NO PROMO
Spoiler: Just about everything ever has a dedicated strategy behind it. Ever wondered why lesbians drive Subarus? Or why vibrators were once used to treat "hysteria"? Welcome to No Promo—the show that unpacks the shocking, delightful, and horrifying marketing forces behind why a lot of things in pop culture are “just the way it is” today. From rainbow-washing Pride, to queering wedding traditions, we explore how branding, capitalism, and social norms have shaped the world we live in—especially for LGBTQ+ communities, through a queer lens. Hosted by Lisa Kribs & the team at TGW Studio (a.k.a. The World’s Gayest Marketing Agency), this podcast is where history, marketing, and culture collide.
Podcasting since 2025 • 16 episodes
NO PROMO
Latest Episodes
What Is The True Story Behind Halloween?
Before it was corporate candy season, Halloween was a night of Celtic magic -- and queer liberation! We’re tracing its evolution from ancient rituals to drag balls to big-brand takeovers, and uncovering how a night once meant for spirits became...
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Our Resident Swiftie's Reaction to Life of a Showgirl
Sequins, spotlights… and some seriously mixed reviews by a divided fandom and critics alike. In this episode, Whitney (a Swiftie of nearly 20 years) walks Lisa and CB through The Life of a Showgirl - the glitter, the groans, and the growing fan...
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Why Do We Have Weddings Anyway?
Something borrowed, something blue… something totally made up by marketers? This episode walks down the aisle of wedding history, from ancient “I do’s,” to the Victorian white dress craze, to the diamond industry’s most iconic ad campaign. Lisa...
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