Jaume García Castro, a well-known figure in local media, has passed away in Huesca at the age of 57. Born in Barcelona on 23 June 1969 and holding a degree in Art History, García Castro dedicated much of his career to local broadcasting. He was a familiar voice on the former Ràdio L'Hospitalet, where he worked from 1993 until the station's closure in 2012.
During his time at Ràdio L'Hospitalet, he hosted various cultural and entertainment programmes, gaining recognition for his innovative approach to radio. One of his most memorable creations was the fictional magazine show Cotton Club, which premiered in September 2002. The programme featured real-life characters being interviewed by fictional ones, all part of a quirky club named Cotton.
García Castro's influence extended beyond radio; he also made his mark on local television. Between 2003 and 2005, he directed and presented Fábrica de Sueños, a programme dedicated to cinema. His professional voice and expertise reached beyond local borders, as he collaborated with major networks such as RNE, SER, Catalunya Ràdio, and Onda Cero.
A passionate advocate for culture in all its forms, García Castro described himself on social media as a broadcaster, critic, historian, writer, and proud “friki.” He balanced his journalistic duties with literary pursuits, publishing the anecdotal film book De cuando Indiana Jones derrotó al Teniente Colombo in 2009.
His communication skills also encompassed teaching, acting, and a vibrant digital presence. One of his last projects was the music selection podcast Perpetuum Mobile, which he maintained until October 2025. In recent years, he resided in Huesca, where he remained involved in various local press projects until his passing.
The editorial team at L'Hospitalet's media outlets remembers him fondly as “a cinema enthusiast, a radio lover, and a great communicator and music aficionado.”
