The Junction Box

Welcome to The Junction Box, the new podcast from award-winning technical PR agency, Stone Junction. Designed for professionals in public relations, marketing and the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) industries, The Junction Box delivers expert advice, practical tips and engaging discussions to help businesses stay ahead.Each episode explores cutting-edge technologies and the challenges facing today’s industries. Featuring insights from Stone Junction’s team of experts and guest speakers, listeners will gain valuable knowledge on key trends, best practices, and actionable strategies to thrive in their field.

The Junction Box is a technology podcast hosted by Stone Junction, with 9 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Stone Junction hosts The Junction Box, a technology show with 9 episodes published.

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  Episode #1

  This is PR | The Credibility Problem

  Jul 30, 202642 minS1

  <p>In this episode of This is PR, Richard Stone, Lorna Farnell-Smith and Martin Deakin sit down to discuss the widening gap between GenAI experimentation and measurable business impact, following new ISBA research showing the proportion of advertisers scaling their AI use has stalled at 18 per cent for a second year running.</p><p>The conversation moves to a Guardian investigation into CT Group, the lobbying firm co-founded by Lynton Crosby, accused of paying journalists to place articles favourable to its clients. The panel weighs up what it means for trust in an industry with no mandatory code of conduct.<...

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  Episode #8

  The Junction Box: Seeing brands as stories

  Dec 12, 202540 minS1

  <p>In the latest episode of The Junction Box, Ian Bolland is joined by Stone Junction’s managing director Richard Stone and Danny Herbert, brand strategist and consultant to talk about painting your brand as the hero. </p><p>The wide-ranging conversation touches upon the transferable nature and applicability of narrative beats – using well known advertising campaigns and films as a reference point. </p><p><br></p><p>They also touch upon the importance of good briefs and the impact of technologies, including artificial intelligence, can impact the practices in the modern PR world. </p><p><br></p><p>Find out...

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  Episode #7

  The Junction Box: Coaching and mentoring

  May 30, 202527 minS1

  <p>Account manager Ian Bolland is joined by Caroline Law to discuss the role of coaching culture</p><p>in a business.</p><p>The pair discuss how this can be applied across a range of business, the differences</p><p>between coaching and mentoring, and how the skills attained by public relations</p><p>professionals at Stone Junction can help get the best out of your marketing</p><p>campaign. </p><p><br></p><p>To find out more about Stone Junction, visit the company’s website at www.wechangeminds.com </p>

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  Episode #6

  The Junction Box: Why UK lobbying is broken

  Apr 30, 202541 minS1

  <p>Account manager Ian Bolland is joined by David Boot, Head of Public Affairs and LNER and Chair of the CIPR’s committee on Public Affairs.</p><p>The pair discuss the current landscape for lobbying in the UK, the current legislation that governs the practice, the differences for individuals, companies and agencies, and the reforms he feels that need to take place. David also offers his advice on how to go about including public affairs in public relations campaign, demonstrating how to follow the rules, and how to be seen to follow the rules.</p>

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  Episode #5

  The Junction Box: The AI Evolution in PR and Marketing

  Mar 20, 202541 minS1

  <p>Account manager Ian Bolland is joined by Andrew Bruce-Smith, director of Escherman and Chair of the AI in PR Panel for the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR).</p><p>Drawing on his extensive expertise in artificial intelligence tools, Bruce-Smith discusses the evolution of AI in PR and marketing, outlining how these technologies have transitioned from complex and specialised systems to accessible, everyday tools. He explains how the rise of user-friendly software has sparked a significant increase in adoption across the industry, transforming workflows and enabling professionals to achieve better results with greater efficiency. Bruce-Smith also offers practical insights...

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