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  • In a month of shifting trends, AI conversations, and unexpected brand moments, July highlighted the value of staying authentic. Crunchwraps & Crisis Comms Taco Bell has long been the punchline of internet jokes about late night cravings and unhappy stomachs. That made this month’s headlines an especially delicate moment and raised the stakes for how…

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    If June had one defining theme, it was participation. This month, audiences showed up in full force—tuning in, cheering louder, and joining the conversation in ways far beyond the screen. Out of Sight, Top of Mind With the FIFA World Cup officially underway across North America, brands have become just as much a part of…

  • May proved that culture moves through moments, not just campaigns. From fashion to sports to entertainment, we dive into this month’s biggest events that didn’t just capture attention, but also created it. The Rise of Performance Beauty May brought the growing intersection of sports, wellness, and beauty to the forefront as brands increasingly position movement…

  • Along with some welcome weather, April also brought a lineup of eye-catching headlines worth talking about. Here’s what stood out to us this month: Brands take on April Fools We have the distinction of celebrating the launch of CTP on April 1. But for lots of brands April Fools’ continues to be a moment to…

  • This month delivered its share of brand buzz: March Madness, fast food rivalries, headline-making brand deals, and a little legal drama. Here are a few marketing moments that stood out this month. Brands Score March Madness Points From buzzy food promotions to major ad buys and sponsor activations, the NCAA Men’s Basketball tournament – better…

  • While February may be the shortest month of the year, it never comes up short in marketing news. From Super Bowl LX to the 2026 Winter Olympics and everything in between, let’s break down what caught our attention this month.  Pepsi Pokes the Bear The Super Bowl showcased some great spots this year. But, with…

  • Happy 2026! We’re kicking off the first Marketing Minute of the year by giving you a rundown of this month’s top news. From Super Bowl ad teasers to AI-generated campaigns and the latest wave of social media updates, January delivered plenty to talk about.  Check it out.  Budweiser and Super Bowl LX For millions of…

  • The hecticness of the holidays has set in. As you wind down and 2025 comes to a close, check out our final Marketing Minute of the year. The Grinch & Walmart Walmart is bringing fresh energy to the holiday season by extending its “Walmart? Who Knew?” campaign with a festive twist. By transporting the Grinch…

  • As 2026 approaches, the communications and marketing industries are navigating a landscape defined by shifting public expectations, accelerating technology, and an increasingly fragmented media ecosystem. To stay competitive, brands and practitioners must rethink how they build trust, differentiate themselves, and operate amid growing complexity.  There is no shortage of issues that we’ll be keeping an…

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    From AI-powered newsrooms to chart-topping podcasts, holiday ad pushes, and a surge of blockbuster brand tie-ins, November delivered plenty to talk about. When you need a break from feasting – or that cousin’s political musings – this Thanksgiving, check out the November Marketing Minute. Fox News Media x Palantir While some news outlets are wary…