Publishers are bleeding traffic, battling 15 problems at once—and experimenting like never before. Mark Stenberg breaks down the rise of on-site answer engines, the Substack vs. Patreon turf war, and why the New York Times quietly killed its audio app. It’s messy, but there is a playbook.And if you're interested in getting Mark's insights on a weekly basis, be sure to sign up for his newsletter On Background here.ADWEEK House Advertising HQ: https://event.adweek.com/awh-advertisinghq-2025/9435390?rLearn more about miniMBA courses HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The SSP in the Shadows
A hidden link in the ad tech supply chain is raising eyebrows. Buyers found themselves unknowingly transacting through Epsilon’s SSP, owned by Publicis—giving a rival agency potential access to sensitive targeting data. We dig into how reselling obscures transparency and accountability.Learn more about miniMBA courses HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Frankenstein Criteo With Better Hands
The retail media gold rush is getting crowded, and Criteo’s role is being tested. ADWEEK’s Kathryn Lundstrom unpacks the battles ahead in one of digital advertising’s hottest sectors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Keeping Air in the Jordans
Michael Jordan hasn’t played in two decades—but the Jordan Brand he built is turning 40. We explore how Nike is keeping it relevant in a world where most Gen Z fans never saw him play. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bad Jeans
Brooke Shields did it in the ’80s. Sydney Sweeney did it in 2025. We compare the ad playbook then and now—and how American Eagles' “Great Jeans” campaign became a Rorschach test for the American psyche. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Love it or hate it, the advertising and marketing industry is the ultimate broker of power and influence in the world today. Adspeak, hosted by ADWEEK editor in chief Ryan Joe, brings to life stories from our top reporters, delving into the people, brands, ad agencies, and adtech giants that shape how we view the world, the products we buy, and the entertainment we enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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