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The Brandinc PR Podcast
The Brandinc PR Podcast is your go-to source for insights and strategies from top entrepreneurs, business leaders, and industry experts. Hosted by Brandi Sims, this podcast dives into real-world success stories, actionable tips, and the latest trends to help you grow your brand and business. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a business professional, or just passionate about making an impact, each episode offers valuable takeaways to fuel your success.
Episodes
The Brandinc PR PodcastAcross the Pond & On the Record: Media Training Secrets with UK PR Powerhouse Guy Clapperton
What happens when a top-tier UK journalist-turned-media-trainer drops 30+ years of press wisdom on the mic? You press record—and take notes. This week on The…
The Brandinc PR PodcastHow This Is DeLaCruz Is Flipping the Script on Live Music Storytelling
Who really makes the magic happen on tour? Spoiler alert: it’s not just the people on stage. In this episode of the Brandinc PR Podcast, host Brandi Sims chats…
The Brandinc PR PodcastHow Dugout Mugs Scored $50M in Sales with Bold Branding & Social Proof: A Conversation with CEO Kris Dehnert
What does it take to turn a simple idea—like drinking out of a baseball bat—into a multi-million dollar brand? This week on The Brandinc PR Podcast, host…
The Brandinc PR PodcastFrom Trailblazer to Legacy Builder: Monique A.J. Smith on Leading Loud in Sports & Life”
How do you lead when you’re the first — and often the only one — in the room? In this powerful episode of the Brandinc PR Podcast, Brandi Sims sits down with…
The Brandinc PR PodcastPR Royalty & Franchise Reality with Aquila Mendez-Valdez of Haute in Texas
This episode of the Brandinc PR Podcast features a conversation with Aquila Mendez-Valdez, Founder and CEO of Haute in Texas, the award-winning PR and…
The Brandinc PR PodcastFrom Ballots to Vows: How Brian Franklin Turned Political Strategy into the Ultimate Love Story Business
What do presidential campaigns, power ballads, and wedding speeches have in common? Brian Franklin. In this episode, Brandi chats with the multi-hyphenate…
The Brandinc PR PodcastFrom Stage to Stream: What the 2025 AMAs Taught Us About PR
The red carpet was hot, the performances were 🔥—but the real story? How the American Music Awards are changing the PR game. In this episode, Brandi breaks down…
The Brandinc PR PodcastBots in Blazers: Is AI Making PR Smarter or Just Louder?
Is AI the new PR assistant we never knew we needed… or the reason journalists are ghosting your pitches? In this bold mini-episode, Brandi Sims breaks down the…
The Brandinc PR PodcastYou Are the Media: Gresham Harkless Jr. on Going from Invisible to Irresistible
Tired of feeling like your brand’s playing hide and seek with success? This week, we’re chopping it up with THEGresham “Gresh” Harkless Jr.—the genius behind…
The Brandinc PR PodcastThe 3 Biggest PR Myths (and What To Do Instead)
Think you need to be famous, have an event, or already have media buzz to land press? Think again. In this episode, I’m breaking down the 3 biggest myths about…
The Brandinc PR PodcastBeer, Boardrooms & Box of Chocolates: Dayna Adelman on PR Adventures You Can’t Predict (But Will Definitely Laugh About)
What do Forrest Gump, corporate boardrooms, and global beer brands have in common? Honestly… more than you’d think. In this episode of The Brandinc PR Podcast…
The Brandinc PR PodcastFrom Brain Tumors to Backstage Passes: The Wild Ride of Benjamin Shrader
What do Wiz Khalifa, a golf ball-sized brain tumor, and social media concert wizardry have in common? Benjamin Shrader. In this electric episode of The…
The Brandinc PR PodcastPR Lessons from The White Lotus: Crisis, Chaos & Curated Personas
Grab your sunscreen and your media statements—because we’re diving deep into the drama-filled waters of The White Lotus Season 3 In this solo episode, I’m…
The Brandinc PR PodcastFrom Coca Cola to Cracker Barrel: How Tracy Tilson Built a PR Empire — And a National Holiday!
She’s the powerhouse behind PR campaigns for Coke, Staples, Carrabba’s, and Cracker Barrel — and that’s just the appetizer. Tracy Tilson, President & Founder…
The Brandinc PR PodcastGet Uncomfortable or Go Home: Kelvin Abrams on Building Businesses with Grit, Heart, and Hustle
What does it really take to be an entrepreneur? Spoiler alert: It’s not just passion — it’s grit, heart, and a whole lot of uncomfortable moments. In this…
The Brandinc PR PodcastCrisis? What Crisis? Mastering PR Like a Pro with Ryan McCormick
If your brand is caught in a media storm, do you A) hide under a rock, B) tweet something you’ll regret, or C) call Ryan McCormick? (Hint: It’s always C!) On…
The Brandinc PR PodcastMarketing Magic: Strategic Brilliance with Alesha Henley
What do Blue Cross Blue Shield, Rust-Oleum, Orbitz, and AT&T have in common? Besides being household names, they’ve all had the Midas touch of marketing maven…
The Brandinc PR PodcastFrom E! to Everywhere: Larry Namer’s Billion-Dollar Media Playbook
Ever wonder how E! Entertainment became the powerhouse of pop culture? We’re sitting down with the legend himself—Larry Namer, co-founder of E! and the…
The Brandinc PR PodcastFrom Velvet Ropes to Viral Brands: Connor Treacy’s Playbook for PR, Nightlife, and Next-Level Entrepreneurship
What do A-list nightclubs, platinum-selling artists, and venture-backed startups have in common? A killer brand strategy—and Connor Treacy knows exactly how to…
The Brandinc PR PodcastPR x SEO: Boosting Your Brand’s Visibility with Stephany Kaufman
In this episode of The Brandinc PR Podcast, we’re diving into the powerful intersection of PR and SEO with Stephany Kaufman, founder of UPBEAT, a creative &…
The Brandinc PR PodcastWhen Sports and Scandals Collide: The Ethics of Crisis PR
What happens when a sports organization steps into a PR crisis that isn’t their own? In this episode of The Brandinc PR Podcast, we dive into the recent…
The Brandinc PR PodcastMastering PR Success: Resilience, Trends & Collaboration with Petrona Joseph
In this episode of The Brandinc PR Podcast, we sit down with Petrona Joseph, founder and publicist of Twenty-Six Comms, to explore the evolving world of PR and…
The Brandinc PR PodcastBreaking Barriers: Mental Health, Racism, and Resilience with Nikki Adebiyi
In this powerful episode of The Brandinc PR Podcast, we sit down with Nikki Adebiyi, Founder and Director of Bounce Black, to discuss the intersection of…
The Brandinc PR PodcastFrom the White House to Top 1% Podcast: Peter Woolfolk on Navigating PR’s Evolution
In this captivating episode of The Brandinc PR Podcast, Brandi Sims sits down with Peter Woolfolk, President & Founder of Communications Strategies and host of…
The Brandinc PR PodcastFrom Battlefield to Boardroom, Dr. Kristy Taylor on Redefining Leadership & Career Growth
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Dr. Kristy Taylor, a trailblazer who transitioned from a distinguished military career to becoming a sought-after…
The Brandinc PR PodcastMeta’s Moderation Shake-Up: What It Means for Brands and PR
Meta is shaking things up—removing fact-checking and loosening content rules across its platforms. In this episode, we break down what Zuckerberg’s bold move…
The Brandinc PR PodcastTop 5 PR Trends to Watch in 2025: Stay Ahead of the Game!
In this episode of The Brandinc PR Podcast, we’re breaking down the top 5 PR trends that will dominate 2025. From journalists pivoting to content creators and…
The Brandinc PR PodcastKickstarting Your PR Goals for 2025
In this episode of The Brandinc PR Podcast, we dive into the essential steps to set your PR goals for 2025. We’ll start by auditing 2024—highlighting what…
The Brandinc PR PodcastBreaking Down Jay-Z’s Response to the Allegations Tied to Diddy: The Good, the Bad, and the Unspoken
In this episode, we dive into Jay-Z’s response to the sexual assault allegations tied to Diddy, analyzing the highs and lows of his public handling. From the…
The Brandinc PR PodcastFrom Scroll to Sale: How Social Media Became the #1 Purchase Driver
Did you know social media has officially overtaken TV as the top purchase motivator? In this episode, we unpack the findings from DISQO’s latest Consumer…
The Brandinc PR PodcastWicked Genius: Unmasking the Magic of Brand Rollouts
In Episode 7, we pull back the curtain on the dazzling brand rollout of Wicked! Dive into the enchanting lessons from partnerships with Bloomingdales, Lush…
The Brandinc PR PodcastNavigating Digital Disruption: AI Pros & Cons, Twitter Mass Unfollow, and the TikTok Ban
In this thought-provoking episode of the Brandinc PR Podcast, Brandi Sims dives into the listener-requested topics shaping the digital landscape. Explore the…
The Brandinc PR PodcastFrom Summer Jam to Main Character Energy: Tiffany Knighten’s PR Journey and Entrepreneurial Wisdom
In this episode of The Brandinc PR Podcast, Brandi Sims sits down with powerhouse Tiffany Knighten, PR expert and creator of the Main Character Energy podcast…
The Brandinc PR PodcastThe Power of a Great Media Kit
In this episode of The Brandinc PR Podcast, host Brandi Sims breaks down the essentials of a standout media kit and why it's a game-changer for brand…
The Brandinc PR PodcastBig Brands vs. Small Businesses: Navigating the PR Landscape with Brandi Sims
In this episode of The Brandinc PR Podcast, host Brandi Sims dives into the unique PR strategies that separate big brands from small businesses. From budget…
The Brandinc PR PodcastRising Through Adversity: The Grit Behind Creative Leadership with Gerard Longo
In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Gerard Longo—cancer survivor, former football player, and founder of Underground Music Collective…
The Brandinc PR PodcastMastering Social Strategy: PR Insights from Courtney Moore-Adoteye with Top Brands in Finance, Auto, and Tech
In this episode, we sit down with Courtney Moore-Adoteye, a seasoned PR professional with experience leading social media and DE&I initiatives for major brands…