Dark Mode with John Coyle

This week, I brought on my wife for a game that’ll have you questioning everything you thought you knew about brand collaborations– We’re guessing if these insane partnerships are real or just creations of my AI sidekick!

Fried chicken-scented Crocs, lasagna from your favorite toothpaste brand, and yes, even Lego-infused jeans—nothing is off the table. We also explore what makes some collaborations work (Lego Levi’s, anyone?) and why others—like toothpaste-branded lasagna—should’ve stayed on the drawing board.

Tune in now and join the fun! Dark Mode with John Coyle — Brand Collabs: KFC x Crocs, Colgate Lasagna, Cheetos Lip Balm

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 MegaLag recently exposed Honey for scamming influencers out of their affiliate commissions while also scamming consumers. 

The only problem is that one of these "scams" isn't actually a scam. 

I breakdown what parts of the Honey Influencer Scam are accurate and which parts are false. 

Chapters:

0:00:00 Intro

0:01:45 4 Parties

0:02:45 Honey and The Victims

0:04:30 How They're Doing It

0:10:29 Was It Really a "Scam"?

0:11:22 This Is On The Influencers...

0:22:308 Honey Didn't "Steal" Commissions -- They Invested In Them

0:29:20 How Honey Held Brands Hostage

0:34:44 Did Customers Get Scammed?

0:41:13 How They're Getting Around It

0:43:55 Whose Fault Is This?

0:50:40 The Problem With Putting All The Blame On Honey

Original video from Megalag: https://youtu.be/vc4yL3YTwWk?si=Ubr7M8LKDdcIUC70

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week on Dark Mode, John Coyle talks about a little known opportunity to go viral and make money at the same time.

This is perfect for: 

- Brand founders, marketers, and creative workers (selling physical or digital products) 

- Comedians (who want to get paid while making hilarious viral content)

- Creators (who want to get paid while making content that can go viral)

We're going to breakdown the hidden content types and how they create an incredible opportunity for brands to partner with creators and comedians in a way where everyone makes a lot of money and gets a lot of people to watch their content. 

Key Points:

00:00 Introduction.

01:15 Who am I, Why should you listen to me?

02:57 We're wrong about content

05:21 The 3 hidden stages of "top of funnel" content

14:30 The difference between content creators and influencers

15:40 Bridge Content

23:11 Viral content for a beauty brand

34:03 Viral content ideas for a health and fitness brand

45:08 Viral content ideas for bagels

52:24 Viral content ideas for red pill alpha dudes

58:16 My experience in Russian Prison

01:02:00 How creator/comedians and brands can make money and go viral together

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This week on Dark Mode, John Coyle and his best friend Casey Fehrnstrom sit down again for a fun brainstorming session. They share ideas for Bud Light ads, chat about kids sledding, and even come up with wearable coolers and penguin-themed marketing.

This is packed with laughs and plenty of unexpected twists– From rethinking manly hair ties to imagining Shane Gillis as a beer-loving Uber driver. It’s a mix of chaos and creativity you won’t want to miss!

If you’re ready to laugh and maybe even spark a few ideas of your own, tune in to this episode of Dark Mode with John Coyle!

Don’t miss out — Ad Pitches: Shane Gillis Bud Light Ad, Icemule, and Longhairs.

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Connect with Casey Fehrnstrom:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/casey-fehrnstrom-7906a8167/

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This week on Dark Mode, John Coyle hangs out with his best friend Casey Fehrnstrom for a fun, off-the-wall brainstorming session. They chat about everything from a bizarre Jaguar ad to Field of Greens powders and even The Onion buying Infowars.

It’s as wild as it sounds.

This episode blends humor, honest critiques, and inventive marketing concepts, proving that even the most unconventional ideas can spark something brilliant.

Don’t miss out: Dark Mode with John Coyle — Ad Pitches: Jaguar Luxury Cars, Field of Greens, and Onion-Infowars

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Connect with Casey Fehrnstrom:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/casey-fehrnstrom-7906a8167/

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This week, John Coyle is joined by comedians Ryan Goodcase and Jordan Thewlis. They talk about Wendy’s bold and creative marketing, 34 Heritage jeans, and the surprising “benefits” of essential oils. The trio also takes a nostalgic trip, reacting to the iconic Roller Kingdom ad.

If you’re ready for bold and uncommon ad pitches, don’t miss this episode! Tune in now and enjoy the fun! Don’t miss out on this new episode of Dark Mode with John Coyle —Ad Pitches: Wendy’s, 34 Heritage, Essential Oils, and Roller Kingdom with Ryan Goodcase and Jordan Thewlis

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Connect with Ryan Goodcase:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryangoodcase/?hl=en 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ryangoodcasecomedian

Twitter: https://x.com/RyanGoodcase

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryangoodcase

Connect with Jordan Thewlis:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan.thewlis/?hl=en 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086365324103

Twitter: https://x.com/Jordan_Thewlis

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jordan.thewlis

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This week on Dark Mode, host John Coyle teams up with comedians Ryan Goodcase and Jordan Thewlis to take on some of the most random (and oddly genius) ad pitches yet. From TikTok trends to wild product names, nothing is off the table.

Laugh at some bad but kind of brilliant ideas. Tune in and enjoy the chaos!

Don’t miss out on this new episode of Dark Mode with John Coyle — Ad Pitches: Poster Girl Dress, Baboon to the Moon, and Benchmade Station Knives with Ryan Goodcase and Jordan Thewlis

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Connect with Ryan Goodcase:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryangoodcase/?hl=en 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ryangoodcasecomedian

Twitter: https://x.com/RyanGoodcase

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryangoodcase

Connect with Jordan Thewlis:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan.thewlis/?hl=en 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086365324103

Twitter: https://x.com/Jordan_Thewlis

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jordan.thewlis

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John Coyle is joined by comedian Chris Mejia and the multi-talented Zoe Kahn to talk about some absurd hobbies, the most unpredictable ad pitches, and how to get people hyped for some... questionable events.

From fast fashion ads to a throat-singing concert that’ll leave you tongue-tied, this episode has no boundaries.

Don’t miss out on this new episode of Dark Mode with John Coyle — What That Tongue Do?

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Connect with Zoe Kahn:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_zoekahn_/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zkayy

Twitter: https://x.com/_zoekahn_

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialzoekahn

Connect with Chris Mejia:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrismejiacomedy/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chrismejiacomedy

Twitter: https://x.com/tophermejia

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chrismejiacomedy

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What loyalty rewards would P-Diddy get for buying all of Costco’s dildos and baby oil?

Host John Coyle brings together Mike Nelson, co-founder of Four15 Digital Media Agency, and comedians Aaron Monte and Kyle Rehl for an unpredictable and hilarious conversation.

The crew comes up with creative and funny ad pitches for brands like Costco, tactical backpacks, and even e-bikes without pedals. Things get livelier when they talk about P-Diddy buying bulk dildos and gallons of baby oil. 

Don’t miss out on this new episode of Dark Mode with John Coyle — P-Diddy's Crazy Costco Receipt

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Connect with Kyle Rehl:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylerehl/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kyle.rehl

Twitter: https://x.com/kylerehl

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kylerehl

Connect with Aaron Monte:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronmon/

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/DannyJolles/?_rdc=1&_rdr

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/0m5VjHSWYQl2JlX9oNDw8t?si=ScunBKO_Rk-5C8Mw-JDALQ&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabNI0RQ6uBedggtQzb_Zly_CBk2ixOIDyVM4PBdlc_prhfo0iueosxIXJk_aem_QULhplOdhJOlX47NGCInhw&nd=1&dlsi=e386b2c605e84b81

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealaaronmon

Connect with Mike Nelson:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-d-nelson/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/four15digital

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/four15_digital/following/

Twitter: https://x.com/Four15Digital

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@four15digital

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In this episode of Dark Mode, John Coyle is joined by comedians Ben Gleib, Danny Jolles, and Lisa Wallen for a fun-filled conversation that mixes comedy and business.

The comedians brainstorm ad ideas for products like Liquid Death, weed stash box, and Apple watch bands. Join the crew for a lively and unpredictable discussion filled with creative marketing concepts, behind-the-scenes stories from their comedy careers, and plenty of laughs along the way.

Don’t miss out on this new episode of Dark Mode with John Coyle — Ad Pitches: Liquid Death, Weed Stash, and Apple Watch Bands with Lisa Wallen, Danny Jolles, and Ben Gleib

Key Points:

00:00 Introduction.

06:24 Lisa’s partnership with Wally Park.

07:15 Ad pitches for Liquid Death.

09:32 Liquid Death should use more dead billionaires.

10:03 Liquid Death videos on ICUs.

13:51 Liquid Death and waterboarding.

15:57 Elon Musk’s robot presentation.

17:29 Ad pitches for a weed stash box.

20:08 Targeting the cigar market.

21:02 Smoking weed on a Frisbee.

23:46 A hand-carved Legend of Zelda stash box.

31:37 Make weed boxes bigger.

32:41 Ben almost got caught with weed.

35:09 TSA jobs and one-armed people.

37:14 Ad pitches for Apple watch bands.

38:51 Ben’s broke man’s Apple watch.

43:36 Lisa’s $800 Devil May Cry statue.

45:50 Should you wear a watch??

47:12 Lisa talks about her tattoos as “murder trophies.”

50:25 A hot porny KFC commercial.

51:58 Lisa’s viral beer commercial story.

60:14 Enemy vs friendship bracelets.

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Connect with Lisa Wallen:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisalallen/

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/lisamariewallen

Twitter: https://x.com/wisalallen

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wisalallen

Connect with Danny Jolles:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dannyjolles/

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/DannyJolles/?_rdc=1&_rdr

Twitter: https://x.com/DannyJolles

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@djolles

Connect with Ben Gleib:

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/gleib

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bengleib/

Twitter: https://x.com/bengleib

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bengleib

#ComedyPodcast #BusinessHumor #EntrepreneurLife

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