Radio Badger

Badgers playing what badgers want

How To Listen

We broadcast our Badger "setts" in a variety of ways

Video Stream

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Short Wave

Our Short Wave programmes appear on 6070 kHz and occasionally other frequencies too. We're planning another broadcast over the August Bank Holiday weekend on 6070kHz

Timetable

View the timetable for our broadcasts on the listen live page.

Listen Online

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Our History

To understand Radio Badger, one must delve into the annals of history, into tales filled with ingenuity, woodland creatures, and British eccentricity.

The Humble Beginnings: 1962

In the heart of a dense forest near Crowborough, nestled between a thicket of trees, a curious sight could be seen. Edward “Eddy” Badgerington III, an ambitious radio enthusiast, set up what looked like a picnic blanket. But this was no ordinary picnic. Armed with a mismatched set of valves, and a makeshift antenna crafted out of spoons, Eddy made his first broadcast as 'Radio Badger'.

Taking to the Underground: 1965

As Eddy's broadcasts grew in popularity, it became evident that the forest provided little protection from the prying eyes of the authorities and rival picnic-goers. He dug himself a bunker, referred to lovingly as "The Badger's Burrow". It became the ultimate clandestine hideout, equipped with tea facilities, a collection of biscuits, and state-of-the-art radio equipment (for the 1960s, of course).

The Golden Age: 1970-1985

Throughout the 70s and 80s, Radio Badger saw its golden era. The secret bunker expanded and a brand new 5 Megawatt Shortwave Transmitter was installed which allowed Radio Badger to expand its coverage to the whole of Europe (except Cornwall). Radio Badger covered events such as the Queen's Silver Jubilee and the rise of the punk movement. It gained a massive following, notably among underground societies - gardeners loved it. They even hosted the mysterious "Badgerstock" festival, which no one could find but everyone claimed to attend.

The Great Silence: 1992

On April 1, 1992, Radio Badger went silent. Panicked fans thought the unthinkable - that the Badger had finally been caught. Conspiracy theories abounded. Some believed Eddy had been kidnapped by squirrels, while others argued he had been abducted by aliens. In reality, Eddy had just lost his favourite broadcasting spoon and took a hiatus to find it.

Modern Times: 2023

With the advent of the internet, Radio Badger saw an opportunity. It re-emerged, this time as a digital station alongside the traditional steampunk sound of shortwave. Its woodland vibes met rhythmic beats accompanied by the haunting sounds of shortwave fading. By now, Eddy had recruited a team, including DJ Foxy (no relation to the Doctor) and MC Hedgehog. Their iconic show "Beats from the Burrow" became an overnight sensation.

Today, Radio Badger is more than a station – it's a movement. Shiny towers of power beam the finest music across Europe. To this day, the location of The Badger’s Burrow remains one of Britain’s best-kept secrets.

Get in touch

Drop the badgers a line and say hi. They might take a while to respond, typing with their snouts ain't easy!