Best Pixels Papers Podcasts (2025)

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #101: Gregg Feistman, Temple University, on CSR and corporate social advocacy 27:47

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Gregg Feistman, professor of practice in public relations at Temple University and co-author of "Raising Social Capital." Sherry and Gregg discuss corporate social responsibility (CSR) and how it is becoming CSA (corporate social advocacy and activism). Their conversation spans what is social capital, why it's importance f…

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Ep 512: Any Good Fantasy Shows? Ever? 40:53

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Talk of the Tavern — Any Good Fantasy Shows? Ever? Are fantasy shows doomed to fail—or are we just impossible to please? In this episode of Talk of the Tavern, Travis, Ed, and Kevin dive deep into the glittering (and often disappointing) world of fantasy television. From dragons that look like melted rubber ducks to plots that collapse faster than …

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #100: Corey Martin, Allison Worldwide, on influence and influencers 29:07

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Corey Martin, managing director of media + influence at Allison Worldwide and co-founder of @RainbowDads. Sherry and Corey discuss the growing influencer economy (now estimated at $10B) and the increasing role of influencers, who increasingly are the center of an integrated marketing campaign. Their conversation spans the …

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Ep 511: What Is Social Media Good For? 49:05

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Talk of the Tavern — What Is Social Media Good For? Is social media the greatest communication tool in human history—or just a dopamine slot machine with better memes? In this episode of Talk of the Tavern, Travis, Ed, and Kevin sit down to debate whether our favorite platforms have made us more connected or just more confused. From echo chambers t…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #99: Philip Tate, Philip Tate Strategic Communications, on independent consultants 29:11

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Philip Tate, president of Philip Tate Strategic Communications. Sherry and Philip discuss becoming an independent PR consultant. Their conversation spans considerations for launching an independent consultancy, new business development as a sole practitioner, effective tools for staying current and connected in today's env…

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Ep 510: How History Echoes Itself 34:54

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Talk of the Tavern — How History Echoes Itself Is history doomed to repeat itself—or does it just echo through time with better lighting and worse fashion? In this episode of Talk of the Tavern, Travis, Ed, and Kevin (our token Brit and historical mischief-maker) dive into how the past keeps whispering through the present…and sometimes shouting “I …

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #98: Timothy Penning, Grand Valley State University, on putting PR theory into practice 29:00

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Timothy Penning, professor in the school of communications at Grand Valley State University and author of "Public Relations Theory in Practice: Strategic Applications for Professionals." Sherry and Tim discuss how the messaging, strategies, and tactics that public relations, and all communications, professionals do today a…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #97: Hinda Mitchell, Inspire PR Group, on PR for food production and agriculture 27:45

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Hinda Mitchell, founder and president of Inspire PR Group. Sherry and Hinda discuss PR for food production and agricultural clients. Their conversation spans consumer and B2B PR for products, companies, and organizations involved with food production and agriculture, the growing role of influencers in PR campaigns, and the…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #96: Kathleen Lucente, Red Fan Communications, on PR in a 'No Click' World 28:00

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Kathleen Lucente, founder and CEO of Red Fan Communications. Sherry and Kathleen discuss how PR needs to adapt to be effective in today's 'no click' world, where generative AI is changing how information is sourced and communicated. Their conversation spans how to build and promote effective brand and corporate narratives,…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #95: Muck Rack Study: What is AI Reading 27:15

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Sherry Goldman's guests are Linda Zebian, vice president of communications, and Matt Dzugan, senior director of data, at Muck Rack. Sherry, Linda, and Matt discuss the findings of Muck Rack's first-ever study on "What is AI Reading." The surprising study results, which they discuss, include what AI is prioritizing in its searches, the importance of…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #94: Jennifer Kaplan, Evolve Public Relations and Marketing, on reputation 26:29

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Sherry Goldman's guest Jennifer Kaplan, founder and CEO of Evolve Public Relations and Marketing. Sherry and Jennifer discuss managing reputation in today's challenging and changing PR and media landscape. Their conversation touches on managing brand and corporate reputations, as well as personal reputations. Let’s Talk PR & More!, hosted by Sherry…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #93: Donetta Allen, Bobbie, on influencers and influencer marketing 28:11

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Donetta Allen, president of influencer and creator marketing agency Bobbie. Sherry and Donetta discuss influencer marketing and the the growing impact and reach of influencers, especially with Gen Z and Millennials, in consumer and brand public relations. Let’s Talk PR & More!, hosted by Sherry Goldman, president of the aw…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #92: Patrick Aievoli, Rock Paper Pixels, on regulations impacting AI 27:16

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Patrick Aievoli, author of Rock Paper Pixels: How Our Need to Communicate Created a New Economy, Society and Individual. Sherry and Patrick discuss the ways AI is changing how we communicate and its impact on information, misinformation and disinformation. They also discuss the changing regulations and environment that imp…

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Ep 509: Representation vs. Diversity in SciFi 31:06

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Is there a difference between representation and diversity in science fiction—or are they just two sides of the same starship hull? In this episode of Talk of the Tavern, Ed, Andrea, and Travis beam into the debate of who gets seen, who gets heard, and how sci-fi handles it without turning into a clumsy after-school special. From token aliens to fu…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #91: Amy Cosper, Bizee, on entrepreneurship and starting a business 28:14

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Amy Cosper, head of content for Bizee. Sherry and Amy discuss the opportunities and challenges of becoming an entrepreneur. Their conversation covers steps for starting a business and/or consultancy, including business, operational, and communications/marketing efforts. Let’s Talk PR & More!, hosted by Sherry Goldman, pres…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #90, Jaci Clement, Fair Media Council, on changing local media landscape and media accountability 28:32

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Jaci Clement, CEO and executive director of the Fair Media Council. Sherry and Jaci discuss the Council's efforts on its key issues of media accountability and media literacy. Their conversation highlights the importance of local media, how it is changing to meet today's economic realities and changing audience engagement,…

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Ep 508: Pixels vs. Paper: Why We’re Still Hoarding DVDs 20:16

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Stream it? Own it? Lose it forever when the licensing vanishes? In this episode of Talk of the Tavern, Ed and Travis wade into the great media debate: digital convenience vs. physical permanence. From vanishing movies on streaming platforms to that one CD you swear sounded better, we talk about the pros, cons, and emotional chaos of trusting your l…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #89: Jennifer Avril, Warner Communications, on environmental, climate tech, and sustainability communications 28:00

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Jennifer Avril, senior account manager of Warner Communications. Sherry and Jennifer discuss public relations and messaging for environmental and climate tech companies and issues. Their conversation addresses the benefits and challenges of public relations efforts for environmental and climate tech companies and sustainab…

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Ep 507: Wait... We’re the Vintage Now? 22:37

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Remember when old movies meant black-and-white gangsters and big band soundtracks? Yeah—now it’s Star Wars and Saturday Night Fever. In this episode of Talk of the Tavern, Travis and Ed grapple with the gut-punch realization that the 1960s and '70s are now retro. That’s right—our classics are today’s sepia-toned nostalgia. From vinyl revivals to AI…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #88: Jeff Blumenfeld, Blumenfeld & Associates, on PR to find a life-saving kidney donor 25:14

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Jeff Blumenfeld, founder of Blumenfeld & Associates. Jeff shares how he used his PR and marketing expertise in a most important effort - to save his life! And, now he's using PR to help save others' lives. Sherry and Jeff discuss how Jeff used public relations and marketing to help him find the kidney he needed when he fou…

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Ep 506: “Do No Harm” (Unless You're Billing for It) 27:48

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Why is it easier to schedule a pizza than a cardiologist? In this episode of Talk of the Tavern, Travis and Ed pull no punches as they vent, roast, and dissect the absolute circus that is modern healthcare. From navigating insurance loopholes to playing phone tag with doctors who vanish like side quests, it’s a raw look at what happens when the sys…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #87: Fay Shapiro, CommPRO.biz, on the changing public relations industry 25:20

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Fay Shapiro, founding publisher of CommPRO.biz. Sherry and Fay discuss the changing public relations industry, including the evolution of tools and resources that PR pros rely on daily and how technology and AI are driving the industry and partners to new areas and opportunities. Let’s Talk PR & More!, hosted by Sherry Gol…

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Ep 505: Eat Like You Give a Damn (About Future You) 31:53

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Why do we treat our bodies like garbage disposals and then act shocked when they break down? In this episode of Talk of the Tavern, Travis and Ed swap barstools for soapboxes and get personal about what happens when you stop eating like a raccoon on a Vegas bender. From high blood pressure scares to the war on sodium, it’s a brutally honest convers…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #86: David Fuscus, Xenophon Strategies, on generative AI in PR 29:00

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Sherry Goldman's guest is David Fuscus, CEO of Xenophon Strategies and founder and CEO of Precis AI. Sherry and David discuss the growing role of generative AI in public relations, as well as in agency management. Their conversation spans how AI is changing the skill sets of writers and PR pros, best practices for using AI and how it can impact age…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #85: Heddy DeMaria, Hunter, on motivating and engaging Gen Z 29:19

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Heddy DeMaria, chief insights and strategy office at Hunter. Sherry and Heddy discuss how brands and organizations can effectively target, motivate, and engage Gen Z, a most sought after audience. The episode covers the results of the just released Hunter: Influence in America Study on Gen Z, which analyzes their purchasin…

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EP 504: Consumer Culture 1:01:49

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Why do we keep buying crap we don’t need with money we don’t have to impress people we don’t like? In this episode of Talk of the Tavern, Travis, Ed, and Andrea throw back a few drinks and dive headfirst into the glittering black hole of consumer culture. From impulse buys to marketing manipulation, we ask the big questions—like whether we’re addic…

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Ep 503: Future Tech Now 42:55

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From smart homes and AI translators to haunted Furbys (okay, maybe not haunted), Travis, Ed, and Andrea dive into the techno-marvels shaping our daily lives—and the privacy nightmares riding shotgun. Are we living in the future or just beta-testing it for the robots? And more importantly, who gave Alexa permission to judge our midnight snack habits…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #84: Laura Borgstede, Calysto Communications, on using AI in PR and media relations 27:11

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Laura Borgstede, CEO of Calysto Communications. Sherry and Laura discuss doing PR for AI clients, as well as best practices for using AI in PR and media relations in B2B campaigns. Their conversation also covers how media views AI-generated content sent to them, as well as specific AI tools that can help PR pros in their w…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #83: Kourtney Jason, Pacific & Court, on book publicity 27:02

6M ago27:02

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Kourtney Jason, president and co-founder of Pacific & Court. Sherry and Kourtney discuss public relations for books and authors. Their conversation spans developing effective media relations outreach strategies, pitching stories, and using social media to support the media outreach effort and book sales. Let’s Talk PR & Mo…

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Ep 502: Cancel Culture & Consequences: Who Gets a Second Chance? 1:07:04

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In this fiery round at Talk of the Tavern, Travis, Ed, and Andrea tackle the tangled mess that is Cancel Culture. Is it justice or just a digital witch hunt? The crew sips and sparrs over accountability, public shaming, and whether society’s obsession with calling people out is helping or hurting. Can people change—or are past mistakes now permanen…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #82: Frank D'Agostino on brand-media partnerships 28:00

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Frank D'Agostino, a brand and media partnership executive. Sherry and Frank discuss brand partnerships with media and entertainment entities. Their conversation spans how to enter into brand-media partnerships, strategic planning and timelines, creating creative & impactful content, and evaluating their effectiveness. Let’…

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Ep 501: Scars, Shots, and Side Effects: A Tavern Talk on PTSD 47:44

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In this unfiltered episode of Talk of the Tavern, Travis, Ed, and Andrea tackle the invisible wounds that don’t fade with time: PTSD. From veterans to victims of everyday chaos, we explore how trauma lingers, how people cope, and why society still can’t seem to talk about it without flinching. Expect brutal honesty, dark humor, and a round of drink…

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Ep 500: 500 Episodes Later—Have We Learned Anything? 46:22

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It’s our 500th episode, and we’re still standing (barely)! In this milestone celebration, Travis, Ed, and Andrea reflect on the rants, revelations, and ridiculous moments that brought us here. From drunken debates to unexpectedly deep dives, we ask the ultimate question: Did we learn anything—or just get better at faking it? What’s On Tap: 🍻 Best M…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #81: Alexandra Zendrian, AtoZ Communications, on identifying newsworthy stories 26:36

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Alexandra Zendrian, founder of AtoZ Communications. Sherry and Alexandra discuss best practices for creating stories that will make news. Drawing on their earlier careers as journalists before becoming PR pros, Sherry and Alexandra identify the stories and issues that can help companies generate earned media coverage and a…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #80: Pam Cronin, Pam Ann Marketing, on Google analytics 25:51

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Pam Aungst Cronin, owner of Pam Ann Marketing LLC. Sherry and Pam discuss Google analytics - how it works, what it tells us, ways to use the data to improve all aspects of business, and how AI is impacting analytics. The conversation will also offer helpful tips for understanding all search engine and website analytics, no…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #79 - Natacha Favry, Kalamari, on PR in the U.S. and Europe 27:32

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Natacha Favry, founder of Kalamari. Sherry and Natacha discuss best practices for international PR - for American companies wanting to do PR in Europe and for European companies wanting to do PR in the U.S. It is more than just translating the materials into another language. Media relations and journalist expectations are…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #78: Tommy Means, Mekanism, on storytelling for emerging media 27:21

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Tommy Means, founding partner and chief creative officer of Mekanism. Sherry and Tommy discuss creative brand storytelling. Their conversation spans storytelling for emerging media; how to determine a brand's DNA and then apply it to storytelling, PR, advertising, and marketing; and how AI is influencing and changing all a…

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Ep 499: The Death of Common Sense – A Eulogy 42:36

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Common sense: gone but not forgotten. In this episode of Talk of the Tavern, Travis, Ed, and Andrea mourn the tragic demise of rational thought. From warning labels on coffee cups to viral stupidity, we break down the slow, painful decline of basic logic. Was it social media? Lawsuits? Participation trophies? Grab a drink as we pay our respects—and…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #77: Peter Freedman, Think Inc., on PR, guerilla marketing & the PR for Calm 27:59

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Peter Freedman, founder and director of thinking of Think Inc. Sherry and Peter discuss Peter's 10 Golden Rules of PR and Guerilla Marketing and how taking risks can help start-ups, many of which are apps, create buzz and awareness for their ventures. Peter also discusses his 'silly PR' for client Calm, which helped the re…

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Ep 498: Aliens, AI, and Apocalypse—Which Will Kill Us First? 37:39

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Aliens, AI, or apocalypse—who’s got the best odds of ending us first? In this episode of Talk of the Tavern, Travis, Ed, and Andrea break down humanity’s top doomsday contenders. Will aliens finally show up, AI take over, or will we just self-destruct the old-fashioned way? Grab a drink and let’s debate which extinction event is most likely—and whe…

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Ep 497: Millennials in the Workplace: Heroes or Hindrances? 45:33

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Millennials—are they revolutionizing the workplace with innovation and work-life balance, or are they just entitled brats who demand participation trophies and nap pods? In this episode of Talk of the Tavern, Travis, Ed, and Andrea sip, rant, and roast their way through the generational battlefield of office culture. From quiet quitting to hustle c…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #76: Neil Brown, The Poynter Institute, on local media and today's media environment 29:02

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Neil Brown, president of The Poynter Institute. Sherry and Neil have a wide ranging conversation about the state of today's media, the critical role that local media plays, how the media and journalists can combat the growing mistrust in the media and the rise of misinformation and disinformation, and how the public can he…

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Ep 496: Raising Minimum Wage: Broken Systems 44:43

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Episode Summary Raising the minimum wage—economic salvation or the beginning of financial Armageddon? In this episode of Talk of the Tavern, Travis, Ed, and Andrea dive into the heated debate over wage increases. Will higher paychecks lift people out of poverty, or will it just drive inflation through the roof? And more importantly, will this affec…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #75: Matt Krayton, Publitics, on political communications 29:07

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Matt Krayton, founder and principal of Publitics. Sherry and Matt discuss the changing landscape for political-related communications and public relations campaigns that are political-adjacent. Their conversation includes effective use of earned media, social media, and influencer endorsements. Let’s Talk PR & More!, hoste…

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Ep 495: Microplastics: Getting Under Your Skin? 41:55

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Episode Summary Plastic is everywhere—our oceans, our food, our beer, andnow… our bloodstream? In this episode of Talk of the Tavern, Travis, Ed, and Andrea break down (unlike microplastics) what these tiny particles are doing to our bodies and the environment. Are we all just becoming human Tupperware? Or is this just another overblown eco-panic? …

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #74: Gabrielle Kessler, We Are Social, on experiential marketing 29:05

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Gabrielle Kessler, creative and strategic leader of We Are Social. Sherry and Gabrielle discuss experiential marketing - best practices, how to incorporate it in public relations campaigns, and how to create an experiential experience that could go viral. Let’s Talk PR & More!, hosted by Sherry Goldman, president of the aw…

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Ep 494: GMOs, Friend or Foe? 41:43

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Talk of the Tavern Podcast #494: GMOs, Friend or Foe? Talk of the Tavern Podcast #494 GMOs: Friend or Foe? Featuring: Travis, Ed, and Andrea Episode Summary In this episode of Talk of the Tavern, we dive headfirst into the world of GMOs—Genetically Modified Organisms. Are they the savior of modern agriculture, feeding the masses and saving the plan…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #73: Brian Bohl, Canon USA, media relations for sports and B2B clients 29:11

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Brian Bohl, specialist in the corporate communications department of Canon USA. Sherry and Brian discuss best practices for media relations. Their conversation covers B2B media relations, as well as handling media outreach for sports entities. (Brian handled media relations while for local sports associations and the New Y…

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Let's Talk PR & More Show #72: Lynn Appelbaum, Classroom to Workplace: Land Your First Marketing Communications Job 28:46

9M ago28:46

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Sherry Goldman's guest is Lynn Appelbaum, professor emerita at the City College of New York and author of the book Classroom to Workplace: Land Your First Marketing Communications Job. Sherry and Lynn discuss practical tips and advice for students and young professionals looking to find their first (or next) job in public relations, advertising, ma…

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Ep 493: Extinction Events & Genetic Editing 36:51

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Andrea and Ed follow Travis down the dark rabbit hole of why the it's okay when we have extinction events and why we could (but may shouldn't) revive extinct species in our modern world. What's your thoughts? Comment, Subscribe, and Share! Books: http://bit.ly/TravisBooks Merch: https://the-tavern-society.printify.me/ Watch the live stream on Twitc…