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PRWeek's regular weekly roundup of everything that matters in the worlds of PR and communications.

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This week’s guest on The PR Week podcast is Courtney Kasinger, executive director of communications at Eli Lilly and Company and jury chair for the 2026 PRWeek Healthcare Awards.

She talks about standout work from this year’s awards program and othe... more

Recorded live at the PRWeek Sports Conference in New York City, this is The PR Week podcast.

From the rise of women’s sports leagues and the road to the World Cup and the Olympic Games, sports is the ultimate consumer powerhouse. On today’s show, yo... more

Last week’s PRWeek Crisis Conference in Washington, DC, had a who’s who list of speakers and attendees.

On this podcast, hear from Kristin Cabot, who talks about taking back the narrative after the Coldplay KissCam incident went viral.

Also hear fr... more

The latest guest on The PR Week podcast is Adam Sohn, VP of communications at T-Mobile, and a veteran of communications roles at companies including Microsoft, Amazon and Lockheed Martin.

He talks about a day in the life of a tech sector PR executiv... more

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Recent Guests

Breanna Stewart
Keynote speaker, multiple-time WNBA champion
WNBA player, brand ambassador
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Vice President, External Communications
US Soccer Federation
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Anna Lingeris
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Zailin Janmohamed
Bay Area Host Committee CEO and President
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Amy Bonototibus
Chief Corporate Affairs Officer
PayPal
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Edward Kull
Vice President
St. John's Athletics
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Claudio Cabrera
VP of Audience and Newsroom Strategy
The Athletic
Episode: PRWeek Sports Conference special

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Steve Barrett
Editorial director and recurring host, providing insights into the PR landscape.
Frank Washcook
Co-host and executive editor, sharing knowledge and critical perspectives on industry trends.

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4.2 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Good content

    Good content, but for the love of God turn off your music after the intro. It makes it incredibly distracting.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Listener855
    United Statesa year ago
  • Make time for this

    This podcast is a smart way to get a macro view of the PR industry. Great guests. Great insights. I recommend it to my PR students every semester.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DMD in CO
    United States4 years ago
  • A booster shot

    I love listening each week. It’s a great booster shot for PR pros wanting to stay sharp. Steve, Frank and the weekly guest always provide engaging content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chad D P
    United States5 years ago

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PRWeek Sports Conference special
Q: What are the main conclusions for comms leaders from this event?
The main conclusions emphasize exploring diverse pathways in sports communications, including brand partnerships beyond traditional sponsorships, leveraging authentic storytelling, and recognizing the variety of roles within sports communications—from league-level strategy to team-specific narratives.
The PR Week: 4.21.2026 - Crisis Conference special
Q: What role does AI play in crisis communications for brands?
AI can craft varied, precise communications for different audiences and automate outreach, but it must be used with careful oversight to maintain authenticity and accuracy.
The PR Week: 4.21.2026 - Crisis Conference special
Q: How should organizations decide who speaks during a crisis: the front-line spokesperson or the CEO?
Front-line spokespeople are valuable for real-time updates, but the CEO or senior leaders should be involved for strategic messages and final sign-off, ensuring consistency and governance.
The PR Week: 4.21.2026 - Crisis Conference special
Q: What does it take to communicate effectively in a crisis from your perspective as a journalist and as a PR professional?
It requires willingness to engage with the public, clarity about the audience, and the ability to separate what is known now from what is uncertain, while maintaining credibility and not overpromising.
The PR Week: 3.26.2026 - Rob Longert, Day One Agency
Q: So what's the mix between planned content and real-time content, and how do you balance quick-turnaround posts with longer campaigns?
Rob explains a roughly 60-40 split between real-time content and campaign content, emphasizing agility to break through algorithms while keeping a steady cadence of longer campaigns.

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Content revolves around timely and relevant topics in the public relations (PR) and communications sectors, often featuring industry leaders and experts discussing current trends, challenges, and case studies. Notable themes include corporate communications strategies, workplace culture in PR agencies, and the importance of ethical storytelling in an evolving media landscape. The discussions often address how various events—be they cultural or geopolitical—impact the communication strategies of organizations, with specific emphasis on community relations and corporate responsibility in times of crisis.

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