Episode 355: Doug Simon, CEO of D S Simon Media, talks with Portia Young, Director of Corporate Public Relations at Sargento, about how AI is changing newsrooms. She discusses how organizations can strengthen trust and authenticity by consistently leading with their values. They also explain why storytelling and earned media remain the foundation of public relations.
Episode 354: Mike Bako, Executive Vice President at D S Simon Media, shares key findings from Part 2 of our 2026 TV News Producers Report series, Understanding the Evolving Media Landscape. Download the report: https://www.dssimon.com/understanding-the-evolving-media-landscape-report/
Episode 353: Will Reese, Chief Innovation Officer at Inizio Evoke, and Theresa Dolge, Chief Media Relations Officer at Inizio Evoke, join Doug Simon, CEO of D S Simon Media, to discuss how GEO is reshaping the earned media landscape. They explore the important role local media plays in building trust and fostering community engagement. Theresa and Will also share strategies for strengthening brand reputation and visibility in AI-driven search results.
Episode 352: Allyson Park, Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer at Walmart, joins Doug Simon, CEO of D S Simon Media, for a conversation on leadership, continuous learning, and building a career with purpose in today’s rapidly evolving environment. Drawing on her experience helping lead communications for one of the world’s largest companies, Allyson shares perspectives on the importance of creating a culture where people can learn in every direction. She also discusses…
Episode 351: Megan Kessler, Chief of Integrated Marketing and Strategy for PAN Communications, talks to Doug Simon, CEO of D S Simon Media, about why some companies appear in less than 5% of AI-generated answers. Megan explains how earned and owned media work together to improve visibility. They also discuss how communications teams can take a more proactive role in shaping brand perception.
Episode 350: Shira Fine, Partner and Head of Strategic Communications at Bryson Gillette, joins Doug Simon, CEO of D S Simon Media, to discuss why it’s important to learn how to build tools with AI. She shares examples of tools her team has built and how they improve efficiency. The conversation also explores what seasoned communicators can learn from younger generations about adapting to new technology.