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Canned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 39: From Cannes to Canned - We say goodbye (for now) and share lessons learnedThe End of Canned? Sort Of.After 39 episodes, two live shows, 11 guests, countless marketing debates and more technical glitches than any podcast deserves, Steph Quantrill and Ben van Rooy are wrapping up Canned: The Marketing Podcast. But this isn’t a dramatic farewell episode, it's a debrief. From why they started the podcast after Cannes Lions, to what actually goes into producing weekly content, the pair unpack the highs, lows, surprises and lessons from a year of talking marketing every single week. They also share what worked, what flopped, what they’d do differently, and what’s next fr...
2026-05-2849 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 38: Why Brands Chase Trends - we Break Down the Successes and FailuresSteph Quantrill and Ben van Rooy unpack the rise of food trends, cultural influence and why brands are obsessed with staying relevant. From matcha and bubble tea to Stanley Cups and Labubu, this episode explores how trends form, where they spread from, and why marketers often mistake short-term hype for long-term opportunity. Broadcasting from Japan and Melbourne, Ben and Steph compare the cultural influence of East versus West, debate whether brands should follow trends at all, and break down the commercial realities of jumping on the next big thing too early or too late. If you’ve ever wondered wh...
2026-05-2151 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 37: Blend In and Die: The Truth About FMCG DesignMost marketers obsess over campaigns, but forget about the battleground of the shelf. In this episode Steph Quantrill and Ben van Rooy sit down with Matt Grantham, Creative Director at OnFire Design, to unpack why packaging is often doing more heavy lifting than your entire media budget. From supermarket psychology to category-breaking brands, Matt brings global experience across FMCG, challenger brands, and retail design. Matt breaks down the game of retail - survival, perception, and sales in a brutally competitive environment where you’ve got seconds to win. What You’ll Learn in This Episode...
2026-04-3046 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 36: Brand Comebacks - Bonds, Crocs and the Business of Staying RelevantSome brands disappear. Others just go quiet. In this episode, Steph Quantrill and Ben van Rooy unpack the real mechanics behind brand comebacks. From failed revivals like Georgie Pie to cultural reinventions like Old Spice and Bonds, this is a forensic look at timing, culture, and brand equity. The importance of knowing what to bring forward and what to leave behind.What You’ll Learn in This Episode• Why nostalgia opens the door but doesn’t keep customers in the room • How dormant brand equity holds value and when it dis...
2026-04-2340 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 35: Stop Scripting Influencers: A Smarter Way to Use CreatorsSteph Quantrill and Ben van Rooy unpack one of the most overhyped and misunderstood areas in marketing, influencer marketing, or as Steph prefers, the creator economy. From Cannes trends to real-world campaigns, they explore why brands are still getting it wrong, where creators actually drive impact across the funnel, and why control is the enemy of effectiveness. If you’ve ever briefed an influencer and ended up with something painfully off-brand or overly scripted, this episode gets into the tension between creativity, trust, and results.What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why creators drive...
2026-04-1638 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 34: Why Agencies Are So Bad at Marketing Themselves with Kathleen GuntherCanned the Marketing Podcast Ep. 34 – Introduction / Hook Agencies spend their lives selling clarity, creativity and growth for clients, yet plenty are strangely average at marketing themselves. In this episode, Steph Quantrill and Ben van Rooy are joined by Kathleen Gunther, founder of Gunther Consulting and a specialist in helping agencies sharpen their positioning, stay visible and back up what they say with substance. From earned media and personal brand to content pillars, agency positioning and the rise of indie shops, this is a sharp look at why so many agencies blur into the background and...
2026-04-1047 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 33: Loyalty Programs - Building Love or Buying Behaviour?IntroductionLoyalty is one of marketing’s most overused and misunderstood ideas. In this episode, Steph and Ben unpack loyalty and challenge whether most programs are building genuine connection or just bribing repeat behaviour. From airlines to supermarkets to cult brands, they explore why some brands earn loyalty while others manufacture it and what that means for marketers navigating rising acquisition costs and endless choice. If you’ve ever questioned whether your loyalty program is doing anything meaningful, this one will make you rethink the entire strategy. What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeLoyalt...
2026-04-0245 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 32: Small Budget. Big Ambition. B2B Marketing That Actually WorksLive from the B2B Marketing Conference in Auckland, Steph Quantrill (Cue Marketing) and Ben van Rooy (Human Digital) sit down with two operators who actually live the “do more with less” reality. Fiona Taimana, GM Marketing at Noel Leeming, manages a $200M commercial business with just a sliver of budget, while Anna Henwood, CEO of Stickybeak and former Les Mills CMO, is scaling a global SaaS business with a lean team. This episode unpacks what really drives impact in B2B when budgets are tight, expectations are high, and every decision counts. What You’ll Learn in This...
2026-03-2638 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 31: Strong Foundations, Smarter Marketing: Rethinking Your MarTech StackMarTech is having a moment — again. But between AI hype, bloated tech stacks, and dashboards no one trusts, most marketers are quietly wondering if they’ve overcomplicated things. In this episode of Canned, Steph Quantrill (Cue Marketing) and Ben van Rooy (Human Digital) strip it back. They unpack what a modern MarTech stack actually looks like across B2B and B2C, how AI is changing the game (without fixing your fundamentals). What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeMarTech ≠ Tools for the sake of tools It’s the systems and platforms use...
2026-03-1947 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 30: Inside Luxury Marketing: Craft, Scarcity and the Status GameLuxury brands play a completely different marketing game. In this episode of Canned the Marketing Podcast, Ben van Rooy from Human Digital and Steph Quantrill from Cue Marketing unpack the world of luxury marketing and why brands like Louis Vuitton, Hermès and Gucci operate by rules that most marketers would never dare follow. From the origins of European craftsmanship to modern scarcity strategies and billion-dollar brand empires, they explore why luxury continues to command eye-watering prices and intense loyalty. If you’ve ever wondered why people wait years for a Birkin bag or why some brands refuse to dis...
2026-03-1246 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 28: Think You’ve Moved Beyond the 4Ps? Think Again.The 4Ps might be Marketing 101, but are we actually using them properly?In this episode of Canned, Steph Quantrill from Cue Marketing and Ben van Rooy from Human Digital go deep on Product, Price, Place and Promotion and why these fundamentals still shape the strongest brands in New Zealand and Australia. Then in a special guest section, Kaleb Mearns joins to launch a new partnership survey in conjunction with the Marketing Association, unpacking why agencies and clients need to take a hard look at how they work together. Th...
2026-02-2750 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 27: The State of Marketing in NZ: Are We Raising the Bar or Lowering It?What does it take to futureproof an entire profession? On this episode of Canned, Ben van Rooy and Stephanie Quantrill sit down with John Miles, CEO of the New Zealand Marketing Association, to unpack how NZMA has evolved from its direct mail roots into a national engine room for marketing capability. John shares how COVID forced a fast pivot to digital learning, why leadership pathways matter more than ever, and the importance of a professional body in a profession that doesn't require one. If you care about lifting standards in...
2026-02-1947 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 26: The Challenger’s Advantage: Why the Underdog Thinks SmarterWhen you’re up against a giant, you do not outspend them. You out-position them. In this episode of Canned, Ben van Rooy and Stephanie Quantrill unpack challenger brands versus market leaders and why bigger is not always better. From Pepsi taking on Coca-Cola at the Super Bowl, to Whittaker's holding its ground against Cadbury, and how Skinny emerged in response to 2degrees, this is a sharp, practical breakdown of how David can beat Goliath. If you manage brand in NZ or Australia, this one is worth a listen.What You’ll Learn in Thi...
2026-02-1246 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 25: Where to Play, How to Win (And What to Stop Doing) - The Strategy EpisodeStrategy gets talked about a lot in marketing—but is rarely defined well. In this episode of Canned: The Marketing Podcast, hosts Steph Quantrill (Cue Marketing) and Ben van Rooy (Human Digital) cut through the noise to unpack what strategy really is, why so many businesses confuse it with tactics, and how that confusion quietly kills focus, momentum, and results.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeStrategy is a set of choices, not a plan True strategy answers where you play and how you win—...
2026-02-0440 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 22: End-of-Year Marketing Reckons: Who Nailed It, Who Blew ItIt’s the Canned Christmas special — and we’re not handing out participation trophies. Hosts Steph Quantrill (Cue Marketing) and Ben van Rooy (Human Digital) are joined by brand strategist and cultural commentator Eugene Healey for a sharp, no-holds-barred breakdown of the brands that defined 2025 — for better and for worse. From Cannes side-quests to culture-war campaigns, this episode cuts through the hype to ask one brutal question: did it actually work?What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy Cannes feels more like a tech festival than a creative oneWho really...
2025-12-2457 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 21: Why OOH Still Wins When Digital Gets IgnoredSteph Quantrill (Cue Marketing) and Ben van Rooy (Human Digital) step outside the scroll and into the real world to unpack why Out-of-Home advertising (OOH) still stops people in their tracks. From billboards and bus wraps to special builds and stunts that earn global attention, this episode is a sharp, practical look at how brands can win attention when screens are saturated. If you think OOH is just “big signs,” think againWhat You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy OOH Still Works in 2025 – How physical media cuts through digital fatigue and delivers recall.The Full Spectrum of OOH Formats...
2025-12-1846 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 20: Rebrand or Refresh? The Marketing Minefield UnpackedThis week, Steph from Cue Marketing and Ben from Human Digital dive head-first into the chaotic, emotional, reputation-threatening world of rebrands - from the corporate phoenix moments (hello, Accenture) to the “no one asked for this” refreshes that get marketers yelled at at BBQs. With real-world stories from Spark, Enviro NZ, Four Square, Griffins, Enron (yes, really), and NZ Post, they unpack what makes a rebrand sing — and what makes customers grab the pitchforks. Grab a chocky biccy and settle in.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe REAL Difference Between a Rebrand and a Refresh Why marketer...
2025-12-1142 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 19: B2B Marketing: Why It’s Harder, Smarter & Far Less Boring Than You ThinkB2B finally gets its moment in the spotlight. In this episode, co-hosts Ben van Rooy (Human Digital) and Steph Quantrill (Cue Marketing) dive into the misunderstood, often underestimated world of B2B marketing—where long sales cycles, buying committees, and high-stakes decisions make the work both exhilarating and brutal. From the politics behind procurement to the power of brand trust built years before a shortlist is even written, Steph and Ben unpack what really drives decisions in the boardroom. No jargon, no fluff—just the reality of modern B2B marketing that every marketer needs to understand.WHAT...
2025-12-0444 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 18: From Boardrooms to TikTok - The Rise of the Personal BrandHosts Steph Quantrill (Cue Marketing) and Ben van Rooy (Human Digital) dig into one of the most in-demand topics in modern marketing: personal branding. With audiences trusting individuals more than companies, this episode breaks down how personalities are shaping influence, loyalty and commercial outcomes.They highlight industry standouts like Eugene Healy, who commands half a million followers, and explore how figures like Jason Paris, Joely Hodson, and Dan Carter have built magnetic personal brands that lift entire organisations.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy personal branding is exploding for marketersHow the shift in trust from co...
2025-11-2738 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 17: Collabs Gone Wild: The Good, The Bad, and The What-Were-You-Thinking?This week, Steph from Cue Marketing and Ben from Human Digital dive headfirst into one of marketing’s most fun playgrounds: brand collaborations. From Balenciaga x Scholl (yes, the bunion shoe brand) to Four Square x Sawmill’s summer IPA, to why Barbie basically owned 2023, this episode hits everything from FMCG smashes to luxury chaos. If you love collabs, hate collabs, or have trauma from the Steinlager abstinence ring — you’re in the right place.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhat Makes a Brand Collab Actually WorkWhere the magic happens: overlapping audiences, shared brand DNA, and the al...
2025-11-2135 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 15: Slack, Snacks & Spring Rolls: How The Marketing Club Took OffThis week, hosts Steph Quantrill (Cue Marketing) and Ben van Rooy (Human Digital) sit down with Chanel Clark, founder of The Marketing Club (TMC), fresh off the very first Marketers Day. They unpack how one marketer’s side project turned into a cross-Tasman movement — complete with 1,000-strong Slack channels, sold-out events, and a goody bag that broke wrists. From the courage to start small to the art of building community, this episode celebrates the people shaping marketing’s new frontier.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeHow The Marketing Club Started as a Side HustleChanel reveals how a lo...
2025-11-0441 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 14: Scarily Good Marketing: Westpac’s Creative ComebackWhen was the last time a bank ad made you smile, or even think twice before spending? In this episode of Canned, hosts Ben van Rooy (Human Digital) and Steph Quantrill (Cue Marketing) sit down with Allie and Georgia from Westpac New Zealand to unpack how a bank known for caution turned heads with scarily creative campaigns. From hangover drinks to haunted houses, this episode proves finance marketing doesn’t have to be boring.💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode• Turning Financial Education into EntertainmentHow Westpac’s marketing team made topics like credit cards and spending habits engag...
2025-10-3146 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 13: LIVE from SXSW Sydney: The Future of Marketing is HumanRecorded live at South by Southwest Sydney, hosts Ben van Rooy (Human Digital) and Steph Quantrill (Cue Marketing) take the Canned the Marketing podcast to the stage for the first time. Joined by Alex Holden (EVT Group GM, Brand & Customer) and Matt Meffan (Aether AI), they debate the future of marketing, where does AI help, where does it hurt, and why the human element still matters most.AI Adoption vs. Human AdvantageHow leading brands like EVT are embracing AI tools without losing their human touch.From Efficiency to EmpathyWhy marketers must balance automation with emotion...
2025-10-2045 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 12: We Unpack Packaging - Why It Could Be Your Most Important Marketing ToolWhat makes packaging more than just a box? In this episode, hosts Steph Quantrill (Cue Marketing) and Ben van Rooy (Human Digital) unpack the power of packaging as a strategic marketing tool. From Louis Vuitton to Telegraph Hill, they explore how design, psychology, and sustainability all influence what we buy - and how great packaging can become a brand’s most valuable asset.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy Packaging Is Marketing, Not Just Design Steph and Ben break down how packaging drives brand recognition, positioning, and customer loyalty, especially at the shelf.How Distinctive Assets Are Buil...
2025-10-0945 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 11: Print Aint' Dead - Why Old School Media Still RocksSteph’s bruised from a spa mishap, Ben’s beard is thriving, and together we’re diving into one of marketing’s most overlooked weapons: print.From junk mail raids and luxury packaging to phygital QR hacks and Hell Pizza hydroponic billboards, this episode smashes the myth that print is yesterday’s news. We get into:Print’s Comeback – Why mailers, street posters, and in-flight mags cut through in ways digital just can’t.Sustainability Myths – Is print really less green than AI prompts and server farms? (Spoiler: not always).Luxury Cues – From Tiffan...
2025-10-0242 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 10: The Role of the CMO - past, present and futureStrap in, marketers. This week, Ben van Rooy (Human Digital) and Stephanie Quantrill (Cue Marketing) take you behind the closed doors of the C-suite to unpack the most misunderstood, and arguably most exciting, role in business: the Chief Marketing Officer.From career pathways to power plays, bold calls to boardroom politics, this episode is your masterclass in what it takes to thrive as a CMO.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe CMO’s Seat at the Table: Why being in the exec team (not just near it) is non-negotiable.Career Moves That Count: Why sideways step...
2025-09-2542 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 9: Beyond the 'Colouring Department' - How to set Marketing teams up for SuccessIn this episode, Ben van Rooy and Stephanie Quantrill explore the various structures of marketing teams within organisations, discussing the pros and cons of agency versus in-house setups.They delve into the importance of aligning marketing teams with business goals and the challenges of maintaining brand consistency while allowing for local market adaptations.The conversation also touches on the dynamics between marketing and sales, the role of leadership in supporting marketing efforts, and the need for creativity and data-driven decision-making in marketing. We love hearing feedback so get in touch with us...
2025-09-1949 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 8: The 2025 YouTube NZ Marketing Awards – Winners, Insights & Behind the ScenesThis week Steph and Ben dive deep into the biggest night on New Zealand’s marketing calendar – the YouTube NZ Marketing Awards. From standout campaigns like Vogel’s brand acts and the bold work from the NZ Herpes Foundation, to Spark’s Supreme win, they unpack what made the winners shine and why these awards matter for the industry.You’ll also hear:Behind-the-scenes stories on what it really takes to enter (and survive) the awards processHow judging works and why the process is more rigorous than many thinkThe tension be...
2025-09-1244 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 7: Pizza, Podcasts, and the Power of ResearchSummaryIn this episode, hosts Benn and Steph discuss a pizza launch at Hell Pizza and insights from recent marketing events focused on AI. They touch on cultural moments like Taylor Swift's engagement, the pitfalls of AI in advertising, and the rise of Spotify and YouTube in the podcasting space. The conversation shifts to the addictive nature of Labubu toys and the critical role of research in marketing strategies. They explore various research methods, the importance of customer feedback, and the integration of AI in marketing research, concluding with a reminder to prioritise research for successful marketing...
2025-09-0544 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 6: Dream Jobs in Marketing: How to Build Your CareerIn this episode, Steph and Ben discuss their personal experiences in the marketing field, exploring various career paths, dream jobs, and the importance of networking. They delve into the differences between agency and in-house marketing roles, the role of recruiters, and the significance of mentorship. Key takeawaysDream jobs in marketing can vary greatly.The importance of both networking and mentorship for a great career in marketing.How to harness the power of Linkedin.How to find the path that is right for YOUChapters00:00 Introduction and Exciting Plans03:02 Work Updates and Marketing Workshops05:59 Diverse Career Paths in Marketing09:08 Dream Jobs and Car...
2025-08-2943 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 5: Why Events Still Matter in Your Marketing StrategyIn this episode, Steph and Ben explore the evolving role of events in modern marketing. From media fragmentation and AI breakthroughs like ChatGPT-5 to practical event strategies, they discuss how marketers can better connect with audiences and maximise engagement.They share lessons from both B2B and B2C contexts, including unexpected wins like a cheese brand at a boat show, and emphasise why audience context, face-to-face interactions, and post-event follow-up are critical to success.The conversation also features insights from Spark Accelerate, with guest Daz Martin offering a behind-the-scenes look at how owned events...
2025-08-2545 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 4: How AI is Changing MarketingSummaryIn this episode, Ben and Stephanie discuss the evolving landscape of marketing with a focus on AI's impact. They explore social media bans, controversial marketing campaigns, and the role of AI in content creation and search. The conversation highlights practical applications of AI, insights from Procter & Gamble's research, and the future of marketing in a world increasingly influenced by AI agents.TakeawaysAI is becoming ubiquitous in marketing and business.Social media bans are being considered in various countries.Controversial ads can reignite brand conversations.AI can serve as a valuable assistant...
2025-08-1543 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 3: Navigating Marketing Challenges: Budget Cuts and CreativityIn this episode of Canned - the Marketing Podcast, hosts Ben van Rooy and Steph Quantrill discuss the challenges and strategies in marketing, particularly focusing on what to do when faced with budget cuts. They explore the importance of creativity, the impact of celebrity endorsements, and the necessity of building strong relationships with customers and partners. TakeawaysBudget cuts are a common challenge in marketing.Scarcity can drive consumer interest and engagement.Celebrity endorsements can turn a negative situation into a positive PR opportunity.Marketers should be proactive in managing budgets and expectations.Building relationships with customers is crucial for long-term su...
2025-08-1044 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 2: How to Win a Cannes LionJoin Ben and Steph as we cover the latest genius PR stories, cap off our week and dive into the latest news in Marketing. We break down what it really takes to win a Cannes Lion - with insights straight from the jury room. www.cannedmarketing.com Stephanie Quantrill - LinkedinBen Van Rooy - Linkedin
2025-08-0341 minCanned the Marketing PodcastEpisode 1: Cannes Lions: Cost, Value, and Is It Worth It?In this first ever episode of Canned, the Marketing Podcast, co hosts Ben Van Rooy from B2B agency Human Digital and Stephanie Quantrill, FMCG consultant and founder of Cue Marketing, unpack what it really took to self fund their trip from New Zealand to the Cannes Lions Festival. They were two of roughly 28 Kiwis on the ground, not on agency budgets, breaking down tickets, flights, apartments, baguettes and blisters. More importantly, they explore why the real ROI of Cannes sits in connections, creator conversations and the kind of world class work that makes you want to fight harder...
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