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Podcast 11.06.24
Washington is red – so hosts Brendan Buck and Annalyse Keller had to gather to discuss the results of a surprisingly quick election result. How did Donald Trump complete his […]
Insight 10.30.24
Halloween is an undeniable cultural force with a massive financial footprint. The National Retail Federation’s annual Halloween survey, conducted with Prosper Insights & Analytics, surveyed 7,945 consumers aged 18 and […]
Podcast 10.29.24
One week to go, so it’s time to make some wild guesses. Hosts Brendan Buck and Annalyse Keller break down the closing arguments and then make predictions about the key […]
Insight 10.22.24
Companies are increasingly excited and are sharing this enthusiasm with the public. Adweek examined press releases on PRNewswire from 2017 to the first half of 2024 and found that companies […]
Podcast 10.22.24
On the latest episode of CONTROL, Brendan Buck and Annlayse Keller continue their series of special bonus episodes focused on some of the races and dynamics that will determine CONTROL of […]
Insight 10.18.24
Extreme weather events like Hurricane Milton remind us how vulnerable we are to climate change and the importance of preparing for what lies ahead. Pew Research surveyed 8,638 U.S. adults […]
Seven Letter News 10.09.24
As we prioritize safeguarding our digital lives, now is an opportune time to examine the cyber threats that exist online. The Third Annual Consumer Cyber Readiness Report, published by Consumer […]
Podcast 10.08.24
With just weeks to go until Election Day, hosts Brendan Buck and Annlayse Keller kick-off a series of special bonus episodes focused on some of the races and dynamics that […]
Insight 10.02.24
In today’s polarized world, it often feels like everyone is at odds, but what if the loudest voices don’t tell the full story? The Social Pressure Index (SPI) was fielded […]
Insight 09.24.24
A new report, by Common Sense, highlights a growing trend among teenagers: generative AI is becoming an integral part of their daily lives. The survey, conducted from March 15 to […]
Podcast 09.24.24
With Speaker Johnson coming up short on his six-month CR plan, hosts Brendan Buck and Annalyse Keller discuss the ramifications of the new December funding deadline. They debate how various […]
Insight 09.18.24
As the grocery industry evolves, two critical factors are reshaping consumer decisions: fresh food and convenience. Deloitte’s sixth annual report on the state of fresh food highlights a unique opportunity […]
Podcast 09.16.24
On a new episode of CONTROL, hosts Brendan Buck and Annalyse Keller discuss the latest efforts to avoid a government shutdown. With Speaker Johnson’s original plan in tatters, what’s his […]
Insight 09.12.24
A new survey from the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) and College Pulse found that while support for freedom of expression varies widely across colleges, this year perceived […]
Podcast 09.10.24
Congress is back, Brendan is back and CONTROL is back on Shutdown Watch. Hosts Annalyse Keller and Brendan Buck talk to Punchbowl’s Jake Sherman about where the spending fight stands […]
Insight 09.04.24
Though Labor Day signals the unofficial end of summer, fall doesn’t even officially start until September 22 – but that isn’t stopping pumpkin-spice-crazed customers from trying to ring in “Augtober” […]
Insight 08.28.24
Somehow summer’s already winding down – and back-to-school sales are heating up, as families rack up their second-largest spending expenditure of the year… $31.3 billion, to be exact, to get their kids […]
Insight 08.20.24
A new survey from the AI Policy Institute (AIPI) says: From a 30,000-foot view majorities support most aspects of policymakers’ AI policy proposals, but differences emerge when you zoom in […]
Seven Letter News 08.17.24
Right now, there is chaos in Chicago. Not in the streets as a result of protests or demonstrations, but in the United Center where the Democratic National Convention team has […]
Seven Letter News 08.16.24
Seven Letter Founding Partner & CEO Erik Smith was recently featured in NPR: “It’s a convention planner’s nightmare,” said Erik Smith with a laugh. Smith was the creative director for […]