A bi-weekly podcast for leaders who want to get serious about using effective communications to advance their organizations. Don’t miss communications pros Rob Johnson, veteran broadcast news anchor and current President of Rob Johnson Communications, and Eileen Rochford, CEO of the strategic communications firm The Harbinger Group, discussing issues of the day and the communications implications they present for businesses and organizations. Goodpods Ranking: #3 in the Top 100 Public Relations Podcasts of All Time #5in Top 100 Digital Marketing Podcasts of All Time #7 in the Top 100 Branding Podcasts of All Time
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June 10, 202627 min
Overcommunicate: Meeting Them Where They Are
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Overcommunicate: https://www.amazon.com/Overcommunicate-Business-Executives-Aspiring-Leaders/dp/B0GWQ9XJNP
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June 9, 20260 min
Trailer: Overcommunicate: Meeting Them Where They Are
A leadership style that works for one employee may completely miss the mark for another. In this episode of Can You Hear Me?, co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson explore why adaptive leadership matters — and how meeting people where they are can strengthen communication, trust, and team performance. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show,
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May 27, 202630 min
Overcommunicate: The Illusion We are Communicating
Jeffrey M. McCall is a Professor of Communication at DePauw University. He is a public commentator on media and journalistic ethics and standards. He is a contributing op-ed columnist for The Hill. His columns have also appeared in USA Today, Indianapolis Star, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Chicago Tribune and dozens of other papers. He makes frequent appearances on radio, television and cable news outlets. He has been interviewed and quoted by over 125 newspapers nationwide, including the New York Times, USA Today, Los Angeles Times, Washington Post, Chicago Tribune and others.
McCall teaches courses in electronic journalism, communication ethics, media law, and media culture. He is the faculty supervisor of DePauw’s nationally recognized radio station, WGRE-FM. He has professional media experience as a radio news director and as a correspondent for National Public Radio.
McCall is the author of the book, Viewer Discretion Advised: Taking Control of Mass Media Influences, published by Rowman & Littlefield.
McCall earned a BA from DePauw University, an MA from the University of Illinois, and the PhD from the University of Missouri.
https://www.amazon.com/Overcommunicate-Business-Executives-Aspiring-Leaders/dp/B0GWQ9XJNP
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May 13, 202626 min
Can You Hear Me? 5th Anniversary Special
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-honesty-and-transparency-look-like-to-employees/id1567769910?i=1000721758657
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-local-news-still-matters-and-isnt-dead-yet/id1567769910?i=1000728168401
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wisdom-of-ignorance/id1567769910?i=1000730729820
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May 12, 20260 min
Trailer: CYHM 5th Anniversary Special
To celebrate five years of Can You Hear Me, co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson revisit some of their favorite conversations from the past year — from AI best practices and the future of newsrooms to the power of honesty, transparency, and the wisdom of ignorance. While each episode explores a different topic, they all share one goal: helping leaders become stronger, more effective communicators.
Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show, please consider subscribing and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform.Stay connected with us:Follow us on LinkedIn!Follow our co-host Eileen Rochford on Linkedin!Follow our co-host Rob Johnson on Linkedin!
April 29, 202628 min
A Family Affair: What Your Brand Says About You
About Kevin Connor:
Modern Strategic Branding + Communications
- Business owner with his sister Diane since 1999.
- We put the lessons of big business brands in the small business communications toolbox. Company works with companies and organizations who aspire to be great.
- Professionally branded communications can increase both top and bottom-line revenue for companies that care. This added credibility enhances an organization’s confidence and character with clients, prospects and, most importantly, employees.
- We’ve been helping companies and organizations express who you are, what you do and why you do it – with coordinated and consistent language and images. Bringing your brand to life, both on and offline, is what we do for our clients.
- Kevin volunteers with community groups, presents on the value of communications and networking in business success and works with high school and college students in preparing them for the workforce. He believes the ability to improve interpersonal skills is a talent everyone can develop and use to their advantage personally and professionally.
Remember, if you want to move products, services or ideas, you must learn how to move people.
Website: canyouhearmepod.podcastpage.io
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April 28, 20260 min
Trailer: A Family Affair: What Your Brand Says About You
On this episode of Can You Hear Me?, co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson sit down with brand strategist Kevin Connor to explore what your brand says about you, how brand building is evolving, and what it’s like to run a firm with family. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show,
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April 15, 202619 min
Calm Leadership in Crisis: Howard Karesh
Howard Karesh is a global communications leader with more than 30 years of experience helping organizations navigate complexity, from large-scale acquisitions and organizational change to high-stakes issues and employee engagement. He has served as Chief Communications Officer at TreeHouse Foods and previously led global communications for Hillrom through its acquisition by Baxter, partnering closely with CEOs and executive teams to bring clarity, alignment, and steady leadership in fast-moving environments. Earlier in his career, he held senior roles across corporate and agency settings, and has advised organizations through his own consultancy.
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April 14, 20260 min
Trailer: Calm Leadership in Crisis: Howard Karesh
In an era shaped by AI and misinformation, mastering crisis communication has never been more critical. Join co-hosts Rob Johnson and Eileen Rochford as they sit down with CCO Howard Karesh to explore what calm, effective leadership looks like when it matters most. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show,
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April 1, 202621 min
9 Trends Shaping Work in 2026 and Beyond
HBR Article: https://hbr.org/2026/02/9-trends-shaping-work-in-2026-and-beyond?ab=HP-hero-for-you-1
Paul Roetzer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulroetzer/
SmarterX: https://smarterx.ai/
Mike Kaput: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekaput/
The Artificial Intelligence Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-artificial-intelligence-show/id1548733275
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