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On the docket for this week!

1. Mountain Dew rebrands as American Dew for America's 250th - choices!

2. Devil Wears Prada 2 releases - how deep does it go into the truth about the business of journalism in 2026?

3. Spirit Airlines "unwinds" - we look at their PR statement, the larger implications of afforable travel and the movement led by Hunter Peterson to launch Spirit 2.0, "the people's airline"

4. Spencer Pratt - is trending to become LA's next Mayor. We look at his campaign and why he is attracting donors like LA Laker's heiress, Jeanie Bus

5. BONUS: We layout the future of Hollywood ("the business") - which is very much linked to the current War in Iran + the quiet sale of American soil in Idaho to the country of Qatar (so Qatar can build its own Airforce in Idaho) by the current administration, which SHOCKINGLY, was not a national news story. Reminder folks, it's what's NOT being covered by national news that is the real-ass story in 2026+

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(Recorded - 4/16/26) - Welcome back to We're Still Spinning, a headline news show hosted by America's Favorite PR team. In part one of this week's episode, we are joined by American Author, Myah Hollis, to discuss her Goddess divine, Tree Paine, which leads to an unexpected PR plan for rapper Trina. Myah shares a communications strategy for Mary Magdalene, based on an extensive study of her life. Turns out, Mary wasn't a promiscuous woman whatsoever; she was just mislabeled by men who wanted to strip her of power. Go figure! Then we examine Sabrina Carpenter's performance at Coachella, the yodel heard 'round the world, and the PR statement that followed. This episode also marks the introduction of our "unsafe space bell" - a percussion moment to mark topics we can't discuss, as we are still very much working PR professionals.

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(Recorded - 5/1/25) Welcome back to We're Still Spinning, your #1 entertainment news podcast hosted by America's Favorite PR team. First and foremost, we got official word that Tree Paine knows about our show. We are one step closer to our goal of getting her to join us as a guest. But until then...we attended the opening night of Beyonce's high-anticipated Cowboy Carter Tour in LA, and we talk about it, shedding new light on her brand and forecasting the next few years of her emerging daughter, Blue Ivy. Next, is journalism dead? Officially? Longtime Executive Producer of the Award-Winning news show '60 Minutes', Bill Owens, resigns after a nearly 50-year tenure, citing biased influence from the network. This is one of our show's famed Media Literacy Moments - and this affects you. Next, Nike issued an apology this week following backlash of its billboards at the London Marathon which were deemed to be antisemitic. We look at the brand's apology and discuss if it was even necessary. Lastly, Tyla recently got into her comment section to duke it out with fans over a Coachella outfit. A performer who felt like a fresh drink of Water is now leaving fans feeling...dehydrated. Where does Tyla go from here?

(Recorded - 4/10/25) - Welcome back to your favorite podcast hosted by America's Favorite PR Team. This week, we are joined by esteemed American journalist and creative visionary Darian Symoné Harvin of STUDIO SYMONÉ, to discuss the latest news headlines and dissect the PR agendas behind them. First, the German-based blender heard (hated?) around the world puts out a PR statement following its violent use in the hit HBO series White Lotus: Season 3. We swiftly move to news about the Trader Joe's Mini Pastel Tote Bag drop and the immediate resell market on eBay for upwards of $2,000. Next, we look at the Essence.com article about Topicals and its holding company acquiring Bread hair care and the interview with Olamide Olowe, President Sochi Mbadugha, and Bread Founder Maeva Heim. Lastly, Prada buys Versace for 1.4 billion USD, citing that "Made in Italy" is a movement. Is that prophecy or PR statement? We dig into all of it on this episode of We're Still Spinning. (And a reminder, please leave us 5 Stars if you are enjoying this show).

(Recorded on 3/27/25) - We are America's Favorite PR team! For the first time on We're Still Spinning, we are welcomed by an EXTRA SPECIAL guest, American Journalist Sheila Yasmin Marikar (The New York Times, The New Yorker, etc). PR people and journalists can sometimes get along, and this chaotic episode is proof. We look into the PR crisis that is Disney's live-action remake of Snow White, we introduce improv role play to the show and do a scene of Disney PR calling Rachel Zegler's agent (allegedly and entertainment purposes only), and we pitch a PR plan for the movie's cast. Next, we joined the global group chat around the United States administration's wild misuse of the commercial "encrypted" app, Signal, putting our nation's security at high risk (don't blame Mercury in Retrograde...). Lastly, we give PR Kudos to Mike White's "White Lotus," and we pontificate on where Season 4 should take place and why. We have other gems sprinkled throughout this episode and hope that you like it. Please give us 5 stars and email us at stillspinningpod at gmail dot com if you have questions, comments, concerns, or wish to hire America's Favorite PR team for yourself.

Recorded 3/13/25 - Sussex is Sussexing. We examine the latest plays in Meghan Markle/Sussex's PR rollout. How many peanut butter pretzels does it take to make you likable? We talk about it, and pitch our ideas for the forthcoming season two of her Netflix series. While in the royal kitchen, we talk about the royal PR mess that is Moms Across America vs. Girl Scout Cookies of America. 'MURICA! Within 5 minutes, we debunk the claims against the cookie company and give a real-time, immersive lesson in "media literacy" - AKA - don't believe everything you read. Nonetheless, the damage has been done. How can the Girl Scouts of America (ginger) snap back from this PR crisis? We pitch a naughty PR plan to retaliate against this news cycle. Next, we check-in on the highly orchestrated Hermes new cycle that started over 1 year ago with a fake (allegedly, entertainment purposes only) anti-trust lawsuit in San Francisco. We clocked this bizarre PR campaign on day 1 (thanks to a very unusual report by the Associated Press) and track it to the current headlines (business model) of Birkin dupes. Speaking of which, Donatella steps down from Versace, and Demna steps up for Gucci. A change of guard usually means trouble, what can these brands do to stay profitable in a climate where people can't buy eggs? We have a PR/product plan for them. Last, but never least, a new app is launching today in the UK. It is called "Touch Grass," and its goal is to force people to unplug from their phones and literally touch grass. The news broke in the US via CNET, and we have thoughts. Questions, comments, concerns, sponsorship - please email stillspinningpod at gmail dot com. And kindly leave us 5-stars if you're enjoying this unhinged entertainment news show.

(Recorded 2/17/25) - America's Favorite PR team is back with a new episode. Following Disney's DEI cancellation, we take a look at the company's recent removal of the once-apologetic introduction card to its classic vault movies for the portrayal of Indigenous cultures and non-white ethnicities. Was the former intro card performative, or is this a brand evolution? Poppi "soda" also got itself into some hot Apple Cider Vinegar with its recent Super Bowl vending machine stunt. We talk about what went wrong with the brand's crisis communications plan and pitch a better way to use their Super Bowl funds. Next, airplanes are crashing daily. What does this mean for the aviation industry, and what can commercial airlines communicate to consumers amidst the tragic headlines? Lastly, Luigi Mangione took a page from the PR playbook of Justin Baldoni and launched a new website to communicate with his followers. Are websites the new notes app? We talk about it. (And please leave us 5 stars if you enjoy this show).

(Recorded 2/6/25) - America's Favorite PR Team is back with a new episode of We're Still Spinning. In this episode, we discuss the introduction of a new PR play - launching a website of receipts to make your case in the court of public opinion. Who is guiding Baldoni now, and is it working? Where does Blake go from here? We touch on The Grammys and discuss the wildest theory about Bianca Censori that is in the ether. Then, we discuss the resurfaced tweets of Karla Sofía Gascón and her apology. Lastly, we pitch a rebrand for DEI to help all parties. If you enjoy this show, please leave us FIVE stars!

(Recorded on 1/7/25) - In this episode, we continue to monitor Meghan She-Dropped-The-Markle's PR image journey. She made her return to Instagram and launched a new Netflix Series with a notable trailer to boot. Where is she going with her public persona, and is it working? We talk about it. We then discuss Allison Holker's recent press push for her book, which appeared to hinge on disclosing her late husband's secrets. We recorded this episode before Allison's follow-up statement, which ended up being exactly what we predicted it would be...and then...we circle back to Justin vs. Blake. Part 1 of this saga was our most listened-to episode of 2024. Lastly, we solve the origin of Walmart's Wirkin Bag as part of our ongoing coverage of Hermes and its PR attempts to become profitable again.