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A personal reflection on the ethical tension of working in branding right now. Where shaping powerful narratives can mean grappling with complicity, silence, and the values behind the work.

Stevie Belchak

Feb 28, 2026

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From a disastrously named Australian ute to Tommy Hilfiger billboards and REI’s Black Friday rebellion, this piece explores the mechanics and references of authority — and the intangibles that can’t be taught.

Max Maclean

Feb 26, 2026

Interviews

Working with boring industries doesn't mean the work has to be. Nina Vukelic guest interviews Founder Natashsa Peskin of Boring Studio and gets the inside scoop on what it's like to work on boring businesses all day..

Nina Vukelic

Feb 26, 2026

portrait of Steve Jobs with an Apple Macintosh computer, photographed by Norman Seeff

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Kriston Rucker explores how brands can simplify complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives—without losing rigor, impact, or strategic focus.

Kriston Rucker

Feb 23, 2026

Interviews

Growth leader and entrepreneur, Mallory Contois, on earning trust, teaching as leverage, the power of community building, and orienting your ambition to the life you want - not the salary you think you need.

Mallory Contois

Feb 20, 2026

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Nick Parker, creator of Voicebox and Tone Knob, joins us to talk authority, the state of language in the age of AI, and why “showing you’re alive” matters more than ever.

The Subtext Editorial Team

Feb 12, 2026

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Mary van Ogtrop shares why her copywriting team at Duolingo let go of "content design" and re-embraced the power of great brand writing.

Mary van Ogtrop

Oct 17, 2024

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Delving into the creative world of 404 pages, showcasing how brands like Heinz and Dominos use them to enhance their brand voice and connect with their audience.

March 5, 2024

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Gen-Z in advertising is redefining the industry, focusing on collaboration, AI, and creativity while challenging outdated hierarchies and junior copywriter expectations.

May 22, 2024

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Neil Whitfield makes a case for embracing American English, breaking down linguistic differences, and highlighting the evolution and cultural richness of dialects.

September 11, 2024

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Think beyond the Moleskine. Ditch the coffee mug with a typewriter on it. This gift list / wish list proves that gifts for copywriters can be thoughtful, without thinking too hard.

December 15, 2023

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Loah’s playful tagline charms, but does the rest of their messaging hit the mark? A review of the highs and lows of their brand identity and copy.

March 29, 2024

Verbal Archive

Beca Tea's verbal identity blends tradition with creativity, crafting a bold narrative that reshapes tea's future with a fresh, rebellious voice.

March 27, 2024

Interviews

Angel Bellon shows how understanding human behavior and overlooked communities gives brands a strategic advantage in cultivating real relevance.

January 16, 2026

Verbal Archive

KesselsKramer helps hotelier citizenM challenge the hospitality industry's status quo with a cheeky, rebellious verbal identity that speaks directly to modern travelers.

November 22, 2024

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