What if the best place to run your next ad isn’t online — but inside a packed concert venue, right before the lights go down?

In this episode of Fireside, Chris Marine and David Gogel sit down with Jared McCarthy, Co-Founder of Venue Ad Network, to explore how screens inside live music venues are becoming a powerful tool for both brands and communities.

They unpack the origin of VAN, the role independent venues play in local culture, and why media rooted in real-world moments might just be the future. From rideshare partnerships to creative storytelling between sets, this conversation hits on strategy, purpose, and possibility - all while staying grounded in the music.

Whether you're a marketer, a venue owner, or someone who just misses the feeling of a bass line in your chest, this episode is for you.

Learn more about Venue Ad Network (VAN) - venueadnetwork.com 

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