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The AI Marketing Companion

Sandy Carter
Marketing
Artificial Intelligence
Creativity
Content Creation
Marketing Strategy
AI In Marketing
Consumer Behavior
Social Media
Entrepreneurship
Linkedin
Cognitive Offloading
Deep Thinking
Storytelling
Community Building
Marketing Strategies
Community Engagement
Personal Branding
Personal Development
AI In SEO
Emotional Engagement

The AI Marketing Companion, hosted by Sandy Carter, is the world's most entertaining marketing podcast. Sandy is a bestselling author of "AI First, Human Always," a Forbes Top 150 contributor, and a keynote speaker at Davos, CES, SXSW, and the United Nations. She took the mic in January 2026 from founding host Mark Schaefer, carrying forward 13 years of laugh-out-loud conversation, surprise guests... more

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Described AI is changing marketing faster than any technology shift we've seen before. The question is no longer whether marketers should use AI. The question is who will use it well enough to win.

In just 30 minutes, you'll learn the five AI First... more

Everyone is talking about agentic commerce. DaVinci and OpenAI just shipped it. Sandy Carter sits down with Diaz Nesamoney to unpack what the news means for marketers who are still chasing clicks while the storefront moves into ChatGPT, Gemini, and C... more

Dan Nestle, founder of Lilypath, joins Sandy Carter on The Marketing Companion to unpack a shift most professionals have not noticed yet. AI systems are now interpreting, ranking, and recommending people before any human ever clicks a profile. Dan ca... more

If your ads are being skipped, your emails are going unread, and your campaigns are blending into the noise, this episode is your wake-up call.

What do Disney, a pool full of sprinkles, the United Nations, and the world's first AI film at Tribeca F... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Nestle
Co-founder of Lilypath and AI branding expert
Lilypath
Episode: Lilypath's Dan Nestle on LinkedIn as AI Branding For You!
Michaela Ternasky-Holland
Emmy award-winning, Peabody nominated XR storyteller and immersive influencer
Independent artist/creator
Episode: The Director Behind the World's First AI Film at Tribeca Has a Message for Every Marketer
Kenny Lauer
Marketing executive focused on experience-driven branding
Episode: Customer Experiences and AI - The Next Competitive Moat
Mark Schaefer
Author and marketing expert
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Episode: First or Fast Follower? 3 AI-Era Rules for Marketers
Ethan Pierse
Founder of Borderless Ventures and AI entrepreneur
Borderless Ventures
Episode: The AI Solopreneur
Dana Malstaff
An innovative marketer and the co-founder of Boss Mom, advocating for the integration of AI in marketing strategies.
Boss Mom
Episode: Case studies in AI for lead generation
Sandy Carter
Expert in AI and author of 'AI First, Human Always'
IBM
Episode: How AI impacts the sales process
Gini Dietrich
An innovator in public relations and corporate communications
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Episode: Attention Economy 2.0
Carla Johnson
Accomplished marketing speaker, educator, and consultant, author of Rethink Innovation
Episode: The Crisis of Imagination

Hosts

Sandy Carter
Host of The AI Marketing Companion; senior marketing and technology leader with IBM and Amazon background; leads AI-driven marketing discussions.
Mark Schaefer
Long-time host and co-creator known for strategic marketing insights and AI-era perspectives; often drives ideas and interview directions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 164 ratings
  • The Marketer’s Best Friend

    In a world of noise, Mark cuts through like a razor through melted butter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Themightywilko
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • The Marketing Companion is the podcast you didn’t know you needed

    Mark Schaefer’s The Marketing Companion is equal parts brilliance and banter. It’s rare to find a show that offers such a rich combination of deep insight, strategic thinking, and refreshing humor—all wrapped up in a voice that feels like sitting across the table from a wise (and witty) friend. Mark has a gift for translating complex trends into relatable ideas that you can actually use—whether you’re running your own brand or leading a global marketing team.

    Every episode is packed with honest... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JulesDiggity
    United Statesa year ago
  • Government fails at most of its initiatives.

    It's a parents job to monitor and adjust what children consume, even media.

    The government can't manage their own consumption of money, they never even balance a budget, they promise to spend less, they never do.

    If they can't reliably manage themselves why would they want to expand their incompetence into the homes of taxpayers?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PoliticalPuppetsPLUNDER.
    Australia2 years ago
  • Episode 5: FYI on topic of AI. Written intro is missing words, and spaces.

    :-)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PoliticalPuppetsPLUNDER.
    Australia2 years ago
  • Packed and Entertaining

    Learning and discovering new approaches can be fun - Mark offers that here. He curates invaluable insights and practical advice for marketers and entrepreneurs. Subscribe, listen and discover actionable strategies to tackle your biz dev challenges while enjoying the journey.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D Triathlete
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise the show for practical, human-centered marketing insight and engaging chemistry between hosts.
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Lilypath's Dan Nestle on LinkedIn as AI Branding For You!
Q: How does Lilypath change how people present themselves on LinkedIn?
It analyzes headlines, experiences, and profile content, then suggests concrete rewrites to improve alignment with the individual's domain expertise, increasing the likelihood of being seen by the right audience.
Lilypath's Dan Nestle on LinkedIn as AI Branding For You!
Q: What is Lilypath and why did you create it?
Lilypath began as a way to measure and optimize how AI interprets a professional's LinkedIn presence, evolving into authority intelligence that provides diagnostics and rewriting guidelines to align AI perception with a person's real expertise.
Customer Experiences and AI - The Next Competitive Moat
Q: What are the three big lessons from South by Southwest for marketers?
First, be aware of how your brand is perceived in AI; second, rebuild trust as a core asset; third, acknowledge that AI is permanent and must be integrated into strategy to keep brands human and remembered.
Customer Experiences and AI - The Next Competitive Moat
Q: Favorite marketing job?
The Warriors' marketing stretch was standout because we built a campaign around team ethos rather than individual stars, letting fans feel like they're part of the strength in numbers and creating a native, memorable experience.
OpenClaw: Sandy Carter and Shawn Reddy Shows Marketers How to Set Up AI Agents That Actually Work
Q: Is it advisable for non-technical marketers to set up OpenClaw?
While it can be set up without technical expertise, having a developer on hand is recommended for managing sensitive information and maximizing the tool's potential.

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What is The AI Marketing Companion about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively, insights-forward show centered on how AI is reshaping marketing, branding, and customer experience. Episodes frequently explore AI agents, agentic commerce, immersive storytelling, and human-centered design, often with hands-on examples from brands and platforms. The show stands out for its practical guidance, candid host chemistry, and a mix of senior marketers, founders, and authors as guests who translate complex tech trends into actionable strategies for real-world campaigns.

Noteworthy angles include ethical AI use in campaigns, personal branding in the age of AI, and the evolving role of marketers as growth drivers in an AI-enabled landscape. Listeners can expect thoughtful debates, case studies, and a blend of strategic and... more

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2. Michaela Ternasky-Holland
3. Kenny Lauer
4. Mark Schaefer
5. Ethan Pierse
6. Dana Malstaff
7. Sandy Carter
8. Gini Dietrich

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