The PIO Podcast

I had a dream! How to get PIO Training! Now I turned that into the PIO Calendar with Paul Raymond

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1275008/fan_mail/new] Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore Paul's journey in communications and emergency management, which ultimately led to the creation of the PIO Calendar.  The PIO Calendar is a centralized platform that connects public information officers with training, conferences, and professional development opportunities across the country and around the world. Through his firm, PDR Strategies, he advises organizations on crisis communications, leadership messaging, and building public trust through clear, effective communication. Paul's BIO: Paul D. Raymond, Jr. is a strategic communications leader with a background in public safety, emergency management, and government operations. He has held senior leadership roles across New Hampshire state government, including serving as Assistant Commissioner at the New Hampshire Department of Corrections and as the Commissioner’s Strategic Communications Administrator at the New Hampshire Department of Safety. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Paul led communications within the State’s Joint Information Center, coordinating messaging across agencies during one of the most complex and high-consequence public information environments in recent history. In addition to his government service, Paul is a FEMA contract instructor, teaching courses including L0105 Public Information Basics, E/L0388 Advanced Public Information Officer, and the Executive Public Information Officer program. His work in the classroom focuses on preparing PIOs to operate effectively in crisis, conflict, and high-pressure environments. Paul is the founder of the PIO Calendar, a centralized platform that connects public information officers with training, conferences, and professional development opportunities across the country and around the world. Through his firm, PDR Strategies, he advises organizations on crisis communications, leadership messaging, and building public trust through clear, effective communication. His work is grounded in a core belief: communication is not just support—it is a critical operational function that shapes outcomes in crisis and beyond. He is passionate about strengthening the PIO profession by making training more accessible, practical, and aligned with the realities of the job. Paul lives in Concord, in the New England area, with his wife, Viola, and their young daughter. Paul's LinkedIn  [https://www.linkedin.com/in/praymondjr/] PIO Calender [https://www.piocalendar.com] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1275008/support] Our premiere sponsor, Social News Desk, has an exclusive offer for PIO Podcast listeners. Head over to socialnewsdesk.com/pio [https://socialnewsdesk.com/pio] to get three months free when a qualifying agency signs up.

Unlocking Organizational Intelligence: The Key to Trust and Leadership, Erika Mantallana

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1275008/fan_mail/new] Episode Summary: Erika Mantallana shares insights on organizational intelligence, trust, and the strategic role of communication in organizations. Discover how internal trust impacts external reputation and how leaders can better connect with their teams. Erika's BIO: Erika Mantallana is the founder of Threadwell Studio, a strategic communications consultancy built on a simple but hard-won idea: external trust is an inside job. After more than 20 years leading communications at Fortune 100 companies, national nonprofits, and publicly traded organizations, she made the leap from the executive suite to entrepreneurship. Now, she works with CMO and CCO-level leaders to reposition communications from a reactive delivery function to a driver of organizational intelligence. Her work sits at the intersection of strategy, culture, and credibility. And because she knows not every team has the budget for a consulting engagement, she's built a growing library of practitioner tools and resources designed to make that same strategic thinking accessible to communications leaders at every level. Connect with Erika on LinkedIn. [https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikamatallana/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikamatallana/]] or visit https://threadwellstudio.com/ [https://threadwellstudio.com/] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1275008/support] Our premiere sponsor, Social News Desk, has an exclusive offer for PIO Podcast listeners. Head over to socialnewsdesk.com/pio [https://socialnewsdesk.com/pio] to get three months free when a qualifying agency signs up.

Untitled EpisodeThe Truth About Sentiment Dashboards and How to Use Social Listening Effectively w/Tallie Proud S6 - E17

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1275008/fan_mail/new] Episode Summary: In this insightful interview, social media strategist Tallie Proud shares her expertise on social listening, its misconceptions, and how organizations can better interpret online conversations to improve their communication strategies. Tallie's BIO: Tallie Proud is a UK-based freelance digital marketing consultant specializing in social media training, strategy, digital skills, and more. She previously worked for Social Simulator, a crisis preparedness agency, where she supported international organizations with crisis exercises and social media training. Before that, she was part of the award-winning digital team at The Church of England. You can find her on LinkedIn in/tallieproud or contact her via her website: www.tallieproud.com [https://www.tallieproud.com/]  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1275008/support] Our premiere sponsor, Social News Desk, has an exclusive offer for PIO Podcast listeners. Head over to socialnewsdesk.com/pio [https://socialnewsdesk.com/pio] to get three months free when a qualifying agency signs up.

How AAA Uses Data and Storytelling to Promote Road Safety with Molly Hart S6 - E16

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1275008/fan_mail/new] Episode Summary: In this insightful interview, Molly Hart, a spokesperson for AAA, shares her expertise on traffic safety campaigns, media strategy, and public education efforts. Discover how AAA leverages data, storytelling, and social media to promote safe driving behaviors and prepare for seasonal travel challenges. About Molly - In-depth public relations and governmental affairs experience across a variety of disciplines and sectors including corporations, non-profit organizations and governmental agencies. Proven track record of creating and executing targeted programs and campaigns to drive increased visibility, engagement and support of the organization. Molly's LinkedIn Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1275008/support] Our premiere sponsor, Social News Desk, has an exclusive offer for PIO Podcast listeners. Head over to socialnewsdesk.com/pio [https://socialnewsdesk.com/pio] to get three months free when a qualifying agency signs up.

AI and Disinformation: Protecting Public Trust in the Digital Age, with Nina Jankowicz, S6 - E15

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1275008/fan_mail/new] Episode Summary: Nina Jankowicz shares insights on AI, disinformation, and best practices for public information officers in the digital age. Learn about the threats, guardrails, and strategies to maintain trust and integrity in information dissemination. Nina's BIO: Nina Jankowicz is an internationally-recognized expert on disinformation and democratization, one of TIME magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in AI, and the author of two books: How to Lose the Information War and How to Be A Woman Online. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1275008/support] Our premiere sponsor, Social News Desk, has an exclusive offer for PIO Podcast listeners. Head over to socialnewsdesk.com/pio [https://socialnewsdesk.com/pio] to get three months free when a qualifying agency signs up.