M1DST attempting broadcasting world record

Broadcast radio DJ James Patterson, who is also licensed as M1DST, is attempting to smash the world record for the longest continuous broadcast. His attempt commemorates the 10 years since his friend Dawn Easterling died at the young age of 19.

James - live on Swindon FM. Click here to listen

James last smashed the world record with a marathon broadcast of 72 hours in September 2000, raising funds for the Dawn Easterling Appeal by asking listeners to donate money in return for record requests and dedications.

This time, James will be broadcasting a show live on DAB’s Swindon FM non-stop for a full 180 hours. That’s seven and a half days without any sleep! The show will kick off on Friday 10 December at 6.00am.

Medical staff will be on hand in case James suffers from sleep deprivation. James said, “I have done lots of research into staying awake since my last record breaking broadcast, so I know what I am up against! I am really looking forward to breaking the world record, which is currently 120 hours. I will be prepared as much as I can be and have the full support of my family and friends.

Source: GB2RS News - Courtesy of the RSGB

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