Stories and Strategies with Curzon Public Relations
We tell stories.... stories about Public Relations and Marketing that will inspire your career in PR.
Public Relations is evolving rapidly, and this is where you’ll find thoughtful and concise interviews on the latest insights, ideas, and approaches with PR experts all over the world.
And straight up, you may not agree with all of them. Neither do we. The point is these are perspectives and ideas that need to be talked about.
From authentic storytelling, to harnessing the power of AI to innovative media relations and crisis communications, to adopting more behavioral science communications strategies. And even controversial ideas, some of which work extremely well in politics and business.
As Marketing and Communications strategies continue to shape the way organizations connect with their audiences, staying current is essential. Stories and Strategies is the public relations podcast that keeps you informed, inspired, and equipped to push boundaries and achieve excellence in PR.
If you work in Public Relations and/or Marketing, and you love stories, we get you... and we got you.
Episodes
184 episodes
Why Modern Communication is Making Us LESS Connected | Suhel Seth
In an age where opinions form faster than facts and headlines spark outrage before understanding, how do brands, leaders, and storytellers stay credible? Is your opinion truly yours? Or just an echo of your tribe?In this epis...
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Season 4
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Episode 174
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Cancelled. Convicted. Came Back: Andy Coulson’s Story
What happens when the man behind the headlines becomes the headline? Former tabloid editor and Downing Street comms chief Andy Coulson opens up about his very public fall from grace — from resignations and scandal to serving time i...
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Season 4
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Episode 173
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Who Do You Trust? Rethinking Media in a Fractured World
The media landscape is changing – and fast. In this episode, Tina McCorkindale, President and CEO of the Institute for Public Relations, breaks down the shift away from traditional news and the rise of emerging media. Drawing on ins...
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Episode 172
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Talked Over and Ignored: PR Occupational Hazards for Women
The public relations industry has long been recognized as a female-dominated field, with women making up approximately two-thirds of the workforce. However, when it comes to leadership, women remain significantly underrepresented, comprising ju...
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Season 4
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Episode 171
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Welcome CoHost Farzana Baduel - Season Four Trailer
Curzon Public Relations CEO, Farzana Baduel, joins the world’s most-listened-to PR podcast, as Guest Resident Co-Host!Alongside host
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Season 4
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The Science of How to Talk Like Ted
Ideas shape the world, but only when they’re communicated effectively. Some individuals have a remarkable ability to present their ideas in a way that captivates, influences, and inspires. A well-crafted and powerfully delivered idea doesn’t ju...
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Season 3
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Episode 170
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The Words We Need: Communicating with Someone in Times of Grief and Tragedy
This episode is in honour of Podcasthon and in support of the
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Season 3
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Episode 169
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Case Study: Rethinking Community Engagement in the Global Southeast
What if the key to development isn’t learning more—but unlearning first? In this episode, we explore how rural communities in underdeveloped nations can shape their own futures by moving beyond Western-imposed models of engagement.&...
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Season 3
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Episode 168
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How AI is Learning to Understand Human Emotions (Polyvagel Theory)
In a world where technology is increasingly intertwined with human emotions, a new frontier is emerging—artificial intelligence that can understand how we feel. Imagine an AI system that doesn’t just analyze data but senses our emotional state ...
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Season 3
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Episode 167
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FLASHBACK SUNDAY - PRSA’s Strategy to Out-Communicate Misinformation
This episode originally published in May 2024.At the end of 2023, PRSA assembled a group of 25 senior communicators from a wide range of industries, in-house and firms, for an additional meeting, with several follow-up meetings with subj...
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How to Build a Personal Brand That Opens Doors
Personal branding isn’t just for influencers or CEOs—it’s for anyone who wants to stand out, build trust, and create new opportunities. Whether you’re an employee, entrepreneur, or freelancer, the way you present yourself can open d...
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Episode 166
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Why Your PR Plan is Gathering Dust… and How to Fix it
Ever created a PR or communications plan, only to stash it away and forget about it? You’re not alone. Guest Michelle Garrett breaks down why so many businesses struggle to execute their PR strategies—and what they can do to fix it...
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Season 3
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Episode 165
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Executive Storytelling: A New Era for Public Relations
As brands seek to cut through the digital noise, a fascinating trend has emerged: recording conversations with CEOs and decision-makers to create authentic, shareable content that humanizes their leadership.Kendall Breitman shares her in...
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Season 3
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Episode 164
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The Rise of Fractional Leadership: Filling Gaps, Driving Growth
Fractional Leadership is a growing, and possibly permanent, trend of fractional leadership and why it’s becoming a permanent shift in the business world. As organizations face leadership gaps, budget constraints, and rapidly evolving challenges...
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Season 3
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Episode 163
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FLASHBACK SUNDAY - How a Ban on TikTok Might Impact PR and Marketing Pros
TikTok is a powerful social media tool in the United States. About 170 million Americans use the platform and for many marketing and PR agencies it’s the preferred go to tool.The average time on TikTok in 2024, per user, is estimated to ...
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Season 3
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Why Communication is a Navy SEAL’s Greatest Asset
Communication is the most important weapon a Navy SEAL can carry—more vital than physical strength, endurance, or even firepower. I was in Salt Lake City recently at a conference and saw former Navy SEAL William Branum speak. He served ...
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Season 3
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Episode 162
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Soft Power in Public Relations: Persuasion over Pressure
Soft Power. It’s the concept of influence… not control – and it can shape global perceptions, drive brand loyalty, and create lasting impact.In this episode we learn what soft power really means, how it differs from traditional PR, and ...
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Season 3
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Episode 161
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Hawk Tuah: Meme Queen – Crypto Scheme. Fame in the Age of Absurdity
She made the internet howl with one absurd phrase. Haliey Welch, the self-proclaimed “Hawk Tuah Girl,” turned a bizarre street interview viral fame almost overnight. What started as a joke spiraled into a full-blown phenomenon, with mem...
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Season 3
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Episode 160
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Reimagining School Marketing: Partnering, Not Promoting
Rate this podcast with just one click In today’s crowded digital landscape and with marketing budgets tighter than ever, brands are looking for fresh, innovative ways to con...
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Season 3
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Episode 159
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SUNDAY FLASHBACK - Harnessing the Influence of Wikipedia for Your Brand
Wikipedia is one of the top the most-visited websites in the world. Additionally, it has influence. The information on Wikipedia is also disseminated across the web on Google’s Knowledge Graph and associated search page components, quick summar...
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Is AI a Hero or a Villain for Public Relations and Marketing in 2025?
Rate this podcast with just one click Time to explore predictions for the coming year in public relations, marketing, and the evolving role of AI. There are conflicting view...
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Season 3
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Episode 158
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AI Written Poetry is SHOCKINGLY Better Than Human Writers
Rate this podcast with just one click We think we can tell when bots take the pen, When AI spins words again and again. "Deep dives" and "delves" in their usual tone...
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Season 3
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Episode 157
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Why is My CEO so BORING on Social Media?
Rate this podcast with just one click Executives are finally beginning to understand the power of participating in digital channels.“What if I mess up?” “Why...
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Season 3
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Episode 156
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