In this episode of ‘Summit Up’, we delve into the fascinating world of viral marketing. We explore how Spotify Wrapped has become a global trend, with users eagerly sharing their app stats on Instagram and Snapchat, making it one of the biggest marketing stunts ever. We also discuss the YouTube sensation Mr Beast, known for his ability to create viral content year-round, and the intriguing phenomenon of fake prank videos, which, despite being blatantly fake, still manage to capture the attention of users and often go viral.

The episode further discusses the marketing success of Barbie on social media, highlighting the use of influencers, memes, and the unexpected comparison between Barbie and Oppenheimer, known as Barbenheimer. Lastly, we delve into a debate on whether viral marketing can come across as forced, discussing different perspectives on this topic.