Amol Rajan leaves BBC Radio 4 Today
Amol Rajan is quitting BBC Radio 4’s flagship Today programme later in 2026 to set up his own independent company. The broadcaster confirmed the decision publicly, marking one of the most significant shifts yet seen in his media career.
The move brings to an end nearly five years of Amol Rajan’s regular presence on the influential morning news programme, during which he had become one of its most recognisable presenters.
Amol Rajan Sets Up a Venture Within the Creator Economy
According to Amol Rajan, his choice of a new venture is influenced by his desire to focus on entrepreneurship and the rapidly expanding ‘creator economy’. His new firm is likely to venture into the realms of media and digital opportunities.
This, he said, was an opportunity to create something new in a format other than traditional broadcast media. This was with due regard for how people are consuming content.
Occurrences After Today’s Exit
Though he will be leaving the Today programme, he will still be working for the BBC. He will continue to host the programme ‘University Challenge’ and the ‘Radical with Amol Rajan’ Podcast.
The BBC has confirmed that there are no plans for him to move away from such positions. This is a confirmation that he will be continuing.
Background and Career Impact
Before joining the Today programme, he had spent much of his career at the top of British journalism, first as editor of The Independent, and later as the BBC’s first media editor.
His departure comes at a time when there has been continuing change within BBC radio, as the organisation adapts to changing audience habits and competition from digital media.
What’s Next for Today on BBC Radio 4?
The BBC has not yet confirmed who will take the place of Amol Rajan on the Today show. The editors have thanked him for his service and stated that the “future line-up will be confirmed in due course.”
This is exemplified by the departure of Amol Rajan, which underscores the emerging trend where top journalists embark on independent publishing ventures while still maintaining some linkages with conventional publishing houses.
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