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The Trending Communicator
In today's hyper-accelerated communications world, keeping up means juggling reputation, brand building, crisis management, storytelling, and more while adapting to new technologies like generative AI. The Trending Communicator, hosted by Dan Nestle, is your guide through this chaotic landscape. This podcast dives into the challenges of PR, communications, and marketing today, with experts sharing real stories and strategies for overcoming those challenges and more. It's the perfect resource…
Episodes
The Trending CommunicatorWhy You Need to Practice Forensic Listening in a Crisis - with Adele Gambardella and Chip Massey
How do FBI hostage negotiation tactics link to public relations and corporate crisis management? And how can understanding both help you prove your value to…
The Trending CommunicatorThe Power of Discriminative AI for Precision in Communications - with Danny Gaynor
Generative AI may be the first form of artificial intelligence that we can all interact with directly, with no skill needed apart from the ability to write or…
The Trending CommunicatorToward an AI-Enabled Communications Profession - with Anne Green
Like it or not, Generative AI is becoming part of the communications toolkit. But unlike any technology that has preceded it, AI is able to perform tasks and…
The Trending CommunicatorHow Data and AI Can Help You Choose the Right Conferences - with Melanie Samba
Want to stop wasting time and money on conferences that don't impact your business growth? Imagine being able to select conferences that not only boost your…
The Trending CommunicatorUnderstanding the Neuroscience Behind Effective Communications - with Dr. Laura McHale
How do language and psychology impact leadership behavior and financial performance in organizations? Are we overlooking the influence of corporate language?…
The Trending CommunicatorWhy Every Communicator Needs to Think Faster and Talk Smarter - with Matt Abrahams
….and we’re back! Welcome to the first episode of The Trending Communicator. Dan Nestle reignites the airwaves with an electrifying new episode that will teach…
The Trending CommunicatorMeet the New Boss, Same As The Old Boss: Welcome to The Trending Communicator
Discover the surprising transformation of "The Dan Nestle Show" into "The Trending Communicator." Just when you thought you knew what to expect, Dan flips the…
The Trending CommunicatorAntisemitism In Our Time - A Dan Nestle Show Interlude
In this special episode, Dan shares his thoughts on the rapid rise in antisemitism in the weeks after Hamas brutally and barbarically murdered, maimed, raped…
The Trending Communicator114: How Emotion and Intuition are Powerful Career Tools with Sara McElroy
In this episode, Dan sits down with marketer, author, and two-time resigner turned bonafide career transition master Sara J. McElroy. Sara’s journey looks a…
The Trending Communicator113: How Communications Brings Purpose to Life with Michael Morris
In this episode, Dan reconnects with a former colleague and marketing communications collaborator, Michael Morris. A world traveler who has spent his career…
The Trending Communicator112: Emotion, Connection, and Trust in Marketing with Aaron Hassen
In this episode, Dan dives deep into some of his favorite topics with seasoned marketing pro, thought leader, podcaster, and fellow denizen of the RISE…
The Trending Communicator111: Leadership Evolved with Ken Jacobs
In this episode, Dan welcomes back legendary communicator, connector, and executive coach to the PR industry, Ken Jacobs, for his second appearance on the…
The Trending Communicator110: What Translators can Teach Us about AI and Tech with Bill Lafferty
In this episode, Dan welcomes translation and localization expert Bill Lafferty, the founder of Loc Navigator, a resource-rich newsletter that helps readers…
The Trending Communicator109: Find the Rocket Fuel for Your Career with Loren Greiff
In this episode, Dan connects with career strategist, ex-recruiter, host of the Career Blast in a Half podcast, and President of Portfoliorocket.com, Loren…
The Trending Communicator108: Breaking the Communications Career Template with David Albritton
In this episode, Dan connects with retired Navy officer, legendary communicator, speaker, leadership strategist, and coach David Albritton. The founder and CEO…
The Trending Communicator107: High-Velocity Digital Marketing with Steve Kahan
In this episode, Dan connects with Wall Street Journal bestselling author Steven Mark Kahan to discuss his latest book, High-Velocity Digital Marketing. An…
The Trending Communicator106: Learning to Speak the Language of B2B Marketing with Samantha Stone
In this episode, Dan connects with the founder of the Marketing Advisory Network, author of Unleash Possible, host of the Unleash Possible podcast, and most…
The Trending Communicator105: How to Survive Brand Adolescence with Evelyn Starr
In this episode, Dan connects with marketing strategist, researcher, author, and sought-after brand therapist Evelyn J. Starr, whose strategic insights have…
The Trending Communicator104: Authenticity vs. Sincerity with Dr. Tom Tonkin
In this episode, Dan connects with scholar and organizational and leadership development practitioner, Dr. Tom Tonkin, to discuss authenticity and sincerity in…
The Trending Communicator103: Unlocking Radical Business Transformation with John Davis
In this episode, Dan connects with prolific author, seasoned marketer, communicator, academic, and entrepreneur, John Davis. John has spent the last two…
The Trending Communicator102: What does it Take to be The Leader Whisperer with Carri Nicholson
In this episode, Dan connects with business strategist, executive coach, exit strategy specialist, and counselor to leaders in industry and government, Carri…
The Trending Communicator101: How Social Media Began with Community with Andrew Shuttleworth
In this week’s episode, Dan reunites with an old friend to talk about online and hybrid social media community building and its challenges of the past, present…
The Trending Communicator100: How to Become a Customer Champion - A Job to be Done with Ruth Hartt
For this very special milestone, the 100th episode of The Dan Nestle Show, Dan has the great honor to chat with Ruth Hartt, a classically trained opera singer…
The Trending Communicator99: Show Up and Build a Community with Valentina Escobar Gonzalez
In this episode, Dan connects with serial learner, social media trainer, speaker, and founder and owner of Beyond Engagement, Valentina Escobar-Gonzalez. Dan…
The Trending Communicator98: CommTech and the Evolution of Strategic Communications with Brittany Paxman
In this episode, Dan connects with leading thinker and practitioner in the emerging communications technology space and Founder of Point 600, Brittany Paxman…
The Trending Communicator97: Why Web3 and Community Go Together with Brian Piper
In this episode, Dan connects with seasoned content marketer, communicator, search engine optimization (SEO) expert, author, strategist, and Web3 speaker Brian…
The Trending Communicator96: How Intention Makes Long-Lasting Connections with Adrian Sasine
In this episode, Dan connects with one of the leaders of The Connective, a lifelong learner, marketing expert, entrepreneur, and self-proclaimed “business…
The Trending Communicator95: How Connections Fuel Customer Experience (CX) with Richard Shapiro
In this episode, Dan connects with a true architect of modern Customer Experience (CX) and a man who can claim more than most to be a relationship innovator…
The Trending Communicator94: Why Culture is at the Center of Business with Desh Urs
In this episode, Dan connects with business builder, data scientist, tech industry leader, and iBridge LLC co-founder and CEO Desh Urs to dive into leadership…
The Trending Communicator93: How Email Helps Brands Be More Human with Christina Hagopian
In this episode, Dan connects with creative director, entrepreneur, designer, and founder of Hagopian Ink, Christina Hagopian. With about two decades of…
The Trending Communicator92: Being a Connection Champion is Good for Business with Karena Bell
In this episode, Dan connects with IT project manager-turned-entrepreneur, Chief Connector of the Charleston chapter of The Connective, and CEO of Turtle Bay…
The Trending Communicator91: When A Lifelong Connector Becomes a Recruiter with Melissa Latham
In this episode, Dan connects with retail management expert, c-suite mentor, and founder of Global Recruiters of Lowcountry, Melissa Latham. Spending over…
The Trending Communicator090: Forging Meaning and Finding Purpose with James Benton
In the episode, Dan connects with US Army veteran, logistics expert, and creator of Meaning Forge, Jim Benton. As the name suggests, Jim is deeply concerned…
The Trending Communicator089: Integrity in the Face of Intimidation with Lisa Bowman
In this episode, Dan connects with award-winning marketer, public speaker and chair of the American Marketing Association’s ethics committee, Lisa Bowman. In…
The Trending Communicator088: Conversation Can Repair Your Elevator Pitch with Mike Verret
In this episode, Dan connects with marketing veteran, branding pro and official elevator pitch repairman Mike Verret. In Mike’s nearly three-decade career…
The Trending Communicator087: Mindset is a Muscle with Luke Harlan
In this episode, Dan connects with transformational coach and mindset master Luke Harlan. A former marketing executive, it took Luke a long time to give…
The Trending Communicator086: Taking Storytelling to New Levels with Adam Hertzog
In this episode, Dan connects with storyteller, media insider, creative entrepreneur, and fellow Penn Quaker, Adam Hertzog. A cable TV sports and entertainment…
The Trending Communicator085: Less Marketing, More Conversations with Brooke Sellas
In this episode, Dan connects with social media marketing leader, speaker, entrepreneur, advocate, customer service guru, and author, Brooke Sellas, to dig…
The Trending Communicator084: Lifelong Learning and the Relationship Mindset with Jon Keel
In this episode, Dan connects with a man who is the epitome of lifelong learning and reinvention. A one-time CEO who admits that despite great career success…
The Trending Communicator083: Self-Discovery Doesn't Come in a Package with Brad Levin
In this episode, Dan sits down with sales expert, entrepreneur, packaging innovator, and now Chief Connector of the Long Island chapter of The Connective, Brad…
The Trending Communicator082: Depth Over Volume: Succeeding on LinkedIn with Richard Moore
In this episode, Dan connects with UK-based entrepreneur, speaker, educator, trainer, and LinkedIn expert Richard Moore. As the founder of the LinkedIn Client…
The Trending Communicator081: Reinvention Mindset with Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva
In this episode, Dan can barely contain his excitement as he connects with author, educator, entrepreneur, TED talker, and reinvention guru Dr. Nadya…
The Trending Communicator080: The Thrive Architect with Dr. Susan Lovelle
In this episode, Dan connects with physician, lifestyle medicine practitioner, and wellness expert, the Thrive Architect, Dr. Susan Lovelle. A former ballerina…
The Trending Communicator079: Make It Don't Fake It with Sabrina Horn
In this episode, Dan has the privilege of connecting with award-winning CEO, leader, business builder, PR industry innovator and now best-selling author…
The Trending Communicator078: Fixing Brokenness to Build Purpose with Michael Lang
In this episode, Dan connects with investor, turnaround expert, entrepreneur, and healthcare leader, Michael Lang. Mike built a successful career in healthcare…
The Trending Communicator077: Why You Need a Career Toolkit with Mark Herschberg
In this episode, Dan connects with MIT-educated CTO, educator, cybersecurity expert, and author Mark Herschberg to discuss how to achieve career success. They…
The Trending Communicator076: The Creator is a Learner with Henry Schneider
In this episode, Dan connects with video producer, marketer, entrepreneur, and all-around creative soul Henry Schneider. Henry runs his own video production…
The Trending Communicator075: Be a Curiosity Magnet with Lee Kim
In this episode, Dan connects with human-centered problem solver, design thinker, LEGO Serious Play facilitator and creator of the Wearable Tracy pipe cleaner…
The Trending Communicator074: Defeat the Nonsense with Rob Turley
In this episode, Dan talks with Rob Turley, co-CEO of White Rabbit Intel, and a man on a very humble mission: to democratize advanced artificial intelligence…
The Trending Communicator073: Relationships Make Business Better with Niki Fielding
In this episode, Dan sits down with one of his heroes, a digital marketing expert, entrepreneur, prolific connector and builder of trust, the CEO of Digital…
The Trending Communicator072: Why Marketing Matters with Lauren Fast
In this episode, Dan connects with digital marketer, social media strategist, public speaker, storyteller, and content expert Lauren Fast, co-founder of Fast…
The Trending Communicator071: Fearless Pursuit of Imperfection with Ada Bowman
In this episode, Dan explores the origins of his podcasting adventure with one of the people who pushed him over the edge and into the air, the relentless…
The Trending Communicator070: Improvising Through Change with Avish Parashar
In this episode, Dan reconnects with keynote speaker, TED talker, corporate trainer, and improv podcaster Avish Parashar to stroll down memory lane and explore…
The Trending Communicator069: Conversations are Creation with Mary Kathryn Johnson
In this episode, Dan has a conversation about creating conversations (and much more) with the CEO and Founder of Messenger Funnels and Conversational Educator…
The Trending Communicator068: Life and Work Lessons from a LEGO Duck with Brandon Wetzstein
In this episode, Dan sits down with communication strategist, creativity and innovation specialist, organizational development trainer, and professional…
The Trending Communicator067: Story without Structure is Just Words with Park Howell
In this episode, Dan connects with the world's most industrious storyteller, Park Howell. As a teacher, author, entrepreneur, co-author (with Dr. Randy Olson)…
The Trending Communicator066: Chasing Success can Get You Lost with Deryl Sweeney
In this episode, Dan sits down with kindred spirit and fellow champion of curiosity, Deryl Sweeney. A successful entrepreneur who has built and sold successful…
The Trending Communicator065: Ikigai Could Be Your Secret Sauce with Kasia
In this episode, Dan connects with Japan expert and founder of Ikigai Connections and Nihongojobs.com, the multilingual, multi-talented Kasia. A self-described…
The Trending Communicator064: All Paths Lead to PR with Gerry Corbett
In this episode, Dan has the great honor of exploring the life and career of PR legend and founder and CEO of Silicon Valley consultancy Redphlag, Gerry…
The Trending Communicator063: Be Relentless in Success and Failure with Joe Mindak
In this episode, Dan sits down with serial entrepreneur, raconteur, and relentless connector, Joe Mindak. As Connector in Chief for exclusive business…