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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEmily Tresidder. Image: SCA\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

In the short time that Emily Tresidder has been working at Melbourne\u2019s 101.9 The Fox, she\u2019s already made a lasting impression \u2013 her warmth, wit and energy quickly endearing her to everyone in the office.<\/p>\n

Currently filling in on Afternoons<\/a> whilst Brad Wood takes long service leave, next stop is Adelaide \u2013 where Em will take on a full-time role at SAFM next year.<\/p>\n

As Em tells Radio Today, the experience she\u2019s gaining at The Fox has been invaluable.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt has been absolutely awesome. I\u2019ve learnt tangible things that make my announcing that much stronger, and it\u2019s only been a month or so!\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI am looking forward to seeing what else I can learn and achieve while I\u2019m here. The sky\u2019s the limit!\u201d<\/p>\n

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Growing up in Sydney\u2019s inner west, Em\u2019s path into radio followed the longer, scenic route.<\/p>\n

Initially studying to be a teacher at the University of Sydney, she spent a good chunk of her time across the road at the Sydney University of Technology, learning the ropes at student radio station 2SER.<\/p>\n

Passionate about performing, Em swapped her teaching course for a degree in Art History and Performance Studies<\/p>\n

Whilst working in a theatre production, Em became part of a sketch comedy group, creating YouTube videos, doing live shows, even heading overseas to perform at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.<\/p>\n

It was her first experience of live stand-up comedy and Em was immediately hooked.<\/p>\n

\u201cI thought \u2018That\u2019s what I want to do.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n

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And she did. Em took her stand-up routine all around Australia, back to Edinburgh and on to Malaysia, where she performed in shows as the headline act.<\/p>\n

It was during this journey that she met then-comedy producer Vic Hanlon. Together, they started a weekly comedy podcast.<\/p>\n

After a few years, they decided to have a crack at radio, doing a version of their show on Melbourne community station Triple R as part of its summer programming.<\/p>\n

Em went on to volunteer at Melbourne\u2019s JOY 94.9, learning how to panel, self-produce and present an interview program called How Do You Do That?\u00a0<\/p>\n

She eventually landed a paid gig as one half of JOY\u2019s Drive show and loved it.<\/p>\n

A year later, Em decided to try for a commercial radio job. Taking an almighty leap, she landed in Bendigo, with an on-air gig on SCA\u2019s Hit 91.9.<\/p>\n

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Immersing herself in the local community \u2013 hosting awards nights and emceeing the NBL1 basketball competition \u2013 only strengthened Em\u2019s connection with listeners.<\/p>\n

\u201cI made a genuine effort to integrate into the Bendigo community, and it was a crucial part of my success there,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

\u201cI not only knew street names and landmarks, but I had a finger on the pulse of what was happening in real time in the city, because I was a part of it.\u201d<\/p>\n

Earlier this year, Em\u2019s Bendigo announcing role was extended to include SAFM Workdays.<\/a> Then came the fill-in role at The Fox.<\/p>\n

Since joining SCA, she has also filled in for Breakfast on the Hit Network across regional Victoria, as well as the national Nights show The Hot Hits with Nic & Loren.<\/p>\n

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Em says making the cut for the Game Changers Radio podcast<\/a>\u2018s Magnificent Seven: The Next Generation felt surreal.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo be on that list alongside some of the best up-and-coming radio personalities like Loren Barry, Lu & Jarch and Katie Lamb is phenomenal.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI always say I\u2019m \u2018lucky\u2019 to do something I love every day, but I also work really hard and always push myself to improve and seek feedback, so the recognition within the industry feels truly special.\u201d<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s just a sample of the feedback from those who voted:<\/p>\n

Em\u2019s personality, humour, wit, charm, and warmth all shine through.<\/p>\n

She has an amazing aura and vibe.<\/p>\n

She\u2019s one of those rare talents who can have a conversation with anybody and find some kind of chemistry there. Absolute future superstar.<\/p>\n

One local mum even shared her experience of getting to hang out with Em in Bendigo during a local basketball competition:<\/p>\n

\u201cShe is an absolute blast. I rocked up with my whole tribe (all my four kids plus two nieces and a nephew\u2014 basically a small basketball team) and she welcomed every single one like they were part of her crew. Now my kids think she\u2019s cooler than me \u2026 which, let\u2019s be honest, she probably is!\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThe whole world needs to know how amazing Em is.\u201d<\/p>\n

Inherently curious, Em was born to chat. Radio is a natural fit.<\/p>\n

\u201cI love hearing about people, their lives, their feelings, their stories.\u201d<\/p>\n

When asked about the people who\u2019ve influenced her radio journey, Em says \u201cGoodness me, this is a hard one to answer!\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019ve been fortunate enough to have so many incredible mentors. \u00a0I always feel fortunate to have access to the wealth of knowledge and mentorship at SCA. It is such an overwhelming (in a good way) feeling knowing someone believes in you, champions you in a room you\u2019re not in and genuinely wants to see you grow.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI applied for a job at Triple M Adelaide a couple of years ago, and Matt O\u2019Reilly didn\u2019t offer me the position (I was certainly underqualified). However, what he has given me since then is consistent support, guidance, and opportunities to grow.\u201d<\/p>\n

Em is grateful for the ongoing support of Fox Content Director and Head of Hit Metro Content Amanda Lee.<\/p>\n

\u201cAmanda has been so generous with her time and knowledge. She has been a significant contributor to the rapid growth in my role.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cTim Lee is the reason I\u2019ve learnt so much at The Fox already. I\u2019ve sat in on a couple of his shifts, and he is so generous with his knowledge and skills. Watching him do what he does so very well is genuinely a wonder to watch, and I am so grateful I\u2019ve been lucky enough to experience it.\u201d<\/p>\n

Jase Allen \u2013 SCA\u2019s Group Content Director for Newcastle and the Central Coast \u2013 has also been a supportive presence.<\/p>\n

\u201cJase believed in me before I truly believed in myself,\u201d says Em.<\/p>\n

\u201cMel Andersen is such a boss. She has been incredibly supportive of me and always makes time; she is a legend. Nic Kelly is a gem. I respect his career and talent, and his guidance has been immeasurable.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019ve forgotten people, and to those people, I\u2019m sorry. I am so grateful to have so many people within our industry that have believed in me, offered me guidance, and supported me.\u201d<\/p>\n

Em\u2019s fundamental goal is to keep growing and learning.<\/p>\n

\u201cBut more importantly, I want to keep having fun doing one of the best jobs in the world.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI want to continue connecting with the city I\u2019m in and making good radio! I want to be the best broadcaster I can be. That\u2019s the dream.\u201d<\/p>\n

Images: SCA and Instagram<\/p>\n