In the midst of a McDonald's debate of communications strategy, there is no better time than now to enter the world of executive communications. From crisis comms to regular PR strategy, how are leaders thinking about this in 2026? More risk oriented video? Controlled comms? What is the balance of authenticity and safeness?

To answer these questions we welcome Cyndee Woolley, MBA, APR, Founder of C2 Communications. Assisting in full-service public relations, community outreach, her agency ensures brands are seen in an impactful way. With over 25 years of communications mastery, we look forward to an in depth discussion today!

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Happy Friday Podcast! On today's podcast join us for an inspiring episode as we welcome Tom Woodard to the program. Tom is Founder of On The Avenue, and The Ability Machine. Recently introducing the Ability Machine, Tom's creative studio is powered by neurodiverse talent and intentionally designed around adaptability. Discussing the mission, impact, and ability to build an agency around those with neurodivergence, we explore Tom's vision of ensuring all marketing talent is seen.

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What does Design Thinking actually look like on a random Wednesday?We’re joined by Stanford d.school's Global Lead, Anja Svetina Nabergoj and Head of Learning Collaborations, Ariel Raz to unpack how they’re helping today's top leaders practice how we creatively think, decide, and lead.

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Today we welcome Digitas North America Executive Creative Director, John Long to the program. Pioneering global creative strategy, and leading brands to greatness, John has taken up his next challenge as an author. His new book "Zombie Brands: How brands lost their humanity" was released this week. Today we discover how brands are learning, unlearning, and attempting to grow in this unique era of AI.

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Jess and Andy give their candid thought on the Super Bowl marketing for 2026. Who won, who lost, and how about some surprise takes? Our annual debrief is underway!

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Will brands accept the challenge today, tomorrow, and deep into the future? As the landscape of branding changes we welcome John Gumas, President of Commit Agency. Today we find out what it is about a challenger brand" that brings out the best in marketers.

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Are we in 2026 or 2016? Jess and Andy talk about the 10 year trend that has swept the internet.

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Season 4 begins today! As we enter 2026, business, brand, and creative conversations collide. We welcome Founder, Talent Agent, and Strategic Advisor, Monique Sar to the program. As president of De Vitesse, Monique leads brands in the automotive sector with tailored growth strategies and brand development.

Aside from De Vitesse, represents keynote speakers, athletes, and creators across the globe at BNC Speakers. Combining a marketing approach, with brand partnerships. Our theme this year centers around authenticity and the connective tissues bringing these together. Let the new season begin!

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Jess and Andy wrap up 2025, season 3, and put a bow on the year that was. What should we expect in 2026 in the world of marketing?

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On today's edition of the show we delve into the universe of mobile advertising and performance marketing. From new restrictions to an AI-driven ecosystem to nuances in human storytelling, how is this industry changing as we head into 2026? To assist we will be joined by Phoena Pang, VP of Global Partnerships at Mintegral.

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