
Marketing Against The Grain
Kipp Bodnar (HubSpot’s CMO) and Kieran Flanagan (Zapier’s CMO), lead you down the rabbit hole of marketing trends, growth tactics and innovation. On the way you’ll pick up undiscovered strategies to give you that slight edge for success. These are not your typical twitter thread regurgitated marketing tactics that everyone is doing. These are new methods, with unfiltered examination of successful fresh ideas.
Latest episodes

16 snips
May 27, 2025 • 23min
How I Create Expert-Level Presentations Using AI in 20 Minutes (2 Prompts)
Imagine creating a world-class presentation in just 20 minutes using only two AI prompts! Discover how marketers can leverage tools like GenSpark and Claude to streamline their slide decks. Learn to choose effective presentation types and integrate brand style guides to make your content pop. The podcast reveals systematic techniques for crafting compelling product launch presentations, ensuring your narrative resonates with audiences while saving you tons of time. Get ready to elevate your presentation game effortlessly!

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May 22, 2025 • 14min
I Created a $200k MBA-Level Marketing Course with 1 AI Prompt
Imagine crafting an MBA-level marketing course using just one AI prompt. The hosts reveal their step-by-step process for developing a high-value curriculum in minutes. They emphasize the importance of blending hands-on lessons with theory, ensuring marketers can immediately apply what they learn. Plus, you'll discover unique methods for integrating AI seamlessly into your marketing strategy, unlocking new potential for your team.

46 snips
May 20, 2025 • 8min
Using GPT-o3 to Replace My Creative Director (FREE PROMPT)
Can AI be the ultimate creative director? Discover how the O3 model generates stunning ad campaigns by transforming brand guidelines into creative briefs and digital ads. Learn about the magic of combining smart prompts with image generation for jaw-dropping results. The discussion dives into mastering AI prompt chains, revealing top tricks to use O3 as a high-skill marketing partner. What does this mean for the future of creativity? Tune in to explore the innovative overlap of technology and marketing!

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May 15, 2025 • 15min
Become a Google-Level Prompt Engineer in 20 Minutes
Discover how to craft powerful AI prompts to transform PDFs into useful marketing templates. Learn to create custom prompts tailored for specific business goals, like developing a 30-day launch plan. Unlock the potential of decision-making prompts that streamline efficiency with B2B strategies. This insightful discussion equips you with practical applications to elevate your marketing tactics and embrace AI as a tool for success.

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May 13, 2025 • 30min
This AI Replaces Your Marketing Team in 30 Minutes (Step-by-Step)
Explore how to supercharge your marketing efforts using AI in under 45 minutes. Discover step-by-step instructions to create custom GPTs that act like elite marketers for various roles. Learn how to optimize campaign strategies and enhance data management for growth. Uncover innovative tactics to elevate brand marketing and overcome real business challenges without hiring new staff. Embrace the future of marketing by building your own virtual marketing team powered by cutting-edge AI.

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May 8, 2025 • 18min
This AI Assistant Will Organize Your Life (No More Chaos)
Discover how AI can revolutionize your productivity by organizing your workday! Learn strategies for automating workflows and optimizing meetings. Find out how to integrate tools like Claude and ChatGPT with Google tools. Plus, tips on creating a custom personal assistant to keep your tasks in check. Say goodbye to chaos and hello to efficiency!

25 snips
May 6, 2025 • 21min
Your Boss Will LOVE This Pitch Deck Hack (FREE AI)
Discover how to create eye-catching pitch decks in under 30 minutes using AI tools. Learn why many slide generators fall short and how to leverage Genspark and ChatGPT for a polished brand look. Explore pro tips on transforming AI outlines into compelling presentations without getting lost in design details. Uncover the future of pitch deck creation with a focus on improving quality and structure. Say goodbye to hours in PowerPoint and embrace streamlined, effective presentations!

118 snips
May 1, 2025 • 24min
I Built a Personal Marketing Coach With One Prompt
Discover how to create a custom AI-powered marketing grader in just minutes. The discussion dives into using AI to analyze and enhance marketing strategies, emphasizing timeless copywriting techniques and effective product positioning. Learn how to craft unique prompts to elevate your campaigns—be they product launches or landing pages. With practical insights, this conversation equips you with the tools needed to transform flat marketing tactics into compelling strategies.

65 snips
Apr 29, 2025 • 27min
This ONE Prompt Will Make You Top 1% at Marketing
Discover how to build an advanced AI prompt library for marketing, inspired by elite strategists and historical figures. Dive into brand marketing's role in growth and recognition with practical examples, and explore innovative strategies derived from thought leaders like Einstein and Musk. Learn to utilize historical principles, like those of Alexander the Great, to shape modern marketing tactics. This insight-rich discussion offers actionable tools to elevate your marketing game, no matter your level.

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Apr 24, 2025 • 28min
Using ChatGPT o3 to Plan our 2025 Marketing Campaign
Discover how OpenAI's new o3 model is poised to revolutionize marketing with AI-generated creative. Learn about innovative techniques to rapidly produce campaign assets and engage audiences with interactive ads. Explore AI's memory feature, enhancing storytelling and brand consistency in marketing. The discussion highlights the transformative potential of AI in B2B strategies, making personalized content creation more efficient. Unearth the future of marketing campaigns and the power of tools like Sora to unlock new possibilities!