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The PR Breakdown with Molly McPherson

The PR Breakdown reveals the moves behind the mess. Crisis communication expert Molly McPherson dissects the viral scandals, celebrity meltdowns, and corporate disasters dominating headlines to show you the strategic mistakes and desperate moves that destroy reputations - so you never make them yourself.

Media News Society & Culture Business Leadership
Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
28 minutes
Episodes
338
Years Active
2018 - 2025
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249: Point of No Return: Three Telling Signs of an Unrecoverable Public Relations Crisis

249: Point of No Return: Three Telling Signs of an Unrecoverable Public Relations Crisis

What if the ticking time bomb of a public relations crisis was right under your nose and you didn't even recognize it? Our latest episode brings you face to face with the harsh realities of reputatio…

00:19:31  |   Tue 11 Jul 2023
BONUS: Colleen Ballinger's Troubling Silence Before Picking Up the Ukulele

BONUS: Colleen Ballinger's Troubling Silence Before Picking Up the Ukulele

An episode that explores the Colleen Ballinger PR crisis before she released the ukulele apology song. 

In episode 248 of "Behind the Headlines," we delve into the gripping case of Colleen Ballinger, …

00:48:30  |   Mon 03 Jul 2023
247: Under Pressure: OceanGate's Titanic Struggles with Media and Public Perception

247: Under Pressure: OceanGate's Titanic Struggles with Media and Public Perception

The captivating story of the missing Titanic submersible and the PR crisis that ensued for OceanGate.  We unravel the media coverage, public perception, and the different strategies employed by Ocean…

00:36:38  |   Tue 27 Jun 2023
246: Breaking the Paywall: A Free Membership Offering in the Cancel Culture Era

246: Breaking the Paywall: A Free Membership Offering in the Cancel Culture Era

What if you could connect with your audience and experts like never before? Discover the incredible new platform called Five that's backed by big names like Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, and Bill Gate…

00:18:03  |   Tue 20 Jun 2023
245: Crisis Control: Unraveling Breaking News Stories for Tips on Mastering Public Relations Blowback

245: Crisis Control: Unraveling Breaking News Stories for Tips on Mastering Public Relations Blowback

Last week was a big week for breaking news. From the departure of CEO Chris Licht to wildfires, last week was an example of the dynamic nature of breaking news. With technology and social media, head…

00:24:41  |   Tue 13 Jun 2023
244: Lessons Learned: Promoting Pride Events and Merchandise – Insights from Target, Bud Light, Adidas, and the L.A. Dodgers

244: Lessons Learned: Promoting Pride Events and Merchandise – Insights from Target, Bud Light, Adidas, and the L.A. Dodgers

What does it take for a brand to successfully navigate the delicate waters of LGBTQ+ marketing during Pride Month? Join us as we explore the challenges and rewards of inclusive marketing and branding…

00:32:17  |   Tue 06 Jun 2023
243: Unfiltered Inbox: Your Questions, My Replies

243: Unfiltered Inbox: Your Questions, My Replies

The current level of discourse on social media has created a pretty strained environment for users (and that’s putting it mildly). Even a simple analysis can trigger intense responses from viewers, c…

00:31:34  |   Tue 30 May 2023
242: Home Run for a Press Statement: LA Dodgers Welcome Back LGBTQ+ Group for Pride Night

242: Home Run for a Press Statement: LA Dodgers Welcome Back LGBTQ+ Group for Pride Night

On this episode of Indestructible PR Podcast with Molly McPherson, the focus is on the challenge of regaining a lost reputation after a crisis. Molly discusses the importance of acknowledging mistake…

00:09:21  |   Tue 23 May 2023
241: Promoting Racial Sensitivity, Demoting Weaponized Misinformation, and Reflecting on My Recent Mistake on TikTok

241: Promoting Racial Sensitivity, Demoting Weaponized Misinformation, and Reflecting on My Recent Mistake on TikTok

In this episode, discussing the growing importance of understanding racial insensitivity online. We discuss the recent car chase story involving Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, as well as the press a…

00:59:55  |   Sun 21 May 2023
240: Between Spin and Wag the Dog: Uncovering the Dark Arts of PR and Perception Management

240: Between Spin and Wag the Dog: Uncovering the Dark Arts of PR and Perception Management

In today's episode, we delve deep into the realm of public relations (PR) and perception management. Step behind the curtain with us as we uncover the hidden strategies and tactics that PR profession…

00:32:54  |   Tue 16 May 2023
239: Beating the Bullies: 5 Expert Tips for How Organizations Can Thwart Online Attacks

239: Beating the Bullies: 5 Expert Tips for How Organizations Can Thwart Online Attacks

A digital intimidation campaign is only as effective as your fear of it. Franklin D. Roosevelt famously said that the only thing we have to fear is fear itself. How does that apply to Public Relation…

00:18:16  |   Tue 09 May 2023
238: The Art of Manufactured Outrage: How Celebrities and Brands Court Controversy for Buzz and Profit

238: The Art of Manufactured Outrage: How Celebrities and Brands Court Controversy for Buzz and Profit

As seen on NBC News, exploring the phenomenon of manufactured outrage and how it is used by celebrities and brands to generate buzz and profit. Molly discusses her contribution to the broadcast news …

00:33:41  |   Tue 02 May 2023
237: The Fallout: MillerKnoll and Clearlink's Pitiful Employee Town Halls

237: The Fallout: MillerKnoll and Clearlink's Pitiful Employee Town Halls

Employee well-being should be at the forefront of every CEO’s mind, not only because it is the right thing to do from a humanistic perspective, but also because your reputation as a leader and the lo…

00:22:41  |   Tue 25 Apr 2023
236: The Dalai Lama Responds: Analyzing the Intent Behind the PR Statement

236: The Dalai Lama Responds: Analyzing the Intent Behind the PR Statement

It’s not often that one of the world’s most admired spiritual leaders who describes himself as an advocate for warm-heartedness, compassion, forgiveness, tolerance, and self-discipline finds himself …

00:27:55  |   Tue 18 Apr 2023
235: Turning Scandal into Opportunity: How Celebrities Can Leverage Their Time in the Spotlight

235: Turning Scandal into Opportunity: How Celebrities Can Leverage Their Time in the Spotlight

In this episode, discussing how celebrities can turn scandal into opportunity and leverage their time in the spotlight to create positive change. We will explore different ways in which celebrities h…

00:20:56  |   Tue 11 Apr 2023
234: Sorry, Not Sorry: Exploring How CEOs Apologize During Employee Layoffs

234: Sorry, Not Sorry: Exploring How CEOs Apologize During Employee Layoffs

Sweeping layoffs were big news in 2022, and this shows no sign of slowing down in 2023. From Amazon to Salesforce, Twitter, Google, and more, major tech companies are making large numbers of employee…

00:17:28  |   Tue 04 Apr 2023
233: PR Distraction and the Power of Goop: How Gwyneth Paltrow Shifted the Focus Ahead of Her Ski Crash Trial

233: PR Distraction and the Power of Goop: How Gwyneth Paltrow Shifted the Focus Ahead of Her Ski Crash Trial

 The Academy Award-winning actress and Goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow recently made headlines for a comment she made on a podcast about her daily wellness routine. This episode explains how information…

00:16:47  |   Tue 28 Mar 2023
232: Breaking Down the Pros and Cons of Using AI to Write Your Press Release

232: Breaking Down the Pros and Cons of Using AI to Write Your Press Release

As AI continues to advance and become more accessible, the question of using it to write press releases is becoming more relevant. After a tweet posted by Molly on the topic of using AI for this purp…

00:17:48  |   Tue 21 Mar 2023
231: The Social Dilemma 2.0: Navigating the Next Generation of the Social Media Crisis

231: The Social Dilemma 2.0: Navigating the Next Generation of the Social Media Crisis

Social media has revolutionized the way we communicate, connect, and consume information, and will continue to do so. The world of social media is ever-changing and, as we enter the next generation o…

00:13:40  |   Tue 14 Mar 2023
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