwards and upwards over to Radio 2 (I'll give Chris a listen when he starts on Capital to see how he fits in to the current breakfast dynamic).

He will be one of Roman's co presenters, yes (as well as being the executive creative producer on the show).

I agree with that ? Get in the first Christmas song of the year one final time before they leave. Will be weird not having Scott on R1 on Christmas Day, will be interesting who take over that from now on!

Just want to thank you Scott and Chris. Your show has been brilliant over the years and has meant so much to me, I've had days when I've felt pretty low.... But you have felt like a group of friends who I can count on to cheer me up. I'm sure many others will echo how your genuine friendship comes across on air, and how genuinely nice you both come across. I like routine, and listening to Radio 1 and your show has been part of my day for years, so I'm really sad that you're leaving ?I'll be making the switch to Radio 2 in the afternoons in the Autumn though. Good luck lads and all the best to both of you at Radio 2 and Global. -Nathan.

Power Down Playlist cover over the Christmas 2021 period.

I agree. They used to play many of the new releases on a Friday (whether they went on the playlist them or not). That seemed to quietly slip away.

With afternoons moving to Salford, I doubt Matt & Mollie will ever cover that slot again, and in the rare case of Vick & Jordan being off (as we saw last week) Katie Thistleton and/or Arielle would probably be more likely. It will be interesting to see if they insist on cover when one of Dean or Vicky are off (as per drivetime), or let them present solo.

I'd personally want (and tbf expect if he wanted it) Vernon Kay to be offered a full time role at some point. Social Media reaction is in reality a small snapshot of overall audience, however... it's very rare a cover presenter gets an overwhelmingly positive response as Vernon does. I think this wouldn't be a bad lineup in a few years Overnights Owain Wynn Evans (from Salford) Early Breakfast- OJ Borg (from Salford) Breakfast-Sara Cox Mid Morning- Ken Bruce for a little while longer... succeeded by Vernon Kay Lunchtime current affairs show- Tina Daheley Afternoons- Scott Mills Drivetime-Zoe Ball Jo Whiley and Trevor Nelson's show sit perfectly where they are

I can't see why they wouldn't still use Matt & Mollie on breakfast. It doesn't really make sense for them to come off their own show and travel all the way down to London.

I'm intrigued to see how the final week of August/start of September will be covered, will they extend the morning and drivetime shows like they did last year when Grimmy left? Dean (and Vicky) and Katie will all be starting their new shows the following week so unless it's a chance to give some of the newer presenters a shot at covering a prominent slot or Matt & Mollie are about that week?

Literally came to say this. 02:30 in the morning, it was like a weird dream! The 'Jazz FM' clip being the highlight. The first Lolathon the best they did imo! I do vaguely remember listening to some of the prank call stuff on drivetime when I was younger.. it's good some of it's still on YouTube. Scott's prank on Chris with Jennifer Aniston must be up there as well..

Ah, fair enough. Should've picked up on that! Matt & Mollie would be my preferred choice, so hoping it's them. Matt had never managed to get onto weekday daytime with Grimmy, Greg and Scott all being at the top of their game over the years... and now Scott's sadly going, hopefully this is his chance.

Just curious, why would they seperate Vick & Jordan so soon, and move him back to weekends? Jordan's arguably one of Radio 1's biggest 'stars' now, probably destined for breakfast in a few years.

Something's sticking in the back of my mind that he did do innuendo bingo himself once? (possibly with his Strictly partner). I do agree, I hope they get a few more bingo's in... with a big name guest or Scott V Chris as a finale.

Surely that's the whole nature of this forum.. to discuss the future as well as the present (and past) I suppose the discussion can now turn to "When's Greg leaving..."? ?

Sounds like it. Steve mentioned that "the boss, Helen Thomas wanted something new" and something about it's chance to "give someone else a chance as 23/4 years in the same slot".

It's the situation I expected to happen... But not yet. I thought we'd still have at least another year of S&C on R1. Just shy of 24 years on daytime Radio 1 is fantastic. He's outlasted so many DJ's. Let's hope he gets a great send off.

Due to Scott covering Sara Cox's drive time show on Radio 2 (All Request Friday).

Tomorrow's a bit different... Mollie and Dean (in for Matt) in for Greg tomorrow Sian Eleri in for Dean James Cusack in for Matt & Mollie Jack Saunders in for Scott on the Official Chart.

It'll probably just take some getting used to for me, after nearly 5 years of the previous beds.

Wasn't expecting new 'news' beds yet. The previous ones were actually my favourite, and didn't sound out of place with the rest of the station's sound so I'm yet to decide if I like them or not.