From M&S to Duolingo: banter between brands on social media gets people buying – but there’s a catch: The owl that came back from the dead. daily_creativity/Shutterstock The line between entertainment and advertising is increasingly blurred thanks to social media. People no longer just consume content, they experience it – laughing, sharing and commenting. And …
‘He is always there to listen’: friendships between young men are more than just beers and banter: Matheus Ferrero/Unsplash Male friendships are often presented in the media and popular culture as relatively superficial, competitive and lacking in emotional depth. With this in mind, it’s not entirely surprising that some people seem to think men have …
Seven ways that banter can become bullying: Rawpixel.com / Shutterstock We’ve probably all experienced a joke that went too far. When used appropriately, lighthearted use of humour, mocking, insults and teasing – often referred to as banter – can strengthen relationships between friends and indicate acceptance within a social group. In some professional contexts, it …
Cricket racism row: dressing room ‘banter’ leads to a lack of diverse talent on the field – new study: There’s a saying in cricket: “Strong Yorkshire, strong England”. It dates back to when many of the national men’s team originated from Yorkshire and the health of the county side was seen as indicative of the …