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This episode analyses the contrasting public relations strategies of Prince Harry & Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, and Prince William & Princess Catherine of Wales, exploring motivations, strategy, the importance of clear objectives, and the role of visuals in shaping public perception. This episode also examines the importance of consistency, community engagement and crisis management in modern PR.In this episode:- How the PR strategies of Harry and Meghan differ significantly from those of William and Catherine- How William and Catherine's PR is rooted in tradition and a clear mission- How the couples compare on consistency of communications and clear objective setting- The importance of visual presentation in modern PR- Analysis of the established royal PR machineFor more expert PR insight, subscribe and join us every week on The Rest Is PR.00:00 Introduction 00:46 Diving into Harry and Meghan's PR Strategy04:46 Contrasting Motivations of the Royal Couples08:36 Mission, Vision, and Values in PR11:56 Analyzing the Sussexes' Online Presence16:08 Visual Consistency in Royal PR19:53 Challenges of Modern Royal Communications23:54 Crisis Management in Royal PR27:59 The Importance of Clear Objectives33:13 Conclusion------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ✅ Subscribe: @TheRestIsPR ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 🎙️ Listen: https://shows.acast.com/the-rest-is-pr ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 📱 Follow Us: Instagram: / @therestispr TikTok: / @therestispr LinkedIn: / www.linkedin.com/company/the-rest-is-pr/ Reddit: / u/TheRestIsPR Substack: / https://substack.com/@therestispr ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#PR #RoyalFamily, #Harry&Meghan #William&Catherine #PopCulture #CommunicationStrategies #ReputationManagement #CrisisManagement #Media

This week on The Rest Is PR, the focus turns to Harry and Meghan, mounting staff changes, and what repeated communications shake-ups say about long-term strategy and strategic thinking.In this episode:• The departure of Harry and Meghan’s Chief Communications Officer, Meredith Maines, after less than a year in the role, and what it says about Meghan & Harry's strategy moving forward• The subsequent step-down of James Holt, Executive Director of the Archewell Foundation, and what his continued involvement signals• The rebrand from Archewell Foundation to Archewell Philanthropies, and the shift from charity to non-profit organisation• Analysis at the contrasting statements surrounding both exits• The significance of the timing of these departures & the geographical move at the centre of Holt’s exit• Comparisons with the Beckham model — and what Harry and Meghan could learn from a more disciplined, long-term approach to reputation management when it comes to their own strategic thinkingFor more expert PR insight, subscribe and join us every week on The Rest Is PR.0:00 Harry & Meghan PR Crisis3:19 The Collective Move To London5:16 Prince Harry In 20267:12 Why The Change Now?13:03 A Tale Of Two Statements20:47 Should The Sussexes Change Tactic?26:17 Should They Be More Like The Beckhams?31:30 Your Comments------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------✅ Subscribe: @TheRestIsPR------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🎙️ Listen: https://shows.acast.com/the-rest-is-pr------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------📱 Follow Us:Instagram: / @therestisprTikTok: / @therestisprLinkedIn: / www.linkedin.com/company/the-rest-is-pr/Reddit: / u/TheRestIsPRSubstack: / https://substack.com/@therestispr ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#TheRestIsPR #PrinceHarry #MeghanMarkle #Archewell #PRStrategy #ReputationManagement #CrisisComms #MediaAnalysis #PublicRelations #RoyalPR #BrandManagement

This week on The Rest Is PR, the spotlight turns to Washington, media power, and the risks of believing your own access.In this episode:• Susie Wiles’ high-profile Vanity Fair profile, based on 11 on-the-record interviews with journalist Chris Whipple• Why Wiles branded the piece a 'disingenuously framed hit piece' on Trump and his staff• Whipple’s defence of the reporting and his public praise of Wiles• The PR miscalculation behind expecting favourable coverage from pieces like this one in Vanity Fair• How a close relationship between source and reporter can be both a positive and a negative from a PR perspective• Wiles' comments on the likes of JD Vance, Elon Musk and Pam Bondi• Lessons for political operators on message discipline, media realism, and managing elite accessFor more expert PR insight, subscribe and join us every week on The Rest Is PR.0:00 Susie Wiles & Vanity Fair3:08 Was This A Fair Interview?8:18 Was Wiles’ Response Surprising?11:23 What Would Wiles Have Said To Her Team?15:21 How CEOs Communicate With Journalists 21:19 Internal vs. External Communications22:35 The Vanity Fair ‘Junkyard Dogs’ Photographs30:50 Key Takeaways31:47 Your Comments------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------✅ Subscribe: @TheRestIsPR------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🎙️ Listen: https://shows.acast.com/the-rest-is-pr------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------📱 Follow Us:Instagram: / @therestisprTikTok: / @therestisprLinkedIn: / www.linkedin.com/company/the-rest-is-pr/Reddit: / u/TheRestIsPRSubstack: / https://substack.com/@therestispr ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#TheRestIsPR #PublicRelations #PoliticalPR #MediaStrategy #VanityFair #SusieWiles #TrumpAdministration #ReputationManagement #CrisisComms #PRAnalysis #PowerAndPerception #MediaLiteracy #CommunicationsStrategy

This week on The Rest Is PR, Jacki and Lyle unpack one of the most emotionally charged and complex public feuds currently playing out between political commentator Candace Owens and Erika Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk and newly appointed CEO of Turning Point USA.Owens, once a close friend of Charlie Kirk, continues to question whether the full truth has been told surrounding his assassination. Erika Kirk has responded publicly, urging Owens to stop amplifying what she describes as damaging conspiracy theories. Jacki and Lyle explore how both women represent equally fascinating approaches to communication, consistency, and credibility in moments of crisis.The pair analyse Erika Kirk’s recent statement confirming she would meet Owens privately, with Jacki admitting surprise given how publicly the dispute has unfolded so far. Owens’ rhetoric is also analysed, including her remark referencing 'Meghan Markle syndrome,' with Jacki stressing the importance of interpreting that comment in its proper context.Jacki and Lyle also acknowledge the immense pressure Erika Kirk has faced while navigating grief in the public eye. Jacki reflects on whether stronger PR counsel may have encouraged her to step back sooner - while recognising just how difficult that is when emotions are raw and stakes are high.Since recording, both Candace Owens and Erika Kirk have issued updates following their meeting. A follow-up episode is coming soon — watch this space.For more expert PR insight, analysis, and commentary, subscribe now and join us every week on The Rest Is PR.0:00 Intro0:30 Candace Owens vs. Erika Kirk2:15 The Context Of The Feud6:05 Erika Kirk & Candace Owens’ Private Meeting7:30 Erika Kirk’s Comms Strategy10:31 Owens’ Comments On Kirk14:10 Erika Kirk’s Image17:10 Why Was It Taken Private?20:02 Why Have Turning Point Been So Defensive?22:21 Candace’s Consistency26:00 Erika’s Comms At Charlie’s Memorial32:05 Jacki’s Predictions35:49 Your Comments------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------✅ Subscribe: @TheRestIsPR------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🎙️ Listen: https://shows.acast.com/the-rest-is-pr------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------📱 Follow Us:Instagram: / @therestisprTikTok: / @therestisprLinkedIn: / www.linkedin.com/company/the-rest-is-pr/Reddit: / u/TheRestIsPRSubstack: / https://substack.com/@therestispr ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#TheRestIsPR #CandaceOwens #ErikaKirk #TurningPointUSA #CrisisComms #PublicRelations #ReputationManagement #MediaStrategy #PRAnalysis #PoliticalMedia #OnlineFeuds #MessagingMatters #PRInsights #TrendingNow

Key Takeaways: Netflix's 'Diddy' DocuseriesThis week on The Rest Is PR, Jacki and Lyle turn their attention to Netflix’s Sean Combs: The Reckoning - a chilling documentary that traces how one of the most high profile figures in modern celebrity culture used PR and spin to control the narrative as allegations and crises mounted around him.The series documents Combs’ communications strategy in the lead-up to his court proceedings, where he was ultimately convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, while being acquitted of the more serious charges of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion. Jacki and Lyle unpack how the documentary blends previously unseen footage with material Combs had originally arranged himself — only for it to be repurposed in a documentary produced by 50 Cent (Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson III).Jacki and Lyle explore how Combs spent decades mastering the art of PR and spin, repeatedly transforming tragedy, controversy, and unproven allegations into moments that strengthened his public profile and career. But they ask the key question: what happens when the narrative control finally slips?The episode closes with a look at what may come next. Jacki suggests that, even now, a reputational recovery strategy could already be underway — raising difficult questions about accountability, influence, and whether PR can ever truly outpace the truth.For more expert PR insights, subscribe now and join us every week on The Rest Is PR.0:00 Sean Combs The Reckoning 2:30 The Sean Combs Footage5:25 What Balance Does The Documentary Strike?9:39 Combs’ Use Of Spin12:23 What Next For Sean Combs?16:41 Contractual Implications Of This Footage 19:26 The Impact Of The Documentary On Ongoing Cases21:42 Why Have People Spoken Up Now?26:40 What Next For Sean Combs?30:49 Your Comments------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------✅ Subscribe: @TheRestIsPR------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🎙️ Listen: https://shows.acast.com/the-rest-is-pr------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------📱 Follow Us:Instagram: / @therestisprTikTok: / @therestisprLinkedIn: / www.linkedin.com/company/the-rest-is-pr/Reddit: / u/TheRestIsPRSubstack: / https://substack.com/@therestispr ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#TheRestIsPR #SeanCombs #PDiddy #PuffDaddy #NetflixDocumentary #TheReckoning #CelebrityPR #CrisisComms #ReputationManagement #MediaStrategy #PublicRelations #PRAnalysis #PRInsights #50Cent #EntertainmentNews #TrendingNow

Inside Mo Salah's Bombshell Interview & Liverpool's CrisisThis week on The Rest Is PR, Jacki and Lyle discuss Mo Salah's bombshell interview and the shockwaves it has sent through the football world. In the explosive interview, the Egyptian icon accused Liverpool of having 'thrown him under the bus' and took aim at manager Arne Slot.Jacki questions Salah's decision to go with both barrels during his interview with Norwegian TV in the mixed zone in the immediate aftermath of Liverpool's dramatic draw with Leeds United, with Lyle agreeing that both the timing and the content of his interview were unusual to say the least.Jacki then analyses the responsibility that comes with Salah’s seniority within the Liverpool squad, suggesting that some teammates may feel blindsided by his comments, and that his words risk undermining the unity projected by the club. She also offers expert insight into how PR teams manage a client who goes rogue, unpacking what Liverpool’s comms department will be doing behind the scenes to steady the narrative and regain control.Lyle asks the big question: can speaking through the media like this ever become a positive if handled correctly? Together, they analyse what this might mean for Salah, Slot, and Liverpool’s brand going forward.For more expert PR insights, subscribe now and join us every week on The Rest Is PR.N.B. We’re continuing to improve the quality of our videos, and we want to thank our incredible community for your patience and support while these upgrades are rolled out!0:00 What's Going On With Mo Salah & Liverpool?3:18 How Do You Deal With A Client Going Rogue?7:44 What’s Going On Behind The Scenes?13:16 Business As Usual At Liverpool?17:08 The Rumour Mill20:13 Representing Your Team23:01 Is The Salah Situation Being Amplified By Liverpool’s Bad Performance?26:25 Can You Get It Right When Using The Media?------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------✅ Subscribe: @TheRestIsPR------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🎙️ Listen: https://shows.acast.com/the-rest-is-pr------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------📱 Follow Us:Instagram: / @therestisprTikTok: / @therestisprLinkedIn: / www.linkedin.com/company/the-rest-is-pr/Reddit: / u/TheRestIsPRSubstack: / @therestispr------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#TheRestIsPR #MoSalah #LiverpoolFC #ArneSlot #PremierLeague #FootballPR #CrisisComms #SportsPR #MediaStrategy #MixedZone #ReputationManagement #PublicRelations #PRAnalysis #PRInsights #TrendingNow

Dianarama - What Have We Learned?This week on The Rest Is PR, Jacki and Lyle dive into one of the most explosive media scandals in modern British history, as they unpack Dianarama: Deception, Entrapment, Cover-Up - The Betrayal of Princess Diana, the new investigative book by former BBC journalist and filmmaker Andy Webb.The book revisits the infamous 1995 Panorama interview between Princess Diana and Martin Bashir, revealing fresh claims of institutional failure and a decades-long attempt to bury the truth.Jacki shares a powerful excerpt from the book, highlighting the BBC press office’s role in allowing the deception to continue once they learned how Bashir had secured the interview.Lyle raises the central question - how was there no internal investigation into the press office’s handling of the scandal? And why, nearly 30 years on, has Martin Bashir still faced no meaningful consequences for one of the most damaging ethical breaches in journalism?Together, Jacki and Lyle explore what we can learn from Dianarama about accountability, transparency, and the long-term consequences of hiding the truth.For more expert PR insights, subscribe now and join us every week on The Rest Is PR.N.B Here at The Rest Is PR, we remain committed to ensuring the quality of our content is as consistently high as possible. We are hard at work making improvements to the quality of our videos, and we would like to thank our brilliant community for your patience while these improvements are made!0:00 Intro0:32 Dianarama3:55 Conclusions Made By The Book5:26 Press Office Mistruths7:51 The Truth Will Out9:22 An Excerpt From Dianarama12:40 The Role Of The Press Office15:17 What Lessons Can They Learn?23:16 The Importance Of The Rest Is PR24:08 Your Comments------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------✅ Subscribe: @TheRestIsPR------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🎙️ Listen: https://shows.acast.com/the-rest-is-pr------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------📱 Follow Us:Instagram: / @therestisprTikTok: / @therestisprLinkedIn: / www.linkedin.com/company/the-rest-is-pr/Reddit: / u/TheRestIsPR------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#TheRestIsPR #PrincessDiana #Dianarama #AndyWebb #MartinBashir #PanoramaInterview #BBC #MediaScandal #PRStrategy #CrisisComms #ReputationManagement #PressOffice #PublicRelations #MediaEthics #InstitutionalAccountability #TheRestIsPRPodcast #TrendingNow

Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo – What's Really Going On?This week on The Rest Is PR, Jacki and Lyle break down one of the strangest celebrity press tours in recent memory, as Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo continue their Wicked promotional run, complete with unusually touchy-feely interviews, defensive responses, and a swirl of unfounded online theories.Jacki opens by praising the Wicked PR machine for its consistency and message discipline, even as speculation online grows about the pair’s dynamic. She emphasises that, from a pure comms perspective, the strategy is tight and controlled, but that public perception is a different story.Lyle isn’t so convinced. He questions whether audiences genuinely buy the 'best friends' narrative the duo keeps selling, or whether over-the-top nature of their appearances is actually fuelling more speculation.The conversation then turns to the rumour mill itself - from claims about Grande’s health to wild theories about her relationship with Erivo. Jacki stresses the importance of separating fact from fan-fiction while also exploring a bigger question - are either of the film’s leading ladies shaping up to be positive role models for young fans, especially given the speculation around behind-the-scenes behaviour?For more expert PR insights, subscribe now and join us every week on The Rest Is PR.0:00 Intro1:15 Wicked Marketing3:17 Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande7:30 Consistency Of Messaging11:20 Theories Behind Press Tour16:52 Do We Believe Them?17:17 Ariana Grande & Ethan Slater19:30 Cynthia & Ariana’s Individual PR22:47 Relationships Built For Film PR25:00 Female Role Models26:40 Your Comments28:17 Substack Launch------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------✅ Subscribe: @TheRestIsPR------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🎙️ Listen: https://shows.acast.com/the-rest-is-pr------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------📱 Follow Us:Instagram: / @therestisprTikTok: / @therestisprLinkedIn: / www.linkedin.com/company/the-rest-is-pr/------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#TheRestIsPR #ArianaGrande #CynthiaErivo #WickedMovie #PRStrategy #MediaAnalysis #CelebrityPR #PressTour #Authenticity #ReputationManagement #PRInsights #EntertainmentNews #CrisisComms #PublicRelations #TheRestIsPRPodcast #TrendingNow

Sports & The Media – Henry, The Haka, & The Halo TikTok DisasterThis week on The Rest Is PR, Jacki and Lyle dive into a weekend of sporting drama that’s dominated headlines — not for results on the pitch, but for the communications strategies surrounding them. From England’s historic victory over the All Blacks and Henry Pollock’s viral Haka response, to Joe Marler’s press conference controversy and Sky’s short-lived ‘Halo’ TikTok channel, there’s plenty to unpack when sport and media collide.Jacki opens the episode by reflecting on how athletes handle post-match interviews, arguing that adrenaline and frustration can’t excuse poor conduct. She stresses the importance of staying composed, knowing your message, and understanding that one clipped comment can define a narrative, especially in today’s content-driven landscape.Enter England rugby’s breakout star, Henry Pollock. His cheeky smirk during New Zealand’s iconic Haka was heavily scrutinised, but Pollock quickly flipped the script with a witty social post that reclaimed control of the story. Jacki and Lyle explore why his response worked so well.The conversation moves to Joe Marler, whose tense press conference exchange continues to generate discussion online. Jacki and Lyle note that Marler should be recognised for his humour and mental health advocacy, not viral moments where irritation got the better of him. The key takeaway being that today’s athletes must understand the permanence and significance of every filmed interaction.And then - Sky’s Halo TikTok fiasco. Launched as a new sports channel for women and pulled within just three days, the project was slammed for patronising its audience and 'dumbing down' sport for girls. Lyle reads Sky’s full statement, which Jacki praises for its clarity and accountability, but both agree the damage was done long before the apology landed.From winning over audiences to tone-deaf releases, this episode is a masterclass in how sport and PR are now more connected than ever, and why strategy off the pitch matters just as much as performance on it.Join the conversation in the comments — do today's athletes get fair scrutiny, or is the media too quick to pounce?For more from The Rest Is PR, visit our website and follow for new episodes every week.0:00 Intro2:37 Sportspeople & The Media5:25 What Has Changed When It Comes To Interviews With Sportspeople?8:32 Sportspeople Should Exercise Control In Responses?10:10 The F1 Example11:36 The Difference Between Sports & Other Media16:28 Henry Pollock & The Haka24:07 Joe Marler25:25 Sky Sports Halo33:20 Jacki’s Advice For Sky After Halo Mistake37:30 Sky’s Statement------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------✅ Subscribe: @TheRestIsPR ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🎙️ Listen: https://shows.acast.com/the-rest-is-pr------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------📱 Follow Us: Instagram: / @therestispr TikTok: / @therestisprLinkedIn: / www.linkedin.com/company/the-rest-is-pr/------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#TheRestIsPR #SportsPR #HenryPollock #AllBlacks #Haka #JoeMarler #SkySports #HaloTikTok #MediaStrategy #Rugby #SportingReputation #PRPodcast #PublicRelations #ReputationManagement #PRInsights #SportsMedia #CrisisComms #TrendingNow #TheRestIsPRPodcast #ContentIsForever