Blooming Good Talkers episode 2 - charity ceo, Mark Game

Blooming good talkers episode 6 - Meningitis now ceo, dr tom nutt

When meningitis cases began clustering in Kent in March 2026, Dr. Tom Nutt of Meningitis Now found himself at the centre of a national media storm doing back-to-back broadcast interviews with almost no preparation time. In this episode, Tom talks candidly about how to balance scientific credibility with human empathy, how to stay calm and on-message when the questions are unpredictable, and why knowing your boundaries is as important as knowing your brief. Whether you're a communications professional, charity spokesperson, or simply curious about what good crisis comms looks like in practice, this episode is packed with insight.

Blooming Good Talkers episode 5 - Firefighter, Lauren Quigley

Lauren Quigley, a Greater Manchester firefighter and former Great Britain professional swimmer, explains how sport and motivational speaking help her communicate calmly under pressure. Her tips can help you prepare yourself, stay calm and be heard in high-stakes situations.

Blooming Good Talkers episode 4 - author and broadcaster, Chris Smith

Ever thought about the power of humour in communication? In this episode, Hannah and Tamsyn chat with the brilliant author and broadcaster, Chris Smith, about why sharing a laugh isn't just fun but a fundamental way to connect with people and get across meaningful messages. Chris, who’s written tonnes of children’s books including the New Famous Five series, shares his tips and tricks for bringing in humour including how you can learn to write and tell jokes. Tune in to discover how even the silliest jokes (and Chris tells quite a few) can break down barriers and create connection! Get in touch Bloom Media Coaching [https://www.bloommediacoaching.com]

Blooming Good Talkers episode 3 - childhood wellbeing expert, Sally Hogg

Dive into our insightful conversation with Sally Hogg, an expert in children's early development, as she shares her journey, challenges and the impact of effective communication in the public sector. Discover the power of unscripted speaking and learn the secrets to engaging audiences both large and small. Don’t miss it! If you’d like to find out more about the training we offer you can get in touch through our website www.bloommediacoaching.com

Blooming Good Talkers episode 2 - charity ceo, Mark Game

Exciting Episode Alert! Join us as Mark Game shares his journey from the world of corporate finance to founding The Bread and Butter Thing. Discover the power of storytelling and authenticity in building a community. Listen now! We’d love to hear from you and if you’d like to find out more about the training we offer you can get in touch here www.bloommediacoaching.com You can find details of volunteering, donating and the location of your nearest hub at https://www.breadandbutterthing.org/ [https://www.breadandbutterthing.org/]