James Canning was the PR pro for one the region’s most popular politicians. Everything was going exceptionally well for his boss and for James. And then one morning that all changed. 

Nathan Fletcher abruptly ended his State Senate campaign and days later, after being accused of sexual harassment, he announced he was stepping down from elected office, giving up his job as a San Diego County Supervisor. 

For the first time publicly, James discusses what that was like for him and his colleagues, and how he dealt with the backlash from Nathan’s critics and some members of the media. James also was on the frontlines when former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick resigned under mounting pressure and allegations. 

James discusses that, his love for the Detroit Lions, cooking, painting, his Flack Talk podcast, and more with Tony and Juan.

The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:00 - Introduction and Background
00:04:31 - Nathan Fletcher's Resignation
00:08:12 - Flack Talk and Journalism
00:10:27 - Career Path and Motivation
00:12:45 - Networking and Mentors
00:13:19 - Finding Common Ground
00:16:36 - Shocking News
00:21:36 - Dealing with Crisis
00:24:52 - Public Scrutiny
00:25:40 - The Impact of Crisis Communication
00:30:54 - Moving Forward from Past Leadership
00:31:44 - Continuing Service Amidst Challenges
00:33:48 - Creative Outlets and Artistic Endeavors
00:37:49 - Brand Building and Leadership
00:38:31 - Setting the Creative Standard
00:39:59 - Functional Art and Creativity
00:41:46 - Michigan Values and Connection to San Diego
00:47:56 - Impactful Interview and Personal Insights

<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamescanning/">James Canning</a> was the PR pro for one the region’s most popular politicians. Everything was going exceptionally well for his boss and for James. And then one morning that all changed. 
Nathan Fletcher abruptly ended his State Senate campaign and days later, after being accused of sexual harassment, he announced he was <a href="https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/watchdog/story/2023-05-15/nathan-fletcher-public-apology-defends-allegations-resignation">stepping down from elected office,</a> giving up his job as a San Diego County Supervisor. 
For the first time publicly, James discusses what that was like for him and his colleagues, and how he dealt with the backlash from Nathan’s critics and some members of the media. James also was on the frontlines when former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick resigned under mounting pressure and allegations. 
James discusses that, his love for the Detroit Lions, cooking, painting, his <a href="https://www.flacktalk.com">Flack Talk</a> podcast, and more with Tony and Juan.
The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Background 00:04:31 - Nathan Fletcher's Resignation 00:08:12 - Flack Talk and Journalism 00:10:27 - Career Path and Motivation 00:12:45 - Networking and Mentors 00:13:19 - Finding Common Ground 00:16:36 - Shocking News 00:21:36 - Dealing with Crisis 00:24:52 - Public Scrutiny 00:25:40 - The Impact of Crisis Communication 00:30:54 - Moving Forward from Past Leadership 00:31:44 - Continuing Service Amidst Challenges 00:33:48 - Creative Outlets and Artistic Endeavors 00:37:49 - Brand Building and Leadership 00:38:31 - Setting the Creative Standard 00:39:59 - Functional Art and Creativity 00:41:46 - Michigan Values and Connection to San Diego 00:47:56 - Impactful Interview and Personal Insights

Dear San Diego is a public affairs podcast with personality.

Hosted by veteran communication specialists Tony Manolatos and Juan Hernandez, Dear San Diego gives newsmakers and others a platform to discuss the big issues of the day, but that’s just the beginning. 

Tony and Juan’s guests share what’s not in their bios, who they are away from work, secrets to success, and more. Tony and Juan also discuss work, home, fatherhood, health and wellness, and youth sports – where the politics can be way more fierce than they are at city hall. 

Tony and Juan met a decade ago while working for dueling mayoral candidates in San Diego. Since then, the two friends have worked together on numerous public affairs, land-use, and issue campaigns. 

Dear San Diego is a public affairs podcast with personality.
Hosted by veteran communication specialists Tony Manolatos and Juan Hernandez, Dear San Diego gives newsmakers and others a platform to discuss the big issues of the day, but that’s just the beginning. 
Tony and Juan’s guests share what’s not in their bios, who they are away from work, secrets to success, and more. Tony and Juan also discuss work, home, fatherhood, health and wellness, and youth sports – where the politics can be way more fierce than they are at city hall. 
Tony and Juan met a decade ago while working for dueling mayoral candidates in San Diego. Since then, the two friends have worked together on numerous public affairs, land-use, and issue campaigns.

Dear San Diego

Hosted by veteran public relations specialists, Tony Manolatos and Juan Hernandez discuss the not so obvious talents, attributes, and behaviors of fellow colleagues. Learn what's not in the bios and CV's and what's be the secret to the sauce of their success.

Hosted by veteran public relations specialists, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonymanolatos">Tony Manolatos</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-m-hernandez-pisano-3166a275/">Juan Hernandez</a> discuss the not so obvious talents, attributes, and behaviors of fellow colleagues. Learn what's not in the bios and CV's and what's be the secret to the sauce of their success.

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