Radio Apple FM

Apple FM is Taunton's community radio station, with a music programme ranging from familiar chart records to specialist country, soul, jazz and dance selections. It launched on 11 May 2013 following the award of a community radio licence in 2012. Local interviews, news and volunteer contributions connect its programmes with life in the Somerset town.

Community Matters is made by Andy Spragg, Louise Mills, Jacqui Budd and Ed Hothersall, bringing together stories and voices from Taunton. Jacqui Budd also presents The Sunday Catch-Up. The station's community coverage has included Blackdown Acapella and local fundraising, while a partnership with St Giles Animal Welfare introduces animals seeking new homes.

Mike Anderson, Tony Dicks and Steve Ashworth are among the breakfast presenters. Steve Phillips's Music Machine includes album selections, vinyl and local artists, while John Berryman presents Golden Oldies. Tim Cooper connects one record to the next in The Red Thread, and Ross Marchant combines Music Mania with the newer releases of Chart Central.

Darren Wells presents Twangtastic Country and Mike Jones explores Motown, soul and disco in The Soul Collection. Amanda Symons contributes Absolute 80's and the Friday Night Mashup, while Brian Justice's Weird Scenes Inside the Goldmine looks through rock, progressive music and blues. Other strands include Jon Hodgson's electronic selections in The Abyss and Andy Spragg's Meditation Show. Training for new presenters supports a service whose range reflects the interests of people making radio in Taunton.