Veteran adtech reporter Ronan Shields from Digiday joins Greg MacDonald and Geoff Wolinetz to explore leadership in advertising, media, and technology. The conversation covers Ronan's career journey as a journalist across three continents, insights on the relationship between media and industry figures, and the essential role of fact-checking in digital journalism. Ronan also talks about the potential benefits and challenges posed by AI in journalism.
01:00 Ronan's Global Journey in Journalism
01:45 Navigating Media and Industry Dynamics
05:59 The Role of Journalism in Shaping Leadership
09:12 Engagement and Storytelling in Journalism
12:44 Notable Leaders in Media and Tech
15:26 The Role of Fact-Checking in Digital Media
17:22 The Influence of Corporate Communications
21:01 The Impact of AI on Journalism
22:29 Leadership Trends in the Media Industry
23:59 The Role of CEOs in Shaping Company Culture
This episode was recorded at Podstream Studios in New York City.
