Episodes
| Episode | Title | First Broadcast | Repeated | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2. Tina Brown, Magazine Editor And Journalist | 20240621 | 20240628 (R4) 20240630 (R4) | Ros talks with the legendary magazine editor Tina Brown. We all communicate multiple times a day but could we be getting better results? From a simple text or phone call, to a job interview or big presentation, the way we express ourselves and get our point across can really matter. Ros Atkins and his fascinating guests reveal the best ways to communicate and how simple changes in the way we make our point can be really effective. In this episode, Ros and Tina explore how good communication was key to her success at Tatler, Vanity Fair and The New Yorker. And we hear her advice on communicating with the right person, making the time for clarity, and anticipating the questions and clarifications that people might ask of us. Ros Atkins talks to Tina Brown about honing your communication skills. Ros Atkins is joined by legendary magazine editor Tina Brown to explore the key to great communication and share useful ideas for improving our own interactions. | |
| 3. Rob Elias, Doctor | 20240621 | 20240707 (R4) | Ros speaks to Dr Rob Elias, a kidney consultant at King's College Hospital in South London. We all communicate multiple times a day but could we be getting better results? From a simple text or phone call, to a job interview or big presentation, the way we express ourselves and get our point across can really matter. Ros Atkins and his fascinating guests reveal the best ways to communicate and how simple changes in the way we make our point can be really effective. In this episode, Ros and Dr Elias discuss the role of empathy in communication, the need to calculate how much information someone is able to digest, and the need to make effective communication a priority. Series Producer: Hannah Newton Production Support: Olivia Cope Executive Producer: Zoë Edwards Mix Engineer: Jonathan Last Original Music Composed by: Tom Wrankmore / Eliphino Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts A Listen production for BBC Radio 4 Ros Atkins talks to Dr Rob Elias about how to communicate effectively. Communicate better. Ros Atkins uncovers practical advice from the people who do it best. Ros Atkins is joined by Dr Rob Elias to discuss the importance of effective communication and to share advice for improving our own interactions. | |
| 4. Michael Johnson, Olympic Athlete And Broadcaster | 20240621 | 20240712 (R4) 20240714 (R4) | Ros talks with the Olympic gold medalist Michael Johnson. We all communicate multiple times a day but could we be getting better results? From a simple text or phone call, to a job interview or big presentation, the way we express ourselves and get our point across can really matter. Ros Atkins and his fascinating guests reveal the best ways to communicate and how simple changes in the way we make our point can be really effective. In this episode, Ros asks Michael - what does it take to communicate well in a team with conflicting interests? And we hear how to communicate as an expert to a broad audience. Series Producer: Hannah Newton Production Support: Olivia Cope Executive Producer: Zoë Edwards Mix Engineer: Jonathan Last Original Music Composed by: Tom Wrankmore / Eliphino Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts A Listen production for BBC Radio 4 Ros Atkins talks to Michael Johnson on the art of communicating clearly. Communicate better. Ros Atkins uncovers practical advice from the people who do it best. Ros Atkins is joined by Olympic athlete Michael Johnson to explore how to communicate successfully in a team, with the press and on the track. | |
| 5. Sabrina Ghayour, Chef And Food Writer | 20240628 | 20240719 (R4) 20240721 (R4) | Ros speaks to chef and award winning food writer Sabrina Ghayour. We all communicate multiple times a day but could we be getting better results? From a simple text or phone call, to a job interview or big presentation, the way we express ourselves and get our point across can really matter. Ros Atkins and his fascinating guests reveal the best ways to communicate and how simple changes in the way we make our point can be really effective. In this episode, Ros and Sabrina discuss the importance of instilling confidence, the power of admitting you're ‘human' too, and the value of a second opinion. Series Producer: Hannah Newton Producer: Olivia Cope Executive Producer: Zoë Edwards Mix Engineer: Jonathan Last Original Music Composed by: Tom Wrankmore Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts A Listen production for BBC Radio 4 Ros Atkins talks to Sabrina Ghayour about perfecting your communication skills. Communicate better. Ros Atkins uncovers practical advice from the people who do it best. Ros Atkins is joined by food writer Sabrina Ghayour to explore the importance of effective communication and share advice for improving our communication skills. | |
| 6. Isabella Greenan, Teacher | 20240628 | 20240726 (R4) 20240728 (R4) | Ros talks to teacher Isabella Greenan. We all communicate multiple times a day but could we be getting better results? From a simple text or phone call, to a job interview or big presentation, the way we express ourselves and get our point across can really matter. Ros Atkins and his fascinating guests reveal the best ways to communicate and how simple changes in the way we make our point can be really effective. In this episode, Ros and Isabella explore how to react when someone isn't listening and why it's important not to take things personally. Series Producer: Hannah Newton Production Support: Olivia Cope Executive Producer: Zoë Edwards Mix Engineer: Jonathan Last Original Music Composed by: Tom Wrankmore / Eliphino Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts A Listen production for BBC Radio 4 Ros Atkins speaks to passionate teacher Isabella Greenan on how to communicate clearly. Communicate better. Ros Atkins uncovers practical advice from the people who do it best. Ros Atkins talks to teacher Isabella Greenan about how to communicate with someone who might not want to listen. | |
| 7. Martin Lewis, Personal Finance Journalist And Campaigner | 20240628 | 20240802 (R4) 20240804 (R4) | Ros speaks to money saving expert Martin Lewis. We all communicate multiple times a day but could we be getting better results? From a simple text or phone call, to a job interview or big presentation, the way we express ourselves and get our point across can really matter. Ros Atkins and his fascinating guests reveal the best ways to communicate and how simple changes in the way we make our point can be really effective. In this episode, Ros and Martin discuss why people digest information selfishly and how to communicate important information that could easily come across as boring. Series Producer: Hannah Newton Producer: Olivia Cope Executive Producer: Zoë Edwards Mix Engineer: Jonathan Last Original Music Composed by: Tom Wrankmore / Eliphino Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts A Listen production for BBC Radio 4 Ros Atkins talks to Money Saving Expert's Martin Lewis on communicating efficiently. Communicate better. Ros Atkins uncovers practical advice from the people who do it best. Ros Atkins is joined by journalist and financial expert Martin Lewis on how to communicate complicated and detailed information effectively. | |
| 8. Sarada Peri, Obama's Former Speechwriter | 20240628 | 20240809 (R4) 20240811 (R4) | Ros speaks to one of US President Barack Obama's former speechwriters, Sarada Peri. We all communicate multiple times a day but could we be getting better results? From a simple text or phone call, to a job interview or big presentation, the way we express ourselves and get our point across can really matter. Ros Atkins and his fascinating guests reveal the best ways to communicate and how simple changes in the way we make our point can be really effective. In this episode, Ros and Sarada discuss finding your authentic voice, writing specifically for the spoken word, and interrogating the purpose of your communication. Series Producer: Hannah Newton Producer: Olivia Cope Executive Producer: Zoë Edwards Mix Engineer: Jonathan Last Original Music Composed by: Tom Wrankmore Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts A Listen production for BBC Radio 4 Ros Atkins talks to former White House speechwriter Sarada Peri on communication. Communicate better. Ros Atkins uncovers practical advice from the people who do it best. Ros Atkins is joined by Sarada Peri - a former speechwriter for US President Barack Obama - on the art of communicating on behalf of someone else. | |
| 01 | Rob Brydon Comedian | 20240621 | 20240623 (R4) | Ros speaks to the hilarious Rob Brydon. We all communicate multiple times a day but could we be getting better results? From a simple text or phone call, to a job interview or big presentation, the way we express ourselves and get our point across can really matter. Ros Atkins and his fascinating guests reveal the best ways to communicate and how simple changes in the way we make our point can be really effective. In this episode, Ros and Rob discuss how to feel confident when you're on a stage, how to win an audience over and the importance of making people laugh. Ros Atkins talks to Rob Brydon about what it takes to be a great communicator. Ros Atkins is joined by the much-loved comedian Rob Brydon on how to captivate an audience and keep them listening. |
| 02 | Tina Brown Magazine Editor | 20240621 | 20240628 (R4) 20240630 (R4) | Ros talks with the legendary magazine editor Tina Brown. We all communicate multiple times a day but could we be getting better results? From a simple text or phone call, to a job interview or big presentation, the way we express ourselves and get our point across can really matter. Ros Atkins and his fascinating guests reveal the best ways to communicate and how simple changes in the way we make our point can be really effective. In this episode, Ros and Tina explore how good communication was key to her success at Tatler, Vanity Fair and The New Yorker. And we hear her advice on communicating with the right person, making the time for clarity, and anticipating the questions and clarifications that people might ask of us. Ros Atkins talks to Tina Brown about honing your communication skills. Ros Atkins is joined by legendary magazine editor Tina Brown to explore the key to great communication and share useful ideas for improving our own interactions. |
| 03 | Rob Elias Doctor | 20240621 | 20240705 (R4) 20240707 (R4) | Ros speaks to Dr Rob Elias, a kidney consultant at King's College Hospital in South London. We all communicate multiple times a day but could we be getting better results? From a simple text or phone call, to a job interview or big presentation, the way we express ourselves and get our point across can really matter. Ros Atkins and his fascinating guests reveal the best ways to communicate and how simple changes in the way we make our point can be really effective. In this episode, Ros and Dr Elias discuss the role of empathy in communication, the need to calculate how much information someone is able to digest, and the need to make effective communication a priority. Ros Atkins talks to Dr Rob Elias about how to communicate effectively. Ros Atkins is joined by Dr Rob Elias to discuss the importance of effective communication and to share advice for improving our own interactions. |
| 04 | Michael Johnson Olympic Athlete And Broadcaster | 20240621 | 20240712 (R4) 20240714 (R4) | Ros talks with the Olympic gold medalist Michael Johnson. We all communicate multiple times a day but could we be getting better results? From a simple text or phone call, to a job interview or big presentation, the way we express ourselves and get our point across can really matter. Ros Atkins and his fascinating guests reveal the best ways to communicate and how simple changes in the way we make our point can be really effective. In this episode, Ros asks Michael - what does it take to communicate well in a team with conflicting interests? And we hear how to communicate as an expert to a broad audience. Ros Atkins talks to Michael Johnson on the art of communicating clearly. Ros Atkins is joined by Olympic athlete Michael Johnson to explore how to communicate successfully in a team, with the press and on the track. |
| 05 | Sabrina Ghayour Chef And Food Writer | 20240628 | 20240719 (R4) 20240721 (R4) | Ros speaks to chef and award winning food writer Sabrina Ghayour. We all communicate multiple times a day but could we be getting better results? From a simple text or phone call, to a job interview or big presentation, the way we express ourselves and get our point across can really matter. Ros Atkins and his fascinating guests reveal the best ways to communicate and how simple changes in the way we make our point can be really effective. In this episode, Ros and Sabrina discuss the importance of instilling confidence, the power of admitting you're ‘human' too, and the value of a second opinion. Producer: Olivia Cope Original Music Composed by: Tom Wrankmore Ros Atkins talks to Sabrina Ghayour about perfecting your communication skills. Ros Atkins is joined by food writer Sabrina Ghayour to explore the importance of effective communication and share advice for improving our communication skills. |
| 06 | Isabella Greenan Teacher | 20240628 | 20240726 (R4) 20240728 (R4) | Ros talks to teacher Isabella Greenan. We all communicate multiple times a day but could we be getting better results? From a simple text or phone call, to a job interview or big presentation, the way we express ourselves and get our point across can really matter. Ros Atkins and his fascinating guests reveal the best ways to communicate and how simple changes in the way we make our point can be really effective. In this episode, Ros and Isabella explore how to react when someone isn't listening and why it's important not to take things personally. Series Producer: Hannah Newton Production Support: Olivia Cope Executive Producer: Zoë Edwards Mix Engineer: Jonathan Last Original Music Composed by: Tom Wrankmore / Eliphino Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts A Listen production for BBC Radio 4 Ros Atkins speaks to passionate teacher Isabella Greenan on how to communicate clearly. Communicate better. Ros Atkins uncovers practical advice from the people who do it best. Ros Atkins talks to teacher Isabella Greenan about how to communicate with someone who might not want to listen. |
| 07 | Martin Lewis Personal Finance Journalist And Campaigner | 20240628 | 20240802 (R4) 20240804 (R4) | Ros speaks to money saving expert Martin Lewis. We all communicate multiple times a day but could we be getting better results? From a simple text or phone call, to a job interview or big presentation, the way we express ourselves and get our point across can really matter. Ros Atkins and his fascinating guests reveal the best ways to communicate and how simple changes in the way we make our point can be really effective. In this episode, Ros and Martin discuss why people digest information selfishly and how to communicate important information that could easily come across as boring. Series Producer: Hannah Newton Producer: Olivia Cope Executive Producer: Zoë Edwards Mix Engineer: Jonathan Last Original Music Composed by: Tom Wrankmore / Eliphino Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts A Listen production for BBC Radio 4 Ros Atkins talks to Money Saving Expert's Martin Lewis on communicating efficiently. Communicate better. Ros Atkins uncovers practical advice from the people who do it best. Ros Atkins is joined by journalist and financial expert Martin Lewis on how to communicate complicated and detailed information effectively. |
| 08 | Sarada Peri Obama's Former Speechwriter | 20240628 | 20240809 (R4) 20240811 (R4) | Ros speaks to one of US President Barack Obama's former speechwriters, Sarada Peri. We all communicate multiple times a day but could we be getting better results? From a simple text or phone call, to a job interview or big presentation, the way we express ourselves and get our point across can really matter. Ros Atkins and his fascinating guests reveal the best ways to communicate and how simple changes in the way we make our point can be really effective. In this episode, Ros and Sarada discuss finding your authentic voice, writing specifically for the spoken word, and interrogating the purpose of your communication. Series Producer: Hannah Newton Producer: Olivia Cope Executive Producer: Zoë Edwards Mix Engineer: Jonathan Last Original Music Composed by: Tom Wrankmore Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts A Listen production for BBC Radio 4 Ros Atkins talks to former White House speechwriter Sarada Peri on communication. Communicate better. Ros Atkins uncovers practical advice from the people who do it best. Ros Atkins is joined by Sarada Peri - a former speechwriter for US President Barack Obama - on the art of communicating on behalf of someone else. |