Sam McAlister - Speaker

Speaker, BAFTA-nominated Producer, Negotiator And Journalism Expert
London
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Sam McAlister | Speaker Biography

BAFTA-nominated interview producer for BBC Newsnight
Author of bestseller "Scoops: Behind the Scenes of the BBC's Most Shocking Interviews"
Negotiation expert and visiting senior fellow at LSE

Sam McAlister is a BAFTA-nominated interview producer who has negotiated with everyone from Buckingham Palace to The White House, Tesla to Facebook. With skills honed over a decade in the BBC's elite news programs, notably BBC Newsnight, she is accustomed to persuading reluctant individuals to participate in a news program renowned for its rigour and incisiveness.

Her exclusives include, most notably, an interview with HRH Prince Andrew, as well as interviews with Sheryl Sandberg, Prime Minister Trudeau, President Clinton, Prime Minister Netanyahu, Elon Musk, James Comey, Stormy Daniels, Julian Assange, Trevor Noah, Amy Schumer, and Eric Schmidt. She has an insider's perspective on what these interviews reveal about leadership, reputation, and communication in the modern age. She knows how to avoid making critical mistakes and handle the media and its most brutal interrogators. She also delves into the art of negotiation, which she has honed over decades, and shares insights on "How to Convince a Prince" — the infamous interview with Emily Maitlis

Negotiation, media management, strategy, and public speaking have always been central to Sam's work, from her time as a criminal defence barrister to her numerous public speaking and debating accolades, as well as her interactions with celebrities and governments. Sam's book, Scoops: Behind the Scenes of the BBC's Most Shocking Interviews, was published in 2022. The book offers an inside look at the secrets of a former BBC producer who made her way to Buckingham Palace, providing a behind-the-scenes pass to the most unforgettable journalism of our time. It became a bestseller on Amazon. The book was adapted into a documentary for Channel 4, titled 'The Problem Prince', aired as part of the channel's Coronation coverage in May 2023. It was also broadcast on A&E in August 2023. Sam has extensive experience as a keynote speaker, addressing audiences ranging from banks to law firms, CEOs, and embassies. She has also chaired day-long events, participated in panel discussions, and hosted awards ceremonies. 

Recently, she was appointed a visiting senior fellow at the London School of Economics (LSE), where she teaches negotiation to the law faculty. In 2024, Netflix released 'Scoop' a film adapted from Sam's 2022 book.

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Sam brings unparalleled insights from her experiences negotiating with global leaders and securing high-profile interviews, offering your team a masterclass in negotiation, media management, and strategic communication. Her firsthand accounts of navigating complex discussions and media landscapes will empower your business with the skills to handle public relations and leadership challenges effectively.

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