The Speed of Culture Podcast
ADWEEK & Suzy
To thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape, brands must move at The Speed of Culture. Join Matt Britton, Founder and CEO of Suzy, and key industry leaders, as they dive deep into shifting consumer trends within their industry, why it matters now, and how you can keep up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 20, 2025 • 26min
Luxe Redux: Jaguar Land Rover’s Charlotte Blank on reimagining iconic automotive brands
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Charlotte Blank, US Chief Marketing Officer of Jaguar Land Rover North America, joins Matt Britton to talk about redefining luxury through purpose, emotion, and experiential storytelling. From leading the bold relaunch of Jaguar to connecting Defender with grassroots causes, Charlotte shares how behavioral science, curiosity, and creativity drive marketing forward in an industry at a cultural crossroads.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Charlotte Blank on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 15, 2025 • 26min
Flying high: How the Eagles are dominating the marketing field with SVP of Marketing & Media, Jen Kavanagh
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton chats with Jen Kavanagh, SVP of Marketing & Media with the world champion Philadelphia Eagles, about redefining fan engagement, building global fandom, and leveraging athlete-driven content. They explore how winning, trust, and storytelling drive the business of football on and off the field.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Jen Kavanagh on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 13, 2025 • 41min
The priceless playbook: How Mastercard is using AI personalization to stay relevant
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Rustom Dastoor, EVP of Marketing and Communications for the Americas at Mastercard, to explore how one of the world’s most iconic brands keeps evolving—from “Priceless” campaigns to AI-driven personalization and brand storytelling in the age of creators.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Rustom Dastoor on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 8, 2025 • 23min
Future-proofing your brand in the AI era: Suzy’s Matt Britton talks strategy with 3C Venture’s Michael Kassan
In this special episode of The Speed of Culture live from Possible 2025, Suzy Founder & CEO Matt Britton joins 3C Ventures’ Michael Kassan to discuss themes from his new book, Generation AI. Together, they explore the rise of Gen Alpha, the future of work, and how brands can adapt to an AI-powered consumer culture.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Matt Britton on LinkedInFollow Michael Kassan on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 6, 2025 • 28min
Matt Britton and Toby Daniels on how AI has reshaped our world before we were ready (and how we can catch up)
This week, The Speed of Culture presents a special episode featuring Matt Britton in the guest seat with On_Discourse’s Toby Daniels. Matt discusses his new book Generation AI, diving deep into how AI is shaping childhood, education, identity—and the future of work. From parenting in the age of machine learning to how brands must evolve to stay relevant, this conversation offers a raw, personal, and future-forward take on what it means to grow up—and lead—in a world run by algorithms.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Matt Britton on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 1, 2025 • 28min
Artificial Influencer: Blitzscaling Ventures' Jeremiah Owyang on the age of AI influencers
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Jeremiah Owyang, General Partner at Blitzscaling Ventures, to discuss the rise of AI agents, the shift in digital advertising, and why human agency and empathy are the real power skills in an AI-driven world.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Jeremiah Owyang on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 29, 2025 • 35min
Code-free: Zapier CEO Wade Foster is rewriting the rules of automation in the Age of AI
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton talks with Wade Foster, CEO and Co-Founder of Zapier, about the rise of AI-driven automation, innovative strategies behind Zapier’s massive growth, and why empowering creativity with technology is reshaping the business landscape.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Wade Foster on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 24, 2025 • 32min
Rising from the ashes: Marian Salzman on creating a tobacco-free future for Philip Morris
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton talks with Marian Salzman, SVP at Philip Morris International. Marian shares her insights on PMI’s shift towards a smoke-free future, the transformational impact of AI in market research, and essential lessons from her fearless approach to career growth and innovation.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Marian Salzman on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 22, 2025 • 30min
VC V2.0: General Catalyst’s playbook for taking startup brands to the next level with Arielle Gross Samuels
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton speaks with Arielle Gross Samuels, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at General Catalyst. They explore how VC firms are rebranding for the AI era, why applied AI is reshaping industries, and what founders—and marketers—need to know about agility, brand, and building what's next.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizArielle Gross Samuels on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 17, 2025 • 30min
No expiration date: General Mill’s Doug Martin ensures classic food brands stay fresh
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Doug Martin, Chief Marketing Officer at General Mills, to unpack the evolving role of brand building in a world of AI, cultural noise, and shifting consumer expectations. From Cheerios to Progresso, Doug shares how legacy brands can stay relevant, human, and future-ready.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Doug Martin on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
