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ADcademics Podcast

by Justin D. Barnette

The ADcademics Podcast = A beginner’s guide to advertising.ADcademics is designed to help students, BIPOC, and entry-level talent better understand the ad industry. The show features one-on-one interviews given from a student’s perspective. Interviews focus on learning and discussing the many departments within an agency/company, positions within those departments, advice for job searching, and much more. Guests include current industry professionals employed at some of the top agencies around. Interviewees offer first-hand advice and tell real-life stories about their experience transitioning from college into the advertising/marketing industry.The show is hosted by ad agency intern and recent university graduate, Justin D. Barnette.Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnetteInterested in being a guest on the show? Email [email protected]

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Episodes

  1. Course 44: Luke Sullivan, Ad Veteran and Author of Hey Whipple, Squeeze This

    In this episode we catch up with ad industry veteran and author Luke Sullivan. We discuss his newly released 6th edition of Hey Whipple, Squeeze This: The Classic Guide To Creating Great Ads. We also discuss a wide variety of things including how he got his start in the industry, Kobe Bryant's...

  2. Course 43: Advertising Week 2021 “The New Agency” Panel Discussion featuring Justin Barnette

    In this special edition of the show, we’re resurfacing audio from the “The New Agency'' Advertising Week Cultural Briefing presented by sparks & honey, which took place on October 18th, 2021. The panel features ADcademics host Justin Barnette. The discussion was moderated by Ben Grinspan. Follow...

  3. Course 42: Leah Katz, Managing Director of Business Development for the Americas at FleishmanHillard

    FleishmanHillard’s Leah Katz joins the show to discuss her role as Managing Director, Business Development for the Americas at the St. Louis based Public Relations and Marketing agency. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www. linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette...

  4. Course 41: Cheria Young, Talent Experience Director at Known

    Known’s Cheria Young joins the show to discuss her role as Talent Experience Director at Known Marketing Agency. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on on all social platforms: @justnbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www. linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a...

  5. Course 40: Kyle Douglas Harrison, Sr. Copywriter at Translation, LLC.

    Translation’s Kyle Douglas Harrison joins the show to discuss his role as Sr. Copywriter at the NYC based ad agency and much more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on on all social platforms: @justnbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www. linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette...

  6. Course 39: Jayda Hill, Jr. Brand Planner at Cramer-Krasselt

    Cramer - Krasselt’s Jayda Hill joins the show to discuss her Ad Hustler platform and her new role as Jr. Brand Planner at the Chicago based ad agency. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on on all social platforms: @justnbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www....

  7. Course 38: Anthony Williams, Brand Executive at Wieden + Kennedy

    Anthony Williams, Brand Executive at Wieden+Kennedy Description: Wieden+Kennedy’s Anthony Williams joins the show to discuss his role as Brand Executive at the Portland, OR based ad agency and much more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on on all social platforms:...

  8. Course 37: Ben Grinspan, Cultural Strategy Director at sparks+honey

    sparks & honey’s Ben Grinspan joins the show to discuss his role as Cultural Strategy Director at the NYC based and much more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on on all social platforms: @justnbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www. linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette...

  9. Course 36: Erika Driskell, Executive Assistant at AM PR Group

    AM PR Groups Erika Driskell joins the show to discuss her role as Executive Assistant at the Los Angeles based public relations agency, her past work experience in the hospitality industry, and much more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on on all social platforms:...

  10. Course 35: Troy Gary, Director of Originals Marketing at Starz

    Starz’ Troy Gary joins the show to discuss his role as Director of Originals Marketing at the Los Angeles based network and much more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on on all social platforms: @justnbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www. linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette...

  11. Course 34: In For Equity Black Talent Fireside Chat Presented by In For 13 x sparks & honey

    In this special edition of the show, we’re resurfacing audio from the In For 13 x sparks & honey fireside chat, which took place on May 20th, 2021. The panel features ADcademics host Justin Barnette, Sydni Chustz (founder of Bid/Black), Mel Matos (Sr. Art Director at The Marketing Arm), and…

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  12. Course 33: Monterey Powell, Sales & Marketing Executive at The Coca-Cola Company

    Coca-Cola’s own Monterey Powell joins the show to discuss her role as Sales Marketing Executive based in Las Vegas, NV. She also discusses her past work experiences as well as her education, and much more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms:...

  13. Course 32: Jordan Trevino, Multicultural Strategist at Hearts & Science LA

    Hearts & Science’s own Jordan Blaze Trevino joins the show to discuss his role as a Multicultural Media Strategist at the agency’s Playa Vista, CA. location. He also discusses his experience relocating for work and more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social...

  14. Course 31: Lisa Solomon, CEO/Founder at Atheneum Collective & VP at ThinkLA IDEA Council

    Atheneum Collective’s own Lisa Solomon joins the show to discuss her role as Founder/CEO of the company. She also discusses her illustrious career in advertising over the past couple of decades and more. Visit atheneumcollective.com and enter code POWER20 to receive 20% of any course! You can…

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  15. Course 30: ‘Breaking & Entering Advertising Podcast’ feat. Justin D. Barnette

    In this Extra Credit episode, ADcademics founder & host, Justin D. Barnette, sits down for an interview with the Breaking & Entering Advertising Podcast to discuss his past and current agency roles as well as the ADcademics Podcast and more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin...

  16. Course 29: NiRey Reynolds, Education Manager at The One Club for Creativity

    The One Club for Creativity’s own NiRey Reynolds joins the show to discuss her role as Education Manager at the organizations NYC based HQ. She also discusses useful information and resources that the organization offers and more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all...

  17. Course 28: Chip Peck, Sr. Recruiter at Innocean USA

    Innocean USA’s own Chip Peck joins the show to discuss his role as Senior Recruiter at the agency’s Orange County, CA. location. He also gives tons of great advice to recent grads and job seekers and more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms:...

  18. Course 27: Ranjana Naik, Jr. Copywriter at Fred & Farid NY

    Fred & Farid’s own Ranjana Naik joins the show to discuss her role as Junior Copywriter at the agency’s NYC office. She also discusses her experience at Miami Ad School, past internships, and more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette...

  19. Course 26: Samantha Hawkins, Lead Associate Account Director at The Trade Desk

    The Trade Desk’s own Samantha Hawkins joins the show to discuss her role as Lead Associate Account Director, her past roles with previous employers, the growth of ad tech, and much more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow…

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  20. Course 25: Codey Schimelpfenig, Brand Success Coordinator at Reddit

    In our season 3 kick-off, Reddit’s own Codey Schimelpfenig joins the show to discuss his role as Brand Success Coordinator at the company’s Venice Beach, CA. office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn:...

  21. Course 24: Sara Anhorn, EVP of Talent at Critical Mass (COVID-19 Bonus Episode)

    In this COVID-19 bonus episode, Critical Mass’ Sara Anhorn joins the show to discuss her role as EVP of Talent at their New York, NY office as well as how her agency is responding to the current pandemic. She also offers some great advice to people that have been affected and those that are...

  22. Course 23: Serita Wesley, Writer/Producer at Wieden + Kennedy

    In this episode, Wieden + Kennedy’s Serita Wesley joins the show to discuss her role of Writer & Producer at the company’s Portland, OR office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn:...

  23. Course 22: Brandon Viney, Creative Lead at Google

    In this episode, Google’s Brandon Viney joins the show to discuss his role as Creative Lead at the company's Portland, OR office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette...

  24. Course 21: Laura Small, VP/Director of HR at RPA & HR Instructor at UCLA

    In this episode, RPA & UCLA’s Laura Small joins the show to discuss her role as VP, Director of People at RPA at the company's Santa Monica, CA. office, as well as her role as Instructor at UCLA. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette...

  25. Course 20: Mariajose “MJ” Cuyan, Jr. Art Director at Deutsch LA

    In this episode, Deutsch LA’s Mariajose “MJ” Cuyan joins the show to discuss her role as Jr. Art Director at the company’s Playa Vista, CA office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn:...

  26. Course 19: Kevin Ma, Strategist at BBH New York

    In this episode, BBH New York’s Kevin Ma joins the show to discuss his role as Strategist at the company’s New York, NY office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette…

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  27. Course 18: Apshara Islam, Assistant Account Manager at Goodby Silverstein & Partners

    In this episode, Goody Silverstein, & Partners’s Apshara Islam joins the show to discuss her role as Assistant Account Manager at the company’s San Francisco, CA office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn:...

  28. Course 17: Toni Pringley, Diversity & Inclusion Assistant at Omnicom Media Group

    In this episode, Omnicom Media Group’s Toni Pringley joins the show to discuss her role as Diversity & Inclusion Assistant at the company’s New York, NY office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn:...

  29. Course 16: Maria Rivadeneira, Account Executive at Deutsch NY

    In this episode, Deutsch New York’s Maria Rivadeneira joins the show to discuss her role as Account Executive at the company’s New York City, NY office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn:...

  30. Course 15: Tyler Kirsch, Associate Creative Director at MAL\FOR GOOD

    In this episode, MAL\FOR GOOD’s Tyler Kirsch joins the show to discuss his role as Associate Creative Director at the company's Playa Vista, CA office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn:...

  31. Course 14: Ravyn Manning, Paid Search Supervisor at Saatchi & Saatchi

    In this episode, Saatchi & Saatchi’s Ravyn Manning joins the show to discuss her role as a Paid Search Supervisor at the company's El Segundo, CA office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn:...

  32. Course 13: Rosemarie Sanchez, Director of Media Strategy at PhD & Guest Lecturer at CSUDH

    In this episode, PhD’s Rosemarie Sanchez joins the show to discuss her role as a Director of Strategy at the company's Playa Vista, CA office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn:...

  33. Season 2 Trailer

    ADcademics is returning for a second season January 21st, 2020! ADcademics is a show designed to help current & future advertisers/marketers better understand the ad industry. The show features one-on-one interviews given from a student’s perspective. Interviews focus on learning and discussing…

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  34. Course 12: RPA Summer 2019 Interns

    RPA’s 2019 Summer interns sit down with me to discuss their roles at the company's Santa Monica, CA office. Guests (in order of appearance): • Zena Gittens (Account Management Intern) • Nick Vukasovich (Copywriter Intern) • Aurelie Diaz (Art Director Intern) • Nathan Santiago (Project Management...

  35. Course 11: Julian Green, Copywriter at 72andSunny

    72andSunny’s Julian Green sits down with me to discuss his role as a Writer at the company's Playa Vista, CA office. Julian attended California State University, Dominguez Hills where he majored in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. He previously worked at The Walt Disney...

  36. Course 10: Arya Davachi, Culture Curator at TBWA\Chiat\Day

    TBWA\Chiat\Day’s Arya Davachi sits down with me to discuss his role as a Culture Curator at the company's Playa Vista, CA office. Arya attended New York University where he studied Theatre/Theater. He’s also a writer, event planner, and DJ. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin…

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  37. Course 9: Emily Lechuga, Associate Business Affairs Manager at Conill Advertising

    Conill’s Emily Lechuga sits down with me to discuss her role of Associate Business Affairs manager at the company's El Segundo, CA-based advertising agency. Emily graduated from California State University, Dominguez Hills where she studied PR and Advertising. She previously worked in the dental...

  38. Course 8: Andrew Huynh, Central Agency Analytics Manager at Saatchi & Saatchi

    Saatchi & Saatchi’s Andrew Huynh sits down with me to discuss his role of Central Agency Analytics Manager at the Torrance, CA based advertising agency. Andrew attended UCLA where he majored in Physiology. He’s held previous roles at Sensis, PHD, and Initiative. Follow the show on Instagram:...

  39. Course 7: Olivia Belda, Jr. Project Manager at Ogilvy

    Ogilvy’s Olivia Belda chats with me via Skype to discuss her role of Project Manager/Studio Coordinator at the company's Chicago, IL office. Oliva graduated from Pepperdine University where she majored in Integrated Marketing Communication with a minor in Multimedia Design. Follow the show on...

  40. Course 6: Galina Eydel, Product Coordinator at RPA

    RPA’s Galina Eydel sits down with me to discuss her role of Product Coordinator at the Santa Monica, CA-based advertising agency. Galina graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where she majored in Advertising with a minor in Business & Public Relations. She was also…

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  41. Course 5: J Salas, Business Development Executive at Limitless Creative Co.

    Limitless Creative Co’s J Salas sits down with me to discuss his role of Business Development Executive at the Los Angeles, CA-based company. J attended the Azusa Pacific University where he studied Marketing and played Soccer before playing professionally in Uruguay, Guatemala, Mexico, England,...

  42. Course 4: Alana Gleason, Jr. Strategist at TBWA\Chiat\Day

    TBWA\Chiat\Day’s Alana Gleason sits down with me to discuss her role of Jr. Strategist at the company's Playa Vista, CA office. Alana graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where she majored in Advertising. She also held previous positions at Stevens & Tate Marketing, Daily...

  43. Course 3: Will Potter, Freelance Commercial Prop Master

    Freelance Prop Master Will Potter sits down with me to discuss his unique career. Will has worked national television commercials for brands like Doritos, Nike, Wal-Mart, Palms Hotel, Bear Paint, Sleep Number, Nissan, and more. Will began his career in Atlanta, GA as an ad agency intern. Follow…

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  44. Course 2: Noosh Kumarasinghe, Ad Operations Planner at Saatchi & Saatchi

    Saatchi & Saatchi’s Dhanushka “Noosh” Kumarasinghe sits down with me to discuss his role of Ad Operations Planner at the Torrance, CA-based advertising agency. Noosh attended California State University, Dominguez Hills where he majored in Advertising and Public Relations. He also studied Film…

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  45. Course 1: Intro & Syllabus Review with host Justin D. Barnette

    The ADcademics Podcast = A beginner’s guide to advertising. ADcademics is designed to help future advertisers better understand the ad industry. The show features one-on-one interviews given from a student’s perspective. Interviews focus on learning and discussing the many departments within an...

  46. Season 1 Trailer

    The ADcademics Podcast = A beginner’s guide to advertising. ADcademics is designed to help future advertisers better understand the ad industry. The show features one-on-one interviews given from a student’s perspective. Interviews focus on learning and discussing the many departments within an...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The ADcademics Podcast = A beginner’s guide to advertising.ADcademics is designed to help students, BIPOC, and entry-level talent better understand the ad industry. The show features one-on-one interviews given from a student’s perspective. Interviews focus on learning and discussing the many departments within an agency/company, positions within those departments, advice for job searching, and much more. Guests include current industry professionals employed at some of the top agencies around. Interviewees offer first-hand advice and tell real-life stories about their experience transitioning from college into the advertising/marketing industry.The show is hosted by ad agency intern and recent university graduate, Justin D. Barnette.Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnetteInterested in being a guest on the show? Email [email protected]

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