frankly… Episode 95: Here’s What Makes a Great Communicator in 2026 
Dan and Rachel explore AI, communication skills, personal branding and why curiosity keeps great communicators…
Ashley OrtizJuly 24, 2026
Owned Events vs. Trade Shows: When to Host Your Own Mobility Activation 
For decades, major auto shows and mobility industry conferences were non-negotiable calendar moments for brands…
Lexi TrimpeJuly 20, 2026
Why Auto Companies Shouldn’t Postpone Media Relations to Avoid “That” Question 
Two years ago, the main question automotive journalists wanted to ask every top industry executive…
Lexi TrimpeJuly 20, 2026
frankly… Episode 94: Detroit is the Most Collaborative City 
Dan and Rachel sit down with Delainie Wheeler to discuss branding, creativity and Detroit’s evolving…
Nina ScarpelliJuly 10, 2026
You Don’t Have to Always Pay to Play in AI Search (But You Do Have to Show Up) 
Learn how to improve your brand's AI search visibility with smarter content and a balanced…
Alex LondonJuly 1, 2026
If You Remember One Thing About AI Visibility, Make It This 
AI visibility isn't SEO. Learn why AI visibility is modeled not measured and how content,…
Lexi TrimpeJune 25, 2026
frankly… Episode 93: Recapping the 2026 Mackinac Policy Conference 
Dan is joined by Franco CEO Tina Kozak for a recap on the 2026 Detroit…
Nina ScarpelliJune 12, 2026
Leadership that Thrives 
Tina Kozak reflects on key lessons from the Women Thrive Conference and why empathy, resilience…
Tina KozakJune 5, 2026
frankly… Episode 92: Numbers Are Important, but Stories Are What Move People 
Dan is joined by Tracy Wolf for a chat with Laure LeBlanc about philanthropy and…
Nina ScarpelliMay 28, 2026
Logos Deserve to Get Dressed Up for Parties, Too 
Learn why Spotify’s disco ball logo backlash had more to do with messaging than the…
Ashley DupuyMancusoMay 22, 2026
