No one trusts you. Yet.
In a world where anyone can start a brand, trust is your biggest advantage, and social proof is how you earn it.
In this episode, Avery breaks down how to use reviews, comments, and community interaction to make your ads more believable, your customers more confident, and your brand more human.
From reputation building to leveraging social proof across every stage of the funnel, this episode is your roadmap to making people actually believe you.
Trust isn’t bought. It’s built.
#AdventurousPodcast #DTC #SocialProof #BrandTrust #EcommerceMarketing #DigitalAdvertising #AdStrategy #CreativeTesting #MarketingTips
00:00 — Introduction and Why No One Trusts You (Yet)
02:45 — How DTC Changed Trust Forever
05:00 — You’re Not a Person, You’re a Brand
10:00 — Building Social Proof That Converts
20:00 — Turning Comments Into Conversions
26:00 — Trust Isn’t Bought. It’s Built.
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We’re in the thick of Q4.
AKA, the most chaotic, high-stakes, and exciting time of the year for ecommerce brands. In this episode, Avery breaks down the best practices for crafting sale ads that actually work during peak season.
From keeping your offer simple to balancing scrappy and polished creative, staying prepared for last-minute pivots, and nailing your post-click experience, this episode is your quick-hit checklist for ads that convert.
Breathe, simplify, and make it sell.
#Q4Marketing #EcommerceTips #AdCreative #BlackFridayAds #CyberMonday #DTCTips #MarketingPodcast #PerformanceMarketing #CreativeStrategy #MetaAds #DigitalAdvertising #BrandGrowth #AdventurousPodcast #PilotHouse #AveryValerio #SaleStrategy #Q4Sales #MarketingBestPractices #AdOptimization #EcommerceMarketing
0:00 — Introduction
2:00 — Keep It Simple: The Power of Clear Offers
7:00 — Build a Full Creative Range (Scrappy to Polished)
11:00 — Be Prepared: Ads for Every Scenario
14:00 — Don’t Forget Post-Click Strategy
18:00 — Slow Down, Analyze, and Enjoy Q4
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There’s a fine line between standing out and turning people off. In this episode, Avery unpacks the difference between differentiation and alienation—and why brands that mistake one for the other risk losing relevance fast.From Refy’s “Iconic Never Gets Old” campaign to the downfall of try-hard “pick-me” branding, Avery explores how intention, optimism, and care separate the brands that build connection from the ones that repel it.#MarketingPodcast #BrandStrategy #CreativeMarketing #Differentiation #BrandBuilding #AdventurousPod #DTCPodcast #MarketingTrends #BrandIdentity #ContentStrategy #Advertising #RefiBeauty #AveryValerio #EcommerceMarketing #MarketingInsights #CulturalBranding #BrandVoice #MarketingCommunity #SocialMediaStrategy #CreativeStrategy
00:00 — Introduction: Differentiation vs. Alienation - The Fine Line Every Brand Walks02:00 — Pumpkin Spice, Pick-Me Energy, and the Problem With “Relatable” Brands06:00 — Refy’s “Iconic Never Gets Old” Campaign Breakdown07:00 — Why Aging (and Evolving) Is the Ultimate Brand Advantage19:00 — How to Stand Out Without Turning People Off28:00 — Differentiation Is Hope; Alienation Is FearWork with Pilothouse: https://www.pilothouse.co/get-in-touch?utm_source=dtc&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=e&rPodcastSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DTCPodcastSubscribe to DTC: https://www.directtoconsumer.co/Listen to DTC Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dtcpodcast
Winning ads start with strong angles.
In this episode, Aves Valerio breaks down her “Try-Angle Method” for developing ad angles that connect across personas, platforms, and funnel stages.
From spotting the difference between features and benefits, to avoiding the trap of “just vibes” creative, you’ll learn how to build angles that scale and keep working long-term.
#AdventurousPodcast #MarketingAngles #DTCMarketing #AdStrategy #CreativeStrategy #DigitalMarketing #AdCreative #MediaBuying #GrowthMarketing #EcommerceMarketing #ContentStrategy #MarketingTips #BrandStrategy #Advertising
0:00 — Introduction
2:00 — Why vibes and aesthetics alone won’t scale your brand
5:00 — Back to strategy: personas, segmentation, and angle psychology
9:00 — Features vs. benefits: the foundation of strong angles
21:00 — Introducing the Try-Angle Method (upside-down triangle framework)
26:00 — Middle-funnel angles: creating curiosity and avoiding insider lingo
34:00 — Testing angles the right way (and why most brands waste them)
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What’s holding so many founders and marketers back? Fear of being “cringe.”In this episode of Ad-venturous, Aves breaks down why cringe culture is killing creativity, how authenticity fuels community, and why your next stage of growth might be waiting on the other side of Cringe Mountain.You’ll hear:Why “trying too hard” is actually a superpower.How founder-led content drives brand scale.The mindset shifts that help you post, build, and sell without fear.#Adventurous #Podcast #MarketingPodcast #DTC #DirectToConsumer #BrandBuilding #CringeCulture #Authenticity #FounderLed #ContentStrategy #CommunityBuilding #MarketingMindset #CreativeStrategy #FearlessBrands #ScaleWithAuthenticity0:00 – Introduction3:00 – Effort Over Talent10:00 – Redefining Cringe22:00 – Authenticity That Scales28:00 – Breaking Through Cringe MountainWork with Pilothouse: https://www.pilothouse.co/get-in-touch?utm_source=dtc&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=e&rPodcastSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DTCPodcastSubscribe to DTC: https://www.directtoconsumer.co/Listen to DTC Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dtcpodcast
Want to stop creating ads in chaos and start building content that actually scales? In this episode of Ad-venturous, Aves shares her proven creative workflow system, including the monthly ads planner she uses with high-scale brands at Pilothouse.
You’ll learn how to:
Plus, Aves walks through her daily and monthly planning tools, why creative is a “muscle” you can train, and how to make sure your content never drifts from strategy.
#CreativeWorkflow #AdCreative #MarketingStrategy #ContentPlanning #CreativeProcess #WorkflowHacks #DTCPodcast #PerformanceMarketing #EcommerceGrowth #AdOptimization #MediaBuying #MarketingGrowth #ProductivityTips #CreativeTools #MarketingWorkflow #ContentStrategy #AdsThatScale
0:00 Introduction
2:00 Why monthly creative analysis beats week-to-week thinking
5:00 Creativity as a muscle: building consistency through reps
10:00 Inside the Monthly Ads Planner: planning, brainstorming, and lookbacks
13:00 Top ads, bottom ads, and “spicy ads” — how to learn from all three
22:00 From idea overload to execution: killing your darlings & prioritizing
30:00 Postmortems that turn chaos into clarity for future campaigns
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Here’s how to win Q4 without burning out your ad budget. Aves breaks down why creative diversity beats raw volume on Meta and walks through the exact workflows to keep your top of funnel fresh and converting.
You’ll learn:
Build a diverse creative engine, lower fatigue, and scale with confidence.
Want hands-on help for Q4? Visit pilothouse.co and mention Ad-venturous.
#adcreative #dtcmarketing #q4strategy #creativediversity #metamarketing #media buying #digitalads #ecommercemarketing #adcreativeinspiration #adstrategy #brandgrowth #adtesting #socialads #facebookads #tiktokads #ugccontent #creativeiteration #marketingpodcast #onlinemarketing #directtoconsumer
00:00 – Introduction: Why creative diversity beats volume this Q4
05:00 – Hook Lab: testing 3–5 second openings
15:00 – Scenario playbook: high cost, low conv., high engagement
32:00 – Static ↔ Video swaps that scale
42:00 – Daily workflow for building creative diversity
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AI isn’t going anywhere, but does it really have a place in creative work? In this episode of Ad-venturous, we break down the buzzy conversation around “taste” in marketing and why it might be the wrong skill to obsess over.
Using Julia Child and Anna Wintour as case studies, we explore the difference between taste (personal, subjective, and often a privilege) and discernment (the ability to judge and make the right calls for your brand). From Liquid Death’s scrappy AI campaigns to Diptyque’s artistry-driven ethos, we’ll look at how brands can, and should, decide when generative AI makes sense.
If you’re wondering how to navigate AI without losing your brand’s soul, this one’s for you.
#AI #GenerativeAI #AIMarketing #DigitalMarketing #AdTech #MarTech #CreativeStrategy #BrandStrategy #ContentMarketing #Advertising #MarketingPodcast #TasteVsDiscernment #BrandBuilding #DTCMarketing #CreativeLeadership #MarketingTrends #PodcastEpisode #NewPodcast #BusinessPodcast
00:00 – Intro: AI, Taste, and Why This Conversation Matters
03:00 – The Polarized AI Debate: Missing the Nuance
05:00 – Taste as Privilege vs. Luxury
07:00 – Why AI Will Never Have Taste
10:00 – Julia Child: Learning Taste Through Experience
18:00 – Anna Wintour: Discernment Over Taste
29:00 – Liquid Death vs. Diptyque: When AI Works and When It Doesn’t
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When it comes to ads, sound is more than background noise; it’s a performance driver.
In this episode of Ad-venturous, Aves breaks down how audio choices shape attention, emotion, and conversions.
From stronger voiceover scripts to smart use of trending sounds and even ASMR, discover how to make your ads not just look good, but sound unforgettable.
#AdventurousPod #DTCMarketing #AdCreative #AudioMarketing #VoiceoverTips #TrendingSounds #MarketingStrategy #PerformanceMarketing #CreativeStrategy #SoundMatters
00:00 Introduction – Why sound matters in ads
03:00 From Silent Scrolls to Sound-On – How TikTok and Reels changed consumer behavior
06:00 Voiceovers That Convert – Strong scripts vs. lazy hooks
09:00 Stop Using “Stop Scrolling” Hooks – Why overused intros fail
11:00 The Language Gap – Speaking your customers’ language
14:00 What Seinfeld Can Teach Marketers – Shared culture and belonging
18:00 Trending Sounds & Expiration Dates – Fun, fast, but short-lived
27:00 ASMR & Product Sound Design – When sensory audio sells
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Labor Day isn’t just another sale. It’s the launchpad into your biggest promo season.
In this episode, Aves breaks down a creative checklist to make sure your content actually drives clicks and conversions.
From UGC, CGC, and EGC to static ads, lo-fi trends, and landing page tweaks, you’ll get practical ideas to set your brand up for Labor Day wins that roll straight into Q4.
#LaborDayMarketing #EcommerceMarketing #AdCreative #ContentStrategy #DTCMarketing #HolidayCampaigns #MarketingPodcast #BrandGrowth #Q4Prep #DigitalAdvertising
00:00 Introduction
02:00 Sales strategy — beyond blanket discounts
06:00 UGC, CGC & EGC — creative buckets to prep
12:00 Short-form video hacks that drive clicks
18:00 Employee-generated content for agility
19:00 Static ads — text, overlays & founder letters
26:00 Lo-fi creative — when scrappy works (and when it doesn’t)
31:00 Landing pages — patching the leaky bucket
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Scaling your Meta ads shouldn’t feel impossible. But if you’re stuck, you might be making one (or more) of these six mistakes.
In this solo episode, Avery shares the most common issues spotted during ad account audits (from limited creative range to soulless ad libraries) and how each one can quietly cap your growth.
You’ll learn what to cut, what to double down on, and how to build ads that balance brand and performance so you can unlock sustainable scaling.
Whether you’re running a $50M brand or just starting out, these fixes can change your results fast.
#MetaAds #MetaMarketing #FacebookAdsTips #FacebookAdStrategy #ScalingMetaAds #MetaAdCreative #MetaMediaBuying #MetaAdOptimization #MetaAdMistakes #MetaScaling #MetaAdAccountAudit #MetaAdsManager #MetaAdPerformance #MetaAdsForEcommerce #MetaAdGrowth
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:02:43 - The Creative Mix That Scales — Are You Getting It Wrong?
00:04:59 - The Founder Story Move You’re Probably Ignoring
00:08:05 - Why “Spaghetti at the Wall” Is Killing Your Ad Performance
00:09:58 - The Harsh Truth About Long Videos on Meta
00:12:52 - The Placement Mistake That’s Tanking Your Results
00:15:01 - The Soul Problem in Your Ad Library (and How to Fix It)
00:17:44 - Brand vs. Performance — Why the Divide Is Holding You Back
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Q4 might feel far away—but blink and it’s Black Friday. In this episode, Avery kicks off a special Q4 prep series focused on setting your brand up for sanity and scale. From stocking the pond with high-intent audiences to analyzing last year’s creative, locking in your marketing calendar, and prepping evergreen sale ads, this is everything you wish you’d done early… delivered right on time.
Whether you’re a brand operator or creative lead, now’s the moment to plan ahead so you’re not scrambling come November. Future you will be very, very grateful.
Timestamps:
00:00 Start prepping for Q4
02:50 Stocking the pond explained
06:30 Building an email list and collecting data
10:15 Creative analysis for Q4 planning
14:00 Why every brand needs a marketing calendar
18:40 Preparing evergreen sale ads
21:40 The reality of creative agility during BFCM
25:30 Planning holiday shoots with ad usage in mind
29:10 Using brand-specific sales moments
32:00 Peak vs valley planning with calendars
35:00 Final thoughts and helpful templates
Hashtags:
#Q4Planning #EcommerceStrategy #DTCPodcast #MarketingCalendar #CreativeStrategy #StockThePond #HolidayPrep #DTCMarketing #AdCreative #RetentionMarketing #BlackFridayPrep #AuntieAvery #MarketingTips #PerformanceMarketing
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What do lipstick sales, luxury smoothies, and little online indulgences have to do with your acquisition strategy?
In this episode, Avery breaks down the cultural and economic forces behind the “lipstick effect” and the rise of the “little treat economy”—and how these trends shape the way modern consumers buy. You’ll learn how to use these insights to identify your tier-one products, simplify the path to conversion, and build strategies that hold up no matter what the economy throws your way.
If you’re thinking about how to optimize acquisition before Q4, this one’s for you.
Timestamps:
00:00 Lipstick Effect and consumer behavior
02:00 Understanding economic cycles in marketing
04:00 Debunking recession indicators
10:00 Rise of little treat culture
18:00 Tiered product strategy and customer acquisition
21:00 Diptyque case study on entry products
30:00 Balancing short-term wins with long-term strategy
Hashtags:
#EcommerceStrategy #DTCMarketing #AcquisitionTactics #PerformanceMarketing #ConsumerBehavior #LipstickEffect #LittleTreatCulture #DopamineEconomy #CulturalTrends #MarketingPsychology #MarketingStrategy #DigitalMarketing #BrandBuilding #Q4Prep #CustomerAcquisition
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What do Karl Marx, TikTok slang, and the 2025 Superman reboot have in common? In this episode, Aves dives into the idea of resonance—what it is, how to spark it, and why timing and culture matter more than ever for brands trying to stay relevant.
We break down:
If your brand growth is feeling cold and stale, it might be time to revisit your original nachos. Let’s talk taste, timing, and why those silly little shorts matter.
Timestamps:
00:00 Culture shifts and brand resonance
02:00 Hope Core, TikTok slang, and the nachos metaphor
06:00 The untold origin story of Superman
14:00 How Superman finally got published
20:00 What makes the 2025 reboot resonate
25:00 How brands can build long-term resonance
30:00 Final thoughts on timing, taste, and customer understanding
Hashtags:
#MarketingStrategy #BrandResonance #CulturalRelevance #Superman2025 #DTCMarketing #CreativeStrategy #AdvertisingPodcast #BrandBuilding #HopeCore #GenZMarketing #ConsumerBehavior #TikTokTrends #RebootCulture #MarketingInsights #PopCultureMarketing #BrandRevival #JamesGunn #PodcastForMarketers #StorytellingInMarketing #EmotionalResonance
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What’s the difference between UGC, CGC, and EGC—and why does it matter?
In this episode, we break down the “big three” of creator content:
🧍♀️ User-Generated Content (UGC): Authentic, messy, and made by real customers.
🎥 Creator-Generated Content (CGC): Polished, paid-for, and built with marketing goals in mind.💼 Employee-Generated Content (EGC): A rising star that’s human, honest, and powerful.
Avery shares how each content type works, when to use them, and what kind of results to expect—plus real-world examples from brands like Coach.
If you’re building a content strategy and want to know where to invest (and what to stop doing), this one’s for you.
Timestamps:
00:00 Understanding UGC, CGC, and EGC
02:00 Why creating content yourself matters
05:00 What makes good user generated content
10:00 Building community through UGC
14:00 Creator generated content vs UGC
18:00 Tips for original and high-performing CGC
22:00 Employee generated content examples
26:00 Why EGC works in organic and paid strategies
29:00 When to use each content type
Hashtags:
#UGC #CGC #EGC #UserGeneratedContent #CreatorMarketing #ContentStrategy #PerformanceMarketing #DTCMarketing #MarketingPodcast #BrandBuilding #EmployeeGeneratedContent #SocialMediaMarketing #AdCreative #DigitalMarketing #CreatorEconomy #MarketingTips #PodcastClip #MarketingInsights #ContentMarketing #ScaleWithContent
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What do Michelangelo, Charlie XCX, and a candy-loving Victorian man-child have in common? A bold artistic vision—and a lesson in trusting it.
In this episode of Ad-Venturous, Aves dives deep into one of the weirdest and most iconic ads of all time: the Starburst “Berries and Cream” commercial. From the origins of Little Lad to their 2021 TikTok resurgence, we unpack how performance art, absurdity, and brand trust collided to create a cultural phenomenon.
You’ll learn:
🎨 Why the best ads are built on big creative risks
📉 Why failure is part of the process (and why that’s good)
👩🎨 How brands can be containers for real artistry
⚠️ What AI can’t replicate—and why that matters now more than ever
We go from the Sistine Chapel to Starburst, from performance artists to KPIs. And it all makes sense in the end. Mostly.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
02:00 What Michelangelo’s creative process teaches us
06:00 The absurd genius of the Little Lad Starburst ads
12:00 Jack Ferver and the real story behind Little Lad
18:00 The case for weird, artist-led advertising
24:00 How to build a creative-first brand
28:00 Final advice: Make content worth looking at
Hashtags:
#AdCreative #MarketingPodcast #BrandStrategy #CreativeMarketing #AdvertisingInsights #PerformanceMarketing #DTCMarketing #StarburstAds #LittleLad #BerriesAndCream #CreativeStrategy #MarketingTips #AdBreakdown #TikTokMarketing #CulturalMarketing #AIvsCreativity #ViralAds #CampaignStrategy #PodcastForMarketers
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What do Apple’s iconic “Get a Mac” ads and political campaigns have in common? A little-known framework that shapes how people think—and buy.
In this episode, Avery breaks down the message box: a dead-simple, wildly effective strategy tool used by political pros (and now, smart marketers) to craft campaigns that stick.
You’ll learn:
What the four quadrants of a message box are—and how to fill them in
Why “us vs. them” thinking still works (when used strategically)
How Apple made PCs look like the sad boyfriend you settle for
Why consistent messaging beats clever taglines
If you’re a creative, strategist, founder, or just love decoding the psychology of advertising, this one’s for you.
Timestamps:
00:00 Get a Mac Ads and Message Boxes
04:58 Justin Long and Cultural Context of the Campaign
08:55 Intro to the Message Box Framework
14:52 Breaking Down the Us on Us Quadrant
19:52 Understanding Us on Them with Brand Rivals
27:02 The Power of Pity in Messaging
30:00 Them on Us: Preparing Your Defense
32:52 Them on Them: Studying Competitor Messaging
36:00 Creating Your Headline and Campaign Strategy
38:00 Consistency Is the Secret Weapon
Hashtags:
#MarketingStrategy #CreativeStrategy #DTCMarketing #AdPsychology #PoliticalStrategy #MessageBox #BrandPositioning #AppleAds #BrandMessaging #ConsumerPsychology #MarketingFrameworks #AdCreative #FounderMarketing #ContentStrategy #MarketingTips #MessagingMatters #EcommerceMarketing #MediaStrategy #StorytellingInMarketing #MarketingPodcasts #MarketingTools #StrategicComms #DirectToConsumer #AdvertisingInsights
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In this episode of Ad-venturous, we dive into the messy, malleable identity of Gen Z through the lens of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby.
Aves breaks down what Gatsby, Nick, and the ever-watching eyes of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg can teach us about internet culture, trend-chasing, faux authenticity, and the paradox of being both observer and influencer in a generation obsessed with being seen.
Spoiler alert: we’re all a little more Nick than Gatsby.
Whether you're a Gatsby stan, a Gen Z marketer, or just here for the existential dread and literary hot takes—this one’s for you.
Timestamps
00:00 Gen Z and the fear of wanting
02:00 Why The Great Gatsby is the perfect Gen Z lens
05:00 Jay Gatsby and the illusion of the American Dream
09:00 Gen Z’s relationship with influence and authenticity
15:00 The impact of constant observation on culture
19:00 The green light as a metaphor for Gen Z consumerism
25:00 Why Gen Z doesn’t trust traditional brand loyalty
30:00 What marketers need to know about selling to Gen Z
Hashtags
#GenZ #TheGreatGatsby #FScottFitzgerald #GatsbyAnalysis #GenZMarketing #DigitalCulture #AdventurousPodcast #TrendCycles #SocialMediaCulture #InternetIdentity #BookTok #PodcastEpisode #MarketingToGenZ #CulturalCommentary #AuthenticityCrisis #GreatGatsbySymbolism #GreenLight #NickCarraway #ConsumerBehavior #DTCMarketing
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Boomers started out as free-loving, bead-wearing, anti-establishment rebels—and somehow became the poster generation for avocado toast hate and PDF confusion. What happened?
In this episode of Ad-venturous, we’re digging into the boomer switch-up—how a generation that once championed love and disruption came to be seen as rigid, competitive, and a little bitter.
We explore generational hedonism, the myth of “enough,” the hedonic treadmill, and how marketers can stop painting boomers as boring and start reaching them with humanity and humor.
Also yes, we kick things off with JoJo Siwa. Because context.
If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at a “Boomer take” or struggled to reach them in your marketing, this one’s for you.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Reframing the Baby Boomer Narrative
02:00 - Why Boomers Changed from Rebels to Conformists
04:00 - The Real Impact of "OK Boomer" and Generational Tensions
07:00 - Keeping Up with the Joneses and Boomer Consumerism
10:00 - Introduction to Hedonism and the Pursuit of Pleasure
13:00 - The Hedonic Treadmill Explained
16:00 - How Boomers Internalized a False Promise of "Enough"
20:00 - Boomers as Both the Joneses and the Smiths
23:00 - Marketing to Boomers with Humor and Humanity
26:00 - A Personal Story on Boomer Wisdom and Life Perspective
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Gen X gets left out of the generational discourse far too often—but what if they’ve been the ones quietly holding everything together this whole time?
In this episode, Aves dives into the lived experiences, cultural impact, and consumer behavior of Gen X. From latchkey kids and Riot Grrrls to menopause startups and R&D brilliance, we’re unpacking what makes this generation tick—and why brands need to stop ignoring them.
If you think Gen X is too chill to market to, you’re probably just doing it wrong.
Timestamps
00:00 Gen X marketing audit insights
02:10 Why Gen X is called the forgotten generation
04:15 Social change and the rise of Gen X women
06:30 Latchkey kids and early independence
09:00 Gen X's influence on 90s culture and nostalgia
11:10 Riot Grrrl movement and DIY feminism
14:00 Where Gen X is now in career and tech adoption
17:00 Understanding Gen X buying behavior
19:00 Fujifilm’s Gen X-coded business pivot
21:30 Economic disadvantages of Gen X
24:00 Why brands should stop ignoring Gen X
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#GenX #MarketingToGenX #ForgottenGeneration #RiotGrrrl #ConsumerBehavior #LatchkeyKids #DTCMarketing #AdVenturousPodcast #CulturalTrends #GenerationX #BrandStrategy #PerimenopauseAwareness #NostalgiaMarketing #QuietPower #RAndDMatters
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