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Marketing Brew Weekly

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Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best.

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#83
Episodes
62
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
31 min
On air since
2025
Latest episode
6 days ago

Episodes

62 episodes, newest first

  1. Is TikTok Shop Slop or Not?

    Show notes

    This is a safe space to admit you’ve purchased something from the TikTok Shop. In fact, the numbers are only rising. We’re looking at the legitimacy of products available to buy on TikTok Shop, the brands getting in on the action, and where the platform could be heading in the future.

    00:00: Intro

    00:55: What we’ve bought on TikTok Shop

    02:15: The evolution of TikTok Shop

    05:15: The platform is primed to sell

    07:00: Education and awareness of products

    11:15: Name brands joining the platform

    13:00: Innovative ways to promote products

    17:00: Live sellers on the app

    20:20: Downsides to being on TikTok Shop

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    Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best.

    31 min
  2. The Horror Movie Marketing Hall of Fame

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    It’s spooky season, but the only thing scary about these horror movie campaigns is how much buzz they could build on a shoestring budget. We’re entering 5 horror movie marketing campaigns into the hall of fame for the way they implemented world-building, generated buzz on forums, and ultimately, got us into our seats at the theater.

    00:00: Intro

    02:45: Blair Witch Project

    10:10: Longlegs

    16:00: Backrooms

    21:00: Smile

    25:00: Obsession

    This episode is presented by Roku Ads Manager. For more, use code BREW5K at http://advertising.roku.com/marketingbrew

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    Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best.

    35 min
  3. How to Do an Actual Brand Apology

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    Is it too late to apologize? Well, that’s just one question brands need to ask themselves before posting a graphic of their heavily PR-ed apology after a campaign gone wrong. In this week’s episode, we walk you through the steps to take to decide if and when your brand needs to say “We’re sorry” (and yes, you need to use those exact words), or if you should just sit this one out in an attempt to not make it worse.

    00:00: Intro

    02:30: Does your brand need to apologize?

    07:15: When to skip an apology

    11:00: The elements for a good apology

    14:15: Does the platform for an apology matter

    18:35: An apology as an overreaction

    24:40: What to avoid in apologies

    27:40: Questions to ask before issuing an apology

    This episode is presented by Roku Ads Manager. For more, use code BREW5K at http://advertising.roku.com/marketingbrew

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    Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best.

    33 min
  4. How to Make Brand Merch That Doesn't Suck

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    Do you need Chili’s cowboy boots? What about another tumbler, even if it’s limited edition? We’re discussing some of the most memorable brand merch and deciding if we Love It or if it’s total Landfill. Marketers take note: we don’t need a tote!

    00:00: Intro

    02:05: What makes good brand merch

    09:00: Love It or Landfill: Walmart Rotisserie Chicken purse

    14:00: Patagonia zip ups

    16:30: Whole Foods x FishWife tote bag

    18:30: Cosmopolitan yogurt

    20:00: Chili’s x Tecova’s Booth Boots

    22:40: Pizza Hut lamp bucket hat

    23:55: McDonald’s charging buddy

    25:40: Starbucks tumblers

    This episode is presented by Roku Ads Manager. For more, use code BREW5K at http://advertising.roku.com/marketingbrew

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    Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best.

    33 min
  5. The CMO Gets a Rebrand

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    The role of CMO isn’t quite dead…yet. But it’s definitely going through a rebrand. Senior Reporter Kristina Monllos joins us this week to discuss our latest State of the Industry report to discuss our findings on where CMOs stand in a world of AI and GTM and Chief Entertainment Officer roles, and how the title could be changing in the future.

    00:00: Intro

    02:28: Do companies need a full time CMO

    12:30: Can CMOs withstand pressure from AI

    22:10: CMO title is getting a rebrand

    This episode is presented by Roku Ads Manager. For more, use code BREW5K at http://advertising.roku.com/marketingbrew

    Marketing Brew’s full The State of the CMO report: https://www.marketingbrew.com/resources/the-state-of-the-cmo

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    Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best.

    33 min
  6. We Rank the Best Brand Mascots

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    Is Tony the Tiger actually a grrrreat mascot? We threw him, plus 12 of his mascot friends, into a new segment we’re calling Marketiering, to find out where some of the most recognizable and iconic mascots actually fall. From Duolingo to McDonald’s, we assess whether the famous fuzzy, creepy, and just plain WTF faces were actually good or bad for their brands.

    00:00: Intro

    02:28: A brief history of mascots

    06:15: Quaker Oats

    08:05: Duolingo

    10:35: State Farm

    12:40: Liberty Mutual

    14:35: Aunt Jemima

    16:00: McDonald’s

    18:20: Tony the Tiger

    20:25: Jack in the Box

    22:15: Ellie the Elephant

    24:10: Pop Tart Man

    26:00: Smokey the Bear

    27:20: InfoSys Yeti

    This episode is presented by Roku Ads Manager. For more, use code BREW5K at http://advertising.roku.com/marketingbrew

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    Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best.

    34 min
  7. Drafting The Best Brand Tactics For Football Season

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    It’s football season and if your brand is looking to go beyond the logo slap, we’re drafting our favorite nontraditional marketing moves on and off the field. From coach partnerships to flag football, there are so many opportunities for your brand to get in the game that can prove to be a total touchdown, without the billion dollar budget.

    00:00: Intro

    02:10: Fashion and merch collabs

    06:00: Original longform content

    11:20: Fan activations

    15:00: Athlete partnerships and NIL

    16:50: Flag football

    19:00: Social appearances

    21:00: Coach content

    24:00: Football podcasts

    25:30: WAGs partnerships

    This episode is presented by Roku Ads Manager. For more, use code BREW5K at http://advertising.roku.com/marketingbrew

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    Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best.

    33 min
  8. The Evolution of Brand Trips

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    Pack your bags, this week we’re discussing the evolution of the brand trip. Namely, we’re looking at Tarte cosmetics, who have become infamous with inviting some of the most famous creators to luxurious destinations, Cocokind who took the approach of appealing to the average customer, and OpenAI, which ran right into the backlash they created from their very first brand trip to the great outdoors.

    00:00: Intro

    01:30: The evolution of brand trips

    05:20: The infamous Tarte trip

    13:45: Cocokind appealing to regular consumers

    19:30: Waterboy mixes customers and influencers

    22:00: OpenAI’s first brand trip met with backlash

    This episode is presented by Roku Ads Manager. For more, use code BREW5K at http://advertising.roku.com/marketingbrew

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    Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best.

    34 min
  9. Brands in the Comments: A Helpful Guide

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    Does your brand want to comment on social videos? Well, we’ve got a helpful guide you should hear first. From choosing the right content to comment on, to interacting with other brands, we’re breaking down the best ways to leave an impactful comment on TikTok and Instagram posts – and how you can avoid regretting a comment that just doesn’t land.

    00:00: Intro

    02:00: Did the Wendy’s Twitter account start this trend

    04:30: Brands being summoned vs. randomly jumping in

    06:00: PF Chang’s cake adventure

    08:00: When commenting goes wrong

    11:00: BetterHelp’s commenting strategy

    15:00: What is the Empire State Building’s strategy

    16:00: When brands go after other brands

    19:00: Grade the comment game featuring Bare Minerals, Ryanair, Pringles, Slim Jim and Hidden Valley Ranch

    This episode is presented by Roku Ads Manager. For more, use code BREW5K at http://advertising.roku.com/marketingbrew

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    Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best.

    34 min
  10. Should Your Brand Be on Substack?

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    This week, we’re talking about the brands implementing a strategy on Substack. While it’s not for everyone, some have cracked the code of sharing behind-the-scenes content, thoughts from founders, and the thoughtful tips newsletter readers have come to expect. But how does this differ from email marketing, and what should brands thinking about joining the platform do before jumping in?

    00:00: Intro

    01:15: Brands venturing into Substack

    02:43: How this differs from email marketing

    07:20: Making newsletters valuable

    08:30: A person vs. a brand writing

    12:00: Which brands should be on the platform

    16:10: The days of the brand magazines

    19:00: Not a place for AI

    20:00: Brands we do and do not want to see on the platform

    This episode is presented by Marketing Architects. For more information, visit: https://www.marketingarchitects.com/Podcast

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    Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best.

    28 min
  11. Pop-Ups Pop Off: How to Make Your Experiential Event Effective

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    This week, we’re talking all things pop-ups: is the goal for brands to get attention, generate online buzz, test out products, gain new customers, or something else entirely? We break down a pop-up vs. a stunt, explain how a line outside can do all the heavy lifting for your marketing, and share our thoughts on some of the most effective recent pop-ups that have given us FOMO.

    00:00: Intro

    01:30: Difference between a pop-up and a stunt

    04:30: What is the point of a pop-up

    08:30: Using social to tell the story of your pop-up

    14:00: Are we at pop-up fatigue

    16:20: What physical merch do people get

    18:30: Pop-up or pop down: Beis carwash

    22:40: The Real Real’s Canal Street installation

    26:20: Bloom’s interactive pop-up

    This episode is presented by Marketing Architects. For more information, visit: https://www.marketingarchitects.com/Podcast

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    Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best.

    33 min
  12. The Dos and Don’ts of a Logo Refresh

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    This week, we’re taking a look at the brands that have done a logo refresh – the right and wrong ways. From Spotify’s limited edition disco ball drama to Levi’s World Cup win, we run through the hits and misses of rolling out a new icon for your brand.

    00:00: Intro

    02:00: Why do brands change their logos

    04:40: Risks of changing logos

    08:40: Levi’s World Cup logo change

    12:50: Spotify’s disco ball

    16:40: Mountain Dew

    20:15: Gap’s 2009 rebrand fail

    22:30: Hopping on the Taylor Swift brand

    25:00: Brands being cringe in the comments

    28:00: Which brands could use a logo update

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    Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best.

    33 min
  13. Creators in the C-Suite? Why It's Happening More Than You Think

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    This week, we’re exploring the latest trend of creators snagging C-Suite titles – but which ones are legit and which ones are for show? From Jake Shane touting a German candy brand to Vivian Tu’s actual financial advice, we look at the actual titles and the work behind them. Plus, when is perceived authenticity the least of your risks when it comes to naming a creator to your executive team?

    00:00: Intro

    00:40: Examples of creators with C-suite titles

    02:15: The difference between real and made up titles

    04:00: Does the audience care if it’s a real job

    08:15: Why is the title necessary

    11:45: Not all execs are creators

    14:00: How are the creators actually involved

    16:45: Celebrities with special titles

    18:40: The relationship creators have with brands

    21:30: Authenticity of partnerships

    22:20: The risks to consider

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    Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best.

    29 min
  14. Microdramas Are a Mega Trend

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    This week, we’re going all in on microdramas – and we aren’t alone. Brands and streamers are turning to short-form videos to sell products, but will this trend last longer than a mini episode? We take a look at the length, home, production value, and risks of investing in microdramas, and share thoughts on which brands might want to jump in, or keep scrolling.

    00:00: Intro

    02:35: Microdramas are inexpensive

    05:10: Made for different platforms

    11:40: Is the goal for completion or consumption

    14:00: Brands as entertainment companies

    16:50: Is it for every brand

    21:00: How is AI being used for this purpose

    This episode is brought to you by Paramount Ads Manager. For more information, visit http://paramountadsmanager.com

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    Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best.

    27 min
  15. Attention Marketers: You Are Trapped in an AI Bubble

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    This week, we’re looking at the very large gap between the marketing industry’s love for AI, and the consumer sentiment that reveals precisely the opposite. New research has customers declaring their strong annoyance for the technology, so why do marketers insist on using it for everything from ideation to creative content? And is there a way for brands to stand out with a different approach?

    00:00: Intro

    03:00: New poll reveals consumers’ annoyance with AI

    06:20: Exploring the bubble

    08:40: Is all AI just AI slop

    10:15: Perception of AI ads

    15:00: Brands avoiding AI are generating good will

    16:50: Is it ok to use AI for idea generation

    19:30: Being the first to use it vs using it well

    20:00: REI ads on Meta’s platforms

    22:00: Is AI actually efficient

    23:00: Requirements to disclose AI use

    This episode is brought to you by pwc, and their new podcast powered by Morning Brew, The Intelligence Shift. Listen where you get your favorite podcasts: https://www.podpage.com/the-intelligence-shift/

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    Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best.

    30 min
  16. Affordability Marketing is Not for All Brands

    Show notes

    This week, we’re diving into the dos and don’ts of affordability marketing. It’s not for all brands, but some have figured out the ways to keep customers with long-term strategies, while others are opting for a quick, catchy moment. How do you make consumers feel valued and savvy, while still providing a good deal?

    00:00: Intro

    01:55: Food brands embracing affordability marketing

    03:00: Non food brands doing the same

    05:20: Risking a lack of genuine feelings

    07:00: Can brands implement long-term strategies

    08:50: Relative to your competitor strategy

    13:00: Importance of rewards programs

    16:00: Marketing in the k-shaped economy

    18:20: How much should brands address affordability

    This episode is brought to you by pwc, and their new podcast powered by Morning Brew, The Intelligence Shift. Listen where you get your favorite podcasts: https://www.podpage.com/the-intelligence-shift/

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    Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best.

    28 min
  17. Culture, Community & Sports: America 250’s Key Campaigns

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    This week, we’re taking a look at the way brands navigated celebrating America 250 in a variety of ways. From focusing on big national sports moments like this year’s Olympics and the World Cup, to celebrating their own company anniversaries, and most importantly, doing their best to unite Americans of all backgrounds via everything from action stars to apple pies.

    00:00: Intro

    02:45: How brands approached America 250

    05:30: What do brands normally do for July 4

    06:30: Brands celebrating their own anniversaries

    10:15: How do global brands tap into this moment

    13:00: Can brands look toward the future

    15:30: Tapping into unity

    17:00: Brands have to respond and create culture

    19:10: Can a brand sit out America 250

    This episode is brought to you by pwc, and their new podcast powered by Morning Brew, The Intelligence Shift. Listen where you get your favorite podcasts: https://www.podpage.com/the-intelligence-shift/

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    27 min
  18. Cannes Lions 2026: The Biggest Takeaways & Trends

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    This week, we’re coming to you live from Cannes Lions 2026! Editor Kelsey Sutton and reporter Jennimai Nguyen recap some of the convos they’ve had with execs across the week, detail the activations they got to see IRL, and share their biggest takeaways from the year’s most memorable marketing event.

    00:00: Intro

    01:50: Offline is the new online

    04:50: Experiential at Cannes

    06:40: Creators are the new A-listers

    11:00: B2B marketers want to work with creators

    12:35: Move over Millennials, it’s about Gen Z now

    16:50: AI discussions at the festival

    22:00: Winning campaigns

    24:30: What we’d do differently next year

    This episode is brought to you by pwc, and their new podcast powered by Morning Brew, The Intelligence Shift. Listen where you get your favorite podcasts: https://www.podpage.com/the-intelligence-shift/

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    29 min
  19. Our Burning Questions for Cannes Lions 2026

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    This week, it's a special Monday episode! We’re coming to you from the South of France with the biggest questions on our minds for this year’s Cannes Lions! Is sports marketing just….marketing now? What will creators' impact be this year? And do the actual awards that are given out even matter? We have the answers.

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    26 min
  20. Is a DEI Pullback Preventing a Pride Marketing Comeback?

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    This week, we’re examining if brands have actually pulled their support for Pride month, or if they’re just keeping it private now. Some are still shelling out money, others are making their presence known at parades, and others…just aren’t talking about their involvement. But when it comes to Gen Z, some brands will prove they want to be loud and proud about their support for the LGBTQIA+ celebrations.

    00:00: Intro

    02:50: When did the Pride pullback begin

    06:00: Brands need to be clear in their own values

    09:00: How companies have shifted support in presence and financials

    13:20: Pride merch collections

    16:00: Appealing to Gen Z

    19:00: Can Pride marketing make a comeback

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    26 min