This Old Marketing

The final episode of This Old Marketing includes answering listener questions on the future of content marketing, Joe and Robert asking each other their own questions, and a few other surprises along the way. 

It's been an amazing ride.  Thank you for making it possible.

#ThisOldMarketing

Direct download: 17-12-11-Finale.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 8:00pm EDT

In this final regular episode of This Old Marketing, Robert and Joe discuss which company will buy Fox, and whether Apple will ever buy Disney. Something is increasingly disturbing about web content, while media companies rush into the agency services business.  Rants and raves include net neutrality and audio content. The final TOM example: This Old Marketing.

This week's story links:

QUICK HITS

Why Comcast Verizon and Disney Should And Shouldn’t Try to Acquire Fox
http://www.adweek.com/tv-video/why-comcast-verizon-and-disney-should-and-shouldnt-try-to-acquire-fox/

IN DEPTH

Holiday Cards and House Ads - The Role of Publishers Content Studios Is Ever Expanding
https://digiday.com/media/holiday-cards-house-ads-role-publishers-content-studios-ever-expanding/

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RANTS AND RAVES

https://medium.com/the-mission/the-best-sales-pitch-ive-seen-all-year-7fa92afaa248
Direct download: 17-11-19-Episode-210.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 5:00pm EDT

In this episode of #ThisOldMarketing, Robert and Joe unpack the latest content marketing spending research and whether or not we can actually believe it. Marketing predictions are back again, while the boys discuss the success or failure of Casper's content brand Van Winkle's. Rants and raves include building an audience, Snapchat, and the art of questioning. This week's TOM example: Maxwell House Haggadah.

This week's story links:

QUICK HITS

Content Marketing Industry Will Be Worth $412 Billion Following a Four Year Growth Spurt
http://www.thedrum.com/news/2017/11/06/content-marketing-industry-be-worth-412bn-2021-following-four-year-growth-spurt?


2018 Marketing Predictions From The C-Suite
https://www.forbes.com/sites/kimberlywhitler/2017/11/01/2018-marketing-predictions-from-the-c-suite/#16806e0e4c91


IN DEPTH

Mattress Company Shutters Web Publication Pivots To Print
https://www.wsj.com/articles/mattress-company-shutters-web-publication-pivots-to-print-1510057802
 
Direct download: 17-11-13-Episode-209.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 5:00pm EDT

In this episode, Joe and Robert discuss the recent reader revenue moves from both CNN and the Guardian, while Facebook may or may not have anything to fear from ad blockers. In other news, the boys discuss whether content marketing is in crisis...or perhaps...we see its biggest opportunity to come. Rants and raves include more audience building and whether the flight to video could actually be a bad thing for some publishers. This week's TOM example: Electric Boat Company.

This week's story links:


Guardian Says Money From Readers Has Overtaken Advertising As It Boasts 500,000 Paying Supporters and Subscribers
http://www.pressgazette.co.uk/guardian-says-money-from-readers-has-overtaken-advertising-as-it-boasts-500000-paying-supporters-and-subscribers/

Ad Blocker’s Successful Siege on Facebook Enters the Second Month
http://adage.com/article/digital/blockrace-adblock/311103/

SHOW SPONSOR - STORYBLOCKS

Go to http://storyblocks.com/cmi to get all the stock images, video, and audio you can imagine for $149. 

RANTS AND RAVES

https://digiday.com/marketing/giving-business-away-consultants-agencies-brace-new-competition/
 
 

TOM
John Holland"...(father of US submarines) founded the Electric Boat Company in 1899 to build submarines. After Holland's death in 1914, EB reorganized and the name was changed to Submarine Boat Corporation around 1915."
 
Direct download: 17-11-05-Episode-208.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 5:00pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe makes a big announcement about his future and the future of the podcast, while the future of advertising isn't quite settled. LinkedIn has a huge opportunity with original content but might not take it and the latest blogging research says that longer posts are better. Rants and raves include the power of audience and another Mumbrella post. This week's TOM example: Lloyd's List.

QUICK HITS  
 

IN DEPTH

Orbit Media Releases Their 4th Annual Blogging Statistics

Facebook Testing Subscriptions In Support of Instant Articles
https://media.fb.com/2017/10/19/testing-subscriptions-support-in-instant-articles/

SHOW SPONSOR - STORYBLOCKS
Direct download: 17-10-29-Episode-207.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 1:26pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert discuss the new initiative from three marketing associations that put the blame for bad online advertising directly on the shoulders of publishers (excuse me). In other news, media companies still rank first for loyalty, but these aren't the media companies you were looking for. Rants and raves include Nielsen's bid at measuring Netflix and one-hit wonders and what we can learn from them. This week's TOM: Polyface Farms.

This week's story links:

Content Marketing Master Classes at https://www.contentmarketingconf.com/

Any listener that tweets using #thisoldmarketing now through October 28 will be entered into a drawing to win an annual Ahrefs account plus a signed copy of Joe and Robert’s new book, Killing Marketing

QUICK HITS

Who are 2017’s Top Brands Ranked by Customer Loyalty
http://www.marketingcharts.com/brand-related/top-brands-80670

Publishers May Have To Volunteer To Fight Against Annoying Ads
http://adage.com/article/digital/trade-body-letter-suggests-pubs-volunteer/310958/

IN DEPTH

SHOW SPONSOR - SNAPAPP
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RANTS AND RAVES

https://techcrunch.com/2017/10/18/nielsen-will-now-measure-tv-audiences-on-netflix/
 
 
TOM - Polyface Farms
Direct download: 17-10-23-Episode-206.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:17pm EDT

In this episode, Joe and Robert discuss the Brandwatch/Buzzsumo acquisition, while Snapchat adds location-based services. Mercedes launches their own "killing marketing" model for their integrated content brands, and there is one article format that rises above them all. Rants and raves include a new marketing model and transparency. This week's TOM: Alcoa.

This week's story links:

Content Marketing World videos at http://cmi.media/video17 

Content Marketing Master Classes at https://www.contentmarketingconf.com/

QUICK HITS

Social Media Monitor Brandwatch Acquires Content Marketing Platform BuzzSumo
https://techcrunch.com/2017/10/10/social-media-monitor-brandwatch-acquires-content-marketing-platform-buzzsumo/

Snapchat will now show you more info about the cool places your friends are visiting
https://www.recode.net/2017/10/10/16450562/snapchat-location-advertisers

IN DEPTH

Content marketing: Mercedes is marketing
iQ media's looping content

https://www.wuv.de/marketing/mercedes_laesst_looping_inhalte_von_iq_media_vermarkten

The Simple Article Format That Draws A Bigger Audiences
http://contentmarketinginstitute.com/2017/10/content-creators-article-format/

SHOW SPONSOR - SNAPAPP
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Direct download: 17-10-15-Episode-205.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:00pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert discuss Google's olive branch to publishers and why it may not mean what we think it means. Amazon gets into the advertising business, while Blue Apron doubles down on podcasting. Rants and raves include Lloyds Bank doubling down on content marketing and Amazon reminds us that we need to reflect on our business models.  This week's TOM example: The Points Guy.

This week's story links:

Content Marketing World videos at http://cmi.media/video17 

Content Marketing Master Classes at https://www.contentmarketingconf.com/

Any listener that tweets using #thisoldmarketing now through October 28 will be entered into a drawing to win an annual Ahrefs account plus a signed copy of Joe and Robert’s new book, Killing Marketing

NEWS
 

IN DEPTH

Blue Apron Launches New Branded Podcast - Why We Eat What We Eat
https://www.fastcompany.com/40476600/blue-apron-launches-new-branded-podcast-why-we-eat-what-we-eat

SHOW SPONSOR - SNAPAPP
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RANTS AND RAVES

Direct download: 17-10-09-Episode-204.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:00pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing the boys discuss the week that was Advertising Week. Google and Amazon begin the war to end all wars, while Twitter is wasting everyone's time going to 280 characters.  Rants and raves include Time's new membership model and Nielsen ratings. This week's TOM example: Chagrin Falls Film Festival.

This week's story links:

Content Marketing World videos at http://cmi.media/video17 

Content Marketing Master Classes at https://www.contentmarketingconf.com/

Any listener that tweets using #thisoldmarketing now through October 28 will be entered into a drawing to win an annual Ahrefs account plus a signed copy of Joe and Robert’s new book, Killing Marketing

QUICK HITS  
 
 
 
DEEP COVERAGE

Research Reveals The Habits of Content Marketers
http://contentmarketinginstitute.com/2017/09/research-habits-content-marketers/
 
 
SHOW SPONSOR - SNAPAPP
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RANTS AND RAVES
https://www.wsj.com/articles/google-offers-hand-to-news-publishers-1506916861

THIS OLD MARKETING - Chagrin Falls Film Festival

http://www.cleveland.com/entertainment/index.ssf/2017/10/chagrin_documentary_film_festi_1.html

 

 

Direct download: 17-10-02-Episode-203.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 7:03pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Google buys HTC, talent is drying up in advertising, and the Mayo Clinic figures out how to dominate Alexa's voice search results. Rants and raves include predictive analytics and this week's This Old Marketing example is full of Fluff.

This week's story links:

SPONSOR: AHrefs

Any listener that tweets using #thisoldmarketing between the dates of September 30 through October 28 will be entered into a drawing to win an annual Ahrefs account plus a signed copy of Joe and Robert’s new book, Killing Marketing. One randomly selected participant will be drawn each week; four winners in total.


ANA Warns of Talent Crisis As Industry Struggles to Appeal To College Graduates
http://www.adweek.com/agencies/ana-warns-of-talent-crisis-as-industry-struggles-to-appeal-to-college-grads/

DEEP COVERAGE

Mayo Clinic Offers First Aid Assistance On Amazon Alexa
H/T W. Jeffrey Rice @WJeffreyR
http://www.beckershospitalreview.com/artificial-intelligence/mayo-clinic-offers-first-aid-assistance-on-amazon-s-alexa.html

EPISODE SPONSOR: SNAPAPP
Direct download: 17-09-25-Episode-202.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:30pm EDT

In this episode of #ThisOldMarketing, Joe and Robert discuss Apple's new browser settings that have the advertising associations crying wolf. Google kills their "first click free" setting for all pay walls and Rolling Stone gets put up for sale. Rants and raves include the fall of bundled television and the Ohio Lottery. This week's TOM example: Fearless Girl.

OPENING SPONSOR - WIDEN and the Creative Workflow Workbook. Download at http://cmi.media/pnr201b

QUICK HITS
 

Google Offers Olive Branch To Publishers By Relaxing Policy On Subscription Sites
https://www.wsj.com/articles/google-offers-olive-branch-to-publishers-by-relaxing-policy-on-subscription-sites-1505259211
 
Rolling Stone Put Up for Sale
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/09/17/business/rolling-stone-magazine-sale.html
 
Direct download: 17-09-18-Episode-201.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 7:42pm EDT

A very special 200th anniversary show featuring some clips from the past and how the show made it this far (we really can't believe it). After a walk down memory lane, Joe and Robert focus on the orange week that was Content Marketing World and all the joyful festivities on audience building. In other news, the boys review the latest CMO trend findings while Facebook begins a billion-dollar push into original content.  Rants and raves include Facebook metrics, Equifax and M&A is getting real. This week's TOM example: The Rock Island Line.

OPENING SPONSOR - WIDEN and the Creative Workflow Workbook. Download at http://cmi.media/pnr200b

This week's story links:

DEEP COVERAGE

The CMO Survey Is Out
https://cmosurvey.org/results/august-2017/

SHOW SPONSOR
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RANTS AND RAVES

6. TOM - The Rock Island Line

Thank you to all our listeners for making #200 so special!

Direct download: 17-09-11-Episode-200.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:00pm EDT

In this pre-Content Marketing World episode, Joe and Robert discuss the possibility of Google buying Marketo, and why the big money will continue to go to Marketing Tech (and away from Advertising Tech). Trade Desk tries to fight the ad fraud battle, and the boys believe this is one big waste of time. Rants and raves include Rob Scallon and Taylor Swift. This week's TOM example: Warsaw, Indiana.

OPENING SPONSOR - WIDEN and the Creative Workflow Workbook. Download at http://cmi.media/pnr199b

QUICK HITS

Is Google Getting Ready To Buy Marketo

http://marketingland.com/google-getting-ready-buy-marketo-222663

Trade Desk Responds To P&G’s Pritchard’s Call For Action
http://adage.com/article/digital/trade-desk-responds-p-g-s-pritchard-s-call-action/310305/

IN DEPTH NEWS

Fire Writers Make Videos Is Latest Web Recipe For Publishers
http://adage.com/article/digital/fire-writers-make-videos-latest-web-recipe-publishers/310280/

SHOW SPONSOR
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RANTS AND RAVES
https://www.youtube.com/user/robs70986987
https://orthoworxindiana.com/about-us/
Direct download: 17-09-01-Episode-199.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:00pm EDT

In this episode of #ThisOldMarketing, Joe and Robert discuss the latest quarterly results from WPP and how the slowing of advertising could mark something more than a cyclical blip. Add to that, Google begins to reimburse clients and agencies for ad fraud...but is it enough? The Washington Post adds artificial intelligence to native and Goop gets leveled by Truth in Advertising. Rants and raves include Australia (yes, the entire continent) and U-Haul Trucks. This week's TOM example - CTO Advisor. 

This week's story links:

Opening Sponsor

WIDEN and the Creative Workflow Workbook. Download at http://cmi.media/pnr198b

QUICK HITS

WPP Sounds a Warning Signal on Consumer-Ad Spending; Shares Sink
https://www.wsj.com/articles/wpp-lowers-growth-forecast-as-advertisers-cut-spending-1503474230

Google Issuing Refunds to Advertisers Over Fake Traffic, Plans New Safeguard
https://www.wsj.com/articles/google-issuing-refunds-to-advertisers-over-fake-traffic-plans-new-safeguard-1503675395

Washington Post Brings Artificial intelligence To Its Native Ads
https://digiday.com/media/washington-post-brings-artificial-intelligence-native-ads/
 
IN DEPTH NEWS

The Engagement Gap: How B2B and B2C Firms Are Missing The Mark
https://www.marketingprofs.com/charts/2017/32661/the-engagement-gap-how-b2b-and-b2c-firms-are-missing-the-mark

Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop Just Got Slammed For Deceptive Advertising
https://www.buzzfeed.com/stephaniemlee/gwyneth-paltrows-goop-just-got-slammed-for-deceptive
 
SHOW SPONSOR
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THIS OLD MARKETING - THE CTO ADVISOR

 
Direct download: 17-08-28-Episode-198.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:47pm EDT

This week, Joe and Robert cover Apple's $1 billion dollar investment in original content...plus the rise and fall of fidget spinners and newsjackers on the eclipse. Is Facebook failing (or is the research behind it?) and do publishers realize how much their business model is actually changing?  Rants and raves include Zillow's book on real estate and Harvard Business Review. This week's TOM example: AAHA Magazine.

This week's links:

QUICK HITS

Apple To Spend $1Billion On original TV Shows For Its Streaming Platform
https://techdigg.com/2017/08/16/apple-to-spend-1-billion-on-original-tv-shows-for-its-streaming-platform/


IN DEPTH NEWS

Takeaways from the Yale Publishing Course: Publishers Embrace the Flight to Quality
http://www.pubexec.com/post/takeaways-yale-publishing-course-publishers-embrace-flight-quality/


SHOW SPONSOR - SMARTLING
 
Direct download: 17-08-21-Episode-197.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 5:59pm EDT

In this episode, Facebook launches YouTube competitor Watch, while Netflix begins a buying spree for content brands. Disney pulls its content from Netflix and Google may possibly still buy Snap. In other news, Quartz has figured out how to deliver real results for branded content and email subscription has never been more important.  Rants and raves include Deadpool and Time Inc. This week's TOM example: J. Walter Thompson.

This week's story links:


Netflix Gets Into The Comic Book Business By Acquiring Millarworld
 

Disney Will Pull Its Movies from Netflix and Start It’s own Streaming Service
https://www.cnbc.com/2017/08/08/disney-will-pull-its-movies-from-netflix-and-start-its-own-streaming-services.html

Google Reportedly Offered 30 Billion To Acquire Snapchat
https://techcrunch.com/2017/08/03/google-buy-snap/
 

IN DEPTH NEWS

How Quartz Achieved a 90% Renewal Rate On Branded Content
https://digiday.com/media/quartz-achieved-90-percent-renewal-rate-branded-content/

Turning Audience Development Into A Profit Machine
http://www.pubexec.com/post/turn-audience-development-profit-machine/

SHOW SPONSOR - SMARTLING
Direct download: 17-08-14-Episode-196.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:00pm EDT

In the news this week: Apple hits record earnings, Google launches new SnapChat-like ad format, and AI bots begin to create their own language. Detailed analysis includes the marketing opportunity behind long-form content, while Hasbro's deal with Lions Gate goes south.  Rants and raves include Stranger Things and the Facebook/Google duopoly.  This week's This Old Marketing example: TheStreet.com and Jim Cramer.

Story links:

QUICK HITS


Apple Soars After Resilient iPhone Demand
http://adage.com/article/digital/apple-soars-record-signaling-resilient-iphone-demand/310001/

Google Is Developing Tech for SnapChat Like Media Content
https://www.wsj.com/articles/google-is-developing-technology-for-snapchat-like-media-content-1501868688


Researchers Shut Down AI After It Develops Its Own Language

IN DEPTH NEWS

Long Form Content Boosts Engagement But Can Publishers Do it Right
http://www.pubexec.com/post/long-form-content-boosts-engagement-can-publishers-right/
 
SPONSOR - SMARTLING
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Direct download: 17-08-07-Episode-195.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:00pm EDT

In this new-look episode, Joe and Robert cover Lauren Jobs and her purchase of The Atlantic, Facebook's earnings release and what P&G did with $140 million dollars in marketing. The boys then go in-depth on how Hearst is experimenting with ecommerce and why Buzzfeed is launching a skillet for sale.  Rants and raves include media buying and a content marketing swindle.  This week's TOM: General Electric.

This week's story links:


Facebook Earnings - What Marketers Should Note From Facebook’s Second Quarter Earnings
https://www.wsj.com/articles/what-marketers-should-note-from-facebooks-second-quarter-earnings-1501109733

P&G Slashes Digital Ads by 140 Million over Brand Safety.  Sales Rise Anyway.
http://adage.com/article/cmo-strategy/p-g-slashe/309936/

IN-DEPTH NEWS

Hearst Is Experimenting In Commerce And Content
https://digiday.com/media/hearst-experimenting-commerce-content/

SHOW SPONSOR - SMARTLING
 
THIS OLD MARKETING
General Electric and Comic books in the 50’s
http://digital.bnpmedia.com/publication/?i=387902&article_id=2722384&view=articleBrowser&ver=html5#%7B%22issue_id%22:387902,%22view%22:%22articleBrowser%22,%22article_id%22:%222722384%22%7D
Direct download: 17-07-31-Episode-194.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 8:23pm EDT

The boys take aim at Amazon's new social platform Spark (thumbs down), Google's news feed (thumbs up) and Facebook's addition of branded sub-groups (jury's still out). Rants and raves include building something instead of measuring, and the craze to focus on technology over strategy.  This week's This Old Marketing example: Emily McDowell Cards.

This week's story links:


Facebook Is Now Letting Brands and Media Companies Create Their Own Groups Within Pages
 
SHOW SPONSOR - SMARTLING
Direct download: 17-07-24-Episode-193.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 7:00pm EDT

Joe and Robert cover why a number of publishers are cutting their own advertising and how Fender is taking a page from "Killing Marketing" and developing their own guitar lessons. Joe cuts in early for a rant about Gary V's latest post and why it's bad advice for marketers. Robert then rants about programmatic and raves about Deloitte. This week's TOM example: UBS.

This week's story links:


Fender Strums Up Demand With Guitar Lessons
http://brandchannel.com/2017/07/10/fender-play-071017/

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THIS OLD MARKETING - UBS

https://www.unlimited.world/
https://www.marketingweek.com/2017/07/11/reaching-purpose-driven-millionaires/

Direct download: 17-07-17-Episode-192.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 9:00pm EDT

It's a miracle! In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert actually arrive at a probable solution to Facebook's fake news problem. If only Mr. Zuckerberg were listening.  In other news, the boys discuss research around artificial intelligence and marketing, and how everyone thinks they know but they really don't know.  Rants and raves include agency changes and more AI. This week's TOM example: The US Postal Service.

This week's story links:

Facebook found a new way to identify spam and false news articles in your News Feed
https://www.recode.net/2017/6/30/15896544/facebook-fake-news-feed-algorithm-update-spam
 

Content Marketers Increasingly Looking to AI To Supplement Marketing Needs
http://www.thedrum.com/news/2017/07/06/content-marketers-increasingly-looking-ai-supplement-marketing-needs
and
 
Most Publishers are Lousy At Audience Development - Here’s Why
http://www.pubexec.com/post/publishers-lousy-audience-development-heres/


SPONSOR - CONTENT MARKETING WORLD
Go to http://contentmarketingworld.com and register by July 21st.

RANTS AND RAVES

https://hbr.org/2017/07/the-trouble-with-cmos?mod=djemCMOToday
 
Direct download: 17-07-07-Episode-191.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:00pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert discuss the state of digital advertising based on multiple reactions from the Cannes Advertising Awards in France. In other news, yet another article discusses loathing the term content marketing. Needless to say, Joe and Robert have staunch opinions on the matter.  Rants and raves include CPA Australia and why content creators are crazy. This week's This Old Marketing: Botticelli. 

This week's story links:


The New York Times CEO on state of digital advertising: ‘Nightmarish joke’
https://digiday.com/media/new-york-times-ceo-state-digital-advertising-nightmarish-joke/

SPONSOR - CONTENT MARKETING WORLD
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THIS OLD MARKETING - BOTTICELLI

 

Direct download: 17-07-03-Episode-190.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 5:30pm EDT

In this very special episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert detail how they write, manage their day, search for content ideas, create PowerPoint presentations and much more. The boys also include some predictions for the last part of the year, (including a SnapChat explosion at Cannes) as well as a TOM from Kawasaki.

This week's show links:

SPONSOR - GoToWebinar and their eBook "Why Webinars Help Marketers Win: Start Rocking Your Lead Gen with Webinars". Download it now at http://cmi.media/pnr189

TOM - Kawasaki and Good Times magazine
https://rideapart.com/articles/recalling-kawasakis-good-times-magazine

 

Direct download: 17-06-26-Episode-189.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 9:10pm EDT

This Old Marketing this week includes an overview of the NerdWallet model, and how they went from zero to over $500 million in revenues through a content-first approach. The New York Times is killing it with email newsletters, while the new marketing opportunities are on retention and loyalty.  Rants and raves include net neutrality and YouTube's ad crisis.  This week's TOM example: Mobil.

This week's story links:

Top of the Show Sponsor: VideoBlocks/AudioBlocks Bundle Package for $149 - http://cmi.media/pnr188b

How NerdWallet Went To a $520 Million Company Using Content
 
The New York Times Now Has 13 Million Subscribers to 50 Email Newsletters
 
 
Trust Marketing in the Fake News Era
 
SHOW SPONSOR - GOTOWEBINAR
Download the eBook - "Why Webinars Help Marketers Win:Start Rocking Your Lead Gen with Webinars" http://cmi.media/pnr188a
 
RANTS AND RAVES
 
 
THIS OLD MARKETING - Mobil

 

Direct download: 17-06-18-Episode-188.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 5:30pm EDT

Some see Google's ad-blocking plan as a pure goodness for those who want a better digital experience. Others see this as a long-term plan that keeps Google's monopoly in place. Discuss... In other news, Anheuser-Busch buys an online community and the craft brewing industry goes crazy. Rants and raves include authenticity and licensing revenue. This week's TOM example: McKinsey Quarterly.

This week's story links:

Top of the Show Sponsor: VideoBlocks/AudioBlocks Bundle Package for $149 - http://cmi.media/pnr187b

Direct download: 17-06-11-Episode-187.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 5:30pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert dissect Mary Meeker's Annual Internet Trends report...and guess what? It actually mentions content marketing this year. Woo hoo! In other news, Amazon, Netflix and Google continue to gobble up content opportunities. Rants and raves include no wasted opportunities. This week's TOM example: Land Rover.

This week's show links:

Top of the Show Sponsor: VideoBlocks/AudioBlocks Bundle Package for $149 - http://cmi.media/pnr186b


With a Big Amazon Streaming Deal, Berkeley’s Journalism Program Is Building A Revenue Stream
http://www.niemanlab.org/2017/05/with-a-big-amazon-streaming-deal-berkeleys-journalism-program-is-building-a-new-revenue-stream/
 
SHOW SPONSOR - GOTOWEBINAR
Download the eBook - "Why Webinars Help Marketers Win:Start Rocking Your Lead Gen with Webinars" http://cmi.media/pnr186a

RANTS AND RAVES
Direct download: 17-06-04-Episode-186.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 5:30pm EDT

Joe and Robert review the top US Media Trends, which include local newspapers, the future of television, and how Facebook is just getting started. In other news, Edison Research finds that Facebook is indeed dominating the smartphone, while there still might be opportunities in podcasting.  Rants and raves include last-click attribution and Walkers Crisps. This week's TOM example: Williams Sonoma.

This week's story links:

Top of the Show Sponsor: VideoBlocks/AudioBlocks Bundle Package for $149 - http://cmi.media/pnr185b

5 US Media Trends To Keep An Eye On
https://www.themediabriefing.com/article/five-u-s-media-trends-to-keep-an-eye-on

Edison Research Releases Social Sharing In The Mobile World Report
http://www.edisonresearch.com/social-sharing-mobile-world/


EPISODE SPONSOR - BRIGHTCOVE
 
 
Direct download: 17-05-28-Episode-185.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 5:30pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert discuss why (and if) corporate storytelling is fading and, if so, what are the solutions. The publisher is still a critical position and Conde Naste launches eCommerce boxes. Rants and raves include McDonald's and Daddy hair care.  This week's TOM example: Jan van der Heijden.

This week's story links:

 
Don’t Get Rid Of The Publisher Position Just Yet
https://digiday.com/media/opinion-dont-get-rid-publisher-position-just-yet/
 
Conde Naste Sees Commerce Opportunity With Branded Subscription Boxes
https://digiday.com/media/conde-nast-sees-commerce-opportunities-branded-subscription-boxes/

SHOW SPONSOR - BRIGHTCOVE
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This Old Marketing - Jan van der Heijden
Direct download: 17-05-22-Episode-184.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 5:17pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert discuss the latest financial report from Snapchat and how Snap needs to focus on their targeted audience and revenue per user. Then, in a Gartner article, the boys discuss that inside the next decade, content marketing will be so embedded into marketing that it will lose its name. Rants and raves include Wendy's chicken nuggets and the Vivendi/Havas merger. This week's TOM example: United Feature Syndicate.

This week's story links:

Snap Is Losing Twice As Much Money This Year As Last
https://www.theverge.com/2017/5/10/15610094/snap-snapchat-q1-2017-earnings-report-stock-plummets

Marketing Content or Content Marketing
http://blogs.gartner.com/kirsten-newbold-knipp/2017/04/26/marketing-content-content-marketing/

The CMO Role Is Shifting in 2017
http://www.marketingdive.com/news/the-cmo-role-is-shifting-in-2017/441923/

SHOW SPONSOR - BRIGHTCOVE

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RANTS AND RAVES

http://www.marketingdive.com/news/why-consultancies-arent-upending-the-agency-client-model-just-yet/441298/

http://www.thedrum.com/news/2017/05/12/vivendi-havas-merger-will-conflict-interest-concerns-plague-the-deal

http://www.marketingdive.com/news/wendys-fan-shatters-twitter-record-in-quest-for-chicken-nuggets/442373/

https://www.themediabriefing.com/article/pivoting-without-missing-the-point

THIS OLD MARKETING - United Feature Syndicate

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_Media

Direct download: 17-05-12-Episode-183.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:00pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert kick off the show with old-time manufacturer Whirlpool buying recipe media site Yummly (What does this means for brands of all sizes?). In other news, Google and Facebook need to take more responsibility for their content as true media companies, and Forrester proclaims that the end of advertising is near.  Rants and raves include John Green and Airbnb. This week's This Old Marketing example: UnitedHealthcare.

This week's story links:

WhirlPool Acquires Yummly
https://techcrunch.com/2017/05/04/whirlpool-acquires-yummly-the-recipe-search-engine-last-valued-at-100m/


Time Facebook And Google Accept They Are Publishers With Responsibilities
https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/300302/time-facebook-and-google-accept-they-are-publisher.html?edition=102698


Forrester Sees Advertiser Revolt As The Beginning Of The End
http://adage.com/article/digital/forrester-sees-advertiser-revolt-beginning-end/308886/

SPONSOR - BRIGHTCOVE and their ebook "The Science of Social Video" - Download for free today using this link: http://cmi.media/pnr182

RANTS AND RAVES
https://www.wsj.com/articles/airbnb-teams-with-hearst-on-magazine-guided-by-travel-sites-data-1493892000

https://www.wsj.com/articles/how-buzzfeed-and-mondelez-brought-healthy-food-videos-to-the-masses-1493373600

https://www.youtube.com/user/vlogbrothers

TOM - UnitedHealthcare

https://careers.unitedhealthgroup.com/why-work-here/news-room/2015/unitedhealthcare-launches-becoming-dr-you-course-to-help-older-adults.aspx
http://adage.com/article/cmo-strategy/brand-u-marketers-offer-courses-content/300892/

Direct download: 17-05-08-Episode-182.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:00pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert discuss and compare the Heineken ad everyone is talking about, and why it's probably not a whole lot different than the Pepsi ad from a few weeks ago. ESPN decides to cut 100 on-air content creators, while the New York Times finally launches on Snapchat.  Rants and raves include AT&T's home page and net neutrality. This week's TOM example: Pirelli tires.

This week's story links:

Episode Sponsor: PowerPost and their 5 Pillars of Publishing webinar on May 9th: http://cmi.media/pnr181

 

RANTS AND RAVES
 
Direct download: 17-05-01-Episode-181.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:00pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert discuss Google's move to insert ad-blocking into the web browser Google Chrome and what that means for marketers and advertisers.  New research suggests that marketing skills are in high demand, while executives absolutely love long-form content.  Rants and raves include content workflow and mission statements.  This week's TOM example: a content event in 1916.

This week's story links:

Episode Sponsor: PowerPost and their 5 Pillars of Publishing webinar on May 9th: http://cmi.media/pnr180


Global Executives Study From Quartz
https://insights.qz.com/ges/2016/

RANTS AND RAVES
 

 

Direct download: 17-04-24-Episode-180.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:00pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert discuss the rampant Wall Street rumors of Apple buying Disney. Netflix has found another billion dollar business model and Reuters identifies six publishing trends brands need to pay attention to. Rants and raves include brand studios and college choice. This week's TOM example: Mint.

This week's story links:

Episode Sponsor: PowerPost and their 5 Pillars of Publishing webinar on May 9th: http://cmi.media/pnr179


Netflix Has A Billion Dollar New Business That It’s Starting To Explore 
http://www.businessinsider.com/netflix-merchandise-revenue-2017-4

Six Strategic Lessons For Publishers Moving Beyond The Article
https://www.themediabriefing.com/article/six-strategic-lessons-for-publishers-moving-beyond-the-article
 
Rant/Rave
Direct download: 17-04-17-Episode-179.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 8:55pm EDT

This week's podcast includes a deep dive into the Pepsi fiasco and what might have happened, followed closely by Dennis Publishing and how they've unlocked the only content business model that matters. Rants and raves include advertising blinders and smartphone addiction.  This week's This Old Marketing: Stockman Insurance.

This week's story links:


How Dennis Publishing’s Willingness To Pivot Underpins Its Profitability
https://www.themediabriefing.com/article/james-tye-dennis-bmas-2017

Zazzle Produces Research On The State of Content Marketing In The UK - 2017
https://www.zazzlemedia.co.uk/the-state-of-content-marketing-survey/

EPISODE SPONSORS
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Direct download: 17-04-10-Episode-178.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 7:17pm EDT

In this episode, Joe and Robert look at the highlights from Intelligent Content Conference 2017, with a discussion of the major industry trends and what to expect in the next year. One of those major trends include large companies (like Netflix and Arrow) investing in large amounts of original content.  Rants and raves include more on Netflix eating Hollywood and the move from content marketer to content strategist. This week's TOM example: The Blues Kitchen.

This week's story links:

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Direct download: 17-04-02-Episode-177.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 5:30pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert discuss A&E's publisher-driven model and how this may be the perfect model for enterprise brands. In other news, both Twitter and Medium come out with monetization strategies around paying for content. Will it work? The jury is still out.  Rants and raves include mixing up your content strategy and LinkedIn's advertising model.  This week's TOM example: Red Hat and OpenSource.com.

This week's story links:


Medium Wants To Charge You $5 For Medium
https://medium.com/membership

Twitter Considers Paid Option
http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-39376379
 
EPISODE SPONSOR
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TOM - RED HAT and OPENSOURCE.COM
https://opensource.com/about
Direct download: 17-03-26-Episode-176.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 5:00pm EDT

In this episode of #ThisOldMarketing, Joe and Robert dissect the latest native advertising research and see if native is winning or losing and why. The latest CMO research is amazingly optimistic...and technology and analytics will save the day.  Rants and raves include simplification and measuring bodies. This week's TOM example: March Madness.

This week's story links:

Native Advertising Doesn't Work
http://www.medialifemagazine.com/native-advertising-doesnt-work/

Native Advertising Does Work
 
New CMO Survey - Marketers To Spend on Analytics
 
Link to Survey Itself:
 
 
EPISODE SPONSOR
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RANTS AND RAVES
 
THIS OLD MARKETING - March Madness
 
 
Direct download: 17-03-20-Episode-175.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 5:30pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert discuss how publishing agencies are struggling with the business model of creative services. Print is still a very real opportunity for brands targeting teens and tweens, and new video research shows how so many brands are going wrong. Rants and raves include the book Charlatan and a rather large rant on a content marketing opinion piece.  This week's TOM example: Abbott Labs.

This week's story links:


Teens And Tweens Are A Print Hungry Audience
http://www.minonline.com/teens-tweens-magazines-bauer-media-group/
 
 
Rants and Raves
 
This Old Marketing
 
Direct download: 17-03-13-Episode-174.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:56pm EDT

Snap Inc. launches their IPO to a ridiculous valuation. Can they be sustained and will advertisers buy in? Do media companies have a problem with trust, and is the opportunity in the hands of brands? Then, Joe and Robert discuss the MarTech industry and how the industry leaders need to collaborate against Facebook, Amazon and Google.  Rants and raves include Buzzfeed's Tasty and McKinsey.  This week's This Old Marketing example: Chili Klaus

This week's story links:


Media Companies No Longer Control Distribution But They Do Control Trust
http://mediashift.org/2016/10/media-companies-may-no-longer-control-distribution-control-trust/

Why MarTech Companies Need To Be Terrified of Google and Amazon 
https://contently.com/strategist/2017/02/24/martech-control-facebook-google-and-amazon/

EPISODE SPONSOR
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Content Marketing Awards - 
 
Intelligent Content Conference - 

RANTS AND RAVES
http://www.mckinsey.com/business-functions/marketing-and-sales/our-insights/the-new-battleground-for-marketing-led-growth
 
THIS OLD MARKETING - Chili Klaus
Direct download: 17-03-06-Episode-173.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 5:56pm EDT

This week, Joe and Robert discuss the business model of the New York Times, and why the future could be very bright. The crisis that is fake news is creating an amazing opportunity for brands, and get ready for major acquisitions of media companies by brands.  Rants and raves include a Pixar training course on storytelling.  This week's This Old Marketing example: John Yocum Beatty.

This week's story links:

 
Content Marketing Awards - 
 
Intelligent Content Conference - 
 
 
Direct download: 17-02-26-Episode-172.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:00pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert discuss Apple's launch into the content creation business.  Meanwhile, publishers are still too focused on their channel strategies and Spotify launches into original podcasts (and sets up Amazon to purchase them in the near future). Rants and raves include the future of print and the big fail of ad tech.  This week's TOM example: Sinclair Oil.

This week's show links:

Apple’s First Original TV Show 
http://www.recode.net/2017/2/13/14606594/apple-eddy-cue-buy-media-company-no-apple-music

http://www.businessinsider.com/apples-first-original-tv-show-shark-tank-planet-of-the-apps-apps-trailer-2017-2

Publishing Executives Believe They Are Five Years Behind
http://digiday.com/publishers/five-years-behind-confessions-magazine-execs/

Spotify Is looking for Original Podcasts
http://digiday.com/platforms/spotify-looking-original-podcasts/#sthash.YUqYcjyY.gbpl

The Onion’s CCO Explains Why So Much Content Marketing Sucks
https://contently.com/strategist/2016/05/23/dont-make-a-commercial-the-onions-cco-explains-why-so-much-content-marketing-sucks/

EPISODE SPONSOR - Content Marketing Institute Events: http://contentmarketinginstitute.com/events


RANTS AND RAVES
http://www.mckinsey.com/business-functions/digital-mckinsey/our-insights/the-case-for-digital-reinvention

http://adcontrarian.blogspot.com/2017/02/adtechs-massive-failure.html

http://www.pubexec.com/article/mpa-president-2017-will-year-magazine-publishers-reaffirm-value-marketers-readers/

This Old Marketing: Sinclair Oil
https://www.sinclairoil.com/history/1930.html

Direct download: 17-02-16-Episode-171.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:00pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert discuss Super Bowl commercials, Valentine's cards and Snapchat's all-important IPO. Then, the boys go in-depth into Medium's new subscription model and both agree that Medium has chosen poorly. Rants and raves include dark content marketing and enewsletters.  This week's TOM example: Sarah Spencer Washington. 

This week's show links:

Medium to Launch A Subscription Service Within The Next Quarter
https://techcrunch.com/2017/02/02/medium-subscriptions/

EPISODE SPONSOR
Content Marketing Institute events: http://contentmarketinginstitute.com/events

RANTS AND RAVES

http://www.acmuseum.org/the-prohibition-era/6/13-madame-washington

https://books.google.com/books?id=9Z6vCGbf66YC&pg=PA395&lpg=PA395&dq=sarah+spencer+washington&source=bl&ots=YL6dvUleuc&sig=w3IIzb-55E6mW7IsJn0jX33TVpM&hl=en&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjRtK_MrY7SAhXE24MKHSaDBR4Q6AEIRjAH#v=onepage&q=sarah%20spencer%20washington&f=false

 

Direct download: 17-02-13-Episode-170.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 7:47pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert discuss how P&G is rewriting the rules for agencies and media placement. A slew of publishers are recreating the media business model, while recent Snapchat results could be a sign of Myspace to come. Rants and raves include sensibility and the real way that Twitter will be acquired. This week's TOM Example: General Electric.

This week's story links:

P&G’s Pritchard calls Digital To Group Up - And Adds New Rules
http://adage.com/article/media/p-g-s-pritchard-calls-digital-grow-up-new-rules/307742/

Attack of The Clone
https://techcrunch.com/2017/01/30/attack-of-the-clone/

The Reinvention Publishing - Media Firms Diversify To Survive
https://www.theguardian.com/media-network/2017/jan/30/reinvention-publishing-media-firms-diversify-survive

EPISODE SPONSOR
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RANTS AND RAVES

http://info.contentmarketinginstitute.com/acton/rif/5141/s-1618-1702/-/e-099a-l-sf-cl-70160000000Q0dUAAS-07c1:3a4/q-58c8/showPreparedMessage?utm_term=View%20Message&utm_campaign=Weekly%20Alert%3A%20The%20Lack%20of%20Sense%20in%20Sensibility&utm_content=email&utm_source=Act-On+Software&utm_medium=email&sid=TV2:kdzT1sisK

http://www.recode.net/2017/1/18/14313164/google-twitter-acquisition-fabric-crashlytics

THIS OLD MARKETING

General Electric

http://themessagepodcast.com/about/

http://lif-e.af/ter

https://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2015/11/the-message-podcast/417051/

http://www.niemanlab.org/2015/11/how-did-the-ge-branded-podcast-the-message-hit-no-1-on-itunes-in-part-by-sounding-nothing-like-an-ad/

 

 

 

Direct download: 17-02-06-Episode-169.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 7:00pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert discuss the Upworthy/Good merger and what it means for more agency/publisher deals.  The boys also discuss the possible revenue models for Medium, and it seems that digital advertising is shrinking for all publishers...except for Google and Facebook.  Rants and raves include CMO.com and Digital Sense.  This week's TOM example: The Hop Grenade Tap Room and Bottle Shop.

This week's show links:


Leaked Report Shows How Much Money Publishers Make From Platforms Like Facebook, Google and Snapchat
http://www.businessinsider.com/dcn-report-shows-publisher-revenue-from-google-facebook-snapchat-2017-1

EPISODE SPONSOR - Pressly’s "Starter’s Guide to Sales Enablement" http://cmi.media/pnr168
 
THIS OLD MARKETING - The Hop Grenade Tap Room and Bottle Shop with The Brewing Network
Direct download: 17-01-30-Episode-168.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:26pm EDT

In this episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert discuss the ongoing battle for content and audiences between publishers, agencies and brands. In other news, the New York Times releases their annual health report, and Joe and Robert distill what a journalist should and should not do.  Rants and raves include commitment and climate change.  This week's TOM example: The People's Choice Awards.

This week's articles:


Publishers Acquiring Marketing Agencies At Unprecedented Rate
http://adage.com/article/digital/publishers-acquiring-marketing-agencies-surged-2016/307498/

EPISODE SPONSOR
Pressly and "The Starter's Guide to Sales Enablement" - http://cmi.media/pnr167
 

TOM
The People’s Choice Awards
Direct download: 17-01-23-Episode-167.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:00pm EDT

In this "hopeful" episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert discuss the Facebook Journalism Project, and why it's great for Facebook and not very good for the media. The boys also cover native advertising in detail this episode, with a take on the advantages and how Star Magazine was slammed by the Better Business Bureau.  Rants and raves include Big Red soda and more on agencies buying media companies. This week's TOM: James Vick and Tennessee Farmer.

This week's story links:

Content Marketing And Native Advertising Will Become More Effective This Year
http://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/291679/native-advertising-content-marketing-will-become.html

Star Drops Slim Fast Ads Following Better Business Bureau Challenge
http://www.foliomag.com/ami-drops-slim-fast-ads-following-better-business-bureau-challenge/
 
SPONSOR: Pressly and "The Starter's Guide to Sales Enablement" - Download here today: http://cmi.media/pnr166

Rants and Raves
https://www.marketingweek.com/2017/01/11/new-online-ad-laws-put-future-web-danger/
http://adage.com/article/agency-news/agency-buys-publisher-turnabout-latest-trend/307453/
 
THIS OLD MARKETING: James Vick
 
Direct download: 17-01-16-Episode-166.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 5:28pm EDT

In this broken pipe episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert talk about Medium's latest pivot while AOL thinks they've discovered a better way to serve up advertising.  In addition, Gary V leads the way for 2017 to be the year agencies started buying media companies. Rants and raves include Tom Brady and long-form content.  This week's TOM example: AARP.

This week's story links:

Renewing Medium’s Focus
 
Vayner Media Acquires Women’s Publisher PureWow
 
AOL Hopes These Two New Ad Formats Will Thwart Ad Blocking
 
Buzzfeed’s Tasty Cookbook Sold Enough Copies To Make It One Of The Bestselling Cookbooks of the Year
 
 
EPISODE SPONSOR
Content Marketing Institute events at http://contentmarketinginstitute.com/events/
 
RANTS AND RAVES
 
 
 
TOM
AARP Magazine - http://www.aarp.org/magazine/
Direct download: 17-01-09-Episode-165.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 7:36pm EDT

In this first official podcast of the 2017 year, Joe and Robert discuss the ad fraud "Methbot" issue and what it means for programmatic advertising.  The boys rip to pieces a 2017 trends post, and then outline why native advertising is not the savior some experts thought it was - for both publishers and brands.  Rants and raves include the history of video games and Generation Z.  This week's TOM example: Purina's Chase the Chuck Wagon.

This week's story links:

Methbot - an Ad Fraud Scheme Costs Advertisers $3 million per day
http://adage.com/article/digital/ad-fraud-scheme-cost-advertisers-3-million-day/307235/

Technology Trends That will Transform Content Marketing
http://thenextweb.com/insider/2016/12/22/technology-trends-that-will-transform-content-marketing-in-2017/

2017 Is Going to Be A Bloodbath - Says beleaguered Independent Publishers
http://digiday.com/publishers/2017s-going-bloodbath-confessions-beleaguered-independent-publisher/

SPONSOR: Content Marketing Institute Events at http://contentmarketinginstitute.com/events


RANTS/RAVES
https://blog.hootsuite.com/how-to-create-social-campaigns-for-gen-z/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hER0Qp6QJNU

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004OC072G/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_American_video_game_crash_of_1983

THIS OLD MARKETING: Purina and Chase the Chuck Wagon
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chase_the_Chuck_Wagon

 

 

 

Direct download: 17-01-02-Episode-164.mp3
Category:Content Marketing -- posted at: 6:49pm EDT

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