The Hustle Daily Show The Gap is… back?
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Jun 18, 2025 Gap is making a surprising comeback, especially with Gen Z, thanks to strategic changes and effective viral marketing. The hosts dive into the dynamics of modern dating with Tinder's new double-date feature, exploring the fun of group dates. There's also a humorous nod to competitive eating with a champion's return. Plus, the podcast touches on how Gap navigates tariff challenges and production shifts to maintain its growth amid retail struggles. Tune in for insights on side hustles and the evolving consumer landscape!
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Tinder's Double Date Feature
- Tinder launched a Double Date feature to appeal to Gen Z by reducing dating pressure.
- This allows joint profiles allowing groups to experience dating socially and more casually.
Early Double Date Hacks
- Mark Dent recalls how even years ago, engineers hacked ways to do double dates on dating apps.
- He acknowledges this feature meets a clear existing demand for social group dating experiences.
Joey Chestnut Returns
- Jon Weigell notes Joey Chestnut's return to the Nathan's hot dog eating contest after being banned in 2024.
- The ban arose from his brand deal with Impossible Foods, a controversial move within the competition's community.