On Strategy Showcase
On Strategy Showcase is a podcast where marketers share the stories behind the strategies that led to amazing campaigns. Each episode delves into the creative and analytical processes behind successful marketing efforts. Hosted by Fergus O’Carroll, the show offers insights and inspiration for marketing professionals.
Episodes
James Hurman on his Lions Master of Advertising Effectiveness program
James talks about his new, brilliant, evidence-based Lions Learning course on advertising effectiveness and his latest book that popularizes a new mental model for marketing that better connects our role to the language of business and growth. Always great having James on the show.
Live from BBDO Chicago: The Scarcity of Difference in Marketing
Is there a scarcity of difference? Is it scarce because sameness works? And what's the case for sameness? I'm joined by Chicago Chief Creative Officers and Chief Strategy Officers in front of an invitation-only group at BBDO, Chicago. Josh Gross and Landi Day from BBDO, Mark Gross from Highdive, Preeti Nadgar from Starcom and Brian Siedband from Quality Meats. Thanks to Tracksuit, The Ef
The $170B Creative Wasteland of Retail Media Networks
I talk with Infinite Roar's EVP, Brad Keeling and Ipsos U.S. President, Pedr Howard about what is now capturing an even larger spend than TV and CTV combined. It's Retail Media Networks and they're a creative wasteland. Ipsos just dropped a new free report on the topic. Check it out here
On the Spot: Alix Toothman of W+K and Anibal Casso of Ogilvy
This month's planners pitch campaigns from Spec Savers and Columbia Sportswear. Anibal Casso is CSO, North America for Ogilvy and Alix Toothman is Global Executive Strategy Director at W+K, NYC. See the creative work here. Thanks to Tracksuit and System1 for supporting this series.
Insights from Mischief and eos' culture of effectiveness
Two years in a row, eos and Mischief have won the global Best-of-the-Best Iridium award from the Effies - the highest global honor of all. Recorded live on stage at Cannes 2026, this is a conversation about the creative culture and insights that led to that business-building work, featuring Jeff McCrory, CSO at Mischief and Carley Caldas, SVP Marketing at eos. So much to learn here. You can also w
Live from BarkleyOKRP in Kansas City
We venture into the heartland to hear about the amazing work being done in Kansas City - Burger King, Frontier Airlines, Wendy's, Hills Pet Foods, Coco-Cola, and the Kanas City Chiefs. I'm joined by KC Chiefs CMO, Lara Krug, Jeremy Cline of Ryan Reynold's agency, Maximum Effort, Brad Jones, CCO at Barkley OKRP, Chris Cardetti, CSO at BarkleyOKRP and Howard Laubscher, CSO at VML. Tha
Mischief's Kevin Mulroy, BBH's Alex Booker, Deutsch's Ryan Lehr talk effectiveness
In this episode from our Effie series, Planning for Effective Outcomes, we talk with award-winning agency creative leaders about how they approach their work, evaluate strategic directions and about work they love that they didn't work on. Our next episode in the series features Mark Ritson and Andrew Tindall. Thanks to the Effies and Tracksuit for supporting this special, six episode series.
How NPR fought back for our right to be curious
It was yet another strike against independent journalism. $1.1 billion in funding pulled back by the Republican administration. We learn how NPR (National Public Radio) responded in classic NPR style. They stood up for the public's right to ask hard questions. I talk with NPR's CMO, Mishka Pitter-Armand and Mischief's EVP Strategy, Ed Gunn. Our next live show is Sept 10th at GSD&
Live from Minneapolis at Carmichael Lynch
A live, sell-out crowd celebrates the legacy of iconic creativity in Minneapolis. Campaigns like Harley Davidson, Porsche, Buddy Guy, EDS, BMW Films, Target, Citibank and more recent work including Subaru and Walmart. Fallon, Carmichael and Colle McVoy join me live at the roundtable. Thanks to The Effies, Tracksuit and System1 for making our live tour possible. See the iconic creative work on our
AI ads are good enough. And that's the problem
Can human-created ads drive better business outcomes than AI ads? From this collaboration between Ipsos and Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, we hear why AI is currently struggling to drive business outcomes and how brands can navigate the delicate balance between creative efficiency and strategic effectiveness.Download the free report bit.ly/aiadreport
On the Spot: Chris Gallery of Mother and Nick Hirst of Adam&Eve
We talk campaigns from Heinz Ketchup and The New York Times. Chris Gallery is Global CSO at Mother and Nick Hirst is Global Strategy Lead on Mars across OMC at adam&eve, London. Thanks to Tracksuit and System1 for supporting this series.
Martin Weigel's new book on lessons from the front line
A favorite guest of the show, Martin is one of the most influential strategists in the industry. Formerly of W+K and AMV BBDO, his new book, Strategy is a Verb, reflects on lessons learned in the trenches. A must listen and must read for all of us. Check him out at www.martinweigel.org
Kansas City Chiefs CMO, Lara Krug on how she's building “beyond the stadium”
Stars like Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift have super charged the fanbase, but Lara's goal is bigger - an entertainment company with a football product. We talk about her plans, why she joined from L'Oreal and Stella Artois, and how the NFL's strict no paid media rule is creating a culture of creative innovation. She's joined by BarkleyOKRP CSO, Chris Cardetti an
On the Spot - Nike vs Adidas World Cup and Maker's Mark
I'm joined by Amelea Renshaw, Head of Strategy at Lucky Generals, NYC and Janni Widerholm, Head of Social and GCD at TBWA/Chiat/Day Los Angeles. As always, thanks to System1 and Tracksuit for making this On the Spot series possible.
Planning for Effective Outcomes Ep#3: Lessons in Getting Underway
In Ep#3 of our Effie series, strategists share lessons on how they approach a new strategic initiative. Johnny Corpuz, Head of Comms Strategy at BBDO, Asmirh Davis, Partner and President at Majority, and Gunny Scarfo, Co-Founder at Nonfiction join me. Thanks to Tracksuit (affordable brand tracking) for supporting this Effie series. www.gotracksuit.com
Walmart's Virtual Worlds Gaming Strategy
Walmart's Head of Emerging Experience, Justin Breton and GEEIQ's CEO Charles Hambro join me to talk about gaming, virtual worlds and Walmart's place in them. This is episode one in a three episode virtual worlds series. Tickets for our June 18th, 2026 Live from Minneapolis show are now on sale.
Why Uber Eats won tonight's 2026 U.S. Grand Effie
Inside the Effie Judge's room in NYC on May 7th. Twelve judges were there to decide which of the seven Gold Effie-winning cases from earlier judging rounds would be awarded the prestigious Grand Effie for 2026. This is what happened.
The Power of Humor in Marketing
On this month's episode of On the Pulse, I'm joined by Ipsos' Chief Behavioral Scientist ion the U.S., Jesse Itzkowitz, and SVP, Head of Creative Excellence, Lisa Zielinski, to discuss the opportunity humor provides as a strategic tool. Thanks to Ipsos for supporting this monthly series.
On the Spot: Subaru and Vaseline
It's planners talking brands they've never worked on. We're joined this month by Landi Day, CSO at BBDO, Chicago and Omar Quinones, CSO at LERMA/, Dallas. We're having some laughs and talking Subaru and Vaseline. You can also watch this episode and see the creative work on our YouTube channel or website. Link below. Thanks to Tracksuit and System1 for making this series possibl
Planning for Effective Outcomes #2: How to build upon or challenge client briefs
In Ep#2 of our Effie series, Chief Strategy Officers share how they validate, build upon or challenge briefs from their clients. Will Grundy of adam&eveTBWA, E.T. Franklin of Publicis Media, Elizabeth Paul of Martin and Professor and best-selling Author, Marcus Collins join me. Thanks to Tracksuit (affordable brand tracking) for supporting this Effie series. www.gotracksuit.com
On the Pulse - how to win with sports sponsorships
Our new monthly series with Ipsos kicks off with a discussion on the pulse of brands & sports sponsorships. It's big business with big cross platform opportunities. I'm joined by Aubree Curtis of Creative Artists Agency (CAA) and Lisa Zielinski and Jamie Stenziano of Ipsos. You can also watch this episode on our website or YouTube channel.
What happens when the Airbnb team takes on a mortgage brand?
What happens when the team that brought you Airbnb's Belong Anywhere, Coke's Share a Coke and Prudential’s Day 1, come together on a mortgage brand? Rocket's new work is the result of not simply disrupting the mortgage category, but defining a new one. You can watch this episode on our YouTube Channel or our website at www.onstrategyshowcase.com.
On the Spot: Levis and Jeep
It's planners talking brands they've never worked on. I'm joined this month by John Kenny, CSO at Eversana Intouch and Ashley Williams, SVP, Experience Design at Spark Foundry, NYC. We're talking two iconic American brands. You can also watch this episode and see the creative work on our YouTube channel or website. Link below. Thanks to Tracksuit and System1 for making this ser
Planning for Effective Outcomes 2026 #1: CMOs on writing the client brief
Colin Kavanagh, CMO at Pernod Ricard, Adam Craw, Global Head of Prime Marketing at Amazon and George Felix, EVP CMO at Brinker International discuss how they get to defining their objectives, challenges, strategies and audience insights. And who writes the client brief. Thanks to the Effies and to Tracksuit for supporting this 6 part 2026 effectiveness series.
Life in the Valley live from Uber in San Francisco
Global marketing leaders from Uber, Airbnb, Coinbase and WestCap Private Equity join me for a conversation about the culture of marketing in the valley - all four came from an agency background. It's an honest, fascinating conversation. Thanks to Tracksuit, Ipsos and The Effies for supporting our live tour. You can also watch this episode on our YouTube channel or website.
How this Grand Effie winner fought generics and held its price premium
In a category dominated by generics (60%) and fixated on ever-faster pain relief, Nurofen escaped the category's tropes with a message that connected with women in a deeper, more meaningful way. I'm joined by McCann London's CEO, Mel Arrow and Strategy Partner, Jocelyn Major.
W+K and Trainline on turning your greatest weakness into opportunity
Trainline (a train ticket booking platform) is on a quest to own the journey, not just the ticket. W+K's CSO in Amsterdam, Nick Docherty and Trainline's VP Brand & Marketing, Jo McClintock, join me to share the thinking behind "The Way to Train."
Dos Equis' Most Interesting Man In the World is back. We talk about why
It should never have ended, but after a ten year break it's returning in all its epic glory. We get the backstory from Matt Saltzstein, VP Brand Marketing at Heineken and Jim Curtis, CCO at LePub, NYC. Stay Thirsty My Friends.
On the Spot: Rocket Mortgage and other post Super Bowl rants
It's planners talking brands they've never worked on. I'm joined this month by Emily Garvey, Head of Strategy at Zulu Alpha Kilo, NYC, and Caitlin Cody, EVP, Group Strategy Director at BBDO, Chicago. As always, balancing our opinions with facts are Tracksuit's Matthew Herbert and System1's Vanessa Chin.
The new book that makes the business case for creative effectiveness
The Effies and System1 have released The Creative Dividend. The book introduces tools to help marketers defend investment, improve work, and make advertising a more dependable driver of business growth. I talk with Effie CEO, Traci Alford, Effie CMO, Juliet Haygarth and System1 SVP, Andrew Tindall. Learn how to download the book for free.
Revisiting Challenger Brand Theory with Hugh Derrick of Eat Big Fish
Hugh Derrick is a long time partner at the Eat Big Fish consultancy in London. We talk about the principles outlined in Adam Morgan's original book and how time and shifts in social behavior have impacted its theories. A great conversation.
Live from Arnold in Boston: Brains, Grit and Brand Building
Boston has been a creative powerhouse for decades. While agencies like Mullen, The Barbarian Group, Modernista, and Hill Holiday have all left their mark, Arnold continues to this day, alongside smaller agencies like Colossus, to make a mark with national work (think Progressive Insurance) that makes most of us jealous. Boston also houses many in-house agencies at companies including The LEGO Grou
Müller Rice's award-winning pivot from attempting persuasion to avoiding rejection
After hitting a dead-end using traditional planning methods, the frustrated team discovered the true problem and pivoted to success. I'm joined by VCCP's CSO Max Keane and Planning Director Matt Hayes to talk through their Müller Rice award-winning Rice, Rice Baby campaign.
On the Spot: Burberry & Johnnie Walker
It's planners talking brands they've never worked on. I'm joined this month by Kate Rush Sheehy, CSO at GSD&M and Brendon Volpe, CSO at UM NYC. We're talking about the latest work from Burberry and Johnnie Walker. Thanks to Tracksuit and System1 for making this series possible.
How Dr. Dre is putting swagger back in the Goodyear brand
The new executive team discovered that while the 125 year-old brand is recognized, it's not well known. And in a category dominated by me-too products, it was time to reset the Goodyear brand. Built on the platform "tires worth bragging about," the campaign uses Dr. Dre's "Still D.R.E." to share the story of the brand's past and its pop culture presence. I'm
How Archer uses exaggerated reality to draw attention to genuine ingredients
We're a nation of protein-seeking adults in search of alternatives to yogurt snacks and chicken bites. So why not a healthier, protein-packed beef stick snack? Tons to learn in this episode. "Stick to Real" is the brand's platform. Its executions contrast exaggerated reality with moments of real. I talk with Archer Meat's Andrew Thomas. Thanks to Tracksuit for supporting o
Meet the team behind Amazon's ad strategy
We talk about how the world's greatest e-comm site considers category entry points. Also about the story behind this year's holiday ads campaign, including Benedict Cumberbatch's 5-Star Ratings Theatre, and what the now full-funnel marketer is still trying to better understand. I'm joined by Chris Marchegiani, Head of Brand Planning Insights and Creative, and Garett Levy, Sr. G
Live from Highdive in Chicago. The Holiday Ads Special
Planning's greatest Holiday Ads Party returned live to the Merchandise Mart in Chicago. A packed house watched and debated some of the best holiday ads from the US and UK. On stage were Nimisha Jain, CSO at Highdive, Pedr Howard, Head of Creative Excellence at Ipsos, Samantha Cescau, CSO at Leo Burnett and Mark Gross, Co-Founder and Co-CCO at Highdive. Love to hear what your favorite Holiday
Live from Mother in London: Reflections on 2025
We talk with some of London's top strategic and creative talent about the year that was 2025. Martin Beverley of Ace of Hearts, Paula Bloodworth of Alien Baby, Mel Arrow of McCann, Chris Gallery of Mother and Alex Grieve of BBH join me. Next live tour stop is Boston in late January. Thanks to The Effies, Tracksuit and Ipsos for supporting our Live Tour.
The story behind Indeed's Gold Effie-winning entrance into the Indian market
The odds were stacked against Indeed in India. Late to market and up against behemoths whose combined market share crossed 90%, they had a fight on their hands. We hear the backstory of how they build a B2B beachhead as a way into the broader B2C market. Thanks to the Effies for making this international episode possible.
On the Spot: The Ordinary & Claude AI
We're joined by Helene Dick, Head of Strategy at Special LA and Tom Kenny, CSO at Courage in Toronto. We discuss new work from The Ordinary and Mother's campaign for Claude AI. Thanks to Tracksuit and System1 for supporting this series.
Live from the 2025 UK Effie Awards
Our interviews with UK winners as their amazingly effective work gets recognized on Effie night in London. Xbox, Uber, Smarty Mobile, Irish Tourism, Walkers, CALM, and the Grand Prix winning Nurofen from McCann London. What a night for McCann. They also won Agency of the Year and took home a total of seven awards. You can see all of the creative work from these interviews on our website at onstrat
Live from Deutsch in LA: Those Moments of Magic
We brought together planners and creatives to talk about epiphany moments - those times when you know you've just unlocked the idea. We talk about what they ultimately led to in the work. Joining me are Ryan Lehr, Co-CCO at Deutsch, John Deschner, Head of Brand at Maximum Effort, Jill Burgeson, CSO at TBWA/Chiat/Day/LA, Amanda Shapiro, EVP Strategy at Deutsch and Jason Karley, ECD at Artist&a
Chris Beresford Hill shares the truth behind Michael Cera for CeraVe
An encore airing of this multiple Gold Effie winner. Chris Beresford-Hill, Worldwide Chief Creative Officer at BBDO shares the real story behind the Michael Cera campaign, one he led while at Ogilvy. Frustrated by how it was being told, he shares the reality.
How Persil followed women into sports
Unilever CMO, Tati Lindenberg and MullenLowe's Rachel Stets join me to share how Unilever's detergent brand in the UK, in an effort to reclaim its product performance strengths, partnered with Arsenal women's soccer for the "Every Stain Should Be Part of the Game" initiative. Thanks to Tracksuit (the affordable brand tracking solution) for supporting this episode.
Live from Mischief in NY: Has what matters most ever changed?
Five NY strategy leaders reflect on our topic and share their points of view on where we are today and how strong the future looks for what we do. Joining us are Jeff McCrory of Mischief, Tass Tsitsopoulos of W+K, Anibal Casso of Ogilvy, Emily Portnoy and BBDO, and Tom Morton of Narratory Capital. Thanks to our live tour sponsors: The Effies, Tracksuit and Ipsos.
On the Spot: British Airways and Dr. Pepper
It's planners talking brands they've never worked on. This month, guest panelists Dan Ng, CSO at Johannes Leonardo, NYC and Steve Walls, CSO at Moon Rabbit join our regular panel of misfits. Thanks to System1 and Tracksuit for making this series possible.
A conversation about strategy with Joe Burns of Quality Meats
I'm glad I recently met Joe Burns. He's my kind of strategist: blunt, honest and mostly right. From Mother to BBH to Quality Meats, Joe has been shaping his own unique style, one we should all get familiar with. You can also WATCH this episode on our website or YouTube channel. Be sure to Subscribe.
Live from Dallas: Ideas Born in Texas
The foundational brand campaigns of Home Depot, Chick-fil-A, RAM Trucks, Hummer, Fiat, Motel 6, Corona, Chili's, Stanley, and Southwest Airlines were all born in Texas. We recorded live at TRG to talk about this great body of work and what makes them Texas originals. I was joined by Derek Dabrowski, SVP, Head of Cold Brands at Kuerig Dr. Pepper, Terrence Reynolds, CCO, at TRG, Kate Rush Sheeh
Polaroid chases a comeback with the camera for an analog life
Remember Polaroid and its instant photo proposition? For some it’s a dusty icon of the past, but for others it might just be the latest innovative idea. Polaroid's internal creative and planning leads, Patricia Varella and Dovile Banyte join me to talk about "The camera for an analog life."
On the Spot: GAP and Chili's.
It's planners talking brands they've never worked on. This month, guest panelists Lachlan Badenoch, CSO at Carmichael Lynch and Kelsey Karson EVP, Head of Strategy at Tombras, join our regular panel of misfits. Thanks to System1 and Tracksuit for making this series possible.
The story behind Highdive's rise to fame as America's Super Bowl agency
Founded in 2016, Highdive has produced Super Bowl work for Lays, Jeep, State Farm, Rocket, MSC Cruises, BetMGM and more. Mark Gross, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer, Erin Wong, Group Strategy Director and Vanessa Chin of System1 join me.
Rick Brim, Martin Beverley and Polly McMorrow on their new venture
Watch out, they're coming. After 10 legendary years at Adam&EveDDB, Martin and Rick have resurfaced as Ace of Hearts alongside Polly McMorrow from McCann. We have an honest conversation about why they left, what their ambition is and what might be possible with a different kind of company.
Behind the scenes of Athletic Brewing's alcohol-free brand play
"Fit for all Times" is the brand's platform. CMO Andrew Katz joins me to talk about how a specialist brewer is trying to outperform the generalists, like Heineken, in the alcohol-free (AF) beer space. Thanks to Tracksuit (the affordable brand tracking solution) for making this episode possible.
Neutrogena's new angle on skincare: 90s nostalgia
If you're old enough to remember the 90s, you may be old enough for Neutrogena Retinol. The new work from BBDO disrupts the conventions of skincare with a fun angle that reminds us how old we really are. Thanks to Chris Riat of Neutrogena and Alex Booker and Leah Gritton Smolensky of BBDO, NY.
The story behind Heineken's brilliant Pub Succession and Pub Museums initiatives
"For the Love of Pubs" is Heineken's B2B2C platform for ensuring the long term health of Irish bars. I'm joined by Mark Noble of Heineken and Ger Roe of Publicis, Dublin to talk through the amazing award-winning ideas they've brought to life together over the last few years. What can you do for your channel partners?
On the Spot: Travel & Telco (the two Ts of summer)
Planners talking about brands they've never worked on. This month we talk Travel (Icelandic Tourism & City of Oslo) and Telco (Telstra & the U.S. big three.) Our guest planners are Caleb Smith of W+K, NYC and Rachael Stets of MullenLowe, London. Thanks to System1 and Tracksuit for making this series possible.
Yerba Madre’s Rebrand with CMO Emily Kortlang
The beverage brand's CMO, formerly of Red Bull, Beats and Apple, shares the story behind the rebrand and it’s ambitions to achieve mainstream volume in its distinctive yellow can. Thanks to Tracksuit (the affordable brand tracking solution) for supporting this episode.
Inside the judge's room for Favor Delivery's Gold Effie
Emily Portnoy, CSO at BBDO, NY, takes us inside this year's Effie judge's room to hear why Favor Delivery won Gold. We then hear from Favor's Chris Rogge and Preacher's Seher Sikandar for the story behind the winning campaign: "How Texas Orders In." You can see all the creative work on our website.
Behind Telstra's Marketing Transformation
A must listen episode. Telstra's CMO, Brent Smart shares the transformation of this once staid, government-owned Australian telco into a unique and creatively brilliant brand... with the business results that prove it.
The story behind Turo, the Airbnb of cars
After a rebrand and close to $1 billion in 2024 revenue, Turo is about to move into the early majority market. We talk with Global Head of Brand Strategy, Matt Kerbel. Thanks to Tracksuit (the affordable brand tracking solution) for making this episode possible. More at gotracksuit.com.
On the Spot: Corona & Uber Eats
Planners talk about brands they've never worked on. Joining our panel of misfits this month are Julian Morgan, Head of Strategy at Rethink and Rachel Pool, Head of Strategy at Ogilvy, NYC. We talk Uber Eats and Corona. Thanks to Tracksuit and System1 for supporting this series.
The story behind Uber Eats' "Football is for Food"
Georgie Jeffreys of Uber and Kelsey Hodgkin of Special Group, LA join me to share the story behind the amazing "Football is for Food" campaign, featuring Matthew McConaughey and so many others. A brilliant episode.
How Josh Wines turned reluctance into social Effie Gold
How an organic social moment changed how a wine brand went to market. Josh's CMO, Dan Kleinman is joined by Tombras' EVP, Head of Strategy, Kelsey Karson and VP, Group Creative Director, Morgan McLees to talk us through their 2025 Gold Effie-winning Josh O'Clock initiative. Thanks to The Effies and Tracksuit for making this episode possible.
Live with Effie winners in NYC
As the Official Podcast Partner of the Effies, we recorded nine short interviews with agencies and clients on awards night, before they even knew which Effie they'd won. We talk with Verizon/Ogilvy, McDonald's/W+K, Molson Coors/DDB, Chili's/Mischief, Favor/Preacher, Dramamine/FCB, Leo Burnett/Blood Appetit, VW/Johannes Leonardo. Congrats to all for their wins.
On the Spot: Tesla & Poppi. Planners talking about brands they've never worked on
When a show features planners talking about brands they've never worked on, you know it's gonna be fun, or at the very least weird. This month's On the Spot features two brands that appear to be headed in opposite directions: Tesla & Poppi. Guest panelists Ali Chastain, GSD at The Martin Agency and Matt Maynard, Head of Brand at Asana, join our regular panel of misfits. Thanks t
How Life360 is hilariously taking a bite out of Apple
Life360 is a family safety and location sharing app with 80 million active monthly users. Their latest work from ALTO, NY focuses on "Improving Everyday Family Life," with hilarious work that's winning in a space where Apple can't play as deeply.
Canva's campaign to drive expansion into B2B
In its ongoing quest to get its user friendly design tool into the hands of everyday presenters, Canva is pushing into enterprise applications. It's new campaign has fun with the idea of converting the last office hold-out. This episode is brought to you by Tracksuit, the affordable brand tracking solution for modern-day brands.
Live from Auckland: Lessons in Punching Above Your Weight
Recorded in front of a live audience at Colenso BBDO, we talk about New Zealand's culture of creativity; about what outside planners bring to the country and what it imparts upon them; about the cultural characteristics of New Zealanders; about the importance of winning, not just surviving, and about the dangers as the marketing sciences mainstream. Thanks to the Effies, Tracksuit and WARC fo
Live from Sydney: Breaking the Laws of Average
Some of the smartest creative and strategic minds in Australia join me live from Sydney to share how they are playing it perfectly unsafe. Thanks to Tracksuit, The Effies and WARC for supporting our Live Tour series. And to Ogilvy for hosting us.
On the Spot: Starbucks and JCPenney. Planners talking about brands they've never worked on
This month, Starbucks and JCPenney. Guest panelists Mary Bakarich, Group Strategy Director at Johannes Leonardo and Christopher Owens, Head of Strategy at TRG join our regular panel of misfits. Thanks to System1 and Tracksuit for making this new series possible.
Coors Light. From state of beer to state of mind
From "Cold & Refreshing" to "Choose Chill," Mischief and Coors Light are evolving the brand's positioning, resulting in new, unexpected and wonderfully entertaining work. We're joined by Marcelo Pascoa, VP Marketing at Coors and Nimisha Jain, EVP, Strategy at Mischief. Thanks to Tracksuit (the affordable brand tracking solution) for supporting our show.
Skittles. An Effie Best-of-the-Best Winner
"Apologize the Rainbow" was not a reactive, crisis-communications campaign. It was a strategic decision to positively highlight the negative passion of fans and convert it into positive energy for the brand. Mars/Wrigley Chief Brand Officer, Rankin Carroll and DDB Chicago's CCO, Colin Selikow, share the backstory to this Best-of-the-Best Effie Global Grand Prix winner. See the creat
Life after Agency Life Ep#3 (Tom Morton, Britton Taylor, Lisa Prince)
Our third episode on how planners are applying their skills outside of agency life. Tom Morton (Prior R/GA), Lisa Prince (Prior W+K) and Britton Taylor (Prior W+K) share why they left and the lessons learned along the way.
On the Spot: Progressive & Chick fil-A. Planners talking about brands they've never worked on
This month Progressive and Chick fil-A. Our guest panelists Marika Wiggan, Head of Strategy at Preacher and Alan Snitow, Freelance Strategist in Chicago, join our regular panel of misfits. Thanks to System1 and Tracksuit for making this new series possible.
Debuting the U.S. version of The Long & the Short of it
"The Multiplier Effect" answers if Binet & Field's principles play out when you use U.S. data. David Tiltman, Chief Content Officer at WARC walks us through the new report. Thanks to Tracksuit (the affordable brand tracking solution) for sponsoring this episode.
The Entertainer's campaign focuses on our kids charming obsessions
With the observation that kids go really charmingly deep into their obsessions...and then drop them overnight, this toy store's first mass brand campaign needed to cut through with a distinct voice as awareness and consideration numbers were falling. I'm joined by Catherine Willoughby of Adam&EveDDB, London for the back story and a brilliant example of fast-track planning.
Life After Agency Life Ep#2 (Marcus Collins, Suzanne Powers, Gareth Kay)
Our second episode on how planners are applying their skills outside of agency life. Marcus Collins, Gareth Kay and Suzanne Powers share why they left and the lessons learned along the way. Thanks to Tracksuit (the affordable brand tracking solution) for supporting this series.
On the Spot: Vrbo & Duluth Trading Co. Planners talking about brands they’ve never worked on
Vrbo and Duluth Trading Company. This month's guest panelist, Johnny Corpuz, Head of Comms Strategy at BBDO NY joins our regular panel of misfits. Thanks to System1 and Tracksuit for making this new series possible.
The story behind Kellogg's brand refresh
Doubling down on its main distinctive brand asset (Cornelius), Kellogg's and Leo Burnett, London have reimagined the brand and are using ethnography to unlock morning-time rituals that are fueling the next phase of creative work. Thanks to Tracksuit (the affordable brand tracking solution) for sponsoring this episode.
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