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Red Bull Stratos
A man jumped from the edge of space. They never mentioned the drink once.
Burger King's Moldy Whopper
They showed their flagship burger rotting over 34 days. On purpose. In a global campaign.
Dollar Shave Club: Our Blades Are F***ing Great
A $4,500 launch video that beat Gillette's entire marketing budget in cultural impact.
Nike: Believe in Something
They made the most divisive man in sports their face. Their stock hit all-time highs.
Liquid Death: Murder Your Thirst
A canned water brand with a skull logo, a heavy metal tagline, and a $1.4B valuation.
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