AI Challenges Continue
This past week has shown that without any AI regulation, we lack balance between enabling the potential benefits of artificial intelligence while minimizing its risks
PR & Pop Culture Creators Are Having A Moment
Revise your celebrity PR stories, because a media savvy public sees through the fluff
It's a Barbie (movie marketing) world
I have been Barbie movie influenced, and I am not even mad about it. Let’s talk about the mega marketing machine behind the movie
Sex and the City turns 25 (yes, really)
The enduring legacy of the (original) Sex and the City
Gender Equality in Media + Business at Cannes Lions
Takeaways from Cannes Lion 2023 and the ongoing issue of gender equality in media & advertising
A whirlwind of cultural events
Discussing the Met Gala, May the Fourth, Cinco de Mayo, Kentucky Derby, Coronation…even the playoffs
The Purchasing Power of Women
With women making up more than half of the U.S. population, controlling or influencing up to 85% of consumer spending, why are so many brands and marketing still missing the mark?
Women Who Travel
The statistics around women who travel are higher than ever - so why aren’t brands and marketing keeping up?
Awards Season, Movie Making and Social Media Moving into Entertainment
"You're not going to be feeling so smug in a couple of years when SnapChat is up here accepting Best Drama"
The Future of Femtech + Menopause
Femtech is on the rise, with venture capital following it. Let’s discuss.
TikTok, Pinterest, Youtube Shorts, AI +
I have been thrilled to see the rise of wonder women, creators and TikTok personalities cross over into mainstream media to everyone’s delight, as they share their tremendous talent.
Tips, Tricks and Tech for moving or long stays abroad
A roundup of some of my favorite and most helpful apps, websites and more to prepare for living abroad in Europe
Ageism in our Travel Marketing and Media
Our culture continues to be starved for real connection and generational relationships that would impart the cultural & experiential wisdom we so desperately need. Why does the West still fight this fact and perpetuate stereotypes? With an aging population - lead by women, who are more active than ever and wield more spending power - we have an opportunity to harness the power of experience.
Great Podcast & Show List To Binge This Holiday
Looking for good podcasts or shows to binge/pass the time during your Thanksgiving travels (& into Christmas)? I’m an obsessive media binger and am sharing my lengthly list.
Jonathan Gold's Legacy
Another sad loss for the world of food and culture with the passing of legendary L.A. Times food critic Jonathan Gold yesterday. Thank you for showcasing Los Angeles to the world, Mr Gold.
Learn How To Self Publish
If you’ve ever wanted to self publish your own children’s book like I did, let me share what I have learned about the process!