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Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi

Tech guru and veteran CNBC and Bloomberg journalist Eric Chemi takes on modern business and what it takes to break through from a journalist’s perspective. It’s all about being assertive (!!) in a way that wins friends and nurtures relationships – what we at Bospar have branded “Politely Pushy”. From CEOs, founders and investors, to IT experts, luminaries, and other interesting sorts, Eric delivers straight talk in a relaxed “let’s have coffee” conversation that’s interesting, fast-paced, and

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35:34

Reshaping Corporate L&D Through the Lens of Analyst...

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2026/02/11

AI has been the main character in every conversation across every layer of business. This year, industry analyst Josh Bersin proposes a shift in AI's role: from an individual productivity tool to a tool for problem assessment. In this episode, Eric Chemi sits down with Josh to discuss the evolution of the $400B corporate learning segment of the HR industry, the relationship between analysts and startup companies, and how to assess business health through corporate leadership. Dig into Josh'...

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34:05

Preparing for Tech Conferences With a PR and...

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2026/02/03

Award season and conference season go hand-in-hand. In the PR world, CES signals the beginning of another exciting event calendar. Eric Chemi is joined by Bospar's Emily Roberts and Caroline Kamerschen to explain why integrating PR, media relations, and digital marketing efforts ahead of tech industry conferences, such as NVIDIA GTC and RSA, is a critical investment. Promoting new products through demos and feeding the customer pipeline is only scratching the surface of what's possib...

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39:28

Reddit, Credibility, and the Future of B2B PR in the...

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2026/01/27

Where do people turn when seeking information, yet are tired of sales-minded responses? Maybe Google, but increasingly, the answer is Reddit. In this episode, Eric Chemi chats with Bospar colleagues Connor Grant and Emma Rafanello to unpack why Reddit has become the most influential–and misunderstood– platform in B2B marketing and PR. Widespread AI-generated content has driven platform users to more community-based spaces that prioritize credibility and authenticity. The conversation ...

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41:10

The Shift to GEO: Understanding the New Roles of PR,...

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2026/01/18

We want answers fast. Not just any answers. We want relevant, peer-contributed, and verified answers. What happens if those answers are wrong, primarily when referring to your business and the offerings you provide? In this episode of Politely Pushy, Eric Chemi peels back the curtain on GEO (generative engine optimization). The episode features critical considerations outlined by: Bospar Principal Curtis Sparrer underscores the need for a GEO and AI search solution to uphold brand safety and ...

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37:42

How To Increase Launch Velocity With Nathan Bowser

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2026/01/13

"Frequency and authenticity are the two biggest drivers of engagement in today's channels." In this episode of Politely Pushy, Eric Chemi connects with Nathan C Bowser, a product strategist, podcast host of "The Tech Glow Up," and founder of Awesome Future. Interacting with Fortune 1000 companies and interviewing 300+ technology leaders has fine-tuned Nathan's data-meets-creative approach to helping businesses and the innovative go-to-market leaders behind them succeed. Tune into this e...

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17:04

Celebrating 10 Years of Bospar

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2025/12/17

2025 was the 10th anniversary of Bospar, the "politely pushy" PR and marketing firm. Throughout the past decade, Bospar defied conventions and delivered winning results for companies across healthcare, finance, tech, and more. Eric Chemi sits down with Bospar Principals Curtis Sparrer, Chris Boehlke, and Tom Carpenter to discuss 10 years of lessons learned and achievements made. Cheers to the next 10 years!

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51:06

Inside Retail’s AI Transformation with Greg Buzek of...

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2025/10/21

Retail is at an inflection point, and AI is the lever. In this episode, Eric Chemi chats with Greg Buzek, Chief AI Officer at IHL Services, as he breaks down how leading retailers are moving from pilot projects to sustained AI implementation.

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40:51

How AI Realized's Christina Ellwood Is Shaping the AI...

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2025/10/15

AI adoption isn't happening in isolation. If you've wondered how to turn AI from a buzzword into business value, look no further than AI Realized: a global network of enterprise AI adopters. In this episode of Politely Pushy, Christina Ellwood, organizer of AI Realized Summit, shares how this event connects enterprise executives at the Fortune 2000 level to collaborate, learn, and turn insight into action.

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39:02

Why Online Safety Matters When Anger Sells

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2025/10/07

The secret to amassing engagement online, especially on social media, is driving divisiveness. Larry Magid, journalist, technology columnist, and President and CEO of ConnectSafely, shares how strengthening online safety is more critical than ever. Tune into this episode as Eric Chemi and Larry discuss the importance of ConnectSafely's organizational mission.

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32:07

What Do AEO and GEO Mean for Your Brand?

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2025/09/30

The era of AI has brought about a drastic shift in online user behavior. It's also ushered in a new consideration for elevating your brand across digital platforms. In this episode of Politely Pushy, Jennifer Devine from Freshwater Creative unpacks the nuances, importance, and implementation of SEO, GEO, and AEO.

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36:36

Meet the Tool Helping Companies Analyze Positioning...

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2025/09/25

Introducing Audit*E, a tool that evaluates company presence and content performance across eight major AI platforms, including Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok, Meta AI, Mistral, and DeepSeek. In this special episode of Politely Pushy, Bospar Principal Curtis Sparrer and Freshwater Creative Founder Jennifer Devine discuss a critical challenge businesses face today with the influence of AI-powered search engines. Tune in to learn how Audit*E addresses this challenge, differs from traditional SEO...

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38:45

Securing Funding Coverage With Tomio Geron

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2025/09/16

Your company's funding announcement is on the horizon. Now what? Seasoned journalist and Bospar Content Director, Tomio Geron, joins Eric Chemi to share best practices for crafting the narrative, including the impact of the funding, and planning your outreach strategy.

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47:30

The Role of Independent Research Analysts With Jon...

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2025/09/08

All analysts, by definition, are influencers. But not all influencers are analysts. Eric Chemi welcomes Jon Arnold of J Arnold & Associates. Jon is an independent research analyst with a rich background in marketing and a diverse range of projects spanning telecommunications, technology, energy, transportation, and other sectors. Tune in as Jon shares how companies and leaders can effectively navigate analyst relations and maximize the value of their program.

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40:08

Predicting the Future With Former Gartner Healthcare...

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2025/09/02

"I'm not here to report the news. That's the past. The job of the analyst is to predict the future by setting up a framework or paradigm that you want to establish with your readers and clients so they can visualize where the market is and where it's headed." After years of working alongside healthcare organizations, former Gartner analyst Seth Feder shares his insights with Eric Chemi. Looking to succeed in the ever-changing global healthcare ecosystem? Don't miss this episode!

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35:55

Looking at the Bigger Picture With Blogalyst Peter...

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2025/08/26

Next up in the analyst relations series, Eric Chemi introduces Peter Radizeski. Spanning tech and telecoms, Peter has shaped his career from blogging to channel development to consulting. Tune in to hear how Peter has approached helping organizations get from point A to point Z.

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39:32

Behind the Scenes: The Integrated Communications...

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2025/08/12

From defying conventional PR tactics to crushing KPIs, the Bospar team navigated Intel's RealSense launch with precision, leading to: 2.2 billion reach4X website traffic increase90-day LinkedIn goals hit in 12 hoursCoverage in CNBC, Reuters, TechCrunch, Fortune, and more!Eric Chemi chats with RealSense's Mike Nielsen and the PR and Social Media experts who crafted the winning strategy for this high-stakes spin-out.

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35:33

Closing the B2B Intelligence Gap With Rich Karpinski...

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2025/08/05

Under the umbrella of S&P, Rich Karpinski and the 451 Research team are dedicated to delivering real-time analyst insights and consultation for enterprises across IoT, infrastructure, DevOps, and more. In this episode, Bospar's Eric Chemi digs into the art and opportunity of GenAI for market intelligence, the evolution of IoT adoption, and the role of analyst investment.

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29:41

Does Your Company Need an Analyst Relations Program?

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2025/07/29

As part of a comprehensive and proactive PR strategy, analyst relations is an ongoing activity that relies on tight company branding and an experienced team. Eric Chemi takes a deep dive into AR with Bospar experts, Brandy and AJ.

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27:24

Welcome to Bospar’s AI University

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2025/06/03

Welcome to AI University! At Bospar, we understand that AI isn’t going anywhere. So instead of resisting, we are embracing AI and leveraging the power it holds to help us do our jobs better. Courtney Merolle and Kyle Ankney, our professors at AI University, join Eric Chemi to talk through how we thoughtfully leverage AI in our day-to-day operations and how we ensure every Bospartan is well-versed in the complexities AI can hold.

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40:30

Mental Health Awareness Month: How Bospar Supports...

Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi ·

2025/05/20

At Bospar, we’ve been proudly remote before it was trendy, but working from anywhere doesn’t mean escaping the pressures of PR. In this Mental Health Awareness Month episode of Politely Pushy, we get candid about the unique mental health challenges of remote communications professionals. From always-on expectations to navigating digital burnout, we talk about what it takes to support teams, foster balance, and prioritize well-being in a 24/7 industry. Because mental health isn’t a luxury—it’...

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