Why Measurement Is Harder Today, and The Ways It Needs Improving with Nielsen: Part 2 | Behind the Numbers

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss why measurement is harder than it used to be, how the metrics advertisers use to evaluate their spend are changing, and what marketers can—and should—do to navigate this transition effectively. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, Principal Analyst Max Willens, Nielsen's Head of Performance Marketing Alison Gensheimer, and SVP and Head of Advertisers and Agencies Matthew Devitt. Listen everywhere, and watch on YouTube and Spotify.   To learn more about our research and get access to PRO+ go to EMARKETER.com   Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/ For sponsorship opportunities contact us: [email protected] For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at [email protected]    For a transcript of this episode click here: https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-behind-numbers-why-measurement-harder-today-ways-needs-improving-with-nielsen-part-2   © 2025 EMARKETER   Consumer attention is fragmented across multiple platforms and making informed advertising decisions is more critical—and complex—than ever. With Nielsen Ad Intel, you can streamline your strategy, minimize wasted spend, and identify opportunities to differentiate your brand, empowering you to stay ahead in an ever-changing market. Discover more today. www.nielsen.com