She played a key role in the launch of Today on BBC Radio 4, and served as its first senior producer.

Benzie became a secretary at the BBC in 1927, just two years after it first had de facto national coverage in Britain.

Isa Benzie was paid £150 per year as assistant to the head of the Foreign Liaison department, Major CF Atkinson.

She oversaw relationships with broadcasters worldwide, including for significant events such as the 1936 Summer Olympics and for the Coronation of George VI and Elizabeth.

[6] Benzie and Janet Quigley "worked with Winnicott to improve his broadcasting style" and shaped the content of the programmes.

[6] Benzie played a key role in October 1957 in the launch of Today on BBC Radio 4, which she named.