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Welcome to episode 12 of The Media Freak Podcast hosted by Harriet, Jack, Bukky, and Charlie. This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and work from across the advertising spectrum.

In this episode the team discuss Apple's (newest) fine, doom and gloom for Meta, MORE HoldCo aquisitions, and mull over industry events...

The MediaLeader article on Publishers vs AI can be found here.

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Got a problem you'd like the gang to get stuck into? You can submit it anonymously to Media Anon here!

To learn more about how Alchemy Network can help you de-clutter the ad-tech world & connect agencies + brands with ad-tech partners - drop an email to hello@alchemy-network.co.uk

For anything else, hit us up on Insta, TikTok (Both @ TheMediaFreakPodcast) or via email: info.tmfpod@gmail.com

Welcome to episode 11 of The Media Freak Podcast hosted by Harriet, Bukky, and Charlie - and we're joined this week by Double Verify's Ashley Bateman.

This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and work from across the advertising spectrum. In this episode the team discuss Unilever's stance on influencer marketing, Publicis plucking Coke from WPP, and Amazon's foray into shoppable CTV formats -plus a special segment from our special guest.

This week we also announce the winner of the inaugural ShowHeroes Hero of the Month!

If you want to nominate someone who's gone that little bit further, you can nominate your Show Heroes Hero of the Month to go into our prize draw to win a bottle of Champagne (or equivalent non-alcoholic prize) at the end of April! Click here to nominate.

Got a problem you'd like the gang to get stuck into? You can submit it anonymously to Media Anon here!

To learn more about how Alchemy Network can help you de-clutter the ad-tech world & connect agencies + brands with ad-tech partners - drop an email to hello@alchemy-network.co.uk

For anything else, hit us up on Insta, TikTok (Both @ TheMediaFreakPodcast) or via email: info.tmfpod@gmail.com

Welcome to episode 10 of The Media Freak Podcast hosted by Harriet, Jack, Bukky, and Charlie. This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and work from across the advertising spectrum. In this episode the team discuss Quakers new campaign, question if programmatic rot has set in for good, discuss Trump's move on Google, and argue about the nature of the Roblox CEO's recent comments on safeguarding.

If you want to nominate someone who's gone that little bit further, you can nominate your Show Heroes Hero of the Month to go into our prize draw to win a bottle of Champagne (or equivalent non-alcoholic prize) at the end of March! Click here to nominate.

Got a problem you'd like the gang to get stuck into? You can submit it anonymously to Media Anon here!

To learn more about how Alchemy Network can help you de-clutter the ad-tech world & connect agencies + brands with ad-tech partners - drop an email to hello@alchemy-network.co.uk

For anything else, hit us up on Insta, TikTok (Both @ TheMediaFreakPodcast) or via email: info.tmfpod@gmail.com

Welcome to episode 9 of The Media Freak Podcast hosted by Harriet, Jack, Bukky, and Charlie. This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and discussion from across our business. This episode looks at Evan Shapiro's UK BARB data analysis, ITV's return to profitability, Publicis' acquisition of Lotame and the sponsorship of the Baller League by O2.

If you want to nominate someone who's gone that little bit further, you can nominate your Show Heroes Hero of the Month to go into our prize draw to win a bottle of Champagne (or equivalent non-alcoholic prize) at the end of March! Click here to nominate.

Got a problem you'd like the gang to get stuck into? You can submit it anonymously to Media Anon here!

To learn more about how Alchemy Network can help you de-clutter the ad-tech world & connect agencies + brands with ad-tech partners - drop an email to hello@alchemy-network.co.uk

For anything else, hit us up on Insta, TikTok (Both @ TheMediaFreakPodcast) or via email: info.tmfpod@gmail.com

Welcome to episode 6 of the Media Freak podcast hosted by Harriet, Jack, Bukky, and Charlie. This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and discussion from across our business. This episode looks at Omnicom's rejection of the five day office week, the decline of UK social media consumption, the continued rise of commercial radio, and some tricky conundrums in our media anon segment.

If you want to nominate someone who's gone that little bit further, you can nominate your Show Heroes Hero of the Month to go into our prize draw to win a bottle of Champagne (or equivalent non-alcoholic prize) at the end of March! Click here to nominate.

Got a problem you'd like the gang to get stuck into? You can submit it anonymously to Media Anon here!

To learn more about how Alchemy Network can help you de-clutter the ad-tech world & connect agencies + brands with ad-tech partners - drop an email to hello@alchemy-network.co.uk

For anything else, hit us up on Insta, TikTok (Both @ TheMediaFreakPodcast) or via email: info.tmfpod@gmail.com

Welcome to episode 7 of the Media Freak podcast hosted by Harriet, Jack, and some special guests this week. This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and discussion from across our business. 
In this weeks episode the team are talking about the latest news on the TikTok ban in the US, the forecasted downturn in media spend and the changing landscape of network agencies in 2025. 
The Media Freak podcast is hosted by Jack Winter, Harriet Davis, and they are joined this week by Charlie Bolton and Sam Hurren.
On Instagram @jwint92 @davisharriet 
Produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions
@gimmesugarprods

Welcome to episode 6 of the Media Freak podcast hosted by Harriet, Jack, Bukky, and Charlie. This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and discussion from across our business. 
In this first new episode of the new year the team are talking about the latest batch of media acquisitions, the news that WPP wants people back in the office, and the TikTok ban in the US! 
Plus, the return of 'Freak of the Week'. 
The Media Freak podcast is hosted by Jack Winter, Harriet Davis, and Charlie Litster.
On Instagram @jwint92 @davisharriet  @crflitster
Produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions
@gimmesugarprods

Show notes:
https://www.wpp.com/en/wpp-iq/2024/12/road-to-2025 
https://www.wpp.com/en/wpp-iq/2023/12/trends-for-2024
https://talonooh.com/en/global-buys-exterion-to-become-biggest-ooh-media-owner/

Find out more about Alchemy by emailing here: Hello@alchemy-network.co.uk

Welcome to episode 5 of the Media Freak podcast hosted by Harriet, Jack, Bukky, and Charlie. This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and discussion from across our business. This week we are at the offices of Craft Media London, the leading communications and media planning agency in the UK, oh and Jack's place of work!
In this episode the team are talking about the latest batch of Christmas ads popping up, Evan Shapiro's analysis of BARB data, and if marketeers are ready for the post millennial ad age.  
Plus, the return of 'Freak of the Week'. 
The Media Freak podcast is hosted by Jack Winter, Harriet Davis, Bukky Moemeke, and Charlie Litster.
On Instagram @jwint92 @davisharriet @bmoemeke @crflitster
Produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions
@gimmesugarprods

Welcome to episode 4 of the Media Freak podcast hosted by Harriet, Jack, Bukky, and Charlie. This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and discussion from across our business. This week we are at the incredible studios of Global in Leicester Square, home to such broadcasting titles as Capital, Smooth, LBC and Classic FM. 
In this episode the team are talking about the latest media news including the latest round of agency acquisitions, and the possible break up of Google.  Plus, the return of 'Freak of the Week'. 
The Media Freak podcast is hosted by Jack Winter, Harriet Davis, Bukky Moemeke, and Charlie Litster.
On Instagram @jwint92 @davisharriet @bmoemeke @crflitster
Produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions
@gimmesugarprods


Show notes:

Welcome to episode 3 of the Media Freak podcast hosted by Harriet, Jack, Bukky, and Charlie. This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and discussion from across our business. This week we are back at News UK, recording at the studios of Virgin Radio talking about the latest media news including the latest report from the IPA and an update on a new round of social restrictions from one of the big tech giants. Plus, the return of our new feature 'Freak of the Week'. 
The Media Freak podcast is hosted by Jack Winter, Harriet Davis, Bukky Moemeke, and Charlie Litster.
On Instagram @jwint92 @davisharriet @bmoemeke @crflitster
Produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions
@gimmesugarprods


Show notes:
Latest Report from the IPA as discussed on the pod:
https://ipa.co.uk/knowledge/publications-reports/making-sense-sixth-edition/

Welcome to episode 2 of the Media Freak podcast hosted by Harriet, Jack, Bukky, and Charlie. This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and discussion from across our business. This week we are at News UK, recording at the studios of Virgin Radio talking about the latest media news including the new junk food ad bans and our new feature 'Freak of the Week'. 
The Media Freak podcast is hosted by Jack Winter, Harriet Davis, Bukky Moemeke, and Charlie Litster.
On Instagram @jwint92 @davisharriet @bmoemeke @crflitster
Produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions
@gimmesugarprods

Welcome to the Media Freak podcast hosted by Harriet, Jack, Bukky and Charlie. This is the media podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and discussion from across the business. This week we are at Bauer Media UK's brand new offices talking about Ronaldo becoming an influencer, the continued growth of Reddit, the antitrust lawsuit from X and some of the latest account moves including Sky.
The Media Freak podcast is hosted by Jack Winter, Harriet Davis, Bukky Moemeke, and Charlie Litster.
On Instagram @jwint92 @davisharriet @bmoemeke @crflitster
Produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions
@gimmesugarprods

Show Notes:
This is the 'adland is an island' article Jack mentioned: https://www.alexmurrell.co.uk/articles/adland-is-an-island?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email
BBH Labs group cohesion article: https://www.bbh-labs.com/puncturing-the-paradox-group-cohesion-and-the-generational-myth

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