Best Midroll Media Podcasts (2025)

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The Refresh News: June 2nd - Interview with James Rosewell on Saving the Open Web + AI Anxiety and Media Upheaval on The Refresh weekly news 26:39

4h ago26:39

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In this episode, AdTechGod interviews James Rosewell, co-founder of Movement for an Open Web, discussing the evolution of the open web, the implications of the Privacy Sandbox, the importance of web browsers, and the future of regulation in the digital advertising landscape. They explore the impact of political changes on antitrust initiatives and …

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428: Shure MVX2u in 2025, Audix PDX720, & More 43:33

2h ago43:33

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Audio/Video: https://www.geeksrising.com/shows/bsp428 Support: http://podcastage.com/support Topics discussed: Updating the Shure MVX2u and retesting it to see how it's performing with the latest firmware, testing and using the Audix PDX720, using the AEA KU5a supercardioid ribbon microphone briefly, and discussing if I think Americans care about m…

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Two Marathons A Day For 12 Days — And A Bold Question About AI 29:34

4d ago29:34

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What kind of person runs 1,000 kilometers in 12 days – twice? Meet Natalie Dau, a Guinness World Record holder who doesn’t just push the limits of human endurance — she redefines them. Cal dives deep with Natalie to uncover how she uses pain as fuel, movement as a message, and her voice — amplified by AI — to raise money, shift perspectives, and he…

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Ep. 80 Beyond the Feed: Vulnerability, Voice, and the Creator Economy with Shawn Lim 20:07

5d ago20:07

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In this episode, Shawn Lim, founder of Human Algorithm, shares his journey from journalism to creating a purpose-driven media platform focused on personal branding and representation. He discusses the impact of his personal experiences and on his content creation and the importance of authenticity in personal branding. Sean emphasizes the challenge…

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The Refresh Live from MAU: The Great Mobile Reset: Measurement, Performance and AI. 32:21

8d ago32:21

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Live from MAU Las Vegas and sponsored by InMobi, this episode features a dynamic conversation about mobile performance marketing. Hosted by Kunal Nagpal, the discussion includes insights from Zach Gryphon (WaveMaker) and Maulana Moore (AppsFlyer). Together, they explore measurement frameworks, attribution challenges, AI in marketing, fraud detectio…

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Education, Cheating & AI 50:23

11d ago50:23

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In times when college students are using artificial intelligence to answer even introductory course questions like: “Briefly introduce yourself and say what you’re hoping to get out of this class?” we really have to wonder about how education is going to adapt to a future where students delegate nearly all their classwork to AI. Cal speaks with Jam…

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Ep. 79 Streaming Ahead: Ria Madrid on CTV, Performance, and Leadership 27:33

12d ago27:33

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In this episode of the AdTechGod Pod, Ria Madrid, Vice President of Advertising at WURL, shares her unique journey into the advertising technology space, discussing her experiences at XUMO and the transition to WURL. She emphasizes the importance of performance marketing in connected TV (CTV) and how her background has equipped her to build effecti…

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The Refresh News: May 19 - Upfronts, AI, and the Future of AdTech 8:39

13d ago8:39

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In this episode of The Refresh, Kait from Marketecture breaks down the top stories shaking up the advertising world. The focus is on the evolving nature of the TV upfronts, with a spotlight on how platforms are embracing ad tech to meet buyer demands. The Trade Desk makes headlines with the launch of OpenSincera, and Microsoft officially closes Xan…

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427: 4 Lessons from 10 Years on YouTube, Making AI Music, and More 1:06:08

12d ago1:06:08

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Audio/Video: https://www.geeksrising.com/shows/bsp427 Support: http://podcastage.com/support Topics discussed: 4 lessons I've learned after making 10 years of video reviews on youtube, trying to make AI music with the new Music Assistant in YouTube & then critiquing it, and then a brief discussion of tariffs. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at …

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Our AI Evolution 13:19

18d ago13:19

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In ten years, we’ll create content as fast as we can think it. That’s what the owner of a cutting-edge AI studio told Cal—and something clicked. This wasn’t just about technology. It was about humanity, about carbon merging with code. That’s when Cal decided to document the great unfolding: The evolution of our species as we begin to step into the …

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Ep. 78 FAST Forward: Bill Condon on the Future of Streaming 36:09

19d ago36:09

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In this episode of the AdTechGod pod, host AdTechGod interviews Bill Condon, former VP of Enterprise Sales and Partnerships at Xumo. They discuss Bill's extensive career in the advertising and media industry, the rise of FAST (Free Ad-supported Streaming Television), and the evolution of content distribution. Bill shares insights on the future of s…

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The Refresh News: May 12 Interview with Christian Muche from Beyond Ordinary (Possible) + New Fronts and the future of TV 22:43

20d ago22:43

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In this episode, AdTechGod sits down with Christian Muche, CEO of Beyond Ordinary, to unpack the Possible event in Miami one of the most talked-about gatherings in advertising this year. Christian shares what made it click, how AI reshaped the conversation, and what’s next for Possible. Key Takeaways from the Interview: Possible was built to go bey…

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From Paralyzed To Powerful 54:50

25d ago54:50

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After a devastating rugby injury to his spine seven years ago to this day, Robert Paylor was told he'd never walk again and the best he could hope for would be to one day be able to pick up a slice of pizza. He’s defied every expectation—standing to receive his college diploma and walking today with the help of a walker. In this episode, Robert sha…

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Ep. 77 30 Years of Chaos, Change & Curation A Candid Conversation with Bob Regular 34:47

27d ago34:47

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AdTech God interviews Bob Regular, CEO and founder of InfoLinks. Bob reflects on his 30 years of experience, discussing the constant changes in the ad tech industry, the evolution of ad networks, and the importance of direct relationships with publishers. He emphasizes the need for transparency in advertising and the impact of emerging technologies…

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The Refresh News: May 5 - Bots, and Big Tech Earnings 7:29

28d ago7:29

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AI and earnings took center stage this week. Perplexity’s building a browser, OpenAI wants to be your shopping assistant, and Big Tech dropped their Q1 numbers. We cover: Perplexity builds a browser – CEO Aravind Srinivas explains how Comet aims to work at the operating system level, enabling actions like scraping pages, taking actions on your beha…

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426: Shure's Price Increases, Aston Apex, and More 28:52

28d ago28:52

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Audio/Video: https://www.geeksrising.com/shows/bsp426 Support: http://podcastage.com/support Topics discussed: The Shure SM57 and Shure SM58 increasing in price and why I think this has happened, sharing my thoughts on the Aston Apex, and explaining that Sound Speeds was not criticizing me for doing tests. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at htt…

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How 2025 Will Shape History Forever 13:58

1M ago13:58

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A single year can easily get lost in time or echo for centuries. A thought-provoking conversation with Simon Sinek makes Cal take a look back at 1925, 1825, 1725, and 1625 — and forward to wonder if 2025 will be the most transformational year humanity has ever seen. Artificial intelligence is accelerating us forward and making us wonder how we’re g…

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Ep. 76 Curate, Don’t Complicate: Unlocking Curations Potential with Yen Nguyen 25:03

1M ago25:03

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In this episode of the AdTechGod Pod, Yen Nguyen, the SVP Head of Curation at Consumable, shares her journey on focusing in on curation. She discusses the evolution of curation in the ad tech space, particularly in audio advertising, and highlights the untapped potential of digital audio. Yen emphasizes the importance of bridging the gap between tr…

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The Refresh News: April 28 - Google Backs Off, Apple Gears Up 8:21

1M ago8:21

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When the going gets tough, Big Tech finds a way to shift the blame. This week’s news? Google quietly backs out of cookie deprecation, fights for control in court, and Apple slowly makes its ad empire move. In todays news we cover: Google waves the white flag on cookies — After five years of chaos, Google scraps its opt-out prompt. The Privacy Sandb…

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Learning From Weight Loss Drugs 13:27

1M ago13:27

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For decades, Cal steered clear of pharmaceuticals. But after assembling a new team of doctors and stepping on the scale and noticing a few extra pounds, he heard the same three letters over and over: GLP. These new drugs—GLP- 1s—aren’t just helping people shed pounds. They’re helping snuff out the brain’s hijacked hunger signals, replacing the rele…

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Ep. 75 Investing in What’s Next: Danilo Tauro on AI, Startups, and Strategic Shifts 26:59

1M ago26:59

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In this episode of the AdTechGod pod, Danilo Tauro, Managing Partner at Aperium Ventures, shares his journey from engineering to the ad tech industry. He discusses his experiences at Procter & Gamble, Amazon Ads, and Uber Eats Advertising, highlighting the evolution of ad tech and the importance of networking and technology. Danilo also delves into…

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The Refresh News: April 21- The Antitrust Era Begins, Meta & Google Under Fire 6:59

1M ago6:59

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They say everyone gets their day in court. For Big Tech, it’s looking more like a reckoning. Kait from the Refresh reports on this weeks news. This Week’s Breakdown: Meta on trial — Zuck, Sandberg, and Mosseri take the stand as the FTC argues Meta bought Instagram to “neutralize” a competitor. Old emails. Big receipts. Google found guilty — A feder…

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425: I Got Called Out!, Why I Do "Useless" Mic Reviews, & More 40:38

1M ago40:38

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Audio/Video: https://www.geeksrising.com/shows/bsp425 Support: http://podcastage.com/support Topics discussed: Responding to Sound Speed Podcast 34 discussing the "useless" tests in my mic reviews, the Audix PDX520, why I advocate for subtle processing, trying to turn the SM7b into the TLM103 and turning the TLM103 into the SM7b, and then share the…

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Bonus Episode: The Brand Forum with Workday’s Erika Lamoreaux 21:44

2M ago21:44

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In this exciting second episode of Marketecture’s The Brand Forum, hosts Josh Palau and Jeremy Bloom sit down with Erika Lamoreaux, one of the driving forces behind Workday’s renowned brand strategy. Discover how Erika and her team leverage Workday’s forward-thinking culture to deliver meaningful experiences for both customers and employees. From a…

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The Refresh News: SAX Appeal: Spotify’s Bet on the Future of Audio Ads 18:35

2M ago18:35

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In this episode of The Refresh, AdTechGod interviews Per Sandell, VP of Product at Spotify, discussing the launch of Spotify's ad exchange and its implications for advertisers and creators. They explore the importance of owning ad tech, the rise of generative AI in advertising, and how Spotify is building a strong user culture. The conversation als…

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Learning From Cooper Flagg 13:09

2M ago13:09

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What would you choose: A shot at March Madness glory or a massive NBA contract? Cal dives into the $100 billion-dollar question facing Cooper Flagg—and what his decision tells us about ambition, friendship, legacy, and the values we hold as a society. A must-listen for anyone who’s ever faced a difficult choice.…

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Ep. 74 Streaming Forward: Moe Chughtai on Data, AI, and the Future of Video Advertising 22:48

2M ago22:48

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In this episode of the AdTechGod Podcast, host AdTech God speaks with Moe Chughtai, the global vice president at MIQ, about his journey in the advertising industry, the evolution of connected TV (CTV) and streaming, and the importance of data and measurement in advertising strategies. They discuss the transition from traditional linear TV to stream…

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The Refresh News: April 14 – Google’s AI Mode, Walmart’s Retail Media Pressure, and Economic Headwinds 9:09

2M ago9:09

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In this episode of The Refresh by Marketecture, Kait breaks down a whirlwind of developments: from Google’s search experience to Walmart’s aggressive retail media push and the economic signals impacting advertising decisions. This week’s highlights: • Google’s AI Mode & Multimodal Search – Search continues to evolve with multimodal inputs like imag…

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424: How I Process my Podcast 2025, 8 Money Saving Tips, and more 1:14:15

2M ago1:14:15

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Audio/Video: https://www.geeksrising.com/shows/bsp424 Support: http://podcastage.com/support Topics discussed: How I process my podcast audio, I share 8 tips on how I save money from money savings tips to behavior altering suggestions, then I discuss how I don't think debt is feared enough, discuss my stance on being responsible financially, discus…

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