PRessing On: Real Life in Public Relations

PR in Transition: How the Industry Is Adapting to a Digital-First Reality

Join us for a PRessing On in Public Relations conversation with Matthew Traub. Traub serves as president and chief operating officer at DKC. In addition to being a principal, a member of the executive team and supervising several of DKC’s divisions, he has been a key player in the firm’s technology, media business and crisis management areas. Traub has built and overseen DKC’s work with top tech, media and content brands. He is a primary liaison with some of the tech industry’s most notable venture capital firms and has worked with top CEOs, political leaders and personalities. He has supervised the strategic communications campaigns around acquisitions in media, entertainment and technology and an array of complex cases involving civil and criminal litigation. Traub joined DKC after nearly a decade on Capitol Hill working for three different members of Congress. Traub received a bachelor of arts in political science and journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Madison where he sits on the School of Journalism and Mass Communication’s Board of Visitors. ----------------------------------------------------------------- To track down Matthew visit: Instagram: @matthewtraub LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/matthewtraub Website: dkcnews.com For more information on the PRessing On podcast visit PRressingOnPodcast.com [http://PRressingOnPodcast.com] or instagram.com/pressingoninpr/ [http://instagram.com/pressingoninpr/] RMGComm.com [http://RMGComm.com] DeGravePR.com [http://DeGravePR.com]

The Rise of Fact-Checking and Fighting Against Misinformation with Neil Brown

Join us for a PRessing On in Public Relations conversation with Neil Brown on the rise of fact-checking and fighting against misinformation. As president of The Poynter Institute, a leading organization in journalism education, he has four decades of experience in journalism and media leadership, including nine years on the Pulitzer Prize Board, Brown has a distinguished career that began at The Miami Herald. He rose through the ranks at the Tampa Bay Times, winning six Pulitzer Prizes during his tenure as editor. Under his leadership, Poynter has become home to initiatives like PolitiFact and the International Fact-Checking Network, training journalists and promoting ethical standards worldwide. A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of Iowa, Brown is a Chicago native dedicated to advancing the craft of journalism. ----------------------------------------------------------------- To track down Neil visit: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poynter_institute/ [https://www.instagram.com/poynter_institute/]  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Poynter/ [https://www.facebook.com/Poynter/]  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-brown-0711b9151/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-brown-0711b9151/]  Website: https://www.poynter.org/ [https://www.poynter.org/]    For more information on the PRessing On podcast visit PRressingOnPodcast.com [http://PRressingOnPodcast.com] or instagram.com/pressingoninpr/ [http://instagram.com/pressingoninpr/] RMGComm.com [http://RMGComm.com] DeGravePR.com [http://DeGravePR.com]

PR Career Spotlight: University Professor Dr. Mary Ann Pearson, APR

Join us for a PRessing On in Public Relations conversation with  Dr. Mary Ann Pearson, university professor at California Baptist University, who has built a career spanning both industry and academia and has helped countless PR students find their footing in the field of public relations.  Dr. Mary Ann Pearson, APR, is a leadership communication scholar, practitioner, and mentor with more than 35 years of experience in journalism, public relations, nonprofit work and higher education. She has served for twenty years as a professor of communication, public relations and leadership. She is a co-founder of Honeycomb Leadership & Mentoring, where she designs mentoring cultures and intergenerational leadership programs that emphasize shared leadership, trust, and human-centered communication. Mary Ann has served in national and local leadership roles with the Public Relations Society of America, judged PRSA and CAPIO awards, and advised students and professionals navigating leadership in times of disruption and change. A sought-after speaker and researcher, her work explores followership, mentoring, and how leaders and followers co-create purpose through emotionally intelligent communication. Whether in the classroom, the boardroom, or on a podcast mic, Mary Ann brings wisdom, warmth, and just enough humor to remind us that leadership is less about titles, and more about relationships that matter. ----------------------------------------------------------------- To track down Dr. Pearson visit: Instagram - @dr.pearson_18 X- @mpearson07 Linked In - Mary Ann Pearson, Ed.D., APR https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-ann-pearson-ed-d-apr-0280484/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-ann-pearson-ed-d-apr-0280484/] https://www.honeycombleadership.com/ [https://www.honeycombleadership.com/] https://calbaptist.edu/faculty-directory/faculty-profile?id=29 [https://calbaptist.edu/faculty-directory/faculty-profile?id=29]   For more information on the PRessing On podcast visit PRressingOnPodcast.com [http://PRressingOnPodcast.com] or instagram.com/pressingoninpr/ [http://instagram.com/pressingoninpr/] RMGComm.com [http://RMGComm.com] DeGravePR.com [http://DeGravePR.com]

Starting Strong: Building a PR Business in 2025 and Beyond with Lindsay Hughes

Join us for a PRessing On in Public Relations conversation with Lindsay Hughes, founder of Tapped In Public Relations, where she helps water utilities and public agencies build trust and communicate their value to the communities they serve. With over 15 years of experience in strategic communications, Lindsay has led PR efforts across nonprofit, tech, and municipal sectors—most recently spending a decade at North Penn Water Authority, where she built the communications function from the ground up. She's managed crisis communications, launched social media channels, led earned media campaigns, and prepared executives for high-stakes public appearances. Her work has earned recognition from the Pennsylvania Municipal Authorities Association, including two Community Outreach Awards in 2024. Through Tapped In PR, Lindsay combines traditional PR expertise with modern tools—including AI—to help utilities move beyond reactive messaging. She's also the co-host of the Authorities On Air podcast, where she educates the public about municipal authorities in Pennsylvania.Tune in for real stories, practical advice, and a dose of PR inspiration. Like, share, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! ----------------------------------------------------------------- To track down Lindsay visit: www.linkedin.com/in/lindsayhughestipr [http://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsayhughestipr] www.tappedinpr.com [http://www.tappedinpr.com]   For more information on the PRessing On podcast visit PRressingOnPodcast.com [http://PRressingOnPodcast.com] or instagram.com/pressingoninpr/ [http://instagram.com/pressingoninpr/] RMGComm.com [http://RMGComm.com] DeGravePR.com [http://DeGravePR.com]

Growth, Value, and the Future of PR with Mike Harris

Join us for a PRessing On in Public Relations conversation with Mike Harris, COO and Partner at UPRoar PR by Moburst, where he helps brands turn bold ideas into breakthrough moments. With over 15 years of experience leading communications and growth strategy, Mike has guided clients ranging from high-growth startups to global consumer brands through everything from product launches to crisis moments. Before UPRoar merged with Moburst, Mike served as President of UPRoar PR, where he built one of the most respected independent PR firms in the U.S.—known for helping emerging companies earn national attention. Today, he blends that entrepreneurial experience with Moburst’s full-service digital capabilities, driving campaigns that connect creative storytelling with measurable impact. Passionate about authentic storytelling and strategic growth, he’s a trusted voice on the future of public relations in an age of AI, digital disruption, and constant change. Tune in for real stories, practical advice, and a dose of PR inspiration. Like, share, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! ----------------------------------------------------------------- To track down Mike visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-harris-a828931/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-harris-a828931/] https://www.linkedin.com/company/uproar-by-moburst/posts/?feedView=all [https://www.linkedin.com/company/uproar-by-moburst/posts/?feedView=all]  https://uproarpr.com/ [https://uproarpr.com/] https://www.moburst.com/ [https://www.moburst.com/] For more information on the PRessing On podcast visit PRressingOnPodcast.com [http://PRressingOnPodcast.com] or instagram.com/pressingoninpr/ [http://instagram.com/pressingoninpr/] RMGComm.com [http://RMGComm.com] DeGravePR.com [http://DeGravePR.com]