The PR Breakdown with Molly McPherson

The PR Breakdown with Molly McPherson

The PR Breakdown with Molly McPherson pulls back the curtain on the PR moves driving today's biggest stories. Join Molly each week as she decodes the strategy behind the headlines, revealing the hidden tactics at play. With her insider perspective, you’ll learn why these PR moves matter, who’s calli...

Recent Episodes

April 22, 2025

How Harvard Said No—and Made It Stick

This episode examines Harvard University’s April 2025 letter rejecting sweeping demands from the Trump administration—an act of resistance that was principled, measured, and strategically precise. The statement didn’t chase h...
April 16, 2025

Houston, We Have a PR Problem (And the Delicate Art of Proving You're Right)

A rocket full of high-profile women launched into space, but the real spectacle might’ve been the PR machine that sent it there. From Katy Perry floating with daisies to Oprah crying on the ground, every moment of Blue Origin...
April 9, 2025

Behind the Music: Unraveling 'The White Lotus' Composer's Dramatic Exit

In this episode the spotlight is on the unexpected exit of Cristobal Tapia de Vere, the brilliant mind behind the haunting score from the hit HBO series, The White Lotus. This episode examines the emotional and professional t...
April 2, 2025

Inside the Messaging Meltdown of the Signal Chat: From Denial to Damage Control

The SignalGate fallout isn’t just about an accidental group chat. It’s about the unraveling that happens when powerful people panic, deny, and deflect—all while trying to hold onto credibility in real time. This episode unpac...
March 26, 2025

Strategically Vulnerable? Inside Meghan Markle’s Latest PR Move

This episode explores the calculated timing and emotional storytelling behind Meghan Markle’s latest media rollout. With a new Netflix series and curated social media posts emerging alongside headlines about Prince Harry’s vi...
March 19, 2025

From Fairytale to Firestorm: Disney's Snow White Under Scrutiny

The controversy swirling around Disney’s live-action Snow White runs the gamut from casting backlash to political tension. Rachel Zegler’s modern spin on the iconic princess ignited debates over “wokeness,” while leaked photo...