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The Business of JoyAre We Measuring the Joy Out of Restaurants? | With Melissa Doolin KoehneThe restaurant industry is under pressure: rising costs, labor challenges, tighter margins, and more data than ever before. But what if some of the tools meant to help are stripping away what matters most?JOYIn this episode of The Business of Joy, Lisa W. Miller sits down with restaurant industry leader Melissa Doolin Koehne to explore the tension operators are facing right now: how to protect culture, people, and purpose while navigating an unforgiving business environment.Melissa brings decades of experience - from her early days at Carl’s Jr to leadership roles at Bl...
2026-02-1046 min
The Friday ReporterWar Room to Board RoomThis Week on The Friday Reporter Lisa welcomes Alex Conant, Founding Partner at Firehouse Strategies — a veteran communications strategist whose career has taken him from the halls of Capitol Hill to the highest levels of presidential politics.Alex shares insights from his years as Communications Director for Senator Marco Rubio and as National Press Secretary during Rubio’s presidential campaign, reflecting on how political communication has evolved in the modern media environment. From campaign war rooms to corporate boardrooms, Alex’s perspective bridges the gap between strategy, storytelling and the speed of today’s digital news cycle.Tog...
2025-10-3131 min
Buddhist Psychology PodcastCultivating Profound FearlessnessBuddhism says that humans must be fearless to live in a world often ruled by ignorance and afflictive emotions. This episode explicates a type of fearlessness borne from wise view, wise intention, non-referential compassion, and wise action. This fearlessness is critical for any Buddhist practitioner engaged in resistance and protest to protect our democracy from autocrats and would-be dictators.Join the conversation on the Integrative Psychotherapy Substack. For more information on Lisa Dale Miller’s clinical work visit her website This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other su...
2025-09-0829 min
The Friday ReporterIn the Lobby with Nat WieneckeThis week on In the Lobby with The Friday Reporter, Lisa is joined by Nat Wienecke, president of Conscience Point Consulting and longtime D.C. power player with a reputation for getting things done — and doing them the right way. From his years on Capitol Hill and in the executive branch to his leadership at a major trade association, Nat has built a career around trust, strategy, and service.Lisa and Nat dive into how the best advocacy starts with listening, how to build relationships that last beyond any one issue, and why Washington needs more people wh...
2025-07-2930 min
Buddhist Psychology PodcastVirtuous ActivismVirtuous conduct is not contrary to making change happen or protesting. Buddhist psychology has a recipe for skillfully navigating distress and impending loss by calling out injustice and wrongdoing from the principles of wisdom and compassion. Lisa discusses how to manage the current onslaught of chaos with purposeful coping and virtuous activism.Join the conversation on the Integrative Psychotherapy Substack. For more information on Lisa Dale Miller’s clinical work visit her website This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, vi...
2025-04-2914 min
Buddhist Psychology PodcastCo-creating An Intentional EndingBecause psychotherapy is mostly a relational undertaking ending psychotherapy well is very important. I am a big fan of intentional endings. This episode describes what makes an ending intentional and how to successfully co-create one with a patient.Join the conversation on the Integrative Psychotherapy Substack. For more information on Lisa Dale Miller’s clinical work visit her website. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lisadalemiller.substack.com
2025-03-1614 min
Buddhist Psychology PodcastEmptiness and Identity ConfusionThis episode explores two fundamental Buddhist psychological concepts—emptiness and identity confusion. While most clinicians think emptiness is ‘feeling empty’, it is actually a profound doorway to radically understand self and world as it truly is. Surprisingly, the Buddha had a lot to say about identity and identity confusion and often pointed out how human minds fixate on identity in ways that largely serve to separate us from each other.Join the conversation on the Integrative Psychotherapy Substack. For more information on Lisa Dale Miller’s clinical work visit her website. This is a public e...
2025-02-2214 min
The Friday ReporterTruth Telling and Good PeopleRoger Fisk is a global communications and marketing strategist who brings the hard-earned lessons of the Obama and Biden campaigns to private sector challenges around the world.Today, he joins Lisa for a conversation about how a simple volunteer role on a campaign evolved into a distinguished career in politics. As a frequent counterpoint to Lisa’s perspective, these two former staffers swap stories on how their experiences translate to consulting in today’s Washington, D.C.Tune in for insights into Roger’s communications expertise, his global outlook, and a shared appreciation for the distri...
2025-02-2131 min
Buddhist Psychology PodcastActivist Buddhist PsychologyLisa invites clinicians to join her on the activist side of Buddhist psychology. Western psychotherapy has never been big on collective healing. A large methodological defect left unaddressed for a century or more. The frightening changes happening around the world demand psychotherapists renounce complacency, convention, denial and cowardice, and commit to sustained social activism. This deluded world needs us to become warriors for clarity, tolerance, and collective care. To devote our work to rooting out delusion wherever it arises and fearlessly light the lamp of non-suffering in a world of dark, intense suffering.Join the conversation on...
2025-02-1615 min
Buddhist Psychology PodcastThe End of DoubtThis episode employs Buddhist psychology to explore doubt and its archrival, discerning wisdom. The Buddha conceptualized doubt as one of five mental hindrances and discerning wisdom as the realization of suchness, actuality devoid of all doubt.Here is the link to read Lisa’s chapter on negative self-cherishing. Join the conversation on the Integrative Psychotherapy Substack. For more information on Lisa Dale Miller’s clinical work visit her website. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lisadalemiller.subs...
2025-02-1017 min
Buddhist Psychology PodcastBeing SkillfulFour days into Trump 2.0 none of his folly and chaos is surprising. On the other hand, watching America’s democracy morph into an autocratic oligarchy is horrifying and deeply disturbing. This episode is a wakeup call to every American. Lisa describes a path for being skillful in the midst of unskillfulness. That path requires letting go of hope and fear, and instead, acting ethically, compassionately, and wisely as best we are able. Doing so will make a huge difference in a country where such values are quickly fading away.Join the conversation on the Integrative Psychotherapy Substack. Fo...
2025-01-2511 min
Buddhist Psychology PodcastSurviving Extreme LossThis episode is dedicated to all those in Los Angeles who have lost so much. The magnitude and rapidity of destruction is incomprehensible and painfully real. The Four Reflections and compassion practice can help in times of extreme shock and loss.This episode is not an antidote to that pain nor a healing salve. It is an attempt to communicate how we can meet life as it actually is… with all its tenuousness, fragility, impermanence and unpredictability. Buddhist philosophy and psychology have a fundamental set of tenets about human existence described beautifully in what is known as th...
2025-01-1022 min
Buddhist Psychology PodcastHuman goodness in psychotherapyWhat role should cultivating human goodness play in psychotherapy? Buddhist psychology asserts that virtuous conduct is essential for achieving a truly happy life. Yet clinicians shy away from discussing what is goodness and how to cultivate it. Lisa discusses how it benefits patients to engage in this inquiry and offers steps to skillfully accomplish it.Here is the link to the Groundless Ground Podcast episode on Kindness Join the conversation on the Integrative Psychotherapy Substack. For more information on Lisa Dale Miller’s clinical work visit her website. This is a public ep...
2025-01-0514 min
Buddhist Psychology PodcastFierce CompassionFierce compassion is the very heart of any skillful compassionate response to human suffering. Lisa Dale Miller describes the Buddhist psychological view of what fierce compassion actually is, and is not, and then guides us in a brief, but highly effective compassion meditation. Join the conversation on the Integrative Psychotherapy Substack. For more information on Lisa’s clinical work visit her website.All the best to you and yours for a happy and healthy New Year! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to...
2024-12-2624 min
The Business of JoyEpisode 19: Emily Williams KnightHost Lisa W. Miller is joined by Emily Knight, President and CEO of the Texas Restaurant Association. In this episode, you'll hear how Emily's early experiences, from mucking stables to excelling in sports, shaped her into the fearless advocate she is today, giving her the grit and love of teamwork to make a real difference.Discover Emily's plans to continue fighting for the industry through key legislative initiatives. This conversation is a testament to the power of passion, integrity, and a relentless commitment to serving others, even in the face of adversity.
2024-08-1326 min
The Business of JoyEpisode 16: Brad WilliamsHost Lisa W. Miller is joined by Brad Williams, President of Dallas College El Centro Campus and Vice Chancellor of Operations. From his small-town roots to big-city impact, Brad emphasizes the importance of creating personalized experiences that empower students and foster lifetime connections. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, he emphasizes the need to truly listen to students and understand their unique goals and learning styles.Tune in as we uncover the secrets to delivering memorable higher education experiences in a rapidly changing world. This is a conversation you won't want to miss.
2024-07-2336 min
The Business of JoyEpisode 14: David McKillipsWhat's it like to lead a company where every day is a joyful celebration? In this episode, host Lisa W. Miller speaks with David McKillips, CEO of Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza. You’ll get to hear about his inspiring journey from an hourly college worker at SeaWorld to leading the largest family entertainment brand in the world! In this conversation, we delve into his fearless navigation of the pandemic, his commitment to being a player's coach for his team, and debunk a few misconceptions about teenage employees.
2024-07-0233 min
The Business of JoyEpisode 13: Cheryl Whiting-KishHost Lisa W. Miller is joined by Cheryl Whiting-Kish, the President and Founder of Define Consulting! In this episode, Cheryl shares her journey: starting at Burger King at a young age, working her way up to the C-suite, and her tenure as Chief People Officer at HOA. We discuss into the valuable lessons learned from starting her own business, insights and perspectives on recent industry trends, and so much more.
2024-06-2523 min
The Business of JoyEpisode 12: Doug WillmarthHost Lisa W. Miller is joined by Doug Willmarth, President of Mooyah. Doug has had an incredible and inspiring journey! After spending the first 10 years of his career as a Navy helicopter pilot, he transitioned into leadership roles at powerhouse brands like Kraft Foods, Pepsico/FritoLay, Pizza Hut, Wingstop, and more. In this episode, you’ll get to hear how his experience as a naval aviator molded his approach to business leadership, how he pushes innovation while maintaining brand authenticity and positioning, and the incredible role joy plays in the guest experience!
2024-06-1822 min
The Business of JoyEpisode 11: Carin StutzHost Lisa W. Miller is joined by Carin Stutz, an industry legend who has experience in leadership roles at companies like Cosi, Brinker, Red Robin, McAlisters, Wendy's, Applebees and more. Carin shares both invaluable lessons learned about the industry and insights into what she believes the future may hold.
2024-06-1131 min
The Business of JoyEpisode 10: Rose KaurHost Lisa W. Miller is joined by Rose Kaur, marketing/brand story guru and managing partner of Jester & Genius. In this episode, Lisa and Rose discuss Rose's backstory growing up in India, how struggles can lead to unintended positive consequences, and how the ideas of "timeless" and "timely" work in conjunction to propel a brand.
2024-05-2839 min
The Friday ReporterBridging the Intersection of News & OpinionRichard Just is managing editor for long form for News of the United States and head of the Albritton Journalism Institute's Admissions process. He joins Lisa today in advance of announcing the second (ever) class for the AJI.With a magazine background, Richard takes us into the process of developing and delivering journalism that is not on the usual breaking news track -- rather at the intersection of news and opinion, as he explains.Tune in today to hear more about his role at this amazing new opportunity for journalism students, their exciting news platform and how they're...
2024-05-2423 min
The Business of JoyEpisode 9: Anna MintoHost Lisa W. Miller is joined by Anna Minto, founder of Transformational Change as well as You Are Possible, which provide customized coaching and executive advisory services, motivational workshops, and inspirational speaking for Fortune 500 companies and professional services firms.Her background includes a Harvard MBA, multiple International Coaching Federation certifications and 17 years with The Boston Consulting Group, including as a Managing Director & Partner.Anna’s passion is to empower senior executive women to thrive in fast-paced environments. She is also the author of Maternity Magic, a tool for empowerment and discovery when planning for and re...
2024-05-2124 min
The Business of JoyEpisode 8: Larry LavineHost Lisa W. Miller is joined by Larry Lavine, founder of Chili's. In this episode, Lisa and Larry discuss the importance of culture in the early days of Chili’s, some of the things we are most excited about around the industry, dive into our passions and so much more.
2024-05-1422 min
The Business of JoyEpisode 7: Mike ArcherHost Lisa W. Miller is joined by Mike Archer, CEO of Lou Malnati's. In this conversation, Lisa and Mike discuss differences between selling a product, a concept, and a brand, how relationships and culture can fuel lasting business growth, the benefits of controlling omni-channel and more.
2024-05-0727 min
The Business of JoyEpisode 6: Ricky RichardsonHost Lisa W. Miller is joined by Ricky Richardson, CEO of Eggs Up Grill. In this conversation, Lisa and Ricky discuss Ricky’s pandemic-inspired mantra of survive, sustain, and grow and how it applies today, the value of finding your brand’s north star, the benefits of franchise-driven businesses, and so much more.
2024-04-3027 min
The Business of JoyEpisode 5: John CywinskiHost Lisa W. Miller is joined by John Cywinski, CEO of QDOBA and Modern Market Eatery. In this conversation, Lisa and John discuss some of the lessons learned from Covid, the growth of off premise vs. the value of dining rooms, and the unintended consequences the pandemic had on the youth in America.
2024-04-1728 min
The Friday ReporterEmpowering Sports and Athletes on the Global Stage -- with Beth SidhuWith an extraordinary career of anticipating trends in marketing, Beth Sidhu is now chief brand and communications officer for Stagwell. She joins Lisa today for a conversation about important trends in business and the culture of sports -- as she plans to deliver a second successful year of Sport Beach at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.Beth's career has been truly at the intersection of business, news and politics and is well-known inside the beltway as a true visionary. She shares her pathway through media driven events, elevated brand engagement at an authentic level and the power...
2024-04-1227 min
The Business of JoyEpisode 4: Starlette JohnsonHost Lisa W. Miller is joined by Starlette Johnson who offers a unique board perspective. In this conversation, Lisa and Starlette discuss the tension between traditional retention goals and the need for more freedom, the process of quantifying joy, and the risks of shrinking dining rooms.
2024-04-0921 min
The Business of JoyEpisode 3: Barry McGowanHost Lisa W. Miller is joined by Barry McGowan, restaurant industry veteran and CEO of Fogo de Chão. In this conversation, Lisa and Barry discuss Barry’s upbringing in the restaurant industry, the importance of delivering joy, and how culinary knives are for more than just cutting.
2024-04-0225 min
The Business of JoyEpisode 2: Jack GibbonsHost Lisa W. Miller is joined by Jack Gibbons, the restaurant mastermind behind amazing chef-led restaurant concepts such as Ida Claire, Haywire, and Mexican Sugar. After starting his career at Pappas Restaurants as a waiter, Jack now serves as CEO of FB Society. In this conversation, Lisa and Jack discuss why dining rooms matter, the challenges of scaling, the perks of working in the restaurant industry and so much more.
2024-03-2622 min
The Business of JoyEpisode 1: Robin BlanchetteHost Lisa W. Miller is joined by CEO of Norton Creative, Robin Blanchette. In this episode, Robin shares her perspective on the creative challenges facing agencies today and a simple truth that is the core of her team’s success. Plus, you’ll hear why volunteering is foundational to who she is and what it was like starting her own company.
2024-03-1920 min
The Friday ReporterIt's Not About Intelligence -- with Emily HanfordEmily Hanford is senior producer and correspondent for APM Reports. She's the host of the hit podcast, "Sold a Story," the second most shared show on Apple Podcasts in 2023 and Time Magazine top THREE podcasts of the year joins Lisa today for a conversation reading instruction.Her entire career has been dedicated to public radio -- much to her English degree's surprise -- and has really made a tremendous name for herself. While her hit podcast launched at a time when parents, educators and the world was curious about the effect of the pandemic on today's students, it's proven...
2024-02-2336 min
The Friday ReporterLook to the States for CluesPatrick Wohl is a Washington, D.C. political professional and author of an insightful new book -- Down Ballot, How a Local Campaign Became a National Referendum on Abortion.Today, Lisa and Patrick unpack how an Illinois state primary ignited a national conversation about abortion, while also setting a precedent for counting electoral ballots -- without giving up too much about this smart new book. Patrick also offers a window into the process of writing and having a book published. Tune in today and download your copy of Down Ballot!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
2024-01-1932 min
The Friday ReporterNo Certainty in PoliticsMark Penn is the Chairman and CEO of Stagwell, Inc., but also a best selling author and former advisor to U.S. Presidents, prime ministers and so much more. He joins Lisa today from CES, one of the biggest tech trade shows in the world. Penn shares his early love for polling, the needle corporations must thread in these dicey political times, and even a story about how he almost got tossed out of school early on his political path. At the start of a very busy election season, this conversation was so appreciated and insightful. Tune in...
2024-01-1232 min
The Friday ReporterThe Trial and Error Approach - with Sarakshi RaiEvan at a very young age in Mumbai, Sarakshi Rai knew her path was journalism. From watching her father produce a magazine to interning for numerous publications, her passion was pure and has secured her upon a super impressive path.The Hill's Director of Audience and Social Media visits with Lisa today to talk through her own literal journey to the busy news town of Washington, D.C. She shares some insight into successful audience capture and how important it is for her team to take a trail and error approach to success. Listen in today to learn more...
2023-12-1528 min
The Friday ReporterEveryone Can Be RightJade Davis is the co-founder and chief strategy officer for Thornton Buckeye Group in Cleveland, OH. He started the firm with his wife Crystal nearly a decade ago - and has turned his attention to growing this business that is connecting people in state and across the country.As senior vice president at the Port of Cleveland, Jade oversaw public affairs and energy policy while witnessing record economic growth at this important trade port in the U.S. Though a lifetime of hard work and tremendous experience, Jade was proud to bring prosperity back to his hometown community....
2023-11-1734 min
The Friday ReporterSpecial Episode on Warrior Call Day -- with Frank LarkinFrank Larkin is a national advocate for veterans suicide prevention and traumatic brain injury research. As a former Navy Seal himself with a long and decorated career in the U.S. Secret Service and as U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms, Frank joins Lisa today to raise awareness for an organization near and dear to his heart.Frank shares his own personal story about the loss of his own son, Ryan, and how the efforts of families affected like his are truly making a difference in how we continue to honor and serve our veterans after their service has...
2023-11-1124 min
The Friday ReporterSpelling, Grammar and Lobbying 101Jennifer Johnson joins Lisa today for a fresh conversation about lobbying, Capitol Hill and the importance of spelling and grammar - above all else.Jennifer's remarkable dedication to her clients and her causes has delivered a rare legislative win in a divided government - and a tumultuous political environment - and she counts her good reputation and her best practices for that victory.Listen in today to hear more about the behind the scenes of a lobbyist's work and why loyalty to your home state can lead to some of the most remarkable experiences.Learn more about...
2023-07-1435 min
The Friday ReporterBattleground '24, Politics and Philly Foods - with Chris BrennanChris Brennan is a political writer and columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer, authoring his gossipy-style Clout newsletter and breaking down all the news from the Commonwealth. Hat tip to Jonathan Tamari for nominating him!With a long family lineage that heralds from the City of Brotherly Love, Chris Brennan breaks down the nuances of Pennsylvania politics with Lisa for today's episode. With all reports that the road to the White House will run through his state, this political journalism legend is keeping very busy.Luckily, he found thirty minutes to talk about his career, his killer network of...
2023-07-0727 min
The Friday ReporterMission-Driven Media - with Amy HarderAmy Harder is executive editor of Cipher (which means ZERO) a mission-driven news outlet for Breakthrough Energy. With Bill Gates at the head of the organization, Breakthrough Energy’s aim is to inspire the world to develop and scale the critical solutions we need to reach net-zero emissions—so everyone can enjoy affordable, abundant clean energy.And there is no journalist better to lead this remarkable effort than the amazing Amy Harder. With journalism in her sights from an early age, Amy has worked for some of the biggest and well-regarded news outlets in the U.S. She's been at the h...
2023-03-3126 min
The Friday ReporterLearn Something New Everyday with Andrew SnortonToday's guest is Andrew Snorton, the founder of Creative Community Solutions, LLC - an exceptional umbrella organization that encompasses education, media and so many other important contributions. Andrew hosts a show in the Atlanta, GA region called The Conversation Corner where he highlights education, business and more -- he's also a four-time published author. His level of creativity is so tremendously admirable and inspiring. He credits the idea for his first book from his experience at the memorial services for Maya Angelou, but that's just the beginning of this amazing story. Join Lisa today to hear about Andrew Snorton and his...
2023-03-1729 min
The Friday ReporterBalancing Power Inside D.C. with Joe MathieuBloomberg's Washington Correspondent Joe Mathieu found his love for broadcast in his teenage years -- and it shows in the work he does everyday. Joining Lisa today, Joe shares how his award-winning career in local journalism informs what he does on the national stage. With an audience that is business-focused -- and maybe less interested in political theatrics -- Joe likes to deliver a Sound On playbook that catches us up on Washington and all that comes with it. Joe highlights some of the biggest stories he's covered, while also revealing a knack for guitar and sommelier-level wine knowledge. Listen in t...
2023-03-1025 min
The Friday ReporterIt Started in the Green Room -- with Karen FinneyToo many years ago to count, Lisa was introduced to her political counterpart and today's guest in the television green room -- Karen Finney. Let's just say, Lisa is better for the experience of working with Karen, because of how enjoyable it was to spar on the issues of the day.Today, Karen is a CNN political commentator, an advisor to democratic women candidates and both a public affairs and crisis communications expert. Her experience spans several Presidential campaigns, U.S. Senate races and so many others. Karen is known for her keen sense of politics and history, while also bei...
2023-03-0327 min
The Friday ReporterThe PR Day of Yes - with Dan KoisDan Kois is writer, editor and podcaster for Slate. With a beat that includes his interests and passions and a sense of humor about it all, Dan has been nominated numerous times for awards in the journalism space. It was his recent piece on accepting every PR pitch he got in a day that drew Lisa to contact him - https://slate.com/human-interest/2022/11/pr-publicist-emails-journalism-oof.html. Dan offers some insight into how journalists receive pitches, how often they're not relevant, and how being fully transparent about his PR Day of Yes led to some publicists diving right in -- while oth...
2022-12-1625 min
The Friday ReporterBooks, Publishing and Free Speech - Maris KreizmanHow many books does the books editor at Vulture read a week? You'll have to listen in today to hear from Maris Kreizman to find out for sure. In today's episode, Lisa visits with her childhood friend and host of The Maris Review, who has some insightful reflection on the power of free speech. With as many remarkable books in publication, it takes publicists knowing Maris' preference to get her attention about a new read -- much like a good PR person has to know who to pitch to land the story. Maris is a brilliant creative mind, a published auth...
2022-11-1829 min
The Friday ReporterWriting and Editing About the Modern Workplace -- Kathleen DavisIt's not by accident that Lisa invited Kate Davis from Fast Company to join the podcast today. The work that Kate and her team and generating are speaking to those of us in the workplace -- as if they're reading our minds. Kate is the Deputy Editor for Fast Company, along with hosting their weekly -- and ever evolving -- podcast platform. Additionally, Kate is the supervising editor for all Fast Company podcast -- including Creative Control, Most Innovative Companies, and World Changing Ideas. During today's episode, Kate tells us about Ambition Diaries, which is a miniseries about the approach to w...
2022-10-1427 min
The Friday ReporterDefending the Wearing of Hats - with Jim TankersleyJim Tankersley shares with Lisa about how his journalism career started and he recounts an early editorial assignment from middle school. When asked to defend something he believed in, Jim chose to defend the right to wear a baseball cap -- and his challenge of authority led to a meeting with the principal -- and a career was born. Today, Jim Tankersley is a White House correspondent for the New York Times keeping authority at the highest levels in check. Jim is most known for being a story teller and seeks out the real stories of Americans to illustrate complex eco...
2022-09-1627 min
The Friday ReporterBonded over Burpees - with Larry MillerWashington, D.C. is one of the best towns to network -- can you imagine working out next to an Emmy award winning journalist? Well, that's exactly how Lisa and Larry Miller got to talking about journalism. Today we learn about Larry's path in journalism that has resulted in numerous awards (including an Emmy and an Edward R. Murrow) and an enviable career. In just one example of his investigative work, Larry shares how he and his team uncovered systemic discrimination in the housing markets - and exposition that resulted in an historic bill signing at the White House. Larry sha...
2022-08-2631 min
The Friday ReporterThe Friday Reporter & The Locher RoomThis week, Lisa visits with Alan Locher the founder/CEO of The Locher Room. In 2020, Alan launched the YouTube series as a means to cheer people up -- and reintroduce them to their favorite daytime stars. The vision for this show was to cheer audiences, but has grown to over 300 episodes and has raised over $100k for important charities. Learn more about Alan and his uplifting show here -- www.thelocherroom.com.Alan's career started as a page for ABC-TV and brought him up through the Disney Company -- with a long and impressive resume of impressive and exciting opportunities. Toda...
2022-08-1931 min
The Friday ReporterPolitics, Cronyism and Pizza Pie w Dustin RacioppiReporting on New Jersey politics is never dull - especially in this mega political state where every year is an election. That's probably why Dustin Racioppi transitioned easily from his early career time in a Navy submarine to the Garden State battleground.Lisa was lucky to catch Dustin on primary election day 2022 from both Dustin and Lisa's hometown to zero in on the wild ride his career has taken - from Bridgegate to scandal at the SDA. Just this week, he announced his experience is taking him onto a larger territory as the newly appointed Atlantic Region politics and government ed...
2022-06-1024 min
The Friday ReporterChurch, The Bills & Tim Russert - with Leigh GiangrecoToday's episode is with freelance reporter, Buffalo native and Chicago resident Leigh Giangreco. Her love of journalism started in high school and has led her to a successful career in the news-making space. With a background in aviation news, Capitol Hill and a whole host of other topics, Leigh finds a way to tell compelling stories that captivate audiences for the nation's top publications. She also shares a love of the Godfather movies with Lisa and a sharp sense of pitches being a lot like dating. This is a fun and fresh conversation with a terrific journalist. Drop in today to me...
2022-05-1335 min
The Friday ReporterSubscribers want Authentic & Quality Content - with James BarrettJames Barrett is freelance travel and lifestyle journalist and founder of the Jimmy Rox newsletter. James' keen insight to building a quality audience and offering compelling content has really demonstrated results. In just six months, his newsletter boasts an impressive open rate of over 45% with over 2300 subscribers. In an otherwise noisy news space, this is an impressive endorsement of his work. James shares tips on smart email subjects, authentic content and using your own voice to draw in loyal followers. His perspective to generating content is fresh and new -- and clearly ahead of the trend in news making. Meet James...
2022-05-1033 min
The Friday ReporterNever Ask For A Photo - Madeline BergMadeline Berg is the Media Editor for Business Insider. Next week on May 11 she will join Lisa for a panel discussion at PR Daily's Media Relations and Measurement Conference in NYC. Maddie is busy covering topics like the media, Hollywood and the intersection that both of those have with the business world. She shares her unique experience with Lisa and also some tips on how she successfully covers Hollywood without losing sight of the bigger picture. Listen in today to hear this dynamic journalist share how she approaches a news story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...
2022-05-0627 min
The Friday ReporterConstantly Learning on the Job - with Lillian RizzoLillian Rizzo is a reporter for the Wall Street Journal. She started her career covering bankruptcy and debt - despite having a limited knowledge in that issue space. She credits that experience with her most favorite part of journalism -- the non-stop learning that happens while she's working hard at her job. Today, Lillian covers the cable media industry, which is also a busy and every changing beat that requires a great deal of learning. She shares the ever changing and growing landscape of the beat as one that keeps her on her toes. Lillian is the third panelist that will...
2022-05-0627 min
The Friday ReporterYep, Text the Host Direct -- with Niala BoodhooNiala Boodhoo is the host of Axios Today -- the podcast delivering you important news of the day in just ten minutes. Much as is true of all things Axios, the podcast follows their Smart Brevity model. Niala launched the podcast in June 2020 during the height of the pandemic and came to the post after a long and esteemed career in print journalism, public radio and wire services. Journalism has been her lifelong dream and credits authenticity and a willingness to talk directly to listeners as a big part of her success. In just one episode with this exceptional podcast host...
2022-04-1532 min
The Friday ReporterCan't Knock the Hustle with Jason WagenheimJason Wagenheim is the President and Chief Revenue Officer for Bustle Digital Group, a remarkable lifestyle brand hosting news outlets like Bustle.com; ScaryMommy.com, Gawker, W Magazine and a dozen others. The pandemic brought challenges and obstacles that Jason and his team met with innovation, compelling content and strong networking -- and delivered them into 2022 with a robust outlook. Jason illustrates the importance of a well-rounded background, good interpersonal skills and true grit in the business of media. He's also got a side hustle that Lisa shares after the conversation concludes -- East End Cowboy BBQ. Jump in to hear...
2022-03-1828 min
The Friday ReporterInsight Comes from Learning Something New -- Matt LewisMatt Lewis is a columnist for The Daily Beast, author of "Too Dumb to Fail," and host of the podcast "Matt Lewis and The News."Matt jumps into the conversation with Lisa revealing he once aspired to be a political operative, but quickly turned to covering politics as the blog community was emerging as an important news source. Matt's point of view is always refreshing and insightful and he confesses that his primary goal in his reporting is to always be learning something new. Jump into today's episode and do the same. He's got lots of great advise for columnists, aut...
2022-03-1132 min
The Friday ReporterReporting on Wildlife Conservation and News with Christine Dell'AmoreThis week's episode guest is National Geographic Senior Animals Editor Christine Dell'Amore. Celebrating 15 years with the organization, Christine has covered a wide range of issues and traveled to every continent on the globe, including a rare visit to the Antarctica and South Pole -- that resulted a book - South Pole -- that Lisa is adding the the Friday Reporter book shelf and looking forward to reading. Listen in today to learn more about Christine's impressive journalism career, the work of National Geographic and the various areas of nature and wildlife that they cover in a variety of ways. Lea...
2022-02-1125 min
The Friday ReporterIn the Center of Politics with Howard Mortman at C-SPANLisa visits today with Howard Mortman the communications director for C-SPAN. Howard has a daily bird's eye view of the political process -- from the U.S. House to U.S. Senate to the Administration and all the ways industries aim to influence these bodies of government. Howard highlights how C-SPAN's model really changed the way we view elected leaders in their day to day processes -- and influenced the 24 hour news cycle as it exists day -- while strictly maintaining neutrality. He also previews some of the new technologies the network is bringing online in 2022, the excitement that the mid...
2022-01-1431 min
The Friday ReporterTrend Setting in Political Journalism with David WildsteinThis week's episode is with David Wildstein, editor and founder of the New Jersey Globe. David talks with Lisa about his early days when he created an insider's must read publication 20 years ago -- PoliticsNJ -- that was truly a ground breaking and news making publication in New Jersey and across the country. David's experience as a political operative and his knowledge of political history makes his coverage both new and deeply rooted in historical context. David covers New Jersey politics, but has great perspective on polling and how what happened in N.J. on Election Day 2021 will translate into wha...
2021-12-1035 min
The Friday ReporterNetworking and the Oprah Show -- with Marianne LevineMarianne Levine covers the U.S. Senate for Politico and is undoubtedly one of the best networked reporters Lisa has ever met. She is great at connecting with sources - even when there is not a pending story - and knows the value of staying connected. Marianne hails from California and tells some terrific stories about how her early experience has led her to show up in order to build trust and understand the dynamics of various government institutes. Tune in to hear about how difficult it is to track down old episodes of the Oprah Show -- and how he...
2021-10-2930 min
The Friday ReporterSpecialty Media is the Best Training Ground - with Sarah Karlin-SmithThis week, Lisa visits with Sarah Karlin-Smith from the Pink Sheet -- an over 100 year old publication focused in on the world of pharmaceuticals and health care policy. Sarah offers great insight to aspiring journalists -- look to the specialty media outlets for exceptional journalism experience. It's how she got her start and became a force in D.C. as a top health care reporter. Tune In!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-10-1527 min
The Friday ReporterReader Engagement is Part of the Job with Jonathan TamariToday's guest is Jonathan Tamari from the Philadelphia Inquirer. He rounds out the short series of great reporters covering Lisa's home state of New Jersey -- from Washington, D.C. Jonathan's experience as a journalist started early with the lucky opportunity to cover the Olympic Torch's visit to his hometown; launched his career on September 11, and continues today with the prioritization of smart political reporting for the battleground of Pennsylvania. The conversation touches on cheese steaks, the priority of answering reader inquiries and holding integrity up at all costs. Give it a listen today!Learn more about your ad choic...
2021-10-0132 min
The Friday ReporterFrom Speechwriter & Communicator to Podcast Host - Jean CardThis week's episode is with Jean Card from Jean Card Ink - a communicator who has gone before Lisa to create Bipodisan Podcast. The concept of the podcast is for the hosts (former speechwriters) to elevate issues of the day and share their perspective from a speechwriter's view. Listen into this conversation to learn more about Bipodisan and the extraordinary Jean Card!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-09-2427 min
The Friday ReporterJersey, Ethics and the Mets -- Meet Jonathan SalantJonathan Salant from New Jersey Advance Media is a long-time newsman with terrific stories about journalism and wise words for public relations execs. Lisa was lucky enough to visit with Jonathan and hear how he translates D.C. for readers in N.J. Don't miss this fun conversation with a dynamite journalist.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-09-1731 min
The Friday ReporterMeet the Washington Free BeaconToday's guest is Aaron Harison the president of the Washington Free Beacon -- a conservative news outlet based in Washington, D.C. Lisa visits with Aaron about the impetus for forming the publication, the types of stories their reporters seek out, and how it is he came to make a real name for their news outlet inside of Washington, D.C. Give it a listen and learn more about their publication. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-08-2029 min
The Friday ReporterAuthor - Columnist - Mentor -- Meet Jackie Calmes from L.A. TimesJackie Calmes left home in Chicago and began her career in a small town of Abilene, TX. Her career has found reporting for some of the most impressive media outlets in the U.S. Today, Jackie proudly shares her career move to columnist and author, to which both have Lisa and the FR audience looking very much forward. Don't miss reading her newest book, Dissent, which follows the Kavanaugh life cycle and and how it so closely aligns with the changes in today's Republican Party. Her first opinion column for the L.A. Times is on track for later this mont...
2021-08-1330 min
The Friday ReporterBehind the Lens with Tom WilliamsToday Lisa visits with Tom Williams fro CQ Roll Call about what it's like to be a photo journalist in the U.S. Capitol Building. From 9/11 to January 6, Tom has had a front row seat for history and has captured it in the beautiful photography he produces. Lisa is especially proud to have been with Tom at his first-ever Bruce Springsteen concert. Come for the Jersey references, stay for the reflections on what it was like to be in the Capitol on Jan. 6. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Aut...
2021-08-0625 min
The Friday ReporterFrom Capitol Hill to CrossFit Media -- Meet Justin LoFrancoThis week on Friday Reporter, Lisa visits with Justin LoFranco, a former Hill communicator turned premium content-creator and founder of The Morning Chalk-Up. Justin took his experience leveraging digital messages for the highest elected officials in Congress and turned it into a wildly-successful news platform covering a multinational fitness revolution. Just on the eve of the CrossFit Games -- the Super Bowl of CrossFit athletes -- Justin visits with Lisa about the impact 2020 had on the industry and a variety of other topics. If you're a communicator looking to build a media brand -- don't miss this one!Learn mor...
2021-07-2331 min
The Friday ReporterFollowing Trends and Predicting Political Outcomes with Amy WalterOn today's episode, Lisa visits with Amy Walter from the Cook Political Report. Amy is also a contributor to the PBS NewsHour and has a long and impressive list of accomplishments in the national media space. Amy's objective and insightful political analysis is a resource to her colleagues in the media, as well as a force of market change inside political campaigns. Lisa and Amy visit on the challenges facing the polling industry, the value in analysis and the importance of considering history when considering the current political environment. Give it a listen!Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
2021-07-0935 min
The Friday ReporterMeet the First Reporter I Ever PitchedThis week's episode is with Herb Jackson, who is now with CQ Roll Call covering elections all across the country from inside Washington, D.C. His earlier career was in the State House bureau in Trenton, N.J. where Lisa started her career. From the political nature of New Jersey's everything to covering Washington, D.C. and elections during a pandemic, this episode was a fun "walk to Washington," if you will. Listen In!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-07-0232 min
The Friday ReporterForecast Sunshine with Janice DeanIn this week's episode, Lisa visits with Fox News meteorologist and all-time positive content creator Janice Dean. They discuss how she came to be forecasting weather on a political news station and how it contributes to her success as an author of numerous best-selling books. Her latest book is titled, "Make Your Own Sunshine" is a wonderful read of heart-warming stories. Be sure to check out this episode and Janice's latest book!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-06-1124 min
The Friday ReporterFemale Broadcasters Series - Changes in Power Make News - Susan DavisThis week Lisa visits with Susan Davis from National Public Radio -- and they get into the most important and fun times to cover news in Washington, D.C.Sue's career has been a great one to follow and moving into broadcast has been a great transition for her. Don't miss this episode!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-06-0426 min
The Friday ReporterPunching In with John BresnahanIn this week's episode Lisa visits with John Bresnahan with Punchbowl News -- a new and groundbreaking news outlet in Washington, D.C. His path to journalism is not the traditional path, but it has led to a successful and remarkable career. Give it a listen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-05-2825 min
The Friday ReporterTransactions are Currency in Washington, D.C. with Brody MullinsIn today's episode, Lisa visits with Brody Mullins from the Wall Street Journal. Their conversation covers Washington, D.C. and the business community, the value of cultivating relationships and the importance of balancing work life with coaching baseball. Give it a listen!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-05-2127 min
The Friday ReporterUnder the Dome on January 6 with Paul KaneIn today's episode, Lisa visits with Paul Kane from the Washington Post. Paul's coverage of New Jersey politics qualifies him for a masters degree, but his first-hand account of how the situation unfolded in the Capitol on January 6 is unlike any other account you've yet heard. This is a must listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-05-1436 min
The Friday ReporterWhen Politics and Soap Operas Intersect - with Abby LivingstonIn today's episode, Lisa visits with Abby Livingston - the Washington Bureau chief for the Texas Tribune. Abby tells a great tale of how her dream to write soap operas turned into a career in political journalism. Springsteen and New Jersey love is strong in this episode. Give it a listen!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-05-0719 min
The Friday ReporterFemale Broadcasters Series - Loving the Switch from Print to Radio with Julie MasonLisa visits in today's episode with Julie Mason from Sirius XM where they talk about how music lured Julie to DC and made her a radio star. This might be the most fun interview yet. Don't miss it!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-04-3017 min
The Women's Well8 - Setting Boundries with Janelle, Alyssa & RuthIs there an ugly sweater in that gift bag? You’d better appreciate the Granny who knitted it for you!
In our final episode at The Well this spring: Dr. Janelle McNeal, Alyssa Erickson, and, Ruth Nelson:
Women from 19 through 53 talk about emotional boundaries: What they are, why they’re vital (and sometimes not), and how they’re so much about taking up enough space in our own lives. And others.
”Even if I am not someone who imagines myself having fences up, I need to be very comfortable with the fact that oth...
2021-04-2543 min
The Friday ReporterUnder the Golden Dome with Mike CataliniThis week, Lisa visits with Mike Catalini from the Trenton, NJ bureau of the Associated Press. Lisa gets to reminisce about storming press row with old school paper releases, and Mike catches her up on all things Garden State. Note: in the convo we mention the Capitol Police officer that was lost in the January 6 event at the Capitol was from Saddle River -- CORRECTION: it was South River. This is a convo you won't want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com...
2021-04-2316 minThe Women's Well7 - Margaret Verble, Pulitzer Nominated AuthorAt The Well with Margaret Verble, the author of Maud's Line, a 2016 finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.
Her new novel, Cherokee America, was released in February 2020, and has been praised in the New York Times as a gift to historical fiction lovers especially as "an essential corrective to the racially tinged myths created to justify the annihilation of indigenous cultures and the theft of native lands."
In March 2020, Cherokee America won the Spur Award for Best Traditional Western, and was shortlisted for the Reading the West...
2021-04-1840 min
The Friday ReporterAt the Intersection of Politics and Business -- Kate AckleyIn today's episode, Lisa visits with Kate Ackley from CQ Roll Call. They discuss the impact politics has on business, how managing a busy life has been during the quarantine, and how much media has changed over the course of the time they've known one another. Tune In!!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-04-1624 minThe Women's Well6 - Judy Heidrich and Beth MarcilAt The Well, a continuing conversation about “callings,” with:
Judy Heidrich in Florida, Licensed Psychotherapist and Certified Healing Touch Practitioner
and
Beth Marcil in Hawaii, Teaching Artist and Fine Artist
As Oprah has helped us realize for decades: We are each born to a life purpose.
The personal work for each of us is to decide what that is, and to get to the business of living it. But at various chapters in our lives as we grow and evolve, and as circumstances change, we don’t always know where...
2021-04-1124 min
The Friday ReporterFrom Stand-up Comedy to Vaccine Hunting with Elahe IzadiOn this week's episode, Lisa visits with Elahe Izadi from the Washington Post. Elahe covers media for the Post, does stand-up comedy (when there isn't a global pandemic) and has recently found a second hobby in vaccine hunting. Tune In!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-04-0922 minThe Women's Well5 - Donna Foster, Licensed Dietician and Nutrition CounselorHow do you know when you are being "called" to something bigger than you dreamed for yourself--bigger and more important than you planned for your life?
Wisdom keeper, Donna Foster, shares the story of launching a new career in her 60's: "feeling the fear and doing it anyway."
Tune in with us, and then tune inward to notice how the YES of your own calling might be beckoning right now.
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2021-04-0423 min
The Friday ReporterRapport and Good Timing Are Key to Shawn ZellerIn today's episode, Shawn Zeller from CQ/Roll Call talks with Lisa about the importance of flaks having a rapport with writers. His column and other writing relies on resources on Capitol Hill and the best coverage comes with good timing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-04-0217 minThe Women's Well4 - Jennifer Barber, United Nations delegateLike every one of us who dream, plan, work, sweat, work, work, work, Asian American immigants and citizens also want “for the next generation, a better life.”
And often, their wanting and work ethic becomes a blessing for the communities in which they live. This is the very story of Jennifer Yue Barber, and her parents, who carried her home asleep after their restaurant closed nightly—with cooking burns on their hands and faces—keeping faith that their daughter would in fact have a better life while also continuing to contribute to community in her own way.
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2021-03-2831 min
The Friday ReporterThe Story needs Real People for Kate SheppardOn this week's episode, Lisa chats with Kate Sheppard from The Huffington Post about avoiding news fatigue and developing stories that are directly relevant to actual readers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-03-2618 minThe Women's Well3 - Barbara Techel, Animal OracleHow do we humans do it? Managing great and mundane life questions can seem like a daunting puzzle.
Well, turns out that we’re given symbolic guideposts from nature all the time (and often a beloved dog bonus).
Barbara Techel, a certified Animal Oracle in Wisconsin, helps us see that when we look to an animal for wisdom, we’re really calling on its essence and the archetypal patterns expressed through that animal’s nature, to reflect our own strengths and vulnerabilities.
“What I started learning from my dogs, is that they’re mirroring...
2021-03-2132 min
The Friday ReporterNever Lie to Joey BunchIn today's episode, Lisa takes Chris Frates' recommendation and goes outside the beltway to visit with Joey Bunch from ColoradoPolitics.com -- and what a great storyteller he is! His most important lesson? Don't lie to a reporter. You'll never get that credibility back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-03-1915 min
The Friday ReporterSurf the News with Chris FratesIn today's episode, Lisa chats with Chris Frates of the Storyline Company. Former reporter turned flak, Frates give a rundown on the differences on both sides of the business. And offers some insight on how to be successful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-03-1918 minThe Women's Well2 - Chaquenta Smith Neal and Kendriana Price, Change Makers“I’m supposed to be here. This is it. Take me as I am...” ~Kendriana Price
Chaquenta Smith Neal and Kendriana Price are dynamic Black women with clear voices, vision and dedication. They’ve been champions of diversity and inclusion in the state of Kentucky for more than a decade, and both are just over 30!
When I asked them—despite the exhaustion of personal and cultural racism trauma—if they dare now to be hopeful about the future of equality and social justice in the United States, they both said..
“Yes.”
And with wisdo...
2021-03-1327 min
The Friday ReporterNews That Isn't Medicine with Jackie KucinichOn today's episode, Lisa visits with Jackie Kucinich from the Daily Beast. From best practices for virtual media hits to leveraging your network for media success, this interview is a must-listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-03-1218 min
The Friday ReporterTrends and Target with Emily SingerIn a shorter interview with fellow Jersey girl Emily Singer from the American Independent, Lisa asks how she juggles a busy work schedule, an 18 month old and a busy life -- all while maintaining her sense of humor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get full access to Authentically Speaking at thefridayreporter.substack.com/subscribe
2021-03-0810 minThe Women's Well1 - Colleen Haggerty, Soul TenderWell guests are ordinary extraordinary women with a story, and in the telling, shine inspriation for all of us.
Though our life stories differ, we see ourselves in one another. If she can heal from that, I can heal from this now.
Colleen Haggerty became an amputee at age 17 and was pedestalized as a heroine for resuming her life and pushing her body to its maximum limits: “Rock Climbing, skiing, kayaking, parachuting—things I never considered doing with two legs.”
But for 15 years, being “the good girl” on that heroic pedastal distanced her from p...
2021-03-0647 min