Fuse - The PR, Marketing and Communications Podcast

On this episode, our host, Adrian Ma, is joined by long-time friend and leading voice in the study of race, media, and cultural industries, Professor Anamik Saha. Anamik Saha is a Professor of Race and Media at the University of Leeds and co-editor of the European Journal of Cultural Studies.

His work critically explores how race and power shape the media we consume, and he’s the co-author of the powerful new book The Anti-Racist M...

Join host Adrian Marr as he sits down with David Blois, a veteran M&A expert with over 30 years of experience in the communications industry, to unravel the intricate world of agency acquisitions and mergers. In this riveting episode, David pulls back the curtain on what happens behind the scenes of high-stakes business deals. From his early days navigating the challenging markets of post-Berlin Wall Eastern Europe to becoming ...

In this episode of PRCA Fuse, our host, Farzana Baduel, CEO of Curzon PR, is joined by Viroslava Novosylna, CEO of Slova Tech PR and co-founder of W Tech, who discusses her daily routine, emphasising the significance of mental health and personal activities. She highlights the challenges of managing an international team after the Ukraine invasion, focusing on mental health and remote work. Viroslava shares her journey of launching...

In this episode of PRCA Fuse, our host, Farzana Baduel, sits with Daisy Pack, Managing Director of Hunter, and discusses her daily routine, emphasizing the importance of exercise and creative thinking.

She highlighted her experience with major brands and her role in growing Hunter UK, which includes a hybrid work schedule and close collaboration with a US team of 300. Daisy shared insights on cultural differences between the UK and...

In this episode of PRCA Fuse Global, we sit down with Amanda Coleman, a crisis communication specialist with over 25 years of experience in exploring the evolving landscape of crisis management, reputation strategy, and PR leadership.

Amanda shares her journey from journalism to PR, her critical role in the Manchester Arena attack response, and how organisations can better prepare for and handle crises. She also discusses the impact...

In this episode, our host, Farzana Baduel, sits down with Charles Duhigg, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling author of The Power of Habit, Smarter Faster Better, and his latest Super Communicators. Charles translates complex behavioural science into actionable strategies, offering insights into productivity, decision-making, and effective communication.We explore keystone habits, powerful routines that trigger positi...

In this episode, host Farzana Baduel welcomes award-winning journalist and author Sathnam Sanghera to discuss his journey from Wolverhampton to becoming a leading voice in British journalism.

Known for his acclaimed memoir The Boy With The Topknot and novel Marriage Material, Sathnam explores identity, multiculturalism, and storytelling’s impact on society. As a passionate advocate for diversity and vulnerability wherever he is, h...

In this episode, host Farzana Baduel speaks with Mitch Kaye, an industry trailblazer and co-founder of The Academy, one of the UK’s fastest-growing consumer PR agencies.

From starting his career in the BSkyB press office to leading agencies that have redefined the industry, Mitch has established himself as a creative trailblazer and a passionate advocate for innovation in PR.

Mitch co-founded The Academy in 2014. Since then, it h...

In this episode of PRCA Fuse, host Farzana Baduel is joined by the visionary Gemma Moroney, co-founder of SHOOK, the award-winning UK creative communications agency named Creative Agency of the Year 2024. Gemma shares her inspiring journey into the PR industry, her passion for solving problems through communication and creativity, and the values that keep SHOOK’s team motivated and innovative. Her expertise has earned her accolades...

In this episode of PRCA Fuse, our host, Farzana Baduel, sits down with Yasir Khan, one of the world’s leading CEO Speech Coaches and a global authority on public speaking. With a mission to elevate professionals into the top 1% of communicators, Yasir brings a wealth of expertise, having coached over 2,500 leaders worldwide. His practical and engaging approach empowers CEOs and aspiring leaders to speak with confidence, authority, ...

In this episode, host Farzana Baduel sits down with trailblazing PR consultant and advocate Ishtar Schneider, whose career spans continents, industries, and pioneering initiatives. Ishtar shares her journey from an ambitious intern at Edelman Australia to an established leader in public relations, with expertise in healthcare and a deep commitment to mental health, gender equity, and diversity. Now a global health PR consultant, Is...

In this episode of PRCA Fuse, Farzana speaks with Professor Lee Edwards, a leading academic in strategic communications and public engagement at the London School of Economics (LSE). With a unique background that bridges both academia and the PR industry, Lee brings a rich perspective on the socio-cultural dynamics of public relations, power, and diversity. Professor Edwards, who spent six years in the PR industry working with maj...

In this episode, host Farzana Baduel speaks with Richard Fogg, Managing Director of CCGroup, to explore his 25+ year journey in the B2B technology PR and marketing industry, discussing how he’s helped shape some of the world’s largest tech companies and challenger brands.

Richard is a renowned figure in the tech PR space, having grown CCGroup into an award-winning, global B2B PR agency. From his early days as an account executive t...

 In this episode, host Farzana Baduel chats with Mark Lowe, co-founder of Third City, one of the UK’s leading independent PR agencies.

Mark’s impressive 25+ year career spans a diverse range of sectors, including tech, healthcare, and FMCG. As a trusted advisor to senior clients and a regular commentator on brand reputation and sustainability, Mark has helped shape the PR industry’s approach to ESG and creativity. Under his leaders...

In this episode, host Farzana Baduel engages in an inspiring conversation with Julietta Dexter, a trailblazer in the world of communications and a champion of female empowerment in business. 

Julietta Dexter is the co-founder and former CEO of The Communications Store (TCS), a leading strategic brand development and communications partner for the world’s most iconic brands. Under her leadership, TCS became synonymous with integri...

In this episode, host Farzana Baduel engages in an enlightening conversation with Andrew Bruce Smith, a leading expert in artificial intelligence and its applications in digital PR, social media, SEO, and analytics.

Andrew Bruce Smith brings over 38 years of experience to the table, having strategically integrated AI into digital communications programmes for some of the world's largest brands. With a strong foundation in Philoso...

In this episode, host Dan Gold engages in a ‘PR numbers’ conversation with Darryl Sparey, Managing Director and Co-Founder of Hard Numbers, a multi-award-winning, performance-driven communications consultancy.

Darryl co-founded Hard Numbers to be the communications consultancy that clients' sales teams love. By combining killer creative strategies with hard commercial acumen, Hard Numbers delivers demand-generation campaigns that ...

In this episode, host Farzana Baduel engages in a fascinating conversation with John Harrington, an experienced editor and digital journalist, renowned for his editorial projects and deep understanding of media, politics, business, culture, and current affairs.

John Harrington is the Editor of PRWeek UK, with a career spanning over a decade in the industry. He holds a postgraduate diploma in journalism from City University and a f...

In this episode, host Dan Gold engages in a captivating conversation with Lamia Kamel, Founder and Executive Chairman of CC Plus, and a trailblazer in political communication and nation branding.

Lamia brings a wealth of experience from her extensive career, which includes founding CC Plus, one of Egypt's leading consultancy firms, and spearheading the Narrative PR Summit. As a former Assistant Minister of Tourism and Antiquities...