Podcasts by Don

S2 Episode 6: How to build a cohesive and diverse culture that’s fit for purpose, with Jenni Field from 2022-01-07T05:00

In this, the last episode of series 2, I talk with Jenni Field, business strategist, author, podcaster and founder of Redefining Communications. We cover a lot of ground in this episode, includi...

S2 Episode 5: How to get your digital strategy right in a Covid world, with Tony Stewart from 2021-12-17T05:00

In this episode I talk with Tony Stewart, Head of digital at scarlettabott and self-confessed digital geek, about how to get your digital strategy right in a Covid world.

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S2 Episode 4: Review of COP26 and the evolution of the ESG agenda, with Robbie Sommerville from 2021-12-03T05:00

In this episode, I talk with Robbie Sommerville, Director of ESG Communications at Credit Suisse about the impact of COP26 and the evolution of environment and social issues in different regions...

S2 Episode 3: What the corporate world can learn from how the Navy manages a crisis, with Sheena Thomson from 2021-11-19T05:00

In this episode I talk with Sheena Thomson, an expert in international relations, reputation and crisis management, who started her communications career with the Royal Navy, about what the corp...

S2 Episode 2: The unique challenge of working in retail communications, with Sam Bleazard from 2021-11-05T05:00

In this episode I talk with Sam Bleazard, Employee Communications and Engagement Lead at Fortnum & Mason about the unique challenge of working in retail communications

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S2 Episode 1: Using technology to build a global internal community, with Kim England from 2021-10-29T05:00

In this first episode of the second series, I talk with Kim England, VP of Global Employee Communications at Pearson, a self-confessed tech geek who is passionate about collaboration and communi...

Episode 17: The impact of COVID on communication, collaboration and culture, with Rachel Miller from 2021-06-04T05:00

In this, the last episode of series one, I talk with Rachel Miller, consultant, trainer, podcaster, and a recognised authority on internal communication, about the challenges internal communicat...

Episode 16: Working on innovation projects that can change the world, with Vicki DeBlasi from 2021-05-21T05:00

In this episode of the podcast, I talk with Vicki DeBlasi, who specialises in PR and marketing for innovation and technology projects. We’re talking about the unique challenge of working on proj...

Episode 15: The relationship between PR and journalism and the changing media landscape, with Neil Henderson from 2021-05-07T06:00

In this episode of the podcast, I talk with Neil Henderson, a corporate communications director, whose earlier career was in broadcast journalism for the major TV networks. 

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Episode 14: How to run an international, virtual PR agency without burning out, with George Blizzard from 2021-04-23T07:00

In this episode of the podcast, I talk with George Blizzard, co-founder of The PR Network, about the benefits and challenges of flexible working in all its forms.

We discuss:

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Episode 12: Climate Change - preparing business for the ultimate crisis, with Mark Hutcheon from 2021-03-19T07:00

In this episode of the Don't Shoot The Messenger podcast, I talk with Mark Hutcheon, who is a Director in the crisis and reputation practice at Deloitte, helping clients predict and prepare...

Episode 11: ESG and corporate reputation in a post-COVID world, with Steve Earl from 2021-03-05T07:00

In this episode, I talk with Steve Earl, agency MD who has led and grown communications consultancies over a 25-year career, working with companies going through sweeping change. 

We discu...

Episode 10: Social Media for Leaders - trust, trends and tips, with Phil Szomszor from 2021-02-19T07:00

In this episode of the Don't Shoot The Messenger podcast, I talk Phil Szomszor, a social media consultant for business leaders, brands and sales teams. 

We discuss:

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Episode 9: Purpose - the link between corporate morality and customer/employee loyalty, with Ros Hunt from 2021-02-05T07:00

In this episode of the Don't Shoot The Messenger podcast, I talk Ros Hunt who helps businesses define and communicate their core purpose and wider value to society. 

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Episode 8: Public Policy - helping to shape the rules by which all business is governed, with Linda Griffin from 2021-01-22T07:00

In this episode of the Don't Shoot The Messenger podcast, I talk with Linda Griffin, VP Public Policy at Activision Blizzard & King (the people who brought us Candy Crush).

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Episode 7: Corporate Activism - the good, the bad and the completely misjudged with Kate Levine from 2021-01-08T07:00

In this episode of the Don't Shoot The Messenger podcast, I talk with Kate Levine, who works with organisations seeking to drive positive change, about how corporate activism can be a force...

Episode 6: Sorry seems to be the hardest word - communicating during a crisis with Rod Cartwright from 2020-12-18T06:00

In this episode of Don’t Shoot The Messenger, I talk with Rod Cartwright, corporate reputation and crisis communications expert about:

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Episode 5: Pivoting, professional development and pushing through barriers - the Millennial experience, with Naomi Smith from 2020-12-03T13:00

In this episode of Don't Shoot The Messenger, I talk to Naomi Smith - an HR turned communications professional  - about how millennials navigate a successful career in a competitive market....

Episode 4: The highs and lows of a portfolio career with Mallika Basu - the 'Mary Portas of food and drink' from 2020-11-24T08:00

In this episode of Don't Shoot The Messenger, I talk to Mallika Basu, communications consultant, food and drink writer and entrepreneur.  We discuss the reality of having a portfolio career...

Episode 3: How to have a successful career in internal communications with Trudy Lewis from 2020-11-06T14:00

In this episode of Don't Shoot The Messenger, I talk to Trudy Lewis, communications consultant and executive coach, about her career in internal communications. Trudy shares her frustration...

Episode 2: PR agency-client relationships and the highs & lows of pitching with Mark Schmid from 2020-10-01T11:00

In this episode of DSTM I talk to Mark Schmid, Joint MD of marketing and communications agency Simmons x Schmid, about the pitching process and the importance of building long term client/agency...

Episode 1: A life in PR - crazy stunts; controversy and coronavirus with Steve Marinker from 2020-09-10T15:00

In this pilot episode, I talk to Steve Marinker, who has worked in PR agencies for years. We talk about career paths, serious corporate campaigns and crazy consumer stunts (Peperami smoothie any...

Episode 1: A life in PR - crazy stunts; controversy and coronavirus with Steve Marinker from 2020-09-10T15:00

In this pilot episode, I talk to Steve Marinker, who has worked in PR agencies for years. We talk about career paths, serious corporate campaigns and crazy consumer stunts (Peperami smoothie any...