131. Brands rollback of DEI, microfeminism, and insensitive headlines: Inclusive marketers react

There’s a lot going on in the world these days, which often means there’s lots going on in the world of inclusive marketing. And sometimes – certain topics really just require a conversation – an opportunity to work through thoughts, feelings, and ideas – on the journey to forming opinions. So that’s what we’re doing on today’s episode. I sat down with a few folks from my inclusive marketing crew – some voices you’ve heard before on this show, and one new one, you’ll get introduced to. So after this short break, you’ll here the latest “inclusive marketers reaction” show – me and my colleagues do a deep dive to discuss important topics bubbling up in the world of inclusive marketing. Get the Inclusion & Marketing Newsletter Companies rolling back DE&I policies New York Times article re: Kamala Harris "combative" debate style LinkedIn post with discussion about New York Times article Microfeminism TikTok Inclusive Marketer's React: McDonald's, Sainsburys, Barbie Movie, and more Inclusive Marketer's React: Ralph Lauren and Zara debacle Matthew Tsang Episode (#76): Nothing about us without us, and working with an inclusive marketing agency Mariam Shahab Episode (#74): How to authentically engage Muslim consumers