Episode description

The Invisible Machine Behind Celebrity Stories

Overview
In this episode, Molly explores how celebrity stories are crafted and shaped behind the scenes, examining the key players and mechanisms that drive celebrity narratives in media.

Case Studies Discussed

• Meghan Markle's Brand Relaunch
• Taylor Swift/Blake Lively Situation
• Ryan Reynolds & Blake Lively

Additional Resources Mentioned

• Vanity Fair article "American Hustle" (February 2025 edition)
• Previous episode (#299) on Taylor Swift distancing from Blake Lively
• PR Breakdown Substack: prbreakdown.media

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