Media Masters

Bruce runs Twitter's business in Europe. In this exclusive, in-depth interview, he describes what they have done to overcome bullying and tackle trolls; pulls back the curtain on the verification process; reveals his favourite Twitter account and tips for an impactful presence; discusses the legal challenges of differing censorship rules in multiple jurisdictions; and describes his plans to grow the overall business using apps like Periscope to broaden their audience.

Andrew has covered politics for The Times, The Telegraph, and the Daily Mail, where he is now Consultant Editor and a columnist. A regular on Sky News, he also hosts his own show on LBC. In the interview, he gives his insider's view on working with Paul Dacre and hearing him "roar", discusses the difficulties of criticising friends in his column, and explains his view that the UK party political system is at breaking point.

Hollywood PR Lawrence Atkinson has been responsible for generating the buzz around many of the world's largest blockbusters. In this in-depth interview, he explains how to get ahead in the movie business; outlines the latest innovations in fighting piracy, argues how British film can beat Hollywood at its own game... and shares his favourite anecdotes from working with the likes of Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, and Robert Redford.

Simon Cox, Investigations Reporter at the BBC; David Pegg, investigative reporter at The Guardian, and Hugo Greenhalgh, Wealth Correspondent at The FT, join Paul Blanchard to discuss their media coverage. This episode: where does the line lie between public and private life, and is it fair to report individuals' private tax affairs? How did the ICIJ choose their media partners, and is collaborative journalism the future? And if the public isn't surprised by these revelations, was the story big enough to dominate the front pages?

Westminster's chief mischief-maker, Paul Staines founded and runs the political blog Guido Fawkes, whose exposés have led to multiple resignations. In this exclusive interview, Paul challenges the "cosy relationship" between politicians and lobby journalists; responds to criticism that his blog is now part of the establishment, and discusses potential launches in India and Australia.

Now the Daily Mail's Political Editor-at-Large, Isabel left The Sunday Times to co-author, with Lord Ashcroft, the famously-unauthorised biography of David Cameron "Call Me Dave". In this exclusive interview, she gives her inside view on the Chris Huhne speeding points scandal, which led to his resignation and imprisonment; discusses life as a lobby journalist and political TV pundit, and explains how writing her recent book "Farmageddon" changed her views on the farming industry.

Pete Clifton is Editor-in-Chief at Press Association, one of the world's oldest news agencies. In this exclusive interview, he explains how digital has radically and irreversibly changed the news business; reveals what the future holds for the Press Association as it seeks to become a wholly digital-first agency; and talks through his career, including launching BBC News Online, leading MSN, and running the much-loved Ceefax.

Richard Watson, BBC Newsnight's specialist terrorism reporter, Vaughan Smith, co-founder of the Frontline Club, and war correspondent Michael Goldfarb join Paul Blanchard to discuss the media and war. This episode: with increasingly fewer war correspondents on the ground, do the public have enough information? Does the military exhibit too much control over journalists when 'embedded'? And with terror groups now having their own PR teams, how can the media resist spoon-fed spectacle?

Sir Martin is CEO of the largest marketing and public relations company in the world, and employs 190,000 people in 112 countries. In this exclusive interview, he describes how he grew WPP into world's biggest advertising business by risking his own money, explains why he's worth every penny of his £60m pay packet, and reveals his view that a President Donald Trump might not be the economic disaster some people are expecting.

One of the UK's most recognisable TV broadcasters, 'Voiceover Man' Peter Dickson has been the announcer behind Britain's Got Talent, The X Factor, Live at the Apollo, and countless other shows, radio programmes, and video games. In this interview, he reveals what it is like to work with Simon Cowell; explains the vigorous vocal exercises involved in creating his beloved booming voice, and discusses how the voiceover industry works.

Martin Fewell is Director of Media & Communications at the Metropolitan Police Service. In this extended interview, he talks about the critical role the media plays in solving crimes; and details the challenges of managing highly sensitive information - ensuring criminals are caught, but ultimately still get a fair trial. Martin explains the decisions involved with terrorism and disorder issues - balancing reassuring the public but raising awareness of any danger. Plus the challenges of rebuilding the Met's reputation when it was held to be institutionally racist.

Will any print newspapers exist in 10 years? Christian Broughton, Editor of the Independent Digital; Malcolm Coles, Director of Digital Media at the Telegraph Media Group, and Nic Newman, Editor of the Reuters Institute Digital News Report, join Paul Blanchard for this roundtable episode of the show to discuss the Independent's historic decision to end its print edition, whether newspapers will ever be able to make money from digital, and whether the digital future is something the industry should welcome or fear.

David Sillito is Media and Arts Correspondent at BBC News. In this wide-ranging interview, he discusses how the move to digital has fundamentally changed journalism, details the challenges of the BBC reporting on itself, gives his personal view on Charter renewal, and reveals the amount of time he spends preparing obituaries... for people who are still alive.

Rob Burley has held top jobs at many leading political TV shows, including The Sunday Edition, Newsnight, Newswatch and Question Time. Now Editor of the Andrew Marr Show, the UK's flagship political programme, he reveals the behind-the-scenes of putting together the show, what it's like to work with Dimbleby and Paxman; and explains why he isn't afraid of Robert Peston's new ITV show.

Journalist and author Sir Simon Jenkins has held many of media's top jobs - including Editor of the Evening Standard, Editor of The Times, and Political Editor of The Economist. Now a well-respected columnist at The Guardian, in this in-depth interview he reveals some of the trickier decisions he made in the Editor's chair, discusses his long tenure as Chair of The National Trust, and tells us some of his favourite stories from a long career at the top.

Sara Custer, Deputy Editor at The PIE News, and Simon Parkin, an author and contributor at The Guardian and The New Yorker, join Paul Blanchard to discuss the latest media headlines. This episode: Is virtual reality the next frontier for journalism? Is it a smart idea for The Mirror to launch a new title targeted at women? And, is there still space for long-form journalism online?

A legend in the world of music PR, Alan has represented some of the world's biggest stars, including David Bowie, The Rolling Stones, Prince, Amy Winehouse, and Michael Jackson. In this in depth interview, he challenges negative perceptions about the PR industry, describes the mechanics of an effective campaign, and lifts the lid on some of his most memorable moments - including why he was once pulled in to the Prime Minister's office with the singer Shakira.

Lauren Fedor, Chief Reporter at City AM, and Stephen Khan, Editor of The Conversation UK, join Paul Blanchard to discuss the latest media headlines. This episode: Are journalists guilty of sensationalising academic research? Has the media contributed to the rise of Donald Trump? And do celebrity guest editors undermine the credibility of media brands?

Damian McBride was a key member of Gordon Brown's inner circle, and as his Special Adviser, oversaw his campaign to become Prime Minster in 2007. In this interview, Damian discusses the struggles between Tony and Gordon, why he thinks Labour lost in 2015, and gives Corbyn some candid advice on how to revive the Labour Party.

Tim Willcox, BBC News Presenter, and Mihir Bose, columnist at the Evening Standard, join Paul Blanchard for a New Year special. This episode: how will BBC Charter renewal discussions pan out this year? What sides will the media take in the EU Referendum? And what will be the big media stories in 2016?