Pew Research Center analyzed podcast content in the United States, specifically examining the guests hosted by top-ranked podcasts in 2022. A content analysis of 434 top podcasts with 24,004 episodes was conducted between Jan. 1 – Dec. 31, 2022. All podcasts were on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and researchers used OpenAI’s Generative Pre-Trained (GPT) model to extract … Continue reading Trends Among Top-Ranked Podcasts in the U.S.
This summary is provided by the IPR Digital Media Research Center The Reuters Institute and the University of Oxford researched how the growth of AI will impact the reliability of news information and the sustainability of mainstream media. They also analyzed how organizations around the world plan to adapt to these challenges and manage potential risks. … Continue reading Trend Predictions for 2024: Journalism, Technology, and the Media
The Public Religion Research Institute analyzed how Generation Z (Gen Z) brings their values and viewpoints on political, social, and cultural issues into their communities, workplaces, and the greater U.S. political landscape. An online survey of 6,616 U.S. participants aged 13-25 years old was conducted from Aug. 21 – Sept. 15, 2023. Respondents were put into … Continue reading How does Gen Z View Generational Change and Political Leadership?
This summary is provided by the IPR Digital Media Research Center Pew Research Center analyzed how Americans of different ages use social media platforms. A survey of 5,733 U.S. adults was conducted from May 19 – Sept. 15, 2023. Key findings include:1.) 83% of respondents overall said they have used YouTube, making it the most widely … Continue reading How Americans are Using Social Media
Davis + Gilbert researched significant trends and challenges in the public relations industry, including the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and the impact on businesses. A survey of 182 respondents across multiple business sectors was conducted in October 2023, along with a literature review of publicly available deal activity from 2023. Key findings include: 1.) … Continue reading The Impact of AI on the Bottom Line in PR
PwC studied which factors CEOs predict will impact business in the coming years, including developments in artificial intelligence (AI) and climate action. A survey of 4,702 CEOs in 105 countries and territories was conducted Oct. 2 – Nov. 10, 2023. Key findings include: 1.) Respondents said the top factors that will drive change in their … Continue reading CEO Perspectives: Thriving Through Change
PRovoke Media studied ESG, DEI, and budget trends in communication functions across Asia-Pacific. A survey of more than 120 senior in-house communications executives across the APAC region was conducted during the second quarter of 2023. Key findings include: 1.) 54% of respondents expressed high confidence levels in their businesses over the next 12 months. — … Continue reading The Executive Outlook on Communication in Asia-Pacific
This summary is provided by the IPR Center for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Pew Research Center analyzed Black Americans’ experiences, habits, and attitudes around news and information. An online survey of 4,742 U.S. adults who identified as Black was conducted from Feb. 22 – Mar. 5, 2023. Key findings include: 1.) 58% of respondents said local … Continue reading How Do Black Americans Engage with Local News?
This blog is provided by the IPR Organizational Communication Research Center Formal organizations are considered the central institutions of modern society. We exist with and through them as they organize and structure our life from the beginning through to the end. New technology has created different challenges for all types of organizations. On the one … Continue reading Understanding How Internal Communication Affects Life Satisfaction
IPR is a sponsor of the Latin American Communication Monitor The Latin American Communication Monitor (LCM) analyzed trends in Latin America’s PR field and what professionals are predicting for 2024. A survey of 1,134 communications professionals from 20 countries was conducted from May – June 2022. Key findings include: 1.) Multiple trends were consistent across … Continue reading Top Priorities in 2024 for Latin American Communicators
MuckRack analyzed the current responsibilities of public relations professionals and expectations for the upcoming business year. A survey of 193 professionals in marketing and communication leadership roles was conducted from Sept. 7 – Oct. 26, 2023. Key findings include: 1.) 68% of all leaders surveyed said their role is a mix of marketing and communication. … Continue reading Trends in Marketing and Communication Leadership in 2023 and Beyond
Davis+Gilbert analyzed corporate trends in artificial intelligence (AI) and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices. A survey of 182 respondents was conducted as well a collection of data on mergers and acquisitions based on publicly available deal activity. Key findings include: 1.) 45% of organizations used AI to create written content, followed by using AI … Continue reading How the PR Industry Follows AI Trends