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A Bit Fruity with Matt Bernstein
Bud Light and the End of Rainbow Marketing, For Now
Jan 2, 2024
The podcast discusses the controversy of a Bud Light marketing partnership, the backlash over a commemorative can, the intersection of big brands with LGBTQ+ rights, comparisons to past brand controversies, and the struggles of online creators in navigating political and corporate backlash.
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- Brand image shift towards inclusivity backfired for Bud Light, leading to severe backlash and sales decline.
- Misinterpreted collaboration with TikTok star sparked controversy, exposing challenges in brand marketing and political alignment.
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Bud Light's New Marketing Direction
Earlier this year, Bud Light's new vice president of marketing aimed to steer the brand towards a more inclusive direction, targeting younger, progressive audiences. Feeling that Bud Light had drifted from these audiences, Bud Light's decline prompted this strategic shift away from its frat boy image.
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