Impact Talks

This World Human Rights Day, Maryah Chughtai, Senior Communications Executive at Haymarket, sits down with our global charity partner, the British Red Cross, to explore the impact of our partnership and the incredible work they do.Joining Maryah are Sophie Devereau, Corporate Partnerships Emergencies Manager at the British Red Cross, volunteer Jessica Chapplow, and Tara Geoghegan, Head of Communications and Impact at Haymarket. Together, they share personal insights, discuss how this partnership came to life, and reflect on the inspiring moments from their first year of collaboration.From innovative volunteer initiatives to stories that show how human rights touch our everyday lives, this episode celebrates the ways we can all make a difference - big or small - in supporting each other and our communities.Tune in to hear how human rights shape our everyday essentials, the successes that give us hope, and the real-world impact of this partnership.

This World Mental Health Day, three of Haymarket’s Mental Health First Aiders - Clarice Knapp, People and Learning Assistant, Ravjeet Chawla, People and Payroll Assistant, and Charlotte Lumley, Publishing and Client Operations Manager for Classic and Sportscars (and spokesperson for the DEI Body & Mind Network) - sit down for an open and honest conversation about mental wellbeing.They share personal experiences, explore what mental health means to them, and discuss how we can support one another every day. From breaking down cultural stigmas to highlighting practical tools and resources available at Haymarket, this episode champions the small everyday actions that can make a big difference.Tune in to hear how we can keep the conversation about mental health going, not just today, but every day.

Welcome to the latest episode of Impact Talks, this time brought to you by our UK Environment Network! Your host, Chloe Harman (Editor of MIMS and spokesperson for the Environment Network), is joined by a fantastic panel to shine a light on the shocking truth about waste and, more importantly, what we can all do about it.In this Recycle Week special episode, Chloe is joined by Pat Anderson, Editor of MIMS Learning, Charlotte Hegarty, Head of Event Operations for Wonderly, and Mandy Grey, Chef at The Real Junk Food Project - Twickenham, Haymarket's local UK partner. Edited by Jude Owen, podcast & video producer.Discover how simple culinary creativity can tackle one of the biggest waste culprits: food, learn practical advice and easy-to-implement tips that you can use right now to reduce waste, and find out what to do with those food items tou alwas seem to have a surplus of but don't want to throw away!This episode is full of innovative, sustainable and surprisingly delicious solutions to help recycle more and waste food less. Tune in to change how you look at your kitchen, your shopping, and your rubbish bin!

In this episode, our UK Balance Network discuss ways of working in today's world and what has differed across three generations. We cover the different experience of our employees, what works well in the workplace for different people, what could be better and any learnings we should take into the future from the past. As always, we hope you enjoy listening!

Understanding and supporting Neurodiversity in the workplaceIn this episode of Impact Talks, host Mark Tisshaw is joined by colleagues Chris Daniels, Roisin Kennedy, and Hannah Crowe for an honest and insightful conversation about neurodiversity and inclusion at Haymarket.Together, they explore what neurodiversity really means, the different neurodivergent profiles, and the importance of challenging common misconceptions. The discussion covers practical ways to create a more inclusive workplace - from helpful adjustments and communication strategies to top tips for managers and allies.Roisin also shares her personal experience as a parent of neurodivergent children, highlighting the challenges of balancing work and caregiving, and the value of support networks.This conversation, shared as part of our recognition of Disability Pride Month, highlights Haymarket’s ongoing commitment to celebrating difference and building a workplace where everyone feels safe, supported and empowered to thrive.

In this special Pride Month edition of Impact Talks, host Tara Geoghegan spotlights powerful LGBTQIA+ stories, voices and campaigns from across Haymarket’s global network, spanning the UK, US and India.From brand allyship and rainbow-washing to representation in media, leadership and the workplace, this episode features five brilliant Haymarket journalists unpacking the stories behind the headlines:PRWeek UK's Siobhan Holt on what makes a winning, authentic LGBTQIA+ campaign and industry perceptions around PrideAutocar's Mark Tisshaw on the automotive world’s progress in embracing diversity and what's still to be doneCampaign India's Vinita Bhatia on the complex dynamics of Pride campaigns in India PRWeek US's Jess Ruderman on five years of Pride in PR and why visibility still mattersCIPD People Management's Mahalia Mayne on the challenges LGBTQIA+ employees continue to face in the workplace, according to recent researchIt’s a global, educational conversation about progress, pitfalls, and the power of showing up. Enjoy!Links to content discussed during the episode: Autocar, Autocar Drivers of Change Campaign India, Pride is over - now it's culture or bustPeople Management, Nearly half of LGBTQ+ staff feel unsupported at work, study finds PRWeek UK, Purpose Awards EMEA 2025: Winners revealedPRWeek UK, Do LGBTQ+ pros think bands will 'show up' for Pride in 2025?PRWeek US, Five years of Pride in PR

As part of Haymarket’s celebration of Pride Month 2024, and in alignment with UN SDG 4: Quality Education, UN SDG 5: Gender Equality, our commitment to DEI, we hear from a selection of journalists around the world, to delve into some of their LGBTQIA+ related content. Tara finds out more about their work, its impact, the inspiration behind it and any stereotypes of misconceptions they challenged.Pride Month a dedicated time to recognise and celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community, acknowledging their contributions, culture, and history. At the same time, it is a powerful reminder of their resilience and strength. So many have fought, and continue to fight for their rights and acceptance in society. While progress has been made that should be celebrated, there are still many challenges and injustices that the LGBTQIA+ community faces worldwide, as our interviewees will delve into shortly. We have a fantastic selection of guests sharing their stories and work, spanning Haymarket’s UK, US and Asia teams. Thanks to Steve Barrett, VP, Editorial Director, PRWeek US and Campaign US, Pat Anderson, Editor of MIMS Learning, Bailey Calfee, Premium Reporter at Campaign US, Jenny Roper, in our Wonderly division and editor of Work. magazine produced on behalf of the CIPD, Shawn Lim, tech and media editor at Campaign Asia Pacific, and Matthew Eck, Medical Editor of Endocrinology Advisor. This episode was produced by Nav Pal, Studio Manager at Haymarket.Interested to learn more about any of the content discussed in this episode? Links to the content are here for you to read at your leisure: PRWeek US 'Pride in PR' content MIMS Learning module: Transgender healthcare: why is it important? Campaign US Pride Meter Endocrinology Advisor, Reconceptualising Women’s Health: Trans Inclusive Language Fosters CareWork. magazine's coverage of Disney's treatment of LGBTQIA+ rights and ex-CEO Bob ChapekCampaign Asia Pacific, Pride Month: Hilton champions LGBTQIA+ empowerment through youth programsCampaign Asia Pacific, Perspective: Why being trans is not the reason I'm a male ally