BBC Kent Introducing

Here's a bit about Jacob and reporter Parry.

Jacob

Jacob Rickard, the presenter and producer of BBC Kent Introducing, was born in Maidstone and now lives in Hythe. He was educated at Brockhill Park in Saltwood, the illustrious alumni of which includes BBC Radio Kent's own Dominic King.

Jacob has been the producer of the show since March 2008, when the BBC Kent Introducing show launched with its original presenters Jim and Tom, and now Jacob continues the legacy as the show's presenter.

Parry

Parry moved to Kent when he was 10 and went to Maidstone Grammar School. Now 22, he has recently graduated from the University of Manchester where he studied music. He was then chosen as Kent's BBC Blast Music Reporter, and now continues to report on Kent's music scene.

He's a pianist in a touring band... but as well enjoying music in all its forms, Parry dabbles in live stunts and is quite the table tennis wizard.