Craig Lucie

Excited to share the new redesigned http://www.pbs.org! Check it out! Launched this morning, this new version of PBS.org features an updated look with dynamic visuals and a full-width video player. The redesign aims to increase audience reach by creating an immersive browsing experience with seamless integrated video previews to help users discover new content.  Additional redesign highlights are:    New “My Station” page highlighting local Live TV streams, most-watched shows in your region, and more from your local PBS station.  New genre categories navigation allowing users to browse featured and recommended content on topics like Drama, Documentaries, Home & How-To, Food, The Best of Passport, and many more.  New tabbed layout on show and video pages to more easily explore Episodes, Clips & Previews, and Collections.  New main/utility navigation with highlighted Donate button.  New badging for video thumbnails: New, Now Playing, and Up Next. 

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Check out these New #Podcast Releases 11Sep24 BlkPodNews by the Black Podcasters Association

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I have a client who lives in North Carolina and since the hurricane, has been dedicating most of her time to relief efforts. She asked me if we could delay her launch. My response? "Yes, definitely. For how long?" When I have discovery calls with people who want to launch, they often ask how long the process takes. I say, "60 days but with plenty of room for flexibility." I know stuff happens 🤷‍♀️ Your kids (and inevitably you) get sick. You have a loved one pass away. You run up against some major mindset blocks. Your website gets hacked (this literally happened to a client). Or, God forbid, a natural disaster hits. When this happens, I don't take it personally. I do everything I can to make my clients feel confident and supported throughout the rest of the launch. 💜 This is one example of what it means to me to be #heartcentered! What does it mean to you? Wanna learn more about my launch services? Click here: https://lnkd.in/gBKHpU9B

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Media friends! 11Alive FOX5 WAGA CNBC Scripps News CNN There is lots of breaking news to cover today. Here's one more for you. MEDIA ADVISORY INTERVIEWS AVAILABLE: Travis Stone – FODAC Disaster Relief Coordinator Chris Brand – Executive Director of FODAC BROLL- trucks on site being loaded & leaving for FLA, SC & NC URGENT: FODAC Mobilizes Disaster Relief Shipments to GA SC & NC in Response to FEMA Request Following Hurricane Helene WHAT: Friends of Disabled Adults and Children (FODAC) is responding to an urgent request from FEMA for over 1,000 oxygen tanks, concentrators, and other durable medical equipment (DME) in the wake of Hurricane Helene. FODAC is preparing two shipments this morning—one bound for Florida, and the other for FEMA to distribute across South Carolina and North Carolina. This rapid response is part of FODAC’s long-standing commitment to supporting individuals with disabilities during natural disasters. The team is scrambling to prepare and ship equipment to affected areas as quickly as possible to meet the overwhelming demand. WHY: With the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, many individuals along the East Coast, from South Carolina to North Carolina, are in immediate need of essential medical supplies, including oxygen tanks and concentrators. FODAC is rapidly mobilizing to meet these critical needs, providing life-saving equipment to individuals with disabilities and medical conditions who have been impacted by the storm. WHEN: Shipments are being prepared today for immediate dispatch. One truck will be sent to Florida with durable medical equipment, while another shipment will be picked up by FEMA for distribution across the Carolinas. WHERE: FODAC's shipments will originate from its Tucker, GA facility, with delivery routes spanning Florida, South Carolina, and North Carolina. FODAC is seeking media coverage of this critical relief effort and will provide updates as the shipments progress. For more information, please visit http://www.fodac.org. #FODACRelief #HurricaneHeleneRecovery #DisasterRelief #EmergencyResponse #MedicalAid #DisabilitySupport #FEMAResponse #OxygenForAll #DMEforDisasterRelief #HelpingCommunities #HurricaneRecovery #FODACinAction #SupportTheSoutheast #GAReliefEfforts #SCReliefEfforts #NCReliefEfforts #FloridaRelief

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On this episode we hear the latest Little Things from Seth, we have a Which Stick Gets Your Lick from Sonia and we answer some more Producers Club questions. https://lnkd.in/dCjBMmNy

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How did I build a six figure #media production and advisory firm in less than 3 years? It wasn’t just selling “video solutions” for business problems… It was done by asking the right questions, balancing what the client wants, and understanding what their audience needs. This clip is from the Howard County Chamber & Maryland Chamber of Commerce Small Business Summit where I had an opportunity to speak on this topic. The key takeaway? By investing in #empathy and #communication to solve nuanced people problems first, you can improve the experience and outcomes of every touch point 10X. That’s when scripting #videos becomes worthwhile. Any questions? Happy Monday! #strategiccommunications #mediastrategy #videoproduction #publicspeaking #Veteranowned #personalbranding #UXdesign #video

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My latest for MSNBC: How Live Nation-Ticketmaster became the villain of our time. "The Biden administration, along with a bipartisan group of 30 state attorneys general, filed suit Thursday against Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster. The lawsuit seeks to break up what the government claims is an illegal monopoly. The main reaction from everyone — well, almost everyone — has been: It’s about time ...The word “Ticketmaster” has become shorthand for how companies with monopolistic control over a market segment degrade American life. ... As Jonathan Kanter, the head of the Justice Department’s anti-trust division, put it in a news release announcing the case, “The live music industry in America is broken because Live Nation-Ticketmaster has an illegal monopoly.” It’s not possible to say no to Ticketmaster, not if you want to see a live show. They’ve stuck their greedy snout in so many parts of the process, they are all but impossible to avoid. Little wonder CNBC’s Jim Cramer, hardly an avid trustbuster, said Thursday that he has long recommended the company’s stock because “it’s the best gouger in the world.” (“Alleged gouger,” he quickly added.) .... The few defending the company seem half-hearted at best. Their complaint, on both the left and the right, seems to amount to “doesn’t the Biden administration have anything more serious to do with their time?” That reaction misunderstands the situation. First, the rule of law matters, even when we’re discussing something as frivolous and discretionary as concert tickets. Second, many Americans quite reasonably think no one in government listens to — never mind addresses — their political and economic concerns. That’s the sentiment that got Donald Trump elected to the White House in 2016 and could do so again this year. Ever-growing monopolies are a major part of this problem. The Biden administration, to its credit and to the fury of both Wall Street and Silicon Valley, is pursuing anti-trust violations with a vigor not seen in decades. The Federal Trade Commission recently filed suit against the proposed merger of grocery store giants Kroger and Albertsons, arguing that it will raise grocery prices and harm workers. The DOJ has filed anti-trust suits against Google and Apple and already stopped a proposed JetBlue-Spirit merger in court. As companies become dominant in a market, costs surge even as the quality of the service on offer declines. Live Nation-Ticketmaster has come to symbolize how large and increasingly unaccountable corporations diminish our lives even as they gouge us financially. Combined with our post-Covid party-hardy ways, the issue has turned into political dynamite. Live Nation-Ticketmaster’s executives should have recalled a basic business adage: Pigs get fed while hogs get slaughtered." #Ticketmaster #LiveNation #Monopolies https://lnkd.in/gGvGGAc2

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https://lnkd.in/grKaBdzb Tune in to today's episode of "Let's Just Talk" with your host, Kathryn Raaker, for insightful discussions with two exceptional guests! Our first guest is Dan Perkins, Author, Radio and TV Personality, and regular expert on the show. Dan is passionate about discussing political, health, and wellness issues. A few years ago, Dan wrote a book for children ages 9-12 called Why Can’t Grammy Remember Me, which helps them understand Dementia and Alzheimer's. As people live longer, more families face the challenge of explaining these complex issues to young ones. Dan will also dive into the growing concern around Young Onset Dementia, a condition he has been researching extensively. This topic is increasingly important for families and communities! Our second guest is Sam Anthony, Owner, Writer, and Citizen Journalist at [yournews]. Sam’s platform is revolutionizing the way we receive local news, offering real stories from real people in every zip code across the U.S. He’ll share the journey behind the creation of Your News and explain how it's transforming the news landscape by providing trusted, hyper-local news coverage. Don’t miss these engaging and thought-provoking discussions! #LetsJustTalk #KathrynRaaker #DanPerkins #WhyCantGrammyRememberMe #DementiaAwareness #YoungOnsetDementia #SamAnthony #YourNews #CitizenJournalism #LocalNews #TrustedNews #HealthAndWellness #AlzheimersAwareness

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https://lnkd.in/get5aWv9 Tune in to "Let's Just Talk" with your host, Kathryn Raaker, as we discuss important topics with our insightful guests. Our first guest, the esteemed Dr. Franziska Haydanek, OB-GYN, is here to enlighten us during National Women’s Health Awareness Month. Dr. Fran will share her unique perspective on how women can take charge of their well-being and make informed decisions about their health. Amidst the sea of health information, she'll provide practical advice on self-care, essential medical appointments, and key questions to ask your healthcare provider. #WomensHealth #HealthAwareness #Empowerment #SelfCare Next, we're thrilled to have Erron Stark, ADP's Vice President and General Manager of Small Business Services, joining us. In light of National Small Business Week, we're spotlighting small businesses' resilience and innovation. Stark will delve into how small business owners harness the power of data and embrace cutting-edge technologies like AI to streamline operations, creating more time for strategic initiatives and growth. Discover the pressing concerns of small business owners and their invaluable contributions to the economy. #SmallBusinessWeek #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinesses #EconomicImpact Wrapping up our show, Tom Liberatore, Director of the Office of Enforcement and Compliance with The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), sheds light on "Moving Missteps and Exposing Relocation Scams." With a staggering increase in complaints against moving companies and brokers, Tom will discuss the FMCSA's efforts to crack down on fraudulent practices and protect consumers. Please stay informed and protect your relocation experience. #MovingScams #ConsumerProtection #FraudPrevention #FMCSA

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https://lnkd.in/gmVyaJNE Join us for another insightful episode of "Let's Just Talk!" with syndicated host Kathryn Raaker. Join us as we welcome Dan Perkins, a political and current events expert featured on our TV and radio shows. Dan will delve into the recent guilty verdict in the New York trial of former President Trump, offering his insights on the verdict's aftermath and his predictions for the upcoming sentencing on July 11th. With his extensive background as a registered investment advisor, best-selling author, political commentator, and media personality, Dan provides a well-rounded perspective. He is also the founder of the 501c3 organization Songs and Stories for Soldiers and the owner of Dan Perkins Media. Next, we have Raul Luis, owner and operator of Birrieria Chalio’s, a renowned Birria restaurant. Raul's family founded the first Birrieria in the United States, with locations now in California and Texas. Raul is passionate about educating the public on the cultural and traditional significance of Birria. He is also part of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program in Long Beach, CA, which supports small business growth and job creation. Lastly, we’ll be joined by Andy Esser, a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones. Andy will discuss essential information about 529 plans, a topic of great relevance for families planning for their children's education. Despite their importance for education savings, new research from Edward Jones reveals that half of Americans don’t know what a 529 plan is, and fewer than a quarter have one. Moreover, only 25% of adults are aware that 529 plans can be used for more than just higher education. Andy will address these misconceptions and highlight how families can benefit from these plans. Prepare for an episode packed with expert opinions and valuable information you won't want to miss! #LetsJustTalk #KathrynRaaker #DanPerkins #TrumpVerdict #BirrieriaChalios #RaulLuis #SmallBusiness #GoldmanSachs10000SmallBusinesses #AndyEsser #EdwardJones #529Plans #CollegeSavings #FinancialPlanning #PoliticalCommentary #CulturalHeritage #EducationSavings #FinancialLiteracy #ExpertGuests

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Marketing departments can help journalists engage and reach new audiences! Newsrooms can help marketing hone their message around a mission of public service. Here's a great read with some actionable tips from Alisa Barba: https://lnkd.in/g7aFkyim

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#TalkBackToTelevision, sponsored by Operative and Leap Media Group LLC welcomes Jon Giegengack from our sponsor Hub Entertainment Research. We dig into the @YouTube question, which is actually a lot more complex than it looks on the surface. YouTube’s free #TrojanHorse platform certainly draws in millions of viewers. But do they have the #will, the #desire and the TV #MarketingChops to exploit that and drive subscription content for their own premium services and for those of their partners?

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Check out this week's episode of Question Everything: "The Journalist and the Firefighter."

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