Heinz’s Ad Scandal: How Did This Get Approved?

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Heinz found themselves in hot water after releasing not one but two racially insensitive ads in a single week. In this episode, we discuss how Heinz’s marketing team let these tone-deaf ads slip through the cracks, sparking major public backlash. From blackface comparisons to accusations of erasing Black fathers, we dive into the controversy and examine what brands can learn from this colossal marketing blunder.