Tom Sancton — author, journalists, and musician — presents a unique keynote that includes live music. In this podcast interview, Sancton talks about his career, his love of music, and how he plans to blend journalism and jazz to offer a different perspective on communication. Opening and closing music is “Born in Louisiana” by Bob Kirkpatrick, from the Podsafe Music Network.

 

 Interview with Opening Keynote Speaker Tom Sancton [14:05m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

The trouble with diaries and time zones is that they interfere with podcast schedules!

But we’ll soon be cranking out the 2007 ConferenceCasts that will add some insight and exclusive commentary about the 2007 International Conference later next month and the people who will make up this great event.

Each podcast will be concise, ranging in length anywhere from 8 to 15 minutes or so depending on the topic we’re discussing.

I’ve just recorded my first interview for the 2007 series of podcasts and plan to have that one up here on the site early next week.

Who is it with? Now that would be telling

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Coming soon is In Session - the event blog for IABC’s 2007 International Conference, 24-27 June. Here you’ll tune into weekly podcasts (ConferenceCast) with hosts Shel Holtz and Neville Hobson who will interview some of our more colorful conference speakers and IABC’s behind-the-scenes team. In Session is also the place to discuss session content with speakers, debate hot topics like live blogging, get insider information on post-Katrina New Orleans, hot restaurants and clubs, where to find Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, etc.

Our blogging team will also post from the conference starting on 24 June with session highlights, pithy insights and commentary from attendees as they personally experience the event. Meet our blogging team who will take you behind the scenes.

IABC members and nonmembers alike are invited to participate - comment, ask questions and keep the discussion rolling as we head to historic New Orleans where the Convention and Visitors Bureau theme is “soul is waterproof.”