COCKY – Details, episodes & analysis

Welcome to the Cocky Podcast, where we aim to keep busy professionals well-informed on the latest headlines in business, commerce, entertainment, and fashion. Today, we’re discussing key topics, including Whitney Wolfe Herd returning as Bumble CEO, Colossal Bioscience's $200 million Series C funding to revive extinct species, Greta Gerwig's upcoming Narnia project, Apple TV's marketing shift for 'Severance,' and exciting moves in the fashion industry, including Proenza Schouler's designers joining Loewe and Jonathan Anderson heading to Dior. Join our Substack to stay in the loop!

00:00 — Welcome to the Cocky Podcast!

03:03 — Whitney Wolfe Herd Returns to Bumble

10:24 — Colossal Bioscience and the Woolly Mammoth

14:02 — Greta Gerwig's New Project

17:47 — Apple TV's Marketing Shift with Severance

22:54 — Fashion Industry Insights

33:55 —This Week’s Headlines and Cultural Highlights

36:51 — Substack and Influencer Marketing

Resources:

· The Shift by Tinx

· Substack

· Dial Zero Marketing

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Welcome to the Cocky Podcast! This episode we dive into the future of product marketing in 2025. We’ll cover the shift to consumer-centric branding, in-office content strategies, the importance of creative packaging, and more! Be sure to subscribe to our Substack to stay in the loop!

00:00 — Welcome to Launch Day for the Cocky Podcast!

01:08 — Defining the Cocky Woman

01:45 — Supporting Female-Led Brands

02:30 — The Future of Marketing in 2025

06:15 — In-Office Content Trends

09:07 — The Packaging of Your Product

13:36 — Core Product Strategy

16:01 — Engaging with Your Community

Resources:

· Substack

· Dial Zero Marketing

· Chamberlain Coffee

· Béis Travel

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Welcome to the Cocky Podcast, where bold women come to claim their space. Today marks the beginning of an incredible journey with our very first episode. Here, we celebrate unapologetic confidence, inspiration, and the stories of powerhouse women who are challenging the norm and redefining what it means to be cocky in today's world. Let's dive in!

00:00 — Welcome to the Cocky Podcast!

00:09 — Our Goals for the Cocky Podcast: What You Can Expect

01:47 — Redefining Cockiness

05:23 — Bringing Cockiness into Your Everyday Life

06:35 — Rejecting Perfectionism

08:34 — Unapologetically Taking Up Space

09:12 — Join the Movement

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Cocky is the podcast for women ready to take up space and rewrite the rules in a man’s world. Hosted by Ashli Pollard, entrepreneur and founder of four businesses, Cocky breaks down the week’s biggest headlines in business, branding, marketing, and more. Whether you’re a founder or just staying informed, you’ll get bold takes, honest advice, and actionable insights. New episodes drop every Thursday. Subscribe now and get a little cocky!

Welcome back to this week’s episode of COCKY! I have some great updates to fill you in on from this past week; From e.l.f. Cosmetic’s stock dip to Evan Spiegel's hilarious jabs at Meta, we're diving into the latest in consumer news. We'll also discuss Poppi’s influencer marketing misstep, Kendrick Lamar’s incredible performance at the Super Bowl, and the big moves in the fashion industry, including creative director shifts at Gucci and Dior. Don't miss out – join our Substack for more exclusive content. Thanks for tuning in!

00:47 — Welcome back to the COCKY Podcast

03:40 — e.l.f. Cosmetics & The Impact of Tiktok

07:44 — Political Influence on Consumer Trust

10:30 — Evan Spiegel: A Tech Bro I Like?

13:59 — Poppi’s Influencer Marketing Flop

22:34 — The Super Bowl

27:20 — A Breakdown of Kendrick Lamar’s Performance

29:35 — The Return of The White Lotus on Max

32:35 — The Role of Creative Directors in Fashion

37:43 — The Influence of Fashion on Culture

40:09 — Jacquemus' Expansion into Beauty

45:42 — Weekly Wrap-Up and Substack Highlights

Resources:

· Substack

· AllSides

· SmartHERNews

· Ground News

· The Bar

· Listen to COCKY: The Potential Downfall of Tech Bros, AG1 Changing, The Future of Dear Media, and....Enron?

· Unwell Hydration

· Watch COCKY on YouTube

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Welcome back to this week’s episode of the Cocky Podcast! We are getting right into this week’s biggest headlines in tech, fashion, beauty, and more! From NVIDIA and the competitive rise of DeepSeek, to a critical look at media companies like Dear Media and Unwell Network, and how Chappell Roan showed us exactly what it means to be a cocky woman at the Grammys, we’ll cover it all. Don’t forget to join the Cocky Substack to stay up-to-date in the meantime!

00:00 — Welcome to the Cocky Podcast

03:30 — Diving into This Week's Headlines

09:08 — The Rise of Deep Seek

13:47 — Impact of Tariffs on Everyday Products

21:13 — Vuori's Massive Investment

26:48 — AG1 Athletic Greens: Viral Marketing and Future Plans

29:04 — Dear Media vs. Unwell Network

34:22 — The New CEO of Enron

36:17 — Stella McCartney and LVMH

38:29 — Schiaparelli Couture and Daniel Roseberry's Future

41:31 — Demna and Balenciaga: Controversy and Recognition

42:56 — Cocky Highlights & Chappell Roan

Resources:

· Substack

· Quince

· Everlane

· Listen to Cocky: The Future of Product Marketing in 2025

· Nobody Wants This on Netflix

· Favorite Daughter

· Call Her Daddy

· Dial Zero on LinkedIn

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In this episode of COCKY, we get into all of the latest business and brand news. From Apple's underwhelming product release to the groundbreaking Nike-Skims collaboration, we cover it all! I break down this week’s major acquisitions, including Alani Nu’s sale to Celsius and Stuart Weitzman’s transfer to Caleres, as well as the market implications that accompany this. We also talk all about celebrity ventures, including Alix Earle's investments and Amanda Batula’s swimwear line. Additionally, I cover the moves by Huda Beauty and the saga of Saks and Neiman Marcus. Be sure to sign up for our Substack to stay in the loop!

00:47 — Welcome Back to COCKY!

01:15 — All About our Substack + Updates

04:06 — Apple’s Boring New Release

06:30 — Nike + Skims Collaboration

09:17 — Q1 Acquisitions and Business Moves

10:03 — Alani Nu Acquired by Celsius

13:11 — Alix Earle's Business Ventures

19:55 — Major Moves by Huda Beauty

27:29 — Caleres' Strategic Moves and Market Positioning

31:22 — Saks and Neiman Marcus

36:14 — What’s the Future of Department Stores?

40:29 — Meghan Markle's Brand and the Power of a Spin

45:56 — News Sources and Podcasts to Check out!

50:52 — Stay in the Loop!

Resources:

· Substack

· South Moon Under

· Huda Beauty

· NikeSkims

· Listen to COCKY: Glossier's New Product, Favorite Daughter Licensing, and Bad News for Formula 1

· r.e.m. Beauty

· Rare Beauty

· Kayali Perfume

· Puck

· The Atlantic

· The Town Podcast

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Welcome back to the COCKY! This week, I talk about the latest trends from Apple to Glossier, Euphoria’s much-anticipated return, and the hottest business moves happening in the fashion industry right now. I also cover the interesting partnership between the Four Seasons Hotels and The White Lotus show, and how partnerships such as these impact consumers. Want to stay in the loop? Check out our Substack!

00:47 — Welcome to COCKY!

03:11 — Apple's Upcoming Product Announcement

05:41 — Favorite Daughter's Licensing Deal with Caleres

12:17 — The Business of White Lotus

17:29 — Glossier's New Fragrance Strategy

22:16 — Euphoria is Back for Season 3!

27:59 — ESPN and Formula One Deal

29:21 — Substack Highlights

Resources:

· Substack

· Listen to COCKY: Poppi's Recent Flop, The White Lotus, + A Tech Bro I Like?

· Glossier — You

· Favorite Daughter

· The Home Edit

· Caleres

Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and rate the podcast wherever you’re listening—it helps us keep bringing you content to make you bold, confident, and dare I say, cocky...Stay connected:

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💚Follow Ashli

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Looking for marketing expertise? Hire Dial Zero for all your business needs.

Want exclusive insights for free? Join our Substack: ashlip.substack.com

💚 Let’s keep the conversation going—your success is our favorite topic!