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FRICTION RELOADED - Marketing Trends

Florian Schleicher
Artificial Intelligence
Social Media
Real Life Activities
Brand Events
Austria
IAA
Manner
Algorithmic Media
Attention Economy
Lebensgefühl
Trust and Quality Metrics
Happiness
NDA Campaign
Branding
Digital Marketing
Linkedin
Creativity

Welcome to FRICTION RELOADED — the podcast. I'm Florian Schleicher, a marketing strategist, and this is where we cut through the noise. Because everyone is talking about trends. But most of it is noise. In this podcast, I sit down with industry leaders, marketers, and strategists who don't just talk about what's coming — they tell you what it means and what to do with it. Real perspectives. Action... more

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Fredrik Borestrom is the World President and Chair of the IAA, the International Advertising Association, a body that spans 56 countries, bringing agencies, brands, media owners and academia under one roof. He stepped into that role in 2025 after lea... more

Christian Schneider is Director of Digital Marketing & Consumer Service at Manner. In this role, he is responsible for a wide range of areas, including strengthening and professionalizing the online presence of all 5 brands. This encompasses digital ... more

Sandra Stichauner is Chief Marketing Officer at the Austrian National Tourist Organisation, leading global marketing across more than 30 international markets. With over 15 years of experience in brand and tourism marketing, she stands for modern bra... more

David Dittrich has over two decades of experience at the intersection of music, technology, and marketing. Currently Head of Marketing at Hitradio Ö3 – Austria's leading radio station – he has previously led artist marketing at Universal Music, heade... more

Andreas Cieslar is a distinguished brand strategist and marketing expert who has shaped numerous well-known brands in Austria. He currently serves as Head of Marketing and Branding at DONAU Versicherung, where he oversees the entire brand presence – ... more

Magdalena Horejs is a Creative Strategist at Scholz & Friends Vienna, acting as the link between the client and the creative team. She moved to Germany in 2021 to study and stayed for four years – three of which she spent at Hamburg (main client: McD... more

Stefan Sagmeister has designed for clients as diverse as the Rolling Stones, HBO, and the Guggenheim Museum. He’s a two time Grammies winner and also earned practically every important international design award.

Stefan talks about the large subject... more

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Fredrik Boreström
World President and Chair of the IAA; Director of International Agency Development at LinkedIn (EMEA & LATAM)
IAA, LinkedIn
Episode: "Creativity is the Superpower" - Fredrik Borestrom from the IAA on the big industry picture
Christian Schneider
Director of Digital Marketing and Consumer Service at Manner
Manner
Episode: "Creating Memories Together" - Christian Schneider from Manner about what it takes to be a Love Brand
Sandra Stichauner
Chief Marketing Officer at the Austrian National Tourist Organisation
Austrian National Tourist Organisation
Episode: "Something That Stays In Your Head" - Sandra Stichauner on the award winning NDA campaign
David Dittrich
Head of Marketing at Ö3; former Universal Music marketing lead
Ö3, Universal Music
Episode: "Unmistakably Human" - David Dittrich on Meaningful Friction in Marketing
Andreas Cieslar
Brand Strategist and Marketing Expert; Head of Marketing and Branding at DONAU Versicherung
DONAU Versicherung
Episode: "3 Big Shifts in Marketing" - Andreas Cieslar on the Challenges within our Industry
Magdalena Horejs
Creative strategist at Scholz & Friends Vienna, head of strategy for Scholz & Friends Vienna
Scholz & Friends Vienna
Episode: "Make It Feel Human" - Magdalena Horejs on strategy, IRL brands and AI
Stefan Sagmeister
Designer and artist behind Sagmeister & Walsh; prolific author and speaker
Sagmeister & Walsh
Episode: "Now is Better" - Stefan Sagmeister on optimism, trends and AI

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Florian Schleicher
Host of the show, Marketing Strategist

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"Creativity is the Superpower" - Fredrik Borestrom from the IAA on the big industry picture
Q: What was the most surprising or impactful question or statement you've heard in your interviews for this podcast series?
The most impactful takeaway was Stefan Sagmeister's optimistic framing—his emphasis on optimism over pessimism, especially in a world with a relentless 24-hour news cycle, which reminded me to focus on positive progress and future possibilities.
"Creativity is the Superpower" - Fredrik Borestrom from the IAA on the big industry picture
Q: In your current role, what thought or feeling should people have when they interact with the IAA on any level?
People should feel that they are entering a global environment of leaders and thinkers united by a purpose to provide value to the industry and to build sustainable growth, with a forward-looking, positive growth mindset and a commitment to doing well by doing good.
"Something That Stays In Your Head" - Sandra Stichauner on the award winning NDA campaign
Q: How did you blend online storytelling with real-life experiences to strengthen the campaign?
They translated digital storytelling into real-life activations, such as vernissages where journalists surrendered their phones and explored hidden gems, creating a tangible link between online content and real-world experiences for audiences and media.
"Something That Stays In Your Head" - Sandra Stichauner on the award winning NDA campaign
Q: What inspired the NDA approach and how did you justify the risk inside the organization?
The team wanted to break from mainstream tourism marketing by focusing on an authentic, human-centric idea. They looked for a subject that was timely (over-tourism) and could create curiosity without giving away the product immediately, then used the NDA as a clever mechanism to reveal hidden gems and spark discussion.
"3 Big Shifts in Marketing" - Andreas Cieslar on the Challenges within our Industry
Q: When did you come into contact with an insurance company for the first time?
The guest recalls his first interaction being at 18 when starting to sign up for a car insurance through a representative, a typical legacy path, and noting how relationships and handovers persist through generations in the market.

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The show consistently explores how brands can cut through noise by prioritizing human connection, meaningful experiences, and practical strategy in marketing. Episodes frequently tackle themes like friction in consumer interactions, the evolving role of AI in creative work, and the shift from broad reach to authentic, behavior-driven engagement. Guests typically bring deep expertise in brand strategy, advertising, or media, sharing real-world examples—from award-winning campaigns to live events—that illustrate how to apply thoughtful marketing principles in a fast-changing landscape. The format tends to blend concrete insights with actionable guidance, making it valuable for marketers, brand leaders, and creative professionals seeking to tr... more

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3. Sandra Stichauner
4. David Dittrich
5. Andreas Cieslar
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7. Stefan Sagmeister

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