Meet Brian Giddy From Sweet FM

Brian Giddy, a familiar voice on Sweet FM, has been a radio host for four years. His journey into broadcasting began with a suggestion from his friend Cheryl, leading him to a post-retirement passion that perfectly blended his love for music with community service.
“I always wanted to do something when I retired, and I love music,” Brian reflects. His involvement in the choral society and a fondness for classic tunes from his youth laid the groundwork for his on-air presence.
“I enjoy playing the old music that we grew up with, the songs we understand.”
When asked about his favourite musicians, Brian’s love for country and western is immediately clear.
“I love Kristofferson and Patsy Cline’s ‘Three Cigarettes in an Ashtray,’” he shares. His musical journey includes playing the saxophone in a band for several years, and he’s also sung and played keyboard for the sick and elderly at respite.
“I love sharing music with the disabled and elderly,” Brian says, reinforcing his deep connection with the community through music.
One of his most memorable moments on air was an interaction with two nurses from Townsville Hospital. After playing "Pray for Me," Brian received a heartfelt request from their father to play the song during the nurses' break, making a profound connection through music.
“We also had a couple in Italy tuning in,” he fondly recalls, a testament to the station’s wide-reaching impact.
Brian’s preparation for a live show is a thoughtful process, meticulously selecting Australian songs to share. His advice for aspiring radio hosts?
“If you want to do something for the public and you like music, do it. You might make somebody’s day with a song.”
Engaging his audience is Brian’s speciality. “I encourage people to ring in, pick a song, or just say hello. I’d love to hear from people,” he adds, always closing his show with a warm message: “God bless you all.”

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