Episodes
Jan. 24, 2023
224: Analyzing the Apology Statement: the Andrew Callaghan example
A powerful public relations strategy can help you recover from a crisis and build an indestructible reputation. Restoring your reputation after a serious allegation is a circumstance that everyone should be prepared for. This...
Jan. 17, 2023
223: Who are the Biggest Golden Globe PR Losers of 2023?
Today, the Golden Globes 2023 edition of the Indestructible PR® Podcast takes a look at the people and the brands that haven’t successfully overcome their PR crises of the past and examines what the ceremony reveals about the...
Jan. 10, 2023
222: To Catch a Corporate Operative: The "Network News" Hit Piece
Today’s podcast sheds light on a new dirty trick used by special interest groups and people who are activist-minded. It takes a look at an article by NPR, “She Was an ABC News Producer. She Also Was a Corporate Operative,” an...
Jan. 2, 2023
221: Top 10 Public Relations Crises of 2022
In this episode, discussing some of the worst PR crises that happened in 2022 based on an informal poll on Twitter. It's no secret that 2022 was a year full of PR disasters. From celebrities getting caught up in scandals to b...
Dec. 27, 2022
220: What is ChatGPT and Why Is Everyone Obsessed With It?
ChatGPT is here and is making waves globally for its ability to generate human-like written text. This episode of the Indestructible PR® Podcast delves into some of the risks and benefits of using this new platform. It provid...
Dec. 19, 2022
219: How to Give a Good Answer to Any Question
Everyone has been in a situation where they’re asked a question and don’t know how to answer it. Whether it be during an interview, a meeting, or a media interview, being able to provide clear, concise answers can make all th...
Dec. 13, 2022
218: Unethical Leadership in Action: The Tampa Police Chief Who Flashed a Badge
After body cam footage emerged showing Mary O’Connor, the Police Chief of Tampa, Florida, trying to get out of a traffic violation by showing her badge and the internal affairs investigation that followed, she was ultimately ...
Dec. 6, 2022
217: My Public Relations Strategy That Got Two Clients Out of Crises
These days news happens in milliseconds and with the social media algorithms functioning the way they do, a negative comment can result in a disruption that can damage your public image in a very short space of time. This epi...
Nov. 29, 2022
216: The 3 Mistakes Most Spokespeople Make in their Media Interviews (and how to avoid them)
If you say the wrong thing in front of the press, it could live online for years to come and greatly damage your reputation. This episode takes a look back at a previous podcast episode and webinar with media trainer extraord...
Nov. 22, 2022
215: It's (Not) The Most Wonderful Time of the Year For Layoffs
How a leader handles layoffs can have a major impact on the future success and reputation of their company. This episode takes a look at some of the recent layoffs that have made the news before breaking down five tips on how...
Nov. 15, 2022
214: The Anger Algorithm: Why People Are Being Attacked Online and How to Protect Yourself
This week’s podcast discusses the anger algorithm and why social media platforms favor aggression, enraged behavior, and the shaming of people. It looks at the 60 Minutes episode “Angry in America,” what it reveals about the ...
Nov. 8, 2022
213: How I Prepped for a Last-Minute TV Interview: 5 Tips For Going Live on Short Notice
While you may think it’s unlikely that you will end up on a live television interview, with webinars, streaming, short-form videos, and other channels, there are so many opportunities for you to find yourself on screen. This ...
Nov. 1, 2022
212: Why The Term Cancel Culture Is Dangerous And How It Can Hurt Your Brand: Kanye West Explains
Kanye West (better known simply as Ye) has always been a contentious figure, but after his latest string of racist and anti-Semitic remarks, major brands like Adidas are dropping their endorsements with the rapper. This episo...
Oct. 25, 2022
211: The 3 Biggest Reasons for Hockey Canada's Crisis
Please note this episode carries a trigger warning for sexual assault. After a long series of other troubling accusations, including one by a woman sexually assaulted by eight hockey players, and cover-ups, secrecy, and poor ...
Oct. 18, 2022
210: 5 Things Not To Do in a Social Media Crisis
You can unleash a full-blown PR crisis on social media with one bad move against someone with a social media platform. To handle these situations, companies and brands need a plan. Who didn't prepare for her social media cris...
Oct. 11, 2022
209: PostcardMania CEO Speaks Out After Hurricane Ian Backlash
This episode of the Indestructible PR Podcast looks at the public relations crisis created by Joy Gendusa, CEO of PostcardMania in Clearwater, Florida, when she claims she underestimated the severity of Hurricane Ian and insi...
Oct. 4, 2022
208: Hurricane Ian: How Social Media Has Changed the Way We Experience Disasters
Anyone who lives in Florida will have heard a hurricane warning recently, well today’s episode is a hurricane content warning. At the time of this podcast’s recording, Hurricane Ian was close to making landfall. This episode ...
Sept. 27, 2022
207: Adam Levine's PR Response: What Went Right and What Went Wrong
In today's digital age, with the constant posting, sharing, and posts going viral, PR crises can spiral out of control in the blink of an eye. This week’s Indestructible PR Podcast shares some key takeaways from how Adam Levi...
Sept. 19, 2022
206: How to Avoid Saying Something You'll Regret In Your Next Media Interview
Recently, Rudy Giuliani, formerly known as ‘America's Mayor,' sat down for a media interview with Newsmax, and likely it did not go as intended. One unprepared quote later, and the resulting gaff ended up all over social medi...
Sept. 12, 2022
205: Why Olivia Wilde's Recent Talking Point Should Never Be Used as a Quote
Today’s Indestructible PR podcast episode discusses the trending TikTok drama surrounding the Don’t Worry Darling Venice Film Festival premiere. Did Harry Styles spit on Chris Pine? Did Olivia and Harry break up? What’s the d...
Sept. 6, 2022
204: Decoding the Recent Meghan Markle Profile in The Cut: What She Said; What She Likely Meant
In a recent exclusive interview with The Cut, Meghan Markle opened up about her new life in California, the struggles of her past, and her plans for her future. This was partly done as part of a promotion effort for Meghan’s ...
Aug. 30, 2022
203: Beloved CTV Anchor Lisa LaFlamme's Botched Firing by Bell Media
Ageism, sexism, bad management, and incredibly poor messaging, today’s PR crisis has it all! This week’s podcast focuses on Bell Media’s ousting of Lisa LaFlamme and her replacement by a younger male, shortly after the belove...
Aug. 23, 2022
202: Can Ezra Miller's Public Apology Save The Flash Movie?
Movie actor Ezra Miller recently issued an apology for a series of legal issues and assault and abuse allegations, published as an exclusive in Variety Magazine. With the DC Comics film The Flash opening in theaters next summ...
Aug. 16, 2022
201: 10 Tips for Public Speaking Without Fear
Ever wondered how to deliver a knock-out public speaking performance? Well, this episode of the Indestructible PR Podcast is all about 10 tips for overcoming fear and how, by doing this, you’ll be able to give a great speech....