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Welcome to 🎙️Under Embargo—the no fluff, no filters, no f*cks given communications podcast. PR and communications have never been messier. AI is ruining brand voice, CEOs’ hot takes matter more than actual products, and the best media relationships happen in DMs (where LinkedIn holds more sway than The Wall Street Journal.) Meanwhile, comms pros are now ghostwriters, social strategists, prompt engineers, and trend forecasters all at once—but we still have to elbow our way to the boardroom table. Welcome to Under Embargo—the podcast where Becca Chambers (corporate comms powerhouse, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, and ADHD queen) and Parry Headrick (Crackle PR agency founder, media whisperer, and professional sh*t-stirrer) say the quiet part out loud about PR, communications, and the insanity in between. With decades of experience and a mutual allergy to corporate BS, Becca and Parry bring unfiltered takes, sharp industry insights, and battle-tested wisdom from both the agency and in-house trenches of communications. No fluff. No press releases that no one will read. And definitely no thought leadership hot takes written by ChatGPT. New episodes drop whenever we feel like it (or get our act together). 🎙️ Under Embargo: No fluff. No filters. No f*cks given.

  1. Nobody Builds Tools for Us: Michelle Masek on Why Comms Deserved Its Own AI Platform w/ Michelle Masek, Founder & CEO at Honeyjar

    5 DAGE SIDEN

    Nobody Builds Tools for Us: Michelle Masek on Why Comms Deserved Its Own AI Platform w/ Michelle Masek, Founder & CEO at Honeyjar

    AI is coming for the mechanics of comms—media lists, briefing docs, visibility calendars—but it cannot replace strategy, judgment, or relationships. Michelle Masek, founder and CEO of Honeyjar, built an AI-powered operating system specifically for comms teams after watching the industry get ignored by tech for years. We cover how 60% of comms work is automatable mechanics, not the strategic value agencies actually get hired for; why the billable-hour agency model is already dead; what vibe coding unlocked for a comms pro turned founder; the looming junior-talent pipeline crisis as entry-level mechanics work disappears; and how EDU access and "robot wrangling" skills are the bridge for early-career pros. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Just enter the code UNDEREMBARGO at checkout to get your first month free ($0 today, then $250/month after that, with no obligation to continue after the free trial). The code expires May 25. As an Early Access partner, you’ll receive HoneyJar at a locked-in rate of $250 per user/month, guaranteed for a full year (even as pricing increases).

    56 min.
  2. The R in PR Still Wins: Why Relationship-Led Media Matters More in an AI-Saturated World w/ Joseph Gallo, Director of Communications at PayPal

    15. APR.

    The R in PR Still Wins: Why Relationship-Led Media Matters More in an AI-Saturated World w/ Joseph Gallo, Director of Communications at PayPal

    Joseph Gallo, Director of Communications at PayPal, breaks down how he makes regulated crypto and stable coin products understandable to everyday audiences, navigates multi-stakeholder approval grids that can stretch a single press release across months, and why relationship-driven earned media remains the most durable advantage in an AI-saturated landscape. In this episode, we explore: • Consumerizing stable coins by leading with fees, settlement speed, and access instead of blockchain jargon [09:53] • The real approval workflow behind a global crypto announcement, from legal and government relations to IR and regional teams [14:38] • Why GEO hype without volume, freshness, and format changes is overpromising on earned media's role [34:00] Joseph Gallo is a nine-year PayPal communications veteran who has led comms across B2B, consumer credit, crypto, and ads, and hosts the podcast Comms Confidential. Listen now to discover how to ship clearer messaging in regulated industries without compliance blowups, and why human relationships still outperform automation in media work.

    58 min.
  3. Your Humanity Is the Strategy: Why AI Averages Everything Out and Communicators Are the Differentiator w/ Keith Berman, Director Internal Comms @ Vertafore

    1. APR.

    Your Humanity Is the Strategy: Why AI Averages Everything Out and Communicators Are the Differentiator w/ Keith Berman, Director Internal Comms @ Vertafore

    Keith Berman joins the show to talk about why internal comms is fighting its way back to the strategic table—and why that fight matters more now than ever. The conversation covers the global change-management moment created by AI and external chaos, the trust erosion happening when audiences assume everything is machine-generated, and the double standard that lets every other function own its expertise while comms gets redlined by committee. Keith makes the case that communicators already have the skills the C-suite says it wants—strategy, persuasion, narrative, emotional intelligence—and that the path from internal comms to CEO is shorter than most orgs realize. We also get into why LinkedIn still works as a trust-building platform, the human moat against AI-generated sameness, and why the first and last draft of anything that matters has to come from a person.

    52 min.
  4. Fragmented Influence: Why PR Now Means Podcasts, Substacks, and Eight Revenue Streams Per Journalist w Brett Farmiloe, Founder at Featured.com

    18. MAR.

    Fragmented Influence: Why PR Now Means Podcasts, Substacks, and Eight Revenue Streams Per Journalist w Brett Farmiloe, Founder at Featured.com

    Brett Farlow, founder and CEO of Featured.com and the person who brought Help A Reporter Out back from the dead, breaks down how his team rebuilt trust in journalist-source matching after AI-generated pitches and spam eroded the platform's quality. The conversation covers AI detection as a signal for journalists, the fragmentation of media influence toward creators and newsletters, and why email-based Harrow works precisely because it offers a rare, direct human channel in an overwhelmed landscape. In this episode, we explore: • How Featured.com restored quality and trust after acquiring Harrow, including AI detection and source verification [00:03] • The two camps of journalists on AI-generated pitches and what that means for PR practitioners [00:08] • Why media influence is shifting from outlets to individuals, and what that means for earned media strategy [00:11] • Using AI as a thinking partner, not the pitch author, and the case for human-in-the-loop workflows [00:14] • The 2026 AI disillusionment thesis and how PR teams can do more with smaller teams [00:17] Brett Farlow is the founder and CEO of Featured.com, the company behind the resurrection of Help A Reporter Out. He writes for Inc and Fast Company on AI in the workplace and previously ran a 500-client marketing agency for a decade.

    44 min.
  5. Meredith in the Media: What Happens When a PR Veteran Flips the Model and Interviews the Journalists w/ Meredith Klein, Head of Consumer & Product Communications at Pinterest

    4. MAR.

    Meredith in the Media: What Happens When a PR Veteran Flips the Model and Interviews the Journalists w/ Meredith Klein, Head of Consumer & Product Communications at Pinterest

    Former Walmart and Pinterest comms leader Meredith Klein joins Perry Hedrick and Becca Chambers to break down how PR professionals can adapt to a fragmented media landscape where Substacks, podcasts, and independent journalists carry real influence. Klein shares how she built "Meredith & The Media" into a 3,500-subscriber resource by interviewing journalists directly, why visual brand consistency drives recognition, and how shareability and findability now matter more than legacy masthead placements. In this episode, we explore: • Why a recognizable personal brand, down to a signature hat, separates you from a sea of sameness [00:02] • How journalists actually source stories through LinkedIn comments, social posts, and independent media [00:29] • The integrated media mix: treating newsletters and podcasts as core channels, not extras [00:15] • What PR professionals need to tell executives who still measure success by Wall Street Journal hits alone [00:20] • Building a distribution flywheel by repurposing even small media appearances across every channel [00:30] Meredith Klein is a 20-year PR veteran, founder of the Meredith in the Media Substack, and a contributor to Inc. Magazine, focused on spotlighting journalists and helping comms professionals navigate the new media ecosystem. Listen now to discover how to modernize your media strategy by pitching with precision, building durable visibility, and meeting your audience where they actually consume content. Check out her Substack "Meredith & The Media" here: https://meredithandthemedia.substack.com/

    58 min.
  6. Pushing Past Bureaucracy: Fast-Tracking Comms Strategy and AI in Public Affairs w/ Ian Bain, Communications Expert at ianbain.org

    18. FEB.

    Pushing Past Bureaucracy: Fast-Tracking Comms Strategy and AI in Public Affairs w/ Ian Bain, Communications Expert at ianbain.org

    Struggling with adapting fast-paced communications strategies to public sector realities? Ian Bain, executive director of strategy and communications, reveals the mindset shifts and tactical approaches that helped bridge his transition from corporate comms to education governance with real community impact. In this episode, we explore: • Building effective communications in government environments and navigating bureaucratic hurdles • Leveraging AI tools in public education and communications while managing ethics and workforce changes • Strengthening agency-media relationships and crisis preparedness for public trust Ian Bain is a leader, storyteller, and communications expert, drawing on decades in corporate, political, and public education roles to inform strategy and mentor teams on ethical, impactful messaging. Listen now to discover how to balance innovation with accountability in your public sector communications work.

    47 min.
  7. Integrating AI Into PESO: Shattering Silos and Building the Future of Comms Talent w/ Gini Dietrich, Founder and CEO at Spin Sucks

    4. FEB.

    Integrating AI Into PESO: Shattering Silos and Building the Future of Comms Talent w/ Gini Dietrich, Founder and CEO at Spin Sucks

    Struggling with integrating AI into your communications strategy? Gini Dietrich, creator of the PESO Model and communications leader, reveals actionable ways to align paid, earned, shared, and owned media workflows with modern AI tools for better results. In this episode, we explore: • How the PESO Model evolved to bridge traditional silos and deliver message consistency [00:00] • Real-world examples of embedding AI for media monitoring and crisis readiness [15:30] • Organizational shifts needed for continuous AI learning and cross-team collaboration [28:45] Gini Dietrich is a globally recognized communications and PR expert, founder of Spin Sucks, and architect of the PESO Model, specializing in integrated strategy and professional development. Listen now to discover how to break down silos and leverage AI for communications that drive measurable impact.

    48 min.
  8. A Comms Recruiter Perspective: Shifting Skill Sets and the New Comms Career Playbook w/ Brooke Kruger, Communications Recruiter and Founder at KC Partners

    21. JAN.

    A Comms Recruiter Perspective: Shifting Skill Sets and the New Comms Career Playbook w/ Brooke Kruger, Communications Recruiter and Founder at KC Partners

    Struggling with how to stand out in an evolving communications job market? Brooke Kruger, communications recruiter and founder of KC Partners, reveals critical skill shifts and career positioning strategies that helped comms professionals land roles as hiring trends rebound. In this episode, we explore: • Why AI proficiency and adaptability are now baseline requirements for PR and comms careers [00:00] • How the fragmentation of media and new channels like podcasts and Substack are reshaping storytelling and candidate value [15:30] • Practical LinkedIn tactics, personal branding, and the real impact of reporting structures on comms influence and compensation [28:45] Brooke Kruger is a leading executive recruiter with over 25 years’ experience building communications teams for tech, startup, and VC-backed companies. She brings deep market insight into what skills, roles, and approaches stand out as the industry transforms. Listen now to discover how to future-proof your communications career and navigate the shifting landscape.

    47 min.
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Welcome to 🎙️Under Embargo—the no fluff, no filters, no f*cks given communications podcast. PR and communications have never been messier. AI is ruining brand voice, CEOs’ hot takes matter more than actual products, and the best media relationships happen in DMs (where LinkedIn holds more sway than The Wall Street Journal.) Meanwhile, comms pros are now ghostwriters, social strategists, prompt engineers, and trend forecasters all at once—but we still have to elbow our way to the boardroom table. Welcome to Under Embargo—the podcast where Becca Chambers (corporate comms powerhouse, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, and ADHD queen) and Parry Headrick (Crackle PR agency founder, media whisperer, and professional sh*t-stirrer) say the quiet part out loud about PR, communications, and the insanity in between. With decades of experience and a mutual allergy to corporate BS, Becca and Parry bring unfiltered takes, sharp industry insights, and battle-tested wisdom from both the agency and in-house trenches of communications. No fluff. No press releases that no one will read. And definitely no thought leadership hot takes written by ChatGPT. New episodes drop whenever we feel like it (or get our act together). 🎙️ Under Embargo: No fluff. No filters. No f*cks given.

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    Under Embargo Team
  • Aktive år
    2025 - 2026
  • Episoder
    19
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    © 2026 Under Embargo Podcast
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