I’ve done hundreds of broadcast interviews with thousands of people — from high street shoppers to senior leaders. Some are seasoned pros who’ve dealt with the media for years. For others, it’s their very first time in front of a camera. And let’s be honest: it can feel terrifying. But it doesn’t have to be.Continue reading “There’s no such thing as an interview”
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BBC Local Radio Archive
I worked in the BBC from 1998 to 2025, and during that time we witnessed enormous changes in the way broadcasting worked. BBC Local Radio was a perfect microcosm of this, and the documents on this page serve as a reminder of what once was. Although these are largely internal documents, there are no stateContinue reading “BBC Local Radio Archive”
Digital Literacy and Online Safety
Today’s technology brings many advantages – but it also spells danger, with disinformation becoming part of everyday life. How young people navigate this has profound and lasting consequences. As an experienced broadcast journalist, I know more than most how disinformation and misinformation is now filling our digital world. How trusted sources are found and howContinue reading “Digital Literacy and Online Safety”
Employee Relations and Transformation
Let’s be honest: most people dislike change. It can feel disruptive, confusing, even threatening. How your company handles change can make or break your workforce. I can help you turn that challenge into a positive experience, keeping your people engaged every step of the way. Why Communication Matters Most businesses want people to be atContinue reading “Employee Relations and Transformation”
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Ofcom and Media Regulation: Broadcasting Code and Case Studies
Who regulates the media? In the UK, broadcast media channels are regulated by Ofcom – the Office of Communications.. At the heart of this is the Ofcom Broadcast Code. For the purposes of journalism, the sections you’re likely to be most interested in are Due Impartiality and Due Accuracy (Section 5), and the regulations aroundContinue reading “Ofcom and Media Regulation: Broadcasting Code and Case Studies”
A campaign with impact
What happens when the news becomes the news? In Autumn 2022 the BBC set out proposals to drastically cut bespoke output from its 39 Local Radio stations. We created a compelling set of campaign materials for the National Union of Journalists. The project – in summary The project – in detail Step one : SimpleContinue reading “A campaign with impact”
Media Training and Reputation Management
Today’s media landscape is vast and daunting. The rapid growth of social media means anyone can be a publisher. While this creates many opportunities for your business, it also brings risk. Eliminate that risk by being prepared to answer those awkward questions. I’ll let you in on an industry secret – journalists really don’t careContinue reading “Media Training and Reputation Management”
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