
This week, we’re taking a look at the way brands navigated celebrating America 250 in a variety of ways. From focusing on big national sports moments like this year’s Olympics and the World Cup, to celebrating their own company anniversaries, and most importantly, doing their best to unite Americans of all backgrounds via everything from action stars to apple pies. 00:00: Intro 02:45: How brands approached America 250 05:30: What do brands normally do for July 4 06:30: Brands celebrating their own anniversaries 10:15: How do global brands tap into this moment 13:00: Can brands look toward the future 15:30: Tapping into unity 17:00: Brands have to respond and create culture 19:10: Can a brand sit out America 250 This episode is brought to you by pwc, and their new podcast powered by Morning Brew, The Intelligence Shift. Listen where you get your favorite podcasts: https://www.podpage.com/the-intelligence-shift/ For more upcoming Marketing Brew events: https://www.marketingbrew.com/events Subscribe to the Marketing Brew newsletter: https://www.marketingbrew.com/ Watch Marketing Brew Weekly on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingBrew Follow Marketing Brew Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marketingbrew/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/marketing-brew/ Have a question for us? Send us an email or voice note to mkbw@morningbrew.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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