Edward Bernays
Edward Bernays was an influential figure in the field of public relations and propaganda, often referred to as the 'father of public relations.' Born in 1891, he was the nephew of Sigmund Freud and utilized psychoanalytic concepts to shape public opinion and consumer behavior. His groundbreaking work included campaigns for the American Tobacco Company that linked smoking to women's liberation, significantly impacting advertising practices and the relationship between consumer culture and societal values.
Born on Nov 22, 1891 (133 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uruguay | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 3,473,730 | 1,614 | $54,000 | 25$ |
| Italy | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 22,377 | $2,000,000 | 740$ |
| Totals | 2 | 63,935,556 | 23,991 | $2,054,000 | 765$ |
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Italy:
Edward Bernays, a marketing expert, created false news that misled the press about Guatemala's political situation.
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Uruguay:
Edward Bernays, the father of public relations, led a marketing strategy in the 1920s to increase bacon consumption in the U.S.
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Canada:
Edward Bernays, nephew of Sigmund Freud, fabricated the protein and fat double-dose of what Bertie Wooster calls 'the old eggs and b.'
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Turkey:
Edward Bernays published his famous book 'Propaganda' in 1928 and advocated for the manipulation of public opinion.
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