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  • How AI is Changing the Marketing Game with John Readman

    Here are three things you’ll learn in this episode:

    Why most agencies struggle with messy, inconsistent client reporting—and how to fix it.
    John explains how agencies often waste hours compiling reports from multiple platforms, leading to confusion and data that doesn’t always match. He shares how a single source of truth can simplify reporting and improve client trust.

    How Ask Bosco uses AI to benchmark visibility and predict where to spend your next marketing dollar.
    Discover how Ask Bosco leverages AI and data modeling to show businesses where they stand against competitors, and how predictive analytics can guide smarter, more profitable ad spend decisions.

    The future of AI in marketing: balancing automation with human creativity.
    John and Shannon discuss how AI is reshaping the industry—not as a replacement for people, but as a tool that frees up time, reduces guesswork, and allows marketers to focus on creativity and strategy.

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    36 min
  • Automate or Navigate: Knowing When to Let Tech Take the Wheel with Dustin Stout

    Here are three things you’ll learn in this episode:

    How to quickly assess whether a task should be automated or handled manually.
    Dustin walks through practical examples from marketing, operations, and client communication to help you identify tasks that benefit from automation versus those that need a personal touch.

    Common pitfalls of over-automation and how to avoid them.
    From losing human connection with customers to relying too heavily on systems that may fail, they discuss the risks of automating too much and share strategies for maintaining control.

    How to balance efficiency with adaptability in running a business.
    Learn how to use automation as a tool for growth without sacrificing flexibility, so you can adapt to unexpected challenges and keep your business running smoothly.

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    49 min
  • Insult Me In The Morning With James Hughes

    Three Things You’ll Learn

    Why a diversified media mix still wins

    Despite the dominance of digital, traditional formats like TV and billboards still deliver strong brand lift—especially when paired with data-driven channels. James breaks down the “spider-leg” model to explain how brands should balance their media spend.

    How consumer behavior has changed dramatically

    From SEO fatigue to ad blindness, today’s audiences demand transparency and authenticity. James discusses why modern consumers don’t want to be sold to—they want to connect with brands that stand for something real.

    The future of AI in marketing and search

    Generative AI is already reshaping how consumers search for products. James reveals how brands can adapt, especially by strengthening their SEO presence to ensure visibility as AI replaces traditional search behavior.

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    31 min
  • Building Emotionally Intelligent Brands with Andrew Madden

    Three Things You’ll Learn:

    How to uncover the emotional core of any brand—even the “boring” ones

    Andrew breaks down his method for extracting compelling stories, even from everyday products or clients who think they “don’t have a brand.” Whether it’s a toothbrush or a trade service, there’s always a human angle to connect with—and that’s where great branding starts.

    Why trust is the new currency in marketing (and how to earn it)

    From political campaigns to product reviews, Andrew explains how today’s consumers are more skeptical and more influenced than ever before. You’ll learn how to build long-term credibility by showing up authentically, especially in an era where influencer marketing and AI are reshaping how we interact with brands.

    The surprising power of storytelling in the age of AI

    Even as technology advances, the art of good storytelling hasn’t changed. Andrew shares why creativity, emotional intelligence, and lived experience still outperform automation—and how AI should be seen as a tool, not a replacement, for the real magic that comes from human connection.

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    37 min
  • Solving SMS Chaos with Martin Lien

    Three Things You’ll Learn:

    Why SMS infrastructure is still stuck in the past—and how Bolt is solving the inefficiencies most businesses don’t realize they have.

    The future of global messaging: How WhatsApp, RCS, and regulatory changes are shaping communication across markets like the U.S., Latin America, and Europe.

    Why niche, pain-point-driven businesses win: Martin’s take on how deep industry knowledge and specificity give startups an edge in the AI era.

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    30 min
  • Personal Branding with Sam Winsbury

    Three Things You’ll Learn

    Why personal branding isn’t about ego—it’s about framing your expertise so others understand it.

    The real reason even the most successful people hesitate to post (and how to overcome it).

    Why not every post needs to change the world—and what actually makes content connect.

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    35 min
  • From the Circus to CMO with Christine Goos

    Three Things We Learned from Christine:

    The Power of Brand in B2B is Underestimated

    Long-term brand building is essential for sustainable growth—especially when targeting people who don’t yet know you. Christine emphasized that performance marketing has its limits, and brand is the only way to unlock fresh demand.

    Marketing to Marketers Requires a Higher Bar for Creativity

    When your audience is full of marketers, campaigns need to be smart, witty, and impeccably executed. Christine shared examples of how her team used out-of-home media to create the illusion of omnipresence at major industry events—and it worked.

    LinkedIn is Evolving—and So Should We

    The platform has shifted from buttoned-up professionalism to a space for authentic, engaging content. Christine explained how marketers can use company voices and personal brands together to tell richer, more relatable stories.

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    39 min
  • The Future of EdTech with Holly Owens

    Three Things You’ll Learn:

    How to Build Community in Education and Marketing

    Discover how Holly applies the same principles of building learning communities in classrooms to foster team trust, engagement, and collaboration in remote and global marketing teams.

    Why AI Isn’t Replacing Us—It’s Empowering Us

    Learn how generative AI, when used correctly, can serve as a sidekick—not a replacement—for creativity, neurodivergence, communication clarity, and instructional design.

    What Marketers Often Get Wrong About Educators

    Understand why high-pressure, feature-first messaging fails—and how empathy

     

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    40 min
  • “I Don’t Know” with Sam Torres

    Three Things You’ll Learn:

    Why Most SEO Advice is Situational—Not Universal

    Learn why concepts like keyword density, domain authority, and posting daily are no longer “golden rules”—and how context should shape your strategy.

    How to Build Trust Through Brutal (but Kind) Honesty

    Hear how Sam navigates difficult conversations with enterprise clients by setting expectations early, leading with empathy, and refusing to sugarcoat reality.

    The Role of AI in SEO—and What It Still Can’t Do

    Discover how AI is changing technical SEO workflows, what tools like ChatGPT are actually indexing, and why human authenticity still wins in content creation.

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    37 min
  • The Art, Science, and Soul of Branding with Peter Dixon

    Three Things You’ll Learn:

    How to Balance Risk and Loyalty in Branding:

    Discover how iconic brands like Levi’s and Patagonia evolve without alienating legacy customers—and how other brands risk collapse when they abandon authenticity.

    Why Constraints Fuel Creativity, Not Stifle It:

    Learn how Peter uses structured limitations to generate bold ideas and why offering multiple creative options fosters better collaboration with clients.

    What AI Can’t Replace in Design and Creativity:

    Gain a grounded, optimistic perspective on how designers can embrace emerging AI tools—without sacrificing the human essence that makes great design resonate.

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    45 min

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Fully Managed is the go-to podcast for agency owners and marketing professionals who want to stay ahead in the ever-evolving business landscape. Brought to you by Penji, each episode dives deep into…