Mariella Frostrup

Mariella Frostrup is a prominent broadcaster and writer, recognised for her sophisticated yet accessible commentary on arts, culture, and society. Currently a lead presenter on Times Radio, she hosts a daily programme exploring contemporary news and social issues. Her expansive career spans decades, beginning in music public relations where she worked on Band Aid and Live Aid before transitioning to television on Channel 4. Since then, she has presented numerous high-profile programmes including The Big Painting Challenge and Britain's Novel Landscapes, alongside guest appearances on panels such as Question Time and Have I Got News For You. Regarded as a peerless interviewer, Mariella has held conversations with global icons ranging from Sir Paul McCartney to Archbishop Desmond Tutu. For nearly twenty years, she moderated Radio 4’s Open Book, engaging with the world’s most significant contemporary authors. She is also a prolific journalist, contributing to titles such as The Guardian, Vanity Fair, and The Observer, where she writes a celebrated advice column. Beyond her media work, she is a dedicated advocate for gender equality and menopause awareness, authored the guide Cracking The Menopause, and serves as an ambassador for Save the Children. Her contributions to the arts extend to judging prestigious accolades including the Booker Prize and the Turner Prize. This breadth of experience, combined with her reputation for intelligence and poise, makes her an exceptionally compelling choice for audiences seeking authoritative perspectives on cultural evolution and social change. On stage, Mariella Frostrup is best known for talks on Innovation and Diversity & Inclusion. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Arts & Culture, Education and Media & Broadcasting, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Mariella Frostrup is regularly booked for Awards Hosts, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Mariella Frostrup travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Mariella Frostrup would approach your audience.