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CSOM – Culture Is What People Experience
Abbie Fink | July 27, 2026
True company culture is both an identity and a set of shared practices shaped by daily actions, stories and genuine interactions. Inspired by her recent cruise vacation, Abbie Fink discusses what culture in action looks like and why employees should feel empowered to serve as brand ambassadors. Listen to a new episode of the Copper State of Mind podcast!
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CSOM – How Sports Fundraising Has Evolved From Candles, Candy, and Calendars
Abbie Fink | July 16, 2026
Good communication starts with people. Abbie Fink reflects on her conversation with Mandy Holmes, founder of Sponsor My Athlete, and shares why relationships, trust and shared value matter more than a one-time sponsorship in this episode of Copper State of Mind. Read and listen here!
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CSOM – AI and Young People: A Challenging Opportunity
Abbie Fink | June 11, 2026
Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday life for young people, often faster than parents, educators and policymakers can keep up. Abbie Fink is joined by Ilana Lowery of Common Sense Media to discuss why the launch of the Youth AI Safety Institute is a timely step toward building the guardrails and digital literacy needed to help kids navigate an AI-powered world safely. Read more and listen to a new episode of the Copper State of Mind podcast.
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CSOM – Leadership Is About the People Around You
Abbie Fink | June 4, 2026
Awards are meaningful, but the relationships built along the way matter most. In a new Copper State of Mind episode, Abbie Fink reflects on recent recognitions and shares lessons she has learned about leadership, trust and bringing others with you.
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CSOM – When World Events Hit Close to Home
Abbie Fink | Mar 27, 2026
In this episode of the Copper State of Mind podcast, Abbie Fink takes a real-world look at navigating today’s global uncertainty, balancing risk and relationships and what happens when communicators must counsel themselves and make decisions that are both business and personal. Learn more in the blog post and listen to the CSOM podcast.
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CSOM – What Does It Take for PR Firms to Earn a Seat at the Strategy Table?
Abbie Fink | Feb 5, 2026
In this Copper State of Mind podcast, Abbie Fink unpacks why communications and PR leaders belong at the strategic table, how branding is shaped in every interaction and why agencies must shift the conversation from hours to value. Read more and listen here!
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CSOM – Just Because You Can, Doesn’t Mean You Should
Abbie Fink | Jan 22, 2026
As crises unfold in real time, journalism’s role as a trusted source is under pressure. In this episode of the Copper State of Mind podcast, Abbie Fink explores how the rapid media cycle and volume of real-time content is reshaping journalism, ethics and public trust. Learn more!
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CSOM – The Rearview Mirror and the Road Ahead
Abbie Fink | Dec 18, 2025
The final Copper State of Mind podcast episode of 2025 revisits the conversations and topics that resonated most with listeners all year – from celebrity reputation management and rebuilding trust in the media to leadership development. Take a look back and listen to the year’s biggest moments in public relations, communications and more in this post from Abbie Fink.
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CSOM – As We Look Ahead to the New Year, Relationships Will Matter More
Abbie Fink | Dec 4, 2025
As the traditional concept of media relations continues to evolve, PR professionals must adapt and prioritize relationship building with non-traditional channels. In a new episode of the Copper State of Mind podcast, Abbie Fink discusses the changing role of PR, what it means for clients and the podcast’s recent PRSA Copper Anvils Award win.
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CSOM – From Arizona to Africa: Global PR Trends & Kenyan Culture at the PRGN Conference in Nairobi
Abbie Fink | Nov 6, 2025
Abbie Fink reflects on her recent trip to Nairobi, Kenya, for the Public Relations Global Network conference in a new Copper State of Mind episode. She shares how global collaboration creates meaningful change by connecting cultures through personal experiences and inspiring conversations on AI, trade dynamics and other important industry topics. Read more!
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CSOM – Honesty and Integrity for PR Pros in the Post-Truth Era
Abbie Fink | Oct 23, 2025
In this episode of Copper State of Mind, Abbie Fink is joined by Samantha Villegas, APR Fellow PRSA to discuss ethics and communication in a post-truth era and how to stay grounded in honesty when deception has become the norm. Read more and listen here!
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CSOM – Casualties in the War on Truth
Abbie Fink | Oct 9, 2025
From late-night hosts to journalists, more and more voices are being silenced for truth. In this Copper State of Mind, Abbie Fink talks the growing threats to press freedom and why we should all care.
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