The Rest is PR

This week on The Rest Is PR, Jacki and Lyle discuss the controversy around American Eagle’s 'Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans' campaign — a controversial marketing move that has sparked headlines, conversation, and outrage in equal measure.The campaign has been criticised for symbolising a move away from more diverse fashion campaigns and, more controversially, for wordplay that some have claimed carries historically problematic connotations. American Eagle’s official stance remains that this campaign 'is and always was about the jeans'. Jacki and Lyle analyse whether this 'ragebait' campaign may have just been a short-term win, and what the longer term PR and brand ramifications could be.In this episode:- How American Eagle’s response differs from what they may have said five years ago- Why Jacki thinks the brand’s approach may have been too clever for its own good - and what she would have advised as an alternative- Lessons from other industries - from mobile gaming to the Wicked movie campaign- Sydney Sweeney’s own PR strategy — why it’s working and what she should do nextJoin the conversation in the comments: what have you made of the American Eagle campaign?🎧 The Rest Is PR — Where Pop Culture Meets PR.#AmericanEagle #SydneySweeney #BrandControversy #MarketingStrategy #PRCaseStudy #TheRestIsPR #Podcast

🎙️ PR Meltdown Pt. 2: Christian Horner’s Shock Sacking & Royal Peace Talks Leaked?!In Part 2 of The Rest Is PR’s two-part special, Jacki and Lyle return to unpack more of the biggest PR meltdowns dominating headlines — and this episode is packed with drama, strategy, and surprising insights.🏁 Christian Horner is OUT at Red Bull Racing.Was his sacking inevitable? Jacki thinks so — and says he should’ve had a crisis plan ready to go.But Lyle wonders: is Horner’s “shocked” reaction a masterclass in message control, setting up his next move?👑 Prince Harry & King Charles: Royal Peace Talks Leaked?!With King Charles battling illness, Jacki says it’s encouraging to see signs of reconciliation.But who leaked the news? Lyle and Jacki break down the theories — and why this may just be the paparazzi doing what they do best.🔥 Expect thoughtful PR analysis, real-world media insight, and Jacki’s expert advice on what these public figures could (and should) have done differently.If you love smart takes on pop culture, crisis comms, and media strategy — this is the episode for you.👉 Follow The Rest Is PR for weekly deep dives into the stories that shape headlines — and the reputations behind them.🟢 The Rest Is PR – Where Pop Culture Meets PR.

Gwyneth Paltrow, the Kisscam Scandal, and a PR Plot Twist No One Saw Coming… 🎤✨This week on The Rest Is PR, Jacki and Lyle dive into one of the most surprising crisis comebacks of the year — and it stars none other than Gwyneth Paltrow.Following the Coldplay Kisscam viral scandal that led to CEO Andy Byron’s resignation, tech company Astronomer has pulled off a jaw-dropping pivot: they hired Gwyneth Paltrow as a temporary crisis PR manager to front their brand recovery.🧠 Is this bold, bizarre move a stroke of PR genius? Or a risk that could’ve gone very wrong?In this episode, we unpack:🎯 Why humour is a dangerous tool in crisis PR — and why this campaign somehow worked🎲 How luck may have saved Astronomer from a second PR disaster🧐 Lyle’s theory: Is Chris Martin, Coldplay frontman (and Paltrow’s ex), the next move?⚖️ Could Andy Byron now sue Coldplay for invasion of privacy?💬 Jacki and Lyle also reflect on the real cost of viral campaigns: someone’s reputation, career — and the human impact at the centre of every scandal.If you love PR breakdowns, celeb drama, and deep dives into how brands spin their stories, this one’s for you.🎧 Hit follow to catch new episodes every week.The Rest Is PR – Where Pop Culture Meets PR.

🎙️ PR MELTDOWN: John Torode Sacked, Gregg Wallace Fallout, & Salt Path Scandal | The Rest Is PR – Part OneIn Part One of this week’s explosive PR Meltdown Double Header, Jacki and Lyle dig into two of the biggest public relations scandals dominating the headlines right now — and what they reveal about crisis management, media backlash, and public trust.👨‍🍳 MasterChef in Crisis The beloved cooking show is under serious fire. First, Gregg Wallace made his controversial exit. Now, John Torode has been officially sacked following an upheld allegation of racist language used on set. Jacki and Lyle break down:What this means for MasterChef as a brandWhy Jacki believes Torode's future may still be brighter than Wallace’sThe behind-the-scenes PR manoeuvres likely happening at the BBCAnd how shows survive when public trust erodes📚 The Salt Path Controversy Bestselling author Raynor Winn is facing major scrutiny after key claims in her memoir The Salt Path were found to be untrue. Now? Retailers are issuing refunds, readers feel betrayed, and the publishing world is having a reckoning. We discuss:The risks of selling “authentic” personal stories in a PR-first worldWhether Winn’s credibility can be salvagedAnd what this scandal says about fact vs. feeling in memoir writing🎧 Whether you're in PR, publishing, or just love a juicy media breakdown, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.Hit Follow on Spotify, Amazon Music or Apple Podcasts to catch Part Two, where Jacki and Lyle cover even more drama — including the Red Bull Racing shake-up and Royal leaks between Prince Harry and King Charles.—🗣️ The Rest Is PR – Where Pop Culture Meets Public Relations. New episodes every week.#PRPodcast #MasterChefScandal #JohnTorode #GreggWallace #SaltPath #RaynorWinn #CrisisComms #PopCulturePodcast #MediaAnalysis #PublishingScandal #MemoirControversy #JackiAndLyle #TheRestIsPR #ApplePodcasts #SpotifyPodcasts #AmazonMusic

CEO CAUGHT ON KISSCAM?! Viral Scandal, Coldplay Lyrics & Crisis Comms 101 🎤This week on The Rest Is PR, Jacki and Lyle dive into the wildest viral scandal of 2025 — and it all started at a Coldplay concert. 🎶👀Astronomer CEO Andy Byron was caught on the kiss cam with his Head of HR, in a clip that instantly exploded across social media. Since then, Byron has resigned, Astronomer launched an internal investigation, and a fake statement — allegedly from Byron and ending with Coldplay’s Fix You lyrics — has only added fuel to the fire.In this episode, we break down:How this became 2025’s most talked-about clip 📈What Astronomer got right in their crisis comms playbook ✅Why Grace Springer — the woman who filmed it — may have had deeper motivations 📱What Jacki would advise a CEO caught in a moment like this 🧠And yes… Lyle may or may not sing Fix You 🎤 (you’ve been warned)💬 Would you have posted the video? Did Astronomer respond well? Or should they have done more?🎧 Hit Follow to stay up to date with the biggest PR and pop culture stories each week.The Rest Is PR – Where Pop Culture Meets PR.

Oasis Reunion: PR Gold or Too Little, Too Late? 🎸🎙️This week on The Rest Is PR, Jacki and Lyle take on one of the biggest comeback stories in music history: the Oasis Reunion Tour.It’s been 16 years since the Gallagher brothers went their separate ways — and now, they’re back, sharing a stage, a hug, and a whole lot of headlines. But is this reunion an inevitable PR triumph or nostalgic overkill?In this episode, we unpack:🎤 The spectacle (and strategy) behind Noel and Liam’s emotional return🎟️ The controversy around Ticketmaster’s dynamic pricing🌍 Why the public just can’t get enough of a real-life family feud turned fairytale🧠 Whether this is raw authenticity… or a masterclass in media manipulationThe reviews have been glowing. The crowds are selling out. But the question remains: is this the comeback of the decade… or is it too little, too late?Tap play to hear the full breakdown — and don’t forget to follow The Rest Is PR for your weekly fix of pop culture, media strategy, and behind-the-scenes PR insight.The Rest Is PR – Where Pop Culture Meets PR.

Jeff Bezos' Wedding: PR Nightmare or Power Move?This week, Jacki and Lyle unpack the lavish (and wildly controversial) wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez — and the brutal PR backlash that followed. From Venetian protests and missing A-listers (where was Eva Longoria?) to social media outrage over celeb guests like Leonardo DiCaprio and Sydney Sweeney — it’s safe to say the optics were not great. 👀Even Charlize Theron joined the critics, and Jacki’s not shy in calling out the climate hypocrisy of hosting such an extravagant event in Venice — especially from someone funding environmental causes. 🌍✈️Meanwhile, Lyle reflects on the pressure of those invites: hard to decline, but maybe some should have.Plus, why Bezos, Elon Musk, and Mark Zuckerberg have landed themselves a spot on Lyle’s “Entrepreneurial Mount Rushmore”… for all the wrong reasons. 😅🔊 Tune in for sharp insight, honest takes, and a dose of PR real talk.💥 Follow The Rest Is PR for weekly episodes that break down the biggest media, celeb, and branding stories from a PR perspective.#TheRestIsPR #JeffBezos #LaurenSanchez #BezosWedding #PRFail #CharlizeTheron #CelebrityBranding #LeonardoDiCaprio #SydneySweeney #PopCulturePodcast #PRPodcast #JackiAndLyle #MediaAnalysis #BrandStrategy #ElonMusk #MarkZuckerberg #ApplePodcasts #SpotifyPodcasts #AmazonMusic

🎙️ Meghan Markle & Blake Lively Just Switched PR Teams — But Why Now?This week on The Rest Is PR, Jacki and Lyle break down the surprising new hires shaking up the celebrity PR world:👑 Meghan Markle has brought in Emily Robinson, the ex-Netflix PR behind The Crown.🎬 Blake Lively has tapped Nick Shapiro, former CIA deputy chief of staff and government comms expert.But what does this say about their public image right now — and can these new hires actually change the narrative?Jacki tackles the conspiracy theory that Meghan's new team is a swipe at the Royal Family, while Lyle questions whether even a CIA-level comms professional can save Blake’s media reputation.Plus: a look at Taylor Swift’s legendary PR, Tree Paine, and why their long-running partnership might be the ultimate playbook in celebrity strategy.💥 Fame. Reputation. Media manipulation. Welcome to the world where pop culture meets PR.🔔 Follow The Rest Is PR for smart, bold takes on the biggest names in entertainment, image control, and public perception — new episodes every week.The Rest Is PR — Where Pop Culture Meets PR.#TheRestIsPR #MeghanMarkle #BlakeLively #TaylorSwift #TreePaine #CelebrityPR #MediaStrategy #PopCulturePodcast #PRMoves #ReputationManagement #CelebrityNews #PRTruths #RoyalFamily #SpotifyPodcasts #ApplePodcasts #AmazonMusic #FollowForMore

Meghan Markle. Michelle Obama. Justin Bieber.Three global names. Three public images. But how much is real — and how much is carefully constructed PR?This week on The Rest Is PR, Jacki and Lyle pull back the curtain on media manipulation, celebrity branding, and the blurred line between personal truth and public spin.🔥 Meghan Markle says she just wants honesty — but is she reshaping the past to serve the present?🎤 Michelle Obama shares deeply personal stories — but is stepping away from her First Lady legacy helping or hurting her brand?📸 Justin Bieber has grown up in the spotlight — but is the world finally seeing through the PR fog?🧠 From Netflix specials to podcast confessions, nothing is off-limits.🎙️ The Rest Is PR isn’t just another pop culture podcast — it’s where smart commentary meets bold analysis.👇 Hit follow to never miss an episode.⭐️ Rate & review if you love smart takes with a cultural twist.🔔 New episodes every week — available wherever you get your podcasts.The Rest Is PR – Where Pop Culture Meets PR.#TheRestIsPR #PopCulturePodcast #MeghanMarkle #MichelleObama #JustinBieber #CelebrityBranding #MediaNarrative #PRAnalysis #FYP #CultureBreakdown #MentalHealthInMedia #ReputationManagement #PRTruths