Why I Social

On this week's episode, Amir admits he's never watched, Harry Potter.  Also, Sean Parker is at it (again).  This week's Five Favorites:  1.  Sean Parker unloads on Facebook: "God only knows what it's doing to our children's brains" [Axios] 2.  The Magic of Harry Potter is Coming to a Neighborhood Near You   [NianticLabs] 3.  Snap CEO Evan Spiegel is redesigning Snapchat because it's too hard to us...

On this week's episode, Amir is operating on shoddy wifi. Also, the episode went up a day late. It's the internet's fault. It was supposed to go on time. We don't make excuses here though. It's late. Want to fight about it? We don't - we're peaceful co-hosts. Hopefully, if you've even read this far, you've forgiven us by now.  This week's Five Favorites:  1.  Apple fires iPhone X engineer after da...

C.C. Chapman is a freelance creative and marketing consultant. He is also the host (and producer) of the Why I Write podcast in conjunction with the National Council of Teachers of English. In addition to his consultation work and podcasting, C.C. is also an Adjunct Professor of Marketing and Communications at Bentley University Hear their story on this week's episode.  And of course, Why Does He...

On this week's episode, Chris is preparing for a party with Mickey Mouse. It's possible Bezos visited his home while he was away. Also, Super Mario Odyssey is getting some super reviews.  This week's Five Favorites:  1.  Trump to Open Skies to More Drone Testing [NYT] 2.  Designing 'Super Mario Odyssey': Nintendo re-invents a gaming icon [CNN] 3.  New York To Replace Metrocard with Modern Way to P...

On this week's episode, Amir prepares to beat all odds in order to get a new iPhone (and he tells you how you can too). Also, we got food puns.  This week's Five Favorites:  1.  How to preorder an iPhone X the right way [Cult of Mac] 2.  AMC is launching its own VR app with a 360-degree scene from The Walking Dead [The Verge] 3.  The BBC is turning to AI to improve its programming [Engadget] 4.  H...

Matt Matkovich and Phil Januszewski make up the team behind M&P Presentations. Matt is a full-time high school guidance counselor and Phil is a full-time high school chemistry/physics teacher.  Together, they form M&P Presentations who offer motivational presentations, professional workshops, master of ceremony services, and event hosting for all ages and groups.  Hear their story on this week's e...

On this week's episode, we discuss our favorite Mario Kart 64 characters. Also, seriously, Porgs. Love them. Hate them. You gotta have an opinion on them! And if you don't know what a Porg is, well, we can't be friends.  This week's Five Favorites:  1.  Alphabet is training law enforcement on how to handle self-driving car crashes [Recode] Official 43 page PDF document 2.  Twitter Users Will Soon...

On this week's (very special) second episode, we cover all the new announcements Google's latest Pixel/IO event! We're talking all things Pixel 2, Google Home Mini (and Max) and more! Also, Amir is really excited about AI. We're talking more than he is about drones normally.  This is not your standard episode of Five Favorites!  Topics Discussed:  1. Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL 2. Home Mini and Max 3. ...

On this week's episode, we say goodbye to our friend AOL Instant Messenger. Also, our hosts remember their old instant messenger names.  What was/were yours?  This week's Five Favorites:  1. Selfie Factories: The Rise of the Made-for-Instagram Museum [Wired] 2. 5G isn't just faster - it will open a whole new world [Venturebeat]  3. Netflix is Raising its Prices [@Mashable] 4 An MLB Team is using t...

Rachel Thompson is the founder of BadRedhead Media. Prior to founding BadRedHeadmedia  ( @BadRedheadMedia ), she also worked as a Senior pharma rep and sales trainer. She has been a consistent blogger and currently serves as a Founding Director for presentHER .  In addition, she runs the #Sexabusechat - in an issue that is both very close and personal to her.  Hear his story on this week's episode...

On this week's episode, we highly recommend you turn off your Alexa device prior to the hot topic. Also, Chris is excited that a Jedi liked his tweet this week.  This week's Five Favorites:  1. Twitter to Test Doubling Tweet Length to 280 Characters [ NYTimes ] 2. ELON MUSK'S ROCKET TRAVEL PLAN IS DEF POSSIBLE, DEF BANANAS  [Wired] 3.  Instagram Now Has 500 Million Daily Active Users, 800 Million...

Jason Shemmel is Social Media Manager for HarperCollins Christian Publishing. He's also the host of the Get S*** done Podcast. In addition to these roles, he's also a moderator for Social media Marketing (a group with over 1,600,000 members on LinkedIn) and recently returned from #CMWorld.  Hear his story on this week's episode.  And of course, Why Does He Social?!  Share  your thoughts on this we...

On this week's episode, Google makes a (few) appearances prior to its October 4th event. Also, Chris has a new addition to announce!  This week's Five Favorites:  1. Nest's home security system costs $499 and comes with magnetic door sensors  [The Verge] 2. Meet The Really Cheap Google Home Mini and the really expensive Chromebook Pixel 3  [ARS Technica] 3. Bose adds Google Assistant to top noise-...

Jason Eng works at IBM on Developer Communications and Influencer Engagement. He previously worked at Sony for over 10 years. He has clear beliefs in the way he uses social media and is one of the most engaging guests to join the podcast in recent weeks. It also turns out that he met host Chris Barrows - in 2015 - before Chris even knew it!  Hear his story on this week's episode.  And of course, W...

On this week's (very special) second episode, we cover all the new announcements from Apple's latest Keynote event including the new Apple X (that's ten, not an X). Don't try to tell someone in an Apple Store otherwise. This is not your standard episode of Five Favorites!  Topics Discussed:  1. New Apple Park HQ 2. Apple Watch 3 Series GPS + Cellular 3. Apple TV 4K 4. Apple iPhone 8 Apple + iPhone...

On this week's episode, we are equally amused and disturbed by what people search after viewing the latest Super Mario video game trailer. Also, there's no Apple here - stay tuned later today for a special Five Favorites Apple Keynote episode!  This week's Five Favorites:  1. GoPro Hero 6 Black leaks again, will shoot 240 fps slow motion at 1080p  [The Verge] 2. Google's Next Pixel Smartphones Arr...

Brett Pucino is a Brand Strategist and Career Brand Consultant at Breakthrough Career Coaching. In addition to his work as career services professional, he also works as a ghostwriter. He has been interested in writing since he was young and has proven to be a skilled one both digitally and in-print (though you may not have even known you've read this work!).  Hear his story on this week's episode...

On this week's episode, your hosts kick-off the new season of Five Favorites! Also, Chris debates whether Apple's new facial unlock will be able to tell if it's him with and without makeup.  This week's Five Favorites:  1. New iPhone names are reportedly iPhone X, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus  [CNet] 2.  Settlers of Catan is ready for virtual reality [VentureBeat] 3.  Even more US adults now getting ne...

Jennifer Patel is Senior Director (of Community Development) for Union Health (LLC). With a current professional focus on training and community, I had the pleasure of running into Jenn at Innocon in New York City. In addition to her time in community development, Patel has also worked at St. John's and Hofstra University.  Hear her story on this week's episode.  And of course, Why Does She Social...

On this week's episode, we celebrate one year of the Five Favorites podcast. Also, Zonozi gets ready to tie the knot! If you aren't driving - bust out a drink for this one - and let's celebrate.  This week's Five Favorites:  1. YouTube gets a new logo, Material Design on desktop, and more mobile app features  [VentureBeat] 2. Instagram Posts With Multiple Photos Can now be Portrait or Landscape [A...

Jackie Vetrano is the Social Media Coordinator for Skidmore College. In addition to being a member of host Chris Barrows' eduWeb team this year, she has also served as Customer Service Manager (for Merit Inc.) and has worked in social media since 2013. Hear her story on this week's episode.  And of course, Why Does She Social?!  Share  your thoughts on this week's episode with  #WhyISocial Subscri...

On this week's episode, we anticipate our one-year anniversary episode next week. Also, we get a bit passionate about the state of influencer marketing. Just a little bit, though (that's what she said).  This week's Five Favorites:  1. We might know the iPhone 8 keynote date [Cult Of Mac] 2. SNES Classic pre-orders are skipping Toys R Us [SlashGear]  3. Introducing Linkedin Video [LinkedIn] 4. And...

Cat Trestini is a freelance social media strategist living in the Orlando area. Cat's New Jersey roots remain strong - including her time at Rutgers - and has made a major impact on her career.  She also recently returned from Joel Renner (Episode 29)'s latest Social Roadtrip.  Hear her story on this week's episode.  And of course, Why Does She Social?!  Share  your thoughts on this week's episode...

On this week's episode, Martin Lieberman plays the role of Amir Zonozi for a week. Also,   neither one of us has a clue what we're doing for the eclipse.  This week's Five Favorites:  1.  New Feature Lets You Make Voice Calls On Your Google Home [Google] 2. Applebee's tried to be cool, failed, and now it's moving on with its life [QZ]  3. NASA will stream 360 degree video of eclipse   [Business In...

Jason Boucher is Senior Manager and Digital Content Strategist at the University of New Hampshire. Boucher served as a track chair for the conference, is a craft beer fan and a collector of vinyl records.  His episode was recorded live from the eduWeb Digital Summit - which also featured speakers such as alumni Chris Bryant and Katy Spencer Johnson. The conference is also co-chaired by alum Joel R...