Topic: Pr Strategy

The media's attempt to humanize King Charles III through anecdotes about his school plays and humor is criticized as being contrary to the traditional "supra-human" status of a monarch. The hosts argue that a King should remain above the common people to maintain the institution's dignity. They predict that the public will be much more enthusiastic about the eventual coronation of William and Kate.

A PR briefing for the Assad interview highlights the reach of the ABC News and Yahoo partnership, claiming access to 100 million people. The document outlines key talking points including the Syrian crackdown and army defectors.

Adam Curry reviews the book "The Obamas" by Jodi Kantor, which he characterizes as a slick PR effort by the New York Times and the administration to humanize the First Family. He argues the book is designed to counter "reptilian" perceptions and solidify narratives about the President's background. He advises listeners not to buy the book, calling it "sickening" collusion.

Reports from Hollywood circles suggest Sandra Bullock was aware of Jesse James's infidelity six months prior to their public split. She allegedly kept the information secret until after the Academy Awards to ensure her chances of winning an Oscar were not compromised by a personal scandal.

While on a flight, a PR proposal for Skype was observed on a passenger's laptop, detailing a plan to claim email is being replaced by VoIP and IM. The strategy involves using data from Harris Interactive to support these claims and a partnership with Hearst Media. The plan also positions Skype as a platform for presidential candidates to communicate with constituents.