
Behind the Numbers: an EMARKETER Podcast
EMARKETER’s podcast, Behind the Numbers, helps marketers, retailers, and advertisers understand the rapidly changing landscape of digital media. EMARKETER analysts and industry experts come together to analyze a wide variety of critical topics, from the transformative influence of AI to the dynamic world of social media, and the evolving landscape of consumer shopping habits. Stay informed and stay ahead with insights and analysis that matter. Tune in to new episodes published Monday through Friday wherever you find podcasts.
Latest episodes

May 27, 2025 • 21min
X Is Trending Again — What’s the Likelihood of a Comeback? | Behind the Numbers
On today’s podcast episode, we discuss how much the merger with xAI can move the needle for X, if the social platform can recoup the kinds of ad dollars it was making before Elon Musk bought them, and where X users have migrated to (if anywhere). Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, and Analysts Marisa Jones and Emmy Liederman. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.
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https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-btn-x-trending-again-what-s-likelihood-of-comeback
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May 23, 2025 • 20min
Amazon’s ‘Buy for Me’ and Smart CTV Ads Could Drive Growth — If Tariffs Don’t Get in the Way | Behind the Numbers
Rachel Wolff, a Retail Analyst at EMARKETER, joins the discussion to unveil Amazon's new 'Buy for Me' feature and its potential to enhance customer engagement. The team dives into innovative CTV ads that may drive growth amidst turbulent market conditions. They also shed light on how current tariffs could impact Amazon's advertising budgets and pricing strategies. With insights into Amazon’s use of AI and future revenue projections, this conversation explores the intersection of retail, advertising, and economic challenges.

May 22, 2025 • 30min
Measurement and ROI in Commerce Media | Behind the Numbers Special Edition
On this special edition podcast, we examine practical ways to track commerce media ROI—covering KPI selection, attribution, and cross channel measurement. EMARKETER Principal Analyst, Sky Canaves talks with Maev’s Michael Campi, PepsiCo’s Mike Glaser, and LiveRamp’s Christine Grammier in this panel from the May 9th EMARKETER virtual summit, Commerce Media Trends 2025. Listen everywhere you find podcasts, or watch on YouTube and Spotify.
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May 21, 2025 • 19min
Will Tariffs Make Secondhand the First Choice? | Reimagining Retail
On today’s podcast episode, we discuss how tariffs are impacting the circular economy, if these trends will stick around, and which companies stand to benefit. Listen to the conversation with our Senior Analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts Senior Analyst Sky Canaves and Analyst Rachel Wolff.
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For a transcript of this episode click here:
https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-reimagining-retail-will-tariffs-make-secondhand-first-choice
© 2025 EMARKETER
Founded in 2013, GIPHY is the visual platform where creators and brand partners make everyday expression a little more moving. Now, GIPHY Ads enables brands to connect with audiences through ads people share, not just see. GIPHY reaches over 1+ billion users daily, serving 14+ billion pieces of short-form content every day. For more, head to ads.giphy.com.

May 20, 2025 • 33min
Commerce Media Activations: From Strategy to Success | Behind the Numbers: Special Edition
On this special edition podcast, we explore how top brands master commerce media—choosing the right networks, weaving in existing channels, and optimizing for maximum impact. EMARKETER’s Sarah Marzano hosts InfoSum’s Senior Vice President, Sales, North America, Marc Cestaro and Kettle & Fire’s Senior Director, Media and Omnichannel, Niccolò Gloazzo in this live panel from EMARKETER’s May 9th virtual summit, Commerce Media Trends 2025. Listen everywhere you find podcasts, or watch on YouTube and Spotify.
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May 19, 2025 • 29min
TikTok’s Fate, LinkedIn’s Content Pivot, and Why Reddit is a Sleeping Giant | Behind the Numbers
On today’s podcast episode, we discuss the most likely outcome for the TikTok saga, if LinkedIn is risking its professional identity by pivoting towards being a content platform, Pinterest’s latest initiative to become the shopping destination, and why Reddit is somewhat of a sleeping giant. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, Vice President and Principal Analyst Jasmine Enberg, and Senior Analyst Minda Smiley. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.
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For a transcript of this episode click here: https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-tiktok-s-fate-linkedin-s-content-pivot-why-reddit-sleeping-giant-behind-numbers
© 2025 EMARKETER

May 17, 2025 • 46min
Commerce Media Trends and Opportunities | Behind the Numbers: Special Edition
Lauren Griewski, Head of Sales and Partnerships for Chase Media Solutions, shares insights on how commerce media is transforming the advertising landscape. She discusses the impact of economic challenges on retail media and the innovative strategies from giants like Amazon and DoorDash. The conversation covers the role of generative AI in content creation and emphasizes the importance of personalized marketing in building brand loyalty. Plus, they explore how consumer insights can inform tailored marketing strategies for various life stages.

May 16, 2025 • 30min
Navigating Tariffs: How Advertisers Are Weathering the Shifting Storm | Behind the Numbers
On today’s podcast episode, we discuss what we expect from consumer spending in Q2, the three scenarios we expect for total media (and digital) ad spending, and how marketers are reacting to everything. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, Principal Forecasting Writer Ethan Cramer-Flood, and Senior Forecasting Analyst Zach Goldner. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.
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For a transcript of this episode click here:
https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-btn-navigating-tariffs-how-advertisers-weathering-shifting-storm
© 2025 EMARKETER
Founded in 2013, GIPHY is the visual platform where creators and brand partners make everyday expression a little more moving. Now, GIPHY Ads enables brands to connect with audiences through ads people share, not just see. GIPHY reaches over 1+ billion users daily, serving 14+ billion pieces of short-form content every day. For more, head to ads.giphy.com.

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May 14, 2025 • 18min
Can GenAI actually change how people shop? | Reimagining Retail
In this engaging discussion, Carina Perkins, a Senior Analyst at EMARKETER specializing in retail, explores how generative AI is transforming the shopping experience. She highlights its role across the shopper journey, from advertising to customer service, and the tension between consumer control and AI reliance. Carina delves into the importance of trust in AI recommendations, the limitations of AI with emotionally-driven purchases, and emphasizes the need for retailers to focus on seamless shopping experiences that resonate with consumers.

May 13, 2025 • 19min
The Consumer Debt Elephant in the Room | The Banking & Payments Show
In today’s episode, we talk about how much debt consumers have, which buckets it lives in, and the likelihood of a ‘debt jubilee’. Join the discussion with host and Head of Business Development Rob Rubin, Senior Analyst Grace Broadbent and Senior Director of Forecasting Oscar Orozco.
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For a transcript of this episode click here:
https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-banking-payments-show-consumer-debt-elephant-room
© 2025 EMARKETER
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