Best Grun Podcasts (2026)

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Steve Grun of MNDL Bio 26:50

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Steve Grun is the Co-Founder and CEO of MNDL Bio, an Israeli startup that uses AI to design better DNA sequences for making proteins—helping companies produce up to 20 times more protein than traditional methods. Their tech takes the guesswork out of gene design for biotech and pharma companies developing new drugs, enzymes, and other biological pr…

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What Grüns, Marty Supreme, and TikTok Shop Teach Us About Modern Marketing 59:49

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This episode is a grab-bag of highly tactical operator insights - starting with a breakdown of why Grüns’ transactional SMS and subscription flows work so well, and what smart lifecycle design looks like when you’re trying to prevent churn, drive upgrades, and increase LTV. From there, we dive into one of the most impressive brand marketing plays o…

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From Brand Moments to Revenue: How Halfdays Drives Growth - with Liz Anthony, Chief of Staff 1:29:07

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This week, we’re joined by Liz Anthony, Chief of Staff at Halfdays, the fast-growing women’s outdoor apparel brand redefining performance skiwear. Liz breaks down how Halfdays balances brand and performance marketing to scale a highly seasonal DTC business, including the role of founder-led content, creative diversity, and standout collaborations l…

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Everything You Need to Know About Launching and Scaling a Modern Fragrance Brand 32:11

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Welcome to ECommerce On Tap, where Aaron and Nathan dive deep into the inner workings of the world’s most dynamic consumer categories. This season, they’re unraveling the mysteries of fragrance—from the basics of what constitutes a scent, to the rich history that took fragrance from ancient rituals to global luxury status. Whether you’re curious ab…

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Da Da Da – Trio’s Minimalist Anthem and the Power of Simplicity 7:42

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Grüß Gott and hello to The German Earworm! Today’s episode explores an underground hit that became a global sensation: Trio’s ‘Da Da Da (I Don’t Love You You Don’t Love Me – Aha Aha Aha)’. This song thrives on minimalism—three words, a Casio rhythm, and a deadpan delivery that sold around 13 million copies worldwide. We'll break down how a half-fin…

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Everything You Need to Know About Launching and Scaling a Modern Fragrance Brand 32:12

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Welcome to ECommerce On Tap, where Aaron and Nathan dive deep into the inner workings of the world’s most dynamic consumer categories. This season, they’re unraveling the mysteries of fragrance—from the basics of what constitutes a scent, to the rich history that took fragrance from ancient rituals to global luxury status. Whether you’re curious ab…

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The Influencer Marketing Playbook - with Lily Comba, Founder & CEO of Superbloom 1:16:54

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This week, we’re joined by Lily Comba, Founder & CEO of Superbloom, who opens up about how she got her start in influencer marketing and why she approaches influencer through a performance lens. Lily shares her journey from building in-house programs to launching Superbloom, and what she learned scaling influencer across some of the most recognizab…

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Das geht ab – Die Atzen and the Rise of German Party Revolution 8:40

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Hallo und willkommen zurück bei The German Earworm! Today we celebrate a song that single‑handedly shaped German party culture: ‘Das geht ab (Wir feiern die ganze Nacht)’ by Die Atzen—Frauenarzt and Manny Marc. It’s loud, repetitive, hedonistic—and unforgettable. We’ll unpack the origins, lyrics, production, viral impact, and why it still cheers fe…

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Setting 2026 Goals, Incrementality Lessons from BFCM and Amazon Brand Bidding 1:07:00

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This week, the team breaks down what recent platform moves signal for operators heading into 2026 — starting with Shopify’s Winter Editions and the growing role of Sidekick inside the Shopify ecosystem. They discuss how tools like Sidekick are democratizing data access, reducing operational friction, and changing how lean growth teams analyze perfo…

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Jeanny – Obsession, Outrage & the Dark Side of Falco 6:41

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Hallo und willkommen zurück bei The German Earworm! Today’s episode dives into one of German pop music’s most famous controversies: ‘Jeanny’, released by Austrian superstar Falco in December 1985. It’s a chilling narrative set to a sultry melody—told from the perspective of a stalker, and banned from many radio stations. We’ll explore the music, ly…

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What It Takes to Launch and Scale a Supplement Brand with James Klein 48:03

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This week, host Aaron sits down with James Klein, a true veteran of the supplement industry who’s been shaping the space for over 25 years. From the early days of garage operations and bodybuilder-backed brands, to today's landscape dominated by eCommerce giants and stringent compliance requirements, James Klein shares a candid insider perspective …

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What It Takes to Launch and Scale a Supplement Brand with James Klein 48:04

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This week, host Aaron sits down with James Klein, a true veteran of the supplement industry who’s been shaping the space for over 25 years. From the early days of garage operations and bodybuilder-backed brands, to today's landscape dominated by eCommerce giants and stringent compliance requirements, James Klein shares a candid insider perspective …

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Regenbogenfarben – Celebrating Love & Pride with Kerstin Ott 7:22

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Hallo und willkommen zurück bei The German Earworm! In today's episode we celebrate love in all its forms. Our featured song is ‘Regenbogenfarben’ by Kerstin Ott—a joyful, inclusive anthem that asks us to paint the world in all the colors of the rainbow.By Mike

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Biotech or Supplement Brand? The Strategic Playbook Behind Seed Health’s Massive Growth 52:18

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In this episode, Aaron and Nathan dive deep into the fascinating world of supplements, spotlighting a true disruptor in the probiotic space: Seed. Known for its research-driven approach, Seed has transformed a crowded wellness category by prioritizing science over hype, building its brand on education and clinical validation rather than marketing g…

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Black Friday Cyber Monday Recap & The Forecasting Process Behind Ecom Profit - with Richie Mashiko 1:24:48

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This week, we’re joined by Richie Mashiko - Head of Beacon at Iris Finance for a full breakdown of how BFCM played out across their businesses. Together, the group recaps what actually drove performance this year, from media-mix diversification and top-of-funnel investment to traffic dynamics, conversion-rate behavior, and how different brand sizes…

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Biotech or Supplement Brand? The Strategic Playbook Behind Seed Health’s Massive Growth 52:19

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In this episode, Aaron and Nathan dive deep into the fascinating world of supplements, spotlighting a true disruptor in the probiotic space: Seed. Known for its research-driven approach, Seed has transformed a crowded wellness category by prioritizing science over hype, building its brand on education and clinical validation rather than marketing g…

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Die Nacht von Freitag auf Montag – Hangover Horror by SDP & Sido 8:22

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Hallo und willkommen to The German Earworm! Today we’re rewinding to 2012 for one of Germany's wildest party-wake-up songs: ‘Die Nacht von Freitag auf Montag’ by SDP featuring Sido. It’s about a legendary weekend you can’t remember—tattoos, Facebook tags, and regrets included. Get ready for beat, banter, and a full hangover story!…

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Brand Tracking That Matters and How Modern Teams Scale TV 1:11:11

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In this episode of Marketing Operators, Cody and Connor break down how growth teams are rethinking measurement heading into 2026 - especially the rising importance of brand tracking. They discuss why click-based attribution alone no longer works, how incrementality and geo tests fill in the gaps, and why tracking awareness, consideration, and “futu…

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Rethinking the Customer Journey: Text-to-Buy, Post-Purchase Wins & Alternative Media 1:14:36

1M ago1:14:36

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This week, the team breaks down how operators should be thinking about Q4 performance, offer strategy, and what it really takes to evolve beyond the traditional “discount + ads” playbook. We get into why some brands are rolling out first-ever sitewide promotions, how seasonal bundles create new revenue moments, and how text-to-buy flows, post-purch…

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Olivia – Wild Nights at Ballermann with Die Zipfelbuben & DJ Cashi 6:23

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Grüß Gott and welcome to The German Earworm, the podcast that dives deep into Germany’s most addictive hits and reveals the culture, language, and stories behind them. Today we’re diving into a 2022 summer anthem that lit up Ballermann and beer tents alike: ‘Olivia’ by Die Zipfelbuben featuring DJ Cashi. We’ll unpack the cheeky lyrics, the infectio…

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Hanan Brand head of the Startup Division Israel Innovation Authority 25:40

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Hanan Brand the Vice President and head of the Startup Division at the Israel Innovation Authority. He is responsible for giving grants to hundreds of early-stage Israeli startups.Avraham and sat down with Hanan to discuss what the Innovation Authority does, how to be in the 25% that get a grant, lessons he’s learned over the years, why Israeli is …

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How We Track Revenue and Ad Spend Hourly During Cyber Five 1:13:30

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As we head into the final days before Cyber Five, this episode is all about going from daily pacing to true intraday pacing - the level of granularity operators need when every hour can swing the entire BFCM weekend. We break down how we monitor hourly revenue and ad spend across Meta, Google, and more using tools like Northbeam and Supermetrics, a…

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How Chad Janis Built Gruns Into a $100M Supplement Brand 48:43

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In this episode, hosts Nathan and Aaron dive deep into the rise of Gruns—the supplement brand shaking up the greens category with their innovative gummy format. You'll hear how founder Chad Janis blended his experience in venture capital with cutting-edge supply chain know-how to transform a simple insight (everyone prefers gummies over powders or …

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How Chad Janis Built Grüns Into a $100M Supplement Brand 48:44

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In this episode, hosts Nathan and Aaron dive deep into the rise of Grüns—the supplement brand shaking up the greens category with their innovative gummy format. You'll hear how founder Chad Janis blended his experience in venture capital with cutting-edge supply chain know-how to transform a simple insight (everyone prefers gummies over powders or …

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Stoff und Schnaps – Dutch Vibes, German Clubs, and a Cloud of Controversy 9:15

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Hallo und herzlich willkommen to The German Earworm, the podcast where we dive deep into the most memorable, infectious tracks from the German-speaking world and beyond. Today, we're shifting slightly west to explore a Dutch-language banger that made serious waves in German clubs and youth culture: "Stoff und Schnaps" by Lil Kleine and Ronnie Flex.…

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What DTC Can Learn From Enterprise Media - with JMo, VaynerMedia 1:16:55

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This week, we’re joined by Jon “JMo” Morgenstern, Head of Investment at VaynerMedia, who manages over $1.5B in annual media spend across brands like Oreo/Mondelez, JP Morgan Chase, PepsiCo, and Yeti. JMo breaks down how enterprise advertisers think about channel mix, retail media, and allocating capital across Meta, TikTok, CTV, Amazon, and Walmart…

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Bauch, Beine, Po – Shirin David and the Sound of Empowerment 7:33

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Welcome to The German Earworm, the podcast that dives deep into the catchiest songs from the German-speaking world. Today we’re getting bold, glamorous, and just a little bit cheeky. We’re talking about "Bauch, Beine, Po" by Shirin David – a pop-rap anthem that flips beauty standards, mocks gym culture, and delivers an unapologetically feminine pun…

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What We’re Putting Into Motion: Evolving Creative Strategy for Meta’s Andromeda Era (Bonus Episode) 1:26:19

2M ago1:26:19

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In this episode of Marketing Operators, Cody and Connor unpack the real impact of Meta’s Andromeda update and what creative diversity actually means today, plus how to optimize for it in an algorithm-driven environment. They break down how short-form, personalized feeds have reshaped the playbook, why we’ve shifted from the editor era to the creato…

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AI & the Future of CX: Lean Teams, Better Workflows & New Revenue Levers - with Richpanel’s Amit RG 1:10:35

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This week on Marketing Operators, Connor MacDonald kicks things off with a pressing question: “What does a modern CX team and workflow look like today?” From there, we dive into a growing debate across modern commerce - does CX actually drive growth, or is it still just a support function Joined by Amit RG, co-founder and CEO of our show sponsor Ri…

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Ecommerce Lessons from Bloom Nutrition’s Rise to $200 Million 54:20

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Aaron and Nathan reveal how Bloom Nutrition went from a niche pre-workout brand founded by Mari Llewellyn and Greg LaVacchia to Amazon’s best-selling greens powder, all by tapping into untapped audiences and making strategic moves that AG1 missed. You’ll hear how Bloom leveraged social media influence, taste innovation, and multi-channel growth to …

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Ecommerce Lessons from Bloom Nutrition’s Rise to $200 Million 54:21

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Aaron and Nathan reveal how Bloom Nutrition went from a niche pre-workout brand founded by Mari Llewellyn and Greg LaVacchia to Amazon’s best-selling greens powder, all by tapping into untapped audiences and making strategic moves that AG1 missed. You’ll hear how Bloom leveraged social media influence, taste innovation, and multi-channel growth to …

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Cordula Grün – Love, Lies, and Lagers 9:06

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Hallo und herzlich willkommen to The German Earworm, the podcast where we break down Germany's and Austria's catchiest songs to uncover the language, the culture, and the irresistible hooks behind them. Today we’re headed to Vienna to talk about a woman named Cordula Grün by Josh.By Mike

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Inside Our Forecasting, Pacing, and Holiday Shipping Strategy for BFCM Success 1:14:43

2M ago1:14:43

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This week, we’re taking an even deeper dive into all things BFCM. How the team is approaching forecasting, pacing, and spend strategy heading into the most important stretch of Q4. We break down how each of us is projecting November and December revenue this year, how new product launches and category expansion factor into those forecasts, and what…

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Dicke Titten – Rammstein, Irony, and the Art of Offending Everyone 8:24

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Welcome to The German Earworm, the podcast where we explore unforgettable German songs, their lyrics, their impact, and what they tell us about German language and culture. Today we are entering the world of fire, irony, and controversy. That’s right. We’re talking about Rammstein. More specifically, their 2022 track "Dicke Titten"…

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Ori Ben Shlomo Founder and CEO of JGive 22:41

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Ori Ben Shlomo is the Founder and CEO of JGive, an Israeli a nonprofit giving-platform that makes it easy to donate online to certified Israeli charities, tracks donations in one place and offers full tax-deductible benefits, while minimizing overhead to maximize impact. Avraham and sat down with Ori to discuss how their technology works, how he ca…

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The Lesser-Known BFCM Insights & Strategies Driving Our Planning Right Now 1:16:52

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This week, we’re getting into all things BFCM. What we’re doing right now to prep for the most important time of year for DTC marketers and what brands need to be thinking about that most people don’t. We dig into pacing, impulse-buyer windows and how to avoid misspending on the day, plus how we’re approaching budget planning, Meta performance, and…

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Ghost Lifestyle: From Warheads Pre-Workout to Billion-Dollar Acquisition by Keurig Dr. Pepper 51:56

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From pioneering candy-flavored protein and pre-workout supplements through collaborations with household names like Warheads and Mondelez, to expanding into energy drinks, cereals, and snacks, Ghost has become more than just a supplement company—it’s a lifestyle brand that captures the spirit of an entire community.…

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Ghost Lifestyle: From Warheads Pre-Workout to Billion-Dollar Acquisition by Keurig Dr. Pepper 51:57

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From pioneering candy-flavored protein and pre-workout supplements through collaborations with household names like Warheads and Mondelez, to expanding into energy drinks, cereals, and snacks, Ghost has become more than just a supplement company—it’s a lifestyle brand that captures the spirit of an entire community.…

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Johnny Däpp – A Mallorca Anthem with a Depp Twist 7:55

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Today, we're talking about "Johnny Däpp" by Lorenz Büffel – a ridiculous, infectious party hit that conquered Mallorca's beach clubs, German carnival tents, and even earned platinum status. Why did shouting "Johnny Däpp!" become a national pastime? And how does this song connect German pop culture, celebrity parody, and modern Schlager? We’ll find …

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Creative Strategy and How AI Is Changing the Game for Growth Teams - with Reza Khadjavi, Motion CEO 1:15:48

3M ago1:15:48

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This week, we’re joined by Reza Khadjavi, founder and CEO of Motion, the podcast’s premier sponsor. Reza breaks down who he’d hire first if he were running growth today, why the best marketers right now are the ones who can merge strategy, execution, and AI into one high-leverage role, and how he’s seeing the return of the elite IC reshape modern m…

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99 Luftballons: From Pop Hit to Protest Anthem 8:50

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Welcome to The German Earworm, the podcast where we explore the songs that have embedded themselves into the German cultural soundtrack. Today we’re diving into a track that launched a thousand balloons and warned the world about the cost of war — Nena’s unforgettable ‘99 Luftballons.By Mike

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Motion's Creative Strategy Summit: Why AI Creative Strategists Will Become the Highest Paid MarketersWhy AI Creative Strategists Will Become the Highest Paid Marketers (Bonus Episode) 52:13

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Learn what separates top 1% creative strategists from everyone else - and why AI is making this the most valuable role in performance marketing. The Marketing Operators break down the exact skills, mindset shifts, and creative strategy frameworks that will make you indispensable in 2026. Motion.⁠⁠⁠https://motionapp.com/pricing?utm_source=marketing-…

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Operators Titans E004: David Herrmann, the Media Buyer’s Media Buyer 1:14:50

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Brought to you by Applovin. Get access to the Operators channel expansion playbook, online masterclass, and up to $5k in ad credits. https://9operators.com/applovin Despite a one-page website with nothing but his name and a contact button, David Herrmann is easily the world’s most influential media buyer. Famous or infamous (especially if you’re an…

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How Nutrafol Built the Blueprint for Scaling a Modern Supplements Brand 46:28

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Aaron and Nathan dove into the fascinating growth story of Nutrafol, the supplement brand that’s redefining hair wellness. We explored how three founders, each with their own hair loss journey, built trust through clinical trials and strategic partnerships with dermatologists, then scaled to a massive Unilever acquisition. We unpacked lessons on po…

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Is Media Buying Dead? And How We’re Hiring for Culture, Autonomy, and Execution 1:14:43

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The trio is back together and today we’re getting into the topic of the evolution of the media buying role, and how media buying has transformed from button-pushing inside ad platforms to a more strategic role that demands creativity, data fluency, and taking ownership of the entire customer funnel. We explore friend-of-the-show Taylor Holiday’s gr…

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Hyper Hyper: The Rave That Echoed Around the World 7:40

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Willkommen and welcome to The German Earworm — the podcast where we dissect the songs that have burned themselves into Germany’s musical memory. Today we’re going back to the pounding heart of the ‘90s Eurodance scene with a song that shouted its way into clubs, radio charts, and cultural history: Scooter’s ‘Hyper Hyper.…

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How Nutrafol Built the Blueprint for Scaling a Modern Supplements Brand 46:29

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Aaron and Nathan dove into the fascinating growth story of Nutrafol, the supplement brand that’s redefining hair wellness. We explored how three founders, each with their own hair loss journey, built trust through clinical trials and strategic partnerships with dermatologists, then scaled to a massive Unilever acquisition. We unpacked lessons on po…

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Chat GPT Shopping, Striking a Balance with SMS & How We’d Build a Marketing Team from Day One 1:09:46

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Geboren um zu leben: The Anthem of Farewell and Resilience 8:57

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Operators Titans E002: Portland Leather Goods (with CMO MacCoy Merkley) 1:01:09

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Brought to you by Applovin. Get access to the Operators channel expansion playbook, online masterclass, and up to $5k in ad credits. https://www.9operators.com/applovin Dive into the inspiring journey of McCoy Merkley from Portland Leather Goods. From answering a Craigslist ad to becoming a pivotal figure in the company's exponential growth, McCoy …