Rephonic
Artwork for Breaking and Entering Advertising Podcast

Breaking and Entering Advertising Podcast

Breaking and Entering Media
Advertising
Advertising Industry
Creativity
Independent Agencies
Marketing
Super Bowl
Marketing Strategy
Nike
Creative Advertising
Crowbar Awards
Gen Z
Digital Marketing
Marketing Strategies
NFL
Brand Positioning
Client Relationships
Austin
Super Bowl Advertising
Ohio
Mentorship

Connecting the advertising and marketing world, one heist at a time. We bridge gaps by connecting agencies with brands, talent with recruiters, and creatives with opportunity. Whether you're a marketing exec looking for your next agency partner or breaking in for the first time, this feed is for you. Hear from agency leaders, brand marketers, reporters, and more. Join 150,000 listeners exploring t... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes557Founded6 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Business

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Breaking and Entering Advertising Podcast

Latest Episodes

Every brand wants a distinctive voice. Very few know how to build one.

This week, Geno sits down with brand voice consultant Vikki Ross, who has helped companies including JLR and Sky define how they communicate across every customer touchpoint.

Th... more

Michael Aimette didn't set out to become Chief Creative Officer of BBDO New York.He started in media planning, considered journalism, moved to Ireland to write a novel, directed a feature film, and eventually found his way back to advertising.In this... more

Jamie Umpherson didn't go to portfolio school.

Before breaking into advertising, he managed a bar, designed coupons for eight hours a day, and spent nights teaching himself the fundamentals of creativity while building a portfolio from scratch.

Tod... more

Lisa Topol spent decades building her career at some of advertising's biggest agencies, eventually becoming Co-Chief Creative Officer at DDB. Then she left.

In this episode, Lisa shares why she walked away from the holding company world, what she f... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

My First Million
My First MillionHubspot Media
The Tim Ferriss Show
The Tim Ferriss ShowTim Ferriss: Bestselling Author, Human Guinea Pig

Recent Guests

Michael Aimette
CCO of BBDO New York
BBDO New York
Episode: BBDO New York CCO Michael Aimette on Why Great Ideas Beat Perfect Craft Every Time
Jamie Umpherson
Chief Creative Officer at Runway and Runway Studios
Runway, Runway Studios
Episode: Why Making Things Matters More Than Ever | Jamie Umpherson, CCO, Runway & Runway Studios
Lisa Topol
Chief Creative Officer, Oberland
Oberland
Episode: What I Learned After Leaving the Holding Companies | Lisa Topol, CCO, Oberland
Antonio McDonald
Founder & CEO of KUAMP; former MTV contributor and branded content pioneer
KUAMP
Episode: What MTV Understood About Culture | Antonio McDonald, Founder & CEO, KUAMP
Minh Ngoc
Copywriter and assistant for the strategy planner on the campaign
RMIT University, Vietnam
Episode: How Three Students From Vietnam Created a Lollapalooza Idea That Impressed Highdive's Mark Gross
My Phung
Strategy planner and creator of the campaign visuals and concepts
RMIT University, Vietnam
Episode: How Three Students From Vietnam Created a Lollapalooza Idea That Impressed Highdive's Mark Gross
Anthony Reeves
VP of Global Brand & Creative at Kohler Company; speaker, consultant, author of Eat the Donkey
Kohler Company
Episode: I Thought I Knew Everything Until Amazon Humbled Me
Sam Slaughter
Founder of Lighthouse Creative Group
Lighthouse Creative Group
Episode: What This Agency Founder Wishes He Knew Earlier | Sam Slaughter, Founder of Lighthouse Creative
Chuck McBride
Founder of Cutwater, renowned advertiser involved in landmark campaigns
Cutwater
Episode: Advertising Isn't Dying. You're Just Listening to the Wrong People. | Ad Legend Chuck McBride

Host

Gino
Host of Breaking and Entering Advertising Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 240 ratings
  • Insightful.

    Very insightful podcast led by Geno & Jack. Keep up the good work, guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lenny Caruso
    United Statesa year ago
  • Grow in Advertising

    The Breaking and Entering podcast is an amazing resource for anyone looking to start and grow a career in advertising. It’s packed with practical insights, industry trends, and expert advice that help you navigate the field. There are lots of episodes that offer unique perspectives and valuable networking tips, making it a fantastic place to connect and learn from successful voices in the industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Seanmilleryvr
    Canada2 years ago
  • The very best podcast in advertising today

    I started listening to Geno’s breaking and entering podcast a few months ago and I think this is the best advertising podcast to listen to if you are trying to get into the business.

    He interviews all sorts of guests, and they provide full in depth stories and insights into the world of advertising, and how they got started in the business.

    I’ve learned a great deal and I’m even more encouraged about the industry after listening.

    This is a world of knowledge for anyone in the business and those ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Justin Cri
    Canada2 years ago
  • Highly recommend listening

    This is the best podcast– gives a ton of insight into the ad industry and the stories behind the most successful creatives. I look forward to it every week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DSil11
    United States2 years ago
  • Incredible Podcast

    This podcast serves as the holy grail for any individual looking to break into the industry or learn more about cool people in advertising. Does a phenomenal job bringing in guests from all different ends of the spectrum, asks meaningful questions, and is an incredible networking tool!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeanne4040
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests are described as experienced, candid, and industry-leading, with a focus on real-world outcomes.
The show is a strong resource for students and early-career creatives.
Listeners praise practical, actionable insights for breaking into advertising.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What MTV Understood About Culture | Antonio McDonald, Founder & CEO, KUAMP
Q: What is your advice to someone who wants to stay focused in a noisy industry?
Stay focused on the chosen path, avoid distractions, and communicate clearly through a strong personal brand and elevator pitch, with practical steps like refining LinkedIn, portfolios, and targeted outreach.
What MTV Understood About Culture | Antonio McDonald, Founder & CEO, KUAMP
Q: What should a new graduate or entrant do to land their first role?
He emphasizes internships, a sharp focus on a specific path (e.g., art direction), building a portfolio that demonstrates capability, and proactively creating work to gain visibility and traction.
What MTV Understood About Culture | Antonio McDonald, Founder & CEO, KUAMP
Q: What does the power of independence mean to you?
Antonio describes independence as the ability to have a voice and shape culture, collaborate more freely, and move with agility without being tethered to a holding company—while acknowledging the need for funding and partnerships.
What MTV Understood About Culture | Antonio McDonald, Founder & CEO, KUAMP
Q: So let's say Breaking and Entering is a potential client. What could you do for Breaking and Entering?
Antonio explains they would begin by learning about Breaking and Entering, understanding their goals, and then quickly move to connect them to culture with an end-to-end, senior-led approach that covers strategy, production, and post-production without handoffs.
I Thought I Knew Everything Until Amazon Humbled Me
Q: What was the pivotal moment when Eat the Donkey began to shape your career philosophy?
Moving to the US to join an internal Amazon marketing team exposed him to the 'Amazon first' mindset and the power of humility, which became the core lesson behind Eat the Donkey.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About This Podcast

What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on practical pathways into advertising and leadership within the industry, featuring conversations with agency founders, brand designers, creative directors, and veterans who share how they broke in, built teams, and navigated changes like AI and industry consolidation. Episodes often emphasize hands-on advice for interns and early-career creatives, the craft of brand storytelling, design and typography, and real-world campaigns that demonstrate how ideas translate into impact. Notably, the host and frequent guests stress mentorship, portfolio-building, collaboration, and staying human-centered in a fast-moving, ever-evolving field. The format tends toward actionable guidance, candid career journeys, and behind-the-scenes ... more

Where can I find podcast stats for this podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to this podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does this podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for this podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for this podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for this podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does this podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers this podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to this podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with this podcast:

1. Uncensored CMO
2. My First Million
3. The Tim Ferriss Show
4. A Bit of Optimism
5. Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard

How many episodes of this podcast are there?

this podcast launched 6 years ago and published 557 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact this podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for this podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for this podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for this podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of this podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on this podcast?

Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Michael Aimette
2. Jamie Umpherson
3. Lisa Topol
4. Antonio McDonald
5. Minh Ngoc
6. My Phung
7. Anthony Reeves
8. Sam Slaughter

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days