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YouTube Sponsorships: Longtail Success

Most ads stop working once the campaign ends; however, YouTube sponsorships deliver ongoing visibility, organic traffic, and engaging content that keeps your brand relevant long after the initial investment. More than just a video platform, YouTube is the second-largest search engine in the world, right…

Holiday Campaigns: The Gift That Keeps on Giving

Holiday Campaigns: The Gift That Keeps on Giving

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year for Brands to Connect with Listeners: Here, There, and Everywhere!  The holiday season is here, and while it might seem tempting to pull back on podcast ads in favor of other holiday channels, there’s no better time to…

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Why New Campaigns Make Better Cents in Q1

When your campaign reaches a loyal audience on the shows they love, the potential for engagement skyrockets-it’s all ears and eyes on deck. The odds are ever in your favor: targeting an engaged audience with the right demographics can be a game-changer. But as “they” (whoever they may…

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Brand Awareness and Performance: Baked In

Podcast advertising is unique in that it naturally integrates brand awareness into the listening experience. Unlike other forms of media, you don’t have to choose between building brand awareness and driving performance with podcast ads because awareness is inherently baked into the medium. 80% of…

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Measuring the Effectiveness of Podcast Advertising

Podcast ad spending continues to grow, and the IAB notes it’s on track to hit the $2.6 billion mark by 2026.  But how do brands measure podcast advertising effectiveness on performance and measure the return on investment? This increased consumption offers exciting opportunities to connect…

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Why Podcast Advertising Outperforms – A Beginner’s Guide

“Podcast advertising is a flywheel that has continued to accelerate small businesses into medium businesses, which ultimately become household names doing 9-figures plus of revenue. The combination of influential endorsements and effective pricing makes the medium nearly unmatched-and an extremely useful tool in your growth…

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The Power of Host-Read Ads 

Host-read ads are one of the most powerful tools for a brand’s podcasts or YouTube campaign. These leverage the credibility, personality, and trust that a host has cultivated with their audience, resulting in deeper connections and higher engagement. In this blog, we’ll explore the power…

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Ad Operations: Key Takeaways from Podcast Movement 2024

Ad Operations: Smooth Operators of Success Ad Operations (Ad Ops) teams are the foundation of successful advertising campaigns, ensuring everything runs smoothly from start to finish. While the podcast and YouTube ads we see and hear may seem effortless, there’s a lot of work behind…

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The Perfect Podcast Ad Placement

Finding the ideal podcast ad placement for your brand can transform your campaign. Whether you aim to engage niche audiences through podcasts or reach a broader demographic on YouTube: selecting the right ad type and placement is crucial. Let’s explore the types of podcast ads…

Spreadsheets for Podcast Advertising Efficiency

Spreadsheets may not be the hottest topic, but they are a BIG part of podcast advertising. Whether you’re managing client campaigns, tracking performance, or communicating with publishers, your agency’s spreadsheets play a crucial role in decision-making. In fact, when set up effectively, they become your…