Best Bored Millennials Podcasts (2024)

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Why Does Everyone Want the Stanley Tumbler??? 12:23

1d ago12:23

12:23

What’s got Karen caught in a Target tizzy of absolute madness? Stanley Cup— that’s who. How did a 110-year-old brand that was barely making a blip on the radar cause mass hysteria overnight? Aidan breaks down the tumbler’s battle-hardy past and explains how, with the help of one little alum from “The Bachelor,” three women on a mission to make Stan…

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251 - Do You Need a Fractional CMO?, with John Jantsch from Duct Tape Marketing 27:05

2d ago27:05

27:05

Do you need a fractional chief marketing officer? But first of all, what does a fractional officer even do? Don’t worry—I’ve got your back as “Duct Tape Marketing” author John Jantsch joins me to break down the entire pros and cons list of fractional CMOs. How can it help your business to grow and scale? And how can the deep marketing experience, c…

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250 - Why You Should Start Using Video Today in Your Marketing, with Chris Savage, Co-Founder & CEO of Wistia 44:01

3d ago44:01

44:01

Are you using your video marketing plan to maximize your brand’s potential? Chris Savage, co-founder and CEO of Wistia, sits down to discuss the power of video in today's marketing landscape. From the importance of storytelling to the changing expectations of B2B videos, Chris shares valuable insights and tips for creating impactful video content. …

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Gen X vs. Millennials 1:18:20

5d ago1:18:20

1:18:20

First, Will and Jon discuss current 1980s news including: 1981's Wizardy is getting a digital makeover 1984's Transformers coming to theaters Transformers One debuts in September Transformers/G.I. Joe mash-up film has been green lit Then, we respond to viral Millennial TikTok videos that invoke the good name of our generation. Introduction - 00:00 …

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The KING of Hot Sauce: the Mastermind Behind Sriracha’s $2.5B Empire 10:46

8d ago10:46

10:46

Food wouldn’t be the same without it. In fact, fried chicken might just drop off the face of the planet forever in its absence. What are we talking about? Only one of the world’s most popular condiments EVER (and sorry ketchup and ranch girlies, your condiment hales in comparison to this spicy topping). With over 20 million bottles a year sold, and…

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249 - A New Way to Go-To-Market, with Jared Fuller, Founder of Nearbound 47:34

9d ago47:34

47:34

Learn how to work smarter, not harder, in your marketing efforts and leverage underinvested channels for maximum success. Jared Fuller, founder of Nearbound.com, joins the conversation with me to discuss the concept of Nearbound and its impact on marketing. Discover why partnering with trusted voices is crucial for building trust with your audience…

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248 - The Hourglass Marketing Funnel, with Heather Horton of Ecrubox Digital 38:56

10d ago38:56

38:56

No. It’s not just your imagination. Customer acquisition costs ARE rising. What can you do to maximize your marketing strategy to keep up with the cost of retention? Heather Horton, CEO and founder of Ecrubox Digital, chats with me about all things customer retention. From optimizing your customer acquisition channels to leveraging customer service…

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80s True Crime: The George Bosque Heist 1:39:10

11d ago1:39:10

1:39:10

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including the new Knight Rider Pinball DLC, and update on the live-action "Thundercats," and The Hollywood Reporter ranked all the "Ghostbusters" in the most egregious way. Then, Will shares the true tale of how George Bosque stole nearly $2 million in 1980 and the crazy thing he did with it. Introductio…

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Interview: Lucinda Dickey 55:19

15d ago55:19

55:19

First, Kat explains why she became a ninja. Then, Will chats with Lucinda Dickey, star of "Breakin'," "Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo" and "Ninja III: The Domination," all of which premiered in 1984. Introduction - 0:00 Interview with Lucinda Dickey - 9:20 Become a patron at www.patreon.com/1980snow. For more episodes of 1980s Now and information ab…

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The Greatest Movie You’ll NEVER See 11:17

15d ago11:17

11:17

If you thought Oppenheimer was hard to get tickets to then you clearly haven’t tried to set your hands on tickets “100 Years.” And even if you do score tix to the elusive Robert Rodriguez/John Malkovich flick, chances 99.9% certain that you’ll be dead before the film premieres. That’s right. DEAD. Is the movie trying to kill you in some sick real-l…

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247 - How AI is Going to Change the Creative Process, with Russ Perry, CEO of Design Pickle 41:05

16d ago41:05

41:05

Did a bot write this or did a human? And does it really matter if you can’t tell the difference? Discover how AI is revolutionizing the creative process and why you can’t afford *not* to jump on the latest marketing bandwagon. Russ Perry, CEO of Design Pickle, joins me to chat about the role of AI in design. We break down the importance of understa…

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246 - Why is Influencer Marketing a Scam? with LondonLaz 44:15

17d ago44:15

44:15

9 out of 10 influencers don’t understand why they got famous. Was it the video about lobsters that made them a hit? Were they not posting as much as they could have? Was there not enough interaction in the comments section? Why do so many influencers fail to comprehend the basics of the algorithm? And is it worth pursuing a view count at the cost o…

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1984: The Best Year in Movies? 1:13:03

20d ago1:13:03

1:13:03

First, Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including: Road House: the most successful Apple movie Kevin Smith's movie set in 1986 Scorpion’s “Rock You Like a Hurricane” was nearly R-Rated Netflix just added these 20 films from 1984 to their catalog Then, Will challenges you and his co-hosts to identify 1984 films from a clue. How many can …

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245 - How This Brand Survives On Mostly Organic Marketing, With Lisa Bubbers, Co-Founder of Studs 35:30

22d ago35:30

35:30

Ear piercing isn’t just about begging for permission from your mom for weeks on end, driving by the local mall, and searching for the nearest Claire’s anymore. Learn how Studs is revolutionizing the ear piercing and earring experience. In this ep, I’m chatting with Lisa Bubbers, Co-Founder and CEO of Studs, as she unpacks her greatest insights into…

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The Most Interesting Campaign in the World? 10:25

23d ago10:25

10:25

Wheaties ask to eat him for breakfast. Bears are warned about encountering him in the wild. Doctors rejected his organs from donation because they were too much for the average man to handle. Who is he? Why, the most interesting man in the world, of course. But more importantly, how did he become a household name? Aidan takes an inside look at the …

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How to Hype Up Your Internal Marketing Efforts (Solo Edition) 12:14

24d ago12:14

12:14

Marketing isn’t just for customers. Find out the best ways to hype up your company from within. In this solo pod, I’m giving my unfiltered thoughts on how to use internal marketing to amp up your external marketing efforts. Find out how to sell the best ideas within your organization, take new marketing initiatives to the next level, and communicat…

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Road House (1989) vs. Road House (2024) 1:28:21

26d ago1:28:21

1:28:21

First, Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including: DNA just solved a 1980s murder DNA testing was discovered in 1984 Ghostbusters is a billion dollar franchise John Williams made a musical mistake in Star Wars Then, the trio compares the original "Road House," starring Patrick Swayze, with the one just released on Amazon Prime starring …

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243 - How to Think About Full Funnel Marketing, With Vibhor Kapoor, Chief Business Officer of NextRoll 38:39

29d ago38:39

38:39

How can marketers strike a balance between brand awareness and long-term thinking? Vibhor Kapoor, Chief Business Officer of NextRoll and former President of Adroll, joins me to discuss the importance of brand purpose and standing out in a crowded market. We explore the concept of full-funnel marketing and the need for a holistic approach that consi…

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The Curious Case of Scotland’s PR Plesiosaur 10:13

1M ago10:13

10:13

Aye! Listen up ya eejits because Aidan here is about to tell ye a tale of a bonnie lass named Nessie, and a marketing stunt that fooled the world twice o’er. How did the town of Inverness rise to fame? And how did a tall tale of a monster in the local loch capture the imagination of the entire world? Aidan unpacks the myth of the Loch Ness monster,…

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242 - Influencer Brand Hits and Misses with Stefani O'Sullivan, Head of Marketing at Staud 38:51

1M ago38:51

38:51

What does it take to become a successful fashion brand in today's market? According to Stefani O'Sullivan, Head of Marketing at Staud, it's all about having a purpose-driven mission and relying on a great product and brand. In this episode, Stephanie shares her insights on building a successful brand, the importance of understanding your customers,…

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The Curious Origin of Prince's 1999 1:24:32

1M ago1:24:32

1:24:32

First, Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including: New live-action Popeye movie John Mellencamp is mad again The best place to get abducted by aliens The people most likely to get abducted by aliens First look at "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" Then, in true crime fashion, Will shares the tale of how Prince was inspired to write the title tra…

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How a 26 Year Old Created Cycling’s Greatest Marketing Spectacle 9:44

1M ago9:44

9:44

Lance Armstrong might be the first name you think of when you hear the words, “Tour de France,” and sure, he’s certainly a marketing genius in his own right, but he isn’t anywhere near the same level as the OG marketer who turned the French cycling event into the marketing sensation it became. Who is the mystery man behind France’s biggest sports t…

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241 - The Ultimate Guide to Launching Products, with “Ready to Launch” Podcast Crew 57:26

1M ago57:26

57:26

Join my LinkedIn besties/kickass product marketers Tamara Grominsky, Andy McCotter-Bicknell, and Jason Oakley, hosts of the podcast, “Ready for Launch,” as they take a deep dive into the world of product launches with me. We’re chatting about everything product marketing and unleashing the BEST tips out there to help you nail your product launch fr…

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240 - What Most Marketers Don’t Know About the Cialdini Principles, with Bas Wouters, CEO of Cialdini Institute 33:17

1M ago33:17

33:17

There are only a few episodes of The Marketing Millennials left, and you seriously cannot afford to miss the incredible surprises I have in store for these jam-packed last few episodes. Seriously, EVERYONE I’ve talked to has said that these next eps are some of the ABSOLUTE BEST they’ve heard. Well err—full disclosure— this is nowhere near the end …

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1980s News: Field of Dreams, Batman Villains, Ke Huy Quan 1:02:41

1M ago1:02:41

1:02:41

Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including: Brent Spiner returns to Night Court Did Robert Downey, Jr. snub 80s favorite Ke Huy Quan? Twins star reunite to fight Batman Field of Dreams lampooned and Kevin Costner reacts Are teens afraid of nuclear war? Subscribe to our YouTube chan…

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A True American Origin Story 9:19

1M ago9:19

9:19

Ah, America. Some might say there’s nothing more patriotic than flags, fireworks, and country music, but for Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs, nothing spells “American Patriot” harder than the man who can shove the most weiners into his mouth. In this solo pod, my BFF, Aidan Brannigan, reveals the story of how four Polish immigrants created one of America’…

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239 - How to Use AI to Level Up Your Content Distribution, with Ross Simmonds 43:01

1M ago43:01

43:01

As marketers, it’s easy to think AI is our #1 enemy. But what if I told you, it’s actually your secret superpower? Stop thinking about AI as your arch-nemesis and start thinking of it as your new best friend. Ross Simmonds, the mastermind digital strategist behind some of the biggest SaaS and cloud companies in the world and the current founder of …

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238 - How to Capture and Keep Your Audience’s Attention Using Neuroscience, with Ted Harrison 45:47

2M ago45:47

45:47

What does a former Twitter insider believe about the future of capturing the short-form attention span? Sorry. What was that first sentence? I was writing this on my mobile. When it comes to short-form content, you’re competing with everyone on their phone all the time—and platforms who capture your attention the fastest possess all the power. Toda…

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1980s News: Chilean Star Wars, Superman and More 1:18:51

2M ago1:18:51

1:18:51

Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including: 03:12 - Hulk Hogan saved someone 11:40 - Chilean Star Wars rules galaxy 23:10 - Anthony Daniels is selling C3PO stuff 28:15 - Macabre “Beatles collectible” not auctioned 34:40 - A favorite GenX treat has been discontinued 46:10 - Indiana …

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Forever 80s with Liz Worth 49:35

2M ago49:35

49:35

Will chats with author and podcaster Liz Worth (host of "Forever 80s Podcast") about her quest to uncover our continued fascination with the 1980s. Become a patron at www.patreon.com/1980snow. Email us at will@1980snow.com or kat@1980snow.com. Listen to "Forever 80s Podcast" here. Get "Treat Me Like Dirt" here. Learn more about Liz here.…

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237 - Rare Beauty’s Marketing, with CMO Katie Welch 28:37

2M ago28:37

28:37

Discover the secrets behind the success of Selena Gomez’s Rare Beauty, as Ari Murray talks with Katie Welch, the CMO of Rare Beauty in this live recording from Marketingland. Learn how Rare Beauty leveraged social media, particularly TikTok, to fuel the popularity of their products and engage with their superfan community. How has Rare Beauty manag…

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Ryan Reynolds Built a $350M Fortune off the Back of Stellar Marketing 10:39

2M ago10:39

10:39

Pedro Pascal might be America’s favorite Daddy, but that didn’t stop Ryan Reynolds from becoming the world’s biggest marketing Zaddy with his wit, charm, and killer entrepreneurial instincts that managed to dominate pop culture over the last ten years. How did this once B-list comedian manage to rise to the top of the pop culture game? Aidan breaks…

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236 - Deep Dive into How to Think About Your Marketing Metrics, with Jordan Narducci, Head of Ecommerce, Momentous 40:45

2M ago40:45

40:45

This week, Daniel’s chatting with Jordan Narducci, Head of E-Commerce and Digital Marketing for Momentous about the metrics that can take your marketing game to the next level. Jordan shares his insights on attribution models, retention strategies, and the power of data-driven decision-making. Discover how Momentous, a nutritional brand intent on d…

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80s Music and Your Memory 1:15:40

2M ago1:15:40

1:15:40

Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including: Sony acquires the "Cola Wars" movie Did Road House reboot use AI? Wonka event makes children cry Then, we discuss the power (and science) of music to transport us back to moments from our youths. And we share songs to try and evoke your m…

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235 - Why Storytelling is a Powerful Marketing Strategy, With Jake Karls, Founder of Mid-Day Squares 33:07

2M ago33:07

33:07

Your brand means nothing if it can’t stand out from the competition. So quit trying to blend in and start telling your audience a great story. Daniel sits down with Jake Karls, co-founder of Mid-Day Squares, to discuss the power of storytelling in marketing. Discover how Mid-Day Squares built its brand with storytelling at the forefront, allowing i…

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234 - How to Better Understand Your Audience, with Patricia Rollins, Head of Marketing for Typeform 33:00

2M ago33:00

33:00

Forms. They may not be the first thing you think of when it comes to marketing, but did you know they’re secretly one of the most powerful tools in your marketing arsenal? Patricia Rollins, Head of Marketing at Typeform, chats with Daniel about how Typeform managed to modernize the survey form by harnessing the power of a customer-centric approach.…

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233 - Crafting Great Performance-Driven Creative, with John Solomon, CMO of Therabody 42:09

2M ago42:09

42:09

Creative is great, but… If it doesn’t drive performance, what are you doing? Take it from Therabody CMO, John Solomon, the mastermind pioneering Theragun from a one-product wonder into a multi-pronged company intent on expanding its product offerings, when he says, all creative must push performance. He dives into the complexities of driving busine…

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GenX and "Distraction" Media 1:08:48

2M ago1:08:48

1:08:48

Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including: David Lee Roth prodded Sammy Hagar Salem's Lot may never see daylight Draft Star Wars script sold at auction Then, we discuss the current (and potential future) state of media and ask whether the 1980s was part of that evolution. Finally,…

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The Mighty 690 with Alexander Hamilton Cherin 28:47

2M ago28:47

28:47

Will chats with author Alexander Hamilton Cherin about his new novel "The Mighty Six-Ninety (690)." It's a fictionalized account of actual events that transpired in Southern California during the Summer of 1981. A struggling AM radio station buried $50,000 in cash and gave its listeners clues as to its location, one a day, until the money was found…

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232 - Ecommerce Trends for 2024 and Beyond, with Eric Dyck 40:12

2M ago40:12

40:12

Are you looking for strategies to improve your brand's storytelling and marketing efforts? Eric Dyck, President of the DTC Newsletter, shares his insights on the importance of storytelling and how it can be integrated into every aspect of your brand, dissecting the evolving landscape of social media platforms and the opportunities they present for …

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231 - Influencer Marketing Trends to Pay Attention to, with Dikla Bengio 37:47

2M ago37:47

37:47

Influencer marketing is all about one thing: relationships. If you don’t start treating your creators more like long-term partnerships and friends, then you’re doing a disservice to both them and your business. So how can you ensure you’re on the path to building the most successful influencer relationships possible? Dikla Bengio, Partnerships Team…

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230 - The Marketing Genius Behind One of E-Commerce's Top-Selling Supplements, with Albert Matheny 39:09

2M ago39:09

39:09

How did Promix rise to the top of the supplement food chain to become one of the buzziest, most popular health brands around? Founder Albert Matheny stops by to chat with Daniel about how the brand managed to stand out in an oversaturated health food market, revealing his personal journey into the supplement world and divulging his best insights in…

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Another 1980s One-Hit Wonder Challenge 1:13:33

2M ago1:13:33

1:13:33

Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including: Richard Marx chastises concertgoer "Fast Car" is a hit (again) Billy Mitchell settles "cheater" lawsuit Then, Kat challenges us to identify 80s one-hit wonders by a clip and a clue. And she asks the harder question: Was the artist really …

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You Cannot Mess This Up with Amy Weinland Daughters 49:22

2M ago49:22

49:22

Will, Kat and Jon discuss whether they'd like to travel back to their youths and what they'd try and accomplish. Then, Will chats with author Amy Weinland Daughters about her award-winning book "You Cannot Mess This Up: A True Story That Never Happened." Introduction - 0:00 Interview - 14:10 Become a patron at www.patreon.com/1980snow. For more epi…

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How The Eyewear Industry is Lying to You 8:08

2M ago8:08

8:08

You can’t think of eyewear now without the brand Warby Parker coming to mind. But it wasn’t always that way. Before Warby Parker reigned supreme, Luxottica owned a monopoly over the eyewear industry. So how did Warby Parker manage to defy the odds and capture the loyalty of a nation? Aidan’s revealing Warby Parker’s masterclass playbook in undercut…

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229 - How to Create a Go-to-Market Strategy, with David Malpass 41:16

2M ago41:16

41:16

Discover the secrets to successful go-to-market strategies and product-led growth with David Malpass, the SVP of Apollo, as he shares his experiences and insights on reinventing the wheel, understanding and implementing products, and creating word-of-mouth through content, branding, and community. Learn how to set up a strong go-to-market foundatio…

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228 - How to Build Authority on LinkedIn, with Mark Jung 49:30

2M ago49:30

49:30

Consistency is 80% of the battle when it comes to making it to the top of LinkedIn. So aside from showing up day in and day out, how else can you build authority and become a top voice on the platform? Daniel and Mark Jung, founder of Authority, discuss the strategies and tactics to grow your following and establish yourself as an authentic creator…

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80s True Crime: Donkey Kong Cheater Caught 1:17:46

3M ago1:17:46

1:17:46

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including Richard Marx chastises concertgoer, Tracy Chapman finally has a no.1 song, and Billy Mitchell settles his defamation case. Then, Will shares the true tale of how Todd Rogers, the former video game champion, was caught cheating (allegedly). Introduction - 00:00 Announements - 7:30 1980s News - 0…

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The Thing Expanded with Robin Block 53:03

3M ago53:03

53:03

Will, Kat and Jon share their thoughts about John Carpenter's "The Thing" (1982). What terrified Will and Jon brings laughter to Kat. Then, Will chats with Robin Block, CEO and Executive Producer at CreatorVC, about their forthcoming "expanded" documentary about the cult-classic thriller. Introduction - 0:00 Interview - 14:50 Become a patron at www…

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How This Brand Became the #1 Arctic Apparel Brand Around World 8:39

3M ago8:39

8:39

It may not be Versace, Balenciaga, or Gucci, but that doesn’t mean it’s still not one of the world’s most coveted brands around. Who is it? Canada Goose. And it’s the choice apparel of dog sledders, Arctic Circle explorers, and heli-skiers alike. In this solo pod, Aidan reveals the marketing genius behind the Canadian outwear brand that rebranded i…

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