Episode 25: Inside Regional Media with Rob Parsons & Alex Turner

Episode 25: Inside Regional Media with Rob Parsons & Alex Turner

October 31, 2025 · 47 min · Season 1 · Episode 25

About this episode

The episode explores the evolution of local journalism and the changing priorities of regional newsrooms.

Grayling’s latest podcast dives into the regional media findings of our Truth, Trust and Tribes in a New Media Age report, produced in partnership with More In Common. Join panellists Rob Parsons (Executive Editor forLocal Democracy Reporting Service at Reach Plc), Alex Turner (Joint Managing Director of The Business Desk) and Katie Eborall (Director and Head of North at Grayling) as they unpack how local journalism is evolving, what’s driving regional newsroom priorities, and why comms professionals need to rethink their approach to media engagement outside the M25. Download the Truth, Trust and Tribes in a New Media Age Report.

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