Best CMO Alliance Podcasts (2025)

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The #1 Reason Employees Quit (And How to Retain Your Best People) 19:58

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11h ago19:58

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Kaylee Keil, HR professional, leadership coach, and board member, joins Melinda Lee in this episode of the Speak In Flow podcast to unpack why communication is the most critical and often overlooked skill for leaders. From her experience curating HR events at The Nimble Group, Kaylee reveals how failing to "own" communication drives turnover, while…

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The Effective CMO: Kraft Heinz's Diana Frost 26:09

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With eight $1 billion+ brands, Kraft Heinz's commitment to building creative platforms is essential to growth. CMO Diana Frost joins the pod to discuss how Kraft Heinz is rethinking marketing effectiveness. Hosted by WARC's Ann Marie Kerwin.

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Balancing Innovation and Fundamentals in Marketing with Elizabeth Irvine, Siteimprove 17:51

1d ago17:51

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“Rather than trying to hack your way into winning, focus on your customer and provide the best possible content, experience, answers, and trust,” says Elizabeth Irvine, Senior Director of Growth Marketing at Siteimprove. In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, Jonathan Gandolf is joined by Elizabeth Irvine as they discuss the fine balance bet…

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All change: is media facing an existential crisis? 40:46

2d ago40:46

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Brian Morrissey (The Rebooting) joins to discuss big shake-ups in media including the impact of AI, Trump 2.0, and new revenue models with WARC's Alex Brownsell and David Tiltman.

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Home-based care to tackle maternal health inequities and improve outcomes - with Rebekah Gee 43:15

6d ago43:15

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The U.S. ranks worst among developed nations for maternal and child health outcomes, highlighting a systemic failure that demands urgent attention. In this episode, Rebekah Gee examines the crisis of maternal mortality in the U.S. and how structural inequities and lack of home-based care continue to harm vulnerable families, drawing on her own life…

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Why Women’s Leadership is the Future of Tech 27:24

7d ago27:24

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Anna Radulovski, CEO of WomenTech Network and author of Chief in Tech, went from navigating male-dominated tech conferences to creating the world’s largest platform for women in technology. In this episode of the Speak In Flow podcast with host Melinda Lee, Anna reveals how resilience, generosity, and imperfect action can dismantle barriers and why…

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'Ask Me Anything' with Mark Ritson (mailbag edition!) 40:59

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Mark Ritson goes off-script to answer listener questions about Byron Sharp's view on pricing, agency upheaval, creators, AI, brand mega-deals and more with WARC's David Tiltman. Check out the video version on WARCs YouTube channel.

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Scaling Up: Kevin Fassnacht's Leap from Solo Shop to Big Leagues 36:20

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Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify Infield, host Jacob Edmond sits down with returning guest Kevin Fassnacht, owner of Fine Point Cabinetry, to explore what it really looks like to level up from a successful one-man shop to running a growing business. Kevin shares the story of acquiring another millwork shop, taking on …

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A new rebel alliance: the rise of indie strategists 41:55

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More and more senior strategy leaders are leaving ad agencies to go independent. Tom Morton, Suzanne Powers and Faris Yakob join the pod to discuss what the indie life offers. Hosted by WARC's David Tiltman.

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Humans in health care - with Tom Fisher 45:32

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Health care fundamentally lacks accountability to the humanity of its patients due to systemic profit-driven motives. In this episode, Dr. Thomas Fisher, an emergency room physician, discusses his journey through emergency medicine and public policy, illustrating how health care reflects systemic societal challenges, especially during the COVID-19 …

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Persuasion Tactics That Actually Work for Cross-Departmental Buy-In 32:49

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You can’t persuade people when you’re stuck in your own head. Stephen Mar knows what it’s like to lose an audience. As Chief Legal & Administrative Officer at Odeko. But his biggest communication breakthrough didn’t happen in a courtroom. In this episode of the Speak In Flow podcast with Melinda Lee, Stephen reveals how an early-career email taught…

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The Future of Agency Marketing in an AI World with Clay Ostrom, Founder and Brand Strategist, Map & Fire 27:58

14d ago27:58

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“AI is reshaping the way agencies operate, but human creativity and strategic thinking will always be essential to differentiate and add true value,” says Clay Ostrom, Founder and Brand Strategist of Map & Fire and SmokeLadder. In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, Jonathan Gandolf sits down with Clay to discuss how the evolving landscape o…

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The Effective CMO: e.l.f Beauty's Kory Marchisotto 30:37

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E.l.f Beauty has seen 25 consecutive quarters of sales growth and market share gains. CMO Kory Marchisotto joins to discuss how marketing has played an outsized role in e.l.f's growth. Hosted by WARC's Anna Hamill.

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Retail media’s creative conundrum 21:04

16d ago21:04

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Retail media’s questionable creativity credentials may be holding it back from securing a greater share of brand marketing budgets. Commentators Andrew Lipsman, Colin Lewis and Kiri Masters joined WARC at Cannes Lions to explore how the industry can respond.

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Why Content Needs to Be Human Verified in the Age of AI with Amy Cook, Co-Founder and CMO of Fullcast 25:21

18d ago25:21

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“If you think AI is just for automating content, you're missing the point,” says Dr. Amy Cook, Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer at Fullcast. In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, host Jonathan Gandolf is joined by Amy Cook to discuss the evolving role of AI in marketing and sales. As a seasoned veteran in both marketing and tech, Amy …

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The story of palliative care, on the big screen - with Jessica Zitter 37:35

20d ago37:35

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One of the most overlooked but transformative tools in health care is the courage to face hard truths, especially at the end of life. In this episode, Dr. Jessica Zitter shares how burnout and a pivotal confrontation early in her ICU career led her to embrace the palliative care movement and shift toward more human-centered healing. Through her fil…

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The Art of Marketing in the Age of Disruption with Alexander Bleeker, Head of Operations at AI Marketing Alliance 22:48

22d ago22:48

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“Your content shouldn’t be benchmarked against your competitors,” says Alexander Bleeker, Content Marketing Consultant for Goldcast and Head of Operations at AI Marketing Alliance. In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, Jonathan Gandolf sits down with Alexander Bleeker to discuss what modern B2B content strategy looks like in a world reshape…

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Don’t Get Scammed! How to Vet Risk Management Consulting Firms 23:30

21d ago23:30

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Kevin D. Oden, CEO of Kevin D. Oden & Associates and former head of operational risk at Wells Fargo, knows the high-stakes world of financial compliance isn’t for the faint of heart. In this episode of the Speak In Flow podcast with Melinda Lee, he reveals how to spot hollow expertise, why "big name" consultants often fail smaller institutions, and…

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The Effective CMO: Suncorp's Mim Haysom 23:40

21d ago23:40

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Aussie insurance giant Suncorp knows a thing or two about resiliency: both as a 120+ year brand, and through helping its customers in the toughest of times. Mim Haysom, EGM - Brand & Marketing, joins WARC's Rica Facundo to discuss what effectiveness means to Suncorp.

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Shaping the Industry: James Drury on Training Tomorrow's Craftsmen 45:30

22d ago45:30

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Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify Infield, host Jacob Edmond sits down with James Drury, Director of Training and Development at Master Millwork, to talk about the mindset, methods, and mission behind developing new talent in the millwork industry. From humble beginnings building concierge desks during hotel off-season…

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How Executive Dinners Drive B2B Success with Kristi Gamboni, TrustRadius 23:29

24d ago23:29

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"Marketing isn't always about measurable metrics, sometimes it's about creating a vibe that connects with your audience," says Kristi Gamboni, Senior Integrated Marketing Manager at TrustRadius. In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, Jonathan Gandolf sits down with Kristi Gamboni to discuss the power of face-to-face marketing events, especia…

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Unilever's marketing refresh and the rise of B2B creators 35:46

23d ago35:46

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It's a Contagious takeover episode! Unilever's Esi Eggleston Bracey talks about the company's marketing refresh, and TikTok star Eugene Healey (eugbrandstrat) discusses why brands want to turn up in culture with Contagious's Adam Richmond.

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The Unexpected Connection Strategy That Created a $3M Deal 28:56

28d ago28:56

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Festivals bring joy, foster connection, and create transformative spaces, and James Weisberg learned from a young age how to harness their power to build a visionary future. As the founder of Project Vitality and co-founder of Cresci Labs, James blends entertainment, education, and community impact through festivals, startup ecosystems, and a minds…

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The Effective CMO: Instacart's Laura Jones 24:25

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Instacart grew from a tiny start-up in 2012 to 82.3 million grocery orders in Q1 2025. CMO Laura Jones joins the pod to share how marketing played an important role in that growth. Hosted by Ann Marie Kerwin, Americas Editor, WARC Strategy.

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How to win a Creative Strategy Lion: tips from the jury 21:04

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Creative Strategy Lions jury president Pats McDonald and juror Yusuf Chuku share tips on what drives outstanding creative strategy, jury deliberations and much more with WARC's John Bizzell.

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Kindness and what matters to you - with Maureen Bisognano 44:28

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The most powerful antidote to a fragmented health care system may be something deceptively simple: listening. In this episode, Maureen Bisognano shares how compassion, curiosity, and relational care can transform health care by improving communication, trust, and outcomes for patients and providers alike. Through personal stories and global initiat…

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The Effective CMO: Dirt Is Good 25:24

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Shoppers around the world buy Unilever's Dirt Is Good laundry products 120 times per second. Tati Lindenberg, Chief Brand Officer for Dirt Is Good, joins to discuss localising a global masterbrand, partnerships with Arsenal FC and much more. Hosted by WARC's Anna Hamill.

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Public Speaking Anxiety? Do THIS Before Your Next Talk 27:47

1M ago27:47

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Jaime Lee, USC trustee, real estate CEO, and keynote speaker to thousands, once hyperventilated into a paper bag before speeches. In this vulnerable conversation with Melinda Lee, she reveals how she rewired her mindset from "I can’t say the alphabet if called on" to commanding boardrooms and commencement stages. Discover her counterintuitive secre…

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If the Math Ain’t Mathing Part 2: High-Profit Habits 46:21

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Text us your feedback on the podcast! In Part 2 of this Verify Infield conversation, host Jacob Edmond and guest John Van Erem, Executive VP at Adams Group, dive deeper into the real-world strategies that separate high-profit millwork companies from the rest. This episode goes beyond definitions and digs into plant vs. non-plant produced work, inst…

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Insider tips on how to win a Creative Effectiveness Lion 23:37

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2025 Creative Effectiveness Lions jurors Andrea Diquez (Global CEO, GUT) and Martin Beverley (CSO, Ace of Hearts) share insights into the jury's decision-making process, the campaigns that impressed them, and tips on how to win a Lion. Hosted by WARC's John Bizzell.

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Cannes Day 5: The unexpected secret to 'making cool sh-t' 41:18

1M ago41:18

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How Brene Brown quotes helped Mercado Libre win dozens of Lions, some real talk on creators and inside stories from a Lions jury room. Hosted by WARC's David Tiltman. Guests: Sean Summers, Chief Marketing Officer, Mercado Libre; Fernando Ribiero, Global Chief Strategy Officer, GUT; Anastasia Leng, CEO and Founder, CreativeX; John Bizzell, Head of A…

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The human impact of today's politics on the oldest public hospital in America - with Eric Wei 41:17

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What if the hospitals serving society’s most vulnerable were actually delivering some of the most essential care in the country? In this episode, Dr. Eric Wei explores the vital role of public hospitals in serving vulnerable populations and dispelling the myth that they provide second-tier care. He discusses system improvements through Lean strateg…

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Cannes Day 4: Not all reach is created equal 43:24

1M ago43:24

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Mind-blowing new research on reach promises to reshape media investment. We also discuss Love Bonito's brand growth story and keys to multimarket success. Guests: Felipe Thomaz, Associate Professor of Marketing at the University of Oxford; Stuart Bowden, Global Chief Strategy and Product Officer at WPP Media; Gurdeep Puri, Founding Partner at the E…

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The #1 Pitch Mistake Tech Founders Make 20:33

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When you start a business, it’s easy to obsess over your product- perfecting the tech, the features, the "how." But what happens when you realize no one cares how it works… unless you can make them believe in why it matters? In this episode of the Speak In Flow Podcast, Melinda Lee interviews Rohin Parkar, the CEO of Spintly, who has experienced th…

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Cannes Day 3: 'Creativity's not the wrapper, it's the f--king present' 39:26

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It's time to shake up how we think about creativity. Experts guests including System1, Heineken, Rob Campbell, Paula Bloodworth and Kantar drop by the pod with their perspectives on where creativity is going next. Guests: Paula Bloodworth, Founder and Chief Strategy Officer Alien Baby, Chief Marketing Officer of Idris Elba's IE7; Rob Campbell, Chie…

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Cannes Day 2: Brand-building is so back 39:32

1M ago39:32

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Brand building in a complex media landscape is the talk of the Croisette. Festival speakers including McDonalds, Spotify, Dr Grace Kite, the IPA, and Tracksuit join us to share about how to get it right. Guests: Michael Ainette, Chief Creative Officer, FCB New York; Rich Frankel, Global Creative Director, Spotify Advertising; Dr. Grace Kite, VP Ana…

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Cannes Day 1: Creative ways to stop burning money 36:55

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We're in Cannes! Expert speakers drop in to discuss unshittifying CX, the 'eye-watering' financial impact of dull media and how to unearth more insightful trends. Guests: Yael Cesarkas, Executive Strategy Director, R/GA; Dr Karen Nelson-Field, Founder, Amplified Intelligence; Adam Morgan, co-founder, eatbigfish; Amy Daroukakis, Founder, Culture Con…

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The connection between meaning and purpose to reduce staff burnout - with Steve Swensen 40:13

2M ago40:13

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Burnout among health care professionals isn't just a staffing issue; it’s a crisis rooted in systems, culture, and misaligned values. In this episode, Dr. Steve Swensen explores the growing crisis of burnout and moral injury among health care workers, highlighting its roots in emotional exhaustion, misaligned values, and lack of agency, and how it …

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Why MarketingOps Is More Than Marketing with Mike Rizzo, Community-led Founder & CEO at MarketingOps.com 29:21

2M ago29:21

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"MarketingOps isn't just marketing—it's a product function," says Mike Rizzo, Community-led Founder & CEO at MarketingOps.com In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, host Jonathan Gandolf is joined by Mike Rizzo for a deep dive into the rising influence—and expanding responsibilities—of MarketingOps. From building community-led ecosystems to …

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The big stories to watch at Cannes Lions 29:15

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Building influence in the C-suite, the creator takeover and 'unshittifying' CX... it's all happening at Cannes Lions 2025. WARC's David Tiltman and Anna Hamill discuss the big stories to watch at Cannes this year. Find out more about Creative Impact here.

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Multicultural Marketing in 2025 28:09

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When in Rome, do as the Romans do. Closing a deal has its tricks, but when you take the game overseas, you’ll quickly learn every culture has its own rules. On this episode of Speak in Flow, global consultant Jonathan Holburt joins Melinda Lee to unpack how you win buy-in across borders. From breakfast meetings in Korea (with zero business talk) to…

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If the Math Ain't Mathing Part 1 - Revenue, Cost and Margin 57:02

2M ago57:02

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Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify Infield, host Jacob Edmond sits down with returning guest John VanErem, Executive VP at Adams Group, to break down the financial fundamentals every millwork company should understand, but many overlook. This isn’t just another chat about spreadsheets. John brings real-world clarity to …

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Trends in entertainment and leisure marketers need to know 16:37

2M ago16:37

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Kidults, social fitness and the rise of conservative video... WARC's Adi Kishore and Stephanie Siew dig into entertainment and leisure trends marketers need to know.

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Why Content Is a Revenue Engine (Not Just a Marketing One) with Selma Chauvin, CRO of Agorapulse 24:42

2M ago24:42

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“If you think content is a marketing thing, you're already doing it wrong,” says Selma Chauvin, Chief Revenue Officer at Agorapulse In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, host Jonathan Gandolf welcomes Selma Chauvin to discuss how content must evolve from random acts of marketing into a critical tool for revenue growth. As a former marketer …

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Health Care AI at Speed – Recorded at IHI Leadership Alliance Spring Meeting 2025 with Brett Moran, Charles Binkley & Lucas Zier 37:56

2M ago37:56

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AI in health care is advancing rapidly, with promising uses in imaging and admin tasks, but its diagnostic and patient-facing roles demand careful, human-centered oversight to ensure safety and equity. In this episode, experts Brett Moran, Charles Binkley, and Lucas Zier discuss the evolving role of AI in health care, from established tools like im…

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Why Out-of-Home Ads Still Pack a Punch in a Digital World with Charlie Riley, OneScreen.ai 26:09

2M ago26:09

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“Out-of-home marketing might be the most underrated B2B channel right now,” says Charlie Riley, Head of Marketing at OneScreen.ai In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, host Jonathan Gandolf sits down with Charlie Riley to explore the creative resurgence of out-of-home (OOH) advertising—and why it’s becoming a powerful tool for modern market…

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How to Make Strategic Alliances and Network like a CEO 32:03

2M ago32:03

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What does it take to show up fully in a room, build trust across partnerships, and be the kind of person people actually want to work with? On this episode of the Speak In Flow Podcast, Tony Zirnoon, Director of Channel and Strategic Partnerships at Actian, a true “connector” in both tech and human ecosystems. With experience bridging innovation an…

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Why strategy needs to be more feral 42:11

2M ago42:11

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Brand strategy has been 'enshittified', argues Richard Huntington, CSO of Saatchi and Saatchi, in his new book Feral Strategy. He speaks to WARC's Lena Roland about why marketers need to throw off the constraints of orthodoxy and dogma to fix bland and uninspiring work.

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Why Fit Matters More Than Fame In Influencer Marketing with Vivien Garnès, Upfluence 23:06

2M ago23:06

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“Favor fit over fame for influencer marketing success,” says Vivien Garnès, co-CEO at Upfluence In this episode of The Content Cocktail Hour, Vivien Garnès, co-founder and co-CEO of Upfluence, joins Jonathan Gandolf to unpack influencer marketing in the B2B and B2B2C space. Vivien shares why aligning your influencer’s audience with your brand matte…

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Sir Martin Sorrell is still bullish on advertising's future 36:45

2M ago36:45

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S4 Capital's Sir Martin Sorrell joins the pod to talk industry upheaval, AI, and how Asia is setting the pace for advertising's next era with WARC's Rica Facundo. WARC's report,The Pace Principle, is a landmark analysis and mythbusting guide built on consistent data from across Southeast Asia, Greater China, and India, to prove what marketing strat…