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The hypnotising effect of Valentine’s day
Feb 12, 2024
Exploring the intriguing history and influence of Valentine's Day, including ancient Roman traditions and modern-day consumer behavior. The podcast discusses the impact of special day-themed sales promotions, the value of creativity in marketing, and the power of rewarding effort on consumer behavior. It also highlights the benefits of incorporating special days into business promotional calendars.
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- Valentine's Day originated from a Roman tradition of sacrificing goats and whipping women with hides in order to enhance male fertility and involve blind dates.
- Special day-themed promotions yield more positive responses than traditional promotions, providing marketers with opportunities to capture consumer attention and increase purchases.
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The Dark Origins of Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day has a dark history, originating from ancient Rome. During the Feast of Lupercalia, Roman men would sacrifice goats and whip women with the hides. The purpose behind this tradition is unclear, but it was believed to enhance male fertility. The festival also involved men and women being matched together through a blind date-like system. The name 'Valentine's Day' came from the execution of two men named Valentine on February 14th in the third century, which later led to the Catholic Church honoring them as saints.
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