Shows
JournalismUK PodcastCovering the climate community, with Waqas Ejaz of the Reuters InstitutePolicymakers, scientists and even disruptive protest groups all largely want the same thing: to save the planet. They just go about it in different ways - here is how the media fits in
2025-09-1932 minJournalismUK PodcastUnderstanding and serving the neurodiverse community, with Nick RansomDiversity of thought can create many divisions within its own community on how experiences are referred to. So, what chance does the media have to get it right?
2025-09-1131 minJournalismUK PodcastEngaging with student and early-career professionals, with Dazed MediaYoung people looking to break into the creative industries need practical guidance, solidarity and a confidence boost, say Jack Sunnucks and Harry Slater
2025-09-0532 minJournalismUK PodcastThrowback episode: Why journalists risk their lives for a story, with Dr Anthony FeinsteinA leading psychiatrist explains why some reporters go to extraordinary lengths to hold power to account and what they do to mitigate risks
2025-08-2927 minJournalismUK PodcastCommunity engagement 2.0, with Anita Li of The Green LineDiscover a four-step process that can help your nearest and dearest readers not just engage with the news, but engage with the world around them
2025-08-2227 minJournalismUK PodcastHow to listen to people who avoid the news, with Shirish Kulkarni, Abdi Yusuf and Rhiannon White“If you want people to trust you, do trustworthy things," say the organisers of a six-month project between BBC and Media Cymru to understand why marginalised groups do not engage with journalism
2025-08-1424 minJournalismUK PodcastThrowback: Covering a community's recovery, with Andrew Brown of Stand Up For SouthportThe Merseyside holiday town of Southport is trying to reclaim its identity as a place of happy memories after witnessing three horrific murders and riots. How can news providers help the local community get back on its feet?
2025-08-0730 minJournalismUK PodcastThrowback: Maria Breslin, editor of The Liverpool Echo, on covering the Southport tragedy and UK riots"We're still here when the national media goes home, so the weight of responsibility is quite heavy"
2025-08-0128 minJournalismUK PodcastThrowback episode: Rozina Breen, CEO and editor-in-chief of TBIJInvestigative journalism is grappling with SLAPP lawsuits, new formats and inspiring a new wave of diverse news leaders
2025-07-2534 minJournalismUK PodcastNewsrewired throwback: the CIA's secrets to creative problem solvingJust like journalists, the CIA agents deal with stress, deadlines and tasks, leaving little time for creative thinking. Get inspired by their four techniques that can increase your own solution-generating power
2025-07-1828 minJournalismUK PodcastLoretta Chao of American Journalism Project, on getting more survey responses from readersA three-prong approach of community ambassadors, focus groups and text messages encourages more constructive insights from local news audiences
2025-07-1128 minJournalismUK PodcastFuture-proofing your newsroom, with Lucy KuengMedia companies can no longer be something for everyone - but we can be everything to someone instead
2025-07-0418 minJournalismUK PodcastHow writing fiction helped me deal with PTSD, with Northern Irish journalist Leona O'NeillWriting a story about a supernatural hero serving justice to those whose crimes have gone unpunished helped Leona cope with witnessing the senseless murder of her peer, Lyra McKee
2025-06-2735 minJournalismUK Podcast2012 vs 2025 in digital media: Nic Newman, lead author of the RISJ Digital News ReportAs Newman reflects on more than a decade of documenting journalism's most turbulent transformation, we explore the uncomfortable truths his research revealed: Why has building audience trust remained journalism's most elusive goal? What made tablets the industry's most expensive false dawn? And were there early warning signs that personality-driven influencers would eventually challenge traditional newsrooms?
2025-06-1932 minJournalismUK PodcastFour golden opportunities for indie newsrooms, with Joe Mitchell of PINFWhen there are precious few resources to spare, how do you decide what to prioritise?
2025-06-1230 minJournalismUK PodcastWork smarter, not harder: six lessons from NewsrewiredFrom user needs frameworks to community-driven subscription campaigns, we uncover practical strategies that help publishers achieve remarkable growth despite shrinking resources
2025-06-0720 minJournalismUK PodcastNurturing the next generation of talent, with the YOJO newsroomFancy honing your skills in Athens? A bold new initiative offers on-the-job training, tools and mentorship for English-speaking university graduates. Relocation support is on offer, too
2025-05-2326 minJournalismUK PodcastSLAPPs, Assange and the Trump effect: Fiona O'Brien of Reporters Without Borders on UK press freedomThe annual World Press Freedom Index ranks the UK as 20th out of 180 countries. We reflect on the big trends and turning points from the last 12 months
2025-05-1536 minJournalismUK PodcastNewsrewired throwback: Sean Gourley on why technology is dictating newsroom strategyGenerative AI is advancing at an unprecedented speed and newsrooms will find it harder to keep up if they completely reject the tech, says the physicist and serial entrepreneur
2025-05-0228 minJournalismUK PodcastAI, ethics and editorial power: voices from the IQ Media ConferenceCan AI free journalists to do better work? Will it deepen inequalities? And what happens when the line between human and machine-generated content starts to blur? These questions and more answered
2025-04-2419 minJournalismUK PodcastHow journalists can cover LGBTQ+ stories, with Enrique Anarte Lazo of ContextInspiring and relatable news content can create a connection with people who often have a shared experience of discrimination, prejudice and abuse
2025-04-0334 minJournalismUK PodcastMichael MacLeod, founder of The Edinburgh and London Minute, on growing a curated, community newsletterThis journalist left a comfy job at Meta to launch two Substack titles that bring essential news and updates to local audiences. The formula has proved a hit, and many others now follow suit
2025-03-2035 minJournalismUK PodcastLaura Bartlett: 'Dragons' Den rejection led me to building a successful media brand'The popular TV show for aspiring entrepreneurs tore a lifestyle magazine business pitch to shreds 12 years ago. But the young founder used the feedback to create a better publication, which she recently sold for a sum that set her up for life
2025-02-2035 minJournalismUK PodcastWhat does it mean to serve a local community? With Ed Jennings and Steven KeevilA Substack newsletter covering the Medway towns has plans to expand into a county-wide title, so it can deliver on two goals: be a critical friend and champion local successes
2025-01-3031 minJournalismUK PodcastSam Morshead, founder of CounterPress, on a new business model for local sports newsRegional reporting has a problem: it is chasing volume for advertisers, instead of value for audiences. A new publishing platform seeks to reverse the trend, starting with an outlet covering Swindon Football Club
2025-01-2332 minJournalismUK PodcastDaniel McLaughlin, Reach plc podcast editor, on growing a community showThe job is not done once you hit publish or clip up soundbites for social. To keep local listeners interested, you must remain fresh and interesting
2025-01-0926 minJournalismUK PodcastChristmas special: 2024 in review, with Simon OwensThe big expansions, closures and acquisitions of 2024 tell us one thing: you cannot afford not to listen to your audience in the year to come
2024-12-2434 minJournalismUK PodcastJasper Hamill, founder of Machine, on the 'payeewall' - an alternative to paywallsA new tech journalism co-operative publication launches with an ambitious concept: rewarding readers for engaging with content instead of asking them to pay
2024-12-1221 minJournalismUK PodcastNewsrewired throwback: fact-checking, Gen Z and public interest newsIn May, our flagship journalism conference explored new threats around misinformation, how to combat political apathy among young readers and how to sustain essential journalism. We look at the main takeaways before next week's event
2024-11-2135 minJournalismUK PodcastAbbianca Nassar: 'What I learned from running an online investigative journalism outlet'AWP Magazine could not survive on self-financing and a few grants, despite its noble ambitions. So what could it have done differently?
2024-11-1430 minJournalismUK PodcastNewsrewired study tour sneak peek with Fortune and Metro UKFortune’s executive editor for Europe Alex Wood Morton, and Metro UK's head of growth Martina Andretta lift the lid on their successful revenue growth strategies
2024-11-0726 minJournalismUK PodcastHow journalists can become media consultants, with Ramaa SharmaA former BBC executive with 17 years at the broadcaster shares how she made a career change into consultancy - and how you can too
2024-10-3129 minJournalismUK PodcastBrian Whelan from Times Radio on growing a successful YouTube news channelThe digital radio broadcaster has amassed 1m subscribers on the social video platform - but a vanity metric does not pay the bills. We learn that revenue comes from longer watch time and reaching the right markets
2024-10-2435 minJournalismUK PodcastHow did women's magazines from the 1970s remain relevant?Franki Cookney and Lucy Douglas of the Mag Hags podcast take a flick through 50 years of glossy magazines and examine what has - and has not - stood the test of time
2024-10-1727 minJournalismUK PodcastSky News producer and psychotherapist James Scurry: 'Journalists are a decade behind the latest knowledge about mental health'Depression, schizophrenia and narcissism are all terms that are widely misunderstood and misreported, allowing myths to persist and those affected to feel hopeless
2024-10-1033 minJournalismUK PodcastWhy The Lincolnite closed down, with Daniel IonescuThe independent local news organisations innovated plenty and invested heavily. But in the end, there was not enough public support to keep it going
2024-10-0335 minJournalismUK PodcastDmitry Shishkin, new CEO of Ringier Media International, on leading growth across 80 media brandsShishkin plans to align diverse newsrooms and tackle the challenges of expanding into new markets with a clever internal document that brings audience and data teams on the same page
2024-09-2624 minJournalismUK PodcastRachel Duffy, senior social media editor of The Telegraph, on using Reddit for newsSub-reddits, karma, AMAs and more all jargon-busted and explained how they can help your newsroom get closer to highly engaged audiences
2024-09-2032 minJournalismUK PodcastTackling new challenges for data journalism, with DC Thomson's Lesley-Anne Kelly and Ema SabljakHow do you sort through murky ownership data when telling stories about vacant high street properties in Scottish cities?
2024-09-0534 minJournalismUK PodcastHow to smash a fundraising campaign target, with Eliz Mizon of The Bristol CableThe independent, co-operative local news organisation just hit its target to increase membership revenue by £60k in one year
2024-08-2932 minJournalismUK PodcastMedia analyst Thomas Baekdal: 'News publishers must stop fighting for the scraps of ad revenue'As Google decides not to phase out third-party cookies after all, the news industry needs to reinvent its advertising model instead of competing with big tech head-on
2024-08-0833 minJournalismUK PodcastOliver Rouane-Williams of Ipswich.co.uk: 'I spent my life savings on launching a local news site'A radical alternative to local newspapers has just launched in Suffolk: its writing is Axios-inspired, its domain names cost £25k and it has no ads, paywalls or cookies
2024-07-3032 minJournalismUK PodcastFive podcast and newsletter lessons from leading publishers, with Media VoicesNews organisations of all sizes can dip into niche topics and tap into to specialist audiences by going direct to people’s inboxes and earbuds
2024-07-2234 minJournalismUK PodcastBanseka Kayembe of Naked Politics, on engaging Gen Z with political journalismIt is not enough to report on what is happening with politics. Young people want actionable information delivered to schools and colleges
2024-07-1129 minJournalismUK PodcastThe legacy of WikiLeaks, with award-winning journalist James BallAlthough Julian Assange is famously difficult to work with, he will be ironically best remembered for transforming investigative journalism into a collaborative field
2024-07-0432 minJournalismUK PodcastRISJ Digital News Report 2024: User needs with Vogue and The ConversationThe annual study into media trends found that audiences are not getting the inspirational and entertaining news they need. Two newsrooms with mature user needs strategies offer their perspective on how to address this mismatch
2024-06-2036 minJournalismUK PodcastIndie News Week: Hani Barghouthi of PINF on galvanising local communities40 independent publishers are taking part in online campaigns and in-person events up and down the UK, in a combined effort to generate interest and revenue for community journalism
2024-06-0622 minJournalismUK PodcastNewsrewired sneak peek: the guide to life after the newsroom, with Alison Gow and Mark FrankelWhether you have been made redundant or need a fresh challenge, journalists can find work in non-reporting roles, self-employment, and other sectors. Here is how
2024-05-1634 minJournalismUK PodcastNewsrewired throwback with Media Voices: leadership, AI and business modelsWhat’s top of mind for today’s news leaders? Evolving at pace, finding your USP - but not burning out in the process
2024-05-0939 minJournalismUK PodcastRegulation, innovation and future-proofing: takeaways from Perugia on generative AIHave news organisations learned the right lessons from working with platforms? Are newsrooms being too short-sighted in their applications for the tech? These questions and more were discussed at the International Journalism Festival
2024-04-2633 minJournalismUK PodcastWhy PressPad closed down, with Olivia CrellinThe media startup sought to improve diversity in UK news by making work experience more affordable for students. But industry resistance, personal circumstances and funding issues proved insurmountable
2024-04-1829 minJournalismUK PodcastReporting on Big Tech, with Niamh McIntyre of The Bureau of Investigative JournalismA year-long investigation shows the increasingly narrow gap between tech platforms, surveillance and authoritarian regimes, making it a crucial area for journalists to monitor
2024-04-1124 minJournalismUK PodcastThe skills a modern newsroom leader needs, with Niketa PatelThe senior director of leadership programmes at CUNY discusses how to lead with empathy, motivate your team and create a culture geared toward experimentation, whatever the size of your newsroom
2024-04-0430 minJournalismUK PodcastWorkflow tips in participatory journalism, with Annie Slemrod and Nuha Al-JunaidThe New Humanitarian garnered more than 100 contributions for its Yemen Listening Project detailing how lives have been affected by ongoing conflict
2024-03-2830 minJournalismUK PodcastCreating and developing GenAI workflows in the newsroom, with David CaswellNews organisations must strike a balance between being nimble and responsible with this increasingly accessible and innovative technology
2024-03-2228 minJournalismUK PodcastProtecting journalists on social media, with Valérie Bélair-GagnonPlatforms offer new connections and story leads but burnt-out reporters are increasingly disconnecting. What can newsrooms do to support them?
2024-03-1421 minJournalismUK PodcastProtecting independent journalism, with Lexie Kirkconnell-Kawana of IMPRESSBetween charitable status and news deals with big tech, there are lots of moves to support local news, but are they short-term patches or long-term solutions?
2024-03-0726 minJournalismUK PodcastHow to manage your screen-time as a journalist, with Dr Charlotte ArmitageFailing to switch off damages our relationships which are a vital support network for burnout-prone media professionals
2024-02-2921 minJournalismUK PodcastAnnette Young, TV news presenter, France 24, on running a news show about gender inequalityThe host and creator of The 51 Percent show talks about what it takes to keep a series going for a decade when it comes with tough topics and online backlash
2024-02-2226 minJournalismUK PodcastAddressing consistent news avoidance, with Dr Benjamin ToffWhat can news organisations do to win over audiences that want nothing to do with them?
2024-02-1525 minJournalismUK PodcastUnveiling the lessons of a war reporter's journey, with Andrea BackhausA veteran conflict reporter shares the profound insights gained from a decade on the frontline, revealing the human experience amidst the chaos
2024-02-0831 minJournalismUK PodcastReporting on homicide and interviewing grieving families, with Tamara CherryNot giving time and space to those who have lost loved ones can contribute to their trauma and interrupt the healing process. Modern newsrooms must put the human before the scoop
2024-02-0135 minJournalismUK PodcastLars Jensen, team lead audience at Berlingske Media, on making organisational change stickHaving a shiny new strategy is not the same as getting results. So when the going gets tough, how can we stick to our new plans?
2024-01-2528 minJournalismUK PodcastSeán Wood, CEO of Positive News, on fighting news avoidanceThe non-profit news organisation advertises its constructive stories in UK high streets and shopping centres to reach audiences where they are
2024-01-1818 minJournalismUK PodcastJournalism trends and predictions for 2024, with Nic NewmanWhat to watch for in the year ahead? Generative AI and social platforms offer both promise and pitfalls to newsrooms
2024-01-1122 minJournalismUK PodcastFinding happiness in journalism, with Avery HoltonJournalists need to hold onto joy to overcome sadness, fear or anger so often associated with the profession. But newsroom managers also have a role in keeping spirits lifted
2023-12-2133 minJournalismUK PodcastManaging emotions in journalism, with Maja ŠimunjakWhen journalists are in control of how they feel, they can do their jobs better. But we first need to recognise and understand the impact our work has on our mental wellbeing
2023-11-3033 minJournalismUK PodcastNewsrewired throwback: What you learned at our previous digital journalism conferenceWhat are the biggest challenges facing newsrooms? Our audience shared their thoughts and takeaways from our last flagship media event
2023-11-1023 minJournalismUK PodcastGrowing the next generation of journalists, with Karen Fowler-WattWhat sort of journalism should educators be teaching? A new book wrestles with the traditional and evolving skills fledgling reporters need to acquire before setting foot in the newsroom
2023-11-0234 minJournalismUK PodcastHelping teenagers understand social platforms, with Sophia Smith GalerA journalist with half a million TikTok followers developed a content creator literacy programme that lifts the lid on how narratives spread on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube
2023-10-2633 minJournalismUK PodcastHow news brands can win over young audiences, with Danuta BregułaNews organisations need quality-of-life features and communication strategies that appeal to Gen Z and Gen Alpha
2023-10-2031 minJournalismUK PodcastManaging burnout and setting boundaries, with Headlines NetworkLearn how to separate your personal and professional life to protect your mental health and stay at the top of your game
2023-10-1231 minJournalismUK PodcastGender equity in the newsroom, with Luba KassovaHow can we improve how women are reported on and treated in journalism, before those pushing for better standards get burnt out and decide to leave?
2023-10-0635 minJournalismUK PodcastNeurodiversity in the newsroom, with Nick RansomHow can neurodiverse journalists be given the tools to work to the best of their ability and strengths?
2023-09-2932 minJournalismUK PodcastLearning to explain well, with BBC News presenter Ros Atkins (part two)How to be better at pitching stories and projects, asking audiences to trust you, and communicating with your colleagues
2023-09-2122 minJournalismUK PodcastLearning to explain well, with BBC News presenter Ros Atkins (part one)Communicate with clarity and confidence, whether telling a news story or doing a job interview
2023-09-1431 minJournalismUK PodcastHow to generate insights, with Chris KocekIdeas are two a penny. But the right information will maximise the efficiency of your editorial meetings and help you discover new stories
2023-09-0728 minJournalismUK PodcastA primer on AI language models, with Christopher Brennan of OvertoneWhat is the difference between reading and writing AI? How can these help my newsroom? And what on earth is pink slime? These questions and more answered
2023-08-3136 minJournalismUK PodcastInvestigating human trafficking, with ICIJ lead reporter Katie McQueThe Trafficking Inc investigative series conducted 300 interviews with victims of sex trafficking and forced labour. Learn about the process of finding human stories, verifying information and protecting sources
2023-08-2520 minJournalismUK PodcastPreethi Nallu, global director, Report for the World, on strengthening media ecosystemsThe media development organisation is stimulating more resilient business models and editorial processes in public interest news outlets around the world
2023-08-1826 minJournalismUK PodcastMadeleine White, editor-in-chief of The Audiencers, on subscriber conversion strategiesWant readers to sign up? Make the ask low commitment and early in their journey. That has been a breakthrough tactic for a publication writing about reader revenue best practices
2023-08-1029 minJournalismUK PodcastEleanor Mills, founder of Noon, on staying true to brand valuesNever lose sight of what matters most to your readers. For "the home of the Queenager", that means every new product must serve its mission to change the narrative around women in midlife
2023-08-0333 minJournalismUK PodcastThreads for journalists, with Matt NavarraA social media expert talks about the pros and cons of jumping on the latest social app bandwagon
2023-07-2027 minJournalismUK PodcastMobile journalism in Ukraine, with Robb MontgomeryDisplaced communities are full of rich stories, but a sensitive approach and careful planning are needed to capture the moment well - that is where MoJo shines
2023-07-1321 minJournalismUK PodcastChris Stone, executive producer at the New Statesman, on monetising podcastsThe NS award-winning podcast commercial strategy pulls many levers: platform ad revenue, in-house branded content deals and fuelling a wider digital subscription
2023-07-0631 minJournalismUK PodcastSupporting LGBTQ colleagues in the newsroom, with Finbarr ToeslandNearly nine in 10 LGBTQ journalists receive abuse and harassment targeting their sexuality, with many not flagging up issues or leaving the industry
2023-06-2931 minJournalismUK Podcast#MeToo inside the newsroom, with Jane Bradley and Lucy SiegleThe author of a recent NYT piece about sexual misconduct in the media industry and her core source have a message: the onus is on newsrooms - not victims - to expose sexual predators
2023-06-2238 minJournalismUK PodcastDigital News Report 2023: unpacking news participationThere are three types of readers: those who comment, those who like and share, and those who read and move on. Dr Kirsten Eddy discusses what this means for your newsroom strategy
2023-06-1630 minJournalismUK Podcast#MeToo in the media, with Empoword JournalismA new investigative piece about former Guardian columnist Nick Cohen shows how claims of sexual misconduct in the newsroom can fall on deaf ears. What impact does this have on young women starting their careers?
2023-06-0817 minJournalismUK PodcastAlison Millar, award-winning film-maker, on documentaries and press freedom in Northern IrelandWith her latest documentary, LYRA, we step into the life of esteemed investigative journalist Lyra McKee and what led to her death in 2019 in Derry
2023-06-0227 minJournalismUK PodcastAndrew Butler of Tortoise on an alternative to internshipsThe Tortoise Journalism School is a week-long crash course where aspiring journalists can learn its signature, slow style of reporting
2023-05-1824 minJournalismUK PodcastLaxmi Parthasarathy, COO of Global Press, on countering parachute journalismThe non-profit organisation has found that US audiences are growing tired of disaster-driven foreign news, turning to trained local reporters for the full story
2023-05-1127 minJournalismUK PodcastFiona O'Brien of Reporters Without Borders, on the state of UK press freedomSLAPPs and abuse of journalists are causing the UK to slip down the ranks of the World Press Freedom Index. But news organisations do have the power to affect change
2023-05-0528 minJournalismUK PodcastJames Wilson-Taylor of Rock Sound on reviving music journalismThe music title has been brought back from the dead after almost shutting down. Its future relies on helping superfans discover new artists and follow their favourite acts
2023-04-2630 minJournalismUK PodcastCatherine Salmond, editor at The Herald, on empowering women in the newsroomThe first female editor of the 240-years-old Scottish newspaper says diversity is key to future-proofing the media
2023-04-1327 minJournalismUK PodcastMattia Peretti, outgoing manager of JournalismAI, on responsible use of AINews companies are coming around to machine learning. But they must focus on the practical rather than the spectacle value
2023-04-0620 minJournalismUK PodcastMarian Chia-Ming Liu of The Washington Post, on the power of names and identityOne journalist spoke out about finally daring to start using her proper byline. Thousands of readers have responded with their own stories about identity and belonging
2023-03-3022 minJournalismUK PodcastLisa Mitchell, director of editorial Content at BFBS, on serving a military audienceThe British Forces Broadcasting Service is part-charity, part-news organisation. A seasoned editor discusses lines of impartiality, championing heroes and innovation in news
2023-03-2426 minJournalismUK PodcastYehong Zhu, CEO of Zette, on launching and growing a news media startupA Forbes business reporter-turned-entrepreneur sheds light on how to ignite your engine as a news business and secure venture capital investment
2023-03-1734 minJournalismUK PodcastThe impact of the Lockdown Files on journalism, with Cablegate journalist James BallThe leaked WhatsApp messages of Matt Hancock and his Tory peers has sparked debate over journalistic conduct. What will it mean for trust of sources and potential legal precedent?
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