This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood is joined by Bob Hunt, Senior Director of Audio at Hearts & Science, to discuss the evolving landscape of podcast advertising and how brands can effectively leverage the medium to engage their audiences. In this episode, the two dive into:

• An introduction to Hearts & Science and how the agency helps brands create impactful audio strategies.
• Expert advice for brands just starting to explore podcast advertising and how to make the most of this growing channel.
• The future of podcasting as a medium, including how it’s evolving to build deeper, more authentic connections with listeners.
• How Hearts & Science integrates podcasting into larger brand campaigns, and the role it plays within a modern media mix.
• Emerging trends that will shape the podcast advertising industry in the next few years, and how brands can stay ahead of the curve.

And much more! Tune in for an insightful conversation on how brands can navigate the world of podcast advertising and position themselves for success in the years to come.

This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood sits down with Lex Friedman, Founder of Lex Friedman Consulting, to explore his journey and insights in the podcasting space. In this episode, the two dive into:

• Lex's background and how his experience led him to build a consulting business focused on podcasting.
• Shifting trends in podcast advertising and how advertiser approaches have evolved over the years.
• The balance between content creation and technological innovation in the future of podcasting, drawing from Lex's experience at ART19 and Wondery.
• Promising technologies and trends in podcast advertising that could shape the industry by 2025.
• Key challenges in audience targeting and measurement, and what solutions could emerge in the next 3-5 years.
• The evolving role of podcast hosting platforms in delivering better targeting, measurement, and analytics for advertisers.

And much more!

This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, we dive into the evolving landscape of brand safety in podcasting and explore how it differs from other media like digital ads and social media with Valerie Reimer, VP Ad Tech & Product Partnerships at Acast. From the growing importance of audience trust to the unique challenges brands face when advertising in kids' content, we cover the key factors shaping brand safety today. Plus, we discuss the legal and ethical considerations brands must navigate and what’s on the horizon for the future of podcast advertising.

Listeners will dive into:

• How brand safety in podcasts require more control over tone and trust compared to digital ads or social media.
• The ways in which brand safety goes beyond avoiding controversy and the necessary focus on relevance, tone, and building trust.
• Advertising in kids' podcast and key points for strict legal and ethical guidelines for age-appropriate content.

Today on the podcast, we’re excited to feature a conversation from the Signal Award-winning show Podcast Perspectives, produced by our friends at The Podglomerate (the podcast firm specialized in producing, distributing, and monetizing podcasts for high-profile clients including Netflix, PBS, NPR stations, Harvard Business School, and more). Podcast Perspectives brings on audio leaders and industry executives to walk through the biggest news of the day and to go deep on topics that podcasters need to know - like production techniques, IP and rights issues, ad tech, podcasting’s role in media at-large, and more. 

On this special episode, we’re featuring their conversation between The Podglomerate’s founder/CEO Jeff Umbro and speaks with Lisa Laporte, CEO of TWiT.tv about the ebbs and flows of ad sales and how to create a meaningful podcast advertising campaign in today’s market.

Listen to more episodes of Podcast Perspectives and follow the podcast: https://listen.podglomerate.com/show/podcast-perspectives/ 

This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, our host Heather Osgood sits down with seasoned ad delivery specialist from True Native Media, Hannah Gayhardt, to uncover the secrets behind successful podcast advertising. Whether you're new to the space or looking to fine-tune your strategy, this conversation is packed with valuable insights!

Tune in to learn more about:

• What’s a Delivery Specialist’s Role? Learn about the behind-the-scenes work that ensures podcast ads are delivered seamlessly to listeners.
• Crafting Strong Audio Ads: Discover the key elements that make an audio ad stand out and resonate with your audience.
• Measuring Podcast Success: Get expert tips on how to effectively track the performance of your podcast ads and optimize for better results.

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This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, we’re joined by Chris Bowlby, SVP of Sales at Soundrise, for an in-depth look at the dynamic landscape of podcast advertising. We explore key topics such as ad load, spot placement, and transparency issues, as well as the impact of Soundrise's partnership with PRX on non-profit podcasting and programmatic ad sales. Plus, we discuss the vital role independent podcasters play in shaping the future of podcast advertising.

Tune in for insights on:

• Navigating the intricacies of ad load
• The rise of programmatic advertising in the non-profit sector
• Key comparisons between podcasting and CTV
• And much more!

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This week on The Podcast Advertising playbook, our host Heather Osgood breaks down how companies with zero podcasting experience can take the first steps to dive in, even on a budget. We’ll discuss simple strategies for leveraging podcast interviews, reaching new audiences, and creating a podcast that connects with customers on a deeper level.

Key Takeaways:

• Interviews as a Low-Cost Entry Point: Start by guesting on established podcasts to build credibility and reach.
• Targeted Podcast Outreach: Focus on shows that align closely with your product or service for maximum impact.
• Creating a Company Podcast: Use your own show to engage with potential clients and create meaningful conversations.
• Exploring Podcast Advertising: Learn how podcast ads can be an effective way to extend your brand's reach.

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This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, our host Heather Osgood sat down with Stew Redwine, VP of Creative Services at Oxford Road and Oskar Serrander, Co-Founder and CEO of Wondercraft, to explore the transformative role of AI in the podcast industry. From revolutionizing podcast ads to navigating ethical challenges, we dive into how AI tools are reshaping the way we create, measure, and distribute content. Whether you're a podcaster, advertiser, or AI enthusiast, this conversation uncovers the current landscape and future possibilities for AI-powered podcasting.

Tune in to hear more on:

• Lord of The Rings & Home Alone (kidding, kind of...)
• How AI is currently enhancing the creation of podcast content, from automation to personalization, and what the future holds
• How AI tools are helping craft more compelling, data-driven podcast ads while also discussing potential risks and ethical concerns
• How AI is changing the way we track and analyze success in podcasting, with new metrics and insights for creators and advertisers
• And more

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"What I thought was fascinating was some of the talk about content and influencers and what we talked about at the beginning, how people buy from people they trust...people trust creators more than brands."

This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, our host Heather Osgood, sat down with E.B. Moss of Moss Appeal to discuss their journey from representing the same podcast to becoming powerful female entrepreneurs. Tune in to hear more on:

• Swing dancing (yup, you read that right)
• Similarities between podcasting and CTV
• The rise of integrated podcast campaigns
• Controlling ad frequency & more!

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“I feel like one of the big [missing pieces] is [tackling] frequency. That is something we’re working on trying to control more with our partners. So a definite need is refined frequency tools, and maybe understanding how much market share we are taking from our competitors”

This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, our host, Heather Osgood, sat down with the Associate Director of Digital Media at Veritone One, Maggie Beyer, to discuss the state of the podcast market. In this episode, the two breakdown:

• Interesting happenings taking place at Veritone One with customers and focus areas to meet industry needs
• Unpacking the industry-wide conversation on frequency and frequency capping
• The role audio plays in a successful, full-funnel media mix,
• And more!

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“We talk about how podcast advertising is sort of the last channel without ridiculous ad fatigue. We're starting to sort of enter into a space where we need to be really careful because we're going to start sort of diminishing that.”

This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, our host, Heather Osgood, sat down with the Head of Growth at Podscribe, Amelia Coomber, to unpack the most recent Quarterly Podscribe Performance Benchmark Report to really dive deep into it’s development, the data and takeaways inside, and what is to come in future reports. Tune in to learn:

• Key takeaways to help advertisers create the most effective ads possible
• Insights on what podcasters can take away from these reports
• Considerations for comparing the efficacy of audio to traditional advertising channels
• And more!

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