Off The Record with Brian Hart

About Off The Record with Brian Hart

Off The Record with Brian Hart is your monthly shot of unfiltered business talk—barstool debates with boardroom stakes. Hosted by award-winning PR strategist Brian Hart, this 1-hour livestream and podcast brings execs, entrepreneurs, journalists, and experts to break down headlines, trends, and leadership curveballs, unscripted and unredacted. Catch it live the third Thursday of every month at 2pm ET on YouTube, LinkedIn, or X, with podcasts on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. No echo-chamber fluff here—just diverse takes, candid vibes, and raw discussion to jolt your workday. Tune in, share a zinger, or grab the replay for business talk with edge. Subscribe now!

Publisher

Brian Hart

Category

business · news

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

16 Jan 2025

Latest episode

18 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

12 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   18 Sept 2026

   OTR with Brian Hart E11: Samantha Russell, Joe Anthony, Sarah Evans

   Tune into Off The Record with Brian Hart on Thursday, September 17th at 2pm ET! This live panel discussion and debate dives into the SHOOK rankings scandal that suspended the Forbes advisor lists and what it means for every brand leaning on rented credibility, the evolution of AI search and who gets found now that machines do the recommending, and the rebirth of muckraking as Pablo Torre's independent reporting rocks the sports world and puts every industry's insiders on notice. Host Brian Hart will be joined by Samantha Russell, Chief Evangelist of FMG Suite; Joe Anthony, President & Co-owner of Gregory; and Sarah Evans, CEO of Zen Media.Off The Record with Brian Hart is your monthly shot of unfiltered business talk—barstool debates with boardroom stakes. Hosted by award-winning PR strategist Brian Hart, author of Credibility Marketing: An Insider's Playbook for PR-Powered Growth, this 1-hour livestream and podcast brings execs, entrepreneurs, journalists, and experts to break down headlines, trends, and leadership curveballs, unscripted and unredacted. Catch it live the third Thursday of every month at 2pm ET on YouTube, LinkedIn, or X, with podcasts on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.No echo-chamber fluff here—just diverse takes, candid vibes, and raw discussion to jolt your workday. Tune in, share a zinger, or grab the replay for business talk with edge. Subscribe now: https://otrwbrianhart.podbean.com

2. 

   21 Aug 2026

   Off The Record Exclusive: Chris Scafario on Rebuilding U.S. Industrial Base

   In this Off The Record Exclusive, DVIRC President & CEO Chris Scafario joins host Brian Hart to discuss his upcoming book, Strength Is Manufactured: Inside the Urgent Fight to Rebuild America's Industrial Base. The conversation explores the U.S. maritime resurgence, industries engineering opportunity, and details on DVIRC's upcoming Reimagine Manufacturing 2026 summit in Philadelphia.This episode is sponsored by DVIRC. To learn more about DVIRC, visit dvirc.org.

3. 

   23 Jul 2026

   OTR with Brian Hart E10: Ross Gerber, Shana Sissel

   Tune into Off The Record with Brian Hart on Thursday, July 23rd at 2pm ET! This live panel discussion and debate dives into the world’s first trillionaire Elon Musk & SpaceX, private credit pressure and whether it’s an opportunity or an alarm bell, and the latest Epstein updates including Leon Black’s subpoenaed return to Capitol Hill. Host Brian Hart will be joined by Ross Gerber, President & CEO of Gerber Kawasaki, and Shana Sissel, Founder & CEO of Banrion Capital Management.Off The Record with Brian Hart is your monthly shot of unfiltered business talk—barstool debates with boardroom stakes. Hosted by award-winning PR strategist Brian Hart, this 1-hour livestream and podcast brings execs, entrepreneurs, journalists, and experts to break down headlines, trends, and leadership curveballs, unscripted and unredacted. Catch it live the third Thursday of every month at 2pm ET on YouTube, LinkedIn, or X, with podcasts on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.No echo-chamber fluff here—just diverse takes, candid vibes, and raw discussion to jolt your workday. Tune in, share a zinger, or grab the replay for business talk with edge. Subscribe now: https://otrwbrianhart.podbean.com

4. 

   20 Mar 2026

   OTR with Brian Hart E9: Jim DeLorenzo

   In this episode of Off The Record with Brian Hart, host Brian Hart sits down with veteran Philadelphia PR expert Jim DeLorenzo. The two insiders break down the upcoming America 250 events coming to Philadelphia, examine the current Philadelphia media landscape, and discuss Brian’s #SellTheTeam campaign for new Sixers ownership. Off The Record with Brian Hart is your monthly shot of unfiltered business talk—barstool debates with boardroom stakes. Hosted by award-winning PR strategist Brian Hart, this 1-hour livestream and podcast brings execs, entrepreneurs, journalists, and experts to break down headlines, trends, and leadership curveballs, unscripted and unredacted. Catch it live the third Thursday of every month at 2pm ET on YouTube, LinkedIn, or X, with podcasts on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. No echo-chamber fluff here—just diverse takes, candid vibes, and raw discussion to jolt your workday. Tune in, share a zinger, or grab the replay for business talk with edge. Subscribe now: https://otrwbrianhart.podbean.com

5. 

   15 Jan 2026

   OTR with Brian Hart E8: Malcolm Kenyatta, Dave Briggs, Chris Markowski, Tonya McKenzie

   This episode of Off The Record with Brian Hart dives into the state of the current, strange US economy, the hiring stalemate across industries, and the upcoming midterm elections following a blue tsunami in 2025's off-year election. Host Brian Hart will be joined by DNC Vice Chair Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta, cable news veteran and co-host of The Sanity Podcast Dave Briggs, the Watchdog on Wall Street Chris Markowski, and LA County Commissioner and media strategist Tonya McKenzie.Off The Record with Brian Hart is your monthly shot of unfiltered business talk—barstool debates with boardroom stakes. Hosted by award-winning PR strategist Brian Hart, this 1-hour livestream and podcast brings execs, entrepreneurs, journalists, and experts to break down headlines, trends, and leadership curveballs, unscripted and unredacted. Catch it live the third Thursday of every month at 2pm ET on YouTube, LinkedIn, or X, with podcasts on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.No echo-chamber fluff here—just diverse takes, candid vibes, and raw discussion to jolt your workday. Tune in, share a zinger, or grab the replay for business talk with edge. Subscribe now: https://otrwbrianhart.podbean.com

6. 

   23 Oct 2025

   OTR with Brian Hart E7: Todd Resnick, Andre Young, Justin Schenck

   Host Brian Hart discusses the frustrated labor market and workplace politics with Todd Resnick, Andre Young, and Justin Schenck, exploring how leaders adapt to modern workforce demands in this interview episode.

7. 

   17 Jul 2025

   OTR with Brian Hart E6: Ross Gerber, Dave Briggs, Fred Hubler

   Host Brian Hart interviews Ross Gerber, Dave Briggs, and Fred Hubler about Elon Musk's ventures, macroeconomic trends, and the cannabis beverage industry in this panel discussion.

8. 

   15 May 2025

   OTR with Brian Hart E5: Nicole Schuman, Jamie Hess, Jason Hart, Tonya McKenzie

   This episode features PR News Managing Editor Nicole Schuman, lifestyle expert Jamie Hess, psychologist Dr. Jason Hart, and public relations and leadership consultant Tonya McKenzie. The panel will join host Brian Hart to discuss the dark side of high-pressure agency life and strategies for agency employees and employers alike to set boundaries and create healthier workplace dynamics. The panel will also explore social media addiction from both a business and societal perspective.Off The Record with Brian Hart is your monthly shot of unfiltered business talk—barstool debates with boardroom stakes. Hosted by award-winning PR strategist Brian Hart, this 1-hour livestream and podcast brings execs, entrepreneurs, journalists, and experts to break down headlines, trends, and leadership curveballs, unscripted and unredacted. Catch it live the third Thursday of every month at 2pm ET on YouTube, LinkedIn, or X, with podcasts on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.No echo-chamber fluff here—just diverse takes, candid vibes, and raw discussion to jolt your workday. Tune in, share a zinger, or grab the replay for business talk with edge. Subscribe now: https://otrwbrianhart.podbean.com

9. 

   18 Apr 2025

   OTR with Brian Hart E4: Kerry Healey, Shana Sissel

   Join host Brian Hart for a dynamic conversation with an all-star panel: Kerry Healey, former Massachusetts Lt. Governor and Executive Chair of the Forward Party and Shana Sissel, President & CEO of Banrion Capital and a leading voice in alternative investments. Together, they’ll tackle the challenges facing higher education amid turbulent times, the economic ripple effects of the Trump administration’s protectionist policies and tariffs, and whether a moderate movement can rise above tribalism to bridge America’s divide.Off The Record with Brian Hart is your monthly shot of unfiltered business talk—barstool debates with boardroom stakes. Hosted by award-winning PR strategist Brian Hart, this 1-hour livestream and podcast brings execs, entrepreneurs, journalists, and experts to break down headlines, trends, and leadership curveballs, unscripted and unredacted. Catch it live the third Thursday of every month at 2pm ET on YouTube, LinkedIn, or X, with podcasts on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.No echo-chamber fluff here—just diverse takes, candid vibes, and raw discussion to jolt your workday. Tune in, share a zinger, or grab the replay for business talk with edge. Subscribe now: https://otrwbrianhart.podbean.com

10. 

    21 Mar 2025

    OTR with Brian Hart E3: Keisha Brewer, Charlie Stone, Annie Scranton

    In this episode, host Brian Hart is joined by comms industry titans Keisha Brewer, President & CEO of The PR Alliance, SRW Chairman & Co-Founder Charlie Stone, and Annie Scranton, CEO & Founder of Pace Public Relations. The panel will break down some of the most pressing media and communications storylines including comms and creative agency staffing shifts in the face of surging AI adoption, sweeping changes at cable news giants as podcasting and alternative media gain market share, and the fast-approaching deadline for the so-called TikTok ban.Off The Record with Brian Hart delivers unfiltered insights on breaking stories, trends, and leadership topics across the business landscape. Join award-winning public relations strategist Brian Hart and a rotating panel for candid conversations that go beyond the headlines.

11. 

    20 Feb 2025

    OTR with Brian Hart E2: Nicole Casperson, Tyrone Ross, Sarah Evans

    In this episode, host Brian Hart is joined by Fintech Feminists author Nicole Casperson, Turnqey Labs Founder and CEO Tyrone Ross, and Sarah Evans, Partner and Head of PR at Zen Media, for an in-depth discussion on the latest wave of tech layoffs, DeepSeek's impact on the AI race, mounting cybersecurity concerns across sectors, and other major tech headlines of the week.Off The Record with Brian Hart delivers unfiltered insights on breaking stories, trends, and leadership topics across the business landscape. Join award-winning public relations strategist Brian Hart and a rotating panel for candid conversations that go beyond the headlines.

12. 

    16 Jan 2025

    OTR with Brian Hart E1: Chris Markowski, Tonya McKenzie

    Off The Record with Brian Hart delivers unfiltered insights on breaking stories, trends, and leadership topics across the business landscape. Join award-winning public relations strategist Brian Hart and a rotating panel for candid conversations that go beyond the headlines.In this episode, Brian is joined by Watchdog on Wall Street host and finance veteran Chris Markowski and Tonya McKenzie, public relations expert and Los Angeles County Commissioner, for a lively discussion covering the devastating Los Angeles fire situation, Mark Zuckerberg and Meta's new content moderation overhaul, Elon Musk's DOGE and the Trump administration's overarching deregulation agenda, and other business headlines of the week.

Who has been a guest on Off The Record with Brian Hart

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Todd Resnick
• Andre Young
• Justin Schenck
• Ross Gerber
• Dave Briggs

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

19,432

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 23 / 100

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Quality

3

Social presence

0

YouTube

72

Engagement

32

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