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Episode 1 | ft. Sam Rappaport | Legendary Entertainment | Cinema Meets UGC Gaming | Brands In Play
Season 1 ยท Episode 1
vendredi 14 fรฉvrier 2025 โข Duration 46:26
Welcome to the very first episode of Brands in Play! This is the show where we dive into the intersection of brands, gaming, and immersive experiences. Hosted by Nic Hill and Albane Prioux , weโll be breaking down the latest industry trends, epic brand activations, and whatโs working (or not) in the world of Immersive Marketing and UGC gaming.
This Episode: Cinema Meets UGC Gaming
In this pilot episode, we unpack Legendary Entertainmentโs epic Fortnite activation for Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire with special guest Sam Rappaport, VP of Interactive Media at Legendary. How is Hollywood making moves in gaming, and what does this mean for brands? Weโll get into it.
ย Whatโs Inside:
๐น From Infinite Realityโs major acquisition to Minecraftโs Hello Kitty DLCย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย
๐น Why Fortnite is the place for blockbuster activations
๐น The strategy behind Legendaryโs Monsterverse in Fortnite
๐น How brands can build engaging experiences in UGC gaming
Episode 7 | ft. Alvaro G. Velilla | UMG | Universal Music Group on Music In Gaming | Brands in Play
Season 1 ยท Episode 7
vendredi 28 mars 2025 โข Duration 53:57
In this episode of Brands In Play, Albane Prioux and Nic Hill are joined by Alvaro G. Velilla, Senior Vice President of New Business at Universal Music Group, the worldโs largest music company, to explore UMGs strategy for music in gaming.ย
Alvaro has spent two decades working at the intersection of music, tech, and innovation. Today, heโs helping shape UMGโs immersive, gaming, and blockchain strategies globally. Well, he is here to unpack the ongoing transformation happening in the space
From early-stage licensing deals to full-blown artist activations in UGC platforms like Roblox and Fortnite, Universal Music Group is building infrastructure for the future. Alvaro discusses why they are moving from passive listening to interactive experiences, and what this means for labels, artists, developers, and platforms alike.
๐๐ ๐ญ๐๐ฅ๐ค ๐๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ:
The evolution of music in gaming, from sync licenses to real-time artistย interaction
Why UMG created Beat Galaxy to support both global icons and up-and-coming artists in Roblox
The Hit Tech partnership: Motion data + emotes + music = a new creative frontier
The challenges of music licensing in UGC gaming (spoiler: itโs five rights, not one)
Why gaming is the creator economy and how music is adapting to this shift
What platforms need to understand about musicโs real value: it's not a cost, it's retention.ย
Advice for artists, platforms, and brands on how to show up in UGC environments
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๐๐๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐๐ ๐ช๐ฎ๐จ๐ญ๐:
"๐๐ฆ'๐ณ๐ฆ ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ท๐ช๐ฏ๐จ ๐ง๐ณ๐ฐ๐ฎ ๐ข๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ช๐ณ๐ข๐ต๐ช๐ฐ๐ฏ ๐ข๐ฏ๐ฅ ๐ง๐ฐ๐ญ๐ญ๐ฐ๐ธ๐ฆ๐ณ๐ด๐ฉ๐ช๐ฑ ๐ต๐ฐ ๐ช๐ฏ๐ต๐ฆ๐ณ๐ข๐ค๐ต๐ช๐ฐ๐ฏโ๐ข๐ฏ๐ฅ ๐ต๐ฉ๐ข๐ต ๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ข๐ฏ๐ด ๐ฅ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฑ๐ฆ๐ณ ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐จ๐ข๐จ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ต, ๐ฆ๐ท๐ข๐ฏ๐จ๐ฆ๐ญ๐ช๐ด๐ฎ, ๐ข๐ฏ๐ฅ ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ฏ๐ฆ๐ต๐ช๐ป๐ข๐ต๐ช๐ฐ๐ฏ." โ Alvaro Velilla
Subscribe for more behind-the-scenes insight into how brands, platforms, and creatives are embracing immersive marketing.
Let's not forget the side quest for the week - Nic and Albane check out and react to the most successful artist activations since 2020! Check out our REAL TIME REVIEW segment every week to see where we send Nic and Albane next.
Join the conversation โ Use #BrandsInPlay and let us know what you think!
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Alvaro G. Velillaย https://www.linkedin.com/in/alvarovelilla/
Nic Hillย https://www.linkedin.com/in/nic-hill-%F0%9F%94%9C-gdc-6553873/ย
Albane Priouxย https://www.linkedin.com/in/albaneprioux/ย
Produced by: Edward Regue https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-regue-%C2%A9-44b0421b2/ย
Creative Direction: Javid Kazmi & Joe Jeter
Audio Engineering: Somrung Keo
Additional Editing: Christian-James Oshesky
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandsInPlay
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brandsinplay/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Fk2t5Z78wtTGD7dtH8ZEk?si=6ef87999dbac4c04
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brands-in-plays-podcast/id1796275878
๐ Subscribe for expert insights on gaming, branding, and the future of interactive media.
#BrandsInPlay #UniversalMusicGroup #MusicInGaming #UGCPlatforms #RobloxMusic #BeatGalaxy #Emotes #GamingIndustry #MusicLicensing #SoundtrackOfGaming #AlvaroVelilla #HitTech #CreatorEconomy #InteractiveMusic #FutureOfMusic #VirtualExperiences #ImmersiveMarketing #GamingxMusic
Episode 6 | ft. Justin Breton | Walmart | Walmart Leads Adaptive Retail | Brands in Play
Season 1 ยท Episode 6
vendredi 21 mars 2025 โข Duration 58:41
What does it mean for a global retailer to go from brick-and-mortar to immersive commerce?
In our latest episode of Brands In Play, we sat down with Justin Breton, Director of Brand Experiences & Strategic Partnerships at Walmart, to unpack how one of the worldโs largest retailers is pushing into the future of immersive storytelling, platform-native experiences, and what he calls โadaptive retail.โ
Justin does more than just talk about launching games. He breaks down Walmartโs strategy across Roblox, Spatial, NAVER Z (ZEPETO), and now.......Minecraft, where the brand is showing up differently on each platform with community-led design, full-funnel engagement, and real-time co-creation.
Itโs about understanding each community on its own terms.
We talked about:
- Why commerce needs to feel intentional, not disruptive
- The shift from e-commerce โ social commerce โ immersive commerceย
- How native integrations through Unity APIs could reshape retail media
- What works, what doesnโt, and why brands must test and learn
Let's not forget the side quest for the week - Walmart Skyward!!! Yes, we got the inside scoop and are here to give you your first taste of the experience. Check out our REAL TIME REVIEW segment every week to see where we send Nic and Albane next.
Join Albane Prioux & Nic Hill as they dive into the world of brand storytelling, cultural marketing, and the future of engagement.
๐ก Join the conversation โ Use #BrandsInPlay and let us know what you think!
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Justin Bretonย https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinbreton/
Nic Hillย https://www.linkedin.com/in/nic-hill-%F0%9F%94%9C-gdc-6553873/ย
Albane Priouxย https://www.linkedin.com/in/albaneprioux/ย
Produced by: Edward Regue https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-regue-%C2%A9-44b0421b2/ย
Creative Direction: Javid Kazmi & Joe Jeter
Audio Engineering: Somrung Keo
Additional Editing: Christian-James Oshesky
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandsInPlay
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brandsinplay/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Fk2t5Z78wtTGD7dtH8ZEk?si=6ef87999dbac4c04
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brands-in-plays-podcast/id1796275878
๐ Subscribe for expert insights on gaming, branding, and the future of interactive media.
#Spatial #BrandsInPlay #WalmartUnlimited #GamingMarketing #ImmersiveCommerce #KasamaTheAwakening #UGCGaming #GameBasedStorytelling
Episode 5 | ft. Gianna Valintina | Spatial.io | Spatial On The Rise | Brands in Play
Season 1 ยท Episode 5
vendredi 14 mars 2025 โข Duration 50:10
In Episode 5 of Brands In Play (yes, already!), Albane Prioux and Nic Hill ๐ GDC sit down with Gianna Valintina, Global Head of Strategic Partnerships at Spatial, to discuss how brands are using Spatialโsย creative freedom to build immersive and interactive experiences.
Spatial empowers brands and developers to create entirely unique interactive worlds, from high-fidelity gaming experiences to story-driven commerce activations. This is true for Walmartโs RPG-inspired Unlimited experience, Vogueโs digital fashion activations, or Hugo Bossโs successful e-commerce integration, Spatial is proving that immersive spaces are about participation.
INSIDE THE EPISODE:
- Spatialโs Evolution: From Enterprise to Gamingย
Once a collaboration tool for businesses, Spatial has expanded into a full-fledged gaming platform that supports everything from cinematic storytelling to multiplayer experiences. All accessible with a simple web link, no downloads required!
- Building Your Own IP
Forget following trends! Spatial gives brands complete control over their virtual identity. Instead of fitting into someone elseโs ecosystem, brands can now create bespoke experiences that feel authentic and immersive.
- How Walmart is Changing the Game with Unlimited
Walmartโs anime-inspired RPG adventure on Spatial is a blueprint for the future of interactive commerce. By combining cinematic storytelling, gameplay, and seamless retail integration, Walmart is proving that gaming can be a direct path to brand engagement and sales.
What else ?
- The Future of Immersive Marketing & UGC Gaming
- Gaming as a Commerce Channelย
- From Passive Ads to Active Engagement
- The Role of Developers in Brand Successย
Yes, we cover it all!ย
Let's not forget the side quest for the week - Kasama The Awakening. Shoutout to the developers, PIGIAMA KASAMA! Check out our REAL TIME REVIEW segment every week to see where we send Nic and Albane next.
๐ Subscribe for expert insights on gaming, branding, and the future of interactive media.
#Spatial #BrandsInPlay #WalmartUnlimited #GamingMarketing #ImmersiveCommerce #KasamaTheAwakening #UGCGaming #GameBasedStorytelling
Episode 4 | ft. Pete Basgen | Wavemaker | Do Brands Understand Gamer Culture? | Brands in Play
Season 1 ยท Episode 4
vendredi 7 mars 2025 โข Duration 57:34
How Brands Are Embracing Gamer Culture: Walmart, DoorDash & LโOrรฉal in Gaming | Brands In Play Ep. 4
Description:
Gaming is no longer just an entertainment industry. Itโs a cultural powerhouse, shaping how people connect, play, and even shop. In Episode 4 of Brands In Play, Nic Hill and Albane Prioux sit down with Pete Basgen, Head of Global Gaming at Wavemaker, to explore how brands are finding their place in this ever-expanding world.
From DoorDashโs integration into Fortnite to LโOrรฉalโs ongoing gaming initiatives, Pete shares insights into what it takes for brands to engage with gamers in ways that feel authentic, valuable, and culturally relevant. We explore the difference between activations that build lasting engagement vs. one-time experiments.ย
Whatโs Inside:
๐ฎ Gamingโs influence on modern culture and why brands are investing in it
๐ฎ How non-endemic brands like LโOrรฉal and DoorDash are making gaming a long-term strategy
๐ฎ The global reach of gamingโwhy itโs now a key pillar in brand marketing
๐ฎ The evolution of branded experiences: One-off activations vs. always-on engagement
๐ Real-Time Review: Walmartโs Discovery Game on Spatial
For the first time on the show, Nic and Albane go hands-on and test Walmartโs latest foray into virtual retail gaming. Is this the future of shopping? Or just another gimmick? We break it all down.
๐ง Subscribe for more insights from industry leaders shaping the future of gaming and interactive experiences.
Join Albane Prioux & Nic Hill as they dive into the dynamic world of brand storytelling, cultural marketing, and the future of engagement.
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Pete Basgenย https://www.linkedin.com/in/petebasgen/
Nic Hillย https://www.linkedin.com/in/nic-hill-%F0%9F%94%9C-gdc-6553873/ย
Albane Priouxย https://www.linkedin.com/in/albaneprioux/ย
Produced by: Edward Regue
Creative Direction: Javid Kazmi & Joe Jeter
Audio Engineering: Somrung Keo
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandsInPlay
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brandsinplay/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Fk2t5Z78wtTGD7dtH8ZEk?si=6ef87999dbac4c04
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brands-in-plays-podcast/id1796275878
๐ข Subscribe for more deep dives into gaming, marketing, and immersive media.
#BrandsInPlay #GamerCulture #GamingMarketing #BrandIntegration #Metaverse #UGCGaming #Wavemaker #SpatialGaming #WalmartGaming
Episode 3 | ft. Arturo Perez | Kluge | Future of VR Storytelling | Brands in Play
Season 1 ยท Episode 3
vendredi 28 fรฉvrier 2025 โข Duration 49:31
Whatโs the state of VR gaming today? How should brands be thinking about immersive experiences? And whatโs the real difference between VR, AR, XR, and all the other Rs?
In this episode of Brands In Play, Nic Hill and Albane Prioux sit down with Arturo Perez, CEO of Kluge, the immersive game studio behind Synth Riders and the upcoming Final Fury. Arturo breaks down the evolving landscape of virtual reality, the rise of UGC gaming in platforms like Rec Room, Horizon Worlds, and Roblox, and what it all means for brands looking to activate in this space.
๐น How VR, AR, and MR fit into the bigger picture
๐น The intersection of music, gaming, and immersive storytelling
๐น Why UGC platforms are reshaping how we experience virtual worlds
๐ง Subscribe for more insights from industry leaders shaping the future of gaming and interactive experiences.
Join Albane Prioux & Nic Hill as they dive into the dynamic world of brand storytelling, cultural marketing, and the future of engagement.
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Arturo Perez Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arturoperez/
Nic Hill LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nic-hill-%F0%9F%94%9C-gdc-6553873/ย
Albane Prioux LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/albaneprioux/ย
Produced by: Edward Regue
Creative Direction: Javid Kazmi
Audio Engineering: Somrung Keo
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandsInPlay
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brandsinplay/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Fk2t5Z78wtTGD7dtH8ZEk?si=6ef87999dbac4c04
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brands-in-plays-podcast/id1796275878
#Marketing #SynthRiders #Kludge #BrandsInPlay #VR #Gaming #BrandsInPlay #UGC #Metaverse #ImmersiveExperiences
Episode 2 | ft. Manon Cardiel | L'Orรฉal | Brand vs Performance Marketing | Brands in Play
Season 1 ยท Episode 2
vendredi 21 fรฉvrier 2025 โข Duration 52:28
In this episode of Brands In Play, we sit down with Manon Cardiel, Global Director of Entertainment & Innovation at LโOrรฉal Group, to explore the fine line marketers must walk between performance-driven strategies and entertainment-led branding.
Manon shares insights from her entrepreneurial journey, her experience launching groundbreaking projects at LโOrรฉal, and the evolving role of entertainment in marketing. From legacy brands like LโOrรฉal Paris to community-driven brands like NYX, we discuss how brands can remain culturally relevant while navigating fragmented audiences.
๐ก Topics Covered:
- The evolution of entertainment marketing
- Challenges of cross-generational branding
- Leveraging entertainment to unify audiences
- The role of sports, music, and gaming in marketing strategies
Join Albane Prioux & Nic Hill as they dive into the dynamic world of brand storytelling, cultural marketing, and the future of engagement.
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Manon Cardiel Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manoncardiel/
Nic Hill LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nic-hill-%F0%9F%94%9C-gdc-6553873/ย
Albane Prioux LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/albaneprioux/ย
Produced by: Edward Regue
Creative Direction: Javid Kazmi
Audio Engineering: Somrung Keo
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandsInPlay
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brandsinplay/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Fk2t5Z78wtTGD7dtH8ZEk?si=6ef87999dbac4c04
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brands-in-plays-podcast/id1796275878
#Marketing #EntertainmentMarketing #LOrรฉal #BrandsInPlay #PerformanceMarketing #Advertising #CulturalMarketing#UGCGaming
Episode 11 | ft. Bruna Soares | Ubisoft | Assassins Creed Shadows Unlocked | Brands in Play
Season 1 ยท Episode 11
vendredi 25 avril 2025 โข Duration 54:19
๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ๐ ๐๐ป ๐ฃ๐น๐ฎ๐ ๐๐ฝ๐ถ๐๐ผ๐ฑ๐ฒ ๐ญ๐ญ | ๐๐๐๐ฎ๐๐๐ถ๐ปโ๐ ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ฆ๐ต๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ผ๐๐ ๐จ๐ป๐น๐ผ๐ฐ๐ธ๐ฒ๐ฑ | ๐๐ฟ๐๐ป๐ฎ ๐ฆ๐ผ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐น๐ผ๐ฏ๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ฆ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐ด๐ ๐ฎ๐ ๐จ๐ฏ๐ถ๐๐ผ๐ณ๐
What does it take to bring brands into a universe as iconic and narratively rich as Assassinโs Creed, without breaking immersion?
In Episode 11 of Brands In Play, Nic Hill and Albane Prioux sit down with Bruna Soares, Director of Global Brand Partnerships at Ubisoft, to unpack the strategy behind Assassinโs Creed Shadows, Ubisoftโs highly anticipated title set in feudal Japan.
๐๐ป๐๐ถ๐ฑ๐ฒ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ถ๐๐ผ๐ฑ๐ฒ:
How Ubisoft aligns brand partnerships two years in advance to respect game lore and enhance player experience.
Why Assassinโs Creed remains a global cultural force and how its transmedia presence (from Netflix to comics) fuels fandom.
The dos and donโts of authentic brand integration in AAA games vs. UGC platforms like Roblox and Fortnite.
What success looks like when partnerships go beyond product placement and deliver meaning, community, and cultural relevance.ย
From a reality show with Coca-Cola and Just Dance, to in-game leap-of-faiths with Red Bull athletes, Bruna shares powerful case studies and best practices on how brands can show up.ย
Let's not forget the ๐๐ถ๐ฑ๐ฒ ๐พ๐๐ฒ๐๐ for the week - Nic and Albane venture into Assassins Creed Shadows and experience the lore for themselves. Check out our ๐ฅ๐๐๐ ๐ง๐๐ ๐ ๐ฅ๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ช segment every week to see where we send Nic and Albane next.
About the Podcast:
Brands In Play is where immersive marketing gets real. Hosted by Nic Hill (Sawhorse) and Albane Prioux (GEEIQ), we talk to the pioneers shaping brand experiences across Roblox, Fortnite, AR, UGC gaming, and more.
Subscribe, listen, and join the movement with new episodes every week.
๐ก Join the conversation โ Use #BrandsInPlay and let us know what you think!
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Bruna Soares https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruna-soares-ba003037/
Nic Hillย https://www.linkedin.com/in/nic-hill-%F0%9F%94%9C-gdc-6553873/ย
Albane Priouxย https://www.linkedin.com/in/albaneprioux/ย
Produced by: Edward Regue https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-regue-%C2%A9-44b0421b2/ย
Creative Direction: Javid Kazmi & Joe Jeter
Audio Engineering: Somrung Keo
Additional Editing: Joana Pinto
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandsInPlay
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brandsinplay/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Fk2t5Z78wtTGD7dtH8ZEk?si=6ef87999dbac4c04
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brands-in-plays-podcast/id1796275878
๐ Subscribe for expert insights on gaming, branding, and the future of interactive media.
#BrandsInPlay #ImmersiveMarketing #GamingCulture #AAAgames #BrandPartnerships #AssassinsCreedShadows #Ubisoft
Episode 10 | ft. Stu Royall & Phil Holbrook | BBH London | Mentos Fizzooka Enters Fortnite | Brands in Play
Season 1 ยท Episode 10
vendredi 18 avril 2025 โข Duration 51:44
How BBH Turned a Childhood Experiment Into a Fortnite Icon | The Fizzooka Campaign with Mentos
What happens when a classic science experiment meets the chaotic brilliance of Fortnite? In this episode of Brands In Play, weโre joined by Stu Royall and Phil Holbrook, Creative Directors at BBH London and the minds behind the viral Fizzooka campaign for Mentos.
We unpack how the agency transformed the iconic Mentos and Coke reaction into a non-lethal, anti-build Fortnite launcher designed with authenticity, humor, and utility in mind. From streamer takeovers and Comic Con activations to real-world Fizzookas getting held up in Brazilian customs, this episode dives deep into how bold creativity, cultural insight, and gaming-native execution brought the campaign to life.
๐น Topics Covered:
The origin of the Fizzooka idea and BBHโs creative process
Why Fortnite was the perfect fit for Mentos' playful brand tone
Collaborating with Metavision and top map creators for in-game integration
The role of real-world inventors (Hacksmith) in building a working Fizzooka
How authenticity and utility won over the gaming community
Campaign metrics: 12M+ shots fired, 76 years of gameplay in two weeks
Lessons learned and advice for creative teams entering gaming
Credits:
Campaign by BBH London
Creative Team: Luke Till & Lawrence Bushell
In partnership with Metavision, Beyond Creative, and We Make Stuff Happen
About the Podcast:
Brands In Play is where immersive marketing gets real. Hosted by Nic Hill (Sawhorse) and Albane Prioux (GEEIQ), we talk to the pioneers shaping brand experiences across Roblox, Fortnite, AR, UGC gaming, and more.
Subscribe, listen, and join the movement with new episodes every week.
๐ก Join the conversation โ Use #BrandsInPlay and let us know what you think!
๐ Subscribe & Follow for More:
New episodes every week, donโt miss out!
Available wherever you get your podcasts.
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Stu Royall https://www.linkedin.com/in/stu-royall-73921763/
Phil Holbrook https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-holbrook-0883977/
Nic Hillย https://www.linkedin.com/in/nic-hill-%F0%9F%94%9C-gdc-6553873/ย
Albane Priouxย https://www.linkedin.com/in/albaneprioux/ย
Produced by: Edward Regue https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-regue-%C2%A9-44b0421b2/ย
Creative Direction: Javid Kazmi & Joe Jeter
Audio Engineering: Somrung Keo
Additional Editing: Joana Pinto
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandsInPlay
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brandsinplay/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Fk2t5Z78wtTGD7dtH8ZEk?si=6ef87999dbac4c04
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brands-in-plays-podcast/id1796275878
๐ Subscribe for expert insights on gaming, branding, and the future of interactive media.
#BrandsInPlay #MentosFizzooka #BBHLondon #FortniteCampaign #GamingMarketing #Fizzooka #Metavision #UGC #GenZMarketing #CreativeCampaigns #ImmersiveMarketing #BrandSafeGaming
Episode 9 | ft. Tom Emrich | The Next Dimension | Marketing With Augmented Reality | Brands in Play
Season 1 ยท Episode 9
vendredi 11 avril 2025 โข Duration 47:36
EPISODE 9 โ Tom Emrich: The Next Dimension
What if your next marketing edge wasnโt a new channel, but a new dimension?
In this episode of Brands In Play, we sit down with Tom Emrich, one of the worldโs most respected voices in augmented reality and spatial computing. Heโs a journalist, investor, product leader and now the author of The Next Dimension, the definitive guide to using AR for business growth.
This isnโt just a conversation about hype cycles or headsets. Itโs a masterclass in how brands can build real value today using smartphone-based AR, while preparing for a wearable-first future.
Inside the episode:
Why Tom wrote The Next Dimension and how it became the first book to fuse immersive strategy with AI-powered chat and live AR demos
The marketing proof points: Dior, Avon, and other brands driving measurable ROI across try-ons, portals, and camera-based storytelling
Why Gen Zโs AR behavior signals a deeper shift in how people want to engage with brands and what Gen Alpha and Beta mean for whatโs next
The overlooked power of presence and how AR creates a level of brand attention traditional ads canโt compete with
Why waiting for wearable mass adoption is a mistake and how to start building your spatial strategy now
Tom breaks down the hard data, the consumer behavior shifts, and the tech roadmaps that are shaping the next decade of marketing and gives a practical framework for brands to start playing smart in the immersive space.
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About the Podcast:
Brands In Play is where immersive marketing gets real. Hosted by Nic Hill (Sawhorse) and Albane Prioux (GEEIQ), we talk to the pioneers shaping brand experiences across Roblox, Fortnite, AR, UGC gaming, and more.
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