What happens when a heritage brand trades nostalgia for minimalism—and America revolts?

In EP 16 of The Art of Commerce, hosts Anish Raul and Ajinkya “Jinx” Joglekar unpack the Cracker Barrel rebrand that broke the internet. A 55-year-old icon of comfort food tried to modernize with sleeker interiors, lighter menus, and a minimalist logo—only to spark outrage, memes, and even a presidential comment.

From “We Heard You” microsites to an 8% stock rebound, this episode dives deep into how brand equity, cultural codes, and nostalgia collided in real time.

Discover how to:
🥣 Balance modernization with emotional memory
🎨 Decide between a refresh and a rebrand
📊 Use customer insight—not just competition—to guide change

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple & YouTube
🔗 Connect on LinkedIn:
Anish Raul – linkedin.com/in/anishraul
Ajinkya “Jinx” Joglekar – linkedin.com/in/ajinkyaj

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What happens when Apple brings its ecosystem power, cultural timing, and cinematic ambition to Formula 1? You get F1: The Movie—a marketing masterclass that blurs the line between sport, storytelling, and spectacle.

In EP 15 of The Art of Commerce, hosts Anish Raul and Ajinkya “Jinx” Joglekar break down how Apple orchestrated one of the most sophisticated launches in entertainment marketing history. From McDonald’s diecast cars to wallet push notifications and 3D race circuits in Apple Maps—this is how ecosystem thinking meets cultural engineering.

Discover how to:

🏎️ Build partnerships that amplify your spend instead of adding to it

📱 Turn ecosystems into marketing force multipliers

🔥 Create cultural momentum that sells without selling

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple & YouTube

🔗 Connect on LinkedIn:

Anish Raul – linkedin.com/in/anishraul

Ajinkya “Jinx” Joglekar – linkedin.com/in/ajinkyaj

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What happens when a punk-rock guitarist, serial content founder, and head-of-AI martech exec bring their whole playbook to the seemingly boring world of B2B? You get Tim Glomb—taking creative risk-taking to a new level.In EP 14 of The Art of Commerce, hosts Anish Raul and Ajinkya “Jinx” Joglekar dig into how Tim blends culture, AI, and fearless storytelling to make even SaaS marketing unforgettable. From hiring Tommy Lee to smash laptops on camera to spotting real AI value beyond the hype, Tim shows how to build brands that move people and metrics. This is the third part of a 3-part conversation series. Discover how to:Filter shiny AI tools for true business valueUse cultural context to make B2B campaigns unmissablePush creative boundaries without crossing the line🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple & YouTube🔗 Connect on LinkedIn:Anish Raul – linkedin.com/in/anishraulAjinkya “Jinx” Joglekar – linkedin.com/in/ajinkyajTim Glomb – linkedin.com/in/timglomb#TheArtOfCommerce #TimGlomb #AI #B2BMarketing #CreativeRisk #PunkRock

What happens when a punk-rock guitarist, serial content founder, and head-of-AI martech exec share one life? You get Tim Glomb—again, but deeper.In EP 13 of The Art of Commerce, hosts Anish Raul and Ajinkya “Jinx” Joglekar dive back in with Tim to unpack the how behind his maverick career—from sweaty club stages and MTV mayhem to steering AI transformation at Wunderkind.Discover how to:Build teams that feel like bands, not org chartsUse AI as a “roof” to break silos and accelerate growthStay true to your creative instincts while scaling big brands🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple & YouTube🔗 Connect on LinkedIn:Anish Raul – linkedin.com/in/anishraulAjinkya “Jinx” Joglekar – linkedin.com/in/ajinkyajTim Glomb – linkedin.com/in/timglomb#TheArtOfCommerce #TimGlomb #AI #PunkRock #Wunderkind #MarketingLeadership

What happens when you mix a heavy-metal roadie, MTV producer, and growth-obsessed martech exec? You get Tim Glomb.

In EP 12 of The Art of Commerce, Anish Raul and Ajinkya “Jinx” Joglekar sit down with Tim to trace his wild career arc—from touring with Mötley Crüe and producing Viva La Bam to leading AI-driven audience strategy at Wunderkind.

Discover how rock-and-roll grit meets modern marketing as Tim shares lessons on:

-Fighting for your creative vision (even on SNL)

-Building audiences before social media existed

-Turning chaotic content into revenue and lasting brand impact

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple & YouTube

🔗 Connect on LinkedIn:

Anish Raul – linkedin.com/in/anishraul

Ajinkya “Jinx” Joglekar – linkedin.com/in/ajinkyaj

Tim Glomb: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timglomb/

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What do an anxious green owl, a language app, and TikTok chaos have in common?They weren’t just teaching verbs—they were teaching us how brands can have a personality.In this episode of The Art of Commerce, we unpack how Duolingo turned its owl from a simple mascot into a cultural force. We dive into “personality-first” marketing—where mascots become main characters, brands lean into humor, and authenticity trumps polish.We talk risk-taking, meme fluency, and what it means to let your brand have a pulse. And we explore why faceless companies fade, but those with a voice and a personality win hearts (and downloads).If you’re a marketer wondering how to stand out in the scroll—this is your guide.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple & YouTube🔗 Follow us on LinkedIn:Anish Raul – linkedin.com/in/anishraulAjinkya “Jinx” Joglekar – linkedin.com/in/ajinkyaj#TheArtOfCommerce #DuolingoOwl #MascotMarketing #BrandPersonality #CulturalMarketing

What do TikTok moms, limited-edition tumblers, and a 111-year-old camping brand have in common?They weren’t supposed to go viral. But they did—because they made people feel something.In this episode of The Art of Commerce, we unpack the unlikely rise of Stanley’s 40 oz Quencher—a product that went from forgotten shelf item to cultural icon. We dive into how a legacy brand reinvented itself with a clear vision (“cold, female, colorful”), embraced scarcity, and let its audience become its advertisers.We talk judo strategies, cultural agility, and the power of listening—not just to customers but also to employees. And we explore why passive products die, but emotional ones thrive.If you're a marketer trying to create relevance in a fragmented world—this is your playbook.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple & YouTube🔗 Follow us on LinkedIn:Anish Raul – linkedin.com/in/anishraulAjinkya “Jinx” Joglekar – linkedin.com/in/ajinkyaj#TheArtOfCommerce #BrandRevival #StanleyCup #TikTokMarketing #ConsumerBehavior #CulturalMarketing

Here’s a draft in the same style and structure you shared, tailored to the “Disneylandification of Marketing” episode:What do Sephora pop-ups, Google’s NBA All-Star playground, and Chanel’s sensory dome at Art Basel all have in common?They weren’t ads. They were worlds—built to be lived in, shared, and posted.In this episode of The Art of Commerce, we explore the rise of experiential marketing in 2025: why brands are trading billboards for immersive spaces, what we call the “Disneyland Effect,” and how the smartest marketers are designing not just for foot traffic, but for feed traffic.We break down what makes an experience “post-worthy,” how attention to detail turns customers into walking billboards, and why the future of branding lies in building moments people can’t help but share.If you want to understand how to design experiences that spark status, affiliation, and cultural velocity—this one’s for you.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple & YouTube🔗 Follow us on LinkedIn:Anish Raul – linkedin.com/in/anishraulAjinkya “Jinx” Joglekar – linkedin.com/in/ajinkyaj#TheArtOfCommerce #ExperientialMarketing #BrandStrategy #DisneylandEffect #Marketing

How did a $2,000 AI-generated ad beat out half-million-dollar commercials to steal the spotlight at the NBA Finals?In this episode of The Art of Commerce, we unpack the story of Kalshi’s groundbreaking prime time debut—the first fully AI-created ad to air during one of America’s biggest sporting events. We break down how filmmaker PJ Ace combined taste, timing, and tools to make marketing history, why it worked, and what it signals for the future of creativity, budgets, and brand storytelling.If you want to know how AI is rewriting the rules of advertising—and how solo creators can now rival big agencies—this one’s for you.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple & YouTube🔗 Follow us on LinkedIn:Anish Raul – linkedin.com/in/anishraulAjinkya “Jinx” Joglekar – linkedin.com/in/ajinkyaj#TheArtOfCommerce #AI #Marketing #NBAFinals #Advertising #Kalshi

How did a creepy-cute bunny in a hoodie become the internet’s favorite collectible?

In this episode of The Art of Commerce, we dive into the rise of Labubu—how it went from niche art toy to global viral sensation. We break down the design psychology, cultural timing, scarcity tactics, and community fuel that made Labubu explode across TikTok, Instagram, and beyond.

If you’re curious about what makes a product go viral in today’s attention economy, this one’s for you.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple & YouTube

🔗 Follow us on LinkedIn:
Anish Raul – linkedin.com/in/anishraul
Ajinkya “Jinx” Joglekar – linkedin.com/in/ajinkyaj

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