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Discover the key highlights and biggest reveals from TWN Event 2025, the future of tech, innovation, and trends unveiled.

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Why do most startups fail within their first year? In this episode, we break down the most common and often overlooked reasons why startups crash and burn before they even get off the ground. From poor product-market fit and weak execution to toxic founder dynamics and funding traps, we explore what really causes startup failure — and what you can do to avoid it.
Whether you're launching your first startup, already in the trenches, or just curious about the startup world, this episode is packed with raw insights, honest stories, and practical advice.

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Ever wondered why you keep buying from the same brands? In this video, we explore how advertising shapes your choices, influences your shopping habits, and builds brand loyalty — often without you even noticing. Discover the psychology behind ads and learn how companies turn you into a loyal customer.

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Discover how nostalgia is used as a powerful marketing strategy to create emotional connections with consumers. From advertising campaigns to retro products, explore how brands bring back memories from the past to strengthen bonds with their audience and boost sales.

Promoguy Talk Pills | Episode 22

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In this episode, we explore OpenAI's rumored $20,000/month AI agents, Tesla's struggles in Germany, and the latest stock market instability. Is AI really replacing workers, or is this just another tech bubble? In Weird News, we dive into bizarre stories like the world's first "body box" and AI-generated corn. Our main topic uncovers infamous scammers, from Painless Parker's dental fraud to James Randi’s "Carlos" hoax and the truth behind influencer marketing scams.

Promoguy Talk Pills | Episode 21

Our contacts:
https://promoguy.nl
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See more episodes:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LN2mYgClzmc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1Ax4hLNHKg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qx8dgLv9BTU

Sources:
News:
$20,000 AI agents
https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/05/openai-reportedly-plans-to-charge-up-to-20000-a-month-for-specialized-ai-agents/

World’s first "body box" biological chamber
https://www.yahoo.com/tech/worlds-first-body-box-biological-133500218.html

Elon Musk’s privatization spree & AI replacing workers
https://www.wired.com/story/gsai-chatbot-1500-federal-workers/

Stock market instability
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/live/stock-market-today-nasdaq-enters-correction-sp-500-sinks-to-lowest-since-november-as-stocks-get-clobbered-on-trump-tariff-whiplash-210544344.html

AI-generated corn
https://www.404media.co/email/f7ed39a2-7f04-466c-b09c-986af4332f1b/

Main Topic:
Painless Parker – The infamous dentist scammer
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Painless_Parker

James Randi and the "Carlos" hoax
https://www.skepdic.com/carlos.html

The truth behind influencer marketing scams
https://nzouat.com/how-honey-is-scamming-influencers-and-consumers/

00:00 - Introduction & episode highlights
02:15 - OpenAI and the $20K/month AI agents
08:30 - Elon Musk, privatization, and AI replacing workers
14:50 - Stock market instability – what’s happening?
21:15 - Weird news: The "body box" biological chamber
26:40 - AI-generated corn? What does it mean?
32:05 - Main Topic: History’s biggest scammers
33:00 - Painless Parker, the scammer dentist
39:20 - James Randi and the "Carlos" hoax
45:10 - The dark side of influencer marketing
51:30 - Final thoughts & closing

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In this episode, we dive into the impact of ad blockers on the digital marketing industry. Are they digital civil disobedience or theft? Can businesses thrive without forcing users to disable them? We explore alternative revenue models, ethical considerations, and the future of online content monetization. In Weird News, we discuss first-class passengers becoming security guards, Windows 10 users clinging to an outdated OS, and Meta’s latest controversies.

Sources:

Asteroid strike possible 7 years from now
https://www.wired.com/story/asteroid-2024-yr4/#intcid=recommendations_popular-right-rail_9c74ba2c-6d6a-41f2-9e6b-2b052b5d0ba6_popular4-2

Fake true crime stories via AI
https://www.404media.co/a-true-crime-documentary-series-has-millions-of-views-the-murders-are-all-ai-generated/

DOGE website badly designed
https://www.404media.co/anyone-can-push-updates-to-the-doge-gov-website-2/

Main Topic:
Marketing with adblockers
https://toxigon.com/the-impact-of-ad-blockers-on-digital-marketing


Digital marketing statistics
https://www.wordstream.com/blog/ws/2022/04/19/digital-marketing-statistics

How ad blocks affect marketing
https://funnel.io/blog/ad-blockers-marketing

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In this episode, we explore how brands advertise when traditional marketing rules are against them. From circumventing bans to viral underground campaigns, we break down the ethics, risks, and effectiveness of these unconventional tactics. In Weird News, we discuss how DeepSeek R1 shook Big Tech, the rise of “Banana Pass” gym access, and why Gen Z is trapped in a lifetime of payments. Tune in for insights on rebellious advertising and the future of consumer control.

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In this episode, we discuss TikTok’s legal battle against a potential U.S. ban and its implications for global social media. We also explore Meta’s decision to cut DEI programs, the rising trend of deleting Facebook and Instagram, and the weirdest websites on the internet. Our main topic dives into career transitions—how to navigate industry changes, upskill, and make strategic moves for long-term success. Whether switching jobs or industries, we break down the key steps for a smooth transition.

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In this episode, we explore the challenges facing traditional media, from declining TV viewership to the impact of social media on generational news consumption. We delve into how younger generations rely on digital platforms, while older ones stick to traditional outlets. In Weird News, we discuss aging politicians clinging to power, declining teen drug use, and China’s viral "climbing buddies" trend. Tune in for insights on the evolving media landscape and its societal implications.

Sources:
www.elledecor.com/design-decorate/trends/a63250266/dopamine-decor-trend
www.honest-broker.com/p/the-ugly-truth-about-spotify-is-finally
www.msn.com/en-in/news/other/elon-musk-says-his-1-billion-offer-to-wikipedia-still-stands/ar-AA1wqYUo?apiversion=v2&noservercache=1&domshim=1&renderwebcomponents=1&wcseo=1&batchservertelemetry=1&noservertelemetry=1
www.digitalnewsreport.org/survey/2019/how-younger-generations-consume-news-differently
mediaengagement.org/research/clickbait-headlines
www.npr.org/sections/alltechconsidered/2016/06/24/480949383/britains-google-searches-for-what-is-the-eu-spike-after-brexit-vote
www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/search-interest-for-did-joe-biden-drop-out-is-spiking-on-election-day-even-though-he-withdrew-months-ago/ar-AA1tzlAY