Best Susan Blackwell Podcasts (2025)

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S6E3 - Sean Mayes / The Town Hall Spark Sessions 18:20

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In this week’s Town Hall Spark Session, we welcomed Sean Mayes, the visionary conductor and founder of Pops of Color, as he takes us behind the scenes of creating an orchestra that’s building bridges and breaking barriers. Join us as Sean shares how Pops of Color sparked from idea to inception. We discuss the impact of the orchestra’s unique progra…

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Alison Arngrim, USA 19:02

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Alison Arngrim is an American actress, author, philanthropist, and advocate for the protection of children from abuse, exploitation, and neglect. At five years old, Alison began her television career and is best known for her portrayal of Nellie Olsen on the NBC television series, "Little House on the Prairie." In this episode, Alison discusses her…

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S6E2 - Eisa Davis / The Town Hall Spark Sessions 19:15

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For our second round The Town Hall Spark Sessions award-winning actor, writer, and singer-songwriter, Eisa Davis. In addition to co-writing the Warriors concept album with Lin-Manuel Mirana, she wrote and starred in Angela’s Mixtape, and was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in Drama for her play Bulrusher. Join us as we discuss Eisa’s approach to …

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Danielle Mullings, Jamaica 20:11

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Danielle Mullings is a dynamic young leader and technology enthusiast. She does a fun mix of tech, youth empowerment, and media, hosting a youth TV show, moderating global science events, and serving on Jamaica’s AI Task Force. Danielle is currently juggling these responsibilities while part-time pursuing her Masters of Science in Translational Hea…

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S6E1 - Lin-Manuel Miranda / The Town Hall Spark Sessions 23:11

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Surprise! We’re back, with some hot, fresh creative sparks for you—and this time, we’re at the Town Hall! In the first episode of The Town Hall Spark Sessions, we’re thrilled to feature a new conversation with Lin-Manuel Miranda about legacy, creativity, and the upcoming Spring Shout at the Town Hall—a benefit performance honoring him! As one of to…

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Introducing The Town Hall Spark Sessions 4:38

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The Town Hall, New York City’s landmark cultural venue, is teams up with The Spark File, the acclaimed creativity podcast hosted by Susan Blackwell and Laura Camien, in this brand-new podcast series: The Town Hall Spark Sessions. The Town Hall Spark Sessions will spotlight creatives, musicians, comedians, artists, advocates, cultural creators and c…

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Susan Jeremy (USA) 20:16

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Susan Jeremy is a solo performer, stand-up, playwright and public school teacher in New York City. As a performer, she keeps her audiences laughing with many characters, music, observations, and dry wit. She is the author of seven solo shows which she performs internationally. Susan’s works have been featured around the world at comedy festivals, i…

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PR Masters Series Episode #98 - Troy Blackwell 40:46

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In the latest episode of the PR Masters Series Podcast, host Art Stevens welcomed a distinguished guest—and mentee—Troy Blackwell, an award-winning communicator and federally appointed official with an impressive record of public service. The conversation was a rich exploration of Troy’s career trajectory, his philosophy on public communication, an…

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PR Masters Series Episode #97 - Diana Littman 40:45

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In this episode of the PR Masters Podcast, Diana Littman, CEO of MSL U.S., shares her leadership philosophy and insights on the future of public relations. From emerging tech to mentoring the next generation, Diana offers valuable takeaways for communicators navigating today’s evolving landscape.By commpro.biz

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Dr. Patty Johnson, USA 18:50

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Dr. Patty Johnson is a writer and psychologist who believes in healing through stories. She is currently working on a memoir and has 2 published books—Essays of Night and Daylight and Breathe & Release: A 12 Month Journal for Healing from Anxiety. In this episode, Dr. Johnson discusses what sparked her interest in becoming a psychologist… being gui…

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Dr (h.c.) Jen Blackwell BEM and Sue Blackwell, United Kingdom 16:12

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After 10 years of searching for the right support to enable Jen to follow her dreams, Jen and Sue Blackwell (Daughter and Mum) co-created DanceSyndrome in 2009, where everyone matters and all are encouraged to lead happy, healthy and purposeful lives. DanceSyndrome is for people with and without Down’s syndrome and other learning disabilities, usin…

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Christine Sayo, Kenya 17:45

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Christine is a passionate communications specialist and environmentalist. She is a lover of human rights and advocates for the rights of women and girls. Christine has been working in the NGO space for over fifteen years and has a dream to write and produce a TV show about non-profit organizations. In this episode, Christine discusses why she began…

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PR Masters Series Episode #96 - Helio Fred Garcia 51:56

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In this episode of the PR Masters Podcast, host Art Stevens interviews Helio Fred Garcia, a renowned public relations expert with over 40 years of experience in crisis management, reputation building, and ethical communications.By commpro.biz

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Season 5 Finale 38:44

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After 20 spark-filled episodes, we’re wrapping up the season with a celebration! Join us as we look back at this remarkable season of spark, discuss highlights, and share just how we made this season happen. Bringing Season 5 of the Spark File podcast was a challenge. We were wrestling between our desire to make a perfect product and our hope to ge…

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Stephen King On Writing 37:11

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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Susan Blackwell and Laura Camien

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PR Masters Series Episode #95 - Seth Linden 30:04

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In this episode of the PR Masters Podcast, host Art Stevens interviews Seth Linden, president of Dukas Linden Public Relations (DLPR), to discuss his journey from journalism to leading one of New York’s top financial services PR firms, crafting communications strategies that deliver measurable business success.…

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Closing Ceremonies: Blue Man Group 42:35

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Recently, we learned that the beloved Blue Man Group will be closing their New York City and Chicago companies in 2025. This news was bittersweet, to say the least. Blue Man Group has impacted each of our personal and professional lives in many ways; not the least of which was the 25 years Laura dedicated to building the Blue Man Group brand as the…

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Hug An Author Today 32:44

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We know that writing a book is hard work—longform creativity takes patience, stamina, and an extraordinary drive to make it to the finish line. That’s why, this week, we’re celebrating our dear friend Jenny Clift, whose new book Thriving Artist: How Musicians, Performers, and Creatives Can Use EFT Tapping to Achieve Balance, Career Growth, and Succ…

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Making Change Pt. 3 37:57

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As the New Year barrels on, bringing an abundance of uncertainty with it, we wanted to return to a topic that has sparked us many times before: Making change. In this week’s episode of The Spark File podcast, we reflect on the work of scientists and experts who study the circuitry of the brain, and offer some tangible tips for how to make change in…

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Pooja Priyamvada, India 18:07

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Pooja Priyamvada is a higher education educator in various fields, including media, literature, mental health and theater. Pooja holds a background in media. She is an author, a translator and, more recently, an entrepreneur. Pooja likes to say that she is also a full-time parent. In this episode, Pooja discusses her reasons to begin writing about …

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Primordial Soup 32:24

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When Oxford revealed its annual “Word of the Year” earlier this month, we had some questions—and not just because “Brain Rot” is two words. The truth is, we scroll past hundreds of images, sounds, and writings every day, pumping into our brains faster than any information has ever moved before. We absorb things that are neither meaningful nor thoug…

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Gifts & Creativity 44:02

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We have found that the more we tap into our creativity, the more we enjoy the holiday season. In this week’s episode of The Spark File Podcast, we explore creativity in the form of gift-giving. Join us as we discuss the history of giving tangible gifts and why the tradition continues. We’ll explore some of the incredible gifts given (and received!)…

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Vivi Lin, Taiwan 22:31

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Vivi Lin is a Taiwanese human rights activist who founded the global nonprofit organization With Red & Period Museum, fighting for period equity and menstrual justice, and ending period poverty and stigma. Vivi is a youth advisor for the Taiwanese government and is currently studying public policy in Oxford. In this episode, Vivi discusses her insp…

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Menopause + Creativity 43:57

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This week, we’re exploring an experience shared by more than half of the world’s population: Menopause. If you are thinking to yourself, “Oh, that topic isn’t for me.” We’re here to tell you the truth: menopause impacts everyone. If you have had a period in your life, or if you love a person who has had a period, this episode is for you. (Spoiler: …

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PR Masters Series Episode #94 - Dave Armon 44:21

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In this episode of the PR Masters Podcast, host Art Stevens welcomes Dave Armon, executive vice chair at 3BL, a content distribution software platform and community that amplifies sustainability and social impact performance for hundreds of companies and NGOsBy commpro.biz

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Go All The Way There 36:02

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Like many artists, we deeply empathize with the world around us. It can be hard to manage all the tough feelings that come up. A lot is happening in the world—a lot to laugh about, cry about, shout about, and rage about. Sorrow can bring joy, anger can bring calm, and it can all feel impossible to face. And, like it or not, we believe there is one …

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Reaching Out 36:00

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In our opinion, creating a connection with others is the most singularly powerful tool any creative has in their armory. Unfortunately, a lot of us find that it’s easier said than done. This week, Susan and Laura explore Molly Beck’s book Reach Out: The Simple Strategy You Need to Expand Your Network. Join us as we discuss Molly’s research-based gu…

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Join The Joiners 33:35

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Lately it feels like so many of us are longing for belonging, but finding it harder than to connect. But why? In this week’s episode of The Spark File podcast, we dig in to find the answer. Join us as Laura examines the work of social scientist Bob Putnam, whose book Bowling Alone: the Collapse and Revival of American Community connects the decline…

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Patience Nyange, Kenya 18:46

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Patience Nyange serves as the Spokesperson for the Office of the Executive Secretary at the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD). With over 18 years of experience in media, communications, and advocacy, she is a seasoned professional specializing in broadcast journalism, international public relations, social media management, and ment…

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Catharsis, Comfort & Change 36:43

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The weight of the world felt heavy this week, but tough moments are when we feel luckiest to have this incredible community. Like we always say, everyone is creative but smart creative people do not go it alone! So this week, we did what we so often recommend to our coaching clients when the path ahead feels cloudy: We reached out to all the brave …

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PR Masters Series Episode #93 - Amy Binder 44:25

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In this episode of the PR Masters Podcast, host Art Stevens interviews Amy Binder, Founder and CEO of RF|Binder Partners, a New York-based integrated communications firm with a national presence. Amy launched her career in Boston in 1980 and joined Ruder Finn in 1983, where she rose to President of Ruder Finn Americas. In 2001, she founded RF|Binde…

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The Creative Act 35:21

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Here at the Spark File, creativity is a way of life and a way of being in the world. In this week’s episode of The Spark File Podcast, Laura digs into Rick Rubin’s book The Creative Act: A Way of Being. A profoundly successful American record producer, Rubin is the co-founder of Def Jam recordings, founder of American Recordings and former co-presi…

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Maricar Jagger, Indonesia and United Kingdom 12:33

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Maricar Jagger was born in a small town on the island of Borneo in Indonesia. She has experienced life in different countries growing up, and studied in the United States. Maricar wanted to be an artist but studied business in college and pursued a career in Marketing. She is a creative at heart, and she believes in the power of the arts to change …

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Moral Distress Signal 34:50

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Have you ever found yourself giggling at the most unexpected insult, like "sparrow's fart"? Join us as we kick off this episode of The Spark File with laughter and a light-hearted exchange that sets the stage for a journey through creativity and introspection. We'll explore the wonderful world of "spark files," those magical little tools for captur…

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PR Masters Series Episode #92 - Maurice Lévy 46:40

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In this episode of the PR Masters Podcast, host Art Stevens interviews Maurice Lévy, a global marketing communications leader and honorary chairman of Publicis Groupe. They discuss Levy's journey in transforming Publicis into a global powerhouse, the importance of globalization in marketing, the future of global communications, and the role of AI i…

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Spooky Sparks from SPARKfest 39:34

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In this week’s episode of the Spark File podcast, we head back to the beautiful Saunders Farm in Ottawa, Canada, where we were fortunate to host our almost annual SPARKFest. This week, on the eve of Halloween, we’re embracing the spooky season. Listen on to hear directly from Spark File community members. In this week’s episode you’ll hear sparks t…

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Them's The Rules 34:21

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Every so often we hear the question: what is that “special sauce” that helps make up this “warm clan of creatives.” The truth is, a healthy culture and community requires a commitment to that mission from every single person involved. As educators, we’ve spent years learning about what conditions are most optimal for connection and community. As cr…

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Sparks from SPARKfest (Part 1) 37:44

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In this week’s episode, you’ll get an extra special glimpse into SPARKfest 2024, our Spark File community retreat, held last fall at the beautiful Saunders Farm in Ottawa, Canada. When we say that The Spark File is a warm and wonderful clan of creatives, this is what we mean! Listen in and you’ll feel the live-in-front-of-a-crackling-fire ambience …

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Mushairat Mamun , USA 15:41

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Mushairat Mamun is a first-generation American Bangladeshi who was born and raised in Queens, New York. At 17, she moved to Bangladesh to pursue her undergraduate degree, focusing on Public Health and Philanthropy. Throughout her early medical career, Mushairat played a crucial role in addressing challenges in Maternal Health in Bangladesh. Current…

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WWGD? (Learning from Gavin Creel) 47:35

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As we grieve the loss of our dear friend Gavin Creel, Susan called out for memories, wisdom, and lessons learned from Gavin, and we were touched by the outpouring of love from all across the globe. In this week’s episode, titled “WWGD? (Learning from Gavin Creel)," we hear from people who learned something from Gavin over the years—in rehearsal hal…

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Grief & Creativity 42:27

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In this special episode, we draw from Laura’s experiences having lost both of her parents and discuss the ways in which creativity can help us to move through grief. We share thoughts on the non-linear path of grieving, and how to meet grief in the sometimes-unexpected places that it manifests. We also take a look at how profound artists like Frida…

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Margaret Akullo - Uganda, United Kingdom, Austria 20:07

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Margaret Akullo is a Ugandan born British citizen, a Criminologist and a visionary with ethical leadership qualities. In her extensive career of three decades in international development she has led diverse teams delivering programmatic change and social impact in more than 20 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and Latin America. In 2022, at the ag…

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Shining Your Creative Light 27:48

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Here’s a summary of the key takeaways from this episode! In this week’s episode, we discuss the idea of “shining the light” on your creative work.What do we mean by “shining the light”? In The Spark File Community, we think of the creative cycle in three steps: generating sparks, fanning the flames of creativity, and shining the light on your creat…

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PR Masters Series Episode #91 - Susan Del Percio 42:29

8M ago42:29

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Welcome to the PR Masters Podcast, where host Art Stevens engages with some of the most influential leaders in the communications and public relations industry. In episode #91, Art welcomes Susan Del Percio, a highly regarded crisis communications expert, political strategist, and media commentator. You may have seen Susan on NBC and MSNBC, where s…

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Certainty v. Creativity 29:09

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Certainty or Creativity - which will you choose? This week, Nathan Hill’s novel “Wellness” serves as a springboard for Laura’s spark. The specific line that ignited our conversation? "You can choose to be certain or you can choose to be alive." We'll discuss how this notion impacts all our creative journeys and share wisdom from playwright Stephen …

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Yolandé Conradie, South Africa 21:42

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Yolandé Conradie describes herself as an ordinary woman who lives an ordinary life but has had extraordinary experiences. She is a psychosocial therapist by profession, but loves teaching and educating, and puts her skills to use as a life coach and a university educator. In this first episode of Season 4, Yolandé discusses growing up in a cult whe…

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PR Masters Series Episode #90 - Burson’s Global Leadership 44:46

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Welcome to the PR Masters Podcast, your premier destination for stories and insights from the trailblazers of the public relations industry. We're thrilled to kick off a brand-new season with a truly special episode, featuring the global leadership of one of the most iconic names in PR – Burson. Joining our host, Art Stevens, are Corey duBrowa, Glo…

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PR Masters Series Episode #89 - Tiffany Guarnaccia 44:29

10M ago44:29

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Welcome to the PR Masters Podcast, your go-to source for insights and stories from the forefront of the public relations industry. In today's episode our host, Art Stevens, managing partner of The Stevens Group talks with Tiffany Guarnaccia, Founder and CEO of Kite Hill PR and the Founder of Communications Week.…

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PR Masters Series Episode #88 - Jim Lukaszewski 44:56

11M ago44:56

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In this episode of the PR Masters Series podcast Art Stevens talks with James E. Lukaszewski (lew-ca-chev-ski), a well-known writer, author, teacher, scholar, ethicist, and lecturer in American Public Relations.By commpro.biz

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Dr. Joannie Marlene Bewa, MD, PhD, Republic of Benin and USA 20:56

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Dr. Joannie Marlene Bewa, MD, PhD, is a physician, public health researcher, global advocate for girls & women's sexual and reproductive health, and the founder and CEO of DOTOH Health. She has over fifteen years of combined experience in global health, health policy, digital health, clinical care, research, international development and non-profit…