We Don’t Do That Here, our audio documentary made with Ujima Radio, has won two awards at the 16th Annual Lovie Awards.
It took Silver and the People’s Lovie in the Podcasts: Public Service & Activism category. Silver was chosen by the judges, while the People’s Lovie was voted for by the public, so this one is also thanks to everyone who voted for us.
About the Lovies
The Lovie Awards are the Webby Awards’ benchmark for European digital excellence, recognising the people, projects and ideas shaping Europe’s contribution to the internet. This year’s awards drew entries from more than 35 countries.
Winners are selected by the International Academy of Digital Arts & Sciences (IADAS), whose members include leaders from VCCP, Jellyfish France and Lufthansa.
Nicolas Roope, Executive Chair of IADAS, said:
“We Don’t Do That Here has excelled in its category, showing fantastic prowess in digital innovation and creativity. This award is a testament to the skill, ingenuity, and vision of its creators.”
From Bristol to Europe
Marcus Smith, Executive Producer of We Don’t Do That Here, said:
“These stories started in Bristol, and now they’ve been heard across Europe. The Silver award means a great deal, but the People’s Lovie is the one that really moves me, because it came from listeners. Thank you to everyone who voted, to co-producer Miranda Rae, and above all to the people who trusted us with their stories. Community radio can stand on any stage, and this proves it.”
An award-winning autumn
The Lovies cap a remarkable few weeks for the documentary:
- Gold for News, Journalism & Factual Storytelling of the Year at the 2026 Community Radio Awards
- Silver and the People’s Lovie at the 16th Annual Lovie Awards
- Shortlisted for Social Affairs, Diversity & Inclusion at the British Journalism Awards, alongside The Guardian and The Bureau of Investigative Journalism. The winners are announced on Thursday 10 December.
Thank you to everyone who has listened, shared and supported We Don’t Do That Here.
