Episodes

Oct. 30, 2025

Why Surveys Lie, Dodger Steaks Go Viral, and Lewis Hamilton is Most M…

Halloween meets K‑pop as Amanda and Sonia kick off with costumes, community, and a Demon Hunter sing‑along, then pivot to the Bugonia “bald screening” stunt—who actually shaved vs who got bald caps, and what that says about e...

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Oct. 23, 2025

Ramp’s The Office Stunt, Twitter’s Link Feature, & Twilight Fancams

From The Office's Kevin trapped in a glass box for Ramp to Lionsgate finally embracing fan editors, this episode unpacks the biggest marketing moves of the week. We break down how a B2B fintech company created the most talked...

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Oct. 16, 2025

Timothée's Ping Pong Promo, Taylor's Lost Touch & Politicians on Pod…

In today's episode, Sonia and guest Christina Garnett break down three major shifts in marketing: Timothée Chalamet's genius guerrilla campaign for indie ping pong movie Marty Supreme, Taylor Swift's variant overload that's t...

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Oct. 9, 2025

Anthropic’s IRL NYC Popup, Taylor’s Future Wedding, K-Pop is Golden

In this episode of the Meme Team podcast, Amanda and Sonia discuss various marketing strategies and cultural phenomena, including Cracker Barrel's logo controversy, Williams F1's community engagement, Tame Impala's unique con...

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Oct. 2, 2025

AI to ROI: OpenAI’s Ads + Instant Checkout Playbook

This week on Meme Team, Sonia and Amanda dive into four big culture-meets-marketing moments: Taylor Swift x KitchenAid? How brands are borrowing her orange aesthetic to drive hype — without her even collabing. OpenAI’s first ...

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Sept. 25, 2025

Re-Releases, Scarcity Plays, and a $11B Ring | Meme Team 026

Halloween re-releases, 3-day theater drops, and brand ads masquerading as short films. This week we unpack how "eventfication" is reshaping entertainment and marketing, why most "make it go viral" mandates miss the point, and...

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Sept. 18, 2025

The Pitt’s Tuxedo Scrubs, Nike’s New Motto, Lessons from the NBA Spurs

This episode explores how major institutions are adapting their content strategies for new audiences. We start with Robert Redford's passing, discussing how his work with Sundance created a blueprint for using cultural capita...

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Sept. 10, 2025

Reese Witherspoon’s AI Take, Builder.ai’s Flameout, and Instagram's i…

Comms pro Cristin Culver joins Meme Team to dissect Austin, TX's universally-dragged logo rollout, Reese Witherspoon’s shallow AI talking points (and how to master the PR art of bridging), and the Builder.ai collapse (aka why...

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Sept. 4, 2025

Sabrina shuns Tommy, YouTube Hypes Creators, & Horror's Killer Market…

In this episode of Meme Team, we break down three major marketing moments: Sabrina Carpenter's masterclass in brand authenticity after her album cover controversy, YouTube's game-changing new "Hype" feature for small creators...

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Sept. 2, 2025

Bonus: Cadillac's American F1 Dream Team

Join Sonia Baschez and "F1 Guy" Vincenzo Landino as they dive into the exciting announcement of Cadillac's entry into the F1 world for the 2026 season. Discover the strategic marketing decisions behind choosing experienced dr...

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Aug. 28, 2025

Weirdness, Wellness, Weapons, and the End of Monoculture | Meme Team …

Join hosts Sonia Baschez and Amanda Natividad as we explore the cultural phenomena of Dubai chocolate and Labubu dolls, the impact of GLP-1 drugs on societal expectations, and the unique marketing strategies behind the film W...

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Aug. 21, 2025

Trendjacking Taylor, Tariffs & Coach Bags, and Creating Timeless Bran…

In this episode of the Meme Team Podcast, hosts Amanda and Sonia explore the intersection of marketing, culture, and branding. They discuss the recent rebranding of MSNBC, the legacy of Duolingo's social media strategy, and t...

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Aug. 15, 2025

Bonus: Dropping Her Album on a Podcast Was Genius

In this bonus episode, Amanda and Sonia discuss Taylor Swift's recent appearance on the New Heights podcast, highlighting her marketing genius, personal insights, and the impact of her presence on the podcast landscape. They ...

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Aug. 14, 2025

Over-Hype, Under-Deliver: Lessons from ChatGPT, Cluely, and More | Me…

Taylor Swift Easter eggs, the GPT-5 backlash, and why your website traffic is tanking — we’re breaking it all down. In this episode, Amanda Natividad and Sonia Baschez unpack how over-hyping products can backfire, why even th...

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Aug. 7, 2025

Marketing in a World of Bots, Burnout, and Brand Missteps | Meme Team…

Join Amanda, Sonia, and special guest Chi Thukral as they dive into the world of social media marketing and the logic behind viral content. The episode covers the cultural impact of K-pop, the challenges of bot-driven interne...

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July 31, 2025

Sydney Sweeney‘s Jeans or Genes? + Appealing to LLMs will get you pre…

In this episode of the Meme Team podcast, Amanda and Sonia discuss the recent viral marketing strategies employed by companies like Astronomer and American Eagle, particularly in light of controversies surrounding their adver...

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July 23, 2025

Kiss Cam Crisis Comms, Colbert Cancelled, Delta's AI, & Dumb Logo Upd…

Description: In this episode, Amanda and Sonia dive into the intricacies of marketing, branding, and the impact of scandals on corporate reputation. They discuss the recent astronomer scandal, the cancellation of The Late Sho...

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July 17, 2025

In a World of AI Slop, Be Human

In this episode of the Meme Team Podcast, hosts Sonia Baschez and Amanda engage with guest Vincenzo Landino to explore the intersection of marketing, culture, and technology. They discuss a controversial casting call for gent...

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July 15, 2025

Why Being Real Wins: Mamdani, Oasis & Penguin Books

From political campaigns to fast food fashion, we're breaking down the most interesting marketing moves of 2025. Watch as we analyze how brands are winning (and failing) at authentic engagement, including: • How a politician'...

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July 10, 2025

When Brands Listen to Fans: F1, Superman & Star Wars

From F1's innovative approach to female fans to Superman's viral marketing success, we're breaking down how major brands are actually listening to their audiences in 2025. Join Sonia Baschez and guest Christina Garnett as the...

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July 2, 2025

Zohran Mamdani’s Social Genius, Apple’s F1 Fail, Forensic Fandom, and…

In this episode of the Meme Team Podcast, hosts Sonia Baschez and Amanda Natividad discuss innovative marketing strategies, focusing on the digital campaigning of Zohran Mamdani, the integration of product placements in films...

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June 26, 2025

Controversy Creates Cash: From Cluely to F1 to Canva | Meme Team 012

In this episode of the Meme Team Podcast, Sonia and Amanda discuss Cluely's controversial approach to gaining attention, the importance of zero-click marketing in today's social media landscape, explore influencer marketing t...

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June 18, 2025

Amazon & Roku's Ad Network + Influencer Lawsuit + Apple's F1 Movie + …

In this episode of the Meme Team Podcast, Amanda and Sonia discuss: - the evolving landscape of TV advertising - the recent class action lawsuit against Alo Yoga for misleading influencer promotions - the strategic shifts in ...

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June 10, 2025

Coco Gauff wins, Uber Eats creates their own TikTok, and Wedding Cont…

On Meme Team, we talk about how to own your own story, narrative, and platform. This episode is brought to you by ⁠Sequel.io⁠ , the only platform that lets marketers host webinars directly on your website. You can see what yo...

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