Who's This For

In this episode of Who's This For?, I sat down with the brilliant Julia Barton, a podcast story editor who has worked with some of the biggest names in the business, including Malcolm Gladwell. If you've ever wondered how to make your show a better listening experience, Julia is the person you want to talk to.

We get into the fascinating history of audio, a topic Julia explored during her Neiman Fellowship at Harvard. She's got this...

I’m joined on the podcast by multi-talented visual communicator, Branden Nall. We discuss his creative journey, from filming high school sports to becoming a professional photographer. Branden shares how his photography workflow adapts for different clients, whether he’s shooting a corporate event or a professional sports game. We also talk about how the final use of a photo, such as for a print ad versus social media, changes his ...

My guest, Micah Davis, is an incredible full-time video maker, and it was so clear how his outgoing nature and pure joy in community directly fuel the amazing work he creates. We talked about how his journey started with a slightly sneaky plan to get into music festivals for free, which actually birthed his super popular "Walkabout Talkabouts." These aren't your typical "gotcha" interviews; they're all about fostering real connecti...

In this "Who's This For" episode, I had a fantastic chat with my good friend, comedian Cullen Ryan, to really dig into what makes a comedian truly connect with an audience. We quickly got into the nitty-gritty of how top-tier performers go beyond just having great jokes. Cullen broke down how years of dedicated practice and meticulously honing their craft are the real secret sauce. It's about developing impeccable timing, precise p...

This week, we’re getting into the weeds (in the best way) of political communication with Wisconsin State Representative Jodi Emerson. How do you actually break through the noise online? What does it take to connect with people across increasingly stretched-out districts—and still sound like yourself? Jodi gets real about the pressure of having every word picked apart, the constant scramble for attention on social media, and why sh...

What does it truly take to connect, heart to heart? In the kickoff episode of "Who's this for?", we explore this question with our first guest, the prolific writer, professor, and documentarian B.J. Hollars. From the world of radio dramas to the impact of documenting a community's forgotten story, we discuss how to build bridges, foster inclusion, and leave a lasting impression. Tune in to learn why every message, whether intended ...