Ronjini Joshua: Current Challenges and Changes in PR

March 29, 2024 0 Comments

Longtime listeners, rejoice! This week, one of our favorite repeat guests is back in the virtual recording booth. In this episode, Ronjini Joshua, Owner & President of The Silver Telegram PR agency, is back for an industry update. Together with hosts April and Laura, Ronjini shares her observations about the PR industry in 2024 so …

Strategies: Anti-PR and Unfounded Feedback

March 15, 2024 0 Comments

April and Laura are chatting 1:1 this week about two lesser-known issues a PR practitioner might face: a use case of anti-brand messaging, and how to manage feedback that isn’t constructive. The PR News of the Week features an update on Tesla’s PR strategy, with a critical look at The Dawn Project’s anti-Tesla Superbowl ad …

Remembering Mikal Reich: Advertising Expert & Friend of the PR Wine Down

March 8, 2024 0 Comments

In light of the recent and tragic passing of Mikal Reich, our team is taking a walk down memory lane to re-release this interview with Mikal, originally released in January 2021. Mikal's intelligence and exuberance are fondly remembered and appreciated by those who knew him. Episode Description: The PR Wine Down podcast welcomes Michael Reich, …

PR Careers: Managing Teams & Tight Marketing Budgets

February 29, 2024 0 Comments

April and Laura are chatting 1:1 this week about two familiar dilemmas for mid-to-senior level PR practitioners: managing junior staff and navigating shrinking marketing budgets.  This week’s Anonymous PR Horror story features an honest write-in from a listener who is struggling to connect with the intern they’re managing — and has run out of ways to …

Rachel Griffin: All About Brand Activations & PR Events

February 16, 2024 0 Comments

April and Laura are back with another fabulous guest interview! This week, our hosts welcome award-winning PR pro, Rachel Griffin, to the virtual recording booth. Rachel is the co-founder at PlayWise Partners and April's friend and colleague from our favorite industry award event — The Stevie Awards for Women in Business! Rachel has won gold …

April’s Reads: AI and the Future of Good PR

February 1, 2024 0 Comments

Season three of the PR Wine Down is officially here! Today, we’re introducing a new episode format called “April’s Reads.” In these episodes, April will get in front of the mic to slow down and address an important topic impacting the PR industry that could benefit from a deeper dive. Don't worry, your favorite interviews …

Management Missteps and the Future of News

January 19, 2024 0 Comments

April and Laura discuss an Anonymous PR Horror Story from a listener who is feeling the pressure of agency ownership. They also offer advice to help the writer reconcile his/her relationship with a manager after a tense moment on an internal call and move forward with a more positive approach to management.  In PR News …

PR Under Pressure: Ethical Best Practices & Career Pitfalls

January 5, 2024 0 Comments

Today, April and Laura are ringing in the new year with a one-on-one conversation about the ethical issues facing PR practitioners as we enter 2024.  The conversation covers some familiar challenges that everyone in the PR industry faces  – from new graduates entering the industry to seasoned practitioners with decades of experience. Topics include: navigating the …

HOLIDAY SPECIAL: Your 2024 Guide to Agency Ownership and PR Ethics (Feat. Doug Spong)

December 22, 2023 0 Comments

Today, April and Laura welcome our annual honored guest, Doug Spong, to discuss the defining trends of PR past, present and future. Thank you for joining us!  Pour some nog and tune in for an episode that’s jam-packed with information that’s sure to keep your spirits bright. In this episode, we’ll discuss advice to help …

Jenna Guarneri: PR, Startups & the Super Commute

December 8, 2023 0 Comments

Today, April and Laura welcome Jenna Guarneri, CEO & Founder of JMG Public Relations. She is here to dicuss her book, “You Need PR: An Approachable Guide to Public Relations for Early-Stage Companies.” Tune in for a conversation about this go-toguide for rookie PR practitioners and startup brand leaders alike. Also in this episode, April …