What can businesses learn from the Beckham family feud?

At first glance, it looks like a celebrity drama. In reality, it’s a masterclass in reputation and crisis communications.

In this episode of The Salt Sessions, Bev Salt is joined by Amanda Coleman, former Head of Communications at Greater Manchester Police. Amanda led the communications during the Manchester Arena terrorist attack in 2017, which was the biggest crisis of her career - and that experience continues to shape how she helps businesses prepare today.

We discuss what founder-led and owner-led businesses can learn from high-profile reputational moments like the Beckhams and why crisis comms isn’t just a problem for celebrities and global brands.

From viral moments such as the Astronomer CEO at a Coldplay concert going wrong to AI-generated fake reviews, misinformation and cyber attacks, crises can hit any business.

The question is simple: will you be ready when it does?

Can you tell when something’s been written by AI?​

In this episode of The Salt Sessions, I chat with copywriter and content creator, Kate Bateson about the realities of using AI. From fact-checking to spotting the tell-tale signs of machine-made mush, we unpack what AI gets right, what it gets spectacularly wrong and why brands still need a beating heart behind their words.

Here's why “people buy from people” still matters more than ever!

Too often, resilience is seen as something negative…how quickly you bounce back after a setback.

In this episode of The Salt Sessions, I’m joined by Professor Laura Chamberlain, author of Brilliantly Bouncy. She challenges us to see resilience as positive: how we can bounce forward with new strengths and insights gained from life’s challenges.

We talk about the power of support networks, and why the people around you can be radiators or drains when it comes to building your resilience. Laura shares insights from her book, I reflect on my own story. We unpack how to build resilience in busy lives without burning out.

An open, honest conversation packed with practical ideas you can bring into your own life.