S7E01 - Put It Between Your Knees and Squeeze: Marketing A Fad

This week, we explore how some of the craziest fads are marketed. We'll look at how one student's school project changed the way we sleep, why a single toy made Tyco the subject of bomb threats and how a popular piece of jewellery was inspired...by doctors.From the Thighmaster to the Pet Rock, we'll break down what makes fads so absolutely irresistible.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Under the Influence gives listeners a rare backstage pass into the hallways, boardrooms and recording studios of the ad industry.Join host and adman Terry O’Reilly for fascinating (and humorous) stories that connect the dots between pop culture, marketing and human nature. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.