SEATTLE PR NEWS: Fearless voices
Over the years, we at Fearey have become a recognized authority in the PR space. It’s one reason we are the go-to source for insights in the marketing and communications field. Our comprehensive knowledge is the product of our uncommon curiosity, and we’re proud to share perspectives with you here.
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PR Failure #47: Cracker Barrel of Monkeys and Brand Missteps
					
			
																				
			Aaron Blank		
				
																						
			September 10, 2025		
				
		
		
			Cracker Barrel, established in 1969 as a favorite comfort food spot created from charm and antique Americana, attempted to do a rebrand in late August. Suddenly gone was the “Old Timer,” based on the founder’s Uncle Herschel, a friendly if fussy figure (for a logo) ...		
					
					
														
									
								
													
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PR Failure #48: Words that Just Won’t Work at Work (or Anywhere)
					
			
																				
			Aaron Blank		
				
																						
			October 14, 2025		
				
		
		
			Imagine your CEO strides into an all-hands meeting meant to motivate. But instead of vision, you hear a clutch of common clichés—we’re going to circle ...		
					
					
														
									
								
													
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						PR Failure #46: You Meant: 😊, They Heard: 😬 — The Emoji Gap in the Workplace
					
			
																				
			Aaron Blank		
				
																						
			August 6, 2025		
				
		
		
			They’re small, they’re pixelated, and they might cost your brand more than you think. When computer scientist Scott Fahlman first suggested using 🙂 or 🙁 ...		
					
					
														
									
								
													
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						PR Failure #45: When the Machine Makes a Mistake
					
			
																				
			Aaron Blank		
				
																						
			June 30, 2025		
				
		
		
			AI is the shiny new(ish) tool and buzz word that we’re all still trying to figure out. We know it can save time, and it ...		
					
					
														
									
								
													
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						AI Usage in PR Campaigns for Nonprofits
					
			
																				
			Jacque Gairrett		
				
																						
			June 9, 2025		
				
		
		
			A few years ago, a meaningful brand study came out illustrating that we are in an “age of cynicism.” Fast forward to now with the ...		
					
					
														
									
								
													
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