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I Discovered Dick’s Sporting Goods Marketing Playbook

Author
Eric Gray
Published
Mon 01 Sep 2025
Episode Link
https://radical-content.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-30-rename-Udm_TodX

I just discovered Dick’s Sporting Goods’ big marketing secret and it’s not what you think. They’ve built their own storytelling studio and are investing in documentaries that hit way deeper than ads. In this episode, I break down why that works and what we can learn from it. If you run social or brand strategy, this one will get you thinking bigger.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why Dick’s Sporting Goods launched a storytelling studio.
  • How documentaries drive brand growth and loyalty.
  • The power of long-form stories vs. quick ads.
  • Common mistakes brands make with storytelling.
  • How to apply this playbook on any budget.

 

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