Media Training: TV Anchor Talks Nudity, Gets Mixed Up

People often prepare extensively for news media interviews but sometimes are surprised how much an interviewer does not know.

Public Relations: Some Media Scared And Lazy, Not Busy

PR pros without newsroom experience may have suspected some of this. You don’t dare speak it publicly

My Seven Favorite Moments From Media Training in San Diego

Discussing ridiculous scenes from the movie Anchorman

Media Relations: Do Some Journalists Show Their True Colors?

Behind the scenes, I knew which reporters were liberal, conservative or moderate.

Media Relations: 12 News Interviews Our Client: See Steve Stand In The Newsroom

You should appear natural on live TV, but newsroom live shots are anything but natural.

Media Relations: Good Morning Arizona Interviews Our Client: See Steve’s Suit

This is our client Steve. See Steve’s Jacket:  I’ve seen TV guests wear jeans and polo shirts. Some appearances may justify such clothes. But Steve was discussing a very serious subject. This was [...]

Media Training: Be Prepared To Be Interrupted When Most Vulnerable

Prepare in real world scenarios to ensure you don't pop up as the next goof up on YouTube.

Media Relations: PR Pros Should Not Engage In Threesomes

I stand by my decision.

Media Relations: 11 Reasons I Miss Local News During Sweeps

    Listening to the motivational speech during the morning editorial meeting about how crucial ratings is this time around. Watching promos that are better than the special reports [...]