Best Adweeks Podcasts (2025)

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Ep: 218 - Live from Devconnect Argentina, Sandeep Nailwal, founder of Polygon Foundation, William Duran (Minteo), Patrick Kearney (Relay Protocol), Grigore Rosu (Pi Squared) 1:49:27

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Live from Money Rails by Polygon at Devconnect 2025. 00:00 Introduction to Boys Club Live at Devconnect 00:41 Setting the Scene: Dev Connect and Money Rails 02:48 Draft Tweets: A Fun Warm-Up 05:50 Shoutouts and Event Highlights 10:23 Exploring Argentina 15:44 Trending Topics at Devconnect 25:17 Interview with Sandeep Nailwal of Polygon 38:03 Polygo…

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Ep: 219 - Special ep! The Boys Club DAO donates $200K to the Lower Eastside Girls Club, feat. guests Jenny Dembrow (Executive Director) and Aicha Cherif (Alum) 29:10

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Thank you to Polygon for supporting this podcast.

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Building the Most Agile, Adaptable and Resilient Marketing Team: The Jennie Weber Way 35:32

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In this episode of Marketing Vanguard, we sit down with Jennie Weber, Chief Marketing Officer at Best Buy to talk about all things iconic. From the non-linear approach it takes to build a legacy brand to the critical importance of adaptability and resilience in marketing teams today, Jennie breaks down the strategies that have helped her and her te…

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F1 Tech and Cadillac Enters the Track in 2026, Humanoid Robots at MWC Doha and Vision Action Models. 46:38

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In this episode of TechMagic, hosts Cathy Hackl and Lee Kebler explore how the future of AI is being shaped through hardware innovation happening around the world. They break down breakthroughs in autonomous vehicles, humanoid robots, and spatial computing, highlighting why hardware ownership now determines who controls data, training models, and l…

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Scale or Stale? Omnicom’s Big Bet on the Future 31:51

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As Omnicom reveals its new structure after completing its $13 billion acquisition of IPG, is it building the modern holdco of the future or repeating an old playbook? On this episode of Adspeak, we explore the deal’s consolidation of brands, cuts in staffing, and push into data and buying power. Ibotta Founder & CEO, Bryan Leach joins Ryan at the e…

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Digital Presence, AI-Driven Noise, Content Repurposing, Real-World Experiences, and Brand Differentiation with Cathy Hackl, Lee Kebler, and David Cash 1:04:08

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In this episode of TechMagic, hosts Cathy Hackl and Lee Kebler break down the biggest shifts shaping tech, entertainment, and personal branding. They explore emerging trends, from real-world experiences like Beastland, to the growing influence of spatial computing, and why authentic human content is becoming a premium as AI saturation rises. In the…

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Marketing as a Profit Center featuring Llibert Argerich 29:40

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Llibert Argerich, Chief Marketing Officer at Thumbtack, joins this week’s episode of Marketing Vanguard to rewrite the narrative of the marketing function - from cost centre to profit driver. Tune in to explore ROI-driven strategies that marketers can and must use, why local market strategy outperforms national campaigns for fragmented industries, …

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Inside Houseplant’s Growth Play 32:18

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Houseplant CEO and co-founder Mikey Mohr details how he and Seth Rogen used ceramics and home goods to build trust before entering the THC market. He explains the evolution from ashtrays to CPG and what it takes to survive a volatile category. Also, Treasure Data CMO Karen Wood joins Ryan in a mid-episode sidebar to discuss the biggest opportunitie…

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How Experiential Marketing Uncovers Hidden Profits ft. Kristen Lauria 25:16

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Kristen Lauria, Chief Customer and Marketing Officer at Wheels Up, joins this episode of Marketing Vanguard to explore the evolution of luxury travel marketing and brand transformation. From her unique journey from aerospace engineering to marketing leadership, Kristen shares insights on pivoting brands toward growth, building trust with high-net-w…

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AI Hype Cycles, Coca-Cola’s 70K-Prompt Misstep, Spotify’s AI Slop Battle, VR’s Killer-App Problem, Pokémon GO’s Execution Edge & Digital Passports with Lee Kebler and Andrew Schwartz 49:45

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AI is booming, VR is evolving, and AR is exploding into the real world—but most of it still feels underwhelming. On this week’s episode of TechMagic, host Lee Kebler welcomes Andrew Schwartz while host Cathy Hackl is away. Andrew is the Director of Metaverse Engineering at Nike, and together, they unpack the realities behind today’s AI hype cycle, …

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Amazon’s Next Ad War 26:42

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Amazon spent this year making an aggressive bid for the ad industry’s future, and the ripple effects were felt across agencies, tech vendors, and rival platforms. Ryan Joe and Adweek Retail & Commerce editor Kathryn Lundstrom break down Amazon's new tech that could challenge Meta, Google, and The Trade Desk for 2026 budgets. They also unpack why bu…

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How Infosys’ CMO Sumit Virmani Is Making B2B Marketing an Emotional Affair 32:10

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Sumit Virmani, Global CMO of Infosys, joins this episode of Marketing Vanguard to explore the evolving landscape of B2B marketing, the transformative impact of AI, and the delicate balance between art and science in modern marketing. As an “accidental marketer”, he brings unique strategic insights on building emotional connections in B2B, responsib…

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AI Does its Own Reputation Spin, Google’s AI Data Edge, The AI Slop Crisis, Self-Coding Malware, TED Next, Cathy Headlines Female Quotient’s AI Summit and interview on Cuffing Season 2.0 & Dating Tech ... 1:02:41

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As AI systems start rewriting their own code and sanitising negative news about themselves, the line between control and autonomy is blurring. In this episode of TechMagic, hosts Cathy Hackl and Lee Kebler explore the unsettling rise of AI self-management, Google’s growing edge over OpenAI through real-world data, and the “AI slop spiral” threateni…

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Ep: 217 - Daniel Kolitz on "The Goon Squad", Gretchen Andrew on Facetune Portraits, Bunny on Racer.fun, Mina Fahmi on Sandbar and AI Wearables 1:22:25

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Thank you to Polygon for supporting this podcast.

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Warner Bros. Discovery's M&A Madness 22:17

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All eyes in the media world are on Warner Bros. Discovery's decision to hang up a "for-sale" sign, with a potential deal rippling across the media space. Lauren Johnson and Bill Bradley unpack the media giant's move and why Paramount may be the big winner. ADWEEK shifts into high gear this November as we head to Las Vegas during formula racing seas…

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Ep: 216 - "Chinese Peptides" Explainer with Zak David of Peptide Partners 1:00:35

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Thank you to Polygon for supporting this podcast. 03:26 Introduction to Peptides 05:03 Disclaimer and FDA Approval Discussion 21:47 Cultural Movement and Personal Journey 26:53 Peptide Market and Supply Chain 34:57 Introduction to Testing Methods 35:41 Endotoxin and Heavy Metals Screening 36:59 Comparison with The Ordinary 39:41 Community Testing a…

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Inside the Mind of a University CMO: Ethan Braden on Turning Texas A&M into a National Brand 30:18

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Welcome to this episode of the Marketing Vanguard podcast. Today, Jenny Rooney speaks with Ethan Braden, Chief Marketing Officer at Texas A&M University, about building one of America’s most consequential higher-education brands. Ethan shares how his journey from Eli Lilly to Purdue University to Texas A&M shaped his approach to leadership, storyte…

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OpenAI’s $38B Deal, Hinton’s AI Shift, GTC & FiI in Riyadh, Data Wars, Meta’s Hardware, Gaming in KSA with Cathy Hackl, Lee Kebler, Melissa Tony Stires, and Janna Salokangas.of Mia AI, Cathy Heads to TED ... 1:02:54

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In this episode of TechMagic, hosts Cathy Hackl and Lee Kebler explore OpenAI’s Sora and how AI-driven video generation reshapes creativity, privacy, and consent. From OpenAI’s massive $38B AWS deal to the ethical storm over data scraping and copyright, they unpack the week’s biggest tech power plays. The duo explores Geoffrey Hinton’s surprising o…

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Hot Santa vs. The Grinch 20:03

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Target’s Hot Santa is back, and Walmart’s going full Dr. Seuss. Ryan Joe and Brittaney Kiefer unpack two wildly different holiday ad strategies and what they reveal about each retailer’s fortunes heading into the season. ADWEEK shifts into high gear this November as we head to Las Vegas during formula racing season. Sports marketing has never been …

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Thinking Human: Doug Zarkin on the Real Equation Behind Brand Value 32:00

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Welcome to this episode of the Marketing Vanguard podcast. Today, Jenny Rooney speaks with Doug Zarkin, CMO of Take 5 Oil Change and author of "Moving Your Brand Out of the Friend Zone." In this compelling conversation, Doug shares how he's transforming a commodity category into an emotional brand experience through people-first leadership. Doug's …

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Cathy at Nvidia’s GTC, Advances in Robotics, Cathy Goes Shopping with a Humanoid Robot, Samsung XR’s Future, Bored Apes Are Back and r what happened at Vogue Singapore's Next in Vogue and Singularity U ... 54:09

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In this episode of TechMagic, hosts Cathy Hackl and Lee Kebler explore the fascinating, funny, and sometimes unsettling intersection between humans and machines. From Cathy’s “shopping date” with humanoid robot Maximus to Amazon’s ambitious plans to automate its warehouses, the hosts unpack how AI and robotics are reshaping work and daily life. The…

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On the First AI of Christmas 25:57

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Santa’s out, chatbots are in. As Walmart, Shopify, and Etsy plug into ChatGPT, agentic AI is reshaping how consumers discover and buy gifts. Ryan Joe talks with ADWEEK deputy editor Lauren Johnson about what’s real, what’s hype, and how brands can prep for an AI-driven holiday rush. ADWEEK shifts into high gear this November as we head to Las Vegas…

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How Feast & Fettle's Alon Rivel is Building a Regional Food Empire 28:36

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Alon Rivel, CMO of Feast & Fettle, discusses the Northeast meal delivery company's contrarian approach to growth with Marketing Vanguard’s host Jenny Rooney. With his unconventional background spanning TV media buying, The New York Times, Bloomberg, and B2C tech startups, he brings a unique perspective to building authentic brands. The conversation…

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Ep: 215: Lead Levels and AI Matchmaking: The Future of Health and Relationships w/ Special Guests: Tom Schmidt on "The Macro," Priyanka Desai on Seed Investing, Paris Martineau on Lead in Protein, and ... 1:47:14

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In this live episode of Boys Club, the hosts kick off the show from Williamsburg, Brooklyn, introducing new co-host Miranda and covering a broad spectrum of topics with their guests. Special Guests: Tom Schmidt, Priyanka Desai, Paris Martineau and Dini Mullaji They discuss the state of crypto with Tom Schmidt, covering market trends and the evolvin…

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Ep: 214: AI's Erotic Turn and Fertility Chat: The Future of Tech and Society w/ Special Guests Sam Cole on Erotic Era, Parker Jay-Pachirat on Gen Z Investing, Fhantom Bets on Polymarket Scams, and Blake ... 1:37:51

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This live episode, broadcasted from New York City, dives into diverse and fascinating topics, featuring various speakers Each segment is packed with valuable insights and thought-provoking discussions making for an engaging and informative live show. Timestamps: 00:00 Live from New York City: Kicking Off the Show 01:12 Today's Exciting Agenda 11:19…

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Ep: 213: AI Companions & Tech Tidbits w/ Special Guests Reggie James on Pecha Kucha, Avi Schiffmann on Friend, Rachel Mayer on Stablecoins, and Cheryl Douglass on Sora 2 2:02:23

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Ep 214: Crypto, AI Companions, and the Future of Tech Special Guests: Reggie James, Avi Schiffmann, Rachel Mayer Cheryl Douglass Join us as we explore the latest in crypto, technology, and AI companions. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Setup 00:55 Upgraded Audio and Learnings 01:38 What is Boys Club? 03:01 Engaging with the Audience 03:19 Sponso…

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Ep: 212: Silicon Valley Chats: Claire Kart with Hot Takes, Jill Gunter on Zcash, Zara Stone on Chinese Peptides, Gloria Allorbi on Hot Sauce Selling in Erewhon, and Adi Thacker on Poshmark Insights 2:10:38

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Boys Club Live from Menlo Park: Peptides, Crypto Privacy, and Poshmark Insights | Special Guests Claire Kart, Jill Gunter, Gloria Allorbi, Zara Stone, and Adi Thacker Tune in for a packed show full of intriguing conversations, industry insights, and more! Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to Boys Club Live 01:15 Shoutout to A16Z and Polygon 03:36 Bitcoin H…

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The AWS Outage Chaos, Fashion's AI Revolution, Sora 2.0's Dark Side & OpenAI's Controversial Pivot with Cathy Hackl and Lee Kebler 38:05

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In this episode of TechMagic, hosts Cathy Hackl (yep, she’s back) and Lee Kebler open Pandora’s box - the tech edition. This episode’s all about navigating tech disruptions and learning to roll with the punches. From the AWS outage and OpenAI's controversial content policies, to Sora's impact on content creation, Pinterest's AI content controls, an…

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AI’s Big Emotional Ad Makeover 21:05

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From OpenAI to Anthropic, the machines have feelings now — or at least, really good creative directors. ADWEEK's Rebecca Stewart, Brittaney Kiefer, and Trishla Ostwal unpack how AI companies are humanizing their brands with some help from Madison Avenue, and how those efforts are landing with consumers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo…

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Transforming Heritage Retail Brands from JCPenney to Brooks Brothers with Marisa Thalberg 32:37

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Welcome to this episode of the Marketing Vanguard podcast. Today, Jenny Rooney speaks with Marisa Thalberg, Chief Customer and Marketing Officer at Catalyst Brands, in a candid conversation about leadership, risk-taking, and brand transformation in retail marketing. Marisa discusses her career journey across diverse industries - from Estée Lauder a…

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Sora 2, AI Ethics, Nintendo Research, Apple Vision Pro, Support Ends for Windows 10 with Lee Kebler and Adam Davis McGee 47:36

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In this episode of TechMagic, hosts Lee Kebler and Adam Davis McGee explore the evolving intersection of AI, creativity, and ethics. Cathy is away this week and will rejoin the show next week. Meanwhile, Lee and Adam delve into OpenAI’s Sora 2 and its implications for digital rights, content authenticity, and ethical innovation. The hosts examine N…

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In Brands We Trust: Gen Z vs. Millennials 35:57

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From Google and PayPal to Red Bull and Bitcoin, the brands we trust say a lot about the generations we’re part of. In this episode, Morning Consult CMO Jeff Cartwright unpacks which brands Millennials and Gen Z trust most—and what their choices reveal about hustle culture, digital skepticism, and the future of brand loyalty. Hosted on Acast. See ac…

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Timeless Marketing Principles in the AI Era: A Conversation with Meta's CMO, Alex Schultz 27:13

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Welcome to this episode of the Marketing Vanguard podcast. Today, Jenny Rooney speaks with Alex Schultz, Chief Marketing Officer and VP of Analytics at Meta, about his newly released book "Click Here: The Art and Science of Digital Marketing and Advertising As Jenny's repeat guest, Alex brings battle-tested insights from his 18-year tenure at Meta,…

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OpenAI’s Sora, Deepfakes, Meta Ray-Bans, AI Startup Boom, and the End of AOL with Cathy Hackl and Lee Kebler 36:47

2M ago36:47

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In this episode of TechMagic, hosts Cathy Hackl and Lee Kebler unpack the week’s biggest tech stories, from OpenAI’s latest announcements and Sora’s deepfake potential to Meta’s sold-out Ray-Ban smart glasses. They explore how AI integrations with platforms like Coursera, Canva, and Zillow could reshape how we access and trust information. The host…

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In this episode of TechMagic, host Lee Kebler is joined by Nic Hill, co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Sawhorse Productions, to explore the latest tech developments shaping our digital world. Together, they break down Meta Connect’s memorable moments and mobile-first pivot with Horizon Worlds, Intel’s surprising $5B partnership with NVIDIA…