Julia Hartley-Brewer is stepping down from her flagship morning show on Talk after ten years at the station, with Alex Phillips taking over.
The award-winning journalist and broadcaster will present her final show on Thursday 19 November, bringing an end to her current morning slot.
Julia joined Talk in March 2016 and has been a regular presence throughout the station’s development.
Known for her direct interviewing style and political commentary, she has become one of the station’s most recognisable presenters, covering major events including Brexit, Donald Trump’s presidency, the Covid pandemic and international conflicts.
Julia will leave to “concentrate on new journalistic projects” and will continue writing opinion pieces for The Sun.
Reflecting on her time at the station, Julia said: “Broadcasting on Talk over the past decade has been a privilege and a pleasure. I am incredibly proud of what we have created together over ten wonderful years.
“It’s been a rollercoaster ride of news since 2016, starting with Brexit and Trump, through Covid and lockdowns, as well as wars in Westminster and overseas, and I have loved every minute both on and off air.”
She also thanked her colleagues and the listeners and viewers who have supported her programme over the years, describing them as an “army of loyal listeners and viewers”.
Julia added: “Talk remains in brilliant hands with a phenomenal production team and I wish the station every success as it moves from strength to strength.”
Alex Phillips will succeed Julia, presenting the morning show from Monday to Thursday from Monday 23 November.
Alex currently hosts Talk’s Friday morning programme and presents regular prime-time specials. She has also developed a significant following on YouTube.
Speaking about her new role, Alex said: “Julia is a genuine broadcasting titan and following in her footsteps is a tremendous honour.
“Talk has built a unique, vital space for open debate where common sense comes first, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to take the helm at the mid-morning show.”
She added that she was looking forward to holding the government and the wider political class to account, as she takes on one of the station’s key presenting roles.