Onyx

18/03/2026

In crisis communications it is often tempting to spin things to sound as positive as possible (without actually lying). However spinning the story too much will be interpreted as dishonest and not taking ownership of the problem.

17/10/2025

This week, Last Week on Earth takes a deep dive into the crisis shaking French politics.
Broadcaster Louisa Magnussen speaks with journalist Gavin O'Toole to unpack what’s happening in France, and why it matters beyond its borders.
They explore:
🇫🇷 The background to the crisis unfolding in Paris
⚖️ Why President Emmanuel Macron faces growing political and public pressure
💶 The economic and structural challenges driving unrest
🌐 Whether this is part of a wider democratic crisis
🇪🇺 The potential implications for Europe and the UK

Available on Spotify and most podcast platforms.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4MdOoJXcynewhfLOKtzLXD?si=WGKVCpX9QN-d-G03v-vjEg

Last Week on Earth · Episode

10/10/2025

Last Week on Earth: Ukraine - The War That Won’t End?
In this week’s podcast, Louisa Magnussen speaks with journalist Gavin O’Toole about the state of the war between Russia and Ukraine.
They explore:
🇺🇦 The impact on both nations and their people
🕊️ Why peace talks remain elusive
⚖️ The roles of Putin, Zelenskyy, and global leaders
🌍 How Europe and the West are responding
🔮 The possible scenarios ahead

🎧 Listen now: Last Week on Earth – Ukraine: The War That Won’t End? Available on Spotify and most other platforms. https://open.spotify.com/episode/1IisKbXVBc3w5gnFJQGF6H?si=_NtvXPvUTtawBmqi__fTdg

Last Week on Earth · Episode

27/09/2025

Recognising Palestine – This week’s podcast on Last Week on Earth—hosted by broadcaster Louisa Magnussen with regular guest journalist Gavin O’Toole—dives into a pivotal week for the Palestinian people to explain the essential detail that the media leaves out.

This episode explains:
• What it really means when nations recognise Palestinian statehood
• How recognition has evolved—and why Europe and the US are shifting
• Why the UK, despite its historic role, still hesitates
• The possible diplomatic fallout for Israel, from pressure on Prime Minister Netanyahu to growing rifts with Washington

Louisa and Gavin discuss whether recognition is mere symbolism or a move with real impact—from Gaza to the wider two-state solution.

Last Week on Earth is available on most platforms including:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5kc2neHzoapSiKptHRl6TK?si=C09YFVKgTtuxnUfwNeX1JA

Last Week on Earth · Episode

05/09/2025

It was great to see our client Parfitt Cresswell, on ITV's 'Tonight' last night talking about probate fraud. If you haven't made a will, you risk the lot being stolen by gangs of criminals. See from 11:16 https://www.itv.com/watch/tonight/1a2803/1a2803a9480

ITV Feature - How to Keep Your Money Safe?

We’re proud to announce that our firm will be featured on ITV’s “How to Keep Your Money Safe?” – airing tonight (Thursday 4th September) at 8.30pm on ITV1.

Tune in to see how our team assisted the beneficiaries of a late client in recovering funds stolen through fraud. As financial scams become more sophisticated, it’s crucial for everyone to be vigilant. By sharing our expertise and our client’s story, we hope to raise awareness about the prevalence of financial crime and empower others to protect what matters most.

Don’t miss this important discussion - your security is our top priority.

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28/07/2025

Astronomer has executed what might be the boldest second act in crisis comms this year: they've released a tongue-in-cheek video featuring Gwyneth Paltrow as their “temporary spokesperson.”

The video, showed Paltrow reading faux-questions from viewers. Without ever directly referencing the incident, the tone made it unmistakably clear what it was about. Her calm, controlled delivery, mixed with subtle satire, let Astronomer wink at the absurdity of the moment, without denying its seriousness.

This wasn’t a distraction from the crisis. It was an intentional pivot from damage control to brand control. There are lessons for us all!

We’re so pleased that so many of you have a newfound interest in data orchestration. Learn more at https://www.astronomer.io/

22/07/2025

Is your email strategy outdated?

Here is how to power-up email comms by mixing AI optimisation with traditional PR know-how.

Featuring insight and advice from Onyx's Anne Cantelo, Liz Churchman, Rachel Roberts, Danielle Windecker-Hilton, Edward Hopkins, Riley Gardiner, Gerard Boon, Sarah Lloyd, and Vuelio's own Kirsti Kauronen.

Is email outreach as outdated as the 90s-era posted PR press mailer? With the comms industry rushing to integrate AI tools into their tech stack, the email blast could be seen as just another tactic of PR’s past. But think again... ‘At the start of my career fax and phone were the only way of

05/02/2025

How do you ensure 'newsjacking' works for you? PA talk to our Director, Anne Cantelo.

Alamy “It’s still a tactic that works and can be a great way for a brand to demonstrate their expertise and promote their products,” says Lauren

19/11/2024

An important article by Anne Cantelo on the great Like Minds platform.

Organisations thrive or die by their reputation. Good PR is about managing that reputation, which can include getting positive media coverage, but

08/10/2024

Today Anne is featured in The Times and The Sunday Times and on the PM programme on BBC Radio 4

One in five older jobseekers leave their age off their CV to sidestep discrimination

19/06/2024

Sky News this week features the incredible story of our client Teresa Payne. Teresa started her life in a mining town in Wales and left education with no qualifications. She's now the owner of Parfitt Cresswell, a successful legal firm with offices across the South East. What an inspirational journey! https://news.sky.com/story/inflation-latest-interest-rates-bank-of-england-money-sky-news-blog-13040934?postid=7835867 -body

07/06/2024

Do you equate PR with media coverage?