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Digital Public Relations

The Digital PR Podcast is brought to you by public relations students at Kent State University. Join us as we talk about news and trends in the digital space and how it connects to the field of PR and communications.

  1. Wicked Movie Promotions Review

    12/02/2024

    Wicked Movie Promotions Review

    Calling all musical enthusiasts! In this episode, Madelyn and Bekah take a dive into the new movie Wicked and the different collaborations they have done. Learn more as we discuss the brands that had good SEO and ones that could use some improvement. We also discuss our thoughts on the trailer, and more. Tune in for fun and educational episode! Timestamps: 0:44 Wicked and Starbucks collaboration 4:05 r.e.m beauty and Wicked collaboration 6:23 Target and Wicked collaboration 9:15 Forever 21 and Wicked collaboration 11:26 Spotify and Wicked collaboration 12:29 Our thoughts on the collaborations 13:28 Our key takeaways 13:54 Our final thoughts #Wicked #Musical #Celebrities #Brands #Collaboration #DigitalPR Sources: -https://www.instagram.com/p/DCRh1qyCm9C/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== -https://youtu.be/S0Xe7xFIxg4?si=Us4zOa2VqoECgoLk -https://www.instagram.com/p/DCNvdLMvB6h/?hl=en&img_index=1 -https://www.tiktok.com/@forever21/video/7434587426661633323?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7407513015287432750 -https://about.starbucks.com/press/2024/starbucks-defies-gravity-with-new-beverages-merchandise-more-inspired-by-universal-pictures-wicked/

    15 min
  2. Environmental Impacts of AI

    11/25/2024

    Environmental Impacts of AI

    Did you know that AI affects the environment? In this episode, Angie and Chloe dive into the surprising environmental footprint of AI. From the energy demands of data centers to electronic waste, they break down the facts of this popular innovation. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation about the intersection of technology and our planet. 0:19 What is AI? 0:45 How do we use AI? 2:01 What do we think about the use of AI? 3:10 Research on the environmental impacts of AI 8:40 Where do we go from here? Resources: https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/ai-has-environmental-problem-heres-what-world-can-do-about https://earth.org/the-green-dilemma-can-ai-fulfil-its-potential-without-harming-the-environment/ https://hbr.org/2024/07/the-uneven-distribution-of-ais-environmental-impacts

    14 min
  3. Taylor Swift through the PR Eye

    11/21/2024

    Taylor Swift through the PR Eye

    Hello everyone! Welcome to Chloe and Sarah’s episode on the Digital PR podcast where we are diving into popstar icon Taylor Swift and her life in the PR lens. We will be discussing some of her most prominent scandals and how she has handled them, and how she is portrayed in the media. We pulled some valuable information from Kaneland Krier and DGB Group, along with our own personal knowledge, to analyze some of Taylor Swift’s past PR conflicts. We hope you enjoy it! Kaneland Krier: https://kanelandkrier.com/features/controversy-over-taylor-swifts-private-jet-use/ DGB: https://www.green.earth/news/taylor-swifts-eco-tune-addressing-her-high-carbon-footprint#:~:text=In%20response%20to%20growing%20environmental,compensate%20for%20her%20tour%20travel.

    15 min
  4. Unfiltered Damage

    11/19/2024

    Unfiltered Damage

    Are you curious about what happens when influencers’ scandals collide with the brands they promote or what happens to their reputation? In this episode, Blake and Malina discuss influencers Shane Dawson and James Charles’ past behaviors and how it has damaged their reputations and hurt their business. In this episode: What is cancel culture? (1:14) Shane Dawson’s offensive behavior leading up to his scandal (2:37) Why was Shane not canceled pre-scandal? (3:44) 2020 Shane Dawson scandal (4:06) Dawson’s apology (4:40) How did the scandal affect his reputation and business? (5:16) (6:42) What is Dawson doing today? (7:20) Who is James Charles? (8:20) James’ offensive behavior before “Bye Sister” (8:57) Sugar bear hair drama (9:23) “Bye Sister” scandal (10:22) Charles’ apology (11:56) How did the scandal affect his reputation and business? (12:32) Has James rebuilt his friendships post-scandal? (14:08) What is James up to today? (15:05)

    17 min
  5. Social Media and Crisis Communication

    11/14/2024

    Social Media and Crisis Communication

    This episode, Olivia and Alexa talk through some notable case studies of social media and crisis communication. What can we learn about best practices from these cases? How we can apply this to digital PR? SHOW NOTES: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xSep0P9on0Z6vdOh8f3Jp83opDZrbgAz1ggBuEgU-ug/edit?usp=sharing (SEE DOC FOR SOURCES)

    17 min
  6. Examining the Role of Influencers in PR Campaigns

    11/14/2024

    Examining the Role of Influencers in PR Campaigns

    On today’s episode of The Digital PR Podcast, Kaitlyn and Emilee discuss why PR campaigns are shifting towards using influencers to promote products and brands. They dive into successful examples, like Dunkin’ Donuts’ viral collaboration with Charlie D’Amelio, and less successful campaigns, such as Pepsi’s controversial partnership with Kendall Jenner. Tune in as they break down what made these influencer campaigns thrive- and what caused others to fumble. Watch the Dunkin Donuts x Charli D'Amelio collab video here: https://www.tiktok.com/@dunkin/video/6870189248331468037?lang=en Watch the Pepsi x Kendall Jenner collab video here: https://youtu.be/uwvAgDCOdU4?si=gnFYaJ1Eq5HLWqdE

    13 min
  7. Attention Spans in PR: Creating a New Kind of Content

    11/12/2024

    Attention Spans in PR: Creating a New Kind of Content

    8.25 seconds. That’s how long the average human attention span is. In today’s episode of the Digital PR Podcast, AJ Scilla and Patrick Creedon dive into the difficulties Public Relations practitioners face in the age of a dwindling attention span. Getting your message across to your audience quickly is more important than ever, and Scilla and Creedon will dive into effective methods to keep your audience engaged while communicating your messages. They’ll also explore how first impressions, storytelling, and the use of influencers play roles in capturing and maintaining views. 1:25 – Creating Snackable Content: PR content should hook the viewer's attention right away, emphasizing the importance of capturing attention within 8 seconds. 3:07 – Visual Overstimulation in Social Media: The role of visuals in engagement is highlighted, with examples like TikTok and Instagram using overstimulating visuals to keep users engaged. 4:12 – Why the Right Audience Matters: AJ and Patrick stress the importance of knowing your audience well enough to cater content to their interests. 5:41 – AI in Content Creation: The hosts discuss AI’s use in content creation by generating hooks. 7:17 – Storytelling as a Strategy: They delve into the importance of storytelling and that it creates emotional connections and keeps viewers invested, even in longer format content. 10:03 – Influencer Marketing as an Attention Hook: AJ and Patrick talk about how influencers can act as “hooks” to grab attention and the role of celebrity endorsements in capturing audiences. 13:00 - The Importance of First Impressions: The episode concludes by explaining why first impressions are important, and how every aspect of a content plan should come together in a video.

    15 min
  8. PR in the Video Game Industry

    11/07/2024

    PR in the Video Game Industry

    In this episode, Kent State PR majors Ethan Madden and Jillian Schrift dive into PR crises in the video game industry, highlighting how major companies respond to controversies and what these responses reveal about their values and brand strategies. From Call of Duty and the Sims 4, to EA's wider reputation issues, they analyze fan backlash, representation concerns, and how effective crisis communication impacts long-term success.

    14 min
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The Digital PR Podcast is brought to you by public relations students at Kent State University. Join us as we talk about news and trends in the digital space and how it connects to the field of PR and communications.

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  • Creator
    Digital PR Podcast
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    90
  • Rating
    Clean
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    Digital Public Relations

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