# Ep.561 Elvis Presley Made Money From the People Who Hated Him

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Published: 2026-09-25T13:00:00+00:00
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Most brands waste enormous energy trying to win over people who were never going to love them in the first place. Colonel Tom Parker understood something different. While Elvis Presley was creating intense devotion and equally intense backlash, Parker sold merchandise to both sides—including “I Love Elvis” and “I Hate Elvis” buttons. In today’s episode, we break down why polarization does not automatically weaken a brand, how strong reactions can increase attention, and why watering down your...

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