Episode 161 – Navigating Public Trust – Andy Shain on his career shift from Journalism to PR in Higher Ed

In this episode, we sit down with Andy Shain – long one of the most respected journalists in the Carolinas who now is a senior communicator at the University of South Carolina. After more than 30 years covering business, politics, higher education, and two presidential campaigns, Andy brings a rare dual perspective: the journalist who once held institutions accountable and the communicator now helping one institution navigate reputation in a rapidly changing landscape. Host Mike Fernandez explores Andy’s transition from the newsroom to higher education, the evolving pressures facing universities and the role of storytelling in shaping public trust. A thoughtful, timely conversation for anyone working at the intersection of communication, leadership, and public institutions.