The SwingSet
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The Swing Agency
Hofstra University Swing Agency Podcast
Episode 11: Speaking Sports With Shannon Abrahall
On today’s episode of the SwingSet podcast, our very own Kayla McKechnie sat down with the Business Operations Manager for the Long Island Nets, Shannon Abrahall. As a 2018 Hofstra graduate, Shannon discusses her heavy internship experience while in Hofstra’s public relations program, her passion being a female in the sports industry, advice for interns and more!
Nov 22, 2022
30 min
Episode 10: A Conversation with Hofstra Alum Victoria Wetmore
On this edition of the SwingSet, our very own Max Milstein sat down with Assistant Account Executive at UpSpring and 2021 Hofstra graduate Victoria Wetmore. Victoria discusses her love for public relations, what she appreciated most about her time at Hofstra, and the start of her professional career. 
Nov 1, 2022
27 min
Episode 9: Interview with Karla Schuster
We are joined by Karla Schuster, Assistant Vice President of University Relations at Hofstra University. We go over her life, her time as a journalist, her current position and responsibilities at Hofstra and general advice.
May 5, 2022
29 min
Episode 8: Brian Sommer and the Music Industry
Brian Sommer, a 2019 Hofstra Alum, joins The SwingSet to share his experience as an assistant publicist at Atlantic Records. In this episode, Brian talks about internships, music industry events, and advice for PR students. Brian’s Email - [email protected]
Apr 23, 2021
27 min
Interview with Hofstra Alumni Brenna Harran
Brenna Harran is a Publicist at WarnerMedia, and graduated from Hofstra is 2014. She was actively involved in the School of Communication, and talks about advice for Hofstra Students, and what her day to day job is at WarnerMedia.
Nov 24, 2020
28 min
Episode 6: Dean Lukasiewicz at Hofstra University
Join us as Dean Lukasiewicz talks about his career in the Presidential debates, what the Herbert School of Communication is all about, and the upcoming Hofstra Votes Live
Nov 1, 2020
34 min
Episode 5: Interview with Dr.Alaimo
In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Kara Alaimo. Dr. Alaimo is a former communicator for the U.N. and the Obama Administration and a current associate professor at Hofstra University. With a book, a Ph.D, and years of exciting experience under her belt, Dr. Alaimo is one of the foremost experts on global PR. Be sure to listen into our most recent episode for advice, insight, and more!
Oct 16, 2020
32 min
Episode 4: Interview with Diana Bassett
In this episode we’re joined by Diana Bassett, Hofstra University alum and founder/president of Diana Bassett Public Relations. We discuss Diana's exciting journey to founding her company, her experience as a Hofstra alum post-grad, and are given some truly amazing advice for a future in PR.
Sep 14, 2020
25 min