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For Immediate Release: Podcasts for Communicators

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Podcasting 2.0 is the open-source movement launched by Adam Curry and Dave Jones to preserve and extend podcasting’s open, RSS-based ecosystem. In this episode, Shel and Neville explore the initiative’s core features — including the Podcast Index, en... more

Your brand is no longer defined solely by what you say about yourself. Increasingly, it is defined by the answers AI gives when someone asks about you.

That simple but profound shift lies at the heart of The Answer Economy, the forthcoming book by P... more

Everyone from CEOs to politicians has been talking about the likelihood of AI-related job loss, and several companies have already let people go in anticipation that AI can do their work. Ford Motor Company is the latest to rehire those workers when ... more

Local newsrooms keep shrinking, journalism schools keep closing their doors, and the reporters who remain are stretched thinner than ever. For organizational communicators, that shift changes the math on media relations. It’s no longer enough to know... more

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Recent Guests

Cindy Schmieg
Contributing author, chapter on Collaboration
Episode: Circle of Fellows #128: The 7 Cs of The New Communication Compass, Part 2
Dianne Chase
Lead author, chapter on Compassion
Episode: Circle of Fellows #128: The 7 Cs of The New Communication Compass, Part 2
Zora Artis
Contributor, chapter on Cohesion
Episode: Circle of Fellows #128: The 7 Cs of The New Communication Compass, Part 2
Pete Blackshaw
Guest (announced for June interview)
Episode: FIR #515: Agents Everywhere
Michelle Kane
Episode: CWC 113: How AI impacts PR agencies and solos (featuring Karen Swim and Michelle Kane)
Karen Swim
Episode: CWC 113: How AI impacts PR agencies and solos (featuring Karen Swim and Michelle Kane)
Priya Bates
President of Inner Strength Communication; internal communications expert
Inner Strength Communication
Episode: Circle of Fellows #125: Communicating in the Age of Grievance
Alice Brink
Independent consultant focusing on energy industry communications
Independent
Episode: Circle of Fellows #125: Communicating in the Age of Grievance
Jane Mitchell
Independent consultant focusing on leadership culture and ethics
Independent
Episode: Circle of Fellows #125: Communicating in the Age of Grievance

Hosts

Shel Holtz
Co-host and contributing author with a long-running role in the FIR network; frequent contributor on leadership, internal comms, and governance.
Neville Hobson
Co-host and host across multiple FIR and related shows; specialized in governance, PR, and executive communications.
Chip Griffin
Host of the Agency Leadership Podcast; frequent contributor on agency strategy, leadership, and AI in marketing/PR.
Gini Dietrich
Co-host of the Agency Leadership Podcast; author and recognized voice in PR, agency leadership, and strategic communications.
Steve Crescenzo
Co-host of On The Page; veteran communications strategist and writer.

Reviews

3.3 out of 5 stars from 3 ratings
  • Keeping me up-to-date with the latest everything

    Shel offers the latest comms & comms tech news and perspectives from a variety of experienced consultants. Expect the topical (e.g. latest political comms challenge) to the trendy (e.g. Snap chat for business). Especially enjoy Dan York's updates.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    United States10 years ago

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Experts consistently bring practical, real-world guidance for comms teams.
Guest mix covers leadership, collaboration, and culture with credible perspectives.
Hosts deliver concise, actionable takeaways for busy professionals.
Deep dives into AI governance feel timely and useful for agencies.

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#111
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Talking Points

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AI, trust and the answer economy – Pete Blackshaw on the future of brand credibility
Q: Could two different AI models develop materially different views of the same company or brand, and how should brands respond?
Brands should recognize that different models have distinct personalities and source preferences; they should prepare a consistency of truth across models, focus on credible, verifiable information, and understand that no single model will perfectly align with all others—so governance and a robust Book of Truth are essential.
AI, trust and the answer economy – Pete Blackshaw on the future of brand credibility
Q: What feels genuinely different about this AI moment compared with previous platform shifts?
The key difference is accountability. AI-based answer engines act as a detector of truth, forcing brands to be verifiable and transparent, with evidence that can be audited by machines and people alike.
AI risk, trust, and preparedness in a polycrisis era
Q: What are the first steps a PR manager should take if they discover they have no AI protocol?
They should first get informed about what AI-driven misinformation and deepfakes are, and assess the relevance for their organization. Then, they need to set up a monitoring system and establish what-if exercises to prepare for potential crises.
FIR #498: Can Business Be a Trust Broker in Today’s Insulated Society?
Q: What is the significance of the 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer findings?
The findings indicate a stable overall trust level but highlight a growing trend of insularity, suggesting that people are withdrawing into familiar networks rather than engaging with diverse views.
CWC 112: Building a Passion-Driven Agency (featuring Emily Allard)
Q: What has surprised you the most in being an agency owner, for better or for worse?
The overwhelming amount of behind-the-scenes responsibilities, like hiring and managing taxes, which I didn't expect would consume so much time.

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Frequently Asked Questions About FIR Podcast Network

What is FIR Podcast Network about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, industry-focused show for communicators, managers, and agency pros that frequently cover how internal communications, leadership messaging, and governance intersect with technology—especially AI. Episodes commonly explore how to turn strategic ideas into actionable programs, the role of managers in amplification, and how AI tools shape content creation, governance, and client work. Noteworthy angles include a steady emphasis on authentic leadership, ethical AI usage, and governance frameworks that keep pace with rapid tech change, all anchored by real-world case studies and practitioner experience. The format often blends data-backed insights with hands-on tactics, making it useful for listeners looking to improve both strategy... more

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2. Dianne Chase
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