TIKTOK CHICKEN BOCK
EVEN IF TIKTOK GOES AWAY
CHICKEN BOCK LIVES ON!
Creative Storytelling Lives On with Speaking Human’s Chicken Bock
TikTok might be banned, but creative storytelling is far from over. At Speaking Human, we’re proving that ingenuity doesn’t rely on a single platform. Enter Chicken Bock: your go-to landing page for marketing brilliance with a poultry twist. Dive into big-brand campaigns that cluck with creativity, proving that even chickens can inspire groundbreaking ideas. Ready to get inspired? Chicken Bock is your feathered friend in a post-TikTok world.
Here’s a timeline highlighting key events in TikTok’s history
TikTok, developed by the Chinese company ByteDance, has experienced significant growth and faced various challenges since its inception. Throughout its journey, TikTok has become a cultural phenomenon, influencing music, fashion, and social media trends globally. However, it has also faced scrutiny over data privacy and security concerns, leading to significant legal and regulatory challenges.
2012
ByteDance is founded in Beijing by entrepreneur Zhang Yiming.
2016
ByteDance launches Douyin, a short-form video app for the Chinese market.
2017
ByteDance introduces TikTok, the international version of Douyin, aiming to expand its reach beyond China. ByteDance acquires Musical.ly, a popular lip-syncing app, for approximately $1 billion.
2018
TikTok merges with Musical.ly, consolidating user accounts and data under the TikTok platform, which boosts its popularity in the U.S. and other markets.
2019
TikTok agrees to pay a $5.7 million fine to settle Federal Trade Commission allegations of violating U.S. child privacy laws.
2021
TikTok announces it has surpassed 1 billion monthly active users worldwide.
2024
Legislation signed requiring ByteDance to sell TikTok to a U.S. owner within a year or cease operations in the United States, citing national security concerns.
2025
The U.S. Supreme Court upholds the federal law banning TikTok unless it’s sold by ByteDance, with the ban set to take effect on January 19, 2025.
TikTok and Chicken-Based Marketing: An Unexpected Connection
TikTok has been a hotbed for creativity, where brands find quirky ways to connect with audiences. Surprisingly, chickens have become a common theme in many viral campaigns, from KFC’s dancing Colonel to Popeyes’ “Chicken Wars.” Why? Chickens are fun, familiar, and inherently meme-able, making them perfect for the playful, fast-paced TikTok culture.
With TikTok facing challenges, brands still need to capture that sense of fun and storytelling. Enter Chicken Bock: our curated showcase of chicken-themed marketing campaigns. It’s proof that creative storytelling doesn’t stop—it evolves. Just like TikTok made chickens trend, Chicken Bock keeps the creativity clucking!
AdWatch: TACO BELL | Bridging The Chicken Divide
This ad spot from Taco Bell features their Cantina Chicken Menu, and how it has the power to bring everyone together
AdWatch: Marvel Studios | Deadpool & Wolverine & Chicken Strips
This ad spot from Marvel Studios, promotes a Jack in the Box spicy combo, while also promoting their own spicy combo… Deadpool & Wolverine
KFC’s Newest Tagline Is Worthy of Worship
KFC introduces a new tagline with a hypnotic spot featuring a chicken-worshiping cult dancing through city streets.
AdWatch: KFC | BELIEVE IN CHICKEN
In an increasingly AI world, it leaves us wondering what is real and what is not; However in this spot from KFC, they assure us that we will always be able to believe in chicken
AdWatch: CHILI’S | Chicken Crispers Credit Score
In this ad by Netflix we get to revisit the world of Scott Pilgrim with all of the actors returning, but this time it is an animated retelling of the graphic novel of the same name.
AdWatch: BURGER KING | We Give Up
In this ad by Burger King it seems like people have whopper on their mind. Not only is Burger King the home of the Whopper but also the Chicken Royale.
AdWatch: BURGER KING | A Little More Confusing
In this ad by Burger King we get to see inside the brains of children and why they ask so many questions. Is the plant based long chicken the same as eating a salad?
AdWatch: TWIX | Chickens
Twix introduces a new cookie dough flavor. The commercial features two talking chickens who ask some very philosophical questions.
KFC Knows You Want to Eat That Chicken
This ad is simply there to remind us that we all have our weaknesses. It just so happens that we all share one common weakness; Chicken.
Applebee’s Saucy Music Video Is Not About Cannibalism
It is an interesting partnership and the kind that has become commonplace in today’s world of marketing.
Weekly Buzz: Atari Turns 50, Kraft at 85 & Cannibal Chicken
This episode of the Buzz features Atari Turning 50, Kraft at 85 & Cannibal Chicken.
Larry Might Be a Cannibal
The Bojangles chicken mascot, created for this ad spot, seems intent on ignoring the fact that he’ll be consuming his own species.
AdWatch: Bojangles | Larry
In this spot, Larry the chicken is so enthralled with the new Bojangles chicken sandwich, that he is pecking at the idea of eating one himself.
Have a Finger Lickin’ Mother’s Day With the KFC Buckquet
KFC spices up Mother’s Day by suggesting that you get her a better bouquet. Get her the Kentucky Fried Buckquet!
Shake Shack Helps Hopeless Romantics Find Their True Love—Chicken!
Shake Shack partners with DoorDash to create Eat Cute, a dating site where you can meet your one true love—chicken!
The Chicken Scented KFC Holiday Getaway
Once again, KFC released their 11 Herbs & Spices Firelog for the holidays. Though this time there’s a catch. One winner will take a KFC-themed vacation to Kentucky!
Popeyes Makes “Piece” With Its Chicken Rivals
This new campaign strikes a different chord from the aggressive and combative strategies taken during the chicken war.
McDonald’s Teams Up with BTS
The BTS Meal will be available globally—they’ll be the first celebrities to get their custom menu items shared worldwide.
Weekly Buzz: Chicken Fights, General Insurance, & Gremlins That Love Zero Sugar Drinks
This week the BUZZ features Popeyes, The General, & MTN DEW… Watch each episode and get fresh BUZZ.
Popeyes Buys URLs and Cooks McDonald’s “Goose” in the Process
Let this serve as a warning. Don’t let your goose, or chicken in this case, get cooked by another brand. Protect yourself by procuring domains that are similar to your own.
AdWatch: KFC | Colonel Snowman
KFC’s Colonel turned Snowman delivers a piping hot dinner, leading to some disastrous results for the famous chicken icon.
Weekly Buzz: Devoted to Dogs & Chickens
This week the BUZZ features Saucony, KFC, & Busch… Watch each episode and get fresh BUZZ.
KFC Presses Pause on Iconic Slogan… for Now
In an effort to recognize the global pandemic, KFC’s advertising confesses that the slogan might be a tad tasteless for the time being.
AdWatch: KFC | KFC Presses Pause on It’s Finger Lickin’ Good For Now
KFC has dropped “finger lickin” from its slogan to be more socially conscious of the Covid-19 pandemic.
AdWatch: KFC | KFC Is Back
Watch how fans cope without their specially made Kentucky Fried Chicken.
Weekly WUZZ: What do Disney, Sony, Matrix 4, chicken and Blockbuster have in common?
This week the WUZZ features Disney, Sony, Matrix 4, Chicken ThunderDome on Twitter and Blockbuster Video’s Blunder
Wild One Howls About Ethically-Sourced Dog Treats
Today’s consumers want to know where the food products they buy come from.
Weekly Buzz: KFC’s Chicken & Waffles, Pringles, & Chirps Cricket Chips
This week the BUZZ features the KFC’s Chicken & Waffles, Pringles seasonal flavors and Chirps Cricket Chips… Watch each episode and get fresh BUZZ.
Chirps Buzzes About the Benefits of Bugs in Your Belly
This cricket chip brand could help bring insect eating to mainstream America.
AdWatch: KFC | Dance Is The Hidden Language Of The Stomach
What a couple! In this ad, Mrs. Butterworth’s and The Kernel join forces in a mating dance to create a new KFC meal.
Episode 109: Fall Maple Mania
We tap into the seasonal flavor that could be the next pumpkin spice and answer three burning questions about the past, present, and future of fall marketing.
Maple Strikes Again with KFC’s Chicken & Waffles
KFC is partnering with Mrs. Butterworth to deliver something delightfully unexpected—Kentucky Fried Chicken & Waffles.
Burger King Cooks Up Nightmares with New Sandwich
The fast-food brand conducts clinical research to prove their latest limited-time offering will creep into your sleep.
Chic-fil-A Demonstrates Human Kindness
After the power outage at Atlanta’s International Airport, the fast food chain offered to feed stranded passengers…
Weekly Buzz: KFC, Kleenex & Mars
The BUZZ features Kentucky Fried Chicken and more in this week’s Stinger… Watch each episode and get fresh new BUZZ.
Kentucky Fried Creepy: KFC’s VR Horror Game
KFC has created a VR Game that trains employees on how to cook a batch of their famous fried chicken.
10 Best Fast Food Eats of All Time
During a recent podcast discussion of the best fast food menu items, a question arose: What constitutes fast food? The best answer we could come up with: a drive-thru. In order for a food item to be eligible for this list, you must be able to grab it in minutes...
Kentucky Fried Chicken Versus Apple
How do you celebrate your business’s 30 year anniversary – with a branded phone of course! That’s what KFC is doing!
Episode 85: Cookie Coated Chicken / Fast Food Funk Awards
We chomp into Popeye’s new cookie coated chicken to determine its marketing tenderness, and share our award winners for funkiest fast food menu items.
WATCH EPISODE 85: COOKIE COATED CHICKEN / FAST FOOD FUNK AWARDS
We chomp into Popeye’s new cookie coated chicken to determine its marketing tenderness, and share our award winners for funkiest fast food menu items. Grab your mayonnaise pizza and hot dog waffles because this podcast is about to obliterate your taste buds!
AdWatch: KFC | Zinger
KFC wins the space race in this ad for their Zinger sandwich.
Final Four: Choosing the Champion of Our Fast Food Marketing Madness Bracket
You may have noticed fast-food marketing has grown increasingly weird in recent years. That weirdness was on full display in the month of March when a number of top fast food chains took "March Madness" to a whole new level with their marketing efforts. With a tip of...
Episode 37: Fast Food Marketing Madness
We pit four fast food chains against each other in a bracket to determine whose weird marketing effort won the month of March.
Does your marketing taste like chicken?
I'm sure you've heard the expression "It tastes like chicken." It's a common phrase used to describe almost any food that tastes so similar to chicken it could be mistaken for the non-flying, mass-consumed bird we know as poultry. So what does marketing have to do...
Good Marketing Meets Bad Planning
Even good marketing campaigns can produce a negative impact if they're not tightly coordinated. And it can happen to big guys, small guys and everyone in between. A word of caution to those who have great marketing ideas, but don't develop a sound strategy for...
AdWatch: Kroger | Perfect Eggs
In this classic ad by Krogers we see an animated chicken laying an egg and showing us the process in which the egg goes through until you buy it.
