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This week on The Rest Is PR, Jacki and Lyle tackle one of the most controversial weeks in video game PR.🚫 First up: No Mercy — a self-proclaimed sexual assault simulator developed by Zerat Games — has been withdrawn from Steam in the UK following bans in Canada, Australia, and beyond. Jacki and Lyle condemn the game’s very existence and call out the developer's failure to uphold ethical responsibility within the gaming industry.💊 Then: Schedule 1, a drug-dealing simulator, has raised eyebrows for its subject matter—but surprisingly, it's received generally positive reviews. Jacki argues this may come down to one key thing: it’s just a better game.🎙️ In this episode:- The reputational damage caused by No Mercy- When controversial content goes too far- Why Schedule 1 has dodged the backlash- The role of PR in setting ethical boundaries in gaming⚠️ Listener discretion is advised due to sensitive subject matter.📅 New episodes every Friday at 9AM UK time — subscribe now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or YouTube.The Rest Is PR – Where Pop Culture Meets PR.#TheRestIsPR #NoMercyGame #Schedule1Game #VideoGameControversy #GamingNews #PRCrisis #PopCulturePodcast #GamingEthics #PodcastRecommendation #SteamBan #ZeratGames

🎙️ Prince Harry Quits Sentebale – A Royal PR Crisis? | The Rest Is PRThis week on The Rest Is PR, Jacki and Lyle unpack the growing controversy surrounding Prince Harry’s resignation from Sentebale—the charity he co-founded in 2006 in memory of Princess Diana. Alongside Prince Seeiso and the board of trustees, Harry’s departure has raised serious questions, sparked media backlash, and led to a Charity Commission investigation into Sentebale’s governance.What caused the breakdown—and how has the PR been handled on all sides?🎧 In this episode:⚡ The reported fallout between Prince Harry and Sentebale chair Sophie Chandauka📉 Accusations of harassment, poor communication, and shock resignations🔍 A look at the Charity Commission’s compliance case📢 PR missteps, media silence, and inconsistent messaging💬 Is this the latest chapter in the Sussexes' ongoing brand decline?Jacki shares why she believes Harry has damaged his reputation by walking away, while Lyle critiques the communications strategy from every angle. They also ask: Has the public stopped caring about Harry and Meghan’s narrative?💬 What do you think - join the conversation! Follow The Rest Is PR on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & Amazon Music for weekly episodes!The Rest Is PR - Where Pop Culture Meets PR#PrinceHarry #Sentebale #MeghanMarkle #RoyalFamily #PRCrisis #CharityNews #MediaAnalysis #TheRestIsPR #Podcast #ReputationManagement

This week, Jacki and Lyle dive into the Snow White controversy as Disney’s latest live-action remake struggles at the box office. Is Rachel Zegler’s PR strategy to blame, ordid Disney’s messaging set the film up for failure from the start?🔍 In this episode, we unpack:✨ Rachel Zegler’s PR missteps—has Disney distanced itself from her?🔥 Rumored tensions with Gal Gadot & the impact on the press tour❄️ Disney’s confusing messaging—was this remake doomed from the beginning?📉 The live-action remake curse—why do they keep flopping?⚠️ Can Zegler bounce back, or is Hollywood turning its back on her?With backlash mounting and the film’s future uncertain, we break down the PR lessons from Disney’s latest crisis.💬 What do you think—was Snow White destined to fail, or could it have been saved? Join the conversation! And don't forget to rate and follow us wherever you get your podcasts!The Rest Is PR – Where Pop Culture Meets PR#SnowWhite #RachelZegler #DisneyRemake #PRDisaster #BoxOfficeFlop #Hollywood #TheRestIsPR #Podcast #GalGadot #Disney

This week on The Rest Is PR, Jacki and Lyle unpack Adolescence, the powerful Netflix series created by Jack Thorne and Stephen Graham. Starring Graham, Erin Doherty, Ashley Walters, and breakout star Owen Cooper, this gripping drama delves into one of today’s most urgent issues—how toxic online content is shaping young minds and fueling real-world violence.🎙️ In this episode, we explore: 🔹 Adolescence and its bold take on modern radicalization 🔹 The series’ innovative one-take filming technique 🎥 🔹 Why UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer brought it up in parliament 🏛️ 🔹 Should Adolescence be used as an educational tool in schools? 📚 🔹 How this series compares to Mr Bates vs. The Post Office 📬 🔹 The PR strategy behind the show—how timing, messaging, and media response have shaped its impact ⏳With Adolescence making waves worldwide, we dissect the storytelling, controversy, and cultural significance of this must-watch drama.💬 What’s your take? Should more shows tackle social issues like this? Let us know!Artwork & music by Lyle FultonGet in touch via lylefulton@hotmail.comMore information at www.therestispr.comFollow us on X, TikTok and Instagram - @TheRestIsPR

This week on The Rest Is PR, Jacki and Lyle dive into YOUR comments on our recent episode about Meghan Markle’s Netflix series, With Love, Meghan.Has Meghan missed the mark, or is the backlash unfair? Our listeners have raised brilliant insights, questioning her shifting narrative, the PR strategy behind the series, and even whether she exhibits ‘dark triad’ personality traits (shoutout to YouTube user Chayra01 for that thought-provoking comment!)Jacki explores the inconsistencies that have followed Meghan’s career, while Lyle reacts to a comment claiming she is 'lost', which also challenges the idea that she’s making a real impact behind the scenes.We break down the praise, the criticism, and the biggest takeaways from YOUR feedback! 🎙️ What do you think? Is With Love, Meghan a smart PR move, or has it backfired? Join the conversation! 💬 Artwork & music by Lyle FultonGet in touch via lylefulton@hotmail.comMore information at www.therestispr.comFollow us on X, TikTok and Instagram - @TheRestIsPR

This week on The Rest Is PR, Jacki and Lyle break down Meghan Sussex’s (formerly Markle) latest Netflix series, With Love, Meghan—a lifestyle show packed with cooking, gardening, and hosting tips.Released alongside the rebrand of her lifestyle business, As Ever, the series features Meghan hosting guests in a house that isn’t her own, while taking on elevated lifestyle tasks like beekeeping, bath salt making, flower arranging, and endless bottles of Taittinger. 🍾 But does this PR move resonate with her audience—or is it another misstep?🎙️ In this episode: ✅ The PR strategy behind With Love, Meghan—what’s the goal? 🎯 ✅ Is Meghan out of touch with her target audience? Lyle breaks down the disconnect. 🤔 ✅ Jacki’s advice: What Meghan should have done differently to better engage her audience. 🔄 ✅ The ‘thankless task’ dilemma: Is Meghan’s public image battle unwinnable? ✅ The big question: What would Princess Diana have done differently in this situation? 👑Jacki and Lyle analyse why the format feels unrelatable, whether Meghan is facing an impossible PR challenge, and how this series fits into her evolving personal brand.🔔 Follow now for expert PR insights every week—don’t miss an episode!#MeghanMarkle #WithLoveMeghan #Netflix #PR #PublicRelations #DuchessOfSussex #PrincessDiana #RoyalFamily #MediaAnalysis #PodcastArtwork & music by Lyle FultonGet in touch via lylefulton@hotmail.comMore information at www.therestispr.comFollow us on X, TikTok and Instagram - @TheRestIsPR