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Steve Barrett, PRWeek

PRWeek"s regular weekly roundup of everything that matters in the worlds of PR and communications.

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The PR Week: 12.19.2024 - Ben LaBolt, the White House

The PR Week ·

2024/12/19

The PR Week podcast ends 2024 with a big name as White House communications director Ben LaBolt sits for the final interview of the year. He talks about the changing nature of the White House press shop, the evolving media landscape and the challenges it presents for Democrats, the Biden administration’s long-term impacts and much more. Plus the biggest marketing and communications news of the week, such as leadership appointments at The Weber Shandwick Collective, President-elect Donald Trump’s

00:43:08

The PR Week: 12.12.2024 - Anthony D’Angelo, Syracuse...

The PR Week ·

2024/12/12

The latest guest on The PR Week podcast is Anthony D’Angelo, who leads the public relations practice at Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications. He gives listeners insight into how colleges and universities are training students for a future in which AI is an even more integral part of their professional lives. D’Angelo also weighs in on the historic holding company merger bringing together Omnicom Group and Interpublic Group and what it could mean for clients, agencies

00:40:33

The PR Week: 12.5.2024 - Greg Galant, Muck Rack

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2024/12/05

The latest guest on The PR Week podcast is Greg Galant, cofounder and CEO of earned media platform Muck Rack. He chats about the rapidly changing world of media relations, including the new mix of traditional media with influencers and content creators, and why teams should be eager to work with both. Plus, his take on how long a podcast should run. Also on the agenda, the top marketing and communications news of the week, including layoffs at Edelman, a new chairman at Allison and RF|Binder’s

00:30:22

The PR Week: 11.25.2024 - Hall of Fame Special

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2024/11/25

This special edition of The PR Week was recorded live at the PRWeek Hall of Fame induction ceremony in New York City. Six incredible industry luminaries joined the hall this year, and Eli Lilly and Company’s Kathryn Beiser was recognized with the David Finn Award. In this episode, you’ll hear sounds from the stage, including speeches from the honorees, and conversations with inductees prior to the ceremony.Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start

00:37:22

The PR Week, 11.21.2024: Michael Kaye, Archer/OkCupid

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2024/11/21

The latest guest on The PR Week podcast is Michael Kaye, head of brand and director of brand marketing and communications at Archer and OkCupid. He talks about why dating apps shouldn’t try to be everything to everyone, why he enjoys teaching and how he overcame his fear of public speaking. Plus, the biggest marketing and communications news of the week, including people moves at Racepoint Group and Burson, the return of edible mascots and the best Thanksgiving campaigns. Follow us:

00:28:18

Communications is a linchpin of innovation adoption,...

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2024/11/18

In a world that demands innovation but still experiences resistance to change, communications is a critical factor in the successful adoption of emerging technologies across industries. Kathy Beiser, chief communications officer of Eli Lilly & Company, and 2024 recipient of the David Finn Award is joined by Kathy Bloomgarden, CEO of Ruder Finn, and Steve Barrett, VP, editorial director of PRWeek, to explore the evolution of market shaping in an era where personalized news and empowered consumers

00:44:20

The PR Week, 11.14.2024: Ben Smith, Semafor

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2024/11/14

The latest guest on The PR Week podcast is Ben Smith, cofounder and editor-in-chief of Semafor. He talks about the new media outlet’s unique take, which Smith describes as transparent and welcoming of a range of views instead of partisan, and discusses President-elect Donald Trump’s victory. Also on the agenda: the changing state of media, the Trump team’s relationship with the press and much more. It’s also a big week for healthcare content, with a profile of Johnson & Johnson’s Vanessa Broadhurst,

00:44:37

The PR Week, 11.7.2024: Tara Reid, Havas Formula

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2024/11/07

Tara Reid has been CEO of Havas Formula since 2023, leading the firm that is part of the Havas network. She talks about the agency’s work, and discusses the biggest marketing and communications story of the year: the 2024 presidential election and Donald Trump’s return to the White House. Plus, industry news such as PRSA’s CEO stepping down and major people moves at Takeda, FleishmanHillard and PRWeek’s parent company, Haymarket Media. Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights,

00:53:44

10.31.2024: Michael Nyman, Acceleration

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2024/10/31

The latest guest on The PR Week podcast is Michael Nyman, who split from PMK-BNC in 2018 to found the Acceleration Community of Companies. He’s since built the network by acquiring agencies, including a majority stake in New York-based PR firm DKC. Nyman talks about why he calls Acceleration a “doing company” rather than a holding company, and about the top marketing and communications news of the week, including the closing pitches by Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald

00:37:24

Brian Snyder, Axicom

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2024/10/24

Axicom’s Brian Snyder is the latest guest on The PR Week podcast. He talks about Axicom’s place in the Burson network and how it stands out in the wider agency word. Plus the biggest marketing and communications news of the week, such as Donald Trump’s McDonald’s stop, quarterly earnings from Interpublic Group and WPP and Intuit’s very awkward post-podcast conversation with The Verge.Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start Your Free 1-Month Trial

00:34:32

10.17.2024: Erik Carlson, Notified

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2024/10/17

Eric Carlson, COO for product, operations and finance at Notified, is the latest guest on The PR Week podcast. He joins the show to talk about the newest developments in the communications platforms and technologies space and other hot topics. Plus, the biggest marketing and communications news of the week, such as Omnicom’s Q3 earnings, FEMA fighting disinformation and marketing crises at Heinz and Bath & Body Works. Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special

00:22:55

10.10.2024: Courtney Walker, MMC/RXMosaic

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2024/10/10

The latest guest on The PR Week podcast is Courtney Walker, chief growth officer at MMC and RXMosaic. She talks about interesting campaigns, including the Susan Toothbrush effort for Philips Sonicare and a tasty Discover Puerto Rico collaboration, as well as other work. Plus, PRWeek’s Diana Bradley talks about the biggest marketing and communications news of the week, such as disinformation about Hurricanes Helene and Milton and Airheads’ Halloween campaign. Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest

00:33:12

10.3.2024 - Donna LaVoie, LaVoieHealthScience

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2024/10/03

Donna LaVoie joins The PR Week podcast to talk about her team’s work across biopharma, medical devices and other important health areas, as well as her firm's specialities in PR, marketing, IR, digital and creative. Plus, the biggest marketing and communications news of the week, such as PayPal’s communications reorganization, a new top comms exec at eBay and reactions to the vice presidential debate. Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start Your

00:38:31

9.26.2024 - Nancy Elder, New York Mets

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2024/09/26

Nancy Elder was a mid-season acquisition for the New York Mets in 2022. Since then, she’s served as the team’s chief communications officer, handling much more than beat writer relations for the Major League Baseball team.She talks about the club’s down-to-the-wire playoff push, promoting food and drink options at Citi Field and this season’s memeable moments, including those starring Grimace. Plus, the biggest marketing and communications news of the week, including AI Deciphered, U.N. General

00:25:27

When politics and communications collide, sponsored...

The PR Week ·

2024/09/25

With the 2024 U.S. elections fast approaching, PRWeek's Gideon Fidelzeid sits down with Sachs Media's Ryan Cohn to explore the high-stakes intersection of politics and communications. Through real-world examples, they unpack the risks and rewards of taking political stances, how to talk about key issues without alienating stakeholders and the art of proactive brand storytelling with lawmakers. Cohn also shares why an employee advocacy program may be the missing piece to your internal communications

00:39:03

9.19.2024 - Chris Foster, Omnicom PR Group

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2024/09/19

The latest guest on The PR Week podcast is none other than Chris Foster, CEO of Omnicom Public Relations Group, the network that contains agencies including Ketchum, FleishmanHillard and Porter Novelli. He talks about how his company sees hot-button issues such as AI, broader market conditions, competing with private equity and other issues. Plus the biggest marketing and communications news of the week, including PRWeek’s special report on AI, Amazon calling office workers back in five days a week

00:41:16

9.12.2024 - Helena Maus, Archetype and Marker Collective

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2024/09/12

This week’s guest on The PR Week podcast is none other than Helena Maus, CEO of Next Fifteen agency Archetype and the Marker Collective. She explains the rapidly changing world of technology comms, the PR scene in the Bay Area, the debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris and much more. Plus the biggest marketing and communications news of the week, such as the detainment of Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill and a new marketing leader at X. Follow us:

00:42:10

9.5.2024 - Jeff Hahn, Hahn Marketing & Communications

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2024/09/05

There’s no shortage of PR and communications stories to talk about on the latest edition of The PR Week. Special guest Jeff Hahn joins the podcast to talk about his unique agency, based in Austin, Texas, as well as how his skills helped him survive his own crisis. He also discusses the unique position of the NFL — read PRWeek’s profile of league comms leader Katie Hill — which kicks off its season this week. Hahn also talks about the biggest marketing and communications news of the week, such as

00:42:23

8.29.2024 - Bill Imada, IW Group

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2024/08/29

Bill Imada is chairman and chief connectivity officer at IW Group, but in reality he’s much more. He’s an agency founder and leader, a brilliant networker and mentor and a pioneer in diversity and other areas — not to mention a PRWeek Hall of Famer. He stops by The PR Week podcast to talk about his agency’s history and to offer his thoughts about the biggest marketing and communications news of the week, such as Lowe’s changing its DEI policy and big changes in UPS’ communications

00:37:46

8.22.2024 - Michael Kuczkowski, Orangefiery

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2024/08/22

Former Edelman San Francisco GM Michael Kuczkowski, who founded his own shop Orangefiery in 2014, is the special guest on this week’s episode of The PR Week podcast. Kuczkowski reflects on what Orangefiery has been up to over the past 10 years, how it has branched out from healthcare into the corporate social impact space and he shares his advice for anyone looking to launch their own PR agency. Kuczkowski also talks with PRWeek’s Steve Barrett and Diana Bradley about the biggest PR and marketing

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