Let’s be honest—most marketing fails aren’t spectacular explosions. They’re slow, silent assassinations carried out by lazy writing, clueless assumptions, and business owners who think “quality, service, selection” is a personality.

In this episode of Advertising in America, Ryan Chute, Chris Torbay, and Mick Torbay break open the vault of tragic (and hilarious) marketing disasters—from Chevy’s “Nova” debacle to Subway’s catastrophic Jared endorsement—and extract the lessons every smart advertiser should tattoo on their forehead.

They dismantle the false belief that great ideas travel universally, warn against putting your reputation in the hands of celebrities (or yourself), and explain why unforgettable brands rely on campaigns—not one-off “killer ads.”

Because if your commercial is remembered but you aren’t… you just paid to promote entertainment. Not your business.

Episode Highlights:

• Why translating your campaign literally can kill it figuratively
• The hidden danger of celebrity spokespeople (even “safe” ones)
• How lazy writing quietly sabotages your brand
• Why “cute and clever” gets crushed by “campaign-able”
• The tragic fate of ads people remember—but can’t attribute
• The secret sauce behind long-term brand-building

🎧 Hit play—and let’s make sure your next campaign plays everywhere… not just in Peoria.

 Two questions for you:
👉 Is your ad unforgettable—or just your joke?
👉 And if people remember your story… does it actually lead back to your brand? 

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• ‍Overlooked advertising opportunities hiding in plain sight.
• ‍Timeless psychological tactics that drive sales no matter the decade.
• ‍Edgy strategies that capture attention and convert in today’s crowded landscape.

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