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"The meme made me do it": Why consumption often has nothing to do with what is being consumed

Hanna Kahlert

7 Sep 2022

meme

morbius

gentleminions

The powerhouse cast and director of Don’t Worry Darling gathered for the film’s premier this week in Venice, enjoying a five-minute standing ovation and critically acclaimed reviews. In the words of...

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From Will Smith to cake: Why memes underpin (the volatility of) success in the creator economy

Hanna Kahlert

30 Mar 2022

meme

cake

Netflix

This years’ Oscars were overshadowed by the onstage physical altercation between Will Smith and Chris Rock, with any news of historical awards (Jane Campion was the third woman in history to take home...

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Lean out is in: how the Netflix / Spotify crossover is taking advantage of a key consumer dynamic

Hanna Kahlert

24 Nov 2021

Spotify

Netflix

Fortnite

Netflix and Spotify have just launched a collaborative project: a page on the Spotify app that is dedicated to soundtracks and playlists based on popular Netflix shows and films. The implications point...

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Zombies and vaporwave: Consumer vibes in 2020

Hanna Kahlert

12 Sep 2020

Vapourware

synth wave

lofi

News has become culturally vital in 2020. In a year of global health, social and economic disruption, it now possesses a relevant edge to compete vigorously for consumer attention in a saturated content...

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