Hype InsightHype Insight
Social Media

Social Media

Social media strategy, platform-by-platform guides and content marketing ideas. We cover what is actually working on LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, not the generic advice.

Murder, Mystery, and Cereal: The Bold Future of Nostalgia Marketing

20 June 2025 · 5 min read

Murder, Mystery, and Cereal: The Bold Future of Nostalgia Marketing

There’s a cereal commercial making the rounds that looks like something out of a Netflix thriller: dark alley, stalking shadow, a suspicious plastic wrap, and yes, a Cinnamon Toast Crunch square creeping up on another.

Read more →
From Friends to Feels: Coca-Cola’s Marketing Transformation Hits Different

19 June 2025 · 5 min read

From Friends to Feels: Coca-Cola’s Marketing Transformation Hits Different

If your childhood fridge had a familiar red can nestled between the juice boxes, you’re not alone. Coca-Cola isn’t just a beverage; it’s a cultural fixture.

Read more →
Hyundai Didn’t Just Sell Hybrids – They Sold the Best of Both Worlds

18 June 2025 · 5 min read

Hyundai Didn’t Just Sell Hybrids – They Sold the Best of Both Worlds

It’s not every day a car ad gets you to stop, stare, and actually feel something. Not because there’s a supercar flying through a volcano, but because the story makes you pause.

Read more →
“Who Knew?” Walmart’s Rebranding Is Actually Brilliant?

17 June 2025 · 4 min read

“Who Knew?” Walmart’s Rebranding Is Actually Brilliant?

Let’s be real, when most people think “Walmart,” they think giant aisles, low prices, and convenience on tap. Functional, sure.

Read more →
Togetherness, but Make It Candy: How M&M’s New Campaign Hits Different

16 June 2025 · 5 min read

Togetherness, but Make It Candy: How M&M’s New Campaign Hits Different

For a candy brand that’s been around since 1941, M&M’s could’ve easily coasted into nostalgia. But in 2025, the brand took a surprisingly human turn, not by reinventing chocolate, but by reintroducing connection.

Read more →
How Airbnb’s transformation is changing the way we think about travel

12 June 2025 · 5 min read

How Airbnb’s transformation is changing the way we think about travel

There’s something about Airbnb lately that feels different, and not just on the surface. It’s not just a sleeker app or shinier ads. There’s a shift happening, and it’s not subtle.

Read more →
McDonald’s goes behind the scenes to hype fan-favorite Snack Wrap return

11 June 2025 · 4 min read

McDonald’s goes behind the scenes to hype fan-favorite Snack Wrap return

If you’re anything like most people scrolling through social media lately, you probably came across a post or two about the Snack Wrap return.

Read more →
How Lipton’s “Don’t retire the party” Campaign Is Making Waves Across Generations

10 June 2025 · 4 min read

How Lipton’s “Don’t retire the party” Campaign Is Making Waves Across Generations

Not every brand manages to speak to two very different generations with the same breath, but Lipton Hard Iced Tea just might’ve pulled it off.

Read more →
Old Navy shows off activewear with Lindsay Lohan in ’80s-inspired spot

5 June 2025 · 5 min read

Old Navy shows off activewear with Lindsay Lohan in ’80s-inspired spot

Old Navy just reminded us that smart, thoughtful marketing isn’t about shouting the loudest, it’s about knowing your audience and showing up in ways that feel fresh, familiar, and fun.

Read more →
Brand Partnership in Action: Why Flo Is the Real MVP in Superman’s New Story

4 June 2025 · 4 min read

Brand Partnership in Action: Why Flo Is the Real MVP in Superman’s New Story

This summer, while moviegoers prep for high-stakes action in Metropolis, another storyline is quietly stealing the spotlight, and it’s not about capes or cosmic villains.

Read more →
Google’s AI Mode Feels Like Magic, But It’s Built on Strategy

3 June 2025 · 5 min read

Google’s AI Mode Feels Like Magic, But It’s Built on Strategy

Let’s rewind to a regular Tuesday. You’re scrolling through your phone, trying to find a decent pair of hiking boots.

Read more →
How Google’s positioning Veo 3 is changing the game for marketers

2 June 2025 · 5 min read

How Google’s positioning Veo 3 is changing the game for marketers

When Google launched Veo 3, it wasn’t just unveiling another tech product. It was making a bold statement. A quiet flex, if you will.

Read more →

Enjoyed this content? We help businesses put these ideas to work.