Richard Bacon is a broadcaster, journalist, author, and format creator.
He began his career on Blue Peter before moving into broadcasting, where he hosted The Big Breakfast for Channel 4, Good Morning Britain, and various radio shows, including BBC 6 Music, Capital FM, XFM, and Radio 5 Live. His coverage of the 7/7 London Underground bombings earned Capital Radio the Sony Radio Gold award for breaking news.
Richard has contributed to publications such as Esquire and The Sun, and his debut book, A Series of Unrelated Events, was published in 2013. He has also made appearances as himself in The Thick Of It and The Dog Thrower.
In 2016, he relocated to the US and hosted National Geographic's Explorer, a current affairs and talk show hybrid that reached 170 countries.
Recently, Richard has developed new entertainment formats, including The Hustler, This Is My House, and I Literally Just Told You, which have been sold globally.
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How can I book Richard Bacon for my next event?
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PepTalk are the official speaking agents for Richard Bacon available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Richard Bacon's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Richard directly.
What topics does Richard Bacon specialise in?
Richard Bacon specialises in discussing broadcasting, journalism, entertainment formats and more.
What is Richard Bacon's speaking style like?
Richard delivers with enthusiasm and professionalism, expertly reading the room and adapting his approach. He engages audiences, manages event pace smoothly, and brings a positive, collaborative energy to every occasion.
Does Richard Bacon offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Richard Bacon offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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