Why I Social

On this week's episode, Chris has an apology. Also, Snap is in trouble...again.  This week's Five Favorites:  1.  Yet another video claims to offer a look at the iPhone 8's design in black  [9to5Mac] 2. Facebook's willingness to copy rivals' apps seen as hurting innovation  [Washington Post]  3.  Another record low for Snap after 14% drop post-earnings   [TechCrunch] 4.  BuzzFeed is launching a li...

On this week's episode, we gave you access to the episode a day early because we're nice guys (and Chris is busy running eduWeb Digital Summit this week). Also, it's rumored that Google offered 30 billion for Snapchat. Serious cash. We would have taken it.  This week's Five Favorites:  1. Hottie with a poddy: VCs give Gimlet the greenlight   [The Hustle] 2.  Spotify crosses 60M paid subscribers as...

Maggie Rimnac is a digital marketing specialist at Motivation Excellence. When she isn't taking the lead on all digital marketing properties for Motivation Excellence - you may find her at the gym power-lifting or building and participating communities of women on social media (and beyond).   Hear her story on this week's episode.  And of course, Why Does She Social?!  Share  your thoughts on this...

On this week's episode, we have a lot of fun. Really, it's not an understatement. There's a lot of fun in this episode. Do a shot every time we say fun and you'll realize how much fun we have. Also, we go into Taco Mode at one point.  This week's Five Favorites:  1. The Tesla Model 3 interior doesn't look like any car you've ever seen   [The Verge] 2. YouTube's head of music confirms YouTube Red a...

Dave Banks is President of Think Tank Marketing and an editor at GeekDad.com . He's also moderated panels at SXSWedu, PAX East and PAX West. He (and his daughter) have also conducted interviews at SDCC.  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  iTunes ,  Stitcher Radio ,  Google  and  O...

On this week's episode, Amir has strong feelings about Best Buy. Also, Pokemon Go channels it's inner Fyre Festival.  This week's Five Favorites:  1. YouTube is getting rid of its video editor because no one uses it   [The Verge] 2. HDMI 2.1 - What You Need To Know [CNet]  3. Apple Shows Off New Emojis on World Emoji Day [TechCrunch]  4. Amazon Launches Spark, a shoppable feed of stories and photo...

On this week's episode, Amir is very late. Also, winter would have come - if Amir wasn't late.  This week's Five Favorites:  1. Amazon May Give App Developers Access to Alexa Audio Recordings   [The Verge] 2. Amazon Sold 3x as many Echo Devices During Prime Day As It Did Last Year [AdWeek]  3. Facebook Makes Messenger Ads Available Globally [Social Media Today]  4. Twitter Users Sue President Trum...

Paul Spratt is a stand-up comedian living in New York City. Originally from the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton area, Paul moved to NYC (with a bit of advice from comedian Bill Burr...more about that on the podcast) and has been building his career in the city that never sleeps.  Hear his story on this week's episode.  And of course, Why Does He Social?!  Share  your thoughts on this week's episode with  #W...

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...