The Headliner

This month on the Headliner, host Matt Gray is joined by Eulogy's Director of Media, Insights and Planning, Sara Beirne, and content manager, Jack Terry. Together, they discuss one of the foremost issues in the media today: disinformation. What is disinformation? Why is it spreading at such an alarming rate? And what can be done in the fight against it? Then, in the Conversation, Matt speaks with James Steward, Eulogy's Director of Technology. 2020 was a breakout year for companies in the green technology sector. James explains why it's the smaller companies working behind the scenes that have the biggest growth opportunities ahead of them. And finally, we hear from Eulogy's experts on what the year will bring for the communications industry. Where will consumer brands need to focus their efforts? Will influencer marketing be shaken up? And how can creative campaigns appeal to distinct local communities? The Headliner is a podcast by Eulogy – an award-winning communications agency that helps brands, businesses and organisations be known in the right way. What do you want to be known for? Tell us at eulogy.co.uk 

The Headliner is back with a brand-new format. Bigger and better than ever. Each month, join us as we run through three hot button topics in the world of media, marketing and communications. We'll be joined by special guests, as well as our own gang of experts from Eulogy. In this episode, host Matt Gray is joined by Nigel Clarkson, global chief revenue officer at Hivestack. Nigel has held leadership positions at Global, Exterion Media UK and Oath, and is a true expert in out of home (OOH), programmatic, radio and digital media. He joins Elisabeth Field, our CEO, for our first feature, the Conversation. They discuss how our media landscape has changed over the course of the Covid-19 pandemic – driven by new consumption habits. Which new sources do people trust the most? How can news media brands that are struggling adapt to survive? And do we all have a responsibility to avoid sharing misinformation? Nigel then explains what trends the digital out of home (DOOH) space is seeing in the wake of two lockdowns. Advertising consumption may be down in the major cities, but a rise in people shopping locally points to brighter opportunities ahead. In this episode's central feature, the Dive, Matt is joined by the authors of Eulogy's Season's Eatings food and drink report to discuss the importance of brand tone of voice – something consumer brands need to think carefully about in challenging times. How do you tailor your tone to suit your audiences? What channels should you consider? And how can a brand maintain accountability in its communications? Finally, Rich Ware and Jonny Erazo explore the local theme in more detail. The pandemic has shaped our relationship with our local communities, but there hasn't been one shared Covid-19 experience. How does it impact different groups, regionally and socially? How are local businesses stepping in to provide change and support in their communities and what lasting effect will this have? The Headliner is a podcast by Eulogy – an award-winning communications agency that helps brands, businesses and organisations be known in the right way. What do you want to be known for? Tell us at eulogy.co.uk Selected links Season's Eatings by Eulogy Hivestack Eulogy - Twitter | LinkedIn Follow our guests Nigel Clarkson – Global Revenue Officer, Hivestack Twitter | LinkedIn Elisabeth Field – Eulogy CEO Twitter | LinkedIn Matt Gray – Content Manager, Eulogy and host of the Headliner Twitter | LinkedIn Richard Ware – Director, Eulogy Twitter | LinkedIn Shannon Bailey – Associate Director, Eulogy LinkedIn Jonny Erazo – Senior Account Director, Eulogy LinkedIn Beth Hunt – Account Director, Eulogy Twitter | LinkedIn Kevan Barber – Creative Lead, Eulogy Twitter | LinkedIn

The death of George Floyd in Minneapolis has sparked a wave of activism across the world, concerning the treatment of black people in the US and elsewhere. Rich joins Matt to discuss when, or if, it's appropriate for brands to be vocal the Black Lives Matter movement, and what the communications industry can do to improve its own problems with diversity. Also, Rachael discusses the Facebook walkouts and the differing approaches of social platforms to the posts of President Trump. 

On this week's Headliner we take a trip to Barnard Castle with our founder, Adrian Brady, to discuss how Dominic Cumming's missteps have affected government messaging. We stop at the new Facebook Shops – should Amazon be worried? Finally, we share our thoughts on the massive podcast deal between Joe Rogan and Spotify.

This week we mourn the loss of the news outlet for digital natives, BuzzFeed UK, and dissect brands' contributions to Mental Health Awareness Week. We also hear from our very own James Steward, host of Eulogy's very first tech webinar, on what to expect from next week's event.

In presenter Chloe's final episode of the Headliner, we discuss the future of fashion magazines in the post-coronavirus era as advertising in print magazines declines by 50 per cent and editors attempt to overcome tonal challenges. Plus, Eulogy's take on the government's latest Covid-19 messaging.

This week on the Headliner: Eulogy CEO Lis Field shares her insight into how business should navigate both external and internal comms during the pandemic. We discuss the launch of the new NHS tracing app and look at the surprising lockdown impact on podcast listenership, and what the future might bring.

On this week's Headliner, we discuss the rise in popularity of gaming during lockdown with Shannon Bailey. Then, Kevan Barber takes us through some of the best examples of recent advertising, explaining why creativity is now more important than ever before.   

This week on the Headliner we discuss criticism of the handling of Covid-19 in The Sunday Times, and how the government delivered its rebuttal. We also look at the UK broadcast sector response to the production challenges during lockdown. Finally, James Steward shares his advice on what tech business should now be doing.

This week on the Headliner, we discuss the wave of positive social media content that is being produced to counteract dark times. We take a deep look at the social platform doing better than any other during the coronavirus pandemic, TikTok. Also, we discuss whether the press briefings in the UK and the US are working as efficiently as they could be. 

As staying in is the new going out, we discuss the ways previously IRL experiences are being brought into our living rooms. We also tackle the tricky and contentious debate around Premier League footballers' pay. Finally, Sara Beirne delves into how social media platforms have adapted and responded to Covid-19.

This week on the Headliner, we talk about the cancellation of April Fools' Day pranks and speculate on how social distancing will affect dating. Finally, we discuss the negative impact on newspaper advertising revenue as targeting technology blocks ads from appearing next to stories mentioning COVID-19.  

This week on the Headliner, we talk about the impact of Covid-19 on the media industry as well as the rise and rise of streaming. Our CSR expert in residence Susie Dullard discusses the impact of, you guessed it, Covid-19 on purpose-led campaigning. And in a welcome respite from the c-word, we also discuss the parliamentary pension fund cutting fossil fuel investments.

In the first ever remotely recorded episode of the Headliner, we talk to Richard Ware about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic and social distancing on brands and advertising.

It goes without saying that there's one story dominating the news agenda, and our lives: coronavirus. We discuss its pandemic status, the latest measures from the government (including the budget announcement) and the future of our economy. Meanwhile, Shell launches a questionable International Women's Day campaign... All this and more, on the Headliner.

Love and coronavirus are in the air this week, as we ruminated on the announcement that Boris Johnson and Carrie Symonds are engaged and expecting a baby. Along with millions of other viewers, we got hooked on Netflix's new reality dating show, Love is Blind. And as coronavirus continues to spread, we discuss the impact on business and how governments are preparing for the economic fallout. Listen to this week's edition of the Headliner for all this and more.   

The coronavirus continues to spread across the globe, with the number of confirmed cases in the UK now at 19. Ex-Chancellor Sajid Javid delivered an impassioned resignation speech, claiming planned changes to the Treasury were 'not in the national interest'. Finally, Yorkshire Tea found it's self in hot water on social media, after the new Chancellor posted a tweet praising the brand. All this and more on this week's edition of the Headliner.

The climate crisis was a hot topic this week, as the world's richest man Jeff Bezos pledged a whopping $10 billion towards solving climate change. Meanwhile, car manufacturers are nervous that the UK could ban the sale of petrol and diesel cars in just 12 years. Finally, the CPS, news organisations and social media trolls have all faced criticism over their treatment of Caroline Flack, in the wake of her tragic suicide. All this and more on the Headliner.

On this week's Headliner, love is in the air as we chat about KFC and Moonpig's unlikely pairing to create scratch and sniff Valentine's Day cards as well as Greggs' and Asda's trial courtship. Plus, South Korea and Natalie Portman steal the show at the Oscars while Google Maps celebrates its 15th birthday.

Half of the UK's 10-year-olds own a smartphone, with the amount of phone owners doubling between the ages of nine and 10. Speaking to children in a high-pitched voice can add 40 words to a baby's vocabulary, and Huawei helps teach deaf children to read through an app. Finally, Heinz and Fortnum & Mason couple up for Valentine's Day. All this and more, on this week's Headliner.

In the second episode of The Shape We're In, Eulogy's Phil Borge-Slavnich speaks to Rubies in the Rubble, Toast Ale and Too Good To Go about the unique ways they are tackling the challenge of wasted food, while giving us consumers more bite-sized options to make a difference. The idea of wellbeing is wrapped up in the choices we make. If we choose to eat healthy, nutritious food, we expect to feel good. This idea of cause and effect is obvious, and personal. Our individual action has an individual impact. Yet increasingly, we are being encouraged to change our behaviours for a reason that may feel distant to us—but is arguably more vital than any other. Our environment. We're feeling a growing sense of anxiety over the impact our food choices make. Alongside watch outs like single-use plastics and the carbon footprints of specific foodstuffs, the mountainous issue of food waste, by volume alone, towers above the rest. What we need are some examples of inspiration. People who are making a difference to what we consume and doing good to the planet as they do it. Our guests share the brilliant ways they are taking on one of the biggest issues of our time, while inspiring the public to do the same.

This week on the Headliner: our guests sit down to talk about Barbie dolls embracing diversity, and the beauty industry gets a toxic reality check in a new documentary. Crucial fundraising continues for the Australian bushfires, but this week's unavoidable story is a global health emergency – as coronavirus continues to spread. Listen now.

Comme des Garçons' use of cornrow wigs is a major fashion flop that sparked accusations of cultural appropriation. The phone of Amazon Boss, Jeff Bezos, was reportedly hacked by the Saudi crown prince. Coca-Cola is refusing to ditch single-use plastic bottles, adamant that its customers still want them. Download the Headliner for all this and more.

‘Megxit' dominated the news this week, as the Sussex announced their decision to step down as senior Royals. Meanwhile, Dominic Cummings called on weirdos and misfits to apply to join him at No. 10 and high street fashion staple Next bucked the trend with better than expected Christmas results. All this and more on this week's edition of the Headliner.  

Get stuck into 2020 with the 150th episode of the Headliner podcast. We chew over some of the biggest media trends of the last few years, before gazing into our crystal ball for what the future might bring. All in our sesquicentennial special. Now, try saying that three times in a row..

Wildfires continue to rage in Australia, with authorities issuing fresh warnings about a “mega blaze”. Boeing suspended prosecution of the 737 Max and Whirlpool announced the recall of more than half a million washing machines. Also, will a new tilted toilet design get employees up off the loo? It's all on this week's episode of The Headliner.

Love Actually often appears on our screens at this time of year, but on this week's podcast it's for an entirely different reason… Listen to our guests discuss the Conservative's final election ad. Plus, there's some lighter Christmas joy when we chat through a heartfelt advert from family store Haford Hardware, and a heated debate on Bounty bars.

This week on the Headliner, a grieving father writes a passionate plea to politicians following the tragic events on London Bridge. We get a sugar rush when discussing the healthiness of our favourite festive drinks before exploring David Hockney's new twenty-first century direction. And why are bakers declaring war on supermarket sourdough? Finally, Dan Miles pops in to ponder whether we're growing tired of collaborations between athletic companies and luxury fashion brands.

We discuss whether there are bargains to be had in the Black Friday sales, and marvel at Tesla's shattering Cybertruck launch. We also scrutinise EasyJet's pledge to operate net-zero carbon flights and dissect the motives behind Netflix's purchase of the iconic Paris Cinema in New York. Tune into this week's edition of the Headliner for more.

Looking for a topical news podcast? No sweat, we sink our teeth into Prince Andrew's car-crash interview on BBC Newsnight. The Tories were widely criticised for changing the CCHQ press office's Twitter name to ‘FactCheckUK' during the ITV leaders' debate. Finally, Disney+ launched with more than 10 million sign-ups on the first day, but leaving users frustrated with tech issues as the entertainment behemoth struggled to cope with demand.

Painfully contrived or a stroke of genius? We chat about THAT Boris Johnson campaign video and naughty Brewdog's 'Sober as a Motherfu' campaign. Then, we ask if Clemmie Hooper's influencer trolling has caused irreparable damage to the Mother of Daughters brand, and celebrate as the Financial Times finally appoints its first female editor.  

This week, we discuss Facebook's rebrand and ask whether it is “boldly going where no brand has gone before”, the health of planet Earth as 11,000 climate scientists issue a stark warning about its future, and we leave the heliosphere altogether as we celebrate Voyager 2's departure from the Solar System and tackle a cosmic conundrum in the calculation of the Hubble constant. Will we live long and prosper after the warp speed experienced in this edition of The Headliner? Only Captain Kirk can tell.

Never mind the wrapping paper, this December is all about the ballot paper as we gear up for our first December election since 1923. England crossed the (halfway) line when facing off against New Zealand in the Rugby World Cup semi-final. And Morrison kicked off the battle of the Christmas sandwiches with a divisive mince pie flavoured offering.

We tackle the latest Brexit confusion—will there be another extension, an election before Christmas, or both? Plus: changes to abortion and same-sex marriage laws in Northern Ireland, and Amazon makes a play in the gin market.

Say the words “health and wellbeing” and you're likely to think of yoga, mindfulness and meditation. But a key part of staying healthy relies on what we put in our bodies. Good nutrition contributes to the state of both our bodies and our minds. And brands are making the most of this. In the first part of a new series, Eulogy's Phil Borge-Slavnich speaks to two companies making waves in the sector, Neat Nutrition and Rude Health, as well as the world's foremost fitness publisher, Men's Health. What sets apart the fads from the fitness phenomena? And, more importantly, how do we know who to trust?

The royal ‘Fab Four' take on Mental Health Awareness Week, the NHS opens a gaming addiction centre for children, Greggs is crowned brand of the year, and BrewDog announces a ‘hybrid' burger.

Harry and Meghan's tabloid lawsuit, Burger King's whopper of a tweet, Banksy's retail moves, and more.

Global climate change protests hit the headlines, Thomas Cook's collapse leaves holidaymakers stranded, and Burger King ditches plastic toys in children's meals. 

This week, we look at how Extinction Rebellion has influenced the London Fashion Week catwalk while fantasising about the Downton Abbey Airbnb experience at Highclere Castle. Then, we explore the return of political music amongst this year's Mercury Prize nominees. Remember to subscribe to The Headliner on your podcast platform of choice.

Fowl play from the Conservatives or an inspired PR campaign? We discuss Boris's latest attack on the opposition, plus why Cadbury has dropped its name from packaging and Diet Coke's foray into dating apps.

This week it's (mostly) all about Boris. From proroguing to phantom elections, there's rarely a dull day within the Palace of Westminster. In other news, why do half of parents want to ban mobile phones in schools? Is KFC's new-found veganism a good idea? Join Chloe, Rich and Annabel for more.

This episode is a scorcher as we recover from the bank holiday heatwave and work up a fever of excitement over the new season of The Great British Bake Off. What's more, the global media has been ablaze with stories of the devastating effect the fires in the Amazon could have on the health of the planet.

Harry and Meghan land in hot water after taking multiple private jets despite their public stance on climate change. Meanwhile, Facebook and Twitter have cracked down on state-run accounts campaigning against Hong Kong protesters, and Pret's cookies have the whole team salivating. 

On this week's episode: Raheem Sterling eyes up a Nike deal, Greenland struggles with the effects of climate change and we find out which superhero would make the perfect corporate leader.

On this week's episode: WhatsApp's new name raises a sceptical chuckle, brands welcome back the Premier League and how we're waking up to the benefits of sleep.

Matt and Jack are back for the Above the Fold podcast, a dive into the narratives shaping how we consume media. In this episode, the pair look at at the media behind the UK's new prime minister. How is Johnson changing his approach, now that he has the keys to No. 10? Also, which publications are going green? Why are digital magazines forming unions? And should media companies cave in to their audiences, or stick to their guns? If you enjoy this podcast and The Headliner, make sure to visit eulogy.co.uk to subscribe to our monthly media newsletter, Above the Fold.  

An optimistic Boris enters Downing Street, it's the 50th anniversary of Apollo11's moon landing, and Paddy Power ‘unsponsors' Huddersfield Town FC.

What on Earth is ‘unlabelling'? Do influencers influence? How much should we be sleeping? And what's Donald Trump done this time?

Love Island faces gaslighting criticism and ‘deepfakes' threaten Hollywood humans, while Downing Street keeps sensitive information from big-mouthed Boris.

On this week's episode of The Headliner: #UnwantedIvanka is side-eyed by world leaders at the G20 summit, the Women's World Cup grips the attention of 11.7 million viewers and Nick Clegg tops the PRWeek US Power List.

Facebook's fake news plea, Warner Bros' new CEO, £1 bikinis, and Boris hits the front pages (again).