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Streaming Wars Shift as YouTube Becomes Fall’s Real Battleground
New data shows the subscriber fight has cooled while YouTube becomes the marketing arena streaming platforms cannot ignore.
Avatar’s Fan Energy Surges as Mainstream Buzz Lags Ahead of Release
Data reveals why Avatar’s loyalists roar online while the wider social web stays surprisingly quiet before the franchise’s next mega-release.
Media Intelligence Pioneer John Croll Redefines the Future of Communications Insight
John Croll shares lessons for communicators on transforming data into strategic foresight and leadership advantage.
Podcast Advertising’s New Power Play Reshapes Brand Strategy
Acast’s 2025 Podcast Pulse report reveals that podcasts now rival — and often outperform — traditional media in attention, trust, and brand influence.
TikTok’s U.S.–China Deal Redefines Global Trust and Messaging in the Age of Algorithmic Power
The U.S.–China framework deal over TikTok is a communications case study in global trust, tech diplomacy, and narrative control.
Jimmy Kimmel’s YouTube Comeback Shows the Power of Timely Relevance and Authentic Return
Jimmy Kimmel Live returned in September and dominated YouTube with a 305% spike in unique viewers, proving that authentic content and smart timing can drive massive engagement.
Creator Voices Are Rewriting the Rules of Brand Communication
YouTube, BBDO, and H-E-B reveal how creator collaborations and community-driven storytelling are transforming brand communication into a two-way, trust-based dialogue.
How Bose Turns Authentic Creator Partnerships Into Brand Power
Bose shares how authentic, long-term creator partnerships built on passion, culture, and purpose redefine modern influencer marketing.
LEGO’s YouTube Surge Shows Why Shorts and Creators Are Reshaping Brand Engagement
LEGO is stacking serious momentum on YouTube by leaning into Shorts and creator-driven content—and communicators should pay close attention.
PR’s Shadow Game in the Epstein Scandal Exposed by Leaked Legal Network Ties
A growing list of veteran PR names is surfacing in new Epstein revelations, revealing how reputational shields were built and maintained at the highest levels.
Wendy’s “Tendys” Proves Authentic Branding Still Wins the Chicken Wars
At Advertising Week, Wendy’s Stephanie Lancaster showed how staying true to brand voice—and having fun doing it—turned “Tendys” into a viral, emotionally resonant campaign.
Creator Jobs Shrink While Strategic Talent Roles Surge in Evolving Economy
The latest Creator Economy Jobs report reveals a hiring slowdown but points to where savvy communicators should double down.
Communications Leaders Push for Truth and Accountability in Storytelling
A candid CommPRO Town Hall in New York challenged executives to move beyond greenwashing, embrace transparency, and anchor messaging in material action.
PR Masters Series Episode #102 - Raymond Crosby
Raymond Crosby shares with Art Stevens how purpose, adaptability, and people-first values have fueled his firm’s 50-year success and shaped the future of PR.
Cracker Barrel Reverts Logo After Political Pressure and Backlash Fueled by Digital Missteps
Cracker Barrel’s logo reversal proves once again that ignoring your audience can turn branding into a full-blown crisis.
The Onion Outsells the Boston Globe and It’s Not Even Trying to Be Real
The Onion’s surprising print comeback is a masterclass in how to cut through digital noise.
Why Traditional Media Can’t Compete With the Swift Rise of Digital Giants
Half a billion views and counting prove that legacy media is outpaced by talent-driven digital brands that know what audiences want.
PR Agencies Face Rising Client Demands for Data, Digital and Measurable Results
A new industry survey will reveal how shifting brand priorities are reshaping PR agency services and acquisition strategies.
When Politics Upstages the Show the Audience Loses
An insider’s take on how politics in performance art harms audiences and offers a lesson for PR pros.
Why Public Relations Is Fueling the Great American Consumer Scam
Arthur Solomon exposes how everyday consumer experiences—from ink cartridges to political promises—reveal a society designed to mislead.

