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Uncovering patterns of change in media, culture, and technology, each week media veterans Brian Morrissey, Alex Schleifer and Troy Young break down stuff that matters. Get our newsletters: www.peoplevsalgorithms.com/ www.therebooting.com/ www.peoplevsalgorithms.com

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Jonathan Nelson
Architect of Omnicom's digital strategy.
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Sara Fischer
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Emily Sundberg
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Episode: The Business of Influence with Emily Sundberg

Hosts

Brian Morrissey
Co-host and media veteran with extensive experience in journalism and digital media.
Troy Young
Co-host with a focus on advertising and digital strategy, bringing humor and critical insights to discussions.
Alex Schleifer
Co-host with a background in design and technology, offering unique perspectives on media evolution.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 140 ratings
  • Best Insight to Noise Ratio Out There

    Just brilliant. I’m a psychologist working on the impact of tech on our minds, and Troy, Brian and Alex consistently deliver the best insight to noise ratio you’ll find in the podcast world. If I could only listen to one podcast for original ideas, inspiration and insight, PVA would be it. Absolutely fabulous.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    paulsmarsden
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Turn down the boomer in Troy AI

    There’s something that I’m getting from this pod that is unique… so even though you’re a sexless Fleetwood Mac, please don’t breakup. But, why is Troy always at Alex’s throat? I’m pretty sure that we’re all 75% listening this for the insight of how tech will change media. Why so angry at the most tech-forward amount you — that being Alex? Troy, you have a beautiful, boomer(ing) voice. You’re already turned up to 11. Only Spinal Tap wants that.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Roy Stan
    United States8 months ago
  • Poignant

    I’ve recently come across this podcast and the views of the trio are divergent and thoughtful. Some very good debates about relevant issues. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ledouche69
    Australia8 months ago
  • Smart, thoughtful, funny with a healthy dose cynicism

    Love this show, it hits a real sweet spot for me between the evolution of digital media and publishing, product, advertising and new technology and its potential impact but with a more wide angle lens looking at more subjects and interesting points of view on some of what’s happening in the world. Love the hosts, love their dynamic and their individual viewpoints on the same issues. Keep going with more of the same!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fionn Hyndman
    United States9 months ago
  • Intelligent conversations and fun to listen to.

    In the last few months l've quickly become an avid listener and fan of

    PVA. I truly enjoy all the exchanges between Troy, Brian and Alex. Their very different personalities and areas of expertise are the original ingredients for their fresh, never obvious takes and angles on media, tech and behavioural shift in culture and commerce. I love it and I truly hope PVA will keep going and thrive!

    Also can you guys please enforce Alex to attend every episode?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ak1n4t0r
    Australia10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful and entertaining discussions among the hosts about media and technology.
While many find the discussions enlightening, some listeners express concern about interpersonal dynamics among the hosts influencing the conversations.
The hosts are praised for their chemistry and comedic exchanges, which enhance the informative content.
Audience feedback often highlights the relevance of the topics discussed, particularly around the impact of AI and media dynamics.

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#236
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#176
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#78
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#204
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Brittle Apple
Q: What kind of person do you think would be ideal to replace Tim Cook?
It definitely needs to be a product person and somebody that's close to developers.
Brittle Apple
Q: Alex, why don't you just start us off, where is Apple at this moment?
They are at their most brittle, and for the first time in a long time, the people aren't rooting for them.
The Taste Premium
Q: Can taste be learned or is it innate?
Taste is not innate; it can be actively developed through exposure, education, and cultural engagement.
The Taste Premium
Q: What is taste?
Taste is often a form of gatekeeping that influences status and identity, while also being a fluid concept that can be developed over time.
DDM's Neil Vogel on Navigating Change
Q: What made the quarter work?
Neil mentions several contributing factors, including premium advertising, performance marketing, and effective integration of brands post-acquisition.

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