Best Midroll Media Podcasts (2025)

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Elon, AI & The Curious Key To Peace 18:12

3d ago18:12

18:12

When an interview on AI and the future of warfare gets postponed by the birth of a child,Cal turns to the web to satisfy his curiosity on the topic —and stumbles upon something larger than he expected. What he finds is a fresh way to look at conflict in the age of intelligent machines… and an idea that could change everything. It’s simple. It’s anc…

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Ep. 83 Giuseppe La Rocca on Customer Outcomes, AI, and the Future of AdTech 26:54

3d ago26:54

26:54

In this episode of the AdTechGod Pod, Giuseppe La Rocca, VP Global Enterprise at StackAdapt, shares his journey from a blue-collar background to becoming a leader in ad tech. He discusses his experiences at Yahoo, the transition to StackAdapt, and the importance of understanding the differences between mid-market and enterprise clients. Giuseppe em…

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The Refresh News: Agencies, AI, and the Streaming Shake-Up 10:09

4d ago10:09

10:09

In this episode of The Refresh News, host Kait unpacks a headline-heavy week across the advertising industry, setting the stage for big Cannes conversations. From Warner Bros. Discovery’s strategic split to Mark Read’s departure from WPP, and a flurry of pre-Cannes product rollouts, this episode highlights how the future of media, agency relevance,…

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AI & The Great Photographer 12:16

10d ago12:16

12:16

Cal reads about artificial intelligence models that have written their own code in order to escape being shut down. He ponders the friction between the light side and dark side of AI as he mourns the passing of the photographer Sebastiao Salgado, who made a life of finding the best in humanity in some of the darkest times imaginable. Sebastiao and …

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Ep. 82 Quality Over Chaos: Heather Carver on Building a Smarter AdTech Future 25:45

10d ago25:45

25:45

Heather Carver, Chief Revenue Officer at Freestar, shares her journey in the ad tech industry, discussing her experiences from working at various companies to her current role. She highlights the evolution of publisher monetization, the impact of AI on the industry, and her optimistic view on the future of advertising technology. Heather emphasizes…

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The Refresh News: June 9 - Brand Safety Scandals, AI Missteps, and FTC Crackdowns 6:31

11d ago6:31

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In this episode of The Refresh, Kait walks us through an overlooked but impactful week in advertising. From explosive revelations about brand ads on explicit platforms, to Meta’s push for fully automated AI-driven ad creation, and a new FTC investigation into media watchdogs, this week’s headlines raise deeper questions about trust, transparency, a…

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A Breath Of The Future 7:45

17d ago7:45

7:45

Cal takes a breath of fresh air after a friend goes through double lung-transplant surgery and comes out with a new life. This story will make anyone with a medical problem wonder about the possibilities of medicine in the age of AI.By Cal Fussman

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Ep. 81 From Buying to Building: Bari Bucci on Streaming, Strategy, and Staying Curious 25:11

17d ago25:11

25:11

AdTechGod is joined by Bari Bucci, Senior Director of Programmatic Partnerships at Warner Brothers Discovery. She shares her journey from the buy side to the sell side of advertising. She discusses the importance of relationships in her career, the value of asking questions, and how her experiences shape her insights into the streaming and CTV land…

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The Refresh News: June 2nd - Interview with James Rosewell on Saving the Open Web + AI Anxiety and Media Upheaval on The Refresh weekly news 26:39

18d ago26:39

26:39

In this episode, AdTechGod interviews James Rosewell, co-founder of Movement for an Open Web, discussing the evolution of the open web, the implications of the Privacy Sandbox, the importance of web browsers, and the future of regulation in the digital advertising landscape. They explore the impact of political changes on antitrust initiatives and …

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Two Marathons A Day For 12 Days — And A Bold Question About AI 29:34

24d ago29:34

29:34

What kind of person runs 1,000 kilometers in 12 days – twice? Meet Natalie Dau, a Guinness World Record holder who doesn’t just push the limits of human endurance — she redefines them. Cal dives deep with Natalie to uncover how she uses pain as fuel, movement as a message, and her voice — amplified by AI — to raise money, shift perspectives, and he…

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Ep. 80 Beyond the Feed: Vulnerability, Voice, and the Creator Economy with Shawn Lim 20:07

24d ago20:07

20:07

In this episode, Shawn Lim, founder of Human Algorithm, shares his journey from journalism to creating a purpose-driven media platform focused on personal branding and representation. He discusses the impact of his personal experiences and on his content creation and the importance of authenticity in personal branding. Sean emphasizes the challenge…

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The Refresh Live from MAU: The Great Mobile Reset: Measurement, Performance and AI. 32:21

28d ago32:21

32:21

Live from MAU Las Vegas and sponsored by InMobi, this episode features a dynamic conversation about mobile performance marketing. Hosted by Kunal Nagpal, the discussion includes insights from Zach Gryphon (WaveMaker) and Maulana Moore (AppsFlyer). Together, they explore measurement frameworks, attribution challenges, AI in marketing, fraud detectio…

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Education, Cheating & AI 50:23

1M ago50:23

50:23

In times when college students are using artificial intelligence to answer even introductory course questions like: “Briefly introduce yourself and say what you’re hoping to get out of this class?” we really have to wonder about how education is going to adapt to a future where students delegate nearly all their classwork to AI. Cal speaks with Jam…

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Ep. 79 Streaming Ahead: Ria Madrid on CTV, Performance, and Leadership 27:33

1M ago27:33

27:33

In this episode of the AdTechGod Pod, Ria Madrid, Vice President of Advertising at WURL, shares her unique journey into the advertising technology space, discussing her experiences at XUMO and the transition to WURL. She emphasizes the importance of performance marketing in connected TV (CTV) and how her background has equipped her to build effecti…

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The Refresh News: May 19 - Upfronts, AI, and the Future of AdTech 8:39

1M ago8:39

8:39

In this episode of The Refresh News, Kait from Marketecture breaks down the top stories shaking up the advertising world. The focus is on the evolving nature of the TV upfronts, with a spotlight on how platforms are embracing ad tech to meet buyer demands. The Trade Desk makes headlines with the launch of OpenSincera, and Microsoft officially close…

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Our AI Evolution 13:19

1M ago13:19

13:19

In ten years, we’ll create content as fast as we can think it. That’s what the owner of a cutting-edge AI studio told Cal—and something clicked. This wasn’t just about technology. It was about humanity, about carbon merging with code. That’s when Cal decided to document the great unfolding: The evolution of our species as we begin to step into the …

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Ep. 78 FAST Forward: Bill Condon on the Future of Streaming 36:09

1M ago36:09

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In this episode of the AdTechGod pod, host AdTechGod interviews Bill Condon, former VP of Enterprise Sales and Partnerships at Xumo. They discuss Bill's extensive career in the advertising and media industry, the rise of FAST (Free Ad-supported Streaming Television), and the evolution of content distribution. Bill shares insights on the future of s…

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The Refresh News: May 12 Interview with Christian Muche from Beyond Ordinary (Possible) + New Fronts and the future of TV 22:43

1M ago22:43

22:43

In this episode, AdTechGod sits down with Christian Muche, CEO of Beyond Ordinary, to unpack the Possible event in Miami one of the most talked-about gatherings in advertising this year. Christian shares what made it click, how AI reshaped the conversation, and what’s next for Possible. Key Takeaways from the Interview: Possible was built to go bey…

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From Paralyzed To Powerful 54:50

2M ago54:50

54:50

After a devastating rugby injury to his spine seven years ago to this day, Robert Paylor was told he'd never walk again and the best he could hope for would be to one day be able to pick up a slice of pizza. He’s defied every expectation—standing to receive his college diploma and walking today with the help of a walker. In this episode, Robert sha…

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Ep. 77 30 Years of Chaos, Change & Curation A Candid Conversation with Bob Regular 34:47

2M ago34:47

34:47

AdTech God interviews Bob Regular, CEO and founder of InfoLinks. Bob reflects on his 30 years of experience, discussing the constant changes in the ad tech industry, the evolution of ad networks, and the importance of direct relationships with publishers. He emphasizes the need for transparency in advertising and the impact of emerging technologies…

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The Refresh News: May 5 - Bots, and Big Tech Earnings 7:29

2M ago7:29

7:29

AI and earnings took center stage this week. Perplexity’s building a browser, OpenAI wants to be your shopping assistant, and Big Tech dropped their Q1 numbers. We cover: Perplexity builds a browser – CEO Aravind Srinivas explains how Comet aims to work at the operating system level, enabling actions like scraping pages, taking actions on your beha…

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How 2025 Will Shape History Forever 13:58

2M ago13:58

13:58

A single year can easily get lost in time or echo for centuries. A thought-provoking conversation with Simon Sinek makes Cal take a look back at 1925, 1825, 1725, and 1625 — and forward to wonder if 2025 will be the most transformational year humanity has ever seen. Artificial intelligence is accelerating us forward and making us wonder how we’re g…

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Ep. 76 Curate, Don’t Complicate: Unlocking Curations Potential with Yen Nguyen 25:03

2M ago25:03

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In this episode of the AdTechGod Pod, Yen Nguyen, the SVP Head of Curation at Consumable, shares her journey on focusing in on curation. She discusses the evolution of curation in the ad tech space, particularly in audio advertising, and highlights the untapped potential of digital audio. Yen emphasizes the importance of bridging the gap between tr…

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The Refresh News: April 28 - Google Backs Off, Apple Gears Up 8:21

2M ago8:21

8:21

When the going gets tough, Big Tech finds a way to shift the blame. This week’s news? Google quietly backs out of cookie deprecation, fights for control in court, and Apple slowly makes its ad empire move. In todays news we cover: Google waves the white flag on cookies — After five years of chaos, Google scraps its opt-out prompt. The Privacy Sandb…

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Learning From Weight Loss Drugs 13:27

2M ago13:27

13:27

For decades, Cal steered clear of pharmaceuticals. But after assembling a new team of doctors and stepping on the scale and noticing a few extra pounds, he heard the same three letters over and over: GLP. These new drugs—GLP- 1s—aren’t just helping people shed pounds. They’re helping snuff out the brain’s hijacked hunger signals, replacing the rele…

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Ep. 75 Investing in What’s Next: Danilo Tauro on AI, Startups, and Strategic Shifts 26:59

2M ago26:59

26:59

In this episode of the AdTechGod pod, Danilo Tauro, Managing Partner at Aperium Ventures, shares his journey from engineering to the ad tech industry. He discusses his experiences at Procter & Gamble, Amazon Ads, and Uber Eats Advertising, highlighting the evolution of ad tech and the importance of networking and technology. Danilo also delves into…

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The Refresh News: April 21- The Antitrust Era Begins, Meta & Google Under Fire 6:59

2M ago6:59

6:59

They say everyone gets their day in court. For Big Tech, it’s looking more like a reckoning. Kait from the Refresh reports on this weeks news. This Week’s Breakdown: Meta on trial — Zuck, Sandberg, and Mosseri take the stand as the FTC argues Meta bought Instagram to “neutralize” a competitor. Old emails. Big receipts. Google found guilty — A feder…

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Bonus Episode: The Brand Forum with Workday’s Erika Lamoreaux 21:44

2M ago21:44

21:44

In this exciting second episode of Marketecture’s The Brand Forum, hosts Josh Palau and Jeremy Bloom sit down with Erika Lamoreaux, one of the driving forces behind Workday’s renowned brand strategy. Discover how Erika and her team leverage Workday’s forward-thinking culture to deliver meaningful experiences for both customers and employees. From a…

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The Refresh News: SAX Appeal: Spotify’s Bet on the Future of Audio Ads 18:35

2M ago18:35

18:35

In this episode of The Refresh, AdTechGod interviews Per Sandell, VP of Product at Spotify, discussing the launch of Spotify's ad exchange and its implications for advertisers and creators. They explore the importance of owning ad tech, the rise of generative AI in advertising, and how Spotify is building a strong user culture. The conversation als…

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Learning From Cooper Flagg 13:09

2M ago13:09

13:09

What would you choose: A shot at March Madness glory or a massive NBA contract? Cal dives into the $100 billion-dollar question facing Cooper Flagg—and what his decision tells us about ambition, friendship, legacy, and the values we hold as a society. A must-listen for anyone who’s ever faced a difficult choice.…

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