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This is the only thing you have to fear in a crisis. Listen as crisis and reputation strategist Molly McPherson explains what is at the heart of every crisis.
Recorded late on a Friday— moments after her meeting with a client in crisis— Molly checked out the national news headlines looking for a Friday news dump. She wanted to find the common theme between what she heard on that client call and what that headline story revealed.
She found it.
Learn what the secret trigger of every client crisis.
Feeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
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The Invisible Machine Behind Celebrity Stories
Overview
In this episode, Molly explores how celebrity stories are crafted and shaped behind the scenes, examining the key players and mechanisms that drive celebrity narratives in media.Case Studies Discussed
Meghan Markle's Brand RelaunchTaylor Swift/Blake Lively SituationRyan Reynolds & Blake Lively
Vanity Fair article "American Hustle" (February 2025 edition)Previous episode (#299) on Taylor Swift distancing from Blake LivelyPR Breakdown Substack: prbreakdown.media
Additional Resources MentionedFeeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
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In this episode of 'The PR Breakdown,' Molly delves into the intricate PR maneuvers and power plays behind the rift between Taylor Swift and Blake Lively. Taylor Swift reportedly feels used in the ongoing legal tussle between Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and Justin Baldoni. The episode covers the strategic leak by Swift's team to distance her from the drama, involving lawsuits over defamation, sexual harassment, and privacy invasion. McPherson explains why timing and reputation management are crucial in such high-profile disputes, and predicts the impact of this crisis on the careers and personal lives of those involved.
Feeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
You can download a copy immediately while your physical copy gets shipped to you.
Grab the Playbook: https://www.mollymcpherson.com/prplaybookNeed a Keynote Speaker? Drawing from real-world PR battles, Molly delivers the same engaging stories and hard-won crisis insights from the podcast to your live audience. Click here to book Molly for your next meeting.
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Dissecting the public relations and power dynamics involving three high-profile men who were in the news recently: Donald Trump, Ryan Reynolds, and Jay-Z. Let's take an impartial but critical look at Trump's controversial handling of a tragic plane crash and his divisive politics, Ryan Reynolds' suspected staged paparazzi event amid legal drama with Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, and Jay-Z's recent PR moves amidst serious legal troubles coinciding with Beyonce's Grammy win.
The episode also covers various manipulative tactics seen in these cases and provides advice on recognizing and dealing with power imbalances in personal and professional relationships.
Feeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
You can download a copy immediately while your physical copy gets shipped to you.
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In this explosive episode, we delve into a Hollywood controversy grabbing headlines after a simple voicemail reignited the full-blown power struggle between Justin Baldoni, Blake Lively, and Ryan Reynolds. Molly reveals how Reynolds' carefully crafted public image might be cracking under the pressure of mounting allegations and legal battles between his wife and Justin Baldoni.
Listen to several key developments in this unfolding drama:
Reynolds' strategic public appearances and speeches suggest a calculated effort to maintain narrative control despite growing controversyBlake Lively's position within her high-profile marriage comes under scrutiny as allegations of control and influence surfaceJustin Baldoni emerges as an unlikely hero in this David vs. Goliath narrative, potentially transforming his career through the controversyParallels emerge between this real-world drama and themes from Colleen Hoover's fictional works, particularly regarding domestic dynamicsThe implications of this scandal promise to reshape Hollywood's power structure and how celebrity PR crises are managed going forwardFeeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
You can download a copy immediately while your physical copy gets shipped to you.
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In this episode of The PR Breakdown, diving into Donald Trump’s second inaugural address and breaking down the PR strategies, rhetorical moves, and media messages woven throughout. From the decision to move the ceremony indoors to Trump’s subdued, teleprompter-driven delivery, the address was a masterclass in image-conscious storytelling. He leaned heavily into his narrative as the avenging hero, divinely chosen to save America—rhetoric that fires up his base but leaves communicators with plenty to dissect when it comes to the risks of divisive messaging.
Let's also get into the visuals—like Melania’s now-iconic hat and the up-close, tightly framed setting that gave the event a different vibe. Add in some eyebrow-raising claims (hello, "Manifest Destiny" and renaming the Gulf of Mexico), and we’ve got a lot to unpack about how these choices shape public perception. Love him or hate him, this address is full of lessons for anyone working to craft messages that stick. Let’s get into it!
Feeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
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The episode examines the mismanagement of communication during the recent LA wildfires, focusing on Mayor Karen Bass's absence during the crisis and the subsequent erosion of public trust. Key lessons in crisis communication emphasize the need for transparency, empathy, and accountability from leaders facing critical situations.
• Analysis of Mayor Bass's timeline during the wildfires
• Discussion on the impact of her international travel
• Examination of communication failures and trust erosion
• Connection made between budget cuts and fire response
• Overview of public reactions and online petitions for resignation
• Key lessons for leaders in crisis communication
• Importance of empathy and transparency in restoring trustFeeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
You can download a copy immediately while your physical copy gets shipped to you.
Grab the Playbook: https://www.mollymcpherson.com/prplaybookNeed a Keynote Speaker? Drawing from real-world PR battles, Molly delivers the same engaging stories and hard-won crisis insights from the podcast to your live audience. Click here to book Molly for your next meeting.
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Amid the glamorous yet ruthless world of Hollywood, Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni find themselves embroiled in a high-profile legal battle stemming from the adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s novel, “It Ends With Us.” The episode explores the tangled web of celebrity relations, PR strategies, and serious allegations of misconduct that threaten to overshadow their professional endeavors and alter the public's perception of both stars.
• Overview of the legal feud between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni
• The role of social media in shaping public opinion
• Ryan Reynolds’ impactful presence in the narrative
• Analysis of the sexual harassment claims made by Lively
• Discussion on PR tactics and their ethical implications
• The fallout from the New York Times article detailing the smear campaign
• Exploring themes of power dynamics and accountability in Hollywood
• Reflection on whether lawsuits can salvage deteriorating reputations
Do you think lawsuits solve reputation problems? Will the reputation problems of Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively be solved by these lawsuits, or do they just pour gasoline on the fire?Feeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
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They’re back and ready to dissect the year’s biggest communications fiascos. I’m joined by Warren Weeks and John Perenack, my Candian colleagues in crisis behind the Reputation Town podcast, to break down 2024’s most cringe-worthy PR disasters. We’re talking about brand meltdowns, public figures who just couldn’t keep it together, and major corporations fumbling their way through social backlash. From outrageous missteps to the frantic damage control that followed, you’ll hear why these moments matter—and how they’ve changed the game for everyone trying to stay ahead of the chaos.
This isn’t your standard highlight reel. We’re peeling back the layers and diving into what sparked each scandal, what really set people off, and how organizations tried (or failed) to make it right. It’s all about shining a light on what worked, what flopped, and what we should keep in mind for the future. Grab your headphones and get ready for an honest, insightful, and refreshingly down-to-earth look at the year’s most unforgettable PR train wrecks.
Feeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
You can download a copy immediately while your physical copy gets shipped to you.
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Is Jay-Z truly a victim? Or is this a masterful PR strategy?
This episode analyzes Jay-Z’s bold statement denying recent allegations and the strategy behind his fiery words. Hear how Jay-Z frames the accusations as absurd and meritless while directly aiming at attorney Tony Buzbee in a battle of wits and egos. It also looks at Beyonce’s PR strategy and speculates on how the couple might handle high-profile events like the Grammys. The episode includes exclusive clips from Molly’s recent interview with Access Hollywood.Feeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
You can download a copy immediately while your physical copy gets shipped to you.
Grab the Playbook: https://www.mollymcpherson.com/prplaybookNeed a Keynote Speaker? Drawing from real-world PR battles, Molly delivers the same engaging stories and hard-won crisis insights from the podcast to your live audience. Click here to book Molly for your next meeting.
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When controversies swirl, smart PR can turn turbulence into triumph. In this episode, dive into how Universal Pictures and the Wicked team transformed five headline-grabbing challenges into opportunities to strengthen the film’s buzz and audience trust.
Scandals, Salaries & Strategy: From love triangles to pay gap rumors, discover how they tackled the drama with finesse.
Tweets, Trends & Two-Part Twists: See how a two-part release and resurfaced tweets were spun into narrative wins.
Crisis Lessons Worth Singing About: Uncover key strategies to engage stakeholders and turn outrage into standing ovations.Feeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
You can download a copy immediately while your physical copy gets shipped to you.
Grab the Playbook: https://www.mollymcpherson.com/prplaybookNeed a Keynote Speaker? Drawing from real-world PR battles, Molly delivers the same engaging stories and hard-won crisis insights from the podcast to your live audience. Click here to book Molly for your next meeting.
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The Zach Bryan and Brianna "Chicken Fry" LaPaglia breakup has become a masterclass in contrasting PR strategies, pitting traditional celebrity discretion against modern social media transparency. As country music star Bryan maintains careful control through cryptic messages and measured statements, Barstool Sports personality LaPaglia takes the opposite approach, sharing raw, emotional details about their relationship and its end.
Their public split crystallizes a pivotal moment in celebrity PR, where old-school privacy collides with new-age authenticity. The drama intensified with revelations about Bryan's presence on exclusive dating app Raya and LaPaglia's explosive claims about a potential non-disclosure agreement, sparking broader conversations about power dynamics in modern celebrity relationships.
Feeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
You can download a copy immediately while your physical copy gets shipped to you.
Grab the Playbook: https://www.mollymcpherson.com/prplaybookNeed a Keynote Speaker? Drawing from real-world PR battles, Molly delivers the same engaging stories and hard-won crisis insights from the podcast to your live audience. Click here to book Molly for your next meeting.
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Molly breaks down the TikTok drama everyone is consumed with at the moment - two creators and their pajamas. Cecily and Samantha Bachman, whose launch of $98 holiday pajamas sparked intense public criticism and led to a problematic apology that only fueled further backlash.
Joining Molly is renowned relationship expert Dr. Abby Medcalf, who illuminates the fascinating connection between entitled behavior and ineffective communication. Together, they explore why people—from social media influencers to everyday individuals—often resort to defensive responses and excessive justifications when faced with criticism, and what this reveals about our modern social dynamics.
Feeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
You can download a copy immediately while your physical copy gets shipped to you.
Grab the Playbook: https://www.mollymcpherson.com/prplaybookNeed a Keynote Speaker? Drawing from real-world PR battles, Molly delivers the same engaging stories and hard-won crisis insights from the podcast to your live audience. Click here to book Molly for your next meeting.
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Martha Stewart's Netflix documentary unpacks her biggest PR battles and delivers a masterclass in reputation repair. From that infamous CBS salad interview to the $45,000 ImClone stock trade that sent shockwaves through her empire, the documentary reveals the real story behind Martha's headlines. Learn how her lawyers' tight-lipped strategy backfired, why she stopped dating Anthony Hopkins, and how she's transformed her perfectionist reputation from a liability into an asset. Get the inside scoop on why this isn't just another celebrity documentary - it's a strategic PR move that proves sometimes the best defense is simply owning who you are.
Key moments:
The CBS interview that became a pre-meme memeHow James Comey turned a stock trade into a billion-dollar crisisMartha's unfiltered take on her legal troublesThe Anthony Hopkins dating revelationBehind-the-scenes footage showing classic Martha perfectionismFeeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
You can download a copy immediately while your physical copy gets shipped to you.
Grab the Playbook: https://www.mollymcpherson.com/prplaybookNeed a Keynote Speaker? Drawing from real-world PR battles, Molly delivers the same engaging stories and hard-won crisis insights from the podcast to your live audience. Click here to book Molly for your next meeting.
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It's a special episode featuring Molly's conversation with Canadian PR experts Warren Weeks and John Perenack from the Reputation Town podcast. Just days before the 2024 presidential election, they break down the most talked-about PR moves and media strategies shaping this historic race.
Episode Highlights
Analysis of Trump's McDonald's publicity stunt in PennsylvaniaThe "garbage" rhetoric war between campaignsJeff Bezos and the Washington Post's controversial no-endorsement decisionWhy traditional denial strategies are failing in the social media eraRising distrust in mainstream media and its impact on campaign messagingOur predictions for Election Day 2024Feeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
You can download a copy immediately while your physical copy gets shipped to you.
Grab the Playbook: https://www.mollymcpherson.com/prplaybookNeed a Keynote Speaker? Drawing from real-world PR battles, Molly delivers the same engaging stories and hard-won crisis insights from the podcast to your live audience. Click here to book Molly for your next meeting.
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Behind the Scenes with Dr. Abby: Celebrity Relationships, Loyalty, and Reputation in the Spotlight
This week’s PR Breakdown Live episode on Patreon takes a deep dive into celebrity relationships, loyalty, and the challenges of managing public perception. With Dr. Abby Metcalf joining as a special guest, this lively discussion covers how fame and success impact high-profile relationships, what drives public reputation, and the complexities that unfold when loyalty and fame collide.
Episode Highlights:
Celebrity Relationships and Fame: Dr. Abby shares insights on why high-profile figures often face unique relationship challenges, covering famous couples such as:Patrick and Brittany Mahomes – How their relationship evolved from high school sweethearts to a branded partnership.Shaquille O’Neal and Snoop Dogg – Examples of loyalty in long-term relationships amidst public careers.Jon Bon Jovi – Insights on long-term celebrity marriages and why some last despite the spotlight.Infidelity and Opportunity in Hollywood: A look into why fame often leads to temptation, featuring:Bruce Springsteen, Justin Hartley, Ethan Slater – When fame tests loyalty.Bill and Melinda Gates, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez – Dr. Abby discusses why many high-profile breakups happen later in life, touching on the concept of “gray divorce.”Public Reputation and Redemption: A discussion on reputation management, with a focus on:Ellen DeGeneres – Molly’s take on Ellen’s career shifts, her latest Netflix special, and how handling public perception impacts her legacy.Upcoming Masterclass on Managing Online Backlash: A sneak peek into the November 6th masterclass focused on handling backlash and protecting brand reputation, designed for communication professionals and anyone facing public scrutiny.For more exclusive content, weekly insights, and live discussions, listeners are invited to join the Patreon community for full access to PR Breakdown Live.
Join us next week for more expert PR insights and behind-the-scenes stories!
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Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
You can download a copy immediately while your physical copy gets shipped to you.
Grab the Playbook: https://www.mollymcpherson.com/prplaybookNeed a Keynote Speaker? Drawing from real-world PR battles, Molly delivers the same engaging stories and hard-won crisis insights from the podcast to your live audience. Click here to book Molly for your next meeting.
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This episode of The PR Breakdown explores whether individuals and organizations should always respond to reporters' inquiries. She presents a nuanced view of media engagement, highlighting key considerations before agreeing to an interview. The episode outlines three critical questions to guide this decision.
The episode includes real-life anecdotes from Molly's work and stresses the importance of understanding the media landscape, preparing adequately, and sometimes choosing to decline media opportunities to safeguard one's brand.Feeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
You can download a copy immediately while your physical copy gets shipped to you.
Grab the Playbook: https://www.mollymcpherson.com/prplaybookNeed a Keynote Speaker? Drawing from real-world PR battles, Molly delivers the same engaging stories and hard-won crisis insights from the podcast to your live audience. Click here to book Molly for your next meeting.
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In this episode of The PR Breakdown, we take a deep dive into the high-stakes PR strategy of a "100% Denial." This approach has long been used by celebrities, politicians, and public figures when facing serious accusations. But is it still a smart move in today’s social media-driven world?
We explore multiple examples of how this strategy plays out and examine why some public figures—like Garth Brooks, Lizzo, Prince Andrew, and Lance Armstrong—chose the denial route. Is it a legal necessity, or does it invite more trouble down the line? Breaking down why total denial can create significant risks, especially in an age where accountability is amplified through the media and social platforms.
From legal consequences to reputational fallout, this episode highlights how a denial strategy can quickly backfire without care and empathy.
Mentioned in This Episode:
Garth Brooks' legal team’s denial strategy against sexual assault allegationsLizzo's PR crisis over harassment and abuse claims by former dancersPrince Andrew’s disastrous 2019 BBC interview about his connection to Jeffrey EpsteinLance Armstrong’s decade-long denial of using performance-enhancing drugsThe risks of aligning solely with legal strategies in public crisesFeeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
You can download a copy immediately while your physical copy gets shipped to you.
Grab the Playbook: https://www.mollymcpherson.com/prplaybookNeed a Keynote Speaker? Drawing from real-world PR battles, Molly delivers the same engaging stories and hard-won crisis insights from the podcast to your live audience. Click here to book Molly for your next meeting.
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In this episode of The PR Breakdown, digging into the PR crisis surrounding country music legend Garth Brooks. Two days before sexual assault allegations against him surfaced, Brooks posted a seemingly wholesome photo with his wife, Trisha Yearwood. Coincidence?
Maybe not.Exploring how the couple is strategically handling the allegations in public, breaking down their moves and drawing parallels to familiar PR playbook tactics used by other high-profile figures. With serious accusations brought forward by a former makeup artist, Brooks' legal and PR teams are in full defense mode. The episode sheds light on the strategies of denial, diversion, and discreditation often used in such cases, questioning whether these methods will hold up in today’s environment of increased accountability.
Mentioned in the Episode:
Garth Brooks Instagram: Habitat for Humanity postGarth Brooks Instagram: Las Vegas ConcertTrisha Yearwood's real estate listing.Episode 282: Scandal Season: Why September Sparks Media, Celebrity, and Political Firestorms.Feeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
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September marks the beginning of scandal season, when politicians, celebrities, and the media heat up with controversy. In this episode, we break down the crisis communication tactics used by high-profile figures, focusing on New York City Mayor Eric Adams and his response to federal charges of bribery and fraud.
We take a closer look at Adams’ video statement and compare it to strategies used by former President Bill Clinton during the Monica Lewinsky scandal and former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo as he faced sexual harassment allegations. The language, optics, and emotional appeals in these public appearances reveal a shared crisis playbook: denial, deflection, and controlling the narrative through video.
Mentioned in this episode:
Breakdown of Eric Adams’ video responseBill Clinton’s 11-word denialAndrew Cuomo’s blend of denial and emotional appealStrategic timing of scandals in September and OctoberWhether you’re a PR professional or just fascinated by how public figures manage high-stakes scandals, this episode is packed with essential lessons in crisis management. Tune in to learn how these politicians use crisis communication to shape their public image—and their legacy.
Feeling Panicked When Crisis Hits? Molly's Got You Covered
Follow Molly's secret process that has helped hundreds of clients respond to a reputational crisis. Written by a communicator, for communicators - Molly's Indestructible PR® Playbook guides you through the crisis step-by-step and out the other side. Imagine confidently protecting your reputation when everythiing is on the line.
Don't wait for the backlash to hit. Learn how to make your reputation indestructible. Buy now and download your playbook immediately while your physical copy ships to your door!
You can download a copy immediately while your physical copy gets shipped to you.
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