Simon Ritchie
Simon Ritchie
Panacea Radio Presenter
Simon Ritchie is an experienced radio presenter whose passion for broadcasting spans community, youth and hospital radio. His radio journey began in 1999 and has since taken him across a range of roles that combine creativity, connection and a genuine love for radio as a medium.
Simon has been involved with youth radio initiatives, helping to support and mentor younger voices in the medium, as well as presenting shows in a variety of formats throughout his career. His approach to radio is grounded in storytelling, music appreciation and listener engagement — creating shows that feel welcoming, thoughtful and consistent.
At Panacea Radio, Simon brings his breadth of experience and warm presenting style to the airwaves. His shows balance great music with a relaxed, conversational delivery, giving listeners a sense of familiarity and connection with every broadcast.
Whether exploring fresh tracks or sharing classics, Simon’s presence on the station reflects his dedication to community-focused radio and a lifelong enthusiasm for music.
Recently Played
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Let's Get Away From Here
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Love Wins Every Time
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Inviting
Burnie Stevenson Ft Gerald Albright & Mitessa
Coming Up
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On The Real Side with Mike Stephens6:00pm - 8:00pm
Mike Stephens takes you through classic & modern soul and deep grooves every Sunday from 6 PM to 8 PM on Panacea.
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Mellow Moods with Gary Prescott8:00pm - 10:00pm
Gary Prescott plays 2 hours of relaxed 2-Step and contemporary mellow grooves every Sunday from 8 PM.
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The Quiet Storm10:00pm - 1:00am
Smooth soul, mellow R&B and love-filled grooves — the perfect soundtrack to unwind and relax.
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All of the passionate presenters that you hear on Panacea work on a voluntary basis. We have a limited amount of advertising on the station which helps cover our running costs, and we rely on kind donations from our listeners to keep playing the best of Soul, Funk and Groove. A donation of any amount would be greatly appreciated.