Authenticity Is Everything: What Makes a Great Podcast Ad

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Podcast Advertising Works Best When It’s Authentic If you’ve spent any time researching, buying, or creating podcast ads, you’ve probably heard it before: authenticity matters. But what does that actually look like in practice? In the latest episode of AdStops, Authenticity Is Everything: What Makes a Great Podcast Ad, Tiffany…

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The Ultimate Guide to YouTube Sponsorships in 2025

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YouTube Sponsorships Deliver  Ready to take your brand from “seen it” to “can’t stop thinking about it”? YouTube sponsorships might just be your next best move. For brands looking to build lasting connections with audiences, YouTube sponsorships deliver ongoing visibility, organic traffic, and content that keeps your brand relevant long…

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Podcast Advertising Campaigns: Planning Q4 Podcast and YouTube Ads That Convert

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Why Smart Brands Plan Q4 Campaigns in Summer As you slip into summertime mode, Q4 might feel like a distant thought-somewhere beyond beach days and out-of-office replies. But brands with their sights set on holiday campaign success are already locking in podcast and YouTube advertising inventory. That’s because podcast and…

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Podcast Ads vs. Streaming Ads in 2025

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Podcast Ad Delivery We’re living in the matrix of podcast advertising-where two people can hear completely different ads on the same episode. That’s not a glitch. That’s just modern podcast delivery. If your team has been treating all audio ads the same-whether on streamed shows or downloaded episodes-you might be…

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Pixel Tracking: A Game Changer for Podcast Advertising

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Attribution is Everything When it comes to podcast and YouTube advertising, attribution is everything-yet it’s also one of the trickiest parts of campaign measurement. Promo codes and post-purchase surveys are helpful, but they don’t tell the full story of how a listener becomes a customer. That’s where pixel tracking comes…

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The Ultimate Guide to Podcast Advertising (2025)

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How to Plan, Buy, and Scale Campaigns That Convert Whether you’re trying to figure out how much this whole thing costs, how to avoid wasting your budget on the wrong shows, or how to go from testing to scaling without pulling your hair out-you’re in the right place. At ADOPTER…

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Set Yourself Up for Podcast Advertising Success

Podcast Advertising : Boost, Drive and Build  If podcast advertising is on your radar or you’re already running campaigns-there are key steps you can take…

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The Podcast and YouTube Ads That Stuck with Us

As we wrap up the year, we wanted to highlight some of the most memorable podcast and YouTube ads we came across. Whether it was…

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Podcast Advertising Market Research Report

Key Reflections on the 2024 Podcast Advertising Market By ADOPTER Media’s SVP Client Services Adam McNeil  The “Podcast Election” Year 2024 will go down as…

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Maximizing Podcast Advertising ROI: Seasonal and Year-Round Wellness Campaigns

New Year Glow to Loyalty That Grows The new year brings with it a surge of enthusiasm for change. “New Year, New You” campaigns dominate…

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Podcast Advertising Starter Kits: Strategies for Success

With a curated selection of products at a low cost, starter kits give first-time buyers a low-risk opportunity to experience your brand. Companies often use…

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YouTube AdSense and Direct Sponsorships: Finding the Right Fit

Monetizing YouTube content-or advertising on the platform-offers exciting opportunities for both creators and brands. Whether you’re considering YouTube AdSense, part of the YouTube Partner Program…

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