SportsPR Podcast

We weren't planning to do a podcast this week, but this one sorta happened so who are we to say no? Episode 36 features Peter Stringer, the VP for Digital Media with the Boston Celtics. Peter and Chris discuss his humble beginnings with NESN to his time as the Celtics.com editor and now to his current role as Vice President for Digital Media. Oh, and we also spend time on the NFL's ridiculous social media restrictions. Enjoy! Follow Chris Yandle on Twitter, @ChrisYandle.

He's number 21 in your Duke media guide, but number 1 in your hearts. ESPN college basketball analyst Jay Bilas and Chris have a candid conversation about the start of the NCAA, college athletics, amateurism, and what's next for the college athletics enterprise.

We take a brief respite from the world of digital sports as we delved into the bottomless black hole that is Bravo TV. My wife Ashleigh makes her (brief) podcasting debut and then we refocused on Twitter Live, challenges facing college athletic departments in the digital space, and the ridiculousness of Pokemon GO and FOMO.

If you've watched "Last Chance U" on Netflix, then you're familiar with Brittany Wagner, the academic counselor at East Mississippi Community College. She is a breath of fresh air for us academic administrators. She genuinely cares about the student-athlete as a student and as a person. The academic struggles in community college athletics are real and this series brought those struggles to life. LINKS: Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chrisyandle Facebook: http:/www.facebook.com/chrisyandle Snapchat: http://www.snapchat.com/add/chris_yandle

Chris and "recovering" sportswriter Kami Mattioli (now the social media manager for WME | IMG) have an honest discussion about Hope Solo, NBC's coverage of the Rio Olympic games, sexism in media coverage, the Daily Beast's unethical move, and more. ******* Follow Chris on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chrisyandle Follow Chris on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chrisyandle Follow Chris on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/chrisyandle Follow Chris on Snapchat: chris_yandle Learn more about Chris' consulting firm, Maximus. Strategic Consulting, at www.maximusstrategy.com.

In the final of a three-part series from the Sports PR Summit at Twitter Headquarters, Chris chats with Tagboard CEO Josh Decker, who - ironically enough - was verified on Twitter during the summit. Chris and Josh talk about the power of social media, Tagboard integration at the Minnesota Vikings' new stadium, and, yes, the health benefits of Pokemon GO.

Part 2 of Chris' three-part series from the #SportsPRSummit's Social Media Workshop features Opendorse CEO Blake Lawrence, the Summit's Lauren Teague, and UFC social director Shanda Maloney. All three were presenters in San Francisco and offered compelling insight. Social Media Links http://www.twitter.com/chrisyandle http://www.facebook.com/chrisyandle http://www.linkedin.com/in/cyandle http://www.instagram.com/chrisyandle

Chris sat down with the Pac-12 Network's social director Justin Karp and video director Candice Coots to learn more about the Pac-12 Network's focus on "joy" and "exuberance" in their social content strategy. Justin, Candice and digital director Sam Silverstein were one of the featured panel groups at the 2016 Sports PR Summit Social Media Workshop at Twitter HQ in San Francisco. Be sure to follow Justin (@jskarp), Candice (@candicecoots), Sam (@samsdeal), and the Pac-12 Network (@pac12network) on Twitter.

We're trying some new things on the #SportsPR Podcast, so Episode 29 with Alex Restrepo of the New Orleans Saints and the New Orleans Pelicans features no intro or intro music. Why? Well, the podcast was recorded inside Chris' car in the middle of a New Orleans rain storm with none of his usual equipment. The candid conversation was so good that we had to post it the same day. Chris and Alex discuss the challenges of running the social accounts for TWO professional sports teams, Alex's career path, and we briefly mentioned fellow Louisianian Britney Spears. An amazing conversation that is a must-listen. You can follow Alex Restrepo at @Repo or you can find "him" on other social platforms with the Saints and the Pelicans.

After #SportsPR Podcast host Chris Yandle and Kristi Dosh dish about The Bachelorette, Kristi shares her story about losing her job and adapting her skills to become a versatile writing force in college sports business.

Episode 28 is the first podcast episode that includes The Bachelorette, career advice, resume writing and networking tips all in one location. Kristi Dosh joined Chris Yandle on the podcast to dish about live-tweeting the Bachelorette, as well as offer her advice to sports professionals on branding, writing and the art of networking. You can follow Kristi Dosh on Twitter, @SportsBizMiss.

BREAKING NEWS: Twitter will no longer include links and photos in its 140-character count so we get 23 characters back. What will Samantha Hughey do with the "extra" characters? "I'd bring back the Oxford comma in my posts." We approve. Chris and Samantha discuss Twitter's impending announcement, "live tweeting" historic events, and what events would make up her Social Media Olympics Games. Be sure to follow Samantha on Twitter, @SamanthaHughey.

In a preview of Episode 27, Chris Yandle and Team USA's Samantha Hughey discuss Twitter giving us back 23 characters (YAY!) and live-tweeting Joe DiMaggio's hit streak (breaking news?!?).

From favorite karaoke songs to the emoji that best describes him, Boston College's Mark Majewski joins the podcast to discuss college sports information's future problem. Plus, the two discuss GIFs, the plight of social media managers and more. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate the #SportsPR Podcast on iTunes.

In a preview of Episode 26, Chris Yandle and Boston College's Mark Majewski breakdown the past of college "sports information" and the future of account executive profiles in college athletics.

I kick off "Season 2" of my #SportsPR Podcast with my personal battle with depression and anxiety. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental health is important and we need to take care of ourselves and seek the help we need. I hope my story can help other people get the help they need.

Chris and Jessica have the debate to end all debates: how much is too much when it comes to animated GIFs? Also, we discuss Twitter play-by-play, brands and real-time marketing, and the strategies teams should employ when it comes to social media. You can follow Jessica and all of her great insight on Twitter, @WarJessEagle.

Chris del Conte gets "it." What's it? The Athletic Director at TCU is as real of a person as you'll come by in college athletics. This description for this podcast won't do any justice to the conversation we had. Albeit less than 30 minutes, I could have talked to Chris for hours. I look forward to more in-depth conversations in the future. Follow Chris del Conte on Twitter, @_delconte.

Ryan Bamford is close to concluding his first year as the Director of Athletics at UMass. Bamford revisits his first 10 months on the job, advice from his parents, the future of college athletics, his French Bulldog, and leadership styles. Bamford is very active on Twitter; you call follow him at @UMassADBamford. Tell him Chris sent you.

Sports Illustrated writer Richard Deitsch joined the #SportsPR Podcast to share his thoughts on the current state of the media landscape, personal branding for media members on Twitter, and the importance of good writing for college students. You can follow Richard on Twitter, @RichardDeitsch. He also hosts the SI Media Podcast which is available on Soundcloud and iTunes.