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# Tongue-Twisting Pizza Challenges
Casey's is Challenging Fans to Say "Pepperoni" Fast

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2023-04-21 | Marketing
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/say-pepperoni
References: [businesswire](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230411005374/en) & [pepperonichallenge](http://www.pepperonichallenge.com)

![Tongue-Twisting Pizza Challenges](https://cdn.trendhunterstatic.com/thumbs/503/say-pepperoni.jpeg)

For a short time this month, [Casey's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepperoni-pepperoni-pepperoni-pizza) is inviting fans to say "pepperoni" as many times as they possibly can in 10 seconds. The Pepperoni Pepperoni Pepperoni Challenge promises to put quick-talkers to the test to see who comes out on top of this tongue twister. Guests can unlock prizes like [free pizza, rewards points](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pizza-before-the-hut) and more via the Casey's app.

This challenge ties in with the [Pepperoni Pepperoni Pepperoni pizza](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trippple-peppp-pizza) launched by Casey's last month featuring crispy-cupping pepperoni, deli-style pepperoni and traditional pepperoni on made-from-scratch dough. This challenge brings attention to the pepperoni-loaded pizza.

Brand challenges on social media have the potential to create buzz, engage consumers, build stronger relationships and boost sales as a result.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.0/10
- Popularity: 8% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 15%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Pizza Challenges:** Creating brand challenges on social media can increase consumer engagement and boost sales.
- **Tongue Twister Challenges:** Incorporating tongue twisters as part of promotional events can drive attention and interest around products.
- **Rewards Programs:** Implementing app-based rewards programs can attract and retain customers while boosting sales.

### Where This Applies

- **Fast Food Industry:** Fast-food restaurants can take advantage of social media challenges to drive consumer engagement and sales growth.
- **Marketing Industry:** Marketing agencies can assist brands in creating innovative and engaging social media challenges to drive growth.
- **Mobile App Industry:** Mobile app developers can work on creating personalized and seamless rewards programs to drive engagement and retention for brands.

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