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PR is not boring, it's what makes the world go around. But sometimes things, like this podcast, don't go to plan... This is a weekly podcast in which Martha Phillips (Source PR), Nick Wilmshurst (Ginger Wizard Productions) and Lewis Scott (also from Source PR) look at the week's PR triumphs and disasters.
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James Cordon, Luke Littler, Neil Young, the AA & woks
Season 1 · Episode 1
vendredi 10 janvier 2025 • Duration 39:21
Welcome to our brand new podcast! Each week we're going to be looking at who will be in our PR Hall of Shame or Hall of Fame.
We'd love to hear from you, if you want to talk to us, send us an email: prnoter@sourcemc.co.uk
In this first episode we'll be talking about;
- James Cordon and his return to Gavin and Stacey
- Luke Littler and his impact on the world of darts
- Neil Young and his Glastonbury u-turn.
Also along the way we'll chat about boiling water taps, The AA patroller of the year, The Royals, Aldi, Alex James, cheese and woks. All the big issues.
Who are we?
Nick Wilmshurst (Ginger Wizard Productions - Podcast production) https://www.gingerwizard.co.uk/
Martha Philips (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/marthaphillipssource/
Lewis Scott: (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewis-scott-a895b4174/
Source PR: https://www.sourcemc.co.uk/
Bracken Workspace: https://www.brackenwsp.co.uk/workspaces/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAhP67BhAVEiwA2E_9gy2VuaYImgE_LljmLZS4db5u1Givq_IHOboaze9Tir4eTTKeQXJyRxoC8SQQAvD_BwE
Martin Whiskin (Voiceover ace): https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-whiskin-voiceover/
It's PR not ER Trailer
Season 1
vendredi 3 janvier 2025 • Duration 01:28
Get ready, there's a new weekly PR podcast coming your way!
It’s PR, Not ER is a fun yet insightful show that delves into the world of public relations, marketing, and crisis communication.
Each week we'll be looking at those who have had a great week and those that... well let's just say that they could have done better.
Whether you're a PR professional, a marketing and communications enthusiast, a student or you're a business leader or entrepreneur looking after your own public image - This is a podcast for you.
Want to get in touch? Email: prnoter@sourcemc.co.uk
Source - https://www.sourcemc.co.uk/
Ginger Wizard Productions - https://www.gingerwizard.co.uk/
Lively v Baldoni, X-Facebook-TikTok, Bonnie Blue, Ikea, Primark, Lewis Hamilton and hot taps
Season 1 · Episode 3
vendredi 24 janvier 2025 • Duration 38:01
It's the difficult third album and we return to the PR Hall of Shame and Hall of Fame.
We'd love to hear from you, if you want to talk to us, send us an email: prnoter@sourcemc.co.uk
In this episode we'll be talking about;
- Blake Lively v Justin Baldoni - where does it end?
- Mainstream social media - where do you post?!
- Bonnie Blue - was it worth it?
Also along the way we'll chat about hot taps, Ikea, Primark and Lewis Hamilton
Who are we?
Nick Wilmshurst (Ginger Wizard Productions - Podcast production) https://www.gingerwizard.co.uk/
Martha Philips (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/marthaphillipssource/
Lewis Scott: (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewis-scott-a895b4174/
Source PR: https://www.sourcemc.co.uk/
Bracken Workspace: https://www.brackenwsp.co.uk/workspaces/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAhP67BhAVEiwA2E_9gy2VuaYImgE_LljmLZS4db5u1Givq_IHOboaze9Tir4eTTKeQXJyRxoC8SQQAvD_BwE
Martin Whiskin (Voiceover ace): https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-whiskin-voiceover/
Macy Gray, the FA, Teabags (Yorkshire tea), shorts, Meta, the AA and Thankers
Season 1 · Episode 2
vendredi 17 janvier 2025 • Duration 40:47
We're back for a second helping! Look out for a surprise in this week's show and we return to the PR Hall of Shame and Hall of Fame.
We'd love to hear from you, if you want to talk to us, send us an email: prnoter@sourcemc.co.uk
In this episode we'll be talking about;
- Macy Gray and her awkward appearance on The Masked Singer
- The FA Cup and the controversy over the Fourth Round replays
- Plastic in your teabags
Also along the way we'll chat about Michael Parkinson and his AI podcast, wearing shorts in winter, Yorkshire Tea and some right Thankers.
Who are we?
Nick Wilmshurst (Ginger Wizard Productions - Podcast production) https://www.gingerwizard.co.uk/
Martha Philips (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/marthaphillipssource/
Lewis Scott: (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewis-scott-a895b4174/
Source PR: https://www.sourcemc.co.uk/
Bracken Workspace: https://www.brackenwsp.co.uk/workspaces/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAhP67BhAVEiwA2E_9gy2VuaYImgE_LljmLZS4db5u1Givq_IHOboaze9Tir4eTTKeQXJyRxoC8SQQAvD_BwE
Martin Whiskin (Voiceover ace): https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-whiskin-voiceover/
Tragedy chanting, Gino D'Acampo, Peter Kay, Tesla, Currys, Taylor Swift, Glasses & you
Season 1 · Episode 6
vendredi 14 février 2025 • Duration 38:39
Episode six is here and we have sad news, but don't let that put you off as we prepare to return you to the PR Hall of Shame and Hall of Fame.
We'd love to hear from you, if you want to talk to us, send us an email: prnoter@sourcemc.co.uk
In this episode we'll be talking about;
- Tragedy chanting at football grounds and can clubs do more?
- Peter Kay and hecklers at his gig in Manchester
- Gino D'Acampo - How should celebrities handle allegations
Also along the way we'll chat about Tesla, Currys, Taylor swift at the Super Bowl, getting old and needing glasses and you, for listening!
Who are we?
Nick Wilmshurst (Ginger Wizard Productions - Podcast production) https://www.gingerwizard.co.uk/
Martha Philips (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/marthaphillipssource/
Lewis Scott: (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewis-scott-a895b4174/
Source PR: https://www.sourcemc.co.uk/
Bracken Workspace: https://www.brackenwsp.co.uk/workspaces/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAhP67BhAVEiwA2E_9gy2VuaYImgE_LljmLZS4db5u1Givq_IHOboaze9Tir4eTTKeQXJyRxoC8SQQAvD_BwE
Martin Whiskin (Voiceover ace): https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-whiskin-voiceover/
Boyzone & Louis Walsh, Wrexham FC, Steven Bartlett, Alex Carter, Huel, Luke Littler, Super Bowl ads and Top of the Pops
Season 1 · Episode 5
vendredi 7 février 2025 • Duration 52:09
Episode five arrives on your podcast platform like an unwelcome guest, as we prepare to return you to the PR Hall of Shame and Hall of Fame.
We'd love to hear from you, if you want to talk to us, send us an email: prnoter@sourcemc.co.uk
In this episode we'll be talking about;
- Boyzone and Louis Walsh and his responsibility to the singers
- Wrexham FC and their celebrity owners
- Steven Bartlett standing down from Huel
Also along the way we'll chat about Alex Carter (Lee from Hollyoakes), Luke Littler (again), Super Bowl ads and Top of the Pops.
Who are we?
Nick Wilmshurst (Ginger Wizard Productions - Podcast production) https://www.gingerwizard.co.uk/
Martha Philips (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/marthaphillipssource/
Lewis Scott: (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewis-scott-a895b4174/
Source PR: https://www.sourcemc.co.uk/
Bracken Workspace: https://www.brackenwsp.co.uk/workspaces/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAhP67BhAVEiwA2E_9gy2VuaYImgE_LljmLZS4db5u1Givq_IHOboaze9Tir4eTTKeQXJyRxoC8SQQAvD_BwE
Martin Whiskin (Voiceover ace): https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-whiskin-voiceover/
DeepSeek, David Coote, Screen time, parking meters, people of Halifax & phone cards
Season 1 · Episode 4
vendredi 31 janvier 2025 • Duration 46:56
It's Episode four of your weekly dose of PR madness, and we return to the PR Hall of Shame and Hall of Fame.
We'd love to hear from you, if you want to talk to us, send us an email: prnoter@sourcemc.co.uk
In this episode we'll be talking about;
- DeepSeek and how you get over competitors stealing your thunder
- David Coote and THAT interview
- Screen time and whether tech firms are missing a PR oppurtunity
Also along the way we'll chat about Parking meters, Novak Djokovic, Happy Valley, going out in the 90s and everyone who lives in Halifax.
Who are we?
Nick Wilmshurst (Ginger Wizard Productions - Podcast production) https://www.gingerwizard.co.uk/
Martha Philips (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/marthaphillipssource/
Lewis Scott: (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewis-scott-a895b4174/
Source PR: https://www.sourcemc.co.uk/
Bracken Workspace: https://www.brackenwsp.co.uk/workspaces/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAhP67BhAVEiwA2E_9gy2VuaYImgE_LljmLZS4db5u1Givq_IHOboaze9Tir4eTTKeQXJyRxoC8SQQAvD_BwE
Martin Whiskin (Voiceover ace): https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-whiskin-voiceover/
Taylor Swift, Bonnie Blue, Amazon, Busy roads, Turkey Teeth
Season 2 · Episode 1
vendredi 5 septembre 2025 • Duration 38:23
We have returned for a second series!
And there’s tons of PR triumphs and disasters to talk about – as we revisit the PR Hall of Fame and Shame!
We'd love to hear from you, if you want to talk to us, send us an email: prnoter@sourcemc.co.uk
In this episode we'll be talking about;
· Taylor Swift – She’s a force for good and generates great PR
· Turkey Teeth – Lewis’ teeth are BEAUTIFUL
· Bonnie Blue (again) – Her own bad PR is so good, but her actions are bad
· Amazon parcels – Too much cardboard!
· Busy roads – Schools are back, the roads are terrible
Who are we?
· Nick Wilmshurst (Ginger Wizard Productions - Podcast production) https://www.gingerwizard.co.uk/
· Martha Philips (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/marthaphillipssource/
· Lewis Scott: (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewis-scott-a895b4174/
· Source PR: https://www.sourcemc.co.uk/
· Bracken Workspace: https://www.brackenwsp.co.uk/workspaces/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAhP67BhAVEiwA2E_9gy2VuaYImgE_LljmLZS4db5u1Givq_IHOboaze9Tir4eTTKeQXJyRxoC8SQQAvD_BwE
· Martin Whiskin (Voiceover ace): https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-whiskin-voiceover/
Tesla, Brewdog, Guinness, Brand tie-ins, phones on loudspeaker, Paypal and crisp sandwiches
Season 2 · Episode 2
vendredi 19 septembre 2025 • Duration 34:53
It's episode two and we have an imposter in the podcast studio with us, but is he a thanker?
Chris Hughes from the Source team joins Martha and Nick as they look at recent PR triumphs and disasters and sort them into the halls of fame and shame.
We'd love to hear from you, if you want to talk to us, send us an email: prnoter@sourcemc.co.uk or leave us a comment on Spotify.
In this episode we'll be talking about;
- Brand tie-ins: Does a Guinness coffee cake work? What you can do with brand tie-ins to boost your message
- Brewdog and Tesla: If those at the top of your organisation become toxic figures, what can you do?
- Listening and talking on your mobile's speaker: It's a hard no from us
- Paypal: Good customer service goes a long way
- Crisp Sandwiches: What's the best crisp to put in between your bread
Who are we?
· Nick Wilmshurst (Ginger Wizard Productions - Podcast production) https://www.gingerwizard.co.uk/
· Martha Philips (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/marthaphillipssource/
· Chris Hughes: (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-hughes-549a0913/
· Source PR: https://www.sourcemc.co.uk/
· Bracken Workspace: https://www.brackenwsp.co.uk/workspaces/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAhP67BhAVEiwA2E_9gy2VuaYImgE_LljmLZS4db5u1Givq_IHOboaze9Tir4eTTKeQXJyRxoC8SQQAvD_BwE
· Martin Whiskin (Voiceover ace): https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-whiskin-voiceover/
BBC Vs Trump, John Lewis, The Traitors, Impossible York
Season 2 · Episode 6
vendredi 14 novembre 2025 • Duration 44:42
It's the last episode of the series!
Martha Philips and Daniel Kennedy from the Source team join Nick as they look at recent PR triumphs and disasters and sort them into the halls of fame and shame.
We'd love to hear from you, if you want to talk to us, send us an email:prnoter@sourcemc.co.uk or leave us a comment on Spotify.
In this episode we'll be talking about;
- BBC Vs Trump; How does the BBC win back people's trust?
- John Lewis; Is their new ad genius or does it miss the mark?
- The Traitors; Have they set a benchmark for all other celebrity TV?
- Impossible York; Fondue roasts?!
Who are we?
· Martha Philips (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/marthaphillipssource/
· Daniel Kennedy: (Source PR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-kennedy-1ab73b65/
· Source PR: https://www.sourcemc.co.uk/
· Nick Wilmshurst (Ginger Wizard Productions - Podcast production) https://www.gingerwizard.co.uk/
· Bracken Workspace: https://www.brackenwsp.co.uk/workspaces/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAhP67BhAVEiwA2E_9gy2VuaYImgE_LljmLZS4db5u1Givq_IHOboaze9Tir4eTTKeQXJyRxoC8SQQAvD_BwE


