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1 week ago | demographyunplugged.com | Neil Howe |Christian Ford

A recent Axios survey ranks the 100 most visible companies in America by reputation. This year, low prices were more important than political stances. —AxiosSince 2019, Axios and the Harris Poll have conducted an annual survey on corporate reputation. Respondents identify the two companies with the best reputations and the two companies with the worst reputations. These responses are aggregated to rank the 100 most visible brands in America. Here is a look at the top 10 brands in 2025.

3 weeks ago | demographyunplugged.com | Neil Howe |Christian Ford

A majority of U.S. Catholics believe the Church should become more inclusive. But the most devout Catholics say the opposite. —Pew Research Center Since Pope Francis' death, a familiar debate has reemerged among Catholics: Should the Church remain rooted in tradition, or should it aim for “inclusivity” by adopting progressive reforms? A new Pew survey asked American Catholics to weigh in, and the results reveal a sharp divide.

4 weeks ago | demographyunplugged.com | Neil Howe |Christian Ford

Prebiotic sodas are booming. While their health claims may be overstated, their appeal is cross-generational. —AxiosOver the past two decades, anti-calorie and anti-sugar initiatives have driven steady declines in milk, juice, and soda consumption. (See “Thirsty for a Change.”) But as traditional beverages lose their luster, niche brands and specialty products are moving in to take their place. The latest winner: prebiotic sodas.

1 month ago | demographyunplugged.com | Neil Howe |Christian Ford

A majority of Coachella attendees used a payment plan to purchase their tickets, sparking a debate about Millennials’ financial literacy. —BillboardLast weekend marked the close of Coachella, Millennials’ favorite music festival. While headlines typically focus on celebrity sightings and fashion trends, this year, the spotlight shifted to a stat first reported by Billboard: an estimated 65% to 70% of attendees used a seller-designed payment plan to purchase their tickets (>$499).

1 month ago | demographyunplugged.com | Neil Howe |Christian Ford

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