Flack Talk

Flack Talk is a show that shares the stories of journalists from San Diego and across the nation. Host James Canning is a long-time communications FLACK who respects the role reporters play in our society and he is using his podcast to talk with them about their careers, the industry and life outside the newsroom. If you're a public relations pro, have a nose for news, or you're just nosey, this is the podcast for you!

Episode 25: Philip Mauriello Jr, Host, California Underground 08/02/2024

Episode 24: Jacqueline Sarkissian, Reporter, KTLA 5 06/11/2024

Episode 23: Joe Little, Director of Storytelling & News Reporter, NBC 7 San Diego 05/14/2024

Episode 22: Karlene Chavis, Chief Meteorologist, CBS 8 San Diego 04/30/2024

Episode 21: Darren Nichols, Columnist, Detroit Free Press & Founder, DNick Media 04/09/2024

Episode 20: Dear San Diego Interviews James Canning, Host of Flack Talk 11/18/2023

Episode 20: Dear San Diego Interviews James Canning, Host of Flack Talk and , the hosts of , recently invited me to be a guest on their show. I had a lot of fun talking about my career, cooking, painting, and Michigan summers. I am releasing my interview with Tony and Juan here on in case you want to learn some things about me you didn't know. Below is the Dear San Diego description from when my episode dropped. I hope you enjoy! James Canning Unveiling the Power of Crisis Communication: A Lesson from Detroit to San Diego Did you know that a regular guy from Detroit could end up in the heart of crisis communications, managing scandals for renowned leaders? I'd like you to meet James Canning, a man who has weathered countless storms in the world of PR and has some intriguing insights to share. My first encounter with James was a testament to the serendipity of life. I was in Detroit, exploring the nuances of public relations when a friend mentioned James and his astonishing journey. The idea of a regular guy navigating the intricate maze of crisis communication intrigued me, and I knew I had to meet him. As I sat down with James, what struck me most was his resilience. Through multiple challenges, from dealing with a scandal involving the Detroit mayor to managing a crisis for a renowned county leader in San Diego, he remained unflinching. His tales of standing up for leaders he believed in and taking bullets when necessary, left me in awe. The lighter side of his life, filled with personal anecdotes on cooking and sports, added a dimension of relatability to his persona. This is why you should tune in to this week's episode of Dear San Diego. You'll get to hear James's riveting journey, learn about the power of crisis communication, and its influential role on personal and professional life. Moreover, you'll uncover the value of building tangible relationships with journalists and their unique takes on life. Ready to dive into the world of PR and crisis communication with James? Here’s where you can listen. If you've been seeking insights and strategies to navigate crisis communications or just want to hear an engaging conversation, this episode is for you. Stay tuned, Tony and Juan /episode/index/show/fb984d6e-a16b-4fca-b07b-dc3e966fb33c/id/28700428

Episode 19: Humberto Gurmilan, Author & Former Telemundo Sports Anchor 10/17/2023

Episode 18: Jennifer Kastner, San Diego Business Journal, Reporter 10/03/2023

Episode 17: Journalism Job Seeker Series – Deborah Brennan, Former County Reporter, San Diego Union-Tribune 09/13/2023

Episode 17: Journalism Job Seeker Series – Deborah Brennan, Former County Reporter, San Diego Union-Tribune Deborah Brennan, a former County government reporter, at the time of recording had taken a buy-out from the San Diego Union-Tribune, after the paper was purchased by a news conglomerate. Her love of writing at an early age, and the formative writing done at her high school newspaper, along with an uncle who was a columnist propelled Deborah into journalism after graduating from U.C. Berkeley. Now a veteran reporter that has worked for the LA Times, LA Daily News, the Desert Sun and the San Diego Union Tribune, Deborah has covered the bread and butter of journalism – local government – for many years, but she has a passion for the environment and takes great pride in her reporting on climate change, air quality, water quality, green sea turtles kelp beds and salt flats. In this episode, we get into her work covering the Los Angeles Police Department after Rodney King was beaten by officers and the first Black Police Chief in LA took over. We also discuss her favorite places in San Diego to enjoy the outdoors; hear about her love of reading fantasy and historical fiction, and the short story she wrote that will soon be published in an anthology. Information from the Interview: Deborah’s San Diego Union-Tribune Bio & Articles: Deborah’s Linkedin Profile: Deborah’s Twitter: Leopard Sharks: Guitarfish: Elfin Forest: Lake Hodges: Listen to Flack Talk here: Spotify Apple Podcasts Amazon Music / Audible iHeart Radio Audacy Deezer Gaana Player FM FlackTalk.com YouTube.com/ #DeborahBrennan #SDUT #SanDiego #LeopardSharks #LaTimes #Journalism #SPJ #Shapeshifters #Selkie #SanGabrielValley #Scripps #NOAH #Guitarfish #ElfinForest #Lake Hodges #LADailyNews #Watchdog #BernardParks #RampartScandal #ChuckECheese #Ephemeral #Impactful #Affect #Effect /episode/index/show/fb984d6e-a16b-4fca-b07b-dc3e966fb33c/id/28022022