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Specialists in communication and media training Media First was founded over 30 years ago.
Initially, we specialised in media training before evolving to help our clients with their wider communications challenges. Today, although still called Media First, we are ultimately known as specialists in communications training.
19/05/2026
AI has updated its reading list (and what it means for you)
AI has updated its reading list (and what it means for you) Where does AI source the information it provides in its answers? And how can you feature in those responses? Read this article to find the answers.
12/05/2026
The bewildering media interview we simply could not ignore
The bewildering media interview we simply could not ignore It is an interview that has got people talking - but not in a good way. What media training lessons can you learn from this memorable appearance?
30/04/2026
Your crisis comms questions answered
Your crisis comms questions answered Our experts faced lots of your questions during our latest crisis comms webinar. There were so many that we have decided to tackle them in a special blog.
28/04/2026
How Nike put its foot in it
How Nike put its foot in it Nike has been feeling the heat with plenty of social and mainstream media criticism. What went wrong and how has it managed the backlash
21/04/2026
Words and phrases that are harming your media interviews
Words and phrases that are harming your media interviews Think you know the words and phrases to avoid in media interviews? Here are some new ones that are creeping in and should be avoided.
14/04/2026
Under pressure: How Waitrose stumbled back into the crisis spotlight
Under pressure: How Waitrose stumbled back into the crisis spotlight Waitrose has once again hit the headlines over the way it has handled a staff issue. What crisis communication lessons can you learn from the story?
07/04/2026
5 key media landscape changes you need to know
5 key media landscape changes you need to know The media landscape is rapidly evolving. But we've captured the key changes you need to know into one handy blog.
31/03/2026
The stadium tour that created an avoidable reputation own goal
The stadium tour that created an avoidable reputation own goal What crisis communication lessons can you learn from the fallout from Nigel Farage's visit to a football club? Find out in this blog.
23/03/2026
Why this media interview wasn’t our cup of tea (or coffee)
Why this media interview wasn’t our cup of tea (or coffee) What happens when you use industry jargon and boardroom language in a media interview? Find out with this recent example.
09/12/2025
Today’s training location- any guesses where we might be?