Why I Social
254 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 6 years ago - ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsTake a look behind the social handle with every Why I Social episode. The podcast brings brings you candid conversations with folks who do social media right - from average joe to CEO. Each podcast invites you to get to know guests on everything social media and beyond.
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Episode 3 - The One With A Google Glass Reference
September 26, 2016 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24 MBOn this week's episode, Chris is preparing for his trip to Social Media Strategies Summit in SF and Amir reminisces about Google Glass. Plus, a rare Pokemon (story) appears. This week's Five Favorites: Honorable Mention: The Story Behind The Smartphone Terror Alert in NYC (CNN) 1. Introducing Spectacles (Snap Inc) 2. Snowden on Google Allo: "Don't Use It" (The Next Web) 3. Pokemon Go Is Doing Just Fine (Wired) 4. Facebook Apologizes For Overstating Video Metrics (New York T...
Episode 92 - Berrak Sarikaya (@BerrakBiz)
September 20, 2016 12:13 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBBerrak Sarikaya (@BerrakBiz) is a Community and Marketing Strategist for Amplify Your Biz - which she founded in 2010. Our conversation also comes just as she has returned from the popular conference, CM World. Berrak's story is one full of life lessons as she shares her personal journey which includes time at Google and her decision to move west to Seatle. Hear her story on this week's Why I Social. This Week on Why I Social, Berrak and I discuss: The decision to move to Seatle H...
Episode 2 - The One Where We Have Twitter On The Brain
September 19, 2016 08:00 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBOn this week's episode, Chris is running on coffee fumes and Amir has (as expected) made sure he has the new iPhone - even if his girlfriend is teasing him about the color of the phone. Plus, both Amir and Chris can't avoid Twitter in the news. Shoutouts in this episode to Christin Kardos and Katy Spencer Johnson. This week's Five Favorites: 1. Twitter Introduces New Customer Service Display Options and Tools (Social Media Today) 2. Twitter's New, Longer Tweets Are Coming (The Ve...
Episode 91 - Will Fanguy (@WillFanguy)
September 13, 2016 08:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBWill Fanguy (@WillFanguy) is a teacher turned blog editor for Piktochart (@piktochart). With a background in English, writing, and education - he brings a unique blend of talent to the infographic company. His personality shines (as you hear on the podcast) and his background includes pushing for and achieving innovation in multiple workplaces. Hear his story on this week's Why I Social. This Week on Why I Social, Will and I discuss: How technology has played a major role in his enti...
Episode 1 - The One Where Amir Won't Shut Up About Apple
September 12, 2016 08:30 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBOn this week's episode, Chris is bummed that Samsung messed up the Note 7 while Amir gets amped about the new iPhone! All this and more on this week's Five Favorites! This week's Five Favorites: 1. How Netflix is Growing The Popularity of Narcos Through Smart Social Media Marketing (TheDrum.com) 2. Snapchat Cut Local Stories Curators in Shift For Live (Bloomberg Technology) 3. Instagram Killing Off Photo Maps (Mashable) 4.iPhone 7 Impressions: 10 Things (Video by Marques Brownle...
Episode 90 - Josh McCormack (@joshmccormack)
September 06, 2016 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBJosh McCormack (@JoshMcCormack) is the owner of InteractiveQA. There's a good chance you've seen something he's worked on (and have no idea, until now). Hear his story on this week's Why I Social. This Week on Why I Social, Josh and I discuss: How Josh went from history major to IT/web How he ended up starting InteractiveQA How social media has played a role in his business and personal life And of course, Why Does He Social?! (Stay tuned at the end for a special announcement...
Five Favorites - Episode 0
September 05, 2016 10:00 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MBIn the introductory episode of Five Favorites, hosts Chris Barrows (of Why I Social) and Amir Zonozi (of Zoomph) break down some of the top stories of the past week in social media, digital marketing, and technology. Find out what Five Favorites is all about and dig right in with the Five Favorites of Episode 0! The Five Favorites of Episode 0: 1. NBC's 12 Billion Dollar Olympic Bet Stumbles Due To Millennials (Bloomberg) 2. Google Will Soon Start Punishing Mobile Sites That Show Ha...
Episode 89 - Tim Smyth (@HistoryComics)
August 30, 2016 11:10 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBTim Smyth (@HistoryComics) has been a social studies teacher for over 15 years. He's not your average teacher, however, innovating in the classroom on a daily basis. His unique style of bringing comic books into the class as part of the curriculum has opened the doors for him to speak at a variety of conventions including San Diego Comic Con. Hear his story on this week's Why I Social. This Week on Why I Social, Tim and I discuss: How did he get interested in history? What challeng...
Episode 88 - Adam Leidhecker (@AdamLeidhecker)
August 23, 2016 03:31 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBAdam Leidhecker (@AdamLeidhecker) is Director of Social Strategy at Otto Radio. Originally recommended to the podcast by alum Vincent Orleck, Adam is a dad and the creator behind multiple starts-ups. You can see one of those projects at http://portsmithco.com/. Hear his story on this week's Why I Social. This Week on Why I Social, Adam and I discuss: Why the start-up life is so appealing to him How he got into podcasts? What drew him to his current job at OttoRadio? And of c...
Episode 87 - Jessica Bates (@Jesserker)
August 16, 2016 11:03 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBJessica Bates (@Jesserker) is a self-employed digital strategist who's resume includes previous employment at places like the American Lung Association and The World Wildlife Fund. She's an experienced digital strategist who has based herself in the Washington D.C. region. Hear her story on this week's Why I Social. This Week on Why I Social, Jessica and I discuss: The importance of activism in her life How she became self-employed Also, a mandatory "Mean Girls" themed five favor...
Sessions - Episode 3 (Instagram Stories)
August 12, 2016 18:32 - 14 minutes - 11.9 MBWelcome to the third episode of Why I Social Sessions - where we bring you short discussions focused on one-singular topic. This is not your standard Why I Social episode where we learn about a guest - but instead - we focus on important topics impacting the social media space today. Today, on Why I Social Sessions, Why I Social alums Casie Shimansky and Cody Stevenson join the podcast to discuss the good, the bad and the ugly with Instagram Stories. On Episode 3 1. What are the pro...
Episode 86 - Benson Hendrix (@desertronin)
August 09, 2016 10:34 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBBenson Hendrix (@desertronin) is Social Media Manager at University of New Mexico. His journey into higher education professionally (as we spoke about originally at eduWeb Digital Summit in Denver) is one that is tied to own personal journey. As a believer in the power of storytelling, his background in journalism parallels much of his journey and plays a major part in why he's found success. Hear his story on this week's Why I Social. This Week on Why I Social, Benson and I discuss: ...
Episode 85 - John Lee Dumas (@johnleedumas)
August 02, 2016 06:30 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBJohn Lee Dumas (@johnleedumas) is the host and founder of EOFire. He's also the creator of a Free Podcast Course. His story is one that stems from passion - leaving the world of 9-5 jobs - to pursue podcasting. Social plays a crucial role in the way John interacts with his audience - to the point that a snap led to John joining me on the podcast! Hear his story on this week's Why I Social. This Week on Why I Social, John and I discuss: Leaving the world of 9-5 jobs. Why he wanted to...
Episode 84 - Kasandrea Sereno (@KasandreaSereno)
July 26, 2016 08:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBKasandrea Sereno (@KasandreaSereno) is an Academic Advisor for the Communication Department at the University of South Florida. In addition, she also serves as a Lead Advisor for the university. She's also the creator of #HigherEdSocial - a Facebook group dedicated to social media professionals in Higher Education. Hear her story on this week's Why I Social. This Week on Why I Social, Kasandrea and I discuss: How she got into (and stayed) in Higher Education How she built a social ...
Episode 83 - Kristy Gillentine (KrisGillentine)
July 19, 2016 10:33 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBKristy Gillentine (KrisGillentine) is Vice President of Public Engagement for Drive West Communications. She initially came on my radar after her starting of a new Twitterchat, #ChatSnap and was later referred to me by podcast alum Chris McManamy. What makes Kristy unique is her strong journalistic background across every sort of medium possible. Print, broadcast, you name it, she's done it! Her drive and journalistic instinct is the reasons she's been so successful - as you'll hear in t...
Episode 82 - Dean DeLisle (@deandelisle)
July 12, 2016 10:01 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBDean DeLisle (@deandelisle) is the Founder and CEO of Forward Progress. He's also a well-known speaker on the Social Media Strategies Summit. Dean is also a father and an outstanding storyteller whom has impressed me with something new and innovative every time we've met. During this week's podcast, Dean tells a story about how ended up at Merrill Lynch. I would implore that people take a listen. At the heart of this show is people - and people, relationships, is never more important tha...
Episode 81 - Diana Wolff (Di_Wo)
July 05, 2016 10:53 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBDiana Wolff (@Di_Wo) is the President of LRG Communications and an experienced business woman with a background in writing and B2B. I first had the opportunity to meet Diana during a #LinkedInChat many years ago. Over the time I've got to know Diana, I've been impressed with her background and her ability to educate those in less social businesses on the value that social media will offer them. Her unique client-base at LRG Communications is one that requires a strong, social lead and sh...
Episode 79 - Jennifer Radke (@radkejen)
June 21, 2016 09:30 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBJennifer Radke (@radkejen) is the Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Social Media - a role she recently began two months prior to the recording of this episode. Her career began in higher education as she found a passion for the world of education. In addition to her job as CEO, she also serves a board member for Women Entrepreneurs of Minnesota. This Week on Why I Social, Jennifer and I discuss: How her career began in education Why training has played an import...
Episode 78 - Carolyn Portanova (@CarolynPortanov)
June 14, 2016 09:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBCarolyn Portanova (@CarolynPortanov) is Communications & Marketing Manager at The Brokerage Resource (Inc). She is also a returning guest as she previously appeared as a panelist during a live episode of Why I Social titled "Parenting In The Social Age". She is a prime example of one of the reasons I started the podcast as her story from sales to social media is one that deserves to be told. This Week on Why I Social, Carolyn and I discuss: How she became interested in French Literature ...
Episode 77 - Jack Kosakowski (@JackKosakowski1)
June 07, 2016 10:08 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBJack Kosakowski (@JackKosakowski1) is the Global Head of B2B Social Sales Execution at Creation Agency. His career focus has spent significant time as a leader in the social sales space. Jack is also a blogger and an active social media user (it was his Facebook content that inspired me to ask him to join the podcast in the first-place). You can also hear Jack on the podcast Sales Tech Talk Live. This Week on Why I Social, Jack and I discuss: The importance of social sales How Jack...
Episode 76 - Jessica Malnik (@jessicamalnik)
May 31, 2016 10:07 - 27 minutes - 25 MBJessica Malnik (@JessicaMalnik) is a community manager, content strategist and blogger based in Austin, Texas. She recently spoke as part of the lightning round sessions at the 2016 edition of CMX Summit East. Jessica, like many recent guests, has a background/interest in journalism which has played a crucial role in her career success. She is a graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia with a Bachelor's in Online Media. This Week on Why I Social, Jessica and I discuss: Her pre...
Episode 75 - Martin Lieberman (@MartinLieberman)
May 24, 2016 08:00 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBMartin Lieberman (@MartinLieberman) is a content marketer and social media manager for IBM. His career began as an intern at Ad Age in NYC and blossomed in Boston as he took on a multitude of roles at companies like Staples and Constant Contact. Aside from his professional life, Martin is a sports-fan (I forgave him for cheering the Red Sox) and an avid-movie goer. While he was on a long-list of persons I looked forward to having on the podcast, it's worth noting that recent alum, Gl...
Episode 74 - Stephen Hoops (@StephenHoops)
May 17, 2016 05:10 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBStephen Hoops (@StephenHoops) is a SEO and Content Marketing Specialist and a graduate of West Virginia University. My introduction to Stephen came through mutual friends and a few Why I Social Ambassadors. On a personal note, I always enjoy the opportunity to talk to guests who possess the energy and spirit of someone like Stephen. He truly was a joy to connect with and learn more about how he went from college DJ to marketing specialist! Note: Though it was not discussed on the podc...
Sessions - Episode 2 (Emojis and Social Communication)
May 12, 2016 09:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBWelcome to the second episode of Why I Social Sessions - where we bring you short discussions focused on one-singular topic. This is not your standard Why I Social episode where we learn about a guest - but instead - we focus on important topics impacting the social media space today. Today, on Why I Social Sessions, linguist and SXSW speaker Gretchen McCulloch (@GretchenAMcC) and I discuss the value of emoji's as a communication tool in today's social space. On Episode 2 1. Who is ...
Episode 73 - Glenda Vaquerano (@GlendaVee)
May 10, 2016 09:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBGlenda Vaquerano-Briones (@GlendaVee) is Public Relations and Social Media Manager at Sexy Hair Concepts. Her PR background (including college) has lead her to a career as an experienced public relations and social media professional whom is also one of the funniest people I've had the pleasure of meeting on Twitter. Glenda, whom I first met thanks to my #JVMChat co-host Jason Viglione's wife, also understand the importance of customer service. She's excelled in the social media mana...
Episode 72 - Carmen S. Collins (@CShirkeyCollins)
May 03, 2016 01:57 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBCarmen Collins (@CShirkeyCollins) leads social media forCisco's talent brand. She has previously worked for Mozilla andAOL. Her background and time at AOL corresponds with perhaps themost popular days of AOL in the late 90's and early2000's. Collins comes to Why I Social through the recommendation of alumCasie Shimansky who has since taken a job at Cisco! This Week on Why I Social,Carmen andI discuss: Being a member of the first name club on AOL How she found herself at Cisco The ...
Episode 71 - Jonathan Brewer (@HouseofBrew)
April 26, 2016 15:23 - 28 minutes - 26 MBJonathan Brewer (@HouseofBrew) or perhaps better known as "Brew" is Director of Awesome at BTC Revolutions. If you're an avid Why I Social listener you may recognize his name as he made a brief appearance on this year's Community Manager Appreciation Day edition of the podcast. That's because Brew is a core member #CMGRHangout which takes place every Friday. Brew's journey is certainly a unique one and he offers a unique perspective on the changes (or lack there of?) that have taken plac...
Episode 70 - Tracy Soren and Jessie Jolles (@SorenandJolles)
April 19, 2016 03:29 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBTracy Soren and Jessie Jolles (@SorenandJolles) are a comdy duo currently living in New York City. Their story together begins at a Upright Citizens Brigade improv class and has grown into a friendship which has been compared to that of Broad Street. Their web series, Dibs, about the importance of friendship during life's little moments. They've also been described as NYC's Top 10 Up-And-Coming Comedians and 10 Rising Improv Stars That Deserve Their Own TV Show. Naturally, I was also...
Episode 69 - Allison Matherly (@allisonmatherly)
April 12, 2016 08:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBAllison Matherly (@allisonmatherly) is Coordinator of Digital Engagement at Texas Tech University. She's also a graduate of the same university and currently pursuing her Master's of Arts. I first had the opportunity to meet Allison at eduWeb Digital Summit and was impressed by the drive and passion she brings to her job every single day. Her journey from student to intern to employee is one that is worth listening to. Hear that and more on this episode (69) of Why I Social. This ...
Episode 68 - Andrew Seaman (@Andrewmseaman)
April 05, 2016 08:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBAndrew Seaman (@AndrewmSeaman) is Senior Medical Journalist at Thomson Reuters. You may have seen his articles in other papers such as USA Today and Politico. In addition to his work at Thomson Reuters - Andrew is also Ethics Committee Chair for the Society of Professional Journalists. This episode is also unique in the fact that I've had the absolute pleasure of being a part of Andrew's journey - from our days at Best Buy - to Wilkes University where I worked and he attended school. It'...
Episode 67 - Noelle Seybert (@NoelleSeybert)
March 29, 2016 09:00 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBNoelle Seybert (@NoelleSeybert) is Social Media Manager at Pepperdine University (@Pepperdine). She has been working in higher education for more than four years and has been in the marketing industry since 2009. Seybert is also in the process of completing her Doctorate in Business Administration (with an estimated completion in 2018). I crossed paths with Seybert at Kurogo's Mobile Conference (hosted at CSUN). She was (as far as I know) the only other person there who's full-time work c...
Episode 66 - Jermaine Young (@Tigga7d6)
March 22, 2016 08:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBJermaine Young (@Tigga7d6) is lead designer at A Sublime Creation Design Studio and the co-host of #Spoofchat. It's also worth noting that Jermaine is a father - something I daresay he would say is his most important job. Jermaine's work on #Spoofchat includes a unique creative process which he discusses mid-way through the episode. Note: #Spoofchat was previously discussed on Episode 49 featuring Adam Dince (iTunes). This Week on Why I Social, Jermaine and I discuss: The creative...
Episode 65 - Frankie Greek (@FrankieGreek)
March 15, 2016 09:30 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBFrankie Greek (@FrankieGreek) is Social Media Manager at Fuse Media and Social Media Coordinator for the Shorty Awards. Her background in television and radio have also helped her establish the skill sets required to succeed in both Snapchat and live-streaming. My actual introduction to her came when I learned she would be running the Snapchat account (which she launched, by the way) for the Times Square Ball. This episode is a long-time coming and it was joy to learn about how Frankie w...
Episode 64 - Bree Kelley (@SmartSuiteBree)
March 08, 2016 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBBree Kelley (@SmartSuiteBree) is a community manager at Casual Fridays (based in San Diego). She works remotely from the other side of the country in Cleveland, Ohio. You may also remember that Casual Friday Founder, Tyler J Anderson, joined the show in the first episode of 2016. Bree's "no-quit" attitude was always impressed me and this episode also opens with a fan question from listener Martin Lieberman. This Week on Why I Social, Bree and I discuss: How networking (in-person) lan...
Episode 63 (SMWNNYC Edition) - Michelle Pinchev (@CityByHeart)
March 01, 2016 10:30 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBMichelle Pinchev is (@CityByHeart) is the founder of Pinch Social. She's also the executive producer of Social Media Week(i) Toronto, an independent Social Media Week. It's only appropriate that our path's crossed at this year's Social Media Week New York City... Shortly after meeting Michelle at the opening night event at Social Media Week (NYC), I knew NOTE: The original description for this episode described Michelle's role as executive producer of Social Media Week Toronto. The pro...
Episode 62 - Malia Probst (@TheMalia)
February 23, 2016 11:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBMalia Probst (@TheMalia) is the host of The Real Virtual Reality Show and works full-time consulting on virtual reality. Her journey to living in Los Angeles didn't happen over night - but her interest in virtual reality pretty clear from the start. From her experience in hospitality to her journey across the country, Malia brings a unique story to Why I Social that is is complete with passion for new technology. This Week on Why I Social, Ross and I discuss: The challenges and rewar...
Sessions - Episode 1 (Twitter and #Twitter10k)
February 16, 2016 11:00 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBWelcome to the first edition of Why I Social Sessions - which will bring you short discussions focused on one-singular topic. This is not your standard Why I Social episode where we learn about a guest - but instead - we focus on important topics impacting the social media space today. Today, on Why I Social Sessions, guest (and Why I Social alum) Lucy Rendler-Kaplan and I discuss changes happening on Twitter with a focus on #Twitter10k and the misinformation being spread regarding Twitter...
Episode 61 - Ross Brand (@iRossBrand)
February 09, 2016 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBRoss Brand (@iRossBrand) is the Vice President (and co-founder) of HR Avant-Garde and the editor of LivestreamUniverse.com. He also hosts the Blab show "Livestream Stars" which I had the pleasure of joining just one week ago. Ross has a broadcast background, which adds to his skill set as a live-streamer, and is is an NYU alumni (with a Master of Science in Human Resource Management). During his time at NYU, he was also the chapter President for SHRM (Society for Human Resource Managemen...
Episode 60 - Derek K. Hubbard (@derekkhubbard)
February 02, 2016 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBDerek K Hubbard (@DerekKHubbard) is Social Business Specialist for Southwest Airlines. He is a dynamic and experienced speaker with a proven track record of creating compelling content for social and digital mediums. I had the pleasure of meeting Derek in 2015 at the Social Media Strategies Summit in Dallas where we were both speaking. I immediately knew that he'd be a great fit for the show and he does not prove me wrong. His story is a fascinating one and his work is even more impressiv...
Episode 59 - #CMAD Part 3 feat. Lorrie Guerrieri
January 29, 2016 11:31 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBLorrie Guerrieri (@LorrieGuerreri) is a Community Manager for BTC Revolutions. She was also a previous guet on the Why I Social podcast until there was an issue with her audio and her content was unable to be recovered. Thanks to #CMAD - you can now learn more about Lorrie! Note: All guests in this series were nominated by their fellow CMs during #CMAD. Part 1 - Gabby Yocum (iTunes) Patt 2 - Monina Wagner (iTunes) Share with #WhyISocial Subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher Radio or Sou...
Episode 59 - #CMAD Part 4 featuring Noni Shaney
January 29, 2016 11:21 - 17 minutes - 16 MBNoni Shaney (GoGoogleMe) is a higher education and social media professional who is also currently an employee of BTC Revolutions. Her work ethic and time-management skills are on display in this episode as we discuss how she manages multiple roles/accounts in her career. This is also the LAST in the #CMAD Series. I want to thank you for taking the time to listen to every community manager who's been on this year's series (see the full list below) and encourage you to thank YOUR communit...
Episode 59 - #CMAD Part 2 feat. Monina Wagner
January 27, 2016 10:30 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBMonina Wagner (@MoninaW) is Community Manager at Content Marketing Institute and the second guest in this year's #CMAD Series. From news to social media, Monina has a diverse background that was exciting to explore. Her experience and enthusiasm make her well-deserving of being featured as a standout community manager. Note: All guests in this series were nominated by their fellow CMs during #CMAD. Part 1 - Gabby Yocum (iTunes) Share with #WhyISocial Subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher ...
Episode 59 - #CMAD Part 1 feat. Gabby Yocum (@thegreat_gabbby)
January 26, 2016 11:00 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MBGabby Yocum (@thegreat_gabbby) is the Community Manager at Zoomph and the first guest in this four-part series for Community Manager Appreciation Day. Her story begins at a job fair but her future in community and social media is clearly still being told! Note: All guests in this series were nominated by their fellow CMs during #CMAD. Share with #WhyISocial Subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher Radio or Soundcloud Follow at @WhyISocial. The Why I Social podcast is brought to you by Zoom...
Episode 59 (Meet the #CMAD Team)
January 26, 2016 10:00 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBCommunity Manager Appreciation Day (#CMAD) is a 24 hour, live event taking place on Google Hangouts featuring panels focused on, you guessed it, community management. In 2015, the Why I Social podcast produced the first annual Why I Social #CMAD episode. In 2016, the conversations with Community Managers are split up throughout the week. To kick-start this year's series, I chatted with the team behind this year's #CMAD. Share with #WhyISocial Subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher Radio or ...
Episode 58 - Ahna Hendrix (@AhnaHendrix)
January 19, 2016 11:30 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBAhna Hendrix (@AhnaHendrix) is CEO and Lead Social Media Specialist at ARCH Digital Agency. She started ARCH Digital in October 2014 and has built a strong online reputation in social media over the course of her career. You'll find her actively sharing snap stories on a daily basis via Snapchat (which I personally enjoy). She's also a yoga and health enthusiast who has made some significant changes to her life to focus on positivity. This Week on Why I Social, Ahna and I discuss: The ...
Episode 57 - Ryan Pena (@iRyanPena)
January 12, 2016 11:00 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBRyan Pena (@iRyanPena) is Social Media Manager at MentorMate and MobCon. He previously served as Senior Social Media Specialist at Capella University. He's an experienced speaker who leverages his work experience to share actionable items at conferences like Social Media Strategies Summit. His experience in social media and mobile lends to a great conversation around such topics - but his personal story/personality is what has allowed me to grow a professional and personal friendship. wit...
Episode 56 - Tyler Anderson (@tylerjanderson)
January 05, 2016 11:30 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBWe kick off 2016 with the Founder of Casual Fridays and Executive Producer of Social Media Day San Diego, Tyler Anderson. Tyler leads a growing company based on San Diego and has worked with other major events, such as the Super Bowl. Like previous guest, Scott Stratten, he speaks to the value of focus and niche marketing. Beyond his professional life, Tyler is a father and enjoys living in the San Diego area. He's also something near and dear to my heart, a podcaster. You can learn more ...
Episode 55 - Carrie Kerpen (@CarrieKerpen)
December 29, 2015 11:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBCarrie Kerpen is the CEO of Likeable Media and the host of the All The Social Ladies Podcast. Her podcast has included guests ranging from author Ann Handley to Carmen Shirkey Collins (of Cisco) and features some of the most influential women in business today. It's safe to say it's a can't miss podcast (lady or gentleman!). It's worth noting that her spouse, Dave Kerpen of Likeable Local, was a previous guest on the show. One of the coolest things about this podcast is hearing Carrie di...
Episode 54 - Nycole Hampton (@MsNycole)
December 22, 2015 10:22 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBNycole Hampton (@MsNycole) is a social media strategist at @ChooseChicago. She has a passion for all things Chicago and is the last of a trio of guests from a previous #socialroadtrip to Chicago this past summer with alumni Joel Renner. There's a ton to be impressed with from Nycole's resume - from managing her own freelance career alongside a full-time job - to her Instagram success leading the Choose Chicago accounts. She's also an active speaker speaking at events in and around the ci...
Episode 53 - Nick Cicero (@NickCicero)
December 15, 2015 10:30 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBNick Cicero (@NickCicero) is the CEO and founder of Delmondo, strategist at BRaVe Ventures and a podcaster. He previously was a co-host of the Social Pros Podcast in 2014 alongside Jay Baer and Jeffrey Rohrs. The list of Nick's accomplishments are too big to list everything but a few notable ones include helping Oprah put the first Instagram Video on TV, a two-time Addy Winner and a multiple time SXSW speaker. More importantly, Nick is active across social media creating conversation...