APL Media is pleased to share that assistant project editor, Kira Richards, appeared as a guest on BBC Radio London on Tuesday 9 December. 

Kira — who works across APL Media projects such as the Travel Media Awards Step Up scheme, as well as editorial and branded content for National Geographic Traveller (UK) — was invited to the studio at New Broadcasting House for the station’s evening programme, Sounds of the City, hosted by Kim Davis. 

The special edition of the programme was produced in collaboration with journalism students at City St George’s, University of London — Kira’s alma mater. Kira was asked about her career in travel and food journalism, whether you need a degree to work in the industry and her recent trip to Mexico. 

Of the radio appearance, Kira says: “It was an incredibly exciting experience to be interviewed live in the BBC Radio London studio by Kim. I’m grateful for the opportunity to share more about the work I do across APL Media’s portfolio — hopefully it will encourage more young people from underrepresented backgrounds to pursue careers in the travel sector.” 

Listen to Kira’s interview on BBC Sounds from 44:57 – Sounds of the City with Kim Davis – 09/12/2025 – BBC Sounds 

Curious about entering the travel media industry? Discover APL Media’s internship opportunities here: aplmedia.co.uk/careers 

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About APL Media  
APL Media is a multi-award-winning content marketing agency and publisher, producing high-quality print, digital, and live media across the travel and lifestyle sectors. Since 1997, it has published National Geographic Traveller (UK) under licence from National Geographic Partners LLC, supported by brand extensions including guides, events, and digital platforms. The portfolio also features Living360, a digital lifestyle brand covering wellness, travel, food, sustainability, and culture, distributed via national media and its own platform. APL Media delivers custom content, branded campaigns, editorial consultancy, and leading events such as the Travel Media Awards and Step Up. Its trade titles include Postcards and the ASTA Worldwide Destination Guide, with content also produced for national newspapers.  
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