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Thanksgiving Controversies Unpacking the Debates Around the Holiday Captain Killjoy here, for balance - I think it's always worth exploring both sides of the coin when covering topics, so I have had a bit of a look at some of the debates around thanksgiving.Thanksgiving might be a beloved tradition for millions, but like many widely
Thanksgiving in Marketing Strategies for Success If you’re marketing products or services in the United States, Thanksgiving presents a golden opportunity. This beloved holiday, centred around family, gratitude, and tradition, offers unique ways to connect with audiences on a cultural, emotional, and commercial level.Last year I published an episode of the Marketing Made Clear Podcast
The Death of MTV How Music Television Faded to Black (and Why It Might Rise Again) Once upon a time, if you wanted to know what was cool, you didn’t scroll - you tuned in. You flicked to MTV, sat cross-legged on the carpet, and waited for the next video to roll. Madonna, Nirvana, Blur,
Why the Best Adverts Appeal to Both System One and System Two Thinking Understanding the psychology of fast and slow decision-making in marketing When we talk about how consumers respond to advertising, it’s tempting to believe that decisions are made through cool, rational analysis. Price points, product features, and comparative benefits seem like the
The Power of Rebellion: What Guy Fawkes Can Teach Marketers About Guerrilla Campaigns From The Economist to BrewDog, Banksy to Benetton - how defiance became one of marketing’s most explosive strategies If the 5th of November celebrates the failure of a rebellion, then the 6th should celebrate the marketing of it. Guy Fawkes’ legend -
Guy Fawkes The Man, the Myth, and the Marketing of a Martyr Every 5th of November, Britain lights up the night sky in fiery remembrance of a plot that failed spectacularly. The Gunpowder Plot of 1605 is one of those rare historical moments that managed to evolve beyond its political context into something resembling a
Preparing for Black Friday and Cyber Monday: Lessons from Amazon, ASOS, Apple and Gymshark How top brands mastered Black Friday - and what marketers can learn from the chaos of Currys, Argos, and Patagonia Each November, the marketing world braces for the annual spending hurricane that is Black Friday and Cyber Monday. What began as
What’s the Average UK Marketing Salary in 2025? By Role, Region, and Trends If you’re in marketing (or thinking of getting into marketing), one of the questions you always ask is: “How much can I earn?” Whether you’re a fresh marketing assistant, an experienced manager, heading a team or eyeing the director badge, it’s important
Día de los Muertos: How Brands Celebrate the Day of the Dead (Without Losing Their Souls) From Nike’s ‘Con Mi Familia’ to Modelo’s AR murals - how brands have embraced Mexico’s most colourful celebration while walking the fine line between respect and appropriation. Every year from 31 October to 2 November, Mexico celebrates Día de
Halloween in Tokyo, Japan From Cosplay Crossings to Pumpkin KitKats: How Japan Reinvented Halloween If Christmas in Tokyo is marked by neon illuminations and Valentine’s Day by chocolate, then Halloween is best described as a dazzling mix of cosplay, nightlife, and cultural reinvention. Japan may not have a long history with the holiday, but Tokyo
