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What's Orange?

“What’s Orange?” is a podcast dedicated to exploring the intuitive, human side of branding. It’s an unexpected, freeform angle for marketing, strategy and design professionals looking for something genuine to laugh about or connect with in a data-focused world.The name “What’s Orange?” invites questions and serves as a metaphor for exploring and understanding less obvious, offbeat, and more nuanced elements that make brands resonate, connect, and foster loyalty.

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    EP59 - "A logo is like a haiku."

    Greg Daake joins the show to talk about the how is formed, the components that make it up, and how it can start to drift over time.

  2. 58

    EP58 - "There's enough pie for everyone."

    Greg Daake joins the show to talk about purpose-built brands, their ability to project confidence, and to outgrow comparison.

  3. 57

    EP57 - "The logo is your doorbell."

    Greg Daake joins the show to talk about the logo's place in a rebrand and all of the strategic work that it represents.

  4. 56

    EP56 - "There's magic in the branding."

    Greg Daake joins to discuss magicians and the magic of working with brands to find the most authentic way to express themselves.

  5. 55

    EP55 - "Branding is kinda like karaoke."

    "Greg Daake joins the show to discuss what it means to be authentic, whether that’s belting out classic rock or expressing your brand personality."

  6. 54

    EP54 - “Conquering the fear of dreaming.”

    “Greg Daake joins the show to discuss what it takes for brand leadership to take big bold leaps and follow through.”

  7. 53

    EP53 - "In a world of brands and branding."

    "Greg Daake joins the show to discuss how assembling a movie trailer mirrors the art of brand building."

  8. 52

    EP52 - "w/ Tammy Williams"

    We're honored to welcome to the podcast Tammy Williams, Creative Director of FNBO. Listen in as Greg Daake and guest host Max Mentzer talk with Tammy about her philosophies on brand building, storytelling, and the principles that have made her and the bank successful.

  9. 51

    EP51 - "w/ Dr. Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D."

    We're honored to welcome Dr. Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., president of the University of Nebraska system and former chancellor of the University of Nebraska Medical Center, to the show. Listen in as Greg Daake and Dr. Gold reflect on the process and impact of the UNMC rebrand ten years later.

  10. 50

    EP50 - "w/ Marty Neumeier"

    In a very special 50th episode, author, designer, and brand adviser Marty Neumeier joins Greg Daake to discuss the importance of prioritizing modesty over posturing.

  11. 49

    EP49 - "Branding is like marmalade."

    "Greg Daake joins the show to discuss the specialized nature of branding and the recipe for doing it the right way."

  12. 48

    EP48 - "The alchemy of branding."

    "Greg Daake joins the show to discuss the magic mixture of talent, experience and intuition that go in to creating great work."

  13. 47

    EP47 - "Are you bonsai branding?"

    Greg Daake joins the show to discuss the time, attention, and vision that goes into creating and maintaining a successful brand.

  14. 46

    EP46 - "Strike up the band."

    Greg Daake joins the show to discuss balancing strong leadership with collaboration. 

  15. 45

    EP45 - "What's your brand perception?"

    Greg Daake joins the show this month to discuss how brand sentiment is formed and how it can be addressed. 

  16. 44

    EP44 - “You say you want a resolution.”

    Greg Daake joins the show to offer some New Year's resolutions for brands still needing a good one.

  17. 43

    EP43 - "Hey grasshopper, brand this."

    Greg Daake joins the show to talk Kung fu and the keys to finding your creative flow.

  18. 42

    EP42 - "In the year 3000."

    Greg Daake joins the show to discuss the future of advertising and branding in the next decade and beyond.

  19. 41

    EP41 - "Anyone hearing that weird feedback?"

    Greg Daake joins the show to discuss the best way to give feedback and respond to it.

  20. 40

    EP40 - "Can improv help you improve?"

    Greg Daake joins the show to discuss where the fundamentals of branding and improvisation overlap.

  21. 39

    EP39 - "Brands are always listening."

    Greg Daake joins the show to talk about the importance of listening to customers and the conversation around your brand.

  22. 38

    EP38 - "So, what’s your story?"

    Greg Daake joins the show to discuss the importance of having a brand story and the effectiveness of wormholes.

  23. 37

    EP37 - "Is your brand ready for a swoosh?"

    Greg Daake joins the show to discuss good and bad reasons to take on a rebrand.

  24. 36

    EP36 - "The Genuine Article."

    Greg Daake joins the show to talk about the importance of being genuine as a brand.

  25. 35

    EP35 - "I say, I say it's about benefits, not features."

    Greg Daake joins the show to talk about the impact of empathy in branding and our interactions. He also offers up a new Looney Tunes impression.

  26. 34

    EP34 - "I, for one, welcome our Chatbot overlords."

    Greg Daake joins the show to talk through the impact of A.I. on creativity and our daily lives.

  27. 33

    EP33 - "It's like making a classic pound cake."

    Smithy and Greg look ahead to 2023 and back at the other topics discussed in 2022, including branding, culture and....potpourri.

  28. 32

    EP32 - "The lead singer doesn't do it alone."

    Greg Daake joins the show to discuss the importance of band and brand leadership and getting input from all levels of the organization.

  29. 31

    EP31 - "It's called gratitude."

    Greg Daake joins the show to tolerate a few jokes and to remind us all about the gifts of being grateful year-round.

  30. 30

    EP30 - "Brands are like the head of a giraffe."

    Greg Daake joins the show to break down the components of a brand that people see and those beneath the surface. 

  31. 29

    EP29 - "Archetypes & Artichokes"

    Greg Daake joins the show to answer some trivia and explain how classic Jungian archetypes can be used during a brand audit.

  32. 28

    EP28 - "Betwixt agency and client."

    Greg Daake joins the show to talk candy bars and cohesion between agencies and clients.

  33. 27

    EP27 - "REM cycles and brand cycles."

    Greg Daake joins the show to talk about how rebranding can help spark curiosity.

  34. 26

    EP26 - "Brands burrow in our brains."

    Greg Daake rejoins the show to talk about the impact that brands have on our life.

  35. 25

    EP25 - "Websites are like dune buggies."

    Rob Heggen joins the show to talk about the impact and process of creating a custom website.

  36. 24

    EP24 - "Are you gonna go my way?"

    Greg Daake joins the show to talk more about the importance of a brand story and less about Lenny Kravitz.

  37. 23

    EP23 - "Brands: Beyond worms. More than a logo."

    Greg Daake joins the show to explain the elements of a brand that go beyond the logo.

  38. 22

    EP22 - "Sometimes, you must swim in soup."

    Greg Daake joins the show to talk soup and the importance of asserting control over your brand's fortunes.

  39. 21

    EP21 - More than meets the eye.

    Greg Daake joins the second show of the year to talk through face tattoos and the true meaning of the word “brand.”

  40. 20

    EP20 - "Dressed for reinvention."

    Greg Daake joins the first show of the year to talk through the feeling of renewal in the air and how we can capitalize on it. NOTE: Smithy wears a shirt throughout.

  41. 19

    EP19 - "Our First Holiday Episode.

    Greg Daake helps close 2020 with a discussion about renewal and the fight against cynicism. There's also some choice Egg Nog tips inside.

  42. 18

    EP18 - "Cheese Demons & Brand Visions."

    Greg Daake joins the show to discuss how to best approach brand purpose, vision, and mission. We also discuss something called Cheese Demon. 

  43. 17

    EP17 - "Talking Turkey."

    Greg Daake returns to the show to discuss the pitfalls of brand extension and its relation to this big giant old bird we all eat around the holidays. 

  44. 16

    EP16 - "The brave, authentic little toaster."

    Lisa Healy, Senior Brand Strategist at Daake, joins the show to help us all avoid MLMs and to talk about the effect of honesty and authenticity in a company's culture and branding.

  45. 15

    EP15 - "Some things never go out of style."

    Dave Webster, Emeritus-Emeritus at Daake, joins the show to talk about communication constants and wild tales of extinct hairstyles.

  46. 14

    EP14 - "If Teds could talk."

    Greg Daake returns to the show to discuss the value of a brand purpose when it comes to brainstorming new ideas and directions. Listen in and subscribe! 

  47. 13

    EP13 - "The Like/Dislike Monster."

    Greg Daake returns to the show to discuss the pitfalls of snap judgments and the importance of being open to new ideas. Listen in and subscribe! 

  48. 12

    EP12 - "When are the eggs gonna hatch?"

    Greg Daake is back on the show to discuss pivotal moments and knowing when to make the big brand change and when to pivot. Note: Creed was a late-90s, post-grunge rock band. 

  49. 11

    EP11 - "Warriors and long-time listeners."

    Steven Valish, a Senior Design Director at Daake, joins the show to talk about the importance of athletic branding and Daake's approach to each project. And after some begging he endorses the show!

  50. 10

    EP10 - "It's mostly about flags."

    Katie Divine Turner, a Senior Design Director at Daake, joins the show to talk about how design can help people move forward and bring them together. But yeah, it's mostly about flags.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

“What’s Orange?” is a podcast dedicated to exploring the intuitive, human side of branding. It’s an unexpected, freeform angle for marketing, strategy and design professionals looking for something genuine to laugh about or connect with in a data-focused world.The name “What’s Orange?” invites questions and serves as a metaphor for exploring and understanding less obvious, offbeat, and more nuanced elements that make brands resonate, connect, and foster loyalty.

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“What’s Orange?” is a podcast dedicated to exploring the intuitive, human side of branding. It’s an unexpected, freeform angle for marketing, strategy and design professionals looking for something genuine to laugh about or connect with in a data-focused world.The name “What’s Orange?” invites...

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What's Orange? is created and hosted by Daake.
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