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Janet Generally Speaking

I'm Janet Gericke, a podcaster, communications professional, thespian, avid reader, and sometimes crafter. My podcast is a series of differently themed podcast episodes.
INSPIRE, a series of conversations with inspiring people who I hope will also inspire you.
INSIDE PR is a Q&A series with PR practitioners and industry-aligned professionals, answering the questions we put to them.
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Occasionally English South Africa Self-Improvement · Personal Journals
16 Episodes

Do Journalists Leave Their Desks?

I ask Samantha Perry from SJ Perry PR to discuss whether, in a much busier world, journalists still leave their desks to attend media events and interviews.
4 Apr 4 min

Talking NPOs: BarkingMad SA working to save lives everyday

In this episode, the first where I will talk to an NPO and find out who they are, how they work and what they are doing for the community and the people, or animals they are working to help, I talk to Tracy McQuarrie, the founder of BarkingMad SA about…
20 Mar 44 min

Pitching call vs Email

Samantha from SJ Perry PR answers the question of whether to call a journalist first with a pitch or to email first.
11 Mar 7 min

How do you build media relationships?

Sam Perry from SJ Perry PR answers the question by discussing that journalists are people and that you need to build relationships with them the same way you would with anybody else in your professional peer group.
4 Mar 10 min

Inside PR Series: What is PR?

The question in this episode of Inside PR is "What is PR"? Sam Perry from SJ Perry PR answers the question, which serves as a reminder for those who have been in the industry for a long time and provides understanding for those who are new to the industry or…
2 Mar 5 min

Gen Allen on Leadership, Learning and Staying Calm When Things Go Wrong

In this episode of Generally Speaking, Janet sits down with Gen Allen for an open, thoughtful conversation about work, learning and leadership. Gen talks about growing up around business, finding her way through marketing and education, and why she never stopped studying while building her career. They discuss women in…
19 Dec 2025 35 min

Lawyer by day, writer always

It was a great pleasure spending time with Gail Schimmel for this episode. Gail is a lawyer (with 4 degrees) working for the Advertising Regulatory Board and the author of at least 7 books in her name and co-author as Katie Gayle in a murder mystery series. In this episode,…
27 Oct 2025 44 min

Committed to sustainability and activism with Yasmine Miemiec

Janet chats with Yasmine Miemic, owner and founder of 5Inc and EcoSpirit, where they discuss Yasmine’s commitment to activism and sustainability. Yasmine shares with us the influence of her father and uncle. Finally, we hear whether it’s chips or chocolate in the quick-fire questions. For more about Yasmine’s businesses, visit…
10 Sep 2024 26 min

Communicating, collaborating and networking with Projeni Pather

Projeni Pather, owner and founder of Exposure Marketing, talks to Janet about her business, her mentor, and the people who inspire her. Projeni shares with us who inspires you and how they made it through COVID. Finally, we hear what song she may or may not be dancing to in…
6 Jun 2023 36 min

Navigating Life's Transitions with Jodene Shaer

Navigating Life's Transitions: A Conversation with Jodene Shaer, Co-owner of Lifeology, Personal Transformation Coach, Holistic Entrepreneur, Author, Speaker, and Plant-Based Vegan. Janet chats with Jodene Shaer about her journey as an entrepreneur to realising her passion and purpose while helping others find theirs. Jodene shares what brought her to be…
23 May 2023 50 min

Behind the Scenes with Marylou Bawden

Janet chats with Marylou Bawden, owner and founder of Clear Path Senior and Speciality Move Managers, and explores her journey of building a successful business. Marylou shares with us what motivated her to start the business, who inspires her, and what brings her inner satisfaction. Finally, we hear what song…
16 May 2023 31 min
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I'm Janet Gericke, a podcaster, communications professional, thespian, avid reader, and sometimes crafter. My podcast is a series of differently themed podcast episodes. INSPIRE, a series of conversations with inspiring people who I hope will also inspire you. INSIDE PR is a Q&A series with PR practitioners and industry-aligned professionals,…
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