PR is ever-changing and evolving. Luckily, there is a host of podcasts that can keep you ahead of the curve on industry trends, topical news and insights.
PR podcasts can give us direct access to some of the most influential and experienced people in the industry.
But which podcast is right for you?
Here are the bClear teams’ top 5 podcasts for you to explore.
When It Hits the Fan
It’s the team’s favourite PR podcast. When it Hits the Fan is hosted by PR heavyweights David Yelland, a former editor of the Sun, and Simon Lewis, former Director of Comms for the Queen and Gordon Brown. The pair discuss the week’s biggest news stories and PR disasters and provide insights into how companies and organisations navigate crises and how they communicate during high-stakes situations.
The When it Hits the Fan team also make mini ten-minute episodes called Quick Wins. They answer listeners’ questions and advise on topics such as ‘how to get ahead when you’re shy’ and ‘how to deal with online abuse’.
Beyond the Noise – PR Week
This podcast is produced by PR Week, a leading publication for PR and communications professionals. Beyond the Noise focuses on breaking down the most important stories and trends affecting the PR and communications industry, often examining PR Week’s own research into emerging trends in PR. The hosts dive into the ‘noise’ of daily headlines to offer in-depth analysis, often featuring interviews with industry experts.
The Media Show
Produced by the BBC, The Media Show explores the dynamics of the media landscape. It covers topics ranging from journalism, advertising, PR, and how the digital age is transforming media industries. Episodes feature expert opinions and discussions. It’s a go-to resource for anyone interested in understanding how the media works and how it’s evolving.
PRmoment Podcast
PRmoment is a well-known UK platform that covers PR and communications topics. The podcast features interviews with senior PR professionals discussing PR strategy, industry innovations, career advice, and sector-specific trends. The podcast offers valuable insights for PR pros at all levels.
Fuse – From PRCA
This podcast is produced by the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA), a global body for the PR industry.
Fuse’s guests are big names in PR as well as politics, business and academia. Together they delve into the ever-evolving world of communications, PR, and marketing, discussing the latest challenges and opportunities in communications.
These podcasts are excellent resources for PR professionals and anyone interested in media, communications, and crisis management. They provide insights into industry trends, expert analysis, and practical advice for navigating today’s fast-paced media environment.
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