about kate
Born in Northern Ireland 23rd November 1976, was educated there until the age of 12, then boarded at Fettes College Edinburgh until 18. I came to study at Bristol University in 1995 and loved Bristol so much I've been here ever since!
Past jobs have included work for Star FM, Avon and Somerset Constabulary , Aardman Animation and also TEFL (Teaching English as a foreign language).
Met Jed in 2001 and married in Las Vegas 2005. We started working for Original 106.5 doing a Sunday night show earlier this year and progressed to Breakfast 5 weeks later.
The Breakfast Show is jam-packed with interviews, chat, music and a wealth of information about what's going on in our fabulous city. Often I don't know what Jed's going to say next- a great reason to listen if you like slightly risqué and perhaps controversial radio listening!
q & a
If they made the Original 106.5 movie my part would be played by...
Me, of course!
If you were not a DJ, what job would you be in?
I'd either like to be a chef or a TV travel presenter.
If you could change any part of your body what would it be?
My skin – I'd like to have a permanent tan.
Favourite holiday destination?
So many places to choose from – I love Mexico, Panama, Greece and Spain, but I'd have to say Las Vegas is my absolute favourite.
If you could invite anyone to dinner who would it be?
Anthony Bourdain, Gordon Ramsey, Stephen Fry and Frankie Boyle
What is your favourite colour?
Azure blue
When did you last go to the gym?
About 3 years ago to use the Jacuzzi!
Most embarrassing moment?
I don't embarrass that easily, so nothing comes to mind at the moment but I'm sure someone will remind me if I've forgotten something totally cringe-worthy!
What is in your pockets?
Money, lighter and mobile phone.
Who is your hero?
Anthony Bourdain & Gordon Ramsey are equally worthy of hero worship
What is your favourite place in Bristol?
If it's a place it would have to be Kingsdown, if it's a restaurant Max's Italian Bistro.
Favourite website?
Far too many to chose from.
What is the most you've ever spent of a pair of shoes?
£120 on a pair of Rocketdog boots
What is your most prized possession?
Jed
What is your favourite moment at Original 106.5 so far?
Every morning at Original is special to me!
