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Love it or hate it, the advertising and marketing industry is the ultimate broker of power and influence in the world today. Adspeak, hosted by ADWEEK editor in chief Ryan Joe, brings to life stories from our top reporters, delving into the people, brands, ad agencies, and adtech giants that shape how we view the world, the products we buy, and the entertainment we enjoy.

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Latest Episodes

The beauty market is flooded with new launches and celebrity-backed brands. Therefore, few manage to break through with both cultural credibility and real business results. Yet Pattern Beauty, founded by Tracee Ellis Ross after a decade of rejected p... more

What if the next big opportunity in beverage marketing wasn't about alcohol, but about reimagining social drinking altogether?

In this episode of Adspeak by ADWEEK, host Mark Stenberg speaks with Jake Bullock, co-founder and CEO of Cann, about build... more

What if your brand could become a lifeline for LGBTQ+ youth in crisis?

In this episode of Adspeak by ADWEEK, we turn the mic over to Jaymes Black, CEO of The Trevor Project. A nationally recognized LGBTQ+ advocate and nonprofit leader, Jaymes overse... more

In this episode of Adspeak by ADWEEK, Jamie Warner sits down with Trent Thacker, Senior Director of Market and Customer Research at Cox Automotive Inc. and currently Senior Director of Industry Intelligence, to explore how iconic brands like AutoTrad... more

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Recent Guests

Jake Bullock
Co-founder of Cann
Cann
Episode: Reimagining Social Drinking in America’s THC Market with Jake Bullock
Jaymes Black
Leader of The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project
Episode: How Brands Can Help Save Lives: A Conversation with Jaymes Black
Trent Thacker
Senior Director of Customer and Market Research, Cox Automotive
Cox Automotive
Episode: Balancing Brand Equity and Innovation with Jamie Warner and Trent Thacker
John Solomon
Chief Marketing Officer, Therabody
Therabody
Episode: John Solomon on Building Brand Momentum When Markets Turn Against You
Jen Zeszut
Founder and CEO of Goodles, former CPG and agency executive, led launch of the wellness-forward mac and cheese brand
Goodles
Episode: How Jen Zeszut Built a Mac and Cheese Brand by Out-Weirding Industry Giants
Roy Fleeman
Founder/leader of the sunscreen brand discussed in the episode
Vacation (sunscreen brand)
Episode: Turning Sunscreen Into a Lifestyle Brand: Lessons from Roy Fleeman
Jeremy Fain
Executive at Cognitiv, discussing predictive advertising and deep learning in marketing
Cognitiv
Episode: The Future of Advertising Is Predictive: How Deep Learning Is Transforming Marketing with Jeremy Fain
Jonathan Hunt
VP of Media, HubSpot
HubSpot
Episode: How HubSpot Built a 50-Million-Person Media Engine Inside a Software Company with Jonathan Hunt
Matty Beckerman
Founder and CEO of IRcode
IRcode
Episode: Beyond QR Codes: Matty Beckerman on the Future of Interactive Media

Host

Ryan Joe
Host of Adspeak; Adweek editor-in-chief

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 244 ratings
  • I hate ads

    I hate ads but l love this

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Steal a brainrot 🧠
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Great podcast for anyone in the business of marketing or advertising

    I am based in the UK and I listen to this podcast every week. Great production, thought guests and analysis.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John Rahim
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Yay

    I hate ads but l love this

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Lava chicken 🐔 🚉
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • ADSPEAK FTW!

    If you’re into advertising & media, ADSPEAK is a fun, sharp listen. It has a smart and punchy tone with expert reporting and interesting insights about brands, agencies, and more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    robsampogna
    United Statesa year ago
  • Ryan Joe is a great host

    Excellent job holding your first guest accountable to answering the tough questions. Excited for more episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emmarswanson
    United Statesa year ago

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Sometimes the panel approach can feel dense for casual listeners but rich for professionals.
Thoughtful, industry-leading insights with practical takeaways for marketers and agencies.
Polished production and credible hosts; a go-to for ad industry updates.
Strong guests and timely, data-informed perspectives on media and brand strategy.

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John Solomon on Building Brand Momentum When Markets Turn Against You
Q: How did the in-house creative studio influence campaign effectiveness?
The studio enabled more nimble, brand-aligned content across verticals, allowing rapid testing and iteration while keeping a consistent brand voice, which helped maintain momentum even as external agencies faced cost pressures.
John Solomon on Building Brand Momentum When Markets Turn Against You
Q: What was the turning point that convinced leadership to keep investing in brand during turbulent times?
The leadership recognized that top-of-funnel brand efforts create long-term value and, despite short-term costs, helped sustain channels and momentum; they also retooled the P&L to emphasize demand creation and capture, framing brand as essential for growth, not a luxury.
Balancing Brand Equity and Innovation with Jamie Warner and Trent Thacker
Q: When you're testing, are you able to turn around changes quickly using video or storyboard formats, and how has AI changed that process?
We used to rely on storyboards and flat art, but with AI-generated animatics and rapid feedback loops, we can test higher-fidelity representations and implement changes between focus groups within the same day, significantly speeding up the refinement cycle.
The Future of Advertising Is Predictive: How Deep Learning Is Transforming Marketing with Jeremy Fain
Q: What should we be looking out for in the near future?
The speaker suggests treating AI as a cognitive enabling tool to gain time, feedback, and more creative options, with agents acting like consumers to provide rapid feedback and accelerate ideas, rather than simply automating existing processes.
Beyond QR Codes: Matty Beckerman on the Future of Interactive Media
Q: When did you introduce measurement and attribution, and why was that necessary?
Measurement and attribution emerged as brands began wanting to know who is engaging, how they engage, and where, leading to anonymized data and heat-map style insights that connect scans to real-world actions and revenue impact.

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A sharp, industry-forward show that centers on advertising, marketing, and brand strategy through conversations with top reporters, agency leaders, brand executives, and notable creators. Episodes frequently cover brand-building, experiential marketing, data-driven insights, and the evolving role of AI, creator partnerships, and retail/media ecosystems. It's notable for balancing big-name brand stories with practical takeaways on partnerships, measurement, and staying culturally relevant, making it a strong listen for marketers, agency professionals, and media buyers seeking timely, actionable perspectives.

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1. Jake Bullock
2. Jaymes Black
3. Trent Thacker
4. John Solomon
5. Jen Zeszut
6. Roy Fleeman
7. Jeremy Fain
8. Jonathan Hunt

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