CivicScience

10/10/2026

How happy are you today? That's one of the questions we've been asking since 2010 here at CivicScience, and is a topic that Founder and CEO John Dick explores in his most recent What We're Seeing.

He covers the latest readings of the Well-Being Index and Economic Sentiment Index, how Americans are trusting individual journalists over the organizations they work for, Sober October participants, and who is buying on Chewy.

Read the full WWS now: https://hubs.la/Q04zPztc0

Want to keep up with WWS? Get John's weekly take on the latest consumer trends in your inbox every Saturday morning by subscribing here: https://hubs.la/Q04zPzv10

10/09/2026

CivicScience Founder and CEO John Dick sat down with Ed Elson of Prof G Markets this past March on his podcast to talk about all things data and how it's so important to be able to sift through and diversify where you're looking for your data.

What sources do you trust the most when it comes to data? Let us know in the comments!

10/07/2026

The latest data from CivicScience show that more Americans 21+ are planning to participate in this year, a trend that originated in the UK, much like Dry January, to limit or cease alcohol consumption for the month. When we first started tracking in 2024, only 15% of respondents said they were going to participate.

Cost is the top reason most U.S. adults cite for this month, but it's followed closely by wanting to manage or improve their physical health as well as participating with family and friends.

Are you participating in Sober October this year? Let us know in the comments!

10/05/2026

In our 3 Things to Know this week, we cover:
1. How more news consumers prefer to follow individual journalists than the organizations they work for
2. What drives Americans to actually visit a doctor when they're sick
3. Who is buying private label products at the grocery store.

Check out the full breakdown here: https://hubs.la/Q04zc6jw0

10/03/2026

In his latest What We're Seeing, Founder and CEO John Dick reflects on the all-hands week CivicScience just had in Pittsburgh, and how AI may change what work days look like.

He also dives into where Americans plan to spend their money this holiday season, pre-event numbers for the upcoming Amazon.com Prime Big Deal Days, the continued rise of TikTok shop, what you need to know about the 2026 fall sports fan, and the differing psychographic characteristics of brand loyalists.

Read the full thing here: https://hubs.la/Q04z4Ssc0

Want to keep up with WWS? Get John's weekly take on the latest consumer trends in your inbox every Saturday morning by subscribing here: https://hubs.la/Q04z4Stb0

10/01/2026

Another all-hands is in the books! As a largely remote company, it's always so energizing to have so many of our team in town for these gatherings. Getting to have weekly meetings face to face, meet the newest team members, and spend social time together drives us forward for the rest of the year.

The next one can't come soon enough!

09/30/2026

On Monday we asked Americans "To what extent do you support or oppose the Trump administration's use of taxpayer dollars to pay for television ads promoting the president?"

Nearly 8 in 10 U.S. adults (79%) say they "strongly oppose" the use of taxpayer dollars to fund television ads promoting President Trump, while 9% "strongly support" it.

America weighs in on topical polls like this every day. Subscribe to The CivicScience Poll of the Day now to join the conversation: https://hubs.la/Q0483vYn0

09/28/2026

Today's Poll of the Day roundup ⬇️

1) To what extent do you support or oppose the Trump administration's use of taxpayer dollars to pay for television ads promoting the president? Vote here: https://hubs.la/Q04ytX010

2) How do you think the Browns will fare against the Steelers this Thursday? Vote here: https://hubs.la/Q04ytWZC0

3) How likely is it that you will see the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday in theaters? Vote here: https://hubs.la/Q04ytWW10

09/26/2026

In his 9/26 What We're Seeing, Founder and CEO John Dick writes about finally visiting the famous restaurant The French Laundry in California: "Dining there had been on my bucket list since I first read Keller’s The French Laundry Cookbook in the early aughts. It still sits on the shelf in our kitchen, though I’ve never developed the skill (or the pantry) to cook a single thing in it."

He also dives into the latest reading of the Economic Sentiment index, rising prices in grocery stores, whether time or money is more valuable to Americans, advertising to those 55+, and footwear loyalists. Read the full thing here: https://hubs.la/Q04ym5f_0

Want to keep up with WWS? Get John's weekly take on consumer intent and what it means for the week ahead in your inbox every Saturday morning by subscribing here: https://hubs.la/Q04ym5df0

I finally made my pilgrimage to The French Laundry on Wednesday. It was everything I hoped it would be. More, even.  I’m sure it’s old news to many of you. But for those not steeped in foodie lore, The French Laundry was long regarded as the best restaurant in America and remains in the discuss...

09/25/2026

Our team, led by Founder and CEO John Dick, Chief Revenue Officer Alex DeSanctis, and VP of Central Sales Jay Hultgren, had a fantastic week at Silverado Resort in Napa supporting the UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation, Inc. (UHCCF)!

A huge thank you to Tyler Martin and the teams at UnitedHealthcare and UnitedHealth Group for having us. We were grateful for the opportunity to connect with clients, partners, and friends while supporting an organization doing important work to help families access critical care for their children.

A beautiful setting, wonderful company, and, most importantly, a cause that reminds us of the impact we can make when we come together.

We are incredibly grateful to have been a small part of such a meaningful week.