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Sydney Sweeney’s Controversial “My Jeans (Genes)” Commercial

Sydney Sweeney’s Controversial “My Jeans (Genes)” Commercial

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Our strategy gurus never shy away from controversy. In this episode, Mark and Lorraine dive into 2025’s biggest advertising controversy – the Sydney Sweeney American Eagle Jeans/Genes campaign! See how the positioning duo impartially shares their thoughts on the campaign and why the stock soared, the jeans flew off the shelf, and how American Eagle may once again be relevant to a new generation.


Join Mark and Lorraine for 30-ish as they discuss all things marketing, advertising, and of course … positioning!

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