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Game Plan with James Davis | Guest: Arshad Hasan | Communicating Across Divides from Doha

In this international episode of "The Game Plan," host James Davis, Founder and CEO of Touchdown Strategies, sits down with Arshad Hasan, Founder and CEO of Convey Communications, at the Al Jazeera studios in Doha, Qatar. Together, they explore the art and science of effective messaging—from grassroots organizing and digital strategies to crisis responses and building trust through authenticity. Drawing on personal experiences from their unique career paths and reflecting on the recent U.S. elec...

Jan 07, 2025•51 min•Ep. 5

The Rise of Influencers

In this episode, James Davis sits down with Ory Rinat, CEO of Urban Legend, to explore the rapidly shifting landscape of influence in the digital age. They dive deep into the rise of influencers, how social media has redefined who holds authority, and the implications of the public’s declining trust in traditional media. With expertise being constantly challenged, they discuss how we now decide who the true experts are, and what this means for industries, information, and society as a whole. It’...

Oct 09, 2024•40 min•Ep. 4

The Data Game

In episode 3, James is joined by Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report to talk data, polling, the election, and the surprisingly small number of voters who will choose the next president.

Aug 13, 2024•57 min•Ep. 3

Republicans vs. Democrats: Presidential Campaign Strategy

In this episode of "Game Plan with James Davis," James welcomes Phil Elliott, Time Magazine political correspondent and author of the DC Brief newsletter. Together, they delve into the media relations strategies of the current presidential campaigns. Phil shares his insights on the approaches of both the Democratic and Republican parties, discussing the impact of their tactics on the media landscape. They explore the challenges of maintaining trust in media relations, the role of credibility in ...

Jul 31, 2024•37 min•Ep. 2

The Nominating Conventions

This week, we delve into the intricate world of political communications with esteemed guest Mark Pfiefle. Both seasoned professionals with extensive experience running communications for Republican National Conventions, James and Mark offer a detailed look into the strategic complexities of orchestrating these significant events. In this episode, they cover: 🔹 Firsthand accounts from their roles at the RNC 🔹 Strategic methodologies for managing and coordinating a large team of reporters 🔹 Th...

Jul 14, 2024•53 min•Ep. 1

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