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This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
2026 Content & Marketing Predictions (plus a 2025 Review)
Joe and Robert kick off their annual predictions episode by grading last year's forecasts using ChatGPT. They revisit what hit, what missed, and why context often ruins otherwise solid predictions. Along the way, they discuss AI's uneven progress, platform power shifts, crypto hype, nostalgia marketing, podcast attrition, and the growing tension between tech optimism and cultural fatigue. The episode closes with fresh predictions spanning marketing, media, sports, and culture. Key Topics and Takeaways 2025 Predictions Reviewed (with AI grading) BlueSky stalls while X stabilizes and improves monetization TikTok avoids a ban and...
2025-12-26
58 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Knowledge Workers Freak Out Over AI
This week on This Old Marketing, Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose unpack two seemingly separate Wall Street Journal stories that are actually deeply connected. First, they dig into the WSJ article declaring that companies are now "desperately seeking storytellers." The irony is not lost on Joe and Robert. Storytelling in business is nothing new. Brands have been building audiences, publishing content, and creating narratives for decades. So is this really a new trend, or is the Wall Street Journal simply waking up to what marketers and creators have known all along? They explore why the...
2025-12-19
1h 00
Content Inc. - The Podcast
Gratitude As Competitive Advantage
In this episode, Joe shares a personal story about his father, two very different types of people he observed over Thanksgiving, and why gratitude may be one of the most overlooked advantages creators can build right now. Joe explains how a well-known research study divided people into three groups: one that listed things they were grateful for, one that listed their hassles, and one that listed neutral events. The gratitude group ended up healthier, more optimistic, more energetic, and made more progress toward their goals. The complainers did worse across the board. Gratitude, Joe argues...
2025-12-08
04 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Black Friday Blues, Ultra-Niche Creators, and the K-Shaped Reality
The boys kick things off with a Black Friday breakdown and what it tells us about the K-shaped economy we now live in. Joe and Robert dig into spending trends, why some consumers are thriving while others are cutting back, and what this split means for marketers heading into 2026. They look at whether this year's patterns are temporary or structural, and what smart brands should prepare for next. From there, they turn to YouTube. Advertisers continue to shift budgets to the platform, and the data shows that YouTube is both the present and the future of television...
2025-12-05
1h 14
Content Inc. - The Podcast
The Misogi Quarter
In this episode, Joe breaks down the idea he shared during his MarketingProfs keynote — why creators don't need another tactic or another tool, but a focused ninety-day challenge that forces clarity, momentum, and real progress. It's called the Misogi Quarter. Joe explains where the idea came from, why creators desperately need it right now, and the simple system for choosing and completing a Misogi that actually changes your identity as a builder. What Joe Covers in This Episode 1. The MarketingProfs Moment Joe reflects on his recent keynote in Boston — a talk unlike anything he's given before — and how th...
2025-12-01
03 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Is Human Content Creation Over? The Gemini Episode (508)
Google's release of Gemini 3 may be the biggest shift in search and content discovery since Google launched. In this episode, Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose break down what Gemini means for marketers, creators, and anyone relying on organic reach. Will Gemini end organic discovery as we know it? Will synthetic creators become the majority of all content online? And is there still a path forward for human creators? Joe and Robert go deep into: Google's move from traditional search to a full AI-model Why this shift could make Google even more...
2025-11-28
1h 13
Content Inc. - The Podcast
Two-Part Belief System for Entrepreneurs
In this episode, Joe revisits an old article he wrote six years ago about Apple's Think Different campaign and discovers a deeper lesson hidden inside it. This is not a story about marketing, or even about Apple. It is a story about belief, service, and the system every creator needs to survive long enough to succeed. Joe shares how belief powered Apple's turnaround in 1997 and how the same kind of belief shows up in the creators and entrepreneurs who persist through uncertainty. But he also explains why belief, on its own, can drift into ego and self-focus...
2025-11-24
05 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
The Future of AI: What Marketers Must Do Now [Special Episode]
In this special Thanksgiving edition of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert dive into the future of AI and what it really means for marketers, creators, and anyone trying to build an audience in the next few years. The boys explore how long traditional marketing roles will remain intact and why we may be much closer to a tipping point than most people want to believe. The Window Is Closing Joe and Robert revisit a theme they've both been writing about lately: the shrinking window of time before AI reshapes content, distribution, and discoverability. They break down...
2025-11-21
51 min
Content Inc. - The Podcast
The Last Creator Moat Is Being Known
In this episode, Joe digs into what he believes will become the final competitive advantage for creators in the years ahead. As AI accelerates and platforms gain the ability to clone creator voices, styles, and content patterns, many of the moats creators once relied on are disappearing. Technology can now replicate content quality. Algorithms can generate reach. Even personal style and voice can be synthesized. The last remaining moat is being known personally by real people. Joe explains why the strongest creators of the next decade will not be the ones with the biggest follower counts, but...
2025-11-17
03 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
META: The Least Ethical Company on the Planet
The episode kicks off with a pointed look at Meta, which seems to be earning a fortune from fraudulent and scam ads. Joe and Robert trace the pattern back more than a decade…from election misinformation to repeated scandals. The question emerges: Is Meta the least ethical major player in the industry today? This conversation naturally leads into a look at the growing AI bubble and Michael Burry's bet against The Magnificent Ten. While his prediction may eventually play out, the boys debate why we're likely still two years away from any real correction. Top Stories Me...
2025-11-14
1h 05
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
AI on the Charts, Coke's Holiday Play, and the Future of Work
This week, Joe and Robert cover three major AI stories shaping the creative and marketing landscape. First, the guys break down the debut of Xania Monet, the first AI-powered artist to land on a Billboard chart. Is this the start of a new music era...or the beginning of the end for human creativity? Next, they unwrap Coca-Cola's second annual holiday AI ad. But this year, it's not just Coke. Expect a wave of AI-generated holiday campaigns across brands. Joe and Robert debate what this means for creative differentiation and audience connection. Finally...
2025-11-07
1h 06
Content Inc. - The Podcast
Three Non-Obvious Moves for Creators Right Now
Joe Pulizzi goes deeper into his "three-year window" theory and shares three unconventional strategies creators can use to build real connection before AI changes how audiences find and consume content. These moves — collaboration, physical experiences, and shared memory — create the kind of trust algorithms can't replicate. Key Takeaways: Turn your audience into collaborators. Your audience doesn't just want to consume — they want to contribute. From small communities to co-created projects, inviting people into the process builds belonging and loyalty that AI can't imitate. Take a piece of your content offline. In a worl...
2025-10-27
04 min
Content Inc. - The Podcast
The Rise of the Fakes (517)
Joe Pulizzi is back from London—and he's got a story that will change how you think about the future of creation. After traveling overseas (yes, to watch the Browns lose again), Joe and his wife attended ABBA Voyage, a virtual concert where lifelike digital avatars of the legendary band perform with a live orchestra. The experience was so real, so emotional, that it sparked a powerful realization: the line between real and fake content has officially disappeared. In this episode, Joe explores: Why audiences no longer care whether content is created by hu...
2025-10-13
05 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
500 Hours of Marketing, Rants, and Football [Special Episode]
It's here...the 500th episode of This Old Marketing! In this very special show, Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose take a walk down memory lane, sharing stories, clips, and predictions from across the past twelve years of the podcast. Along the way, they're joined by some surprise guests and special videos from friends of the show. Highlights from the Episode The Beginning (Episode 1 – November 20, 2013): Joe and Robert recall the car ride that sparked the idea and how they launched the first episode in less than two weeks. Hear the original introduction, plus proof that football talk has al...
2025-10-03
1h 13
Content Inc. - The Podcast
The Power of 15 Seconds
For almost two decades, Joe Pulizzi was known as the content marketing guy. Then came fiction writing, creator support, and a mix of new projects that left him wondering—what do I really stand for now? This week, Joe shares how a post from Jonathan Mast reshaped his perspective: "If you can't explain how you make people's lives better in 15 seconds or less, you're invisible in today's short attention span economy." That idea forced Joe to simplify his answer, sharpen his Tilt, and land on a powerful, clear statement of purpose: I he...
2025-09-29
01 min
Content Inc. - The Podcast
What Is Your Tilt?
In this episode of Content Inc., Joe Pulizzi shares a major shift in his work and thinking. For years, Joe was known as "the content marketing guy." More recently, he's been called the entrepreneur guy, the creator guy, even the orange guy. But after some reflection, and inspiration from friends Jay Clouse and Jay Acunzo, Joe has distilled his new premise. The only true path to meaning, freedom, and wealth is building something you control. Joe explains why this premise matters today, and why it connects so closely to the idea of a Tilt: the...
2025-09-15
05 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
How to Future-Proof Your Brain, Body, and Business [Special Episode]
This is the last special solo episode for a while. Thankfully, Robert and Joe will be back next week to make nonsense about marketing and content news. But today's episode is something a little different. In 1937, Napoleon Hill wrote Think and Grow Rich. His ideas about belief, desire, and persistence changed lives—Joe's included. Joe's new book, Burn the Playbook, is his answer to what Think and Grow Rich would look like today. It's not just about financial wealth...it's about freedom. Mental freedom. Physical health. Time freedom. It's the book Joe wanted his kids to...
2025-08-01
30 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
The Marketing Profession Is In Danger. Here's One Solution [Special Episode]
Get ready for this special episode that you needed to hear years ago. Let me say this plainly: Working for someone else is the riskiest thing you can do right now. For decades, we believed that a "good job" was the ultimate security. A steady paycheck. Healthcare. Maybe a 401(k) with a match. But that model is falling apart in real time. I've seen this from the inside. I've been the employee. I've been the boss. I've been the guy who signed the layoff papers. When I was a...
2025-07-18
20 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Critical: Your Marketing Job Plan B [Special Episode]
After a quick cover of the Cloudflare news where it will be possible to select and make money from AI companies crawling your site, Joe and Robert dive into marketing plan B. Specifically - The New Normal: Why Everyone Needs a Personal Brand (Even If You're Not Selling Anything) The collapse of the idea that a job = stability. From creators to CMOs: why everyone needs visibility. The difference between self-promotion and self-preservation. Hot take: You're always in stealth mode for your next job (even if you don't know it yet).
2025-07-04
1h 05
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
The Future of AI [Report]
Joe and Robert break down Mary Meeker's "Future of AI" report and discuss the biggest opportunities and threats for marketers and creators in the future. Disney sues Midjourney in yet another lawsuit against AI companies. When will it stop and why should we care? And Meta invests $15 billion more in AI, trying to catch up in the AI race. In winners and losers, Joe discusses how to get found in AI searches and Robert talks about the failed mainstream media with the LA coverage. Rants and raves include a new creator...
2025-06-13
1h 10
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Unconventional Content Marketing Strategies [Special Episode]
Another very special episode of This Old Marketing...this time, without Robert Rose. Yes...this episode features Joe Pulizzi talking about unconventional content marketing strategies for 2025. Joe discusses how to leverage ChatGPT for persona building, treating employees as creators, leveraging more email and physical events, a big yes to print and much, much more. ----- This week's sponsor: With smaller budgets and sky-high expectations — growth is feeling pretty painful right now. But HubSpot just announced more than 200 major product updates to make impossible growth feel impossibly easy. ...
2024-11-29
42 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Valuable Friction [Special Episode] (455)
A special This Old Marketing podcast episode featuring the one and only Robert Rose (with no Joe Pulizzi). In this special solo episode, Robert takes a deep dive into the state of marketing as we approach the end of 2024. As marketers, we've spent the last 25 years adapting to paradigm-shifting technologies — from the internet and social media to mobile computing. But now, we're navigating the latest disruptor: Generative AI. Robert explores the concept of "Valuable Friction," the deliberate resistance that slows us down, fostering critical thinking and creativity. In an industry obsessed with efficiency and automation, are...
2024-11-22
43 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Four Secret Questions [Special Episode]
In this special episode Robert and Joe ask each other four secret questions. The answers will surprise you. The boys cover investing, travel, biggest regrets, bigger dreams and what's next in marketing and beyond. ----- This week's sponsor: With smaller budgets and sky-high expectations — growth is feeling pretty painful right now. But HubSpot just announced more than 200 major product updates to make impossible growth feel impossibly easy. Like Breeze — a suite of new AI-powered tools that help you say goodbye to busywork and hello to bett...
2024-11-15
56 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
2025 Content Marketing Trends [Special Episode] (451)
The boys go deep into CMI's 2025 content marketing research report. While the results look pretty similar to last year's report, Joe and Robert offer some prescriptions for 2025 content marketing strategies, including: Think more local in 2025 Who's your "with"? Paid promotion of content for the win Less is more Time to kill some things Let's get risky in 2025 See the full research here. ----- This week's sponsor: With smaller budgets and sky-high expectations — growth is feeling pretty painful right now. But HubSpot just announced more than 200 major product up...
2024-10-25
49 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Humans No Longer Needed for Audio?
Joe and Robert unpack Google's NotebookLM and how the AI audio machine has taken over the internet. Listen to the sample and see if you think it's usable. In other Google news, the DOJ is trying to break up Google into smaller pieces for better competition. This happens at the same time Google is losing its strength in the search market. And someone used Meta's glasses to instantly dox strangers. Should we be scared? Yes...yes we should. Winners and losers include Mountain Dew and Wordpress. Rants and raves include TikTok...
2024-10-11
1h 10
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Your Content Marketing Questions Are Answered [Special Episode]
A special episode of This Old Marketing where Joe and Robert answer AI and content marketing questions from some of the world leaders of marketing. Find your answers to content marketing spending, how AI is affecting content marketing, advice for new marketers, how to handle a personal brand in a business, how much to invest into internal content creators and much, much more. Special thanks to our marketing experts: Drew Davis Katie Brinkley Mark Schaefer Rob LaLacheur Ann Handley Brian Piper Michael Stelzner A. Lee Judge ----- This week's sponsor:
2024-10-04
55 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
X Takes Free Speech to a New Level
Our old friend Leon rolls back another X feature and the haters go crazy. At the same time, X releases their Global Transparency Report (which is anything but transparent). The New York Times unveils a plan to sell audio subscriptions via Apple Music and Spotify. The boys aren't sure the plan has merit (uh, data concerns anyone?). And The Onion creates a membership program with a print newspaper at the center. Joe is very happy about this. Winners and losers include Tim Walz and LinkedIn's AI rollout. Rants and raves include...
2024-09-27
1h 11
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Will OpenAI's Seeds Grow a Strawberry Harvest?
OpenAI launches the "Strawberry" version within ChatGPT claiming better reasoning and complex thinking. Joe and Robert take it to the test. TikTok heads back to court with a January 19th ban date looming. Joe predicts what will happen. And Instagram launches a version for teens only. Is it enough? Finally, MrBeast "leaks" his personal YouTube production manual. Is there gold within? Winners and losers include Sun Studio and the 2024 Content Marketing Award winner. Rants and raves include MAICON's headsets and CMI's marketing career study. ----- ...
2024-09-20
1h 15
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
How We Use AI for Content and Marketing [Special Episode]
In this special episode, Joe and Robert talk about the future of AI in marketing and how each of them use AI for both content creation and marketing ideation. ----- This week's sponsor: Grow better, faster with Hubspot's all-in-one intuitive customer platform - Hubspot.com/ ------- Liked this show? SUBSCRIBE to this podcast on Spotify, Apple, Google and more. Catch past episodes and show notes at ThisOldMarketing.com. Catch and subscribe to our NEW show on YouTube. NOTE: You can get captions there. Subscribe to J...
2024-09-13
57 min
Productive Insights Podcast — Actionable Business Growth Ideas — with Ash Roy
252. How Joe Pulizzi used this 5-step Goal Setting Process to build a $15M Business
How Joe Pulizzi Built and Sold His Business for $15 Million: A 5-Step ProcessIn 2008, Joe Pulizzi and his wife were broke, yet they set a goal to sell their future business for $15 million in seven years. In this episode, Ash Roy breaks down Joe's five-step process that led to achieving this goal with the Content Marketing Institute. Steps include understanding that building a business is a marathon, breaking goals into balanced categories, building a loyal audience, focusing on a single channel before diversifying, and delivering content consistently over a long period. Joe also shares...
2024-09-11
13 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
What Content Marketers Can Learn from the DNC
The boys review how the DNC has courted creators and developed "content moments" that are going viral. Chick-Fil-A just launched a streaming strategy and Procreate vows to never leverage generative AI. Wins and losses include the Savannah Bananas and Snoop Dogg. Rants and raves include Robert's take on DNC creators while Joe talks about the NSYNC and Deadpool integration. ----- This week's links: The DNC Finally "Gets" Content Chick-Fil-A Launches Streaming Service Procreate Says No to Gen AI Snoop & Solo Brands...
2024-08-23
1h 06
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
X Goes Full Idiot Mode in Suing Advertisers
In a desperation move, X decides the best way to get advertisers back to the platform is to sue them. In obvious news, a judge rules that Google is an illegal monopoly. The boys talk about what the repercussions are with this ruling, and what Apple's role will be. Speaking of Google (and X), Google ads seem to be popping up on Elon's platform. Curious indeed. In winners and losers, the Harris campaign is kicking butt on social while the Army fails with The Rock. In rants and raves, Robert changes...
2024-08-09
1h 09
Author Nation: State of the Nation
Starting up an Audience with Joe Pulizzi
In Episode 21, Joe Solari talks with Joe Pulizzi, the founder of The Tilt and Content Marketing Institute. Pulizzi, a seasoned expert, shares practical insights from his journey of growing a massive email newsletter audience and hosting major industry events. They discuss the strategic importance of audience building and diversifying revenue streams, and the significance of creating valuable assets like intellectual property. This episode is a goldmine of actionable advice for authors looking to expand their reach and revenue in the digital age. Join us live in November at www.authornation.live or suggest a topic or host...
2024-06-20
34 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Is Twitter/X Dead or Making a Comeback? (431)
Twitter/X leans into NSFW content and vertical video. Is this the sign of a turnaround or more desperate measures to stay alive? Robert and Joe take opposite sides and fight, fight, fight. Spotify's CEO makes comments about the cost of content being almost nothing. Should we care or should we boycott? Hits include Four Seasons and 10 Cent Beer night. Rants and raves include signals from Marcus Sheridan and Suits. ----- This week's links: Twitter's New NSFW Strategy Twitter/X Will Do Vertical Video
2024-06-07
1h 11
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Live from CEX 2024 (with special guest Philip Hernandez)
A special live recording of Joe and Robert with Philip Hernandez from the Haunted Attraction Network, recorded at Content Entrepreneur Expo (CEX) in Cleveland, Ohio on May 5th. Philip goes into detail about how he thinks about and creates content for the network, including the challenges and opportunities in social media content creation. Please follow Philip on Instagram and check out the Haunted Attraction Network. Special thanks to Hubspot for sponsoring the opening reception at CEX, and to our friends at VividFront for producing this recording. ------- Liked this show? SUBSCRIBE t...
2024-05-20
31 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Our Most Impactful Business Books of All-Time [Special Episode]
Robert and Joe run through the business books that have made the most impact on their lives and careers. They include: Marketing Management – Philip Kotler Discovery Driven Growth – Rita Gunther McGrath Different – Youngme Moon How Will You Measure Your Life – Clayton Christensen Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance – Robert Pirsig Think & Grow Rich - Napoleon Hill Seven Habits of Highly Effective People - Stephen Covey Stranger in a Strange Land - Robert Heinlein IMC: Integrated Marketing Communication - Don Schultz David & Goliath - Malcolm Gladwell This week's sponsor: Get the 2024 State of Marketing Report from Hubspo...
2024-04-05
43 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Apple Shows AI Weakness with Google Deal
In this special episode #420, Joe and Robert dissect the upcoming Apple/Google deal for AI and the iPhone. Is this a sign of weakness for Apple or are they just buying time? OpenAI's chatbot store is filling up with spam. Are you surprised? And a group of publishing experts launch Authors Equity to give more rights back to authors. Uh, we don't think so. Hits and misses include Liquid Death and Coca-Cola. Rants and raves includes a full overview of the TikTok banning bill and why it's harder to become a...
2024-03-22
1h 13
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
12 Secrets to Content Marketing Success [Special Episode]
In this special #ThisOldMarketing episode, Joe and Robert review their presentations from Social Media Marketing World 2024. Robert shares his insights, including: The Value of Relationships The Product Content Mindset The Point of View Architecture The Trust Exercise - Audit Your Experiences Joe runs through his secrets for content marketing success, including: Building the Base The Content Tilt Acquiring Content Assets Creators over Content Pillar Content Projects The NEW Print Opportunity Email, Email, Email The Content Revenue Model For the full content marketing revenue model, check out our book, Killing Marketing. Sign up...
2024-03-08
56 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Secrets to Growing a Content Brand [Special Episode]
In this special Blossom episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert discuss the insights and secrets into creating a profitable content brand, for both content marketing and content creator goals. Topics discussed include: How to truly differentiate and grow an audience How to create a content tilt Do you build or buy? Focus on creator, brand or content brand? and many more content marketing insights This week's sponsors: Smart sales software for today's multitasking reps that's built to help you manage every stage of your sales pipeline with ease. Work...
2024-02-16
53 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Is Content Exclusivity Dead?
The boys discuss Joe Rogan's new content deal with Spotify. Is this the future of podcast and YouTube deals, or is this just for the one percenters? Also, how should a brand approach this kind of deal? Meta will label AI images across all their properties. Is this just a point in time or will it have lasting impact? In addition, Meta cut off Facebook to developers. Like we didn't see that coming. In hits and misses, Robert praises L'Oreal and misses on Taylor and the right. Joe hits on Spotify and audiobooks...
2024-02-09
1h 07
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Digital Is Crowdy [The Search for Differentiation]
Joe and Robert are back from a crazy 2023 with thoughts of Elon and crowdiness. In this episode, Steamboat Willie is released from its copyright shackles. Is there an opportunity for brands in out-of-date content? Fidelity lowers X's valuation even more. Is a turnaround to come? Time appoints a new Chief Events Officer in a clear signal that there is a bull market for in-person events. In rants and raves, Joe comments on the right-sizing of creator businesses, while Robert pontificates on clickbait. This week's links: Mickey Mouse...
2024-01-05
1h 11
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Content Marketing Confessions and Pet Peeves [Special Episode]
Joe and Robert take time out of their regular programming to talk about key marketing career challenges and how they overcame them. In addition, the boys do a speed round on content marketing pet peeves. This week's links: Sahil Bloom's Annual Review This week's sponsors: Hubspot's Campaign Assistant is a game-changer for creating marketing campaigns at scale. It quickly turns your key selling points into a cohesive pitch, which helps you deliver knockout emails, ads, and landing pages in minutes. Work smarter, not harder at Hubspot.com/campaign-assistant.
2023-12-29
58 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
2024 Content Marketing Predictions Show [Special Episode]
It's here! The annual episode where Robert and Joe predict everything that will not go right in the content marketing and media world. This year, the boys predict: A social media collapse - TikTok and YouTube see big surges as the waves of the strike Tsunami hit. AI goes mainstream and actually starts to earn its keep – but NOT in creating externally focused content but rather conversational Advertising and behind the scenes marketing work. Brands go "all in" on owned media - especially video. Local news and journalism make a big comeback. At least three, major brands launch new...
2023-12-22
59 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Will Gemini Be Google's Search Savior?
Google makes their big AI announcement regarding Google Gemini. Can the new AI suite save Google's stalling search business? Is purpose-driven content dead after failures by Bud Light and Target? Joe is skeptical but Robert thinks there is a big opportunity. Spotify announces some big layoffs and a strategic change, while the NCAA might be hiring students in the very near future. Rants and raves include TikTok shopping and a new model for digital ad revenue. This week's links: Google's Gemini Announced Brand Backlash Spotify's...
2023-12-08
1h 11
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Is Elon Destroying X on Purpose?
Elon Musk's remarks at the recent Dealbook conference show (inconclusive) evidence that he is actually trying to lower X's valuation to such a point to where he can buy the company back (from debtors) at pennies on the dollar. Synthetic (AI) content is on the rise. Google is having major problems with it, and some (experts) say that over 90 percent of all content will be AI generated by 2026. And finally, should creators (and marketers) start thinking about protecting their digital likeness? The boys say yes. Rants and raves include an interesting move by...
2023-12-01
1h 09
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
The Mess at OpenAI
Note: This was recorded before Sam Altman was reinstated at OpenAI. Go figure! Joe and Robert go indepth on the soap opera that is OpenAI, and the ramifications on marketers and content creators. X sees another exodus of advertisers. Is this the end of the road for the former blue bird? And TikTok is now used at a key news source for 30 percent of young adults. Should we be scared? Rants and raves include ideas to save local journalism and Buzzfeed's new business model. This week's links: ...
2023-11-24
1h 18
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
AI & The Melting of Truth
A special 400th episode of This Old Marketing. And yes, the boys are getting up there! Joe and Robert discuss AI announcements by the US President and Microsoft (launching of Copilot), as well as Google integrating AI into search. For AI to work well, it needs to be working from a correct set of information. Is that the case or should we be worried? Elon holds a company meeting and talks about X doing almost everything. It's too bad that Apple and Google have a head start in this area. And Disney buys...
2023-11-03
1h 07
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Surviving a Content Marketing World [Special Episode]
A special Content Marketing World week episode where Joe and Robert break down their talks from the big event. Robert goes indepth on content marketing's evolution into, just, marketing. Or is it vice versa? Joe goes through 20+ points about how a content marketer can make the transition to full-time content creator (as a business). The boys also entertain a question from Paris (in a van) from Australia. Finally...Joe and Robert make a big announcement. ----- Liked this show? SUBSCRIBE to this podcast on Spotify, Apple, Google an...
2023-09-29
54 min
Everyone Hates Marketers | No-BS Marketing & Brand Strategy Podcast
Joe Pulizzi's 10 Commandments: How to Build Your Content Marketing Empire (Godfather Style)
I've just launched a new YouTube channel!! The concept? I take real businesses struggling to stand the f*ck out, provide my positioning/branding/lead gen help, and record it all for YouTube. The first mini-series features three freelance marketers (copywriter Rob, ecommerce designer Laura, and non-fiction book coach Vicky).I hope you'll set aside half an hour to watch it through. Maybe with your morning coffee? Or lunch break? Or evening onion soup? And then, the usual "Subscribe, Like, Share" would go a long, long way too.https://www.youtube.com/channel...
2023-09-19
36 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
ESPN - The Sportsbook
Big news this week as PENN sells Barstool Sports back to David Portnoy and (in an obvious move) partners with ESPN to create ESPN-branded sportsbooks around the country. Could this be the end of civilization as we know it? In other news, the "Apple buying Disney" frenzy continues. Joe and Robert argue about it for 10 minutes and both thinks they won the argument. Spotify and NPR are killing off podcasts. Is the a good business move or a lack of long-term thinking? And Kai Cenat creates a mob in New York...
2023-08-11
1h 12
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
AI Everywhere All At Once
This week Joe and Robert discuss how every piece of content created has "at least" a little bit of AI in it. Meta blocks news links in Canada. Is this a negotiation tactic or a sign of things to come? The movie Sound of Freedom continues to defy box office expectations. Is this because of a novel marketing approach or something different? In rants and raves, Joe discusses a new content marketing game from Baseball Reference, while Robert talks about Joe. This week's links: Lulu Acquires The Tilt and...
2023-08-04
1h 11
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
The Mouse Meets the Mac
Disney CEO Bob Iger received an extension to stay as CEO until the end of 2026. Joe believes this is just enough time to sell the company to Apple (of course). Robert and Joe discuss what it will take to make that happen. Threads starts laying out advertising guidelines, but should they even do it? Joe says no and Robert says wait. Finally, the Morning Brew talks about what makes media success, but most of all, the advantages for content marketing are clear. Rants and raves include Aretha Franklin's will and the new Star...
2023-07-14
1h 03
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Robert and Joe Live from CEX: Creator Economy Expo
For only the fourth time in history, Joe and Robert record a live episode face-to-face. Creator Economy Expo (CEX) 2023 brought content creators from all over the world together between May 1st and 3rd. The boys do a complete roundup of the latest creator economy research, as well as an overview of the keynotes at CEX, all inside the Evergreen Podcast Networks studio at CEX. This week's links: 2023 Creator Economy Research from The Tilt Creator Economy Expo ----- Liked this show? SUBSCRIBE to this podcast on Spotify, Apple, G...
2023-05-05
39 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
A Marketing Masterclass from Ryan Reynolds
This week, TikTok is back in the news with an ultimatum from Biden's camp. The SVB collapse takes center stage, and Joe and Robert go into the weeds discussing it. Will Meta be the next AOL? We think the news is overblown. ChatGPT-4 is released and the world turns on its axis. And then there is Ryan Reynolds, who sells Mint Mobile for $1.3 billion, an entirely marketing-driven feet. How did he do it? Let's discuss. In rants and raves, Joe comments about content creation and patience while Robert raves about HBO's "...
2023-03-17
1h 02
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Inside Joe and Robert's Business Models [Special Episode]
In this very special This Old Marketing episode, Joe and Robert peel back the curtain and talk about their business models. What's working? What's changed? What's next? What can you learn? The gents hold nothing back in this very special episode. --------- Liked this show? SUBSCRIBE to this podcast on Spotify, Apple, Google and more. Catch past episodes and show notes at ThisOldMarketing.site. Subscribe at TheTilt.com and get Joe Pulizzi's content creator newsletter 2x per week. Subscribe to Robert Rose's newsletter at Experience Advisors.
2023-01-13
54 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Creator Economy Goes Bear Market
Joe and Robert discuss the impending (or ongoing) bear market in the creator economy. This means less sponsorships and different business models for both content marketers and creators. Disney goes all Web3, while social media networks continue to take, take, take. Rants and raves include a Robert downer on the Democratic party (listen first!) and Joe's rant about TikTok going bye bye. This week's links: Disney Goes Web3 Interview with Disney CEO on Next-Gen Storytelling Social Media Giants Changing Terms on Creators Is BeReal for...
2022-09-30
1h 07
Content Inc. - The Podcast
The 10k Creator Podcast (Episode 1) - The Content Entrepreneur's Mindset
In this first episode of the 10k Creator Podcast Show, Joe Pulizzi and Daren Smith introduce the show, how it came about, and explain how this podcast aims to help other content entrepreneurs grow their businesses from ground zero and beyond. Specifically, Joe and Daren talk about the very early stages of a content creator business. Joe will break down his Content Inc. model, while Daren will talk about his own tilt, the craftsman approach. The 10k Creator is sponsored by three amazing companies. If you need to publish a book, go to...
2022-09-28
34 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Inside This Old Marketing [Bonus Takeover Episode]
This Old Marketing will never be the same. This episode is taken over by Jay Acunzo, who goes inside how the podcast is made, including the early days, the process and the minimal success (and major failures) of Pulizzi and Rose. Special thanks to Jay for spending one agonizing hour with This Old Marketing. Find Jay at 3 Clips with Jay Acunzo (podcasters take you inside their best work) and Growable Shows -- Jay's course on show development and growth for marketers. ------ Subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, Spotify or wherever...
2020-12-17
1h 13
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
KFC Content Is Better than a Bucket of Chicken
In this episode, the FTC sues Facebook for illegal monopolization. Thanks Captain Obvious! For decades, as newspapers declined, local news suffered. The University of Kansas found a solution, but Joe and Robert feel corporate dollars could be the real savior. KFC launches a Lifetime mini-movie starring Mario Lopez. Joe and Robert simply can't wait to see it. Substack is on fire! More and more journalists and reporters are flocking to the email subscription platform. Is this a good thing? A 2020 "year in review" finds that audio wins, paid subscription busted out...
2020-12-11
1h 03
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Thanksgiving Episode & A Trick Moment for Brands
In this special Turkey Day episode, Joe and Robert cover some touchy brand communication issues, including how some brands like Oreo and Snickers are having fun with Twitter's "disputed claims." In addition, the boys spend plenty of time talking about how "the vid" has accelerated major changes in content marketing and e-commerce media. This Week's Sponsor: Content Marketing University ------ Subscribe to PNR: This Old Marketing at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, Spotify or wherever you listen to fine podcasts. Subscribe to Joe Pulizzi's Random Newsletter at JoePulizzi...
2020-11-26
1h 03
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Beyonce, New York Times and Morning Brew (Oh my!)
Morning Brew sells its email subscription juggernaut for $75 million, building the email newsletter model for all the follow. The New York Times digital subscription business goes boom boom, while text-to-speech is the next big thing you've never "heard" of. And Beyonce decides to form a huge content partnership with Peloton instead of being interviewed on the This Old Marketing podcast. Robert raves about Philip Kotler's new blog and Adobe acquiring WorkFront. Joe raves about Netflix starting a programmed channel and how Twitch is not just for gamers anymore. This week's sponsor...
2020-11-12
1h 04
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
The Greatest Marketing Predictions Episode Ever (2021 version)
Yes, the big marketing predictions episode if finally here. Joe and Robert answer: - What will happen to the martech industry? - What big names will be bought and sold in 2021? - Who wins in content marketing...and who loses? - What does the future of in-person events look like? And don't worry...they cover the news as well...with a (probably final) Quibi update, as well as a great case study from The Dodo. This week's sponsor: Content Marketing World (on demand) ...
2020-10-29
1h 05
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Why Netflix Would Buy AMC (and why that's important)
The boys kick off the show with highlights from the just finished Content Marketing World 2020. The streaming wars have begun. Disney has committed to it. Amazon and Apple are dabbling in it. But Netflix owns it. An AMC purchase (who might run out of cash by the end of the year) could be how it levels up. In other news, Facebook is the most distrusted social media platform (go figure), and Yelp adds a new "racist behavior exists here" component (which could be good but could also go wildly wrong). Robert has a...
2020-10-15
1h 06
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
The Future of Content Marketing, TikTok and Football
In this very special episode, Joe and Robert talk about Content Marketing World's 10 year anniversary, the changes in content marketing, and what should happen to the industry. News stories include TikTok's sale. Will it go through and when will that be? In addition, it looks like Google is going to bail out the entire publishing industry. And, of course, the boys discuss who is going to win the Cowboys/Browns game and what's on the line. This week's sponsor: Content Marketing World ------ Subscribe to PNR: This Old Marketing...
2020-10-01
1h 04
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Why the TikTok Deal Will Absolutely Happen
The TikTok/Oracle deal comes under scrutiny, but both Joe and Robert think the deal with absolutely go through, especially while TikTok's numbers continue to grow. Facebook is getting in the email marketing business. Will they buy a business or consumer-side email marketing company, or go organic? The Taboola/Outbrain deal is off the table. The boys discuss why this happened and what's the future for the tech. And why are Google results always so old? Ryan Law discusses why businesses need to look at the second-mover advantage of search results. ...
2020-09-17
1h 07
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Facebook Cleans Up Political Ads...But that's Not the Problem
Facebook makes an announcement about curbing political ads, but still has a major problem with false organic content, as Russia again infiltrates the site. LEGO leverages user-generated content as new product development, while CVS launches a new media network. In rants and raves, Adweek buys Target Marketing and Publishing Executive, Facebook's CMO resigns to create more diversity, and Mattress Firm launches Sleep.com. This week's sponsor: Content Marketing World ------ Subscribe to PNR: This Old Marketing at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, Spotify or wherever you listen to...
2020-09-03
1h 01
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Rented Land and Native Advertising Disaster
Major media companies from around the United States are divesting their real estate properties to right-size their business models. Washington Post pushes forward into native advertising territory as traditional advertising falters. Audio is even bigger than we thought it would be, while creators at TikTok don't understand that they built their homes on rented land, and are now searching for a way out. In rants and raves, Joe raves about Twinsthenewtrend and their viral video (and video strategy) behind "In the Air Tonight" by Phil Collins. Robert applauds High Times for buying up dispensaries in California (another...
2020-08-20
1h 00
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
TikTok, the Nike Ad and Surprising Acquisitions
First, watch the Nike ad if you haven't. Required watching. TikTok was in the news this week, with a crazy deal in progress with Microsoft. In other news, Industry Dive purchased Newscred's content marketing studio business, while Digiday finds that branded content and native advertising spending is on a downward trend. Freightwaves media business has taken off and Buzzfeed now sells products (of course they do). Robert has another Quibi update and comments on Tom Goodwin's firing from Publicis. Joe loves the launch of The 19th, and comments about the closing of Folio...
2020-08-06
1h 07
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Double Down or Diversify? That Is the Question
While Coca-Cola begins killing zombie brands in favor of old standbys, companies like The New York Times are diversifying like crazy. Who's right? Carnage is hitting digital media during the pandemic, affecting publishers just when they started to turn the corner, while content marketing, according to ANA research, is beginning to boom. Joe raves about Prof G's podcast with Adam Alter on recombination. Robert raves on Calm's new meditation app, and comments about Google's new cookie policy. This week's sponsor: ContentTECH Summit ------ Subscribe to PNR: This Old Marketing...
2020-07-23
1h 06
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Social Media Is Out to Destroy Us
Facebook was under fire this week for possibly spreading hate speech and misinformation (what's new?). Some people think Zuckerberg should be out. At the same time, TikTok may possibly be forced out of the United States as concern of Chinese data tampering persists. In other news, Lululemon buys Mirror in a content/technology deal that seemed almost too cheap to pass up. And when did Substack get so big? Could it be the next bubble? Rants and raves include a #Quibi update (doesn't look good) with Project M buying The Hard...
2020-07-09
1h 03
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Who's Going to Be the Netflix of Business Content?
Almost all physical events are canceled for 2020. This means there will be a lot of innovation in the virtual events space. This also means a huge opportunity for a large tech brand to become the Netflix for business video content. The Girl Scouts are launching a new content brand called CircleAround. Both Joe and Robert love the idea, but the plan has some major flaws. Some publisher content studios are set up to fail, while Facebook faces a serious boycott to its services. In rants and raves, Robert's Quibi update...plus a rave...
2020-06-25
1h 04
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
238: Is Your Social Media Your Property?
Continuing the acquisition movement, Adweek was purchased by Shamrock Capital Advisors. More to come? The boys will answer. Microsoft lays of 50 journalists, instead opting to use "computer robots." Robert reviews what journalists need to do now to protect their jobs. And Nic Carter from Coindesk details a fascinating take on perhaps, in the future, you'll be able to lay claim to your social media profile. Robert provides a valuable Quibi update and rants on yet another AdAge article. Joe spends his time remembering the great Don Schultz, may he rest in peace.
2020-06-11
1h 10
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Chaos Creates a Rather Large Marketing Opportunity for Brands
Media company Team Whistle buys production company/agency Tiny Horse, further showing that revenue diversification is king in media and content marketing today. Joe Rogan signs with Spotify and Joe and Robert chiming in on who is the real winner. The White House is putting the smackdown on Twitter and social media regarding Twitter's labeling of the President's tweets, while Zuckerberg keeps making the wrong decisions for Facebook. Joe raves about Prof G's podcast with Sam Harris regarding the destruction of the advertising model and rants about how TV advertisers can't keep an...
2020-05-28
1h 06
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
The Media Business Killed Itself
The New York Times reports that big tech such as Facebook and Google should pay media companies reparations for lost revenue. Joe and Robert think differently. The media business continues to kill itself due to a short-sighted revenue strategy. In other news, the Financial Times launches a mix group for subscription but doesn't invite any product brands, while thought leadership is everything. Robert's rants and raves include a Quibi update and that new marketing really isn't new, while Joe discusses an interview with the IAB and the new Riot Games Launch. Sponsor: CMI's...
2020-05-15
1h 02
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Prepare for a Turnaround with these Marketing Tips
What do marketers do while we wait for a turnaround? Cosmo magazine details a number of key content marketing tactics that should be used by every enterprise, while Orbit Media offers 26 marketing ideas you could use now to get your house in order. Vayner Media continues an acquisition trend and there is a sale on Facebook ads. #ThisOldMarketing raves include a Quibi update, unique partnerships, and a rant on virtual college tours. Today's sponsor: Content Marketing Awards. Deadline for entry is 5/29. ------ Subscribe to PNR: This Old...
2020-05-01
1h 01
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Why You Need to Invest in Marketing Now (Before It's Too Late)
In this episode of #ThisOldMarketing, Robert and Joe discuss why marketers need to aggressively invest in marketing now and not cut back. In other news, Joe Biden and team (finally) launch an enewsletter and podcast program, while a few airlines announce the suspension of their print onboard magazines in response to the coronavirus. Then the boys spend many fruitless minutes discussing the launch of new content platform Quibi and what that means for humankind. In rants and raves, Robert raves about the opportunity in everything and Some Good News with John Krasinski, while...
2020-04-16
1h 05
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Can Media Companies Survive Coronavirus?
In this episode of #ThisOldMarketing, Joe and Robert discuss how the coronavirus COVID-19 is impacting media companies, specifically local media. Frankly, can they survive? What will be the model that replaces them? In other news, what can enterprise brands learn from the marketing of YouTube sensation Jo-Jo Siwa? Media and brand publishing partnerships are all the rage, while the CMO of Anheuser-Busch goes full content marketing. In rants and raves, Joe raves about the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum and Robert comments on consumer trust in digital marketing. Today's sponsor: Content Marketing University...
2020-04-03
1h 03
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
What Marketers Need to Do During Lockdown [SPECIAL EPISODE]
A special episode of #ThisOldMarketing. In this episode, Joe and Robert discuss some big opportunities for marketers, especially in the acquisition space. ------ Subscribe to PNR: This Old Marketing at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen to fine podcasts. Subscribe to Joe Pulizzi's Random Newsletter at JoePulizzi.com. Follow Joe @JoePulizzi. Joe's new #thriller is now available at TheWilltoDie.com. Subscribe to Robert Rose's newsletter at The Content Advisory. Follow Robert @Robert_Rose.
2020-03-27
45 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Making Sense of a Crazy Week...plus Could Apple Buy Disney?
Joe and Robert discuss a corona virus (COVID-19) week of news in marketing, trying to make sense of what's next. Corona virus coverage gives major publishers a huge lift in traffic, bringing in pay-wall and advertising questions. In other news, a strange report claimed that now is the time for Apple to buy Disney. Of course, Robert is against, while Joe is the biggest cheerleader for the deal. Facebook had all sorts of issues with its AI-powered SPAM engine, while Ford completely changes it's advertising campaigns in response to COVID-19. Finally, the boys...
2020-03-20
1h 05
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Marketing at a Social Distance [SPECIAL EPISODE]
A special episode of #ThisOldMarketing. In this episode, Joe and Robert discuss the new reality in front of marketers and what we, as marketers, need to be focusing on today. ------ Subscribe to PNR: This Old Marketing at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen to fine podcasts. Subscribe to Joe Pulizzi's Random Newsletter at JoePulizzi.com. Follow Joe @JoePulizzi. Joe's new #thriller is now available at TheWilltoDie.com. Subscribe to Robert Rose's newsletter at The Content Advisory. Follow Robert @Robert_Rose.
2020-03-13
42 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Salesforce, Mailchimp Buy Media Properties
For episode #229 of #ThisOldMarketing, Joe and Robert lead off with a worthy rant on AdAge's addition of a "content marketing" awards category, which really isn't content marketing at all. Both Mailchimp and Salesforce purchase media properties, further proving that the boys' prediction from the past is coming true - corporate brands are and will continue to buy traditional media assets. In other news, former 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick launches his one publishing venture. The jury is out on whether this is actually a real thing or not. In rants and raves, Robert rants...
2020-03-09
1h 02
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
The Real Story Behind Facebook's Fact-Checking Plan
In episode #228 of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert kick off the show with commentary on Burger King's new "moldy burger" campaign. Facebook hires Reuters to do fact checking, and the boys argue about the real strategy behind the move. More and more "advertisers" are buying media companies and one article gives a detailed history of the missed opportunity (by both marketers and media companies). Catalogs are back again, while the Peloton "wife" commercial didn't hurt business like so many prognosticators thought. In rants and raves, Robert details why IKEA keeps...
2020-02-25
1h 03
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Ranking the Best & Worst Super Bowl Ads of 2020
On episode #227 of PNR's This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert dissect the best and worst super bowl ads of 2020. In other news, the creation of less content is actually a winning strategy of successful online publishers, while Warren Buffett leaves the newspaper media industry...or does he? There were a slew of M&A deals over the past few weeks, including Barstool Sports and Spotify gobbling up "The Ringer." In rants and raves, Joe raves about Ray Dalio's Principles, and shares one of the oldest content marketing examples ever. Robert raves about John...
2020-02-11
1h 03
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Content Jobs Among Biggest Growth Area Per World Economic Forum
In episode 226 of #ThisOldMarketing, Joe and Robert dissect an intriguing report by the World Economic Forum on the future of jobs. In it, the WEF predict that sales, marketing and content jobs will be among the most plentiful. In other news, the death of the cookie (as declared by Google) is big news for advertisers, publishers and content marketers. Who will win? (Joe and Robert tell you) Finally, the boys break down the success of new media companies turning profitable, and what marketers can learn. In rants and raves, Joe raves about the...
2020-01-28
1h 01
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Coca-Cola Reverts Back to CMO Role. Does It Matter?
In episode #225 (the Happy New Year episode) of #ThisOldMarketing, Joe and Robert look at the advertising industry, and whether a "move" away from smartphone usage will hurt digital ads (uh, not really). Facebook says it will ban artificial intelligence "deepfakes," but will it make a difference since Facebook isn't changing its policy on cheapfakes or shallowfakes? The annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) happened last week. Joe and Robert discuss some of the main questions from the CES show. And finally, Coca-Cola reverted back to having the CMO role. Robert is happy, but Joe...
2020-01-14
1h 03
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
8 Big Content Marketing Predictions for 2020
Yes! It's the annual #ThisOldMarketing predictions episode. This year, Robert and Joe bring you eight amazing and infallible marketing predictions that are sure to be wrong (but fun nonetheless). This year's marketing predictions include: Less Content and Simplicity to Drive Marketing Strategy in 2020 (Joe). Brand Journalism (or Content Marketing) is pushed forward by Social Corporate Responsibility (SCR) efforts (Robert). The drop in print has stopped. 2020 will see the resurgence of print media led by enterprise brands (Joe). Support article on print books here. Ad Tech takes a crippling hit in 2020 (Robert). Microsoft will launch...
2019-12-31
1h 04
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Can Marketers Learn Anything from the Peloton Fiasco?
In this episode #223 of #ThisOldMarketing, Joe and Robert go inside Peloton...discussing the ad, the aftermath and what might happen to the brand in the future. Robert believes many mistakes were made, but the public's reaction was a pure over-reaction. Joe thinks that we can't judge the outcome until the next quarter's results are in. In other news, the boys dissect the #SubscribeSunday program from Boston Globe, and how brands can use both an "event" and a collaborative effort to launch and grow content marketing initiatives. Finally, Joe and Robert discuss the huge opportunities and...
2019-12-16
1h 03
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Our Biggest Failures BONUS Episode + Even More Failures
In this very special #222 bonus episode of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert take requests from Twitter. What could go wrong? Alberto Gomez (@albermoire) asked Joe and Robert about their biggest failures. Since the boys only had an hour, they decided to cover just a few of the many, many failures in their young lives. Doug Kessler (@DougKessler) asked about "what's next?" Joe covered voice and print. Robert covered drastic changes in governance. Both discussed the evolution of social media, with particular focus on Sacha Baron Cohen's recent ADL speech. In rants and...
2019-11-25
1h 01
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Marketing Always Works (If You Leave Out Certain Data)
In episode 221 of #ThisOldMarketing, Joe and Robert unpack Disney's launch of Disney+, including first-day tech issues, adding 10 million users, and a huge stock market push to record levels. Further into the show, Robert unpacks the current marketing bubble: online advertising (H/T @karlyeh721), and how everything can be proven to work if you only use part of the data. Joe continues on into social media news: Facebook is found to be "secretly" using the iPhone camera while their app is open and Instagram announces they won't be showing the like count on posts any longer. ...
2019-11-19
1h 03
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Twitter's Move Away from Political Ads a PR Stunt
In episode 220 of #ThisOldMarketing, Joe and Robert discuss the bold move by Twitter, who announced they will remove political ads from their platform in a few weeks. Robert believes this was a good call, and that Twitter may not resume service in that area. Joe believes that Twitter completely dropped the ball, and they will resume service (and charge a premium) in a few months. Both believe the move was done primarily for public relations purposes. In other news, Google buys wearables-maker Fitbit, and also looks at acquiring TikTok rival Firework. Joe and Robert also review Orbit...
2019-11-05
1h 01
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Will New Regulations Help or Hurt Your Content Creation?
In episode 219 of #ThisOldMarketing, Joe and Robert start by discussing the controversy surrounding the NBA and China. Was the NBA correct in how they dealt with an employee tweet (we say no)? How should a large global brand deal with employee social media? Other news was dominated by government regulations. First, the boys unpack California Assembly Bill 5 (AB5) and what it means for hiring freelance content creators. Second, Joe and Robert discuss California's Privacy Act, which seems to be the start of how dozens of states are dealing with online privacy concerns...and...are the new regulations...
2019-10-21
57 min
The Will to Die
The Will to Die Trailer
The 6th Book from Amazon best seller Joe Pulizzi comes the story of death in a small town, the lies that covered them up, and a conspiracy that brought one man to his knees... Will Pollitt just successfully delivered the business pitch of his life -- a win he desperately needs. At the same moment 50 miles away, Will's father is found dead. Coming home gives Will a chance to reconnect with his father's life and work. Yet digging into the past, Will makes a shocking discovery: His hometown neighbors are turning up dead at alarming...
2019-09-30
02 min
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
How to Launch a Show Network the Right (and Wrong) Way
In episode #217 of #ThisOldMarketing, Joe and Robert first discuss Disney CEO Bob Iger's statement that if Steve Jobs were still alive, Apple and Disney would be one company. Let's all just pause right to ponder that possibility. Then the boys dissect the new Recur network from ProfitWell...discussing the good, the bad and the ugly. Is it smart to launch 12 shows at the same time or should ProfitWell do one thing great and move on to the next one? In other news, Joe unpacks how Twitch.tv (owned by Amazon) took over streaming...
2019-09-23
1h 05
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Is Google Killing the Website?
In episode 216 of #ThisOldMarketing, Joe and Robert discuss the trend that more and more searches on mobile and desktop end without a click. In the future will the website, as we know it, cease to exist? In other news, the boys elaborate on how audio content and podcasts still may be the best opportunity for building audiences, while both share their take on Google's new privacy stance and why it doesn't help any individual or company except for Google. Rants and raves include a take on Cleveland Clinic's blog revenue strategy and, of course, a...
2019-09-10
1h 04
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
The End of Social Media As We Know It
In episode 215 of #ThisOldMarketing, Joe and Robert discuss Twitter's decision to ban "state-run" media and how this will, effectively, lead to a huge change in how content is published on social media. Social media sites, like Facebook and YouTube, know their biggest liability is the created content on their platform. We are just now seeing the beginning days of the end of social media as we know it. In other news, Tumblr sells for $3 million (down from $1.1 billion), marketing research shows that marketers think pretty highly of themselves, and Amazon's publishing juggernaut is even bigger than you...
2019-08-27
1h 03
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Brand Marketers (Hopefully) Starting to Sniff Acquisition Opportunities
In episode 214 of #ThisOldMarketing, Joe and Robert discuss the death of journalism (through newspaper media) and how brands are missing an opportunity by not purchasing more newspaper properties. Procter & Gamble (P&G) is growing like crazy but spending less on advertising than ever before. The boys think they know the reason, including help from Home Made Simple. More B2B and B2C brands are investing in print magazines, including the likes of REI and Goose Island. Opportunity? And FIPP suggests that future growth lies in niche media and underserved international populations.
2019-08-12
1h 03
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
Content Brands Launching Everywhere While Audio Marketing Blooms
In episode 213 of #ThisOldMarketing, Joe and Robert discuss the death of influencer marketing, which isn't dead at all...just changing. Two big brands, Outdoor Voice and Staples, launch content brands The Recreationalist and Worklife. The opportunities in voice marketing have never been better. Audiobooks are growing at 25 percent and Alexa devices count more than 100 million, yet there are very few Alexa Skills, opening a content gap. In rants and raves, Joe raves about the New York Times enewsletter program, while Robert comments about why MarTech as marketing is a scary proposition. ------
2019-07-29
1h 03
This Old Marketing - News Podcast Weekly with Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose
The Genesis Planet Episode
After 577 days #This Old Marketing, with author/entrepreneur Joe Pulizzi and strategist Robert Rose, returns in a blaze of glory. Episode 212 leads with a detailed discussion of subscription fatigue and what we as marketers and consumers need to do about it (https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/336981/publishers-face-another-challenge-subscription-f.html). Then the boys go in-depth about the opportunities in print media (https://whatsnewinpublishing.com/2019/07/opinion-why-digitally-native-brands-are-turning-to-print/) and the increasingly complex role of the CMO (https://www.mckinsey.com/business-functions/marketing-and-sales/our-insights/how-to-unlock-marketing-led-growth-data-creativity-and-credibility). The news concludes with a heated discussion about brand purpose (check o...
2019-07-16
1h 06
WP Elevation WordPress Business Podcast
Episode #165 - How to Create New Business Through Content Marketing with Joe Pulizzi
Watch the video podcast here. A Bit About JoeJoe Pulizzi is a content marketing evangelist, speaker, author and founder of Content Marketing Institute which is the leading content marketing educational resource for enterprise level brands. He writes one of the most influential content marketing blogs in the world, and also writes for Entrepreneur.com and LinkedIn. Tune in at the 5-minute mark to find out more about Joe’s background. Stepping Away from Working with "the Man"Joe spent time cutting his teeth in the marketing industry at Penton Media, th...
2018-05-10
54 min
Content Inc. - The Podcast
Episode 6: Two Storytelling Lessons From My Grandfather
Joe Pulizzi learned his first lessons of entrepreneurship from his grandfather. These lessons have stayed with Joe over the years and have been a big inspiration to his own success. In this episode of Content Inc. Joe shares two lessons of storytelling that he learned from his grandfather and that still resonate with him today.
2014-12-16
08 min