Madison & Culture

Battle of the Hair with Ad Age’s Brian Braiker Dec 17, 2018

David Sable sits down with Ad Age’s editor-at-large, Brian Braiker, to discuss how the ad industry has changed over the last few years, where the industry may be headed in 2019, and why print is far from dead.

David Nassar—"The Information Conundrum” Nov 01, 2018

Former Vice President of Communications at the Brookings Institution discusses the importance of hard information and how its aggregation and dissemination are vital to the future of a stable world.

Tim Wu—"The Curse of Bigness” Oct 04, 2018

Author, Columbia Law School professor, and developer of “net neutrality” theory, joins David Sable to discuss the future of conglomerates, the importance of net neutrality to business innovation, and the scarcity of human attention today.

American Eagle + Aerie Brand Executives Chad Kessler, Kyle Andrew and Jennifer Foyle – Retail in the Age of the So-Called Apocalypse Sep 04, 2018

Comedian Yamaneika Saunders – Dropping the Mask to Combat Racism in America Aug 02, 2018

James Altucher – Risk-Taking and the Rewards of Giving, in Business and Beyond Jul 04, 2018

Guru, Rabbi, Sherpa, or storyteller? Glean pearls of wisdom as Altucher addresses authenticity, relateability, and perseverance to heal suffering and make big business moves.

CEO Jarrod Dicker of Po.et – Publishing from Amazon to the Blockchain Jun 06, 2018

As Po.et launches, CEO Jarrod Dicker reviews both his own history at that of publishing. Will Blockchain be the next frontier?

Shingy – David Shing, Digital Prophet Extraordinaire, Talks Trends And Leadership May 01, 2018

How does a ‘digital prophet’ rise to prominence? David Shing gives us his pearls of wisdom, gleaned from hard life experience.

Zeitguide CEO Brad Grossman - Insider Knowledge Revealed Apr 10, 2018

Brad Grossman’s Zeitguide is a ‘survival kit,’ for the business and cultural worlds at once. Listen as he talks about his journey, and glean pearls of wisdom from an executive veteran.

Mixed Company Kai Deveraux Lawson - Diversity Initiatives in the Workplace Mar 27, 2018

Drawing from personal experience, Kai Deveraux Lawson speaks candidly about her journey to workplace empowerment in the face of racism, revealing longstanding problematic behavior that could be reversed for major positive impact.

Claudia Romo Edelman - Davos and Diversity with a Mexican-Swiss Diplomat Mar 13, 2018

On the coattails of International Women’s Day, Claudia Romo Edelman tackles the hard stuff. From the glamour of Davos to the complicated reality of racism and sexism around the world, Edelman adds a personal touch to what it takes to be a great activist.

Roy Eaton, ‘The Jackie Robinson of Advertising’ - Discrimination and Chutzpah Feb 27, 2018

“Hardship or difficulty is not a liability. It can be the best asset that you have,” Roy says, as he delves into a life well led in advertising and in the formation of identity. As a witness and a shaper of history, it is an honor to hear Roy’s thoughts on both past and future.

Asi Burak of PowerPlay - Gaming Guru Claims Video Games Will Change the World Feb 06, 2018

Are you a gamer? Videogame veteran Asi Burak says that term was just the beginning. Listen as he delves deep into VR, interactive video, and the power of choice in technology

NBCU Chairman Linda Yaccarino - What's Next for TV? Jan 23, 2018

Linda Yaccarino, Chairman, Advertising and Client Partnerships, NBCUniversal has been a pioneer in cross-platform media, seeing profits into the billions of dollars. Looking at reallocation, ad tech, and TV binges, she delves deep into what makes sense, what makes money, and what’s on its way out.

Sotheby's VP Eric Shiner - Advertising and Andy Warhol Jan 09, 2018

Art as currency and influencer has deep roots, from the Renaissance to the present. Sotheby’s SVP talks siloes and technology in the art world, anchoring discussions around markets in Warhol, Basquiat, and the quest to promote emerging artists.

Touro Law School Dean Harry Ballan - Entrepreneurship, Diversity, and Social Justice Dec 19, 2017

Learn to apply a positive belief system at work from eclectic law school dean, neuroscientist and corporate powerhouse Harry Ballan, as he talks about his tools to effect change across channels.

MikMak Founding CEO Rachel Tipograph - How Do You Drive Sales Online? Nov 28, 2017

Convinced the internet was broken, Tipograph was inspired to disrupt with “QVC for the Snapchat Generation”. Listen for more about how she is working to reinvent shopping, from her time at GAP to building a company around digital shorts.

NBA Commissioner Emeritus David Stern - Branding and Race in Sports Nov 14, 2017

In a no-holds-barred conversation, David Stern talks politics and race throughout the NBA’s rich and storied history. As advertising and revenues skyrocketed, Stern stayed humble and built a powerful brand.

Weight Watchers CEO Mindy Grossman - Beyond Dieting Into Branded Well-Being Oct 31, 2017

As the consumer mindset evolves towards health consciousness, how can new technologies enable a healthier, more connected life? In other words, what’s ahead for Weight Watchers?

Bitforms Gallery Founder Steven Sacks - New Media Art Oct 17, 2017

What is “new media art,” and can tapping into new technologies play a role in brand identity?

Ad Council President & CEO Lisa Sherman - Using Superpowers for Good Oct 03, 2017

Smokey the Bear, cyberbullying and the first ever emoji for purpose.

Nickelodeon CMO Pam Kaufman - The Millennial Story Sep 19, 2017

Praised for constantly imagining new live experiences and creating thriving partnerships, Nickelodeon CMO and President of Consumer Products Pam Kaufman shares insights on brand evolution beyond screens. Television isn’t dead, but never underestimate the importance of family, and its impact on future generations of consumers.

Danny Fingeroth - Childhood Dreams Come True Sep 05, 2017

Pop Culture Expert and Editor of the Spider-Man comics, Danny Fingeroth discusses the evolution and rise of comic books and how they reflect popular culture

Tim Shriver, Chairman of the Special Olympics - Moving Beyond Corporate Social Responsibility Aug 22, 2017

This week, David Sable and Tim Shriver, Chairman of the Special Olympics, discuss the power of authenticity, millennials as the “inclusion generation,” and how sports can serve as a vehicle to teach fundamental lessons about humanity.

Rob Norman of GroupM - Why Digital Marketing is Like Watching 6-Year Olds Play Soccer Jul 25, 2017

GroupM’s Rob Norman shares an abundance of insights from an intimate dinner at Martha’s Stewart house to the experience of sharing the building of his own house on Facebook. Hitting on the big topics facing advertisers today, Sable and Norman cover the distinction between Brand Equity and Brand Activation in understanding the value of Targeting, a definition of “TV” and how future programming will impact advertisers, and why we need to pay attention to where consumers are deriving the most value.

UNICEF CEO Caryl Stern - Children Matter Jul 11, 2017

A unique conversation with UNICEF USA’s President & CEO Caryl Stern on how marketing with a simple clear proposition is critical to its success, how UNICEF is accessing the world’s greatest technology to deliver solutions to children more efficiently and effectively, and lessons on influencer marketing from the first non profit to do so. The inspirational Caryl Stern shares her own personal experience as the child of refugees and how that has affected her life’s work helping children around the world.

WPP Creative Director John O'Keefe - Creativity and its Definition Jun 27, 2017

A talk with John O’Keeffe, WPP’s Creative Director, on all facets of creativity: What defines it? Are you born with it or do you train it?

How to achieve, maintain and expand a culture across the business, why its most differentiating factor is still the people, favorite commercial of all time and advice on when you hit a wall — (go for a walk) …

NHL EVP Brian Jennings - Why Amazon & Netflix Won't Be Taking Over NHL Production Jun 13, 2017

How will the multi-sensory experience of an NHL game be captured by Virtual Reality? NHL's Chief Brand Officer and Executive Vice President Brian Jennings talks about hockey’s evolved audience, how technology and the introduction of new and additional cameras have brought the fan even closer to the ice— so much so that “it’s almost like a video game," and why Amazon and Netflix and others won’t be taking over the production any time soon.

Pepperidge Farm CMO Chris Foley - Goldfish, Engagement, and Love May 30, 2017

Listen this week for a deep dive into what’s driving the Pepperidge Farm brand today — the challenges of introducing it in new markets, why kids can’t ever get enough Goldfish, and why a Buzzfeed Tasty video changed the game for Puff Pastry. Y&R Global CEO David Sable and Pepperidge Farm CMO, Chris Foley share insights on how to sail the wind of real engagement; leveraging champions rather than influencers and why micro targeting is not always worth the premium.

Irwin Gotlieb of GroupM - The IoT, aka the Internet of Things May 16, 2017

Y&R Global CEO, David Sable, and GroupM Chairman, Irwin Gotlieb, discuss the IoT, privacy issues, data collection, and when you will be trading in your flat screen TV for a virtual reality wall – no headset needed.

Teaser Episode May 09, 2017

"Madison & Culture" launches Tuesday May 16th!

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