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Andy Coulson
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Hard-earned lessons from people who've faced the worst and come back stronger. Hosted by Andy Coulson. Follow for weekly insights into the art of the rebuild. Crisis What Crisis? is powered by Kingsley Napley — the lawyers you want in your corner when the pressure is on. Visit kingsleynapley.co.uk

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Perspective is one of the most useful tools we have in crisis – a way of taking pressure out of a difficult moment, stepping back and working out what really matters.

In this special compilation episode of Crisis What Crisis, I share the story of th... more

In this country, one in six of us will experience significant anxiety at some point in our lives. It's an epidemic that doesn't care about class, wealth, gender, age or race – and yet, as this episode argues, anxiety isn't the enemy. It's information... more

Most guests give me their Crisis Compass looking back on a crisis they've survived. Erin Baker is different. Her partner died just 12 weeks before this recording, and she is, by her own account, exhausted by the demand to keep being strong.

These fo... more

This is a very unusual episode. It is rare that we would choose to have someone join us on the podcast so close to their crisis – usually our guests come to these conversations with the clarity that a few years' distance can bring. Erin Baker is just... more

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Erin Baker
Motoring journalist and public diarist who documented grief after her partner's illness and death
Independent journalist
Episode: ERIN BAKER: “I'm sick and tired of being resilient”
Julian Lloyd Webber
Renowned cellist and educator
Cellist, former Royal Birmingham Conservatoire leader
Episode: JULIAN LLOYD WEBBER: The Day the Music Stopped
Frank Gardner
BBC Security Correspondent and author
BBC
Episode: FRANK GARDNER: The day I should have died
Johnny Mercer
Former captain who completed three tours in Afghanistan and led crisis responses
29 Commando Royal Artillery, Parliament and Veterans Affairs minister
Episode: UNDERSTANDING SHOCK: The body's crisis handbreak
Rupert Soames
Former CEO and senior leader with long crisis-management experience
Soames Group / Former CEO Aggreco and Serco
Episode: UNDERSTANDING SHOCK: The body's crisis handbreak
Dr. Richard Shepherd
Forensic pathologist with decades of crisis scenes
Independent pathologist
Episode: UNDERSTANDING SHOCK: The body's crisis handbreak
Jill Halfpenny
Actress who experienced sudden personal loss and grief
Actor
Episode: UNDERSTANDING SHOCK: The body's crisis handbreak
Jeremy King
Legendary restaurateur, founder/owner of Caprice Holdings with venues like Le Caprice, The Ivy, Wolseley, J Sheekey, Arlington
Caprice Holdings
Episode: JEREMY KING: “Let them take your money but never your soul”
Sir Jeremy Hunt
Former Health Secretary, Foreign Secretary and Chancellor of the Exchequer
UK Government
Episode: JEREMY HUNT'S CRISIS COMPASS

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Andy Coulson
Host of Crisis What Crisis

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 429 ratings
  • Always something to look forward to on a Tuesday

    Couldn’t recommend this podcast enough. It’s refreshingly real, insightful and highly entertaining. I’m always excited to see who’s coming up next, but I also love going back through the back catalogue and revisiting the incredible stories and conversations from past episodes. A truly brilliant listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PatrickFisher
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Fascinating conversation including valuable lessons

    Really interesting insights that span a wide range of topics, from business and sport through to politics, to suit everyone’s taste. The balance between crisis, resilience and life lessons means each episode has its own distinct spin, with insights and research not found elsewhere.

    The guests are engaging and honest about challenges they have faced, making the lessons relatable and practical. Andy Coulson is an excellent host who asks thoughtful questions, keeps the conversations engaging, and... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    the coester
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Deeply thought-provoking

    What a wonderful idea to explore the concept of strength of character. Incredible guests with outstanding stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LizzieLovett
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Great show!

    I tune in every Tuesday. Always informative and interesting. 👊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RWF26
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Shocking

    Absolutely horrendous and heinous this man is given a platform. Having watched The Hack on ITV I didn’t realise how vile Coulson’s actions were.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    brighteyes79
    United Kingdoma year ago

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The format is seen as insightful for leaders and professionals seeking resilience strategies.
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ERIN BAKER'S CRISIS COMPASS
Q: Okay, a piece of advice that is sort of stuck with you or that you live by, this is one that you might have received or one that you want to pass on?
Erin emphasizes choosing a daily pace—taking things one day at a time—as a crucial practice even though it feels hypocritical given her situation, and notes it as a lasting approach going forward.
ERIN BAKER'S CRISIS COMPASS
Q: Okay, so let's start with a person, community or group that helps you sort of navigate those moments.
Erin describes her church community as a stabilizing force, offering peace, kindness, care, and a sense of stability while her life is in flux.
UNDERSTANDING SHOCK: The body's crisis handbreak
Q: What is the first thing you say to someone whose world is unraveling?
Encourage them to ask for help and acknowledge that reaching out is the hard but essential first step in navigating a crisis.
JEREMY KING'S CRISIS COMPASS
Q: Let's start with a person, please.
Jeremy identifies himself as the key trusted person in crisis, underscoring a philosophy of self-reliance and personal accountability when facing adversity.
JEREMY KING'S CRISIS COMPASS
Q: A comfort that you turn to when things are difficult or stressful?
He cites his family and the act of passing the baton to others as sources of comfort, noting how their perspective helps him stay grounded during tough times.

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What is Crisis What Crisis about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Crisis What Crisis features candid conversations with high-profile leaders, artists, journalists, and entrepreneurs who have navigated severe upheaval, trauma, or major career pivots. Episodes center on resilience, practical crisis navigation, and rebuilding identity after loss or shock, often drawing on rituals, support networks, and external expertise (including legal and advisory perspectives). A standout pattern is the host's calm, probing style that elicits actionable takeaways from guests' personal and professional crises, making it a strong fit for listeners seeking real-world frameworks for crisis management, leadership under pressure, and rebuilding after adversity. The show often blends personal storytelling with strategic lessons... more

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