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Ad Nerds
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The Ad Nerds Podcast is hosted by advertising savant Ken 'Spanky' Moskowitz.Ken delivers on anything and everything in the space of Branding, Marketing and Advertising, making Ad Nerds the go-to source for people who have or support brands. The podcast covers big brands, small businesses, and the latest marketing trends in a style and delivery that's easy to understand.If you're in or interested in the world of advertising and want to stay up to date with the latest news, Ad Nerds Podcast is the perfect place to start!
Episodes
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#78: Crafting Effective Campaigns and Leveraging Digital Platforms
Welcome to the Ad Nerds Podcast, the only show where you can ask your branding, advertising, and marketing questions and get real-time answers. Hosted by Spanky Moskowitz, a nearly 40-year veteran of the ad industry, this podcast is your go-to source for advertising insights and strategies. From...
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#77 - Navigating AI and IP and How To Stay Out Of Trouble
Welcome to the Ad Nerds Podcast, the ultimate resource for anyone invested in the world of advertising. Hosted by Spanky Moskowitz, a nearly 40-year veteran in the industry, this episode dives deep into the complex world of AI and intellectual property. Special guest and IP attorney James Smedley...
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#76 - Maximizing Your Brand's Impact: Creative Strategies, Overcoming Digital Hurdles, and Building Customer Loyalty
Welcome to the Ad Nerds Podcast, the only show where you can ask your branding, advertising, and marketing questions and get real-time answers. Hosted by Spanky Moskowitz, a nearly 40-year veteran of the ad industry, this podcast is your go-to source for advertising insights and strategies. From...
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#75 - Finding Your Right Audience, Brand V Marketing, How To Move A Massive Following and More
Welcome to the Ad Nerds Podcast, the only show in the world where you can ask your branding, advertising, and marketing questions and get real-time answers. Hosted by Spanky Moskowitz, a nearly 40-year veteran of the ad industry, this podcast is your go-to source for advertising insights and...
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We 5/15 - Apple Flops | Smart Tech = Dumb Humans | What's Your Plan B
On today's episode Spanky dives into breaking news, major ad blunders, and insightful marketing tips. Netflix shocks the TV world by landing a deal to broadcast live NFL games on Christmas, marking a significant move into live sports. Meanwhile, Apple faces backlash for a controversial ad…
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We 6/28 - Hitting Pause For Cancer Treatment
In the June 28, 2023 episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, Spanky Moskowitz, a veteran of the advertising industry, took a different route from the usual ad industry news. Instead, he chose to use the platform for a personal public service announcement. Recently diagnosed with lower colorectal cancer,...
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Tu 6/27 - Apple Loves Outsiders | Is Pride A PR Move | AI Travel Meets Real World Luggage
In today's episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, host Spanky Moskowitz takes listeners on a whirlwind tour of the advertising industry, touching on everything from how Apple is leveraging outsider perspectives in its marketing strategy to the creative journey sparked by Amtrak's collaboration with the…
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Mo 6/19 - Hallucinating Growth | Dupe Culture Helps Brands | The State Of State Of Advertising
In this riveting episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, host Spanky Moskowitz navigates listeners through the intricate maze of the advertising industry. The episode starts off by exposing the pitfalls of programmatic ads and new throat tools, highlighting the alarming reality that advertisers are…
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Fr 6/16 - Lather, Rinse, Repeat | Conservatives Boycott Tony The Tiger | Buyer Personas Are BS
In this captivating episode of Ad Nerds, Spanky whisks us on a fascinating journey across diverse marketing landscapes. From Tony the Tiger stirring controversy at the Tony Awards to the questionable effectiveness of buyer personas in advertising, the discussion takes unexpected turns. Spanky…
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We 6/14 - Ooops It's Wednesday | Apple's Branding Lesson | Doritos And Papa John's Make A Baby
In this episode of Ad Nerds Podcast, aired on WEDNESDAY, June 14, 2023, (not Tuesday) host 'Spanky' Moskowitz delves into the essence of Apple's brand strategy, the exciting collaboration between Papa John's and Doritos aimed at the Gen Z market, and the AI-driven billboard rivalry between fast...
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Tu 6/6 - Girl Scouts Use AI To Scout | L.A. Red Carpet For US Open | Jack & Coke Time
Spanky Moskowitz, the host of the Ad Nerd Podcast, enlightens us about some intriguing developments in the advertising world today. The US Open has called in big Hollywood names, Jason Bateman and Will Arnett, to spearhead their humor-filled advertising campaign, hoping to draw in more viewers…
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Mo 6/5 - Chilli's Does Weddings | Free Advertising You Can Do | Walmart Takes A Pride Stand
In this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, host Spanky Moskowitz delivers diverse advertising industry news, ranging from a viral TikTok wedding catering strategy by Chili's to an exciting music-oriented summer campaign launched by Pepsi in collaboration with Apple and global hitmaker Bad Bunny. He...
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Fr 6/2 - Gary Vaynerchuk Joins Spanky To Talk About Branding, Advertising, and Marketing
In the latest episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, the host 'Spanky' Moskowitz talks to special guest Gary Vaynerchuk, an entrepreneur and internet personality known for his work in digital marketing and social media. Gary shares insights from his unique entrepreneurial journey, including his early...
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We 5/31 - Clear Channel Sell Off | For The Love Of Ketchup | Ad Titan Merger | Guest Announcement
In this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, host Spanky Moskowitz provides listeners with valuable insights and updates from the marketing world. The episode discusses JCDecaux's acquisition of Clear Channel's operations in Spain and Italy, transforming the former into the world's largest…
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Tu 5/30 - Inject Humor In Ads | Columbia Sportswear Defines GOAT | Underground Ads In NYC
In this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, host Spanky Moskowitz discusses the importance of humor in advertising and how it can connect with audiences on a deeper level. He provides practical advice on the appropriate use of humor in messaging, keeping it light and positive while avoiding anything...
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Tu 5/23 - Corona In Prison | Kraft Says CHEESE | Apple Awards | Why Get Your Colonoscopy
In this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, host Spanky Moskowitz provides a detailed analysis of several recent developments in the world of advertising. He begins by delving into the intriguing concept of beer brand Corona establishing a prison soccer league in Mexico, with the hope of…
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Mo 5/22 - Facebook $1B Fine | Walmart Gets Social | Twitter Rival Launches
In this episode of the Ad Nerds podcast, we deep dive into the big headlines of the ad industry. Facebook reels from a hefty 1.2 billion euro fine for breaching EU data transfer regulations, and we discuss what this means for small business owners. Next, we examine the recent departure of Diego...
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Fr 5/19 - Big Screens For Small Biz | YouTube Wants Respect | Montana TikTok Ban = Political Games
In this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, host 'Spanky' delves into a range of timely topics, offering an insightful perspective on the world of advertising. He discusses Screenvision's fresh strategy to allure advertisers, the effectiveness of cinema ads compared to television, the significance…
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Th 5/18 - Tesla Adds Ads | Oscar Meyer Cuts Their Wiener | French Innovation
In this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, our host Spanky brings you the latest news from the advertising industry. Elon Musk discusses his interest in exploring advertising as a means to expand beyond Tesla's existing user base. Get ready for an exciting lineup of stories, including Pepsi's...
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Tu 5/16 - Coke Bets On AI | The Best Small Biz Social Strategy | How To Split Test Ads On LinkedIn
In this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, hosted by Spanky, the discussion covers Lipton's new Hard Tea campaign and why he ripped on them so hard yesterday and how brands like Kaiyo and Furnish are taking steps to address the issue of waste and promote sustainability in the furniture industry.…
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Mo 5/15 - Depp Is In Deep | Lipton Brews Up Bad Ads | The Happiest Place On Earth Masterclass
On this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, Spanky, starts with the exciting news of Johnny Depp signing a record-breaking deal with Dior for a men's fragrance. Frosty Jack Cider's first TV ad is also highlighted, followed by insights on how businesses can create simple ads. The podcast delves into...
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Fr 5/12 - Twitter Names A New CEO | Zuckerberg Is Penetrated By AI | Mother's Day Feels
In this exciting episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, hosted by Spanky, we cover a range of intriguing topics. First up, we discuss the major announcement of Linda Yaccarino, NBC's Advertising Chief, being named the new CEO of Twitter. Then, we dive into the Y and Z effect on Mother's Day, exploring...
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Th 5/11 - How Crazy Is Too Crazy In Ads | It's Raining Fish | Join Me In Costa Rica | Airbnb Rooms
In this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, hosted by Spanky, the team discusses the fine line between creativity and effectiveness in advertising, exploring the question of how crazy is too crazy when it comes to ad campaigns. They emphasize the real risk in marketing, which is wasting advertising...
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Tu 5/9 - Industrial Emissions Face Mist | Lisa Loeb Loves Goldfish | Audio's 342% ROAS
On today's Ad Nerds podcast, host Spanky Moskowitz covers a variety of topics related to advertising and marketing. Vattenfall, a Swedish energy company, has collaborated with organic cosmetics brand co GERD to create an industrial-strength face mist made from fossil-free hydrogen emissions. Lisa...
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Mo 5/8 - Nick Rebrands What You Can Learn From It | The Gecko Gets A Frenemy | Meta Still Silent
In this episode, Spanky discusses Nickelodeon's rebranding efforts and the importance of evaluating a brand's core identity when considering a rebrand. He also talks about Geico's new campaign featuring actor/comedian Will Arnett and the use of partnerships and storytelling in effective…
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Fr 5/5 - TV Is Good For Your Vision | Paid Vs. Organic | Bud Light Buys Their Way Back | King Merch
On this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, host Spanky Moskowitz discusses various advertising and marketing news. He talks about how watching TV with captions can save your vision and the campaign created by VisionWorks to encourage regular eye exams. Spanky also emphasizes the benefits of paid...
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Th 5/4 - Yung Gravy Teams With D.P. | Fortune In Fortune Cookies | Uber Eats Expands Services
In this episode of the Ad Nerds podcast, hosted by Spanky Moskowitz, the news covers a range of topics from the world of advertising. Young Gravy has created a new track for Dr. Pepper's latest product and has also designed an exclusive merchandise line. Open Fortune, a company that produces ad...
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We 5/3 - Beer For A Good Cause | B2B Targeted Gifting | Affiliate Influencers | Ads Served By Song
In this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, host Spanky Moskowitz covers a range of topics including the launch of Fetch Pale Ale by pet insurance company Fetch, a new trend in influencer marketing where sales-based payment structures with affiliate links are becoming more prevalent, Dove's new...
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Tu 5/2 - Experiential Marketing | Poke Fun At Rivals | Build Your LinkedIn Network | Nice Beaver
In the Ad Nerds podcast episode, the host, Spanky Moskowitz, discusses how experiential marketing is getting a boost from AI, how Olliv, a new cryptocurrency exchange, launched its first national campaign targeting everyday people by poking fun at Tech bros, Amazon's new approach to NFL...
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Mo 5/1 - How To Sell An Enema | UGC Makes Great Ads | YouTube Launches New Ad Units
In this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, host Spanky shares news and insights from the advertising industry. YouTube announced new advertising formats for its short-form video platform, Shorts. WPP, the agency holding company, is embracing generative AI in advertising. Small businesses can create...
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Fr 4/28 - Make Marketing Memorable | Josh Duhamel Wants To Make Your Superbowl Ad | Gut Bombs Suck
In this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, host Spanky Moskowitz talks about the importance of using concrete language in ads to make them more memorable. Studies have shown that people remember concrete phrases better than abstract ones because our brains can visualize the concrete things, making...
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4/27 - Brits Ad Industry Dethroned | Huggies Hot 100 | LinkedIn Custom CTAs | TikTok Sales On Fire
In this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, Spanky discusses the shifting landscape of British advertising, the creative Huggies Diapers ad celebrating baby bottoms, how Ad Zombies can elevate a brand, LinkedIn's new Call to Action button for Premium Business subscribers, and an intriguing campaign...
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4/26 - Embracing AI | 5 AI People To Follow | Barbie Gets Inclusive | Popcorn Explodes In The UK
In this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, Spanky Moskowitz shares stories about the latest news in the advertising industry. Listeners learn about how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used as a tool to enhance creativity and how AI educators and influencers can provide valuable insights into…
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Tu 4/25 - B2B Ads Can Be Funny | Doja Cat & Taco Bell | Are Your YouTube Shorts Getting Eyeballs
In this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, host Spanky Moskowitz discusses how b2b campaigns can use humor to market their products and services, the importance of using YouTube shorts for small businesses, Taco Bell and Doja Cat's successful influencer marketing campaign, Heinz's hot dog pact...
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Mo 4/24 - Why Programmatic Ads Suck | Google's New AI Ads | Why I Preach Brand Marketing
In this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, Ken 'Spanky' Moskowitz discusses the latest trends and news in the advertising industry. He talks about the new fully flushable period pad brand called Fluus and emphasizes the importance of a simple and easily understandable message. He then explains...
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Fr 4/21 - Got Wood? Plant Based Milk's New Player | Red Lobster Saves Prom | AI Makes You Money
In this episode of the Ad Nerds Podcast, host Spanky discusses creative and humorous marketing campaigns from the dairy and restaurant industries. He also explores how AI can make businesses more profitable, the spending habits of different generations during economic uncertainty, and the power…
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Th 4/20 - Wingstop Hot Box | EU Ads Get Tougher | MotorTrend Trending Younger | Sonic Branding For Small Business
In this episode of Ad Nerds, Spanky highlights some interesting stories from the advertising world. He starts off by talking about Wingstop's funny training video and shares some tips on how to navigate the wild holiday season. The discussion then moves on to the EU's new rules for political...
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We 4/19 - Using AI To Work Faster | Apple Screws Marketers Again | The Importance Of Brand Building
In this episode of the Ad Nerds podcast, host Spanky Moskowitz discusses how marketers can keep up with changes in the world. Moskowitz emphasizes the importance of using artificial intelligence and machine learning to work faster and more creatively, talking to customers to understand their…
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Tu 4/18 - 5 TikTok Trends For Your Business | Mascots Are Memorable | Brand Building Is Big For Business
In this episode of Ad Nerds, the host Spanky discusses the importance of rebranding and using mascots to promote businesses. He explores the campaigns of big brands such as McDonald's, United Airlines, and Velveeta. Additionally, he talks about TikTok's trend cycle and the increasing trend of B2B...
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Mo 4/17 - What's The Sound Of Your Business | AR Makes Your Interactive | Storytelling Over Selling
In this episode of the Ad Nerds podcast, host Spanky Moskowitz talks about the power of Sonic branding in advertising, citing examples from his own experience working with big brands like Budweiser and ESPN. He also discusses how small businesses can use augmented reality (AR) and shoppable...
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Fr 4/14 - Google Drops A Free Spy Tool | Jack Blazes New Trails | How AI Increased Sales For Kroger
In this episode of Ad Nerds, Spanky talks about the Milk PDP and Gail’s experience and what marketers can learn from it. He also discusses a free tool called Google’s Drops that every advertiser needs, and the impact it can have on businesses. Spanky also mentions how Kroger used AI to…
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Th 4/13 - Meta Gets Some Sexy Back | AI Is Brewing Something New | Brand Collabs Can Boost Your Bottom Line
n this episode of the Ad Nerds podcast, Spanky talks about the latest trends in advertising. He starts by discussing how advertisers are spending more money with Facebook’s AI tool. He then moves on to talk about Hulu making it easier for advertisers to get in front of customers. Spanky…
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We 4/12 - AI Regulations May Be Coming | Eggs Take A Crack At Dating | Hanes Brings Back The Corset
In this episode of the Ad Nerds podcast hosted by Spanky Moskowitz, he discusses the new California Privacy Protection Agency's effort to regulate the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to combat algorithmic discrimination. He also talks about the risks associated with using AI in advertising…
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Tu 4/11 - Where's Twitter | Part Time Jobs For Full Time Creatives | Logan Roy Scores A New Deal
In this episode of the Ad Nerds podcast, Spanky shares some interesting news from the advertising industry. Twitter is no longer an independent company after merging with a shell firm, and Brian Cox is set to star in a new campaign for Direct TV. The United States Golf Association (USGA) is…
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Mo 4/10 - Tax Prep Wars | AI Impacts Affiliate Marketing | Pixel Data And Who's Tracking What
In this episode of the Ad Nerds podcast, host Spanky Moskowitz covers several stories related to advertising and marketing. H&R Block has released a series of ads taking a swipe at TurboTax's "Don't Do Your Taxes" campaign, urging people to do their taxes instead. Domino's Pizza has launched a…
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Sa 4/8 - Special Edition | Why My Podcast Sounds The Way It Does
In this special edition of the Ad Nerds podcast, host Spanky Moskowitz answers the question of why his podcast sounds so different from others. He attributes it to his background in the radio industry, the use of jingles produced by a professional production company, and a broadcast-quality mic...
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Fr 4/7 - ChatGPT Ban | Slutty Vegans | Underwear Explosion | An Easter Sandwich Delight
In this edition of the Ad Nerds podcast, host Spanky Moskowitz covers a variety of news from the advertising industry. Subway and Cadbury have teamed up to offer a limited edition sandwich in time for Easter. Saxxs, a men's underwear brand, blew up Walter White's underwear. The Italian government...
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Th 4/6 - Social Media Loses Steam | Ryan Reynolds, Jellyfish and Urine | How SMBs Can Buy TV Ads
In this episode of Ad Nerds, Spanky Moskowitz discusses how video ad spending will outpace social media for the first time in 10 years, with the CTV market expected to reach $43-45 billion in the next three years. He talks about Dove's billboard made of syringes raising awareness about toxic…
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We 4/5 - Bing Pulls A Fast One | Ramen Hits The Streets | Twitter's Pay To Play Program
In this episode, Spanky discusses Microsoft's confirmation of placing ads in chat, how creators are our future, LinkedIn's new feature of multi-forwarding and Creator Mode, and Elon Musk's announcement of Twitter checkmark. Additionally, he covers Pot Noodle's unconventional solution for fixing...
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Tu 4/4 - Selling Cookies Without Selling Cookies | Your New Advertising BFF | Closer Shaves Start With Better Ads
In this episode, Spanky discusses how brands are using social listening tools to engage with their customers, such as Chips Ahoy. He also highlights how brands are working to close the equity gap for college athletes and how one business scored an NFL player endorsement, and the importance of...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Ad Nerds Podcast is hosted by advertising savant Ken 'Spanky' Moskowitz.Ken delivers on anything and everything in the space of Branding, Marketing and Advertising, making Ad Nerds the go-to source for people who have or support brands. The podcast covers big brands, small businesses, and the latest marketing trends in a style and delivery that's easy to understand.If you're in or interested in the world of advertising and want to stay up to date with the latest news, Ad Nerds Podcast is the perfect place to start!
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