Bookmarks 2024

Bookmarks 2024

Author: Apostrophe Podcast Network May 18, 2024 Duration: 28:02

This week it’s our annual Bookmarks episode.


We read a lot of books to research Under The Influence. 

But there’s never enough room to include all the great stories we find.

So this episode is dedicated to those great stories that didn’t fit into our regular episodes. 


This year, our theme is bravery.

We’ll tell an amusing story about how Danny DeVito made a bold decision when he was auditioning for the sitcom Taxi.

We’ll salute Lucille Ball’s bravery.

And we’ll talk about how Jacques Plante revolutionized goaltending by being brave enough to defy his coach.

We know you want to listen to all the ads in this show. On the off-chance you don’tsubscribe ad-free here.


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Ever wonder how a commercial jingle gets stuck in your head for decades, or why a particular brand feels like an old friend? Under the Influence with Terry O'Reilly pulls back the curtain on the powerful, often unseen forces of advertising that shape our daily lives and choices. This isn't a dry business lecture; it's a series of engaging narratives hosted by Terry O'Reilly, a seasoned adman with a storyteller's gift. Each episode feels like a conversation, unpacking the fascinating and frequently funny intersections where marketing strategy meets human psychology and popular culture. You'll hear about the surprising origins of famous campaigns, the psychological tricks that make them work, and the cultural moments they both reflected and created. Produced by the Apostrophe Podcast Network, this podcast serves as a unique lens on society, business, and the stories we tell ourselves through the products we buy and the brands we trust. It’s about understanding the why behind the buy, revealing how influence is crafted, sold, and woven into the fabric of our world. Tune in for a compelling blend of analysis and anecdote that will change the way you see the media you consume.
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