Topic: Emotional Manipulation

2 chapters across the catalog

Coronafest
Episode 1235 52:04 - 56:42

1235: Coronafest

Corporate Coronavirus Commercials, Emotional Manipulation Supercut

A supercut of various corporate commercials reveals a repetitive pattern in how brands like Nissan, Buick, and Nationwide are marketing during the pandemic. The advertisements consistently use somber piano music and phrases like "unprecedented times" and "we're here for you" to build brand loyalty. The hosts argue these commercials are highly manipulative and designed to program consumer emotions during the crisis.