Who we are
Media lies at the heart of British life; whether through its historical embrace of the daily newspaper, the modulated tones of the BBC or its enthusiasm for voicing its opinion through Twitter, the rowdy, rambunctious, irreverent nature of British democracy is reflected in the country's love of news, views and comment.
The Media Society is a charity which exists to reflect that passion and exuberance through an exciting, diverse and engaging events programme encouraging anyone with an interest in media to get involved, listening to and questioning those at the heart of this enthralling industry.
Our membership includes journalists, broadcasters, PR folk and indeed anyone who has a connection with media. But just as media affects everyone, so our membership is open to all.
Our mission is straightforward; to surprise, provoke, inspire, educate and entertain.
So enjoy exploring our website, look at our events calendar and why not keep up-to-date by joining the Media Society?
After all, in media, it's now. Or never.
Upcoming events
4
SEP
2017
Dylan Jones on Bowie
The editor of GQ will discuss glossy magazine, David Bowie, and more.
2
oct
2017
Balance and Impartiality in a Post-Truth Age
Mary Nightingale chairs a panel of industry insiders at ITV's Southbank Studios.
28
SEP
2017
Royal Television Society & Media Society
1st Annual Steve Hewlett Memorial Lecture 2017
Nick Robinson, BBC Radio Four Today Presenter and former Political Editor of the BBC will give the inaugural Steve Hewlett Memorial Lecture.
9
OCT
2017
Katie Hopkins and Decca Aitkenhead
Controversial right-wing columnist Katie Hopkins will be interrogated...
6
NOV
2017
Shouting in the Street: Adventures and Misadventures of a Fleet Street Survivor
Donald Trelford is in conversation
Latest News
London Voices Winner Announced at Summer Drinks
Sunday June 25
A host of talented journalists were honoured at the Media Society's summer drinks earlier this week.
Steve Hewlett Memorial Fund Launches
MONDAY JUNE 12
The Steve Hewlett Memorial Fund has been set-up in memory of the celebrated broadcaster who died earlier this year after bravely sharing his experiences of cancer through a series of remarkable interviews with Eddie Mair on Radio Four's PM programme.
Reporting terror: You musn't lose the ability to feel
Tuesday April 4
Peter Taylor OBE talks to The Media Society on reporting terror for more than 50 years.
London Voices competition offers £2,000 to young Londoners
Tuesday March 14
The Media Society has joined forces with the London Learning Consortium (LLC) to launch a competition to support aspiring journalists.
Geordie Greig on Trump, the Lebedevs and 'the Daily Mail sparkle'
Friday March 3
The editor of the Mail on Sunday talks about his rise to the top.
BBC's Nick Robinson rallies hacks to "a willingness to call it"
Monday 6 February
News broadcaster, Nick Robinson 'calls it' in conversation with Phil Harding .
Steve Hewlett on that Diana interview, Northern Irish prisons and cancer
Saturday 26 November
One of the nation's most loved broadcasters, Steve Hewlett has an open conversation with Roger Bolton.
The future of print: niche and alternative?
Thursday 26 January
What is the solution to the decline of print?
Jeremy Paxman on 24 hour news, Brexit and Newsnight
Thursday 12 January
The best journalist of his generation discusses his career.
The last ever Tour of BBC Broadcasting House in pictures
Sunday 30 October
The BBC opened it's doors to The Media Society for its last ever public tour.
A sustainable future for Channel 4? David Abraham and Dame Liz Forgan discuss
Thursday 9 June 2016
Current Channel 4 CEO David Abraham discusses suggestions of privatisation floated by Culture Secretary John Whittingdale.
