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EPISODE · Feb 19, 2026 · 10 MIN

Social Media Scams Explode, Target Rolls Out AI Ads, Midwest Agencies Thrive: EP 021

from Marketing, Machines & Mischief

From the ridiculous scale of social media scams – now a multibillion-dollar business (thanks, Zuck) – to the ambitious rollout of contextual ChatGPT ads by Target, we serve up essential insights with a side of sass. Plus, while coastal agencies face cutbacks, America's heartland emerges as an unexpected powerhouse of marketing growth. Whether you're a veteran or a newbie to the marketing game, this show delivers the intel (and chuckles) you need to stay on top. Plug in and get ready for your weekly podium finish!📖 Grab the new Book “How To Succeed In Marketing, Advertising and Artificial Intelligence Without Really Lying” on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3OJDXzU 🔗 **Join The Marketing, Machines & Mischief Community**✅ Official: https://MarketingMachinesMischief.com ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarketingMachinesMischief ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewnewell/ ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingMachinesMischief ✅ instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marketingmachinesmischief Marketing, Machines & Mischief is produced by Chris Stone at https://CastAhead.net

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