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South Valley Chamber PodcastMarketing in a Digital WorldThe digital marketing landscape is ever-changing — and endlessly challenging. Get tips from five local marketing professionals in a conversation moderated by David Blain of Saxton Horne. Panelists: Shawn Vierra, owner, Jetpak; Joe Martin, VP of content and digital marketing, Scorpion; Megan Bowen, owner, Meg B Marketing; David Mink, CEO, Avalaunch Media, and Andy Gotshalk, VP of sales, Blip Billboards. Recorded at the South Valley Chamber’s 2021 Small Business Expo.
2021-10-0532 min
Ad ChatterEp. 6: Special guest, David Blain, discusses the need for exceptional account serviceSpecial guest David Blain, president of Saxton Horne in Sandy, Utah, discusses the lost art of account service and much more. David is a natural storyteller. Tune in to this 30-minute episode to hear David Blain the Ad Magician share:- What it was like to work "24-hours a day" on Intel in the 1990s- His thoughts on new business and selling great work- How his agency's automotive clients continue to sell cars during COVID-19- The need for and power of an in-house agency- The need for agency team...2020-10-0931 min
GT Radio - The Geek Therapy PodcastTabletop RPGs and Consent#217: We look at consent in tabletop RPGs and how to create a safe environment. We look at parallels between tabletop RPGs and kink to find positive examples of informed consent. This conversation was sparked by a Facebook post by Ashley Gillespie-Horne and includes discussion of an RPG Consent Checklist created by Sean K. Reynolds and Shanna Germain.
Content warning: Sexual assault, rape, kink, BDSM, body horror.
Notes:
Facebook post by Ashley Gillespie-Horne – http://bit.ly/2nJmo6tConsent in Gaming and RPG Consent Checklist – http://bit.ly/2nPc5NZ
Join or donate to our Extr...2019-09-2957 min
GT Radio - The Geek Therapy PodcastTabletop RPGs and Consent
#217: We look at consent in tabletop RPGs and how to create a safe environment. We look at parallels between tabletop RPGs and kink to find positive examples of informed consent. This conversation was sparked by a Facebook post by Ashley Gillespie-Horne and includes discussion of an RPG Consent Checklist created by Sean K. Reynolds and Shanna Germain.
Content warning: Sexual assault, rape, kink, BDSM, body horror.
Notes:
Facebook post by Ashley Gillespie-Horne – http://bit.ly/2nJmo6tConsent in Gaming and RPG Consent Checklist – http://bit.ly/2nPc5NZ
Join or donate to our Extr...2019-09-2957 min
GT Radio - OLDTabletop RPGs and Consent#217: We look at consent in tabletop RPGs and how to create a safe environment. We look at parallels between tabletop RPGs and kink to find positive examples of informed consent. This conversation was sparked by a Facebook post by Ashley Gillespie-Horne and includes discussion of an RPG Consent Checklist created by Sean K. Reynolds and Shanna Germain.
Content warning: Sexual assault, rape, kink, BDSM, body horror.
Notes:
Facebook post by Ashley Gillespie-Horne – http://bit.ly/2nJmo6tConsent in Gaming and RPG Consent Checklist – http://bit.ly/2nPc5NZ
Join or donate to our Extr...2019-09-2957 min
Why'd I Buy That? An Advertising PodcastEpisode 18: Mascot MayhemHave you been face to face with a cereal box lately? If so, you probably saw a brand mascot staring right back at you. In this episode, Ryan and Abe take an in-depth look at brand mascots, including their history, effectiveness, and the many, many controversies that surround some of them. They’ll take a brutal mascot quiz, enjoy living high on the oat lifestyle, and fall under the deadly gaze of Count Chocula. Notable quotes: “If you’re going to read one encyclopedia article, you’re going to read Q.” “The hardest part was finding a cow with good enough penma...2018-10-2222 min
Why'd I Buy That? An Advertising PodcastEpisode 17: The Prussian Potato ProblemHave you ever seen an ad and thought to yourself, “I would buy this product if only everything about the advertising were totally different?” Then you, Sir or Madam, are the target audience for a rebrand. In this episode, Abe and Ryan discuss rebranding, including both super successes and failtastic failures. They’ll chug a new soda flavor, smell like a towel-clad man, and visit Germany multiple times. Notable quotes: “They’ve got a whole lot of sag.” “They would artificially add an en-blackening agent to the exhaust.” “Let’s cool it with the celebrity burnings.” “Most of today’s marketing ills could be so2018-10-0425 min
Why'd I Buy That? An Advertising PodcastEpisode 16: Super Bowling You Over15.Super Bowling You Over: Whether you’re in the middle of football season, or you live in a land where football has nothing to do with large men knocking each other over, you can appreciate the power of the Super Bowl when it comes to advertising. Ryan and Abe tackle (get it?) some of the numbers behind the event and discuss some of the biggest super bowl ads of all time. Notable Quotes: “Scott Joplin wheeled his piano into a muddy field. And his shirt came off and everyone was really scandalized.” “That was their logo on the helmet. A pacifier...2018-09-1927 min
Why'd I Buy That? An Advertising PodcastEpisode 15: Athlete Meets ProductSports Endorsements have a long and storied history, one that Abe and Ryan are happy to discuss in excruciating—and hilarious—detail. They’ll tell the tale of baseball legend Honus Wagner, throw in a few cautionary tales regarding athletes who lost their endorsements, and wrap up by grilling some diagonal meats. Notable quotes: “Baseball coaches in the 1890’s LOVED latin-based puns.” “Rough Hair Removal stood with him.” “Man, the horizontal grill. What’s up with that?”2018-08-2225 minWhy'd I Buy That? An Advertising PodcastEpisode 14: Cognitive Bias Returns!Just when you thought you were out, Ryan and Abe pull you back in. This time, they dive deeper into the world of cognitive bias, specifically in-group bias and the bandwagon effect. They’ll campaign for Eisenhower, shave numerous body parts, and wade into the PC vs. Mac vs. Samsung debate. Notable quotes: “Penguins favor each other.” “He’s got the prescription for some happiness.” “You’re the stodgy parent in this situation.” “He finds himself wearing a codpiece and tights.”2018-08-0925 minWhy'd I Buy That? An Advertising PodcastEpisode 13: Everything is Falling Into Place(ment)Have you ever wondered why your favorite product appears in your favorite movie? If so, you need a lesson in product placement courtesy of Abe and Ryan. In this episode, they dig into the story of E.T., wear some sunglasses with Tom Cruise, and spend some time lost on a deserted island. Notable quotes: “Aliens are incredibly gullible” “That’s a very nerdy tangent, that I’m glad we went on.” “In the 50’s there was a surplus of Raymonds.” “If you’re a brand, just throw a bunch of stuff in the ocean.”2018-07-2522 min
Why'd I Buy That? An Advertising PodcastEpisode 12: Taking a (Mental) ShortcutCognitive Biases are the predictable errors in judgement that our brains make all the time. These are one way in which we cope with everyday life, but they can be and are often exploited by advertisers. In this episode, Ryan and Abe examine a few of these biases and what they mean for advertising. They’ll dive deep into the world of discount orange juice, get the heart of “The Linda Problem,” and enjoy LeBron James shilling for sugary liquids. Notable quotes: “A miser is someone who hoards a lot of gold in a vault and then lets their house fall apa...2018-07-1125 minWhy'd I Buy That? An Advertising PodcastEpisode 11: If You Listen To This, You Will Want to Buy a Power Steering PumpInfluencers. Those people your social media-savvy friends go on and on about. Well now it’s your turn to learn something about them and turn the tables and win those conversations. You’ll be so cool that your social media-savvy friends will be at a loss for selfies. In this episode, Abe and Ryan examine just why influencers have so much power and discuss just some of the most common types of influencers, from Oprah to that guy who blogs about deodorant. Notable quotes: “Everybody knows, if you need to change your power steering pump, in addition to murder mysteries, NBC an...2018-06-2725 min
Why'd I Buy That? An Advertising PodcastEpisode 10: Experience is the Best AdvertiserGain a new appreciation of film festival marketing booths as Ryan and Abe explore the world of experiential marketing. Learn what experiential marketing is! Listen in awe as Ryan and Abe discuss their own encounters with experiences! (Including Abe’s virtual hot tub encounter and Ryan’s time as co-pilot of the Millennium Falcon). It’s an experience you won’t want to miss! (get it? Experience? Eh? Eh?) Notable Quotes: “Abe knows I LOVE shipping containers.” “Is there a designated sober person working at Guinness?”2018-06-1319 minWhy'd I Buy That? An Advertising PodcastEpisode 9: Battle RoyaleWho doesn’t love a good rivalry? Just a like a great sports rivalry, brands love to get in on having an archenemy. In this episode, Abe and Ryan break down some of the biggest brand rivalries in history, looking at their ads and the benefits that have come from a healthy competition. They’ll take on Ford v. Chevy, Reebok v. Nike, and even look at a brand that lost the war and is no more. Notable quotes: “Nineteen-Oh-Ten, that’s a great year.” “All these people with chronometers that aren’t being kept level, and they’re like, finally, there’s2018-05-3025 min
Why'd I Buy That? An Advertising PodcastEpisode 8: Dis-AD-stersEvery advertisement contains within it the ability to fail spectacularly. Sometimes this is obvious in retrospect, but sometimes, the disaster is something nobody could plan for. Thrill as Ryan and Abe discuss some of the biggest unforeseen advertising disasters in history. They’ll avoid the Noid, relive the night disco died, and trade in a few banana peels for some quality consumer electronics. Notable quotes: In Abe’s world, Data Crunch cereal has a picture of Lt. Commander Data on the box and has a minty flavor.” “If you are eating a popsicle horizontally, you are doing it wrong.”2018-05-1622 min
Why'd I Buy That? An Advertising PodcastEpisode 7: The Affliction We All Suffer FromAre you one of those rare people who gets tired and/or bored of advertisements? In this episode, Abe and Ryan tackle the obscure condition known as “ad fatigue.” They’ll discuss what scientists wore in the 70’s, share the ads they find boring at the moment, and experience the horrors of “banner blindness.” Notable quotes: “They look like a squashed jelly bean/potato.” “I’m selling a sandwich, and I am serious!”2018-05-0221 min