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The PR & Lattes podcast is your jolt of information on everything related to PR and communications. Join host Matisse Hamel-Nelis and her latte as she dives deeper into issues and topics important to communicators today with industry experts and thought leaders. No topic is off-limits. Subscribe to be one of the first to hear new episodes that drop every Thursday morning.
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On the In Culture podcast, we go behind the scenes with artists, gamers, musicians, designers, athletes, and visionaries in their fields to share a real-world look at how they’re shaping culture. In our latest podcast series, Variations on a theme, we explore the life and legacy of Sol LeWitt. We’ll cover key themes in LeWitt’s work and explore how his approach still influences some of the creative pioneers shaping the 21st century. Variations on a theme is a companion to the Sol LeWitt App, ...
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Produced by the CareersPLUS program at Society for the Blind, we discuss all things blindness related. CareersPLUS is designed for young adults and high school students to prepare for high school, college and their career of choice.The goal of this podcast is to advocate and educate while fostering a sense of confidence in youth to pursue college and the careers of their choice through interactive, dynamic learning experiences. For more information please visit the CareersPLUS page at: https ...
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Katie Zeppieri, the founder and chief brand strategist of The MicDrop Agency, about all things branding. About Katie Zeppieri Katie Zeppieri is a 2x TEDx speaker, author, social influencer, media personality, and founder and chief brand strategist of The MicDrop Agency, an award-winning an…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Eugene Woo, the CEO of Venngage, about easy ways to create accessible documents while comparing the various platforms used today. About Eugene Woo As an engineer with a passion for visual storytelling, Eugene Woo recognized the challenges many faced in design. This inspired him to master i…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Jacquie Severs, Durham Region's Manager of Marketing and Tourism, about all things tourism PR. About Jacquie Severs Jacquie Severs is the Manager of Marketing and Tourism for the Regional Municipality of Durham's economic development and tourism division, known as Invest Durham and Durham …
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A latte with Linda Andross, ABC, MC
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Linda Andross, ABC, MC, co-owner/managing partner of independent agencies APEX PR and ruckus Digital + Design, about all things PR today. About Linda Andross, ABC, MC Recognized by the G&M’s inaugural Report on Business ranking of Canada’s Top 400 Growing Independent Companies, Linda is a …
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Send us a Text Message. In this final episode of the Global Accessibility Awareness Day series, Matisse chats with Lisa Riemers, an independent communication, content, and digital workplace consultant who specializes in digital accessibility. About Lisa Riemers Lisa Riemers is an independent communication, content and digital workplace consultant w…
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GAAD Special - A latte with Fiona Murphy
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Fiona Murphy, founder of the Accessible Communications Collective, about all things accessible content. About Fiona Murphy Fiona Murphy is an award-winning writer and editor based in Sydney, Australia. She is the founder of the Accessible Communications Collective, which is making the inte…
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GAAD Special - A latte with Chad Chelius and Dax Castro
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Chad Chelius, ADS, and Dax Castro, ADS, two accessible document experts and host of the accessibility podcast CHAX Chat. About Chad Chelius, ADS Chad Chelius is a trainer, author, consultant, speaker, Director of Training Solutions and Principal at Chax Training and Consulting. He resides …
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Karl Groves, a pragmatic solution-finder and thought leader in the accessibility industry, about issues with what is being sold as accessibility overlays. About Karl Groves With 20 years of experience in web development, usability, and accessibility, Karl Groves is widely regarded as a pra…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Sandi Gauder, a web accessibility specialist, about everything PR and communications professionals need to know about web accessibility. About Sandi Gauder Sandi Gauder focuses on removing barriers in the digital learning environment, starting with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines …
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GAAD Special - A latte with Ashley Nemeth
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Ashley Nemeth, a senior communications strategist and writer for PR & Lattes, about accessibility and communications as someone who is Deafblind. About Ashley Nemeth Ashley Nemeth is a passionate advocate and visionary leader dedicated to creating a more accessible world for herself and fu…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Brent Colmer, founder of Creator Services, about content creation, digital marketing, and influencer relations. About Brent Colmer Brent Colmer is an entrepreneur who works as an online influencer and owns a digital marketing agency. He started as an online influencer/content creator in mi…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Angela Dwyer, Head of Insights at Fullintel, about all things data and metrics in PR and communications. About Angela Dwyer Angela Dwyer is Head of Insights at Fullintel—a media intelligence company specializing in news monitoring and analysis. As a measurement expert, she helps brands imp…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Brands Over Brews host and marketing extraordinaire Pat Cooper about all things digital marketing strategy. About Pat Cooper Pat Cooper is a seasoned Digital Marketing Strategist with nearly a decade of experience helping brands redefine their marketing strategy to lower customer acquisiti…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with DRPR founder Daisy Raudales about agency life and owning her business within Durham Region. About Daisy Raudales Daisy Raudales is a leader in the communications field. Holding a Communications and Digital Media degree and an Advanced Diploma in Public Relations (PR), Daisy has gained exte…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Samiha Fariha about all things media relations. About Samiha Fariha Samiha Fariha is a senior associate at Golin, a global public relations agency. Previously, she worked as a senior consultant at FleishmanHillard HighRoad, a global PR agency, and before that, for three years as an account…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Australian communications expert Mel Loy about all things internal communications and change management. About Mel Loy Mel Loy is the founder and owner of Hey Mel! Communication & Training, a small agency with big energy based in Brisbane, Australia. After more than 20 years in in-house co…
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Recently, during our weekly Thursday meeting CareersPLUS welcomed Chris and Liz from Penny Forward for what was a fun and fantastic interactive Zoom conversation all about the real deal of managing money like a pro. Penny Forward is a non-profit that's all about financial empowerment for the blind community! This episode was recorded during our wee…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Linda Flynn, MA Leadership, CFRE, about her experience with fund development and the importance of relationship building. About Linda Flynn Linda has spent more than 30 years working for local and national not-for-profit organizations. She has raised tens of millions of dollars for social …
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Josh Terry about all things issues management, case studies, and the fine line between it and crisis management. About Joshua Terry Josh, Manager of External Communications at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, has nearly 15 years of experience in communications, leading media relations, i…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with PRofessional & Coffees founder Carolina Salinas about her networking initiative for up-and-coming PR professionals and the impact it's having on their professional growth. About Carolina Salinas Carolina Salinas is the founder and host of PRofessionals & Coffee. A former international stud…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Lumino's founding partner, Rhiannon Ruff, about the power Wikipedia has in communications and how we, as professional communicators, need to understand better and strategize how to make the most out of it. About Rhiannon Ruff Rhiannon Ruff is a co-founder of the digital agency Lumino and t…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with web copy extraordinaire Maddy Aucoin about the nuances of copywriting for the web. About Maddy Aucoin A former higher-education professional, Maddy started her second business, By Maddy Aucoin, to help brands write copy without relying on sales gimmicks or overexaggerated claims. Maddy is …
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Urmi Hossain, CFA, about social media's role in the financial sector and the fine line between what organizations and entrepreneurs post and the regulations in place. About Urmi Hossain Urmi Hossain is Bengali by blood and Italian by birth. She works in the financial services industry in C…
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The EyeCanPod podcast has been on summer vacation, but our Podcasters have been busy discussing their favorite, go to assistive technology devices and are excited to share our compiled list and thoughts with all of you in this our special back to school episode of the EyeCanPod podcast. From touch typing with Yess Accessible’s Fun with TypeAbility …
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with PR & Lattes' student writers Ally Medeiros, Meagan Poole and Rebeca Blyde about returning for their final semester and talking about their journeys to PR. Connect with Ally: LinkedIn: Ally Medeiros Email: medeirosxally@gmail.com Connect with Rebeca: LinkedIn: Rebeca Blyde Email: blyderebec…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's extra-long episode, Matisse is chatting with Barry Waite, the executive dean for the Faculty of Media, Art and Design at Durham College, about his illustrious career and PR education trends. Barry is an educator, communications professional, and committed volunteer with over 30 years of experience with various org…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with Dawn Salter, program coordinator and professor of Advertising and Marketing Communications at Durham College, about everything advertising, marketing and PR. Dawn has an extensive marketing communications and account management background, having worked at various advertising agencies on n…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse chats with brand photographer Leah Smith about the importance of self-branding, owning your visual brand, and her top tips for a great headshot. Leah, who used to be a corporate HR recruiter, started her business, Leah Smith Branding Photography, following the birth of her daughter. She wanted to sho…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS’ Government Relations and Communications Advisor Paige Hoveling, CRAE, SCMP, about good PR within associations and the importance of advocacy strategies. Paige Hoveling is a senior housing industry advocate and leader. She has experience in creating and executing communica…
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Send us a Text Message. Matisse chats with CULTR Founder and President Ali Ryan about all things social media, including current and upcoming social media trends. Connect with Ali: Web: CultrCreative.co Instagram: @cultrcreative.co New episodes every Thursday Let's connect: @PRAndLattes @MatisseNelis…
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Send us a Text Message. Matisse chats with Pink Palm MarCom's Jennifer Gaskell about how she turned her career experiences and passion into a career and business she loves. Connect with Jennifer by visiting her websites: Pink Palm MarCom Pink Palm Travel New episodes every Thursday Let's connect: @PRAndLattes @MatisseNelis…
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Send us a Text Message. Matisse celebrates World Social Media Day by chatting with Squarely Accessible founder Kelly Thibodeau about the importance of accessible social media content. New episodes every Thursday Let's connect: @PRAndLattes @MatisseNelisBy Matisse Hamel-Nelis
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Send us a Text Message. Matisse chats with comms extraordinaire Felicia Empey about finding your career truths and building the career you want. New episodes every Thursday Let's connect: @PRAndLattes @MatisseNelisBy Matisse Hamel-Nelis
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Matisse sits down with Craft Public Relations' Avery Smith to chat about her journey in public relations as well as the agency's unique initiative, Creative for a Cause, a 24-hour hackathon-style competition that challenges teams of students to put their creative thinking skills to use in support of First Bo…
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A New World: GAAD, The Pandemic and Distance Learning
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Since 2011, each year, the third Thursday in May is Global Accessibility Awareness Day. Every user deserves a first-rate digital experience on the web. Someone with a disability must be able to experience web-based services, content and other digital products with the same successful outcome as those without disabilities. This awareness and commitm…
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Send us a Text Message. In this quick teaser episode, PR & Lattes host Matisse Hamel-Nelis chats about what inspired her to create the podcast.By Matisse Hamel-Nelis
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In this episode we talk about audio description, what it is/means to us and what makes it awesome! Did you know there are so many different areas that audio description is used in? It isn’t just in movies, but it is also utilized in live performances - like a ballet, or broadway show, video games, game shows, TV series, or episodes, educational vid…
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Send us a Text Message.By Matisse Hamel-Nelis
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This month CareersPLUS has been exploring the world of relationships and for a lot of us, sighted and blind, young and old, the world of inter-personal relationships is a lot like taking a test, uncomfortable, anxiety inducing and something none of us look forward to. Put blindness, the internet, shyness, loving but sometimes overly protective pare…
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As you may or may not know January is National Braille Literacy month. During the past month, the folks at CareersPLUS have been having discussions about the importance of braille literacy, the history of braille and sharing their own journeys and this episode recorded January 2023. You can read Natalie’s blog on the APH Career Connect website at M…
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In this episode recorded December 2022 the folks at Careers PLUS reminisce about the holidays. We talk about our favorite ornaments, favorite memories, hopes for the future and are joined by a special guest, who shares a descriptive tour of his Christmas light extravaganza. This episode was recorded during our weekly meetings in December 2022. For …
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In this episode, we talk about guide dogs featuring an interview by Ana Reshma talking with Katie Phan, one part of a guide dog team, as she explains her life with her guide partner Princess Adobe. Be sure to follow and turn on notifications to be up to date with all our latest uploads. For more information about guide dogs please be sure to visit …
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Blindness Awareness and White Canes What do you think of when you hear about a cane? On today’s episode of the EyeCanPod, we celebrate Blindness Awareness Month and White Cane Safety Day by talking about white canes and what defines us apart from our disabilities. If you are interested in hearing more about our perspectives and experiences be sure …
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In this the inaugural episode of The CareersPLUS EyeCanPod podcast and with an emphasis on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access (DEIA), we invite you to get to know the hosts and creative team behind the CareersPLUS EyeCanPod podcast and program. Join us for a walk down memory lane with some extra special guests and learn the history of CareersP…
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Meet the EyeCanPod casters Our group has been working to set up the Eye Can Podcast since early 2022. The purpose of this podcast is to work together as a team to talk about various topics of interest and to educate and inspire others Our trailer is meant to introduce all the people involved with the podcast. Thank you for listening.…
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“I think as you grow as a craftsman, as an artist, your gestures become stronger. Your conviction becomes stronger. You can actually get to a place where you can make an impact with a very minimal thing,” says Daniel Humm of Eleven Madison Park in New York City. In this episode of Variations on a theme, host Dessane Lopez Cassell speaks to the accl…
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“We had to find what's that essential detail that really defines that garment as what it is and keep that, and all the other elements we were able to kind of strip away,” Jack McCollough says of the influence of Sol LeWitt’s approach to minimalism. In this episode of Variations on a theme, host Dessane Lopez Cassell speaks to the designer and his p…
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“So many things can influence how the songs will just shift a little bit in each place, and I found that really interesting when I read that about his philosophy behind his wall drawings,” Julianna Barwick says of the influence of Sol LeWitt’s artistic process. In this episode of Variations on a theme, host Dessane Lopez Cassell speaks to the compo…
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“A lot of people think that I was influenced to do conceptual art by looking at conceptual art, and that really wasn't the case. It was really a search for a certain sort of understanding of the self,” Charles Gaines says of his creative process. In this episode of Variations on a theme, host Dessane Lopez Cassell speaks to the pioneering visual ar…
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In a new podcast series, Variations on a theme, we explore the life and legacy of Sol LeWitt with host Dessane Lopez Cassell. Meet some of the creative pioneers channeling his influence and pushing it forward in their own work. For more information about Microsoft's In Culture podcast and to read the transcript, please visit: microsoft.com/incultur…
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