A couple of years ago, Freakonomics discussed research that show zero to negative correlation between advertising and market effects. Apparently, marketers have been wasting all this money for nothing. During this episode, Rachel and Shann discuss the merits of the findings, and whether it approached the question in a way that does (or does not) capture the value of advertising for brands.

Does Advertising Even Work At All?

From big strategy questions to everyday marketing life realities, The Overthinkers is a weekly, 20 min conversation between two ex-marketing strategists: Rachel Mercer (@rachelmercer - Head of Design at JPMorgan Chase + ex-CXO at Proto) and Shann Biglione (@LeShann - co-founder and Head of Product at Kelp + ex CSO at Publicis Media). It is for those who like to (over)think about strategic planning, with delightful guests occasionally joining Rachel and Shann for extended discussions. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Soundcloud.

Views represented and reflected are individually held and are not representative of Rachel and Shann's companies.

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From big strategy questions to everyday marketing life realities, The Overthinkers is a weekly, 20 min conversation between two ex-marketing strategists: Rachel Mercer (@rachelmercer - Head of Design at JPMorgan Chase + ex-CXO at Proto) and Shann Biglione (@LeShann - co-founder and Head of Product at Kelp + ex CSO at Publicis Media). It is for those who like to (over)think about strategic planning, with delightful guests occasionally joining Rachel and Shann for extended discussions. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Soundcloud. Views represented and reflected are individually held and are not representative of Rachel and Shann's companies.

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Does Advertising Even Work At All?

Does Advertising Even Work At All?