bp’s Big Problem

Podcast: Communication Breakdown · Observatory on Corporate Reputation LLC

Opublikowano: 2026-06-04

In this episode of Communication Breakdown, hosts Steve Dowling and Craig Carroll return to BP’s boardroom battle with former chairman Albert Manifold. After being dismissed over governance, oversight, and conduct concerns, Manifold fires back with a nearly 800-word statement accusing BP of mischaracterizing his behavior and framing himself as a disciplined reformer focused on shareholder value. Steve and Craig examine how Manifold is trying mto prevent BP’s version of events from becoming the only version, while BP’s restrained response risks leaving a narrative vacuum. The conversation also brings in Craig’s justice framework, including distributive, procedural, interpersonal, and info...