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Why The Ice Bucket Challenge Went Viral (And Came Back)
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In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the most iconic charity marketing campaigns of all time and why nearly every attempt to copy it has failed. We’ll revisit the Ice Bucket Challenge, explore the emotional and social dynamics that made it explode, and look at its 2025 reboot aimed at mental health. I share lessons for marketers and non-profits who want to build real momentum without resorting to gimmicks. In this episode, I cover:
If you’ve ever thought, “Let’s just do something like the Ice Bucket Challenge,” this episode will help you rethink your approach. Do you have a question or just need to vent about your marketing frustrations? Send it to [email protected], and I might just answer it in a future episode. FRUSTRATED BY YOUR MARKETING? is hosted by Jim DeMicco and presented by SkyeLine Studio. LET’S CONNECT: LinkedIn | Website | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | Twitter/X
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- Why the original Ice Bucket Challenge really went viral
- The difference between a viral stunt and an authentic movement
- What made the 2025 “Speak Your Mind” reboot catch on
- Why most copycat campaigns fall flat (think Twizzlers, rice buckets, and chicken wings, to name a few)
- How to build something small but meaningful inside your own community
- Why you can’t manufacture a viral moment, but you can engineer the conditions for one
If you’ve ever thought, “Let’s just do something like the Ice Bucket Challenge,” this episode will help you rethink your approach. Do you have a question or just need to vent about your marketing frustrations? Send it to [email protected], and I might just answer it in a future episode. FRUSTRATED BY YOUR MARKETING? is hosted by Jim DeMicco and presented by SkyeLine Studio. LET’S CONNECT: LinkedIn | Website | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | Twitter/X
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