The PIO Podcast Videos

Listen to these amazing guests that I have interviewed and whose episodes will air in the coming weeks. 🎙️ Exciting News! 🎙️ We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming guests on the PIO Podcast! 🎧🔥 1. 7/17/2024 - Stephanie Bishop: A thought leader in crisis communication and public relations. Tune in to hear her insights on navigating challenging situations. 🌟 #CrisisComms #PRInsights 2. 7/24/2024 - Sgt. Michael Sugrue: Join us for a captivating discussion on post-traumatic stress injury and suicide prevention. #PTS #SuicidePrevention 3. 7/31/2024 - Greg Matusky: Greg Matusky is a trailblazer in the field of public relations (PR) and an advocate for leveraging AI to enhance communication strategies. 🌟#AIintegration 4. 8/01/2024 - Scott Thomsen & Larry Parnell: In a groundbreaking study conducted by the GW Government and Public Affairs (GPA) team, key findings shed light on the challenges faced by government communicators and the perception gap between practitioners and the public1 Don’t miss out! Subscribe to the PIO Podcast and stay informed. 🎧✨ #PIO #PodcastGuests #KnowledgeSharing

🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ 🔥 PIO Spotlight: Stephanie Bishop on Incident Management in California 🔥 In our latest podcast episode, we had the privilege of interviewing Steph Bishop, APIO, a seasoned Public Information Officer (PIO) from the California Interagency Incident Management Team (Region 5). Stephanie shared valuable insights into managing complex incidents, coordinating interagency efforts, and communicating critical information during wildfire emergencies. 🌟 Key Takeaways: The crucial role of PIOs in incident management. Effective communication strategies during high-stress situations. Collaborating across agencies for seamless response. Stephanie's episode airs on Wednesday. 📢 Let’s give a shoutout to Stephanie for her dedication to public safety! 🙌🏼 hashtag#WildfireManagement hashtag#IncidentResponse hashtag#PIOInterview hashtag#CaliforniaIncidents

🎙️ **Exciting News for Data Enthusiasts!** 🎙️ We're thrilled to announce that this Wednesday, Jonathan Schwabish will join us to share his five essential guidelines for better data visualization. Whether you're a seasoned data professional or just starting out, Jonathan's insights will help you transform your data into compelling visual stories. 📅 **Episode Airs:** Wednesday 🎧 **Where to Listen:** Available on all major podcast platforms Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your data visualization skills and make your data more impactful! 👉 **Tune in and let us know your thoughts!** #DataVisualization #Podcast #JonathanSchwabish #DataScience #DataStorytelling #VisualizationTips

This week, we interviewed economist Jonathan Schwabish and fellow podcaster of the Policy Viz podcast on effective visualization for public information officers. Jonathan has some great insights into what is effective. Jonathan's episode airs on Wednesday wherever you listen to podcasts. #DataVisualization #Podcast #PublicInformation National Association of Government Communicators - NAGC National Association of County Information Officers NIOA

On Wednesday, our interview airs with Darren Wright, MA, PIO for the Oro Valley Police Department. This is an excerpt of our discussion about balancing the public's need to know while maintaining the integrity of an investigation. #Public #Communications #PIOLife #PublicAffairs NIOA National Association of Government Communicators - NAGC 👮👮‍♀️🚔🚨⚖️🎙

PIO Darren discusses a Cost-Benefits Analysis
This week on the podcast, we have Police1 contributor PIO Darren Wright of the Oro Valley Police Department. During our discussions, we explored a cost-benefit analysis to determine the best time to release information to the public. Darren's episode airs Wed! #CrisisCommunications #PIOlife #PublicInformation #Police #Trending #Now National Association of County Information Officers National Association of Government Communicators - NAGC

This week on the PIO Podcast, we interviewed Keaira Turner, the director of public affairs at the Chattanooga Police Department. Keaira discusses some of the training she has received as a communications professional. Keaira's interview airs on Wednesday. #Chattanooga #PublicAffairs #PublicInformation #Police #CrisisCommunications #trendingnow

This week on the PIO Podcast, we interviewed Keaira Turner, the director of public affairs at the Chattanooga Police Department . Keaira's interview airs on Wednesday. #Chattanooga #PublicAffairs #PublicInformation #Police #crisiscommunications

Allison Waters-Merritt is on the PIO Podcast this week. Allison provided insight into the community's feedback on the Putnam County Sheriff's Office commitment to a second year of Live PD episodes. #Community #LivePD #Sheriff #Florida #putnamcountyfl

PIO Allison Waters-Merritt talks vetting a media company
This week on the PIO Podcast, our guest is Allison Waters-Merritt, Public Information Officer for the @putnamcountysheriffsoffice. In our episode, we discussed how the sheriff's office was approached by a media company and Allison's efforts to vet the organization before moving forward with any collaborations. Allison's episode airs on Wednesday. #PublicInformation #Sheriff #Communications #PublicAffairs #PublicRelations #CommunityRelations National Information Officers Association National Association of Government Communicators (NAGC)

Tomorrow Keith Thornton's episode will air rs on the podcast. Keith's advocacy of law enforcement goes beyond his time as a dispatcher for OEM & CPD. He truly walks the walk to make Chicago a safer place. Listen to the entire episode tomorrow. #Police #Trending #Advocacy #Communications

This week, our guest on the podcast is Keith Thornton, former OEM CPD Dispatcher and community activist who advocates for officer safety and wellness. Keith was the dispatcher who was on the radio the night that Officer Ella French was shot and killed. #Communications #OfficerWellness #OfficerSafety

Chief of Police Christopher Cook, author of The Art of Strategic Communication: A Police Chief’s Guide To Mastering Soundbites, Storytelling, And Community Engagement. 📚🎧 In today’s fast-paced environment, where communication travels at lightning speed, Chief Cook’s book provides timely lessons and practical solutions for law enforcement leaders and communicators. When done right, strategic communication can increase transparency, build trust, and encourage active community participation. 🌟 Join us on the PIOPodcast this Wednesday to hear Chief Cook share his insights on mastering soundbites, storytelling, and community engagement. 🎧🔊 🗓️ Date: Wednesday 🎙️ Where: On All Podcast Listening Platforms Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from Chief Cook’s over thirty years of experience! 📖👮‍♂️ #PoliceCommunication #StrategicCommunication #CommunityEngagement #PIOPodcast

📢 Exciting News! 🎙️ I had the privilege of interviewing Chief of Police Christopher Cook, author of The Art of Strategic Communication: A Police Chief’s Guide To Mastering Soundbites, Storytelling, And Community Engagement. 📚🎧 In today’s fast-paced environment, where communication travels at lightning speed, Chief Cook’s book provides timely lessons and practical solutions for law enforcement leaders and communicators. When done right, strategic communication can increase transparency, build trust, and encourage active community participation. 🌟 Join us on the PIOPodcast this Wednesday to hear Chief Cook share his insights on mastering soundbites, storytelling, and community engagement. 🎧🔊 🗓️ Date: Wednesday 🎙️ Where: On All Podcast Listening Platforms Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from Chief Cook’s over thirty years of experience! 📖👮‍♂️ #PoliceCommunication #StrategicCommunication #CommunityEngagement #PIOPodcast

As we move into the holiday weekend, I want to bring your attention to my interview with Christopher Cook about his new book, The Art of Strategic Communication. Chief Cook's interview will air Wednesday, May 29th, on all podcasting platforms, and the full video will be available on our YouTube channel. #trending #PIOLife #CrisisCommunications #PublicInformation NIOA National Association of Government Communicators - NAGC

This week on the podcast, we interviewed Ashley McDonald, MPIO, CPC-PIO, about the credentialing of public information officers. In this excerpt of the interview, Ashley explains the evolution of the credentialing process. #PublicInformation #Credentialing #Professionalism #pio #PublicAffairs

Get ready to dive into the world of professional communication with this week's **PIO Podcast**! 🎙️ Join us as **Ashley McDonald, MPIO, CPC-PIO**, unravels the secrets to becoming a successful credentialed public information officer. Don't miss out on her invaluable insights! Tune in this **Wednesday** to catch Ashley's episode on your favorite podcast platform. #PIO #PublicRelations #CareerDevelopment NIOA National Association of Government Communicators - NAGC

A quick reminder that tomorrow the audio of our panel discussion, "Transparency: The New Buzzword of the 21st Century" airs on the podcast. Thank you once again to Tamrin Olden Katie Nelson Adam Myrick, Nelly Miles, and Gary Woodruff for participating. Their expertise, knowledge and candor gave this discussion some incredible insights! #Community #Police #Transparency #Communication #Crisis #Trending

This week on the podcast, we air the audio from our Panel Discussion: "Transparency the New Buzzword of the 21st Century." This is for all our audio listeners who prefer to listen to the podcast on their way to work in the car or train. Special thanks to TOC Communications , Nelly Miles Adam Myrick, Katie Nelson Gary Woodruff for explaining transparency on multiple levels. #PublicInformation National Association of Government Communicators - NAGC @nioa2014 #Communication #Transparency

In this week's episode, we talk to Lauren Reimer, PIO for the @pinalcountysheriff , about her strategies to increase agency reach on social media. Those strategies are Recruiting, Crime Resolution, and Positive Community Interactions.. #Trending #Crime #Reduction #Community #publicinformation