

221: Top 10 Public Relations Crises of 2022
In this episode, discussing some of the worst PR crises that happened in 2022 based on an informal poll on Twitter.
It's no secret that 2022 was a year full of PR disasters. From celebrities getting caught up in scandals to brands making massive mistakes, here are some of the worst PR crises that happened last year.
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
What are some of the worst PR crises that happened in 2022? - Twitter 12/27/22
The Top 10 PR Crises in 2022 - Tik Tok 1/2/2023
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