Politely Pushy with Eric Chemi

This Earth Day, we're diving into how the work-from-home movement is reshaping our environmental impact. Bospar Principal, Curtis Sparrer, joins Eric Chemi to examine how companies can implement sustainable practices that benefit both the environment and their bottom line.

As part of a comprehensive content strategy, contributed content, such as bylines or op-eds, is a powerful tool that builds credibility and carves out a space for your voice within your industry. In this episode of Politely Pushy, Bospar Chief Content Officer Paula Bernier and Content Director Joann Whitcher join Eric Chemi to analyze the effectiveness of storytelling in content marketing and cont...

Whether you’re just beginning your career in media relations or trying to garner media attention for your company’s latest announcement, don’t skip this episode of Politely Pushy! Tune in with Bospar media experts Brent Shelton, Ryan Quintana, and Eric Chemi as they offer insights into the unique challenges of tech PR and strategies for building strong relationships with journalists and media outl...

In the latest episode of Politely Pushy, Eric Chemi sits down with a few guests to discuss the upcoming RSA Conference, a critical event for the world’s cybersecurity community. Tune in as LastWatchdog.com’s Byron Acohido, DigiCert’s Christina Knittel, and ConnectSafely.org’s Larry Magid swap their best-kept secrets and tried-and-true methods to win at RSA. As with most industry events, failing to...

Ready to stand out from the crowd? Bospar’s Jessica Shein and Caroline Kamerschen are your guides to conquering SXSW!  In this week's episode, we reveal how tech companies can rise above the frenzy of SXSW. Learn how to nail early media outreach, create buzzworthy booth experiences, arm yourself with killer virtual assets, and harness the power of authentic influencers.  Get ready to make SXS...

Dive into the wild world of CES 2024 with host Eric Chemi and his Bospar colleagues as they unpack the tech conference's most fascinating moments.  From the AI explosion that dominated every booth to the surprising rise of content creators over traditional media, this episode offers an insider's view of the whole event. Prepare for next year's CES and discover how smaller companies...

This week our "politely pushy" PR agency celebrates its 10th anniversary with a special episode featuring industry leaders and long-time collaborators. The episode showcases the agency's journey from its founding to becoming a powerhouse in the PR world. Guests include: Curtis Sparrer, Bospar's Principal and co-founder, who reflects on the agency's unique approach. Priti K...

Join us for an insightful episode featuring Tomio Geron, a seasoned journalist turned tech insider and content lead at Bospar. With his extensive background in covering technology, venture capital, and startups, Tomio shares his unique insights on the challenges of communicating complex tech concepts.  Discover the intricacies of startup life, the significance of clear messaging, and how to effect...

In this episode, we dive into the diverse world of Jeff Wilser, a versatile journalist, author, and the curious mind behind the podcast "AI-Curious.” As the host of his podcast, Jeff brings his unique perspective to the rapidly evolving field of AI. With eight books under his belt and bylines in Time and GQ, Jeff shares insights on his unconventional path, his approach to demystifying complex...

According to Lydia Dishman, the ethics of AI is a played-out topic. As the senior editor of growth and engagement, Lydia can expect nearly 200 emails daily, still receiving pitches featuring exhaustive best practices and what-ifs.  Nearly two years after the explosion of AI, theories won’t cut it anymore. In this episode of Politely Pushy, Lydia urges CTOs and leaders to go beyond that and advance...

Meet Todd Eury, the CEO of Pharmacy Podcast Network, the world’s largest network of podcasts dedicated to pharmacy professionals. In this episode of Politely Pushy, Todd, also known as the Rx Podfather, shares his passion for connecting pharmacists to new audiences and markets.  Tune into the latest episodes spanning 30+ podcast shows: https://pharmacypodcast.com/shows/

In this episode, The Globe and Mail technology reporter Sean Silcoff discusses his fascination with the Canadian start-up scene and his decision to pursue a journalism career. Tune in as Sean recounts his origins in tech and venture capital journalism and his process for tracking down modern-day unicorns. Keep up with Sean’s latest work: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/authors/sean-silcoff/

In this episode, ComputerWorld columnist Evan Schuman discusses his journey in tech and B2B journalism.  Evan shares his insights on AI's over-promising in generative technology, the challenges of privacy compliance, and his prediction on the decline of cyber insurance for enterprises. He also discusses the importance of tailoring stories to the audience, especially when targeting the chief i...

Award-winning freelance journalist Mary K. Pratt prefers to keep a low profile, giving her a unique opportunity to approach her work with a clean slate and unjaded by public opinion. In this episode, Mary and Eric discuss her career in journalism, including her latest venture, launching a community newspaper. Twenty-four years of experience has shaped more than Mary’s writing style; she’s followed...

Jacob Robbins returns to Politely Pushy to share media relations wisdom as PitchBook’s venture capital reporter. Throughout the episode, Jacob shares his do's and don'ts when pitching and navigating the PR-to-journalist relationship. On a final note, Jacob discusses the role of AI leading up to the presidential election and the future of politics and technology post-election.  Keep up wi...

In this episode, Eric Chemi chats with GOBankingRates senior writer Nicole Spector about her journey from freelance writing across entertainment and pop culture to full-time journalism in the finance industry. Tune in as Nicole shares her insights into the evolving media landscape and how the current economic climate and upcoming election influence her work.  Keep up with Nicole’s latest work here...

Freelance technology journalist Adrian Bridgwater sits down with Eric Chemi in this episode of Politely Pushy. Tune in as Adrian shares his experience publishing work with Computer Weekly, Forbes, Techzine, Techstrong, and other digital publications. Keep up with Adrian’s latest work here: https://www.forbes.com/sites/adrianbridgwater/

Microsoft, Apple, and Google all began as small-to-medium-sized businesses (SMBs), eventually growing into the mega corporations we know today. During that growth, these corporations scaled their processes while simultaneously scaling what made them unique.  In this episode of Politely Pushy, Tom Fitzgerald, CFO at Earnest & Associates, joins Eric to pinpoint how SMBs can navigate their IT inv...

Jacob Robbins, known as “Captain Wetblanket” by his colleagues, often covers the AI industry and VC landscape through a skeptical lens. Jacob uses his carefully trained eye to weed through the industry’s flashy headlines to share stories of action and anxiety bubbling just below the surface. For those unfamiliar with PitchBook, it isn’t just a data company; it also produces VC and private equity d...

How does one navigate a career that began with a law degree and settled in B2B medical marketing and media? For Larry Dobrow, editorial director at MM+M, it was all in mastering the art of the pivot.  After the pandemic, more companies, including big brands like Apple and Lululemon, became health companies. Even if these companies didn’t realize it then, Larry saw a similar pattern of pivoting. Bu...

So, you want to be a tech startup founder. Now what? Walter Thompson knows a thing or two about the journeys of successful–and not-so-successful– founders. As many know, securing investment is only part of the role. In this episode, Walter chats with Eric about his experience curating and creating content for digital publications and leading interviews with founders and investors. Walter’s latest...

On this episode of Politely Pushy, Eric takes the dive with host of Tech Talks Daily, Neil C. Hughes. At 16 years old, Hughes imagined an exciting career as a radio host or a writer before leading into a career in IT. Finding a balance between technology and business, he sought to clarify the complexity of the evolution of technology for the masses. Neil eventually began his own path in writing, w...

AI is the moment, and Michael Nuñez, editorial director at VentureBeat, unravels the tension between journalism and the business of technology in this episode of Politely Pushy. Inspired by the early development of large language models (LLM) and AI, Michael sought a way to break into the space. Enter VentureBeat. Michael’s regular conversations with engineers, builders, and doers who know this em...

In the age of tech disruption, who is responsible for leading a company through digital transformation? Isaac Sacolick, founder and president of StarCIO, identifies these leaders as “digital trailblazers.” In this Politely Pushy episode, Isaac quiets the buzz around generative AI advancement by comparing its hype cycle to the expansion of mobile technologies. Digital transformation paved the way f...

Sustainability is arguably one of the largest threats facing humanity today. You may have heard the terms CSR and ESG thrown around increasingly in the past few years. CSR refers to “corporate social responsibility,” and ESG refers to “environmental, social, and corporate governance.” Both are critical to brands striving to capture consumer loyalty and set industry standards. Mega corporations, in...