BBC Presenter | Host of Doctor Who: Unleashed | Radio 2 & 5 Live Broadcaster | Journalist | Gaming & Culture Correspondent | Welsh Broadcaster

Steffan Powell is a warm, engaging, and versatile BBC presenter and journalist, known for his energetic on-screen presence and distinctive broadcasting style. His work spans television, radio, and digital platforms, with appearances across BBC Radio 2, BBC 5 Live, The One Show, and BBC Three.

Steffan currently hosts Doctor Who: Unleashed — BBC Three’s most-watched behind-the-scenes programme — where his natural empathy and charisma shine as he interviews Hollywood A-listers, cast members, and young contributorsalike. He also presents regular features on The One Show, contributes to The Scott Mills Breakfast Show, and hosts across BBC Radio 2.

A trusted voice in British broadcasting, Steffan has fronted some of the BBC’s most high-profile and historic programmes — including The Proms at the Royal Albert Hall (BBC Four), BBC Three’s Game On! for Children in Need, and S4C’s flagship debate show Pawb a’i Farn. He was also part of the BBC’s national presentation team for The Coronation of King Charles III, delivering live coverage to millions.

Steffan is a regular stand-in presenter for BBC 5 Live Breakfast and Drive, Radio 2 Early Breakfast, and BBC Sounds’ Newscast. He also contributes to the sports panel show Fighting Talk, presents NFL coverage on 5 Live, and regularly appears across BBC News output.

Appointed as the BBC’s first ever Gaming and Culture Correspondent, Steffan reported for BBC News at Six and Ten, Breakfast, and Today, and became a trusted voice for millions of Radio 1 Newsbeat listeners during his eight-year tenure as presenter and senior reporter. His work has taken him around the world — broadcasting from Tokyo, Los Angeles, and Seoul.

Steffan is also the creator and host of the popular gaming podcast and TV series Press X to Continue, where he’s interviewed major names including Keanu Reeves, Usain Bolt, and Bukayo Saka about their passion for gaming. The show aired on BBC Three and is now produced independently.

A proud Welshman, Steffan regularly presents factual and entertainment programming on S4C, including Iaith ar Daith, Pawb a’i Farn, Symud i Gymru, Gwylio Ser y Nos, and Colli Cymru i’r Mor. He has also fronted BBC Wales programmes such as X-Ray, The Hour, and Proms in the Park.

From current affairs and news to gaming, culture, sport, and entertainment, Steffan’s true skill lies in making complex topics relatable, engaging, and human. His natural storytelling ability, humour, and empathy make him one of the most versatile and well-loved presenters in British broadcasting.

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