David Hepworth: podcast appearances and interviews

David Hepworth, born on 27 July 1950, is a British music journalist, writer, television presenter, and publishing industry analyst. He played a key role in establishing several popular magazines across the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s. In collaboration with journalist, editor, and broadcaster Mark Ellen, Hepworth helped transform Smash Hits into one of the most widely read UK music magazines of its time. He also gained recognition as a presenter of The Old Grey Whistle Test during the 1980s and co-presented the BBC broadcast of Live Aid in 1985. Throughout his career, Hepworth has been influential in both music journalism and broadcasting, contributing to the cultural landscape of British media.