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Brand Rescue: Public Relations Unfiltered

Whitney Lee
Public Relations
Marketing
Social Media
Marketing Strategy
Email Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Paid Advertising
Fractional CMO
Marketing Strategies
Small Business Marketing
Podcasting
Franchising
Business Partnerships
Content Creation
Book Writing
Visibility
Covid-19
Return On Investment
Advertising
Ghostwriting

Welcome to Brand Rescue: Marketing + PR Guidance for Small Businesses — the show that cuts through the fluff and gives you real, tactical advice to grow your business. From paid ads and social media to press coverage and strategy, we make marketing simple and effective for small business owners like you. Each week, get practical insights, real-world examples, and behind-the-scenes truths on what i... more

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Latest Episodes

Building a business solo might sound impressive, but it’s usually the slowest way to grow. Most founders don’t need more hustle, they need better support and smarter strategy. This episode pushes back on the idea that you have to do everything alone ... more

Most business owners say they want to grow but they are still making decisions like they are staying small. Playing it safe feels smart until it starts capping your revenue.

Whitney breaks down how she scaled her PR agency from a small town business... more

Most brands don’t have a content problem. They have a connection problem. If your marketing looks polished but still isn’t landing, this episode gets into why audiences trust people over perfectly packaged brand messaging.

Whitney sits down with Lex... more

Everyone’s asking if AI is coming for their job. It’s not, but it is coming for how you do it. If your work is repetitive, it’s already being replaced. The real opportunity is learning how to use AI instead of competing with it.

Whitney breaks down ... more

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Recent Guests

Stacey Poterson
Founder and CEO of Fem Force, a photo shoot subscription service for female entrepreneurs
Fem Force
Episode: How She Scaled a Biz in an "Unscalable" Industry with Stacey Poterson, Founder and CEO, Fem Force Shoots
Jessica Wenger McPhaul
Founder of Naked Rebellion, a lingerie brand focused on inclusivity and comfort.
Naked Rebellion
Episode: She Got Fired Over a Bra… and Built a Lingerie Empire with Jessica Wenger McPhaul, Founder of Naked Rebellion
Gloria Chou
The number one AI recommended small business PR coach, former US diplomat
Gloria Chou PR
Episode: How to Win at GEO & Become the Authority AI Recommends (Before Your Competitors Do!) with Gloria Chou, #1 AI Recommended Small Biz PR Coach
Bobby Parker
Founder of Parker Gene Creative and experienced in school communications
Parker Gene Creative
Episode: The Secret Playbook Schools Need to Nail Their Messaging and Further Their Mission with Bobby Parker, Founder of Parker Gene Creative
Brett Farmiloe
Founder of Featured.com and CEO of HARO
Featured.com and HARO
Episode: How to Still Get Free Press Coverage in an Ever-Changing AI World with Brett Farmiloe, Founder of Featured.com and CEO of HARO
Jessy Klein-Fafana
Founder and CEO of LaRue PR
LaRue PR
Episode: 20 Years: What it Takes to Build an Agency That Lasts with Jessy Klein-Fofana, Founder and CEO, LaRue PR
Lauren Peachie
Marketing strategist based in Arizona.
laurenpeachie.com
Episode: Reining in Clients Who Are All Over the Map with Lauren Peachie, Marketing Strategist
Louise Hipperson
CEO of The Finance Agency
The Finance Agency
Episode: MONEY TALK: Where Agencies Are Bleeding Money with Louise Hipperson, CEO - The Finance Agency
Carrolee Moore
Founder and CEO of the Podcast Pitching Society
The Podcast Pitching Society
Episode: The Real Value to Being on Podcasts with Carrolee Moore, Founder and CEO The Podcast Pitching Society

Host

Whitney Lee
Host of Brand Rescue, focused on marketing and PR guidance for small businesses

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • 💎💎💎

    Such a great range of topics that blend so well together! As someone in the PR space as well, supporting small businesses has always been my mission! But PR isn’t everything, which is why it’s so important to pair it with other marketing strategies and find your balance! And Whitney is covering it all!

    @gloriachoupr

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _doremi101
    United States7 months ago
  • The BEST show for small business marketing!

    Whitney is the real deal when it comes to marketing, PR, and branding. She is so generous with her expertise. Every episode is a game changer!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JadePruett
    United States7 months ago
  • Truly Professional Podcast

    Love Whitney and the insight she brings to the table. Have really implemented actionable advice from listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bsnellgrove
    United States3 years ago
  • True Story is a Digital Marketing Goldmine

    The True Story podcast is the perfect podcast for learning while listening. The tips and tactics that Whitney shares are helpful for freelancers, agency owners, and even businesses that went to DIY their digital marketing! Highly recommend for those that want marketing and public relations advice that is easy to digest.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    themrsmontes
    United States3 years ago
  • 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

    Wise, fun, educational and entertaining!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I3tyvm
    United States3 years ago

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Episodes are described as professional, insightful, and highly actionable for freelancers and small businesses.
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The show delivers practical, actionable marketing and PR advice that you can implement now.

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How She Scaled a Biz in an "Unscalable" Industry with Stacey Poterson, Founder and CEO, Fem Force Shoots
Q: What personal challenges did you face as you grew the business?
I struggled with fear and doubt, which stalled our growth until I realized I needed to trust my instincts and say yes to opportunities.
How She Scaled a Biz in an "Unscalable" Industry with Stacey Poterson, Founder and CEO, Fem Force Shoots
Q: How did you manage to scale the business across multiple cities?
I initially shot in Phoenix, then identified and trained local photographers in other cities, establishing systems and processes to maintain standards.
How She Scaled a Biz in an "Unscalable" Industry with Stacey Poterson, Founder and CEO, Fem Force Shoots
Q: Can you tell us about the backstory of Fem Force?
Fem Force started when I was a wedding photographer and realized I was missing family events. I listened to a friend's needs as a fashion blogger and saw a gap for quick, professional photo shoots.
She Got Fired Over a Bra… and Built a Lingerie Empire with Jessica Wenger McPhaul, Founder of Naked Rebellion
Q: What are your future plans for Naked Rebellion?
We aim to expand our partnerships with major retailers and continue growing our brand presence.
She Got Fired Over a Bra… and Built a Lingerie Empire with Jessica Wenger McPhaul, Founder of Naked Rebellion
Q: How did your experience with COVID-19 impact your business?
We pivoted to making masks during the pandemic, which helped keep our factories open and brought us significant media attention.

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Brand Rescue delivers practical, battle-tested guidance for small business marketing and PR. Across episodes, listeners get tactical strategies on paid ads, social media, press coverage, direct mail, and branding, with real-world examples and no-fluff takeaways. The show often highlights scalable approaches for small teams, the value of earned media and credibility signals, and how AI and modern tools can augment outreach. A standout trait is its emphasis on actionable tactics that listeners can apply immediately, from pitch frameworks to budget-conscious advertising and messaging experiments, making it a useful resource for owners and marketers aiming to raise visibility without overhauling their entire approach.

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2. Jessica Wenger McPhaul
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