Brian Saunders

Brian Saunders first joined Vectis Radio in 2014, bringing with him a lifelong passion for the music of the 1960s and a style of broadcasting that was warm, knowledgeable and full of personality. Although he wasn't on air every week, he became a much-loved part of the station, recording more than 60 programmes before his sad passing.

Brian had the spirit of the great pirate radio DJs - all the enthusiasm, energy and love of the music, just without the parrot and the wooden leg. His knowledge of the 60s and indeed the 70's was remarkable, but it was his genuine warmth and infectious passion that made every programme such a pleasure to hear.

Brian was taken from us far too soon, but his legacy lives on through the wonderful collection of programmes he left behind. We are honoured to share them once again on Vectis Radio every Friday evening from 7pm to 9pm.

We hope you'll tune in, enjoy the music, and remember a broadcaster who loved every minute behind the microphone. We think Brian would be delighted to know that, through these recordings, he's still bringing great music, great memories and plenty of smiles to listeners across the Isle of Wight.

• Macca Chats to Mark Ovenden about his new book Mapping Britains Railways.mp3

  Where to buy the book https://shop.bl.uk/products/mapping-britains-railways-the-design-history-of-a-nation-on-track Marks website is here: www.markovenden.com

• Maggie & Kelvin talk to Chris from Rotary IW

• Dave Mac chats to Behroze and Donna from the Air Ambulance Heroes Fundraiser

  Behroze and Donna from the Air Ambulance Heroes Fundraiser popped in to chat to Dave Mac about their event that's happening on 12th Sept 2026 at Network Ryde and telling us why it's so important to them.

• Macca chats to Roy about Fan TC Con

  Macca chats to Roy about Fan TC Con

• Macca Chats to Hannah from Wessex cancer Support

  Macca Chats to Hannah from Wessex cancer Support

• Maggie talks in Depth to Martin Scotcher, Chiropractor.

• Michele Newton's speech at the Daisy Ring Bus 1st Birthday Celebration

  Edited highlights of Michele's speech at the Daisy Ring Bus 1st Birthday Celebration held at Northwood House on 23rd August 2026

• Macca Chats to Emily about Employment at The IWC

  Macca Chats to Emily about Employment at The IWC