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Under Embargo Podcast
Welcome to 🎙️Under Embargo—the no fluff, no filters, no f*cks given communications podcast.
PR and communications have never been messier. AI is ruining brand voice, CEOs’ hot takes matter more than actual products, and the best media relationships happen in DMs (where LinkedIn holds more sway than The Wall Street Journal.)
Meanwhile, comms pros are now ghostwriters, social strategists, prompt engineers, and trend forecasters all at once—but we still have to elbow our way to the boardroom table.
Welcome to Under Embargo—the podcast where Becca Chambers (corporate comms powerhouse, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, and ADHD queen) and Parry Headrick (Crackle PR agency founder, media whisperer, and professional sh*t-stirrer) say the quiet part out loud about PR, communications, and the insanity in between.
With decades of experience and a mutual allergy to corporate BS, Becca and Parry bring unfiltered takes, sharp industry insights, and battle-tested wisdom from both the agency and in-house trenches of communications.
No fluff.
No press releases that no one will read.
And definitely no thought leadership hot takes written by ChatGPT.
New episodes drop whenever we feel like it (or get our act together).
🎙️ Under Embargo: No fluff. No filters. No f*cks given.
Under Embargo Podcast
Introducing the 'Under Embargo' Podcast: No fluff, No F's Given
### The Birth of "Under Embargo" Podcast: Cracking Through Industry Norms
In the inaugural episode of the "Under Embargo" podcast, hosts Becca and Parry explore their motives and expectations in launching a platform that promises to dissect, analyze, and potentially disrupt the communications industry. Their dialogue unfolds as a candid exploration of their personal and professional backgrounds, providing listeners with a rich context behind their viewpoints and visions for the podcast.
### A Joint Venture Rooted in Authenticity
The podcast kicks off with Parry and Becca outlining the purpose behind their collaborative project. They aim to cut through pervasive industry jargon and superfluous tactics, focusing instead on elevating professionals to boardroom levels without resorting to deceit. Their banter quickly reveals a dynamic partnership where Parry’s experiences in tech PR complement Becca’s corporate communication insights, suggesting that listeners can expect a holistic take on industry issues.
### Reshaping Communication Narratives
Both hosts emphasize their desire to reshape how communication roles are perceived and carried out within the industry. Becca and Parry discuss their non-traditional paths into their careers, highlighting challenges like navigating educational disruptions and leveraging unconventional strengths. These personal anecdotes serve as a foreground to their broader ambition of fostering a communications landscape that values authenticity, strategic thinking, and substantive contributions over titular positions.
### The Power of Authentic Narratives
Central to the episode is a theme of leveraging one’s unique experiences and background to bring authenticity to the communication field. Parry shares his compelling journey from a challenging childhood to establishing his own PR agency, emphasizing the value of genuine narratives in business success. Similarly, Becca reflects on her experience of transforming perceived academic weaknesses into a distinctive career advantage, advocating for a recognition of diverse cognitive approaches within professional settings.
### Vision for Future Episodes
The dialogue ends with a forward-looking discussion on the evolution of the podcast. With plans to include diverse voices from the industry and explore varied facets of communication and PR, Becca and Parry invite listeners to contribute ideas and participate in upcoming discussions. Their vision for "Under Embargo" is clearly set on challenging norms and encouraging a more inclusive and empathetic approach to professional communication.
As the episode wraps up, listeners are left with a clear sense of the podcast’s direction – one that promises to interweave personal insights with professional foresight, potentially setting a new bar for industry discussions.
