July 2, 2025

Zohran Mamdani’s Social Genius, Apple’s F1 Fail, Forensic Fandom, and the Doormat That Drove $500K

Zohran Mamdani’s Social Genius, Apple’s F1 Fail, Forensic Fandom, and the Doormat That Drove $500K

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, and the rise of forensic fandom in audience engagement. They explore how brands can creatively connect with their audiences through unique outreach methods, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and cultural authenticity in marketing efforts.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Meme Team00:29 Lego Collaborations: X-Files and F101:15 Innovations in Agriculture: Dyson’s Strawberry Production02:12 Zoran Mamdani’s Campaign Strategy12:48 Apple’s F1 Movie Promotion and Product Placement21:01 Digital Marketing Innovations23:42 The Rise of Forensic Fandom37:02 Delve's Doormat drove $500K in Pipeline44:13: Key Takeaways... Starting with Mamdani's Political Marketing50:24 IP and Fandom: Engaging Hardcore Fans52:09 Creative Marketing: Fun and Whimsy in B2B54:07 Amplifying Marketing Efforts: Taking Initiative


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