Russel Wasserfall Media Echoes & Influence

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Conversations about public relations and reputation management and why they matter.
Whether you're a seasoned communications professional or just finding your feet, this podcast is a space to learn, reflect, and grow. Hosted by Joanne Smith of Pillar9, and content strategist Francois Rank of 2BFrank, Echoes and Influence explores the trends, disciplines and moments that define communications today.
Through interviews with leading voices in the field, it offers insight into the impact of public relations and reputation management and why these practices matter in business today.
Season 1 / Episode 6 7 Aug 2025 English South Africa Business · Education

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