The Role of Political Communications with Michelle Woods Matthews
2026 is an incredibly interesting time to be a political communications professional as changing technology, politics, and generational differences have never been more clear.
Outgoing Communications Director at City Hall Michelle Woods Matthews has extensive experience in the field, from working as the spokesperson for former Connecticut State Treasurer Shawn Wooden to reproductive rights work and President Obama's 2012 campaign. Host Jack Pavia and Michelle discuss all of it, from the importance of seeing and hearing from your local government to honing the voice of the Mayor of Norwalk as she works to represent him publicly.
Outgoing Communications Director at City Hall Michelle Woods Matthews has extensive experience in the field, from working as the spokesperson for former Connecticut State Treasurer Shawn Wooden to reproductive rights work and President Obama's 2012 campaign. Host Jack Pavia and Michelle discuss all of it, from the importance of seeing and hearing from your local government to honing the voice of the Mayor of Norwalk as she works to represent him publicly.