The ads were expensive. But were they good? In this episode, Josh and John dissect the commercial chaos of this year’s big game, and what it says about the state of modern marketing.

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Josh and John unpack how outdated assumptions can sneak into your marketing, and why it’s time to verify your “truths” before putting them in a presentation. In this episode, they break down what’s actually shifted in consumer satisfaction, why that matters more than you think, and how to keep your strategy grounded in current reality.

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Josh and John kick off the year with a challenge: stop making things so hard for your customers. From clunky logins to vendor excuses to template-filled sites, they unpack how complexity kills conversions, and why 2026 should be the year marketers fight for simplicity.

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Customer experience isn’t an accident—it’s a strategy. Using Buc-ee’s as the unexpected hero of the story, Josh and John unpack how over-delivering on the basics can transform any business. Clean bathrooms, endless pumps, and great brisket aren’t the point—they’re the proof.

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John and Josh hit the 200-episode milestone and look back on how a podcast that wasn’t supposed to happen turned into a decade-long run. They laugh about early doubts, explain why they don’t have guests, talk about how Serial changed everything, and give some honest advice to anyone thinking about starting a bank—or non-bank—podcast.

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The penny may be gone, but its disappearance is creating waves far bigger than its size. On this episode of Marketing Money Podcast, John and Josh explore how losing the penny impacts spending, the economy, and marketing strategies. From rounding up transactions and injecting billions into commerce to the psychology behind digital payments, they break down what a cashless future means for banks, retailers, and consumers alike.

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When banks merge, everyone feels it—from customers to employees. John and Josh explore Huntington Bank’s acquisition of Cadence, sharing behind-the-scenes stories, marketing insights, and real human reactions.

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In this episode, John and Josh unpack how today’s fragmented media landscape challenges marketers to rethink placement, message, and value. From the simplicity of the three-channel era to the complexity of connected TV and streaming, they explore what’s changed in advertising—and what hasn’t. The hosts discuss why timeless strategy still outperforms trendy tactics, and how community banks and brands alike can win through clarity, consistency, and storytelling that resonates.

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Josh and John break down why hyper-personalized marketing often overpromises and underdelivers, especially in banking. In this episode, they unpack the real cost of chasing perfect targeting and make the case for broad, clear, and consistent brand messaging.

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The ad worked, but the landing page didn’t. Josh and John walk through the costly disconnect between digital ads and what happens next. They cover real examples, broken user flows, and why marketing success depends on delivering the value you promise from the very first click.

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