Episode 39 - No Freedom of Speech, No PR Profession

2025-09-24

For those of us in public relations, Charlie Kirk’s death should ring our bell. Without freedom of speech, there is no PR profession. That’s a fact. Today’s episode breaks down this point into four key areas where freedom of speech is vital to the existence of our profession – and in how PR is effectively practiced. We’ll also cover insights from international students studying PR in the United States, and tackle the question about recent employee firings and what they signal for anyone represent...

For those of us in public relations, Charlie Kirk’s death should ring our bell. Without freedom of speech, there is no PR profession. That’s a fact.

Today’s episode breaks down this point into four key areas where freedom of speech is vital to the existence of our profession – and in how PR is effectively practiced.

We’ll also cover insights from international students studying PR in the United States, and tackle the question about recent employee firings and what they signal for anyone representing an employer’s brand or responsibility to the community.

Finally, we'll wrap up with a relevant book recommendation that anyone in PR leadership should read.

There’s a lot to unpack in this episode, so get ready to take some notes.

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