Throwback Thursday: Remember Geraldo and Sally Jessy Raphael?

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    Back in 1992 when Dick Youngblood first wrote about Media Relations in his popular Star Tribune column, we were the up-and-coming agency getting results by being a little different. Okay, a lot different. We were the mavericks. The rogues. We still are.

    While other agencies were faxing one-size-fits-all press releases, we were taking phone calls from TV and radio stations looking to us for story ideas. Those were the days when we were booking clients on Joan Rivers, Sally Jessy Raphael and Geraldo. We even arranged media coverage for our more … uh … novel … clients including an Elvis channeler.

    The players may have changed but we’re still doing what we do best. We’re taking calls from The Dr. Oz Show, from the network morning TV shows and from Sirius Radio producers who all want to work with us on story ideas.

    And if you are curious about the Elvis channeler? He has since left the building. But he expressed his gratitude to us by saying (with his famous lip curl): “Thank you. Thank you very much.”

    Media coverage is still one of the best ways to tell your stories. By working with us, you’re choosing an agency that’s willing to bend a few rules and to try different tactics that will get you noticed. Call us at 952-697-5200 to get started.

    Article by Robin Miller, Editor-In-Chief, SAM 6 Pro

    Robin Miller coordinates content development across newsletters, social media, websites, blogs and press releases at Media Relations Agency. She specializes in interviewing clients and spokespeople, uncovering their stories, and translating complex ideas into clear, compelling, media-grade content. Robin is known for her ability to shape messaging so it resonates with the intended audience, ensuring clarity, relevance, and persuasive impact. An IABC- and Mercury-award winner, she brings a diverse professional background to her work, including practical experience in the health sciences, which allows her to accurately interpret and communicate scientific and technical information for mainstream and trade media. Robin also brings a strong understanding of modern digital marketing requirements, ensuring content not only reads well, but aligns with evolving platforms, regulations, and best practices.

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