Podcast
Where Pop Culture Meets PR
Hosted by Jacki Vause & Lyle Fulton · EN
Where Pop Culture PR is an unfiltered journey into the world of modern communications where pop culture meets PR and nothing is off the record.
From celebrity crises to brand blunders, media spin to viral moments. We break it all down with insight, humour, and a dash of chaos. Packed with expert advice, brilliant anecdotes, and unfiltered opinions.
Driven by curiosity and grounded in decades of PR and media experience, Where Pop Culture Meets PR helps listeners decode the power of public relations and why it’s so much more than just spin.
Hosted by Jacki Vause & Lyle Fulton
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
32episodes
Episodes
Newest firstAll episodes
Meghan W.H.O?
6d ago00:35:07Tap to summarizeThis week we’re taking a look at Meghan Markle’s recent appearance in Geneva at the Lost Screen Memorial, where she delivered a speech on the “dangerous bargain” we’ve made with social media. This speech at the World Health Organisation symbolises a contemporary peak for Meghan’s aim to become a global welfare advocate, but within the context of her family’s $3 Million per-year up-keep costs, and the publicity of her own children, these appearances might not look like the altruistic and omnibenevolent ventures of a traditional royal, but a clamber for social credit and ‘good’ PR.In this episode:Meghan’s Geneva speech: Analyzing her WHO appearance and the impact of her message on digital violenceThe dilemma of social media: How Meghan is attempting to position herself as a leader for child protection in the digital age. Decoding the "Project Thaw" speculation and how it might be affecting Harry and Meghan’s current media strategyFashion as a tool: Why her choice of a structured $4,000 Gabriela Hearst suit was a deliberate move toward "serious" credibilityWhy the timing and location of these European appearances matter for their future prospectsFor more expert PR insight, subscribe and join us every week on Where Pop Culture Meets PR.04:45 Meghan's appearance at the Lost Screen Memorial 07:12 Critiques and support for Meghan's message 10:13 The Dilemma of social media and parenting 11:48 Meghan's positioning and public perception 15:05 The Impact of fashion on public image 17:26 Navigating royal and commercial roles 20:19 The importance of timing in public appearances 23:10 Geographical considerations in Meghan and Harry's activities 26:22 ‘Project Thaw’ and future prospects for Meghan and Harry✅ Subscribe: @WherePopCultureMeetsPR🎙️ Listen: https://www.wherepopculturemeetspr.com/📱 Follow Us: Tik Tok: / @WherePopCultureMeetsPR LinkedIn: / https://www.linkedin.com/company/where-pop-culture-meets-pr/ Substack: https://substack.com/@wherepopculturemeetspr#MeghanMarkle #DigitalSafety #RoyalPR #WherePopCultureMeetsPR #TheRestIsPR #WHO #ProjectThor #SocialMediaStrategy #PublicRelations #CrisisManagement Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Harry STEALS Kate’s Thunder
1w ago00:37:18Tap to summarizeThere is a massive contrast in current Royal PR strategies this week, and nowhere is it more obvious than in Princess Catherine’s solo trip to Italy. Touching down in Reggio Emilia for her first overseas engagement since being in remission, Catherine has put on a masterclass in soft power - from speaking Italian to school children to learning how to make pasta. It's a complete return to the narrative of regality and servitude traditionally set by the Palace.Meanwhile in Montecito, Harry and Meghan are lying in the bed of their own creation. Between reports of the Australian government withdrawing eight million Australian dollars worth of funding from the Invictus Games, and rumours of a funding crisis, the couple’s approach is feeling increasingly unconvincing and unrelatable to many. Then, spookily coinciding with the Italian tour, Harry writes a scathing piece in The New Statesman about modern Britain and the rise of Anti-Semitism, leading some commentators to conclude that he was trying to steal the spotlight. In this episode:Catherine’s triumph in Italy: Why her "fact-finding mission" is the perfect PR resetThe "Reggio Emilia" effect: How relatability and authenticity are becoming her greatest assetsWhy Harry and Meghan’s commercial engagements in Australia have sparked a backlashThe $63 million Invictus scandal: Is Harry’s most successful project under threat?Why the Palace is staying quiet while the Sussexes navigate their latest funding challengesFor more expert PR insight, subscribe and join us every week on Where Pop Culture Meets PR.00:00 Catherine's Triumph in Italy 08:59 Contrasting Royal Approaches: Catherine vs. Meghan 18:18 The Impact of Communication Strategies 28:01 Harry and Meghan's Challenges: A Funding Crisis 35:21 Reflections on Royal Duties and Public Perception✅ Subscribe: @WherePopCultureMeetsPR🎙️ Listen: https://www.wherepopculturemeetspr.com/📱 Follow Us: Tik Tok: / @WherePopCultureMeetsPR LinkedIn: / https://www.linkedin.com/company/where-pop-culture-meets-pr/ Substack: https://substack.com/@wherepopculturemeetspr#PrincessCatherine #RoyalPR #HarryAndMeghan #ItalyTour #WherePopCultureMeetsPR #TheRestIsPR #InvictusGames #RoyalFamily #Monarchy #CrisisManagement Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Fergie and Diddy’s Sex SCANDAL
2w ago00:33:28Tap to summarizeWe’ve been following the messy fallout from the latest allegations involving Sarah Ferguson and Sean “Diddy” Combs, and it is a total PR nightmare for the palace. We’re digging into the claims found in the esteemed Andrew Lownie’s biography, Entitled, which alleges a “secret, years-long ‘friends with benefits’ relationship” between the Duchess of York and Combs - including stories of her bringing her own teenage daughter Princess Eugenie to one of his infamous parties.With the Yorks constantly at the center of these headlines, it raises the question: how far will the King’s patience stretch before he takes action to distance the Royal brand from their chaos?In this episode:Analyzing the PR fallout from Andrew Lownie's "meticulously fact-checked" revelations about Sarah FergusonThe impact of the House of York scandals on public perception of the Royal Family and the broader Monarchy crisisWhy the Royal Family’s current communication strategy may be failing to suppress emerging storiesThe role of independent investigative journalism in exposing the reality of royal business and social dealingsConcluding thoughts on what King Charles must do now to protect the future of the MonarchyFor more expert PR insight, subscribe and join us every week on Where Pop Culture Meets PR.00:00 Introduction and context 00:31 Revelations about Sarah Ferguson and Diddy Combs 02:49 The PR perspective on the York Family 07:26 The Impact of scandals on the Royal Family 11:59 The role of media in Royal narratives 16:11 The future of the Monarchy and communication strategies 20:08 Concluding thoughts and audience engagement------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------✅ Subscribe: @WherePopCultureMeetsPR------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🎙️ Listen: https://www.wherepopculturemeetspr.com/------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 📱 Follow Us: Tik Tok: / @WherePopCultureMeetsPR LinkedIn: / https://www.linkedin.com/company/where-pop-culture-meets-pr/ Substack: https://substack.com/@wherepopculturemeetspr ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ #SarahFerguson #SeanDiddyCombs #RoyalFamily #PRCrisis #WherePopCultureMeetsPR #TheRestIsPR #AndrewLownie #RoyalScandals #Monarchy #MediaStrategy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Blake Vs. Baldoni - It FINALLY Ends With Us
3w ago00:34:48Tap to summarizeWe’ve been monitoring the surprise settlement between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, which was finalized on May 4, 2026, just two weeks before their scheduled trial. This week, we analyze the strategic timing of the announcement—which broke just hours before Lively’s appearance at the Met Gala—and how both legal teams used this "no-money" settlement to regain control of their public narratives.In this episode:Analyzing the joint statement and why both sides are framing the settlement as a "victory" for domestic violence awarenessThe aftermath of the legal battle: How no financial compensation was exchanged despite the $400 million stakesThe role of Bryan Freedman, Baldoni’s attorney, in positioning the settlement as a "satisfactory ending" for his clientWhy the timing of the news—aligned with the Met Gala—was a clever PR move to shift the conversation to fashion and glamourLooking ahead: Future implications for Wayfarer Studios and the ongoing motion for legal fees and damagesFor more expert PR insight, subscribe and join us every week on Where Pop Culture Meets PR.00:00 Introduction 00:25 The Joint Statement and Its Implications 04:11 The Aftermath: Communication Strategies 09:36 The Role of Bryan Freedman 15:23 Timing and Public Perception 25:36 Looking Ahead: Future Implications✅ Subscribe: @WherePopCultureMeetsPR🎙️ Listen: https://www.wherepopculturemeetspr.com/📱 Follow Us: Tik Tok: / @WherePopCultureMeetsPR LinkedIn: / https://www.linkedin.com/company/where-pop-culture-meets-pr/ Substack: https://substack.com/@wherepopculturemeetspr#BlakeLively #JustinBaldoni #Settlement #PRStrategy #WherePopCultureMeetsPR #TheRestIsPR #CrisisManagement #MetGala #HollywoodLawsuit #LegalMessaging Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →King Charles in The USA - The Adults Are Talking
3w ago00:34:49Tap to summarizeWe’ve been watching King Charles’ historic state visit to the US, a four-day blitz of dimplacy that’s serving as a masterclass in how traditional “soft power” can stabilise even the most strained global alliance. This week, we analyse the strategic comms behind his address to Congress and the carefully curated optics of his meetings with President Trump - proving that the “Royal Machine” still knows a thing or two on how to manage a narrative better than almost anyone else in the world.We’ve contrasted this elite example of diplomacy with the tawdry media approach seen recently from Harry and Meghan, looking at their People Magazine Cover and the recent “talks” given by them in Australia. Having clearly drawn a line in the sand for Royal public relations, and given the perceived success of Charles’ speech, the couple are clearly on shaky ground… In this episode:Analyzing the strategic planning and execution of King Charles’s 2026 US state visitWhy Charles’s address to Congress was seen as a "veiled plea" for traditional liberal values and NATO unityThe power of optics: From private tea in the Green Room to the symbolic "Pass in Review" of US military branchesManaging the "Trump factor" and how the royal strategy successfully navigated potential political pitfallsContrasting the dignified "long game" of royal diplomacy with the monetization strategies of Harry and MeghanFor more expert PR insight, subscribe and join us every week on Where Pop Culture Meets PR.00:00 King Charles' State Visit: A New Era for the Monarchy 04:29 The Power of Communication: Planning and Execution 10:04 Crossing the Line: King Charles' Political Engagement 15:46 Managing Expectations: The Royal Machine's Strategy 21:19 Contrasting Styles: The Royal Family vs. Harry and Meghan 28:49 A Springboard for the Future: King Charles' Next Steps✅ Subscribe: @WherePopCultureMeetsPR🎙️ Listen: https://www.wherepopculturemeetspr.com/📱 Follow Us: Tik Tok: / @WherePopCultureMeetsPR LinkedIn: / https://www.linkedin.com/company/where-pop-culture-meets-pr/ Substack: https://substack.com/@wherepopculturemeetspr#KingCharles #USStateVisit #RoyalPR #Diplomacy #PRStrategy #WherePopCultureMeetsPR #TheRestIsPR #MediaManagement #RoyalCommunications #MeghanAndHarry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Battle of The Royal Tours
4w ago00:40:44Tap to summarizeWe’ve been monitoring the significant contrast between King Charles’s upcoming state visit to the US and Harry and Meghan’s recent tour of Australia, which serves as a masterclass in the difference between official diplomacy and "faux royal" brand-building. This week, we analyze Charles’s three-day power play in Washington D.C. - his first as monarch - and how it uses the 250th anniversary of American independence to reinforce the "Special Relationship" through high-level political engagement.We compare this to the Sussexes’ Australian itinerary and other monetising habits which arguably separate them from Royal Life and Duty more than they seem to be aware of. Will the King see Harry on his trip across the pond? Probably not. Will Trump invite Harry in a surprise reunion for Charles? Almost certainly not. In this episode:The significance of King Charles’s first US state visit as monarch and his address to CongressAnalyzing Harry and Meghan's Australia visit: A rehearsal for a comeback or a commercial "faux royal" tour?How "Project Thaw" theory explains the Royal Family’s strategic communication and media handlingThe political implications of Charles meeting President Trump versus the Sussexes’ corporate speaking engagementsWhy the royal family aims to maintain a unified front amidst ongoing internal disputes and external pressureFor more expert PR insight, subscribe and join us every week on Where Pop Culture Meets PR.00:00 The Significance of King Charles's US Visit 11:16 Comparing Royal Tours: Charles vs. Harry and Meghan 25:36 The Dynamics of Harry and Meghan's Relationship 32:04 King Charles's Objectives and Challenges in the US✅ Subscribe: @WherePopCultureMeetsPR🎙️ Listen: https://www.wherepopculturemeetspr.com/📱 Follow Us: Tik Tok: / @WherePopCultureMeetsPR LinkedIn: / https://www.linkedin.com/company/where-pop-culture-meets-pr/ Substack: https://substack.com/@wherepopculturemeetspr#KingCharles #HarryAndMeghan #RoyalPR #USVisit #PRStrategy #WherePopCultureMeetsPR #TheRestIsPR #RoyalTour #ProjectThor #MediaAnalysis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Trial by Social Media: Is Public Opinion the Only Verdict That Matters? | Blake vs. Baldoni, Candace vs. Erika, & Depp vs. Heard
Apr 2400:34:18Tap to summarizeWe’ve been analysing the fascinating impact that social media and influencers are having on modern legal proceedings, where the court of public opinion often moves faster than the justice system itself. This week, we examine how high-profile court cases are being transformed into digital spectacles and why legal strategies must now account for a media shelf life that is measured in seconds.We explore the evolving role of celebrity lawyers and influencers in the legal process. Could it be that the influence of social media is no longer just aa byproduct of a trial, but a calculated legal battlefield where PR and litigation are interconnnected and intertwined?In this episode:Analyzing the impact of social media on public opinion and the traditional legal processHow influencers have become an unofficial part of the legal process in the digital ageThe evolution of PR and legal strategies to manage high-stakes digital narrativesWhy lawyers are increasingly stepping into the spotlight as media stars during major trialsLooking ahead at the future of justice and the continued influence of social mediaFor more expert PR insight, subscribe and join us every week on Where Pop Culture Meets PR.00:00 The Impact of Social Media on Public Opinion 05:04 Legal Proceedings in the Age of Social Media 11:42 The Role of Influencers in Court Cases 17:49 The Evolution of PR in Legal Contexts 23:42 The Future of Justice and Social Media✅ Subscribe: @WherePopCultureMeetsPR🎙️ Listen: https://www.wherepopculturemeetspr.com/📱 Follow Us: Tik Tok: / @WherePopCultureMeetsPR LinkedIn: / https://www.linkedin.com/company/where-pop-culture-meets-pr/ Substack: https://substack.com/@wherepopculturemeetspr#SocialMediaJustice #CourtCases #InfluencerImpact #PRStrategy #WherePopCultureMeetsPR #TheRestIsPR #LegalTech #PublicOpinion #DigitalAge #LawAndMedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →The Latest... Harry & Meghan - CASH GRAB Down Under
Apr 2100:36:00Tap to summarizeWe’ve been observing the fallout from Harry and Meghan’s recent tour of Australia, and it serves as a fascinating case study of a non-royal royal tour. This week, we’re analysing Harry and Meghan’s public strategy (or lack thereof), looking closely at whether their approach is leaning toward authentic engagement of the Australian public or a calculated commercial expansion. We explore the nuances of the public funding controversies and ask the difficult question: is it possible that Meghan & Harry’s efforts to monetise their influence as a ‘power couple’ are creating a permanent rift in their public perception as Ex-Royals and now title-less celebrities? Could it be that the strategic planning behind these appearances is prioritising short-term branding over their long-term dignity, and as a result, their desirability?In this episode:An overview of Harry and Meghan's Australian tour and the strategic planning behind it.Analyzing the controversies surrounding public perception and funding during the tripHow the monetization of their late royal status is reshaping their personal brandThe impact of PR strategies on traditionally royal protocol and authentic engagementFor more expert PR insight, subscribe and join us every week on Where Pop Culture Meets PR.00:00 Introduction to the Latest on Harry and Meghan 00:00 Harry and Meghan's Australian Tour Overview 04:36 Controversies and Public Perception 09:19 Monetization of Royal Status 14:02 The Impact of PR Strategies 18:00 The Dichotomy of Royal Engagements 23:24 Branding and Public Image Challenges 28:08 Conclusion and Community Engagement✅ Subscribe: @WherePopCultureMeetsPR🎙️ Listen: https://www.wherepopculturemeetspr.com/📱 Follow Us: Tik Tok: / @WherePopCultureMeetsPR LinkedIn: / https://www.linkedin.com/company/where-pop-culture-meets-pr/ Substack: https://substack.com/@wherepopculturemeetspr#HarryAndMeghan #RoyalTour #PRStrategy #Branding #WherePopCultureMeetsPR #TheRestIsPR #AustraliaTrip #PublicPerception #MediaStrategy #RoyalFamily Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →The Latest... Lively Vs. Baldoni - Preparing For WAR
Apr 1400:28:02Tap to summarizeWe’ve been monitoring the escalating legal saga between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, a case that is rapidly becoming a textbook study in how high-stakes litigation intersects with aggressive PR battle tactics. This week, we analyze the latest court developments and look closely at the behind-the-scenes media strategies that are attempting to sway public opinion before the gavel begins to fall.We explore the impact of the public’s statements on individual credibility as Lively attempts to accuse Baldoni of foul-play via crisis PR. And could it be that the legal outcome will ultimately matter less to public - who seem to have already chosen their champion…In this episode:Analyzing the latest legal proceedings and the significance of the upcoming May 18 court dateHow media and PR strategies are being deployed to manage reputational damage in real-timeThe role of witnesses, including Brian Friedman, and the influence of content creators in modern litigationA deep dive into legal claims of retaliation, breach of contract, and evidence handlingUnderstanding how public opinion influence is being used as a courtroom tacticFor more expert PR insight, subscribe and join us every week on Where Pop Culture Meets PR.00:00 Introduction to the Legal Saga 01:17 The Court Case Developments 08:55 Public Relations and Media Strategies 17:01 The Role of Content Creators 26:47 Conclusion and Audience Engagement✅ Subscribe: @WherePopCultureMeetsPR🎙️ Listen: https://www.wherepopculturemeetspr.com/📱 Follow Us:Tik Tok: / @WherePopCultureMeetsPR LinkedIn: / https://www.linkedin.com/company/where-pop-culture-meets-pr/ Substack: https://substack.com/@wherepopculturemeetspr#BlakeLively #JustinBaldoni #RyanReynolds #PRStrategy #CelebrityLitigation #WherePopCultureMeetsPR #TheRestIsPR #CourtCase #LegalSaga #MediaInfluence Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Harry & Meghan RIP OFF Australia!
Apr 1300:30:10Tap to summarizeThe spotlight has once again turned to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle - but this time, the focus is firmly on their upcoming trip to Australia and the growing scrutiny surrounding it. What might once have been framed as a traditional royal trip or a strategic international visit is now raising more complex questions, particularly as reports suggest their pursuit of private ventures in the country could be benefiting from public funding and affecting their popularity in the Commonwealth nation.As sentiment in Australia appears to be at an all-time low compared to their last visit in 2018, we explore how this trip looks set to throw up more questions than answers when it comes to the couple's brand and messaging. This episode also analyses the timing of the trip, with mounting pressures on multiple fronts: legal tensions in the UK involving Sentebale, and shifting commercial prospects in the US following the conclusion of their partnership with Netflix.In this episode:Unpacking the strategy - and controversy - behind their upcoming Australian tripHow concerns around public funding and private ventures are shaping local opinionThe broader reputational impact as popularity dips in AustraliaExamining the legal challenges involving Sentebale in the UKFor more expert PR insight, subscribe and join us every week on Where Pop Culture Meets PR.00:00 Introduction to Harry and Meghan's Latest Controversies04:21 The Australia Trip: A Chaotic Mess10:23 Mixed Messages and Inconsistencies15:44 Public Perception and Financial Motivations21:18 The Future of Harry and Meghan's Royal Status✅ Subscribe: @WherePopCultureMeetsPR🎙️ Listen: https://www.wherepopculturemeetspr.com/📱 Follow Us:Tik Tok: / @WherePopCultureMeetsPR LinkedIn: / https://www.linkedin.com/company/where-pop-culture-meets-pr/ Substack: https://substack.com/@wherepopculturemeetspr#PRStrategy #CrisisCommunications #ReputationManagement #MediaNarrative #PrinceHarry #MeghanMarkle #RoyalNews #AustraliaTrip #PublicOpinion #BrandStrategy #CelebrityPR #Netflix #Sentebale #MediaScrutiny #GlobalPR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →