Summer Friday

EP 10 - Riding The Wave

These are uncertain times. Unclear, unsettled, maybe even a little unpleasant. And if you’re an innovator, that’s some really good news. We’re giving the last word of the season to Nick Childs, co-founder of DIRT, a consumer insights research platform that uses neuroscience to strengthen the bond between creators and audiences. But you probably already know Nick from his creative leadership at WPP, Omnicom, IPG, and Grey, as well as his award-winning work as an independent filmmaker and producer.  You’ll hear about the time that Nick shepherded our own Michael Cruz through his directorial debut a few decades ago. But this is no stroll down memory lane. In fact, Nick is firmly focused on what’s next — including the potential for technology to enhance creativity and enrich audiences’ experiences. In the meantime, that means embracing fear, accepting the skeptics, and getting cozy with the crucible that is adversity. What can the advertising industry achieve when we combine our craft with technology? How do we celebrate AI as a powerful new tool of the trade, rather than wringing our hands about being replaced? What if, rather than being crushed by the coming ‘tsunami of AI,’ we learn to ride the wave — and find ourselves someplace more curious, more collaborative, more truly creative than we imagined? Join us.   Hosts: Rob Simone, Michael Cruz, Dan Gould Guest: Nick Childs Producer: Lyndsay Hoff Editor: Adam Kasper heysummerfriday.com @heysummerfriday Copyright Summer Friday LLC, 2023 Summer Friday is a vibe. An approach. And — dare we say it? — a way of life. It's that ethos that inspires us, challenges us, and pushes us every day to take our company to places we never dreamed. And that’s what this podcast is all about. Exploring business & culture means amplifying voices. That’s why we’re including as much diverse thinking as possible — opening up the guest list to pull in questions and perspectives from across our team and our listeners. It’s a conversation all about business, entrepreneurship, marketing, technology and life. Because that’s what Summer Friday is all about, too. Hosts: Rob Simone, Michael Cruz, Dan Gould Producer: Lyndsay Hoff Editor: Adam Kasper heysummerfriday.com @heysummerfriday Copyright Summer Friday LLC, 2023

EP - 9 From Hey To Z

Need a reason to check out our new report on Generation Z [https://heysummerfriday.com/gen-z-report/] ? We’ll give you four: Amber, Derrick, Kelsey, and Sydney. Today, the microphone is handed over to four of Summer Friday’s own Gen Z delegates. (Well, technically we have three repping the Z, plus there’s one proud Zennial to round out the mix.) Because we’re not only exploring the values, ambitions, and perspectives of this complex, resilient generation. We’re also hearing from them directly. They’re not scared to take on the big questions: What’s it like to be the first generation to grow up fully digital? What major experiences have shaped their worldview? What are the myths — and truths — about their own cohort? And is Gen Z really as lazy as everyone says? (Hint: Not even close.) Join us as we listen and learn why the kids really are alright. Hosts: Rob Simone, Michael Cruz, Dan Gould Guests: Kelsey Connors, Derrick Owens, Amber Shephard, Sydney Turturro Producer: Lyndsay Hoff Editor: Adam Kasper heysummerfriday.com @heysummerfriday Copyright Summer Friday LLC, 2023 Summer Friday is a vibe. An approach. And — dare we say it? — a way of life. It's that ethos that inspires us, challenges us, and pushes us every day to take our company to places we never dreamed. And that’s what this podcast is all about. Exploring business & culture means amplifying voices. That’s why we’re including as much diverse thinking as possible — opening up the guest list to pull in questions and perspectives from across our team and our listeners. It’s a conversation all about business, entrepreneurship, marketing, technology and life. Because that’s what Summer Friday is all about, too. Hosts: Rob Simone, Michael Cruz, Dan Gould Producer: Lyndsay Hoff Editor: Adam Kasper heysummerfriday.com @heysummerfriday Copyright Summer Friday LLC, 2023

EP - 8.2 Stay Hungry

Bringing a concept to life is one thing. Growing and sustaining it? Another beast entirely. In the second of this two-part episode, we’re digging in with Justin Rosenberg, founder and CEO of fast-casual concept  honeygrow [https://www.linkedin.com/company/honeygrow/] . How did he nail it and scale it at a 40% growth rate over the last 13+ years and 40 locations? And how does he maintain that momentum to power the team and the brand? Find out why OCD is a benefit, especially when it comes to wrangling Google and Yelp reviews. Bonus: Sordid tales of the salad that was too delicious for its own good — and the reasons the “quasi-Italian” salad named after our own Rob Simone got 86ed. Join us. Hosts: Rob Simone, Dan Gould Guest: Justin Rosenberg Producer: Lyndsay Hoff Editor: Adam Kasper heysummerfriday.com @heysummerfriday Copyright Summer Friday LLC, 2023 Summer Friday is a vibe. An approach. And — dare we say it? — a way of life. It's that ethos that inspires us, challenges us, and pushes us every day to take our company to places we never dreamed. And that’s what this podcast is all about. Exploring business & culture means amplifying voices. That’s why we’re including as much diverse thinking as possible — opening up the guest list to pull in questions and perspectives from across our team and our listeners. It’s a conversation all about business, entrepreneurship, marketing, technology and life. Because that’s what Summer Friday is all about, too. Hosts: Rob Simone, Michael Cruz, Dan Gould Producer: Lyndsay Hoff Editor: Adam Kasper heysummerfriday.com @heysummerfriday Copyright Summer Friday LLC, 2023

EP - 8.1 Scaling The Hill

Entrepreneurship is equal parts sprint and marathon. Creating and scaling a brand requires discipline. Persistence. Gumption. Those unglamorous — and frankly, underrated — characteristics not only fuel the journey but also make the destination that much sweeter. In this two-part episode, we’re sitting down with Justin Rosenberg, founder and CEO of fast-casual food concept honeygrow [https://www.linkedin.com/company/honeygrow/] , to find out what inspired his vision and what sustains him along the way. Is balance achievable? How do you push beyond “near-death experiences” to even emerge stronger and faster than before? Full disclosure: All the running metaphors used in this episode are legit. In addition to being BFFs and bandmates in high school, Rob and Justin were cross-country teammates. Join us to find out what scaling Cardiac Hill taught them about scaling their businesses — and what they learned from Coach Gumbus about taking that next step. Hosts: Rob Simone, Dan Gould Guest: Justin Rosenberg Producer: Lyndsay Hoff Editor: Adam Kasper heysummerfriday.com @heysummerfriday Copyright Summer Friday LLC, 2023 Summer Friday is a vibe. An approach. And — dare we say it? — a way of life. It's that ethos that inspires us, challenges us, and pushes us every day to take our company to places we never dreamed. And that’s what this podcast is all about. Exploring business & culture means amplifying voices. That’s why we’re including as much diverse thinking as possible — opening up the guest list to pull in questions and perspectives from across our team and our listeners. It’s a conversation all about business, entrepreneurship, marketing, technology and life. Because that’s what Summer Friday is all about, too. Hosts: Rob Simone, Michael Cruz, Dan Gould Producer: Lyndsay Hoff Editor: Adam Kasper heysummerfriday.com @heysummerfriday Copyright Summer Friday LLC, 2023

EP 7 - Embracing Immediacy

The torrential rains turned this year’s Burning Man into a mud-soaked, apocalyptic hellscape, complete with celebrities bewailing their fate from a convoy of luxury motorhomes, right? Not exactly. In fact, some say this year’s unusual burn was serendipitous. It invited participants to disconnect — not only from technology, but also from the mindset that prioritizes productivity at all costs. In today’s episode, we’re digging into that mud, and examining what it means to integrate the principle of immediacy beyond the playa, including the workplace. What happens when we engage only in the present moment, and resist the impulse to think ahead? Along the way, how do we make time and space to be fully human? We’re thinking big and getting our hands dirty in the process. Join us. Hosts: Rob Simone, Dan Gould, Michael Cruz Producer: Derrick Owen Editor: Adam Kasper heysummerfriday.com @heysummerfriday Copyright Summer Friday LLC, 2023 Summer Friday is a vibe. An approach. And — dare we say it? — a way of life. It's that ethos that inspires us, challenges us, and pushes us every day to take our company to places we never dreamed. And that’s what this podcast is all about. Exploring business & culture means amplifying voices. That’s why we’re including as much diverse thinking as possible — opening up the guest list to pull in questions and perspectives from across our team and our listeners. It’s a conversation all about business, entrepreneurship, marketing, technology and life. Because that’s what Summer Friday is all about, too. Hosts: Rob Simone, Michael Cruz, Dan Gould Producer: Lyndsay Hoff Editor: Adam Kasper heysummerfriday.com @heysummerfriday Copyright Summer Friday LLC, 2023