Marketing, Machines & Mischief

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]

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

Your favorite marketing astronauts float into the rise of zero click marketing, dissect Duolingo’s shift from “unhinged” social media antics to a more wholesome approach, and react to the Cannes Lions Festival’s brand new AI Craft Award. Plus, don’t miss our spotlight on KFC Brazil’s finger-licking fashion statement and the surprising cultural journey of Nutella, all served up with a side of wit, debate, and the week’s most real moments in marketing. Stick with us for ten(ish?) jam-packed minutes of industry insights, laughs, and the marketing tea you didn’t know you needed! 📖 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]

How To Succeed In Marketing, Advertising and Artificial Intelligence Without Really Lying: EP 030

In this action-packed episode, Matthew and Chris tackle the latest in marketing trends and industry shifts. They break down the rise of always-on A/B testing, Apple’s expansion of its ad platform under the new Apple Business, and the ongoing tension between privacy and advertising reach. Plus, Matthew unveils his latest book – White Hat Marketing: How to Succeed in Marketing, Advertising and Artificial Intelligence Without Really Lying – and the duo dives into the ethical dilemmas facing marketers as AI reshapes the field. Stick around for lively banter, a tongue-in-cheek book “banning,” and practical advice on responsible marketing in an AI-driven world. 📖 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]