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Each week, the AdExchanger editorial team drills into the week's most urgent headlines in digital marketing. Hosted by Executive Editor Sarah Sluis, this podcast gets listeners up to speed on the most pressing news in ad tech and beyond, with key background details and analysis.

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Latest Episodes

This year's TV Upfronts buzzwords are in: performance, dynamic, AI and fandom We explain why this quartet of phrases wove their way through the presentations.

If a tree falls in a forest, does it make a sound? And if a UID2 doesn't work -- does anyone notice? Inside a UID2 mix-up that has a publisher questioning the value of alt IDs. Then, what Kochava's settlement with the FTC means for any ad tech compan... more

Take your sunglasses off for this one. Fresh off the POSSIBLE conference in Miami, our reporters debrief on how the marketing industry addressed the subject du jour: AI. Plus: the topics that were conspicuously absent from the conference.

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Programmatic infighting reached a new peak last fall, as LinkedIn flame wars erupted over transaction IDs. OMD Worldwide Chief Media Officer Ben Hovaness, leader of a new programmatic peacekeeping group, talks through the org's goal to encourage more... more

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Recent Guests

Samantha Dasher
SVP of Publisher Strategy
Verve
Episode: Identity Without Oversight
Alison Schiff
Data privacy expert and managing editor
AdExchanger
Episode: Identity Without Oversight
Anthony Vargas
Senior Editor
AdExchanger
Episode: Identity Without Oversight
Ben Hovaness
Chief Media Officer
OMD Worldwide
Episode: Programmatic Peacekeeping
Colin Colburn
VP of Retail Media for Ivy Tech Lab
Ivy Tech Lab
Episode: Reaching For More Reach
Justin Barton
From Agrimedia, talking about first-party data and audience accelerators
Agrimedia
Episode: Reaching For More Reach
Ed See
Chief Growth Officer
Zeta
Episode: Ad Tech's Off-Broadway Debut
Sarah Caputo
Founder of Fraction Method
Fraction Method
Episode: Will The Trade Desk Right-Size Its Margins?
Adrienne Beck
Head of Marketing Insights and Analytics at The Weather Company
The Weather Company
Episode: Gold Medal CTV

Host

Sarah Sluis
Executive Editor, Editorial Director, and Host with extensive experience in digital marketing and advertising discussions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • Good content but…

    The content is great and usually very timely. However, Anthony Vargas uses too many filler words to the point I’ve stopped listening to several episodes

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    The upset duck
    United States9 months ago
  • Working through the kinks

    Hey folks, with all due respect and love, the verbal ticks of the newer hosts are honestly hard to get past. When ‘like’ and ‘you know’ is said 15 times in a sentence, some work is needed. I’m not sure what the solve is but certainly worth trying for the audience’s sake IMO.

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    4
    elle-e-belle
    United States2 years ago
  • Political Hacks

    Hard to take pod seriously when they are such committed leftists who misrepresent anything they do not support.

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    1
    Dem22Victory
    United States4 years ago
  • Amazing content!

    Got into a few episodes, and the content is great! I love how she leads meaningful conversations with his guests who bring so much experience to the table. Very informative!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Facqt Media
    United States4 years ago
  • Bad people

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    jodoin1425
    Canada4 years ago

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Several listeners have noted a perceived political bias in discussions, which might not resonate with every audience member.
Overall, it is generally viewed as a top source for understanding trends within the digital marketing landscape.
The podcast is well-regarded for its in-depth analysis and meaningful conversations, making it a valuable resource for professionals in the ad tech space.
Listeners appreciate the timely and relevant content, though some have expressed concerns regarding the delivery and host presentation.

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Identity Without Oversight
Q: Audience development is going through a real shift right now. How are you seeing discovery actually happen today?
Samantha Dasher explains that discovery now happens across multiple surfaces beyond search, including newsletters, AI-assisted answers, and direct relationships, with publishers that produce quality, nuanced content gaining visibility across channels.
Gold Medal CTV
Q: What does the recent 'Wired for Weather' research reveal about the relationship between weather and consumer behavior?
It shows that weather affects our subconscious, changing how we process emotions and memories, which are critical for purchase decisions.
Gold Medal CTV
Q: What insight does the data from CPG companies provide about current consumer behavior and advertising spending?
Many CPG companies are observing a downturn in spending from the Hispanic demographic, potentially influenced by economic factors and fear in the community.
The Remedies Edition
Q: What are the remedies that Judge Mehta ordered Google to implement?
Judge Mehta ordered Google to stop making exclusive deals for its search engine and to share search data with qualified competitors.
When The Trade Desk Dips, Ad Tech Drops
Q: Why does Wall Street seem to be skeptical about ad tech?
The cyclical and unpredictable nature of ad tech revenues compared to more predictable subscription models makes investors wary.

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Focused on the most recent urgent headlines in digital marketing and advertising technology, the content tends to extensively cover trending topics such as AI in advertising, the evolving landscape of consumer data, and significant market shifts influenced by economic factors. Episodes frequently feature expert interviews and practical insights, making it a valuable resource for professionals seeking a deeper understanding of the current advertising ecosystem. Unique to this podcast is its ability to blend up-to-date news analysis with in-depth discussions on strategic implications, appealing primarily to industry insiders and those keen on staying informed about market innovations and challenges.

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2. Alison Schiff
3. Anthony Vargas
4. Ben Hovaness
5. Colin Colburn
6. Justin Barton
7. Ed See
8. Sarah Caputo

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