Zero Click Marketing, Crispy KFC Fashion, and Nutella in Space: This Week in Bold Branding: EP 031

Grand Theft Auto 6 Teaches Us Why Marketing Never Stops for Iconic Brands: EP 036

Matthew and Chris dive into the high-stakes marketing juggernaut behind the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6. Hear why even the world's most famous game franchise needs a massive push—and what that means for marketers everywhere. Then, the duo unpacks the FTC's latest crackdown on deceptive AI advertising practices, explores how "people like me" marketing is driving real cultural moments, and shares a cautionary tale of marketing gone wrong with Starbucks Korea's ill-timed campaign. Finally, step into a galaxy far, far away to discover how Disney made Star Wars billboards literally levitate over Madrid, and join in for a round of "Wrong Answers Only." All that and more, delivered with the usual blend of insight and irreverence. 📖 Grab the new Book “How To Succeed In Marketing, Advertising and Artificial Intelligence Without Really Lying” on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3OJDXzU [https://amzn.to/3OJDXzU] 🔗 **Join The Marketing, Machines & Mischief Community** ✅ Official: https://MarketingMachinesMischief.com [https://marketingmachinesmischief.com] ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarketingMachinesMischief [https://www.facebook.com/MarketingMachinesMischief] ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewnewell/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewnewell/] ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingMachinesMischief [https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingMachinesMischief] ✅ instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marketingmachinesmischief [https://www.instagram.com/marketingmachinesmischief] Marketing, Machines & Mischief is produced by Chris Stone at https://CastAhead.net [https://castahead.net]

Google and Meta Push AI Agents, Indian Ad Trends, and Pizza Proposals: EP 035

We’re serving you up a rapid-fire rundown of the hottest industry headlines, from Google’s game-changing AI ad formats to the rise of locally driven marketing in India. Dive into the seismic shift toward agentic advertising, where AI is poised to take the wheel on campaign creation and optimization. Plus, get inspired (and entertained) by creative brand storytelling—from a Waitrose ad that’s out of this world, to a Domino’s campaign putting a fresh spin on wedding traditions in Santorini. Whether you’re here to clock your continuing education credits or just want a hearty chortle, this episode delivers maximum insight with a side of mischief. 📖 Grab the new Book “How To Succeed In Marketing, Advertising and Artificial Intelligence Without Really Lying” on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3OJDXzU [https://amzn.to/3OJDXzU] 🔗 **Join The Marketing, Machines & Mischief Community** ✅ Official: https://MarketingMachinesMischief.com [https://marketingmachinesmischief.com] ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarketingMachinesMischief [https://www.facebook.com/MarketingMachinesMischief] ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewnewell/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewnewell/] ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingMachinesMischief [https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingMachinesMischief] ✅ instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marketingmachinesmischief [https://www.instagram.com/marketingmachinesmischief] Marketing, Machines & Mischief is produced by Chris Stone at https://CastAhead.net [https://castahead.net]

Tesla’s Autopilot Debacle, Tobacco Tactics, and College Influencer Classes: This Week in Marketing: EP 034

This week, Matthew and Chris tackle Tesla’s latest legal tangle over its “autopilot” claims, shine a spotlight on tobacco companies’ sneaky tactics to lure young users with kid-friendly nicotine pouches, and celebrate the rise of influencer marketing as a legit college course. Plus, stick around as they debut their own hilarious take on fake ads—from “Blue Sky Meth” to the relentless Acme Corporation—and explore what university courses they’d create for the next generation of marketing pros. Whether you’re an artful marketer, a curious creator, or just in for the mischief, this episode promises sharp insights and a wee bit o’ giggles. 📖 Grab the new Book “How To Succeed In Marketing, Advertising and Artificial Intelligence Without Really Lying” on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3OJDXzU [https://amzn.to/3OJDXzU] 🔗 **Join The Marketing, Machines & Mischief Community** ✅ Official: https://MarketingMachinesMischief.com [https://marketingmachinesmischief.com] ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarketingMachinesMischief [https://www.facebook.com/MarketingMachinesMischief] ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewnewell/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewnewell/] ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingMachinesMischief [https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingMachinesMischief] ✅ instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marketingmachinesmischief [https://www.instagram.com/marketingmachinesmischief] Marketing, Machines & Mischief is produced by Chris Stone at https://CastAhead.net [https://castahead.net]

Airwallex Ignites, Meta Tops Google, and The Rise of Forced Market Regress: EP 033

Welcome back, marketers, influencers, and mischief-makers! In this week’s episode of "Marketing, Machines & Mischief," Matthew and Chris break down the biggest headlines shaking up the world of advertising. Meta is set to overtake Google in global ad revenue for the first time ever—find out what this milestone really means for brands and marketers. Then, we hit the East Coast, where Virginia Beach is staking $1 million on tourism campaigns to quell concerns after recent violence, raising tough questions about ethics in messaging. Plus, we dive into forced market regress in Iran, where marketers are ditching social media in favor of good old SMS amid internet blackouts. It’s not all news: Chris spotlights Airwallex’s bold, cinematic campaign that flips fintech branding on its head, while Matthew unpacks Runway’s mind-bending AI ad for a watch brand that doesn’t even exist. And don’t miss their uproarious round of "Wrong Answers Only" as they imagine commercials for iconic fake brands from pop culture. This is the insider scoop you need—delivered fast, fresh, and with just the right amount of trouble. 📖 Grab the new Book “How To Succeed In Marketing, Advertising and Artificial Intelligence Without Really Lying” on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3OJDXzU [https://amzn.to/3OJDXzU] 🔗 **Join The Marketing, Machines & Mischief Community** ✅ Official: https://MarketingMachinesMischief.com [https://marketingmachinesmischief.com] ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarketingMachinesMischief [https://www.facebook.com/MarketingMachinesMischief] ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewnewell/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewnewell/] ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingMachinesMischief [https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingMachinesMischief] ✅ instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marketingmachinesmischief [https://www.instagram.com/marketingmachinesmischief] Marketing, Machines & Mischief is produced by Chris Stone at https://CastAhead.net [https://castahead.net]

Sunburnt Seats and Microsoft Toilet Ads: Unbelievable Campaigns Changing Marketing Forever: EP 032

We break down the week’s wildest updates from the world of marketing. Get the first look at ChatGPT’s new AI ad platform – where $100 million flowed in just six weeks, but brands are keeping suspiciously quiet about their results. We also dive into the surprising resurrection of digital cookies, why OpenAI’s move might mean cookies are here to stay, and poke fun at X’s long-overdue ad manager upgrade. Plus,you’ll learn how a tire chain turned a car into a skin-cancer awareness campaign, and how one entrepreneur turned his personal toilet into a six-figure ad platform with brands like Clorox and Microsoft Teams. Stick around for offbeat insights, hearty laughs, and a wrong-answers-only challenge that puts a new spin on toilet branding. 📖 Grab the new Book “How To Succeed In Marketing, Advertising and Artificial Intelligence Without Really Lying” on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3OJDXzU [https://amzn.to/3OJDXzU] 🔗 **Join The Marketing, Machines & Mischief Community** ✅ Official: https://MarketingMachinesMischief.com [https://marketingmachinesmischief.com] ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarketingMachinesMischief [https://www.facebook.com/MarketingMachinesMischief] ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewnewell/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewnewell/] ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingMachinesMischief [https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingMachinesMischief] ✅ instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marketingmachinesmischief [https://www.instagram.com/marketingmachinesmischief] Marketing, Machines & Mischief is produced by Chris Stone at https://CastAhead.net [https://castahead.net]