Wed, 29 Oct 2025 20:11:29 +0000 Wed, 29 Oct 2025 20:11:29 +0000 Libsyn RSSgen 1.0 http://www.bigducknyc.com 2008 Big Duck http://www.bigducknyc.com Insights into issues facing nonprofits, helpful resources, and simple actions you can take to improve your communications efforts. https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/b/0/a/2/b0a21cb04698b762 Big Duck no episodic nonprofit,non,profit,non,profit,not,for,profit,communications,branding,website,design,web,strategy,social,media,fundraising,raising,money,online,outreach no Insights into issues facing nonprofits, helpful resources, and simple actions you can take to improve your communications efforts.podcasts@bigducknyc.comBig Duck Media Relations--An interview with Bonnie McEwan Mon, 09 Mar 2009 19:42:00 +0000 13:24 false full podcasts@bigducknyc.com (Big Duck)In this interview with Bonnie McEwan (President of Make Waves), we talk about how nonprofits can take advantage of their own best media opportunities.Big DuckIn this interview with Bonnie McEwan (President of Make Waves), we talk about how nonprofits can take advantage of their own best media opportunities. Open Source--An interview with Ryan Ozimek Mon, 02 Feb 2009 19:55:00 +0000 ]]> 11:23 false full podcasts@bigducknyc.com (Big Duck)In this interview with Ryan Ozimek, we talk about what open source software is and how it's relevant for nonprofit communicators.Big DuckIn this interview with Ryan Ozimek, we talk about what open source software is and how it's relevant for nonprofit communicators. We Are Media--An interview with Holly Ross Wed, 07 Jan 2009 16:27:00 +0000 12:47 false full podcasts@bigducknyc.com (Big Duck)In this interview with Holly Ross (Executive Director of NTEN), we talk about the creation of the We Are Media project.Big DuckIn this interview with Holly Ross (Executive Director of NTEN), we talk about the creation of the We Are Media project. Video and other Visual Media Online: an Interview with Michael Hoffman Tue, 25 Nov 2008 14:23:00 +0000 ]]> 10:51 false full podcasts@bigducknyc.com (Big Duck)In this interview with Michael Hoffman of See3, we talk about fresh ways of using video to reach your audiences.Big DuckIn this interview with Michael Hoffman of See3, we talk about fresh ways of using video to reach your audiences. Design Online--What works for the Web and email Thu, 06 Nov 2008 17:49:00 +0000 ]]> 10:23 false full podcasts@bigducknyc.com (Big Duck)This podcast explores best practices for design online.Big DuckThis podcast explores best practices for design online. Who are You--Personify your organization Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:33:00 +0000 08:18 false full podcasts@bigducknyc.com (Big Duck)Defining your org's personality can be relatively painless, cheap, and fun, and will help ensure your communications sing from the same songbook and express the feeling you want to communicate.Big DuckDefining your org's personality can be relatively painless, cheap, and fun, and will help ensure your communications sing from the same songbook and express the feeling you want to communicate. Go Mobile--An Interview with Katrin Verclas Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:26:00 +0000 10:48 false full podcasts@bigducknyc.com (Big Duck)With over 3.3 billion active mobile phone accounts worldwide, there's no more direct way to reach people. Activist and consultant Katrin Verclas shares insights into how organizations are using SMS technology to create social change, and what your organization may want to consider as you dive in.Big DuckWith over 3.3 billion active mobile phone accounts worldwide, there's no more direct way to reach people. Activist and consultant Katrin Verclas shares insights into how organizations are using SMS technology to create social change, and what your organization may want to consider as you dive in. File Formats--The ABCs of EPS (and JPEG, and more) Wed, 03 Sep 2008 12:58:00 +0000 ]]> 07:03 false full podcasts@bigducknyc.com (Big Duck)Can't tell a TIFF from a JPEG? Raster art gotcha down? Sonny Mui, Senior Art Director, explains the basics of how file formats work, so you can manage artwork more effectively in-house.Big DuckCan't tell a TIFF from a JPEG? Raster art gotcha down? Sonny Mui, Senior Art Director, explains the basics of how file formats work, so you can manage artwork more effectively in-house. Guiding Growth--An Interview of Vision with Mark Lipton Mon, 18 Aug 2008 15:47:00 +0000 09:05 false full podcasts@bigducknyc.com (Big Duck)What is Vision? And how does it differ from Mission? In this interview with Mark Lipton (Professor and Chair of Management Programs at Milano, the New School for Management and Urban Policy), we talk about how Visions are critical to guiding organizational growth.Big DuckWhat is Vision? And how does it differ from Mission? In this interview with Mark Lipton (Professor and Chair of Management Programs at Milano, the New School for Management and Urban Policy), we talk about how Visions are critical to guiding organizational growth. Media Rules--An Interview with Brian Reich on new media Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:39:00 +0000 ]]> 15:10 false full podcasts@bigducknyc.com (Big Duck)Wondering how all this new media and technology might impact your nonprofit's communications? Author Brian Reich shares his approach to integrating new media with sound communications strategies, and offers some useful tips and resources to help you get started.Big DuckWondering how all this new media and technology might impact your nonprofit's communications? Author Brian Reich shares his approach to integrating new media with sound communications strategies, and offers some useful tips and resources to help you get started. Research--Qualitative, Quantitative, and Do-It-Yourself Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:57:00 +0000 ]]> 09:35 false full podcasts@bigducknyc.com (Big Duck)Conducting proper research can be vital in informing your organization's communications. Sarah Durham gets some pointers from special guest Ann Duffett about what you can do on your own and when you should get some outside help.Big DuckConducting proper research can be vital in informing your organization's communications. Sarah Durham gets some pointers from special guest Ann Duffett about what you can do on your own and when you should get some outside help. Web 2.0--Meet your audiences where they are Mon, 16 Jun 2008 21:21:00 +0000 ]]> 10:02 false full podcasts@bigducknyc.com (Big Duck)Looking to connect to your donors on a more personal level? Consider using one of the many social networking platforms out there to give them a more interactive experience.Big DuckLooking to connect to your donors on a more personal level? Consider using one of the many social networking platforms out there to give them a more interactive experience. Taglines--Your org in seven words or less Thu, 22 May 2008 14:41:00 +0000 ]]> 10:29 false full podcasts@bigducknyc.com (Big Duck)Want a low-cost, high-value way to clarify your name and define your work? Consider developing a tagline to differentiate your organization from your peers and competitors. In this episode you'll learn some of the do's and don'ts of tagline development and usage.Big DuckWant a low-cost, high-value way to clarify your name and define your work? Consider developing a tagline to differentiate your organization from your peers and competitors. In this episode you'll learn some of the do's and don'ts of tagline development and usage. Writing for the Web--Less is more Thu, 01 May 2008 19:57:00 +0000 08:45 false full podcasts@bigducknyc.com (Big Duck)Learn to say more with less when writing for the web. Use these best practices and tools to make sure you're getting your message across online.Big DuckLearn to say more with less when writing for the web. Use these best practices and tools to make sure you're getting your message across online. Names and Acronyms--Look before you leap Wed, 23 Apr 2008 19:42:00 +0000 09:41 false full podcasts@bigducknyc.com (Big Duck)Before you settle on a shortcut for your name, consider the risks and implications.Big DuckBefore you settle on a shortcut for your name, consider the risks and implications. Holistic Communications--More than the immediate project Mon, 07 Apr 2008 16:50:00 +0000 09:19 false full podcasts@bigducknyc.com (Big Duck)When creating that website, annual report, brochure, or other communications piece, taking a step back to survey the 'bigger picture' and think strategically can dramatically improve results.Big DuckWhen creating that website, annual report, brochure, or other communications piece, taking a step back to survey the 'bigger picture' and think strategically can dramatically improve results. Diversify your fundraising--Attracting individual donors Wed, 26 Mar 2008 18:49:00 +0000 ]]> 07:31 false full podcasts@bigducknyc.com (Big Duck)Adding email and online banners to your year-end annual appeal can reap great rewards. In this cast we will outline how Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy reached a broader base of donors with a few simple tools.Big DuckAdding email and online banners to your year-end annual appeal can reap great rewards. In this cast we will outline how Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy reached a broader base of donors with a few simple tools.