In this episode of The Law of Relevancy, host Cordes Owen of Bake More Pies teams up with Tampa Bay Business & Wealth Publisher Bridgette Bello, employment attorney William Grob of Ogletree Deakins, and Brendan Weinhold, Partner at Fallston Group—a national crisis leadership and communications firm.
Together, the panel dives into the now-viral “Coldplay-Gate” controversy surrounding Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and the reputational fallout that followed. We break down what went wrong, how it played out in both the court of law and the court of public opinion, and what companies can learn from it.
We also explore:
- Why every organization needs a crisis communications plan
- The role of a crisis leadership firm in high-stakes situations
- How legal strategy and public messaging must work hand-in-hand
- The importance of training and preparedness before a crisis hits
- Whether you’re a business leader, communications pro, or just curious about the headlines, this episode offers real insight into how to manage reputation when everything is on the line
