Episode 25: Rob Leathern - Why We Haven't Fixed Online Advertising Yet

Rob Leathern, a seasoned entrepreneur and former product leader at Google and Facebook, dives into the chaotic world of online advertising. He outlines a bold 10-step plan to improve the ad space, while candidly discussing why these changes are unlikely to materialize. Trust and transparency emerge as critical themes, highlighting the historical pitfalls of misleading practices. The conversation also touches on the challenges of retargeting, the need for collaboration in the industry, and the delicate balance publishers must maintain between ad revenue and user experience.