On this episode, we’re joined by Todd K. Harris, General Manager, Transportation & Hospitality at Gradial, to explore how AI is reshaping the way brands get discovered. Todd explains the shift from SEO to a more dynamic, AI-driven discovery model, why visibility alone isn’t enough, and how operational agility is becoming the real competitive edge. It’s a clear, practical look at how marketers can connect insights to execution and keep pace in a rapidly changing landscape.

On this episode, I sit down with Richard Exon, Co-Founder at Joint, to talk about why independent agencies are having a moment. We cover what independence actually unlocks—from faster decision-making to tighter collaboration—how talent and clients are rethinking what they want from agency partners, and why new tech is making it easier than ever to compete without the traditional scale of a network.

Richard Reeves, CEO at the Association of Online Publishers, joins us to talk about the evolving role of premium publishers in a fragmented, AI-driven media landscape. He shares why trust and quality environments are making a comeback, how publishers are balancing the opportunities and risks of AI, and why supporting premium content isn’t just a moral decision—it’s a smart commercial one for brands looking to drive real impact.

Sarah Robertson, Chief Product Officer at Experian UK, joins us to unpack what’s really changing in AI-driven marketing—and what’s just hype. She explains why data quality, identity, and governance are foundational to making AI actually work, and why outcomes—not tools—should guide every decision. We also get into the growing role of real-time intelligence, the importance of keeping a human touch, and how marketers can build practical frameworks to turn AI into measurable impact.

On this episode, we sit down with Barry Frey, President and CEO of DPAA Global, to talk about how digital out-of-home has evolved far beyond its traditional role. We cover the shift from pure awareness to a full-funnel channel, how programmatic and real-time data are changing the game, and why reaching people in the real world—on the path to purchase—is becoming more valuable than ever.

Live sports are having a generational identity crisis—and Barrick Prince is building the solution in real time.

Recorded live at Advertising Week New York, this episode of AW360 Live dives into how the Creator Sports Network is rethinking sports distribution for an audience that simply isn’t showing up for traditional television. Instead of forcing fans to change behavior, CSN takes live sports directly to where Gen Z and Gen Alpha already live: YouTube, TikTok, Twitch, Instagram, and creator-led communities at scale.

Prince unpacks why creator-distributed live sports are non-cannibalistic, how brands are moving beyond 30-second ads toward baked-in, conversational integrations, and why challenger leagues are leaning in fast. From lessons learned in gaming and live streaming to a bold vision of “a million ESPNs,” this conversation explores what the next five years of live sports, fandom, and cultural moments will actually look like.

Creators aren’t just creators anymore—they’re media companies, commerce engines, and community builders.

Recorded live at Advertising Week New York 2025, this episode of AW360 Live features Zach Miller, President of Bucketsquad, the creator-led sports entertainment brand built around YouTube megastar Jesser.

Zach breaks down how Bucketsquad has evolved from viral basketball content into a diversified business spanning YouTube, apparel, live events, brand partnerships, and retail—without losing its creative soul. The conversation explores how audience data shapes content decisions, why some categories are worth owning (and others aren’t), and how creators and athletes are increasingly blurring the lines between talent, brand, and enterprise.

From launching apparel into Dick’s Sporting Goods, to collaborating with global brands, to rethinking what “community” really means in the creator economy, this episode is a must-listen for marketers, brands, and anyone curious about where sports media is headed next.

Food isn’t a side attraction anymore—it’s the main event.

In this AW360 Live interview, Jack Goldburg breaks down how food, sports, and culture are converging to redefine live experiences and brand engagement. Drawing from collaborations with elite athletes, viral content reaching billions of views, and sold-out food festivals across major cities, Jack explains why community trust is the most valuable currency in the creator economy—and why brands can’t simply buy their way into it.

You’ll hear how digital stories become physical experiences, how creators can responsibly drive real-world business growth for local operators, and why the future belongs to platforms that blend content, commerce, and community without compromising authenticity.

If you’re a brand, marketer, or creator navigating the next era of experiential marketing, this episode offers a clear look at what’s working—and what’s coming next.

In an era where AI-generated content, bots, and coordinated campaigns are blurring the line between real customer feedback and manufactured noise, simply “listening” is no longer enough.

On this episode of the AW360 Podcast, we’re joined by Sharon Chung, Director of Product Marketing at Resolver, to explore how brands can verify the true voice of the customer—and why real-time online risk intelligence has become mission-critical for brand safety and reputation.

Sharon breaks down the key differences between traditional social listening and intelligence-driven risk monitoring, shares the behavioral signals that expose misinformation and coordinated attacks, and explains why human context and judgment still matter in an AI-accelerated world. From spotting early warning signs of digital threats to building cross-functional resilience across marketing, comms, legal, and security teams, this conversation offers a practical framework for navigating trust in the age of generative fake news.  

How do you make audiences laugh, feel, and connect—all while delivering for brands? In this episode of AW360 Live, recorded at Advertising Week New York and powered by ART19, we sit down with Janina Lundy, EVP of Marketing & Brand Partnerships at Kevin Hart’s global entertainment company, Hartbeat, to explore how humor and culture are redefining branded storytelling.

From award-winning campaigns like Group Therapy for AXA to major cultural moments like the BET Awards and FeverFest during WNBA All-Star Weekend, Janina shares how Heartbeat merges creativity, commerce, and comedy to create authentic, emotionally resonant work that travels across film, TV, and digital platforms.