Blooming Good Talkers – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Ever wondered how to handle tricky interview questions and stay on message? Join Tamsyn & Hannah as they chat to educator and all round expert talker, Niamh Sweeney. She shares her journey from the classroom to being an advocate in the media spotlight, bringing real stories to life. A conversation you don’t want to miss!

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In this series, we share insider tips on communicating effectively. We'll hear from top talkers about what it takes to influence, persuade and tell compelling stories. We'll find out how to handle nerves and come across confidently in everything from media appearances, to presentations, work meetings and everyday conversations. Our guests give great tips and we get to learn from some of their disasters too! Each episode, you’ll come away with the skills to become what we journalists call a "good talker."

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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!

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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.

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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!

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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!

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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.

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

And, here is a link to the brilliant work of Meningitis Now