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The Big Impression

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The Big Impression returns for another season of insights and inspiration from leaders at the world’s most influential brands. Editors and co-hosts Damian Fowler and Ilyse Liffreing will look to uncover candid stories on game-changing campaigns from some of the world's biggest brands — including wins, losses, and lessons. New episodes are released every Wednesday.

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As FIFA World Cup fever takes hold across North America, Hisense USA CMO Sarah Larsen joins the podcast to discuss the brand's role as an official tournament partner, the strategy behind its "Out Host with Hisense" campaign, and how the company is us... more

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The Weather Company's Dani Feore joins The Big Impression to discuss the neuroscience behind weather-driven marketing, why consumer mindsets shift with changing conditions and how brands are using those insights to boost performance.

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Recent Guests

Sarah Larsen
CMO of Hisense USA
Hisense USA
Episode: Hisense CMO Sarah Larsen on turning the FIFA World Cup into a brand-building moment
Dani Feore
VP of Industry and Data Partnerships at The Weather Company
The Weather Company
Episode: The Weather Company's Dani Feore on how the elements can be a predictor of consumer behavior
David Young
VP of Retail Media at Dick's Sporting Goods
Dick's Sporting Goods
Episode: Dick’s Sporting Goods’ David Young on balancing performance with customer experience
Molly Hjelm
Head of Retail Media at Ace Hardware
Ace Hardware
Episode: Ace Hardware’s Molly Hjelm on bringing the retail back into retail media
Seth Walters
Head of CTV sales at EW Scripps
EW Scripps
Episode: E.W. Scripps’ Seth Walters on making premium sports more accessible
Doug Sweeny
Chief Marketing Officer
Oura
Episode: Oura’s Doug Sweeny on turning data into daily wellness
Heather Malenshek
SVP and Chief Marketing Officer
Land O'Lakes
Episode: Land O’Lakes’ Heather Malenshek on reshaping rural America’s story
Andrew Schneider
Chief Marketing Officer at Stanley Steemer
Stanley Steemer
Episode: Stanley Steemer’s Andrew Schneider on owning the spring clean
Natalia Ball
Global Chief Growth Officer at Mars Pet Nutrition
Mars Pet Nutrition
Episode: Pedigree’s Natalia Ball on turning an underdog into a Titanium Lion

Hosts

Damian Fowler
Host focusing on marketing insights and brand storytelling.
Ilyse Liffreing
Co-host and strategist focused on engagement and data-driven marketing storytelling.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Master interviewers!

    So much great content, strategies, and insights from top business executives! I can’t keep up with all your amazing interviews, episode titles, and content!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mischa-Z
    United States3 years ago
  • Great guests!

    Quality guests from across the marketing spectrum week over week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brian$1
    United States3 years ago
  • Zena Arnold

    Great discussion with Zena Arnold! What marketing means for the company - and for the consumer. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joey 2050
    United States5 years ago

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Shows attract insights on brand storytelling and human-centered campaigns.
Executives share practical, battle-tested marketing strategies with clear takeaways.
Guests come from across the marketing spectrum, offering broad perspectives.

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#42
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Dick’s Sporting Goods’ David Young on balancing performance with customer experience
Q: Could you give us a little bit more insight into how the campaign was developed and why you chose to start it early in the spring?
The campaign is built around a consistent insight that youth sports and family moments are foundational to our audience. Starting in the spring allows us to line up the right channels, secure the necessary creative production timelines, and align product storytelling across in-store and digital touchpoints so families feel confident and excited as back-to-school season approaches.
E.W. Scripps’ Seth Walters on making premium sports more accessible
Q: Seth, going all in on free over the air sports, what did you see in the market that made you feel that this was the right time to make that move?
The shift was driven by the migration of audiences to streaming and the strategic opportunity to monetize through advertising. By focusing on distribution and reach rather than locking content behind paywalls, Scripps could serve both local stations and national brands with a broad, high-attention audience.
Oura’s Doug Sweeny on turning data into daily wellness
Q: Do brands need to act as guides to everyday living?
Oura positions health as daily practice with small, consistent steps and emphasizes data-driven but benefit-led storytelling that resonates across demographics, not just elite athletes.
Oura’s Doug Sweeny on turning data into daily wellness
Q: What stood out about the Winter Olympics rollout and partnership?
The organic relationships with hundreds of teams and athletes made the formal partnership feel like a natural extension, and it was easy to onboard athletes and trainers who already used the product in their regimes.
Oura’s Doug Sweeny on turning data into daily wellness
Q: Do you get different insights from different global marketplaces?
Yes. The US and the UK are the most mature markets with strong awareness, while places like Mumbai, Sydney, and Berlin require region-specific storytelling—engineering-focused in Germany, sleep-focused in Japan, holistic wellness in the UK/US.

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What is The Big Impression about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show features high-caliber marketing and brand leaders discussing real-world campaigns, growth plays, and lessons learned from large-scale initiatives. Across episodes, themes include the evolution of media strategies, data-driven storytelling, and authentic brand purpose, often tied to culture shifts, sports partnerships, and destination or product launches. Notable spikes include a focus on leveraging local-to-national media ecosystems, blending legacy brands with modern channels, and using storytelling to humanize technology and services. The format tends to center on practical takeaways for marketers and sponsorship teams, with guests drawn from consumer brands, sports, hospitality, and technology—providing actionable insights for l... more

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4. Molly Hjelm
5. Seth Walters
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7. Heather Malenshek
8. Andrew Schneider

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