Media Freak Podcast

In this episode, David Wilding tell us about his best work, we discuss the Guardian Awards, take a good look at brand vs performance advertising, and David shares what he'd do if he was starting out today...Welcome to S3E8 of The Media Freak Podcast hosted by Harriet, Jack, and Charlie - and very special guest David Wilding.This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and work from across the advertising spectrum.Got a problem you'd like the gang to get stuck into? You can submit it anonymously to Media Anon.To learn more about how Alchemy Network can help you de-clutter the ad-tech world & connect agencies + brands with ad-tech partners - drop an email to [email protected] anything else, hit us up on Insta, TikTok (Both @ TheMediaFreakPodcast) or via email: [email protected]

In this episode, Bérengère investigates attention measurement in the media world, we discuss the low-blow Big Tech took from down under, as well as having a wee look at how AI layoffs effect the agency world.Welcome to S3E7 of The Media Freak Podcast hosted by Harriet, Jack, and Charlie - and returning special guest BérengèreThis is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and work from across the advertising spectrum.Got a problem you'd like the gang to get stuck into? You can submit it anonymously to Media Anon.To learn more about how Alchemy Network can help you de-clutter the ad-tech world & connect agencies + brands with ad-tech partners - drop an email to [email protected] anything else, hit us up on Insta, TikTok (Both @ TheMediaFreakPodcast) or via email: [email protected]

In this episode, we chat to Sally Weavers about the launch of the brilliant Media Planning Group, discuss shifting social habits & the 'dead internet' theory, plus the newest wave of product innovation from big tech - a step in the right direction or a slippery road to a real-life Black Mirror episode?Welcome to S3E6 of The Media Freak Podcast hosted by Jack, Bukky, and Charlie - and special guest Sally Weavers.This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and work from across the advertising spectrum.Got a problem you'd like the gang to get stuck into? You can submit it anonymously to Media Anon.To learn more about how Alchemy Network can help you de-clutter the ad-tech world & connect agencies + brands with ad-tech partners - drop an email to [email protected] anything else, hit us up on Insta, TikTok (Both @ TheMediaFreakPodcast) or via email: [email protected]

In this episode, we chat to the lovely Greg about OOHTV, pop the hood on OpenAI's foray into the advertising world, and chat HIGH FAT SALT SUGAR!!!Welcome to S3E5 of The Media Freak Podcast hosted by Jack, Bukky, and Charlie - and special guest Gregg Ball.This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and work from across the advertising spectrum.Got a problem you'd like the gang to get stuck into? You can submit it anonymously to Media Anon.To learn more about how Alchemy Network can help you de-clutter the ad-tech world & connect agencies + brands with ad-tech partners - drop an email to [email protected] anything else, hit us up on Insta, TikTok (Both @ TheMediaFreakPodcast) or via email: [email protected]

In this episode, we talk all things AI Audio with serial entrepreneur Charlie Cadbury, we also explore Meta's foray into the living room (lean-back doomscrolling?!?!?), and finally we take a look at the hottest vibe-coded app in town (10deepmedia.com/media-lunch).Welcome to S3E4 of The Media Freak Podcast hosted by Harriet, Jack, Bukky, and Charlie.This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and work from across the advertising spectrum.Got a problem you'd like the gang to get stuck into? You can submit it anonymously to Media Anon.To learn more about how Alchemy Network can help you de-clutter the ad-tech world & connect agencies + brands with ad-tech partners - drop an email to [email protected] anything else, hit us up on Insta, TikTok (Both @ TheMediaFreakPodcast) or via email: [email protected]

In this episode, we talk 'supercharged planning' with Publicis strategy guru Kate Mitchell-Gears, we scratch the surface of social media addiction & industry ethics, plus take a view on much-beleaguered WPP's newest consolidation.Welcome to S3E3 of The Media Freak Podcast hosted by Harriet, Jack, Bukky, and Charlie.This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and work from across the advertising spectrum.Got a problem you'd like the gang to get stuck into? You can submit it anonymously to Media Anon.To learn more about how Alchemy Network can help you de-clutter the ad-tech world & connect agencies + brands with ad-tech partners - drop an email to [email protected] anything else, hit us up on Insta, TikTok (Both @ TheMediaFreakPodcast) or via email: [email protected]

In this episode, we go all acronym-y, discussing the BBC and YouTube's curious carriage deal, Sky's attempt to prize away SME cash from the tech bros, and the anonymous industry leaders concerned about the direction of the media world.We're also joined my Michael Smith - Senior Director at Camphouse, who shares some gamechanging info on what they're up to in market. Welcome to S3E2 of The Media Freak Podcast hosted by Harriet, Jack, Bukky, and Charlie.This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and work from across the advertising spectrum.Got a problem you'd like the gang to get stuck into? You can submit it anonymously to Media Anon.To learn more about how Alchemy Network can help you de-clutter the ad-tech world & connect agencies + brands with ad-tech partners - drop an email to [email protected] anything else, hit us up on Insta, TikTok (Both @ TheMediaFreakPodcast) or via email: [email protected]

In this episode, the gang welcome Mediaplus CEO Celine Saturnino, do some silly impressions, mull over Dentsu's sale (or lack of!), and discuss YouTube's new policy of monetising sensitive topics.We're so back! Welcome to S3E1 of The Media Freak Podcast hosted by Harriet, Jack, Bukky, and Charlie.This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and work from across the advertising spectrum.Got a problem you'd like the gang to get stuck into? You can submit it anonymously to Media Anon.To learn more about how Alchemy Network can help you de-clutter the ad-tech world & connect agencies + brands with ad-tech partners - drop an email to [email protected] anything else, hit us up on Insta, TikTok (Both @ TheMediaFreakPodcast) or via email: [email protected]

In this episode, the gang discuss Mastercard’s new commerce media platform, WPP’s $400m Google bet (plus Mystic Buk’s prediction…), Job cuts in 2026, and brands returning to public ownership.Welcome to S2E7 of The Media Freak Podcast hosted by Harriet, Bukky, and Charlie.This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and work from across the advertising spectrum.Got a problem you'd like the gang to get stuck into? You can submit it anonymously to Media Anon.To learn more about how Alchemy Network can help you de-clutter the ad-tech world & connect agencies + brands with ad-tech partners - drop an email to [email protected] anything else, hit us up on Insta, TikTok (Both @ TheMediaFreakPodcast) or via email: [email protected]

In this episode, the gang discuss LG's new partnership, Meta following Netflix et al with a paid ad-free subscription, and the winner of the EVA Rising Star award (and Future 100 Club class of 2025 member) Aaron Thomas takes a dive into being a father & work/life balance in the media world.Welcome to S2E6 of The Media Freak Podcast hosted by Harriet, Bukky, and Charlie - with special guest Aaron Thomas.This is the marketing and advertising podcast presented by a team from across the industry. Each episode will feature news and work from across the advertising spectrum.Got a problem you'd like the gang to get stuck into? You can submit it anonymously to Media Anon.To learn more about how Alchemy Network can help you de-clutter the ad-tech world & connect agencies + brands with ad-tech partners - drop an email to [email protected] anything else, hit us up on Insta, TikTok (Both @ TheMediaFreakPodcast) or via email: [email protected]