David Hepworth
David Hepworth
#### Full Name and Common Aliases
David Hepworth is a British journalist, author, and former editor of publications such as _Q_, _Mojo_ and _Uncut_. He's also known for his work on radio and television.
#### Birth and Death Dates
Born on October 11, 1953
#### Nationality and Profession(s)
British; Journalist, Author, Editor
#### Early Life and Background
David Hepworth was born in the UK. He grew up with an interest in music, which would later influence his career choices. Hepworth attended university before entering the workforce.
#### Major Accomplishments
Hepworth's work as an editor at _Q_ helped launch the careers of several notable musicians, including The Stone Roses and Oasis. He also made significant contributions to publications such as _Mojo_ and _Uncut_, where he championed various music genres.
#### Notable Works or Actions
Hepworth has written several books on popular culture, including "Over 45 and the Dog Ate Your Homework", which received critical acclaim. His writing often explores the intersection of music, technology, and cultural trends.
#### Impact and Legacy
As a respected editor and author, Hepworth's influence can be seen in the way he promoted lesser-known artists to wider audiences. His contributions to publications like _Q_ helped shape the UK music scene during the 1990s.
#### Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
David Hepworth is widely quoted and remembered for his thoughtful commentary on popular culture, which provides insight into its evolution over time. His work as an editor and author continues to inspire new generations of writers and musicians alike.
Quotes by David Hepworth
The '30 for 30' strand started life as a series of behind-the-scenes docs for the sports channel ESPN. It has now spawned an equally fascinating series of podcasts. Like the films, these podcasts don't rely on access, the usual currency of sports journalism, and are strangely excited by stories that are complicated and require telling at length.
Radio 4 Extra is the network which offers the broadcasting version of eternal life.
There's only one podcast subject that can give Donald Trump a run for his money when it comes to vulgarity, excess, and base comedy, and that's football.
From Public Radio International, there's 'PRI's The World', which is the States looking out at the rest of the globe. Elsewhere, the 'Global News Podcast' from the BBC World Service offers something similar.
'The Daily' from the 'New York Times' - which offers smart analysis of one key story - sets the pace here, and can see you through one standard train commute.
Podcast listening, much like radio listening, is largely a question of habit. And the most powerful habits are the ones that fit into our daily routine.
Both traditional broadcasters and podcasters are betting heavily on the growth of voice-driven technology and so-called smart speakers, the theory being that it is as easy to ask Amazon's Alexa to play you the 'Guardian Books' podcast as it is to get it to play Capital FM.
Talking about smart thinking, The British-made 'Brain Training Podcast' is a brief daily workout for the mind that could easily get addictive.
'The Weeds' is a timely podcast from the news and opinion website Vox. It leaves the coverage of the Punch and Judy politics to others and confines itself to the details of policy.