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Why is podcasting such an effective method of storytelling? We gained insights from "Pretendians" podcast co-hosts Angel Cantrell-Ellis and Robert Jago during our panel "How to Launch a Podcast," today at the Indigenous Journalists Association conference in Oklahoma City. #IJA24

#IJA24 We're enjoying the Indigenous Journalists Association conference in Oklahoma City! Special thanks to MSNBC contributor Alyssa London, and our wonderful NBCU Academy panelists, "Pretendians" podcast co-hosts Angel Cantrell-Ellis and Robert Jago and "Happy's Place" actor Tokala Black Elk! It's been great to network with #Indigenous journalists and celebrate their work.

The Comcast NBCUniversal “Women of Power” Panel was a highlight of the 9th annual ColorComm, Inc. Conference in Los Angeles! Media power players pulled back the curtain on their success, discussed methods for storytelling and what skills are needed to build and grow careers. The panel included: - Sonay Hoffman, executive producer and co-showrunner of “Found” - Amanda Spain, VP Longform Acquisitions, MNSBC Films - Keesha Boyd, VP, Entertainment Emerging Products & Services, Comcast - Janine Jones-Clark, moderator and Executive VP Filmmaker, Content Strategies, and Production Development, Universal Film Entertainment Group

TODAY: Watch the #ParisOlympics Opening Ceremony on #NBC and Peacock! We interviewed the leader of the NBC Olympics broadcast team, Emmy Award-winning executive producer Molly Solomon! Check out that video: https://lnkd.in/exk3HgiE #Paris2024

LAST CALL: Apply for NBCU Academy's invite-only workshops if you're going to the Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) conference in Austin, TX! Learn more about our All-Day Workshop and more: https://lnkd.in/ehcWdFpv #AAJA24

Don't miss NBCU Academy at the Indigenous Journalists Association conference! Friday, July 26, 4:30pm CT: Actor Tokala Black Elk joins MSNBC's Alyssa London to talk about his role in the upcoming NBC sitcom "Happy's Place" (starring Reba McEntire) and his own career journey. #IJA24

We were so excited to celebrate Talia Parkinson-Jones, Executive Producer of "TODAY with Hoda and Jenna," who was honored at the 9th Annual ColorComm Circle Awards in Los Angeles on Wednesday. At the award ceremony, Parkinson-Jones discussed the importance of creating opportunities for and giving women a seat at the table. Parkinson-Jones is one of seven women of color in communications honored by ColorComm, Inc. for their groundbreaking work.

🏅Check out our latest Weekly Rundown newsletter: https://rb.gy/2yjgxq - NBC Olympics' Emmy-winning executive producer Molly Solomon shares how she leads the #Paris2024 #Olympics broadcast team! - Meet teens creating a pop-up home for homeless people. - Reporting on internet memes like 🥥🌴

The #Olympics opening ceremony kicks off in two days! Now meet the 13-time Emmy Award-winning NBC Olympics executive producer who leads the coverage of the #Paris2024 games.    Check out Molly Solomon’s leadership tips: https://lnkd.in/exk3HgiE #ParisOlympics

NBCU Academy is excited to be at the #IJA24 Indigenous Journalists Association conference this week in Oklahoma City! FRIDAY, JULY 26, 3:30pm CT: How do you launch a podcast? "Pretendians" podcast co-hosts Robert Jago and Angel Cantrell-Ellis join MSNBC contributor Alyssa London to talk about storytelling and logistics. Come join our panel!