The Journey from MTV VJ to Healthcare Comms with Jim Shearer

Jim Shearer is the Director of Communications at Fox Rehabilitation, a clinician-owned, mission-driven healthcare organization dedicated to improving the lives of older adults. Previously, he worked at MTV Networks, hosting MTV2’s "Subterranean" and VH1’s "Top 20 Video Countdown". He's also the creative force behind "The Brouhaha," a podcast dedicated to the Beastie Boys. On this episode, Jim discusses his journey from MTV VJ to healthcare communications, memorable interviews with David Bowie, Bloc Party, and the Beastie Boys, and how his college students view media differently from previous generations.

Key Takeaways:

- Jim's notable MTV interviews

- Why Gen Z has a much different perspective on media

- The fulfilling part of working in healthcare

Episode Timeline:

1:35Tod won a contest on Jim's podcast

2:35Jim’s early career and goal to meet the Beastie Boys

4:05Jim’s journey from college radio to MTV

4:55Meeting the Beastie Boys and career milestones

7:53Tod interviewed Ringo Starr

9:17Jim interviewed David Bowie