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

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Another year has come and gone for The PR Week podcast, and this year has once again been filled with top guests and key insights. 

Check out this highlight reel of some of the year’s best episodes, including leaders from top agencies such as 

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The guest on the latest edition of The PR Week podcast is Kim Sample, president of the PR Council, a national trade organization that works on behalf of agencies. 

As a year of massive change for the agency landscape wraps up, Sample talks about wha... more

The guest on the latest, wide-ranging edition of The PR Week podcast is Dan Bartlett, executive vice president of corporate affairs at Walmart. 

He joins the podcast during an important week for Walmart, after the retail giant eschewed the New York ... more

It’s a seismic change for several industries. 

Omnicom Group closed its $9 billion acquisition of Interpublic Group last Wednesday. In the days since, the deal has resulted in many job reductions as Omnicom tries to reach promised cost savings. 

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Dan Bartlett
Executive Vice President of Corporate Affairs at Walmart
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Episode: The PR Week: 12.19.2025 - Year in review
Kim Sample
President of the PR Council
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Episode: The PR Week, 12.18.2025: Kim Sample, PR Council
Paul Cohen
CEO of Attention Comms
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Episode: The PR Week: 11.20.2025 - Paul Cohen, Attention Comms
Paul Wood
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Episode: The PR Week: 11.13.2025 - Paul Wood, Cohen Veterans Network
Dominic Carr
Chief Communications and Corporate Affairs Officer at Starbucks, overseeing communications strategy and brand trust.
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Episode: The PR Week, 11.6.2025: Steve Barrett visits Seattle
Katie Townsend
Chief Communications Officer for the Seattle Kraken, responsible for the overall communications strategy of the ice hockey team and Climate Pledge Arena.
Seattle Kraken
Episode: The PR Week, 11.6.2025: Steve Barrett visits Seattle
Sarah Alamjah
Vice President of Public Relations for the Seattle Storm, with an extensive background in sports communications.
Seattle Storm
Episode: The PR Week, 11.6.2025: Steve Barrett visits Seattle
Beth Cleveland
CEO of Praytell.
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Episode: The PR Week, 10.30.2025: Beth Cleveland, Praytell
Shane Arman
SVP and Head of US Sports at Allison
Allison
Episode: Keeping score, a podcast presented by Allison Worldwide

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Steve Barrett
Host and Editorial Director, with insights into current PR trends and strategies.
Frank Washcook
Co-host and Executive Editor, providing analysis and commentary on the PR industry.

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4.2 out of 5 stars from 33 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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The PR Week, 12.18.2025: Kim Sample, PR Council
Q: What do you expect to see in 2026?
Kim talks about the emphasis on AI transformation, improving measurement and effectiveness in the industry, and fostering creativity in agency work.
The PR Week, 12.18.2025: Kim Sample, PR Council
Q: What are you seeing from procurement and AI?
Kim discusses how procurement is becoming more involved in PR, and the challenges and opportunities AI presents to firms.
The PR Week, 12.18.2025: Kim Sample, PR Council
Q: What's your sort of top line findings of the year and how it's been specifically for agencies?
Kim shares that it's been a tough year for agencies with budget cuts and indecision, but many are optimistic about 2026.
Keeping score, a podcast presented by Allison Worldwide
Q: How do you see the landscape of sports media relations changing in the next three to five years?
News and stories travel differently today, influenced by social media and influencers, which necessitates brand PR practitioners to adapt.
Keeping score, a podcast presented by Allison Worldwide
Q: What are your thoughts on the WNBA?
It's on a growth trajectory but faces challenges regarding pay equity and leadership issues.

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Focus shifts to the evolving public relations landscape, addressing new challenges and the integration of advanced technologies. Common themes include the impact of artificial intelligence on PR practices and the strategies that agencies and organizations adopt to navigate industry transformations. Frequent discussions revolve around significant trends such as corporate communication, ethical practices, and community engagement, especially in the context of current events and notable industry figures. The format combines expert insights with case studies, making it a valuable resource for professionals looking to stay informed about the latest developments in PR and communications.

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