
Every week, Ad Age Insider helps make sense of what's happening across advertising, marketing and media—and why it matters. Hosted by Parker Herren, the show features conversations with Ad Age editors and reporters unpacking the stories they're covering, with context, skepticism and perspective beyond the headlines. From shifts in power and strategy to cultural moments shaping the business of bran... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 190 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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Senior agency reporter Brian Bonilla goes deep on the current new business marketplace, including how government policy, tech and AI innovation and industry consolidation are impacting agency account reviews. Bonilla shares current brand needs, expla... more
Agency reporter Ewan Larkin decodes a recent lawsuit against WPP Media that has made agency transparency the industry's buzziest topic. Larkin defines media rebates and principal media buying, explaining how agencies aggregate billions in client ad b... more
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The guests are truly amazing and I often re-listen to episodes. Thanks to Brian Braiker's unique style, there's an authenticity that permeates each episode – you feel like you are in the room listening to genuine conversations.
Last two podcasts with Shelly Lazarus and Jeff Goodby were home runs! Wondering if the theme music is original to the podcast or is it commercially available?
Ad Age and their incredible guests talk all things advertisement, not only providing insight we wouldn't have otherwise, but also giving businesses the tools they need to get hands-on with their own marketing. The best part is it all comes from truly engaging individuals that know the industry inside and out. Thanks so much for putting out such a spectacular show Ad Age - keep up the great work!
Full disclosure, I’ve only listened to one episode so take this as you will, but the interview with Vox sounded more like unchallenged talking points read from a press release than an unguarded, casual jargon-free conversation. Ad Age has a long successful history and I want to see them succeed but I would suggest to either adjust the name to reflect what this is or truly dig and challenge their guests.
Genuinely enjoy this. Please keep up the great work. My only gripe is that there is not more, whether that be more frequent episodes or other podcast content from Adage. Although, it cannot be easy lining up the biggest names week in and week out. Thank you for producing this show.
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The show covers the business of advertising, marketing, and media through interviews with experienced reporters and editors who break down industry-moving stories. Recent episodes center on money and power dynamics in media buying, the real-world impact of AI on campaigns and careers, major event advertising strategies (like the Super Bowl and the Olympics), and how brands use narrative formats such as long-form branded entertainment to stand out. Production quality and host presence are recurring topics in listener feedback, with strong interest in practical takeaways for marketers, agencies, and brands. Noteworthy angles include transparency in agency rebates, regulatory questions around pharma ads, and the evolving talent landscape as AI... more
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2. Brian Bonilla
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