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Bostonian | PR Guy | Podcaster | Strategic Communications & PR Consultant

  1. 4d ago

    There's Always More You Can Do Than You Can't: Dan Norris, VABVI

    Dan Norris lost his central vision at seven and now runs the Vermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired in its 100th year. He and Don talk about what "cradle to cane" services really look like, why a light switches on when someone realizes there's always more they can do than they can't, and the campaign to future-proof VABVI before Vermont's vision-loss numbers nearly double by 2030. More at vabvi.org.

  2. 5d ago

    Invest in Humans, Not Bots: Farhan Quasem on Building Communities of Learning

    Farhan Quasem, founder of Commudemy, on why corporate training keeps failing, what a real learning culture looks like, and the case for investing in humans instead of treating them like bots. Plus the two things he'd do differently starting over.

  3. Aug 21

    Sophie's Light Foundation and Online Safety Education

    Kirsten Milhorn shares the story of Sophie's Life Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating children about online safety. The conversation delves into the importance of digital literacy, the impact of online exposure on children, and the development of an age-appropriate curriculum to address these issues. Takeaways Online safety educationAge-appropriate curriculum Chapters 00:00 The Story of Sophie's Life Foundation01:00 The Need for Online Safety Education02:39 The Impact of Online Exposure on Children07:07 Designing an Age-Appropriate Curriculum13:13 Expanding the Reach of the Nonprofit18:21 Community Engagement and Support

  4. Aug 20

    Cameron Communications: The entrepreneurs journey with Lindsay Mayer

    Lindsay Mayer shares her journey from journalism to marketing and communications, highlighting her diverse career experiences and the transition to entrepreneurship. She discusses the evolving role of communicators and marketers in the age of AI and the importance of networking and relationship-building in her growth strategy. Takeaways Diverse Career ExperiencesTransition to EntrepreneurshipRole of Communicators in the Age of AIImportance of Networking and Relationship-Building Chapters 00:00 Conclusion and Contact Information

  5. Aug 11

    Policy for Normal People: Christy Amada

    The conversation covers the grind of public relations, the partnership in public relations, the 'Policy for Normal People' podcast, the brand and flavor of PR around public policy, driving the bottom line, working with the media and content, networking and collaboration, and podcast and networking strategies. The takeaways include networking strategies, content creation, public relations and policy, and relationship building. Takeaways Networking StrategiesContent CreationPublic Relations and PolicyRelationship Building Chapters 00:00 The Grind of Public Relations01:10 Partners in Public Relations02:06 Policy for Normal People Podcast04:03 Brand and Flavor of PR around Public Policy10:20 Driving the Bottom Line12:45 Working with the Media and Content19:51 Networking and Collaboration28:35 Podcast and Networking Strategies

  6. Aug 5

    From Cradles to Crayons: Alicia Kabir

    The conversation covers a range of topics, including personal experiences, the mission of Cradles to Crayons, the impact of the organization, and ways to get involved. Alicia Kabir shares her journey to the nonprofit sector and the importance of supporting families and children. The conversation also highlights the organization's mission to end clothing insecurity and the impact of their work on children and families. Takeaways Volunteering and donating clothes are impactful ways to support Cradles to CrayonsThe organization's mission is to end clothing insecurity and provide support to children and families Chapters 00:00 Personal Experiences and Summer Activities01:32 Introduction to Cradles to Crayons02:09 Alicia Kabir's Journey to the Nonprofit Sector03:24 The Mission of Cradles to Crayons04:15 Engaging with the Organization05:08 Volunteering and Impact09:53 Corporate Partnerships and Events11:11 Distribution Network and Expansion10:40 Backpackathon and School Supplies14:32 Motivation and Secret to Success22:04 Advice for Young Professionals24:48 Ways to Get Involved

  7. Aug 5

    The Crusade of Networking and Building Trust: Wendy Caverly

    The conversation covers the introduction to Riverside, Wendy's background and career journey, the birth of Crusaders, networking as a skill set, building and nurturing relationships, and advice for young professionals. Wendy shares her experiences and insights on networking, relationship-building, and career development, providing valuable advice for professionals at all stages of their careers. The conversation covers the frustration of vague business descriptions, the importance of specific targeting, strategic networking and room engagement, the Crusaders Connection Event, and the systemization of networking and relationship building. Takeaways Networking is a skill set that requires a structured framework based on individual personalities.Building and nurturing relationships is essential for long-term success in business and career development. Specific targeting is crucial for effective business communication.Strategic networking involves intentional engagement and follow-up. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Riverside01:45 Wendy's Background and Career Journey07:41 The Birth of Crusaders11:22 Networking as a Skill Set13:22 Building and Nurturing Relationships18:30 Advice for Young Professionals19:14 The Frustration of Vague Business Descriptions19:52 The Importance of Specific Targeting21:38 Strategic Networking and Room Engagement29:38 The Crusaders Connection Event33:35 Systemization of Networking and Relationship Building

  8. Jul 14

    Amplify, Don't Replace: How Lianna Serko Uses AI to Sharpen Communications

    Most AI advice for communicators says automate everything or ignore it completely. Lianna Serko has a smarter take. As Director of Strategic Communications at American University's Kogod School of Business, she uses AI to strip the friction out of repetitive work so her team can focus on what actually matters, which is judgment, relationships, and knowing your audience cold. Don Martelli talks with Lianna about her three rules for building better workflows, why owned content matters more as search shifts toward AI-driven summaries, and the media lead-scoring app she built in Google AI Studio without waiting for permission. If you're trying to figure out where AI fits in your comms work without losing what makes you good at it, this one's your roadmap.

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  • Creator
    Don Martelli
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    70
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Don Martelli
  • Show Website
    The PR Bunker