Ep. 2 - Super Bowl Controversy, Conspiracy Culture & Why Ads Work

Ep. 2 - Super Bowl Controversy, Conspiracy Culture & Why Ads Work

Vigilante Voices Ep. 2 - Super Bowl controversy sparked a lot of opinions… and we went from halftime drama to marketing psychology to conspiracy culture (and somehow ended up talking chicken).In this fireside chat, we break down:-The Super Bowl halftime backlash and why it split people so hard-Why Super Bowl ads are one of the best marketing plays in the world-Coinbase’s ad strategy (and why people react emotionally to crypto)-Credit cards, credit scores, and simple rules to build credit responsibly-The rise of online betting and how easy it is to burn money-Conspiracy theories we almost believe—and why they go viral-Huge brand marketing fails (Jaguar, Bud Light, Cracker Barrel)-Plus: the most important debate of all… Chick-fil-A vs Cane’s vs KFC vs Lee’sVigilante Voices is built around real conversations with real people—no celebrity required. Sometimes it’s deep, sometimes it’s hilarious, but it’s always honest.Subscribe for new episodes + clips every week.

Ep. 1 - What’s One Thing You Believed at 18 That You Completely Don’t Believe Anymore?

What’s one belief you had at 16 or 18 that you look back on now and think, “Yeah… that was completely wrong”? In our very first episode of Vigilante Voices, the three of us sit down for a raw, unscripted fireside chat that goes everywhere — in the best way possible. We talk about the beliefs we were sold growing up, the reality Gen Z is facing today, and whether the traditional paths to success still make sense in a world shaped by inflation, AI, and rapidly changing opportunities. Along the way, the conversation touches on: * Whether college is still worth it today * If Gen Z is actually worse off than previous generations — or just playing a different game * The motivation problem (and potential upside) Gen Z has right now * Inflation, unaffordability, and why everything feels harder * Why skills matter more than ever in the age of AI * Strange and unconventional ways people are making money today * Real marketing stories and lessons from building Vigilante Media * And yes… even things as ridiculous as farts in a jar This episode isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about questioning the assumptions we grew up with — and figuring things out in real time. -------------- Vigilante Voices is a podcast built around real conversations with people you’ve probably never heard of — yet. You don’t need to be a celebrity, influencer, or so-called expert to have something worth saying. Whether it’s a fireside chat like this or a dedicated guest episode, Vigilante Voices exists to give people a platform to share their stories, ideas, struggles, and perspectives — honestly and without filters. If you’ve ever felt overlooked, underestimated, or like your voice didn’t matter, this podcast is for you.