Edward VIII arrives at BBC headquarters for first speech to commonwealth as king

The transcript describes a historic event at Broadcasting House, the BBC headquarters, where King Edward delivered his first broadcast message. Upon arrival, he was greeted by the chairman and director, General Sir John Reed. The broadcast marked the first time the nation and the empire's millions heard the king's voice.

Who delivered the historic message that was broadcasted?

What was the role of General Sir John Reed in the context of the broadcast?