Why I Social

Patrick Jervis, Jr. is an award-winning social media and brand manager at East Valley Institute of Technology. In addition to his full-time work, he also is the owner of Respectfully Yours Photography and EyePlay Design. I'm grateful to feature Patrick on the show as he has been one of the longest running supporters of the podcast, as well as a great example of social media done right.  Hear his s...

On this week's episode, our hosts get off to a late start thanks to a Balrog. Also, we share helpful hints (completely kidding, kind of) on how to escape jail using a drone.  This week's Five Favorites:  1. Uber tipping is rolling out to 121 U.S. and Canadian markets today  [TechCrunch) 2. Nielsen: On-demand audio streaming hits record high, is up 62.4% over last year  [TechCrunch]  3. Snapchat le...

Stephan Hovnanian is Content Solutions Architect at Bambu (by Sprout Social) . He previously owned and operate Shovi Websites for over 16 years. In a highlight of this episode, he shares some advice all those looking to begin a new business should listen to before they get started.  Hear his story on this week's episode.  And of course, Why Does He Social?!  Share  your thoughts on this week's epi...

On this week's episode, we play with Fyre. Also, we're slightly underwhelmed by a number of good stories this week after a blitz of stories the past few weeks. There's normally more humor here - but we're just being honest with you.  This week's Five Favorites:  1.  Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter and YouTube Announce Formation of the Global Internet Forum to Counter Terrorism  (YouTube) 2.  Designin...

Jeff Higgins is Director of Social Media at Bloomerang Solutions. He's lived most of his life in Florida, much of it near Anna Maria (though he did spend some time in Philadelphia). His active social presence is hard to miss as he's one of the most engaging persons I've had the opportunity to meet thanks to social media.  Hear his story on this week's episode.  And of course, Why Does He Social?! ...

On this week's episode, we invent a new Amazon product. Also, Ken (yes, that Ken) gets a man bun.   This week's Five Favorites:  1. Wireless and drone execs praised President Trump as he pledged to cut down regulations (Recode) 2. Netflix now has more subscribers than Cable TV in the US (VentureBeat)  3. Instagram Stories Hits 250 Million Daily Users, Adds Live Video Replays (TechCrunch) 4. Amazon...

James Ho is a Customer Service Specialist at Zoomph. He's a recent graduate of George Mason University and has also interned with the Washington Redskins prior to joining the Zoomph team. James also spends his spare time coaching lacrosse.  Hear his story on this week's episode.  And of course, Why Does He Social?!  Share  your thoughts on this week's episode with  #WhyISocial Subscribe  on  iTune...

On this week's episode, we debate the meaning of life ("The answer to the ultimate question of life, the universe and everything is 42"). Also, Amazon continues the march towards world domination.  This week's Five Favorites:  1. Tim Cook Says Apple Focused on Autonomous Systems in Cars Push  (Apple) 2. Snapchat seduces advertisers with new self-serve tools and certified partners (TechCrunch) 3. T...

Matt Marcinek is a performance coach, a combat athlete and a motivational speaker. He's also the creator of  www.disabledgrappler.com . Having been diagnosed with cerebral palsy at 9 months old - he has inspired many over the course of his career. Ask him and he won't tell you he's defied any odds, he's simply worked hard and continues to do so today. Hear his story on this week's episode.  And of...

On this week's (very special) second episode, we cover all the greatest new announcements from Apple's #WWDC17 Event. This is not your standard episode of Five Favorites!  Links for this episode are from The Verge.  Announcements Discussed:  1. Apple Homepod 2. iMac Pro 3. iOS11 4. ARKIT 5. New iPad 6. New OS: "High Sierra" 7. New Watch OS 8. And some extras... Use the hashtag #FiveFavorites to sh...

On this week's episode, we have a dramatic reading involving pizza and a college application. Also, we pay our respects to Adam West.  This week's Five Favorites:  1. Customers Are Already Abandoning DIRECTV Now (The Motley Fool)  2. Apple Is Going To Let Podcast Creators - and advertisers - see what listeners actually like  (Recode)  3. Microsoft XBox at E3 - The 6 Biggest Disappointments (The Ve...

Eric Stoller is a higher education consultant, writer, and speaker. He currently serves as a writer/blogger for InsideHigherEd.com and is a soon-to-be father! He is also arguably one of the best-known thought leaders in the higher education space.  Hear his story on this week's episode.  And of course, Why Does He Social?!  Share  your thoughts on this week's episode with  #WhyISocial Subscribe  o...

On this week's episode, our honorable mention is a user-requested session around this week's favorite internet topic (#covfefe). Also, Wonder Woman is a terrific film - wonderful even - so go see it.  This week's Five Favorites:  1. Apple WWDC 2017: What to expect  (CNet) 2. Google Is Building An Ad-Blocker Into Chrome  (Social Media Today)  3. Elon Must, Google and others decry Paris accord decis...

Emily Miethner is CEO and Founder of FindSpark. In addition, she's an adjunct professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology and the School of Visual Arts (both in New York City). In her spare time, she also lends her talents to her alma mata, Hofstra University, as part of their Women In Leadership Advisory Board.  Hear her story on this week's episode.  And of course, Why Does She Social?!  Sh...

On this week's episode, Dave Chappelle gets the respect he deserves. Also, we delay the episode one day because this podcast would not exist without the men and women who have died for the United States of America. Thank you to those who have/do serve.  This week's Five Favorites:  1. Zuckerberg Tells Harvard We Need A New Social Contract of Equal Opportunity (TechCrunch) 2. Instagram Direct Now S...

Jason Falls is a leading digital strategist, author, speaker and thinker in the digital and social media marketing industry. An innovator in conversation research, Falls leads the Conversation Research Institute, a think-tank and consultancy focused on mining online conversations for consumer insight and market research. Hear his story on this week's episode.  Share  your thoughts on this week's e...

On this week's episode, Amir's lungs battle a smart bottle. Also, we talk about some of (not all, because that would take forever) the announcements from Google IO.  This week's Five Favorites:  1. Apple Plans Laptop Upgrades to Take On Microsoft (Bloomberg)  2. Facebook Lands Deal to Stream 20 MLB Games Live (Business Insider) 3. Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram Notifications - In One Space (Te...

Ted is a freelance writer, editor, and marketer. His passion for writing is clear from the moment you meet him and he has embraced social media as an opportunity to meet new people both digitally and in-person. Hear his story on this week's episode.  Share  your thoughts on this week's episode with  #WhyISocial Subscribe  on  iTunes ,  Stitcher Radio ,  Google  and Otto Radio .  Follow  at  @WhyIS...

On this week's episode, we show appreciation to Moms...and Derek Jeter.. Also, you're right, we forgot to use the womp womp womp sound for dishonorable. We're sorry. We promise it will be back next week.  This week's Five Favorites:  1. Apple Sends Out Press Invites WWDC Keynotes on June 5th (Mac Rumors)  2. Facebook's Rolling Out Group Membership Questions to Improve Filtering Process (Social Med...

Jeremiah Barba is a digital marketing manager at Up&Up. He received both his bachelor and master degrees from Bob Jones University. Jeremiah is an experienced speaker/presenter who recently presented at CASE SMC in Los Angelos. He will also be one-half of an upcoming workshop at the eduWeb Digital Summit this August.  Hear his story on this week's episode.  This Week on Why I Social, Jeremiah and...

On this week's episode, Amir and Chris have strong feelings about Hulu's new redesign. They also strongly consider following  Nicki Minaj on Twitter.  This week's Five Favorites:  1. Apple's Siri Speaker Could Be Announced at WWDC In June (The Verge)  2. The $999 Surface Laptop is Microsoft's Expensive Answer to Chromebooks (TechCrunch) 3. Domino's Taps IFTTT to Deactivate Your Garden Sprinkler Au...

This week on Why I Social, we go back in time to some of the inspirational stories and moments that provide insights into how we can change our own lives. The episodes were pick based on feedback I've heard over the years but are far from the only moments worth going back to.  Featured in this collection of great advice and motivational moments is: Ahna Hendrix (Episode 58) on the importance of do...

On this week's episode, Amir and Chris have squad goals. Also, if you want to play a drinking game, take a shot every time Amir says Yaaaas.  This week's Five Favorites:  1.  Amazon's Echo Look is a voice assistant with a camera, because that's not creepy (VentureBeat) 2.  700 Million Monthly Active Users and Counting for Instagram (AdWeek) 3.. 800 Hours of Live Premium Video was Viewed by 45 mill...

Welcome to the seventh episode of Why I Social Sessions - where we bring you short discussions focused on one singular topic. This is not your standard Why I Social episode where we learn about a guest - but instead - we focus on important topics impacting the social media space today. Today, on Why I Social Sessions, #FiveFavorites co-host Amir Zonozi joins me to talk about the pros and cons of a...

Ijeoma Nwatu Enemanna is a self-employed freelance consultant in the Washington DC metro area. She joins the show following a recommendation from #FiveFavorites co-host Amir Zonozi. She has a BS from George Mason University and (officially) began her professional career in 2009.  Hear her story on this week's episode.  This Week on Why I Social, Ijeoma and I discuss: The path that led her to freel...