Radio Jcom, the first wholly dedicated Jewish radio station in the UK, is launching live on 1386AM medium wave on 6th September. Based at the MAZCC and serving around 10,000 people within a 5km radius, covering LS17, LS8 and LS6, Radio Jcom is the only radio station of its kind in the UK. “This is historic not only for radio but for the Leeds Jewish community,” said Terry Stowe, Chief Executive of Radio Jcom. “No other Jewish community radio station in the UK has been awarded a five year licence by OFCOM. Outside of Israel, we’re one of very few such stations in the world.”

Backed by a team of community members and experienced broadcasters, Radio Jcom was created two years ago and was launched as an internet-based radio station. Its aim was to also broadcast via the radio airwaves and after receiving a grant from Leeds City Council towards transmission equipment, as well as a donation from the Provincial Grand Charity of the Freemasons of Yorkshire West Riding, it continues raising funds for essential equipment through various communal events; it is now a fully operating radio station.

Radio Jcom offers a mix of communal programmes, profiles, interviews, music, public service announcements, weekly crime reports and religious programmes. Listeners will be able to hear the station on both the internet and the airwaves 24 hours a day, six days a week (except Shabbat).

The station welcomes involvement from all sections of the community. “Radio Jcom has something for everyone and likewise we welcome volunteers from across the community,” added Terry. “We’re also looking to train people in all aspects of radio, whatever their age or ability.”

If you are interested in volunteering or would like to know more about Radio Jcom’s training opportunities, contact Terry on 0113 2185836 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it