From Manchester clubs to global expat airwaves — Dave Hailwood’s been spinning tunes, spinning yarns, and bringing the banter since the 80s. Founder of Expat Radio, he’s your weekday morning host and the reason this whole thing exists.
Empowered listeners
“Expat Radio isn’t just sound — it’s a lifeline. A laugh, a song, and a familiar voice when you're far from home.”
From music and mayhem to wellbeing and wisdom, Expat Radio brings you a full week of entertaining, informative and feel-good shows hosted by real people, not algorithms. Tune in every day for something new — and something familiar.
Wherever you are in the world, Expat Radio brings you the sounds of home — music, chat, comedy and conversation, 24/7.
Real presenters, real stories, and shows that speak your language. No algorithms. No AI voices. Just good radio.
Music & Memories
From soul to country, retro to rock — real music lovers bring you songs with stories and meaning. No autoplay algorithms here — just DJs who know their stuff.
From boutique brands to household names, businesses partner with Expat Radio to reach a global audience of English-speaking expats. If your customers live abroad — we’re how you reach them.
From France to Texas and beyond, these are the presenters who make Expat Radio feel like home.
Dave Hailwood
The All-Day Special
Andy Henley
Retro Show
Emma Scott
Pluggin Baby
David Sibbald
Nostalgia Club
What Our Listeners Say
Thousands of expats tune in every day — here’s why they keep coming back.
Linda M.
Spain
Moved to the Costa del Sol thinking it’d be sunshine and sangria — turns out I missed northern soul and northern sarcasm. Expat Radio gave me both. Love it!
James R.
Thailand
Being so far from home, it’s easy to feel a bit lost. But Expat Radio brings me a little piece of the UK every day. Couldn’t do without it.
Sarah T.
France
I start every morning with Dave Hailwood. It’s like having a mate in the kitchen with me — I laugh, I sing, I feel connected again.
The Expat Radio Impact in Numbers
Behind the voices, music, and stories — the stats speak for themselves. Trusted globally, loved locally.
Linda M.Spain