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The CMO Whisperer

Steve Olenski
Artificial Intelligence
Claritas
Marketing
AI In Marketing
DNA Vibe
Measurement
BNI
Relationship Marketing
Attribution
Global Marketing
Christopher Wallace
Zen Business
Kwieri
CES
Branding
Adidas North America
J.crew
Amplitude
Zappi
Brand Global, Adapt Local

The CMO Whisperer, hosted by former Forbes writer Steve Olenski, is a curated executive platform and marketing leadership podcast where CMOs, brand leaders, and senior operators share candid insights on leadership, brand strategy, and growth. Spanning business, sports, and media, it goes beyond marketing to reveal how top leaders make decisions and perform at the highest levels.

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Recent Guests

Ryan Nelsen
Chief Marketing Officer at StackAdapt
StackAdapt
Episode: AI Changed Marketing Forever - Ryan Nelsen
Paul Rossetti
Chief Sales Officer at Claritas
Claritas
Episode: Marketing Must Drive Revenue - Paul Rossetti
Stacey Huston
CEO of 6degrees.org; executive producer of their top-ranked podcast; leader of Entering Change
6degrees.org / Entering Change
Episode: Connection Creates Real Impact - Stacy Huston
Anda Gansca
CEO and co-founder of Knotch
Knotch
Episode: Optimize Humanity, Not Productivity - Anda Gansca
Ron Cohen
SVP of Practice Leadership, Claritas
Claritas
Episode: Know More About Customers - Ron Cohen
Heather McLeod
Chief Marketing Officer at BNI
BNI (Business Network International)
Episode: Relationships Still Drive Business - Heather McLeod
Jimmy Smith
Founder of Mind Matters (amusement park entertainment) and creative innovator at the intersection of culture, technology, and storytelling
Mind Matters
Episode: What Brands Still Don’t Understand About Attention - Jimmy, Sequel, Jarrel Smith & Patrick Johnson Jr
Sequel Smith
Co-founder and president of Klassy, creative director
Klassy
Episode: What Brands Still Don’t Understand About Attention - Jimmy, Sequel, Jarrel Smith & Patrick Johnson Jr
Jarrel Smith
Co-founder and CEO of Klassy
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Host

Steve Olenski
Host of The CMO Whisperer, a platform featuring CMOs, brand leaders, and senior operators sharing candid insights on leadership, brand strategy, and growth.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Insightful and Actionable Branding Wisdom

    Steve Olenski’s podcast is a standout for anyone exploring branding and marketing. In just one episode, I gained so many actionable takeaways—from understanding the role of culture to connecting authentically with an audience. Steve’s thoughtful hosting style allows guests like Dr. Marcus Collins to dive deep without interruption, creating conversations that are both insightful and practical. Highly recommend giving it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Portrait Queen
    United Statesa year ago
  • the best

    there’s no one better then Steve! Great content, questions and guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    angryddcustomer
    United States2 years ago
  • One of the best marketing podcasts

    Loved my time with Steve. He puts you at ease and keep the conversation organic, informal and always fun and entertaining. Will highly recommend his podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JawadBis
    United States3 years ago
  • Solid content and insights

    Solid content and insights from an expert in the marketing realm.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cjweb
    United States3 years ago
  • Whisperer Magic

    I’ve know Steve for years. He inspires me as a friend and his podcast inspires the CMO in me. His straight forward consumer centric point of view is spot on.

    #TheCMOWhisperer

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michele Barbone
    United States3 years ago

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Audience value strong leadership and brand strategy discussions with real-world relevance.
Content is seen as high-quality, informative, and engaging for marketing leaders.
Guests consistently praise practical takeaways and actionable insights.
Host is lauded for conversational, easygoing interviewing style that puts guests at ease.

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Brand Bravery in EdTech - John Jorgenson
Q: Can you share a leadership lesson that has stayed with you?
Active listening and understanding the team's perspective first; by involving people in the process, the creative outcomes reflect their voices and increase buy-in and effectiveness of the final product.
Brand Bravery in EdTech - John Jorgenson
Q: How does Cambium think about brand bravery in practice?
Brand bravery means saying no to opportunities that don't align with the core brand promise, while remaining open to new ideas and changes that keep the brand relevant and true to its purpose of supporting teachers and students.
Brand Bravery in EdTech - John Jorgenson
Q: What can you do to hire the right people who possess durable, non-technical skills that fit your culture?
Focus on culture and trust: look for natural curiosity, a team-oriented mindset, and the ability to connect with others—even remotely. Ask questions that reveal alignment with the company's purpose and willingness to grow with the team, not just resume credentials.
Brand with Backbone - Matt Sutton
Q: Explain how you decide what's worth taking that kind of creative risk and where the line is drawn.
We balance reach and earned attention with distinctiveness, and ensure there is a solid business case and alignment with brand parameters; leadership supports calculated risk but we avoid crossing actionable boundaries that could harm the brand.
Brand with Backbone - Matt Sutton
Q: But walk us to, actually let me back up before we get into the thinking of it. Explain for those who are not familiar with the campaign, what it is.
The campaign is a multi-faceted approach to reintroduce Columbia's edge: a mix of earned media stunts, a dynamic product campaign, and a website refresh, built around returning to the brand's roots while leveraging modern storytelling and physical stunts.

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Recent guests on The CMO Whisperer include:

1. Ryan Nelsen
2. Paul Rossetti
3. Stacey Huston
4. Anda Gansca
5. Ron Cohen
6. Heather McLeod
7. Jimmy Smith
8. Sequel Smith

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