Podcast Overview
<p>Modern Comms is the podcast for internal and corporate communication professionals who want to lead with clarity, confidence, and real impact.<br /></p><p>In each episode, we sit down with forward-thinking leaders, strategists, and experts to explore the tools, trends, and mindsets shaping the future of workplace communication.<br /></p><p>Hosted by cofenster, the creators of AI Video Assistants built for comms professionals.</p>
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March 3, 2026
The Visibility Playbook for Internal Comms w/ Dave Cordero
<p>In this episode of Modern Comms, Chris Brennan sits down with Dave Cordero, Senior Director of Internal Communications at the PGA TOUR, to unpack what it really takes to go from invisible to visible as an Internal Comms function.<br /><br />Dave shares how he built internal communications from the ground up, what he learned by starting with a listening tour, and how simple systems like editorial control, leader activation, and channel strategy can dramatically improve clarity, culture, and trust.<br /><br />What we cover:<br /><br />- Building Internal Comms from zero (and what to prioritise first)<br />- Reducing email noise without losing important updates<br />- Making comms measurable with the right tools and metrics<br />- How to launch new platforms without losing employees to change fatigue<br />- Activating managers with a “People Leader” newsletter (need to know, share, do)<br />- Turning town halls into real culture moments, not slide marathons<br />- Digital signage that works (big, bold, skimmable)<br />- Why “candid” beats “transparent” in leadership communication<br />- A simple, high-impact employee recognition program that boosts visibility and culture<br /><br />Dave also joins Chris for a quick Comms Roleplay Q&A, answering tough executive questions about comms budget, channels, and ROI.<br /><br />Guest: Dave Cordero, Senior Director of Internal Communications, PGA TOUR<br />Find Dave on LinkedIn: Dave Cordero<br /><br />About Modern Comms<br />Modern Comms is brought to you by cofenster, creators of AI video agents built for comms professionals, helping teams create high-impact, on-brand video without needing video experience.<br /><br />Chapters<br />00:00 Intro<br />00:47 Meet Dave Cordero<br />03:35 Building Internal Comms from scratch<br />05:45 Reducing email overload + creating newsletter cadence<br />10:50 Measuring comms impact (open rates, read time, clicks)<br />12:40 Rolling out new platforms and driving behaviour change<br />15:20 The People Leader Report: aligning managers<br />21:00 Making town halls worth attending<br />33:40 Internal podcast idea + humanising leaders<br />39:15 Digital signage best practices<br />52:30 From invisible to visible: what to do first<br />56:55 Comms Roleplay Q&A<br />01:02:30 Recognition program: “swing cards” + executive coffee<br /><br />Subscribe for more conversations on clarity, confidence, and impact in Internal Comms.</p>
March 3, 2026
Clearer Comms, Better Outcomes: Why It’s Time to Drop the Corporate Speak w/ Steve, Cindy Crescenzo
<p>Clearer comms drive better outcomes. But too many organisations are still stuck in corporate speak, and employees can feel it immediately.<br /><br />In this episode of Modern Comms, Chris Brennan sits down with Steve and Cindy Crescenzo (Crescenzo Communications) to unpack why jargon creates confusion and mistrust, how it sneaks into internal messaging, and what great communicators do instead.<br /><br />They get practical on what “plain spoken” really means, how to coach leaders and managers to communicate like humans, and why new channels (video, Teams, internal podcasts) don’t fix anything if the message is still full of fluff.<br /><br />In this conversation, we cover:<br /><br />Why corporate speak isn’t “business language” and how it damages trust<br /><br />How to make important topics interesting (without dressing them up in buzzwords)<br /><br />The manager gap: why frontline comms lives or dies with managers<br /><br />A simple writing filter: keep it clear, keep it human, keep it actionable<br /><br />What, So What, Now What: a structure teams can use immediately<br /><br />Why “more channels” can create more sludge if the content doesn’t change<br /><br />How AI can help (and how it can make corporate speak worse if you don’t train it)<br /><br />Memorable line from the episode:<br />“Do you want to speak, or do you want to be heard?”<br /><br />About Modern Comms<br />Modern Comms is brought to you by cofenster, creators of AI video agents built for comms professionals, helping teams turn key updates into high-impact, on-brand video without needing video experience.<br /><br />Subscribe for more conversations with comms leaders on clarity, confidence, and impact.<br /><br />Chapters<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nJjgwrx7b0">00:00</a> Intro<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nJjgwrx7b0&t=45s">00:45</a> Steve and Cindy’s work at Crescenzo Communications<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nJjgwrx7b0&t=240s">04:00</a> What marketing taught Cindy about internal comms<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nJjgwrx7b0&t=505s">08:25</a> The biggest issue comms teams need to take seriously<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nJjgwrx7b0&t=825s">13:45</a> Why it’s time to drop corporate speak<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nJjgwrx7b0&t=1440s">24:00</a> What, So What, Now What<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nJjgwrx7b0&t=2420s">40:20</a> Formats that work (and why most don’t)<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nJjgwrx7b0&t=3010s">50:10</a> AI, clarity, and the risk of “confident nonsense.”</p>
February 18, 2026
Enterprise Internal Comms Trends: What Leading Teams Are Doing Differently in 2026
<p><b>Summary</b></p><p>In this episode, Chris Brennan and Dana Feldhacker discuss the evolving landscape of internal communications, focusing on the challenges and strategies that enterprise organizations face in 2026. They explore the importance of personalized communication, the role of technology and AI, and the need for strategic approaches to engage employees effectively. Dana shares insights on common pitfalls in communication rollouts, the significance of video content, and the metrics that matter for measuring success. The conversation also touches on the democratization of content creation and the importance of being bold in communication strategies.</p><p>Takeaways</p><p>Internal communications are evolving to meet modern employee expectations.</p><p>Personalization and consumer-grade communication are becoming essential.</p><p>Video content significantly enhances comprehension and engagement.</p><p>AI is transforming how organizations create and manage content.</p><p>Change management is critical for successful tech rollouts in communications.</p><p>Engagement metrics should focus on understanding and action, not just views.</p><p>Democratizing content creation empowers employees and enhances communication.</p><p>Strategic communication is necessary for effective internal messaging.</p><p>Rethinking channel mix is vital for reaching diverse employee groups.</p><p>Being bold in communication can accelerate organizational strategies.</p><p></p><p></p>
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<p>Modern Comms is the podcast for internal and corporate communication professionals who want to lead with clarity, confidence, and real impact.<br /></p><p>In each episode, we sit down with forward-thinking leaders, strategists, and experts to explore the tools, trends, and mindsets shaping the future of workplace communication.<br /></p><p>Hosted by cofenster, the creators of AI Video Assistants built for comms professionals.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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