When It Hits the Fan
BBC Radio 4Inside the world of crisis managers and spin doctors as David Yelland and Simon Lewis watch the week's biggest PR disasters unfold. In each episode our hosts go behind the scenes of the latest news stories and find out how, where and when it all began to hit the fan.
When It Hits The Fan is hosted by two of the most influential and experienced people in the game; David Yelland is the former edito... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 134 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsPolitics | |||
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It started with a bombshell but the aftershocks are only just getting started.
This week, David Yelland and Simon Lewis ask whether David and Victoria Beckham's seemingly bulletproof brand is under threat. The cause is of course the incredibly emoti... more
Reputations supposedly take years to build and seconds to destroy. But what if that's no longer the case?
What if the normal rules about earning - and keeping - a reputation simply don't apply any more.
This week, David Yelland is joined by Anoush... more
When everything's going really well, there's always a lurking fear that it can't possibly last.
This week, David Yelland and Simon Lewis look at how the discussion around weight-loss injections is suddenly, subtly shifting. New research suggests tha... more
Call it smoke and mirrors, call it sleight of hand. The best PR is often invisible PR.
In this latest episode of our mini-series on the Golden Rules of PR, David Yelland and Simon Lewis look at the risks of showing your workings.
Increased transpar... more
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Have loved this fascinating programme for a long time but listening to them fawning over the king made me want to vomit. No thanks.
Apple Podcasts2andrethescribe
United Kingdoma month ago - V interesting, & David worked at The Sun.
Such an interesting and lovely conversation about topical events and the PR around it… David Yelland will say he worked at The Sun about 6 times per ep though.
Apple Podcasts4pauliegram01United Kingdom3 months ago - Excellent
Interesting and informative podcast
Apple Podcasts5Helly UKUnited Kingdom4 months ago - Riveting!
Bite size experience delivered in a way that shows their natural expertise, give generously. Love it! :)
Apple Podcasts5Sarah J FenwickUnited Kingdom5 months ago - Fascinating
Can’t get enough of these guys, their take on things is borne out of experience which is so interesting and ultimately useful.
Apple Podcasts5BizzoHUnited Kingdom7 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #44 | United Kingdom/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #98 | United Kingdom/News |
Apple Podcasts | #108 |  Italy/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #206 |  Australia/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #18 |  Ukraine/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #57 |  Denmark/News/Politics |
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The content focuses on the intricate world of public relations, specifically examining high-profile crises and the strategies behind managing them. Episodes cover a range of topics, such as celebrity PR disasters, the implications of public statements, and the evolving dynamics in communications across various sectors, from politics to entertainment. Notable themes include authenticity in public narratives, the accountability of organizations during crises, and the intersection of media and PR strategies. This unique exploration is delivered by seasoned hosts who leverage their substantial backgrounds in the industry to provide insightful analysis and anecdotes, creating a resourceful and often entertaining experience for listeners interest... more
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4. Marianna Spring
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6. Matthew Freud
7. Dorothy Byrne
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