“The Comms Collective Podcast” – Conversations in Purposeful Communications
Launching October 2025
A new podcast hosted by Vishnee Sauntoo, exploring the highs, lows and hard-won lessons of comms in the mission-led world.
Each episode features candid conversations with charity and public sector comms leaders — on everything from budget squeezes to breakthrough campaigns, comms in crisis to finding your voice as a leader.
Why listen?
Because too often, comms people are behind the scenes. This podcast brings their insight to the front — to inform, inspire, and build community.
🎧 Topics we’ll explore:
- Strategy on a shoestring
- Inclusive storytelling
- Internal comms that actually works
- Dealing with burnout
- Leading change in difficult times
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Empowering Stories: A Conversation with Sascha Gill-Chugh
In our latest episode of The Comms Collective, I sat down with Sascha Gill-Chugh, Communications Manager at CAMFED, to unpack a career that has been anything but linear. From a law degree to leading award-winning global campaigns, Sascha is on a mission to change how the world sees international development.
How to Combat Public Apathy in Comms Strategy
Antonia May Cross, Director of Communications at Revolving Doors, challenges the notion of public apathy in campaigns, promoting evidence-based communication as a remedy. Her unconventional career path from homelessness to leadership illustrates her advocacy for autonomy in teams and strategic humility. She emphasises proactive narrative building and innovative campaign strategies.
Impactful PR Strategies from Helen Crumley
In the second season’s first episode, communications expert Helen Crumley shares insights from her 20 years of experience, particularly her work with Kids Inspire, a charity supporting youth mental health. The discussion highlights purpose-driven PR, internal communications, resilience in the public sector, and strategic stakeholder engagement, offering valuable lessons for communicators.