Spring Break Bonanza

Communication Breakdown · Apr 2, 2026 · 26m

In this episode of Communication Breakdown, Steve Dowling and Craig Carroll revisit key moments from the first quarter, focusing on how companies responded to politically charged events and public pressure. They examine the contrast between vague, low-risk corporate statements and decisive, values-driven action, using examples like a group of Minnesota CEOs, Capgemini, and media framing from Axios. The discussion centers on corporate responses to ICE enforcement actions and what those responses reveal about alignment, risk tolerance, and credibility. For communications leaders, the episode…