Hello everyone! My name is Owen Zephirin, and in this podcast I bring in guests and we discuss topics regarding advertising, marketing, public relations, social media, etc.
Follow me on LinkedIN : www.linkedin.com/in/owen-p-zephirin-598670197
Tim O'Shea is a SCSU graduate and former college athlete. In the 17th episode he talks about his experience working at an ad agency and his current experience working as the Digital Media Director for Governor Ned Lamont. Tune in and give it a watch!
Instagram: timknowsball
LinkedIn: Tim O'Shea lll
25 Jan 2026
Episode 17 - Stefano Guerra
Hey everyone, today I am joined with Stefano Guerra. Stefano is a returning guest and we talked about a variety of things from propaganda in media to ai in the advertising industry. Enjoy the episode!
4 Jan 2026
Episode 16 - Kelly Sandella
Kelly Sandella shares her experiences as a healthcare administration specialist and reflects on her psychology and communications studies at UCONN in this interview with the host.
17 Sept 2025
Episode 15 - Nick Letizia
Nick Letizia discusses the value of leaving your comfort zone and building strong professional networks in this interview with the host of Ad-Talk.
24 Aug 2025
Episode 14 - Sarah D'Alto
Host interviews SCSU alumna Sarah D'Alto, marketing intern at CT Women's Hall of Fame, about her COM studies and transfer experience.
2 Jun 2025
Episode 13 - Matt Tomer
Matt Tomer, ESPN Content Associate, discusses his career path after graduating from Uhart in an interview with the host of Ad-Talk.
2 Jun 2025
Episode 12 - Alex Ortiz
Host interviews Alex Ortiz, a WABC-TV Channel 7 Eyewitness News Desk Assistant and University of Hartford graduate, discussing his experiences in the television news industry.
24 May 2025
Episode 11 - Chaz L'Hommedieu
Host interviews Chaz L'Hommedieu about his passions for photography and architecture, while he shares exciting news about his job in the architectural industry.
23 May 2025
Episode 10 - Maddi Markelon
Maddi Markelon discusses her new marketing job and breaks down her current responsibilities in an interview with the host.
17 Apr 2025
Episode 9 - Taryn Simmons
Hello again everyone! On today's episode I sit down with my friend and TV reporter Taryn Simmons. Taryn and I go over the differences of being a reporter vs an anchor, and her overall experience in the reporting industry. Hope you guys enjoy the episode!
Taryn's reporting page on Instagram:
@taryntvnews
15 Apr 2025
Episode 8 - Xavier Hasting
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Ad-Talk. On this episode I sit down with my good friend Xavier. Xavier graduated SCSU with a bachelors in Business Administration and currently works as a Grad Assistant at SCSU. Hope you guys enjoy the episode!
6 Mar 2025
Episode 7 - Rick Guerrier
On this episode of Ad-Talk I sit down with Rick Guerrier. Rick is a talented graphic designer who was kind enough to sit down with me and share some his insights on marketing and how he started off as a designer. Below I've listed his design page where you can catch some of his work.
Rick's design page on Instagram:
@derrick.guerrier
9 Feb 2025
Episode 6 - Elijah Matthews
For this episode I have designer and artist Elijah Matthews joining the podcast. Elijah and delve into what inspired him to become a designer, college, and more!
Elijah's Youtube: neobluestudio
Intagram desgin page: neobluestudio
9 Feb 2025
Episode 5 - Kobe Carolina
Hello everyone, welcome back to another episode of Ad-Talk. Today I sat down with former classmate, artist, and good friend Kobe Carolina. Kobe has experience with film, music, and editing. On today's episode we get to hear his insights on all three of those topics and more!
Kobe's Youtube channel: https://youtu.be/4C1ZCzva92o
3 Feb 2025
Episode 4 - Maddi Markelon
On today's episode of Ad-Talk I sit down with former classmate and boss of mine, Maddi Markelon. Maddi is an SCSU graduate and a recipient of the Lawrence E. Fitzgerald award for Outstanding Achievement in Advertising and Promotions. Listed below is her LinkedIn information where you can connect with her and stay updated on what she's doing!
LinkedIN: Madison Markelon
https://www.linkedin.com/in/madison-markelon-a69a87259?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app
29 Jan 2025
Episode 3 - Olivia Sommo
For today's episode I sit down with graphic designer Olivia Sommo! She is an expert at her craft and had great things to share about college, advertising in NYC, dealing with clients, etc.
LinkedIN: Olivia Sommo
Website: OliviaSommo.com
Design Instagram page: Morrotti Design
6 Jan 2025
Episode 2 - Ryan Carrano
On today's episode of Ad-talk I have my friend Ryan Carrano as a guest! Ryan is a talented graphic designer who currently works for ESPN. Ryan gave a lot of good insight on this episode and it was great to pick his brain a little. Listed below is his graphic design page on Instagram.
Ryan's design page: @carranodesign
1 Jan 2025
Episode 1 - Stefano Guerra
In this episode I sit down with my good friend Stefano Guerra. On this first episode we go over what drew us to choose advertising as our major, how we honed our graphic design skills, post-grad anxiety, and more!
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