Madison and Wall Podcast

This week we review our latest work exploring digital services taxes in context of Canada-US trade disputes, the latest commentary from marketers' CEOs and CFOs on the impact of tarrifs on their businesses and more.

In this week's episode of the Madison and Wall podcast we review our latest work, including a review of the strategic choices broadcasters such as Canada's Corus, France's TF1 and Germany's RTL are making in the face of growing competition from streamers as well as the political reality facing global agency holding companies in the wake of last week's FTC consent decree.

Discover the vibrant energy of Cannes and its impact on the advertising industry! Enjoy personal anecdotes, like a whimsical train ride to Italy. Dive into the shifting landscape of ad tech with insights on how giants like Amazon and Roku are evolving. Explore Accenture's media strategy and the game-changing role of AI in marketing. This lively discussion blends industry news with personal reflections, providing a comprehensive view of current trends.

The podcast dives into the impact of WPP's CEO change on the agency landscape. Listeners will gain insights into a growing advertising sector, despite individual agency struggles. There's a fascinating discussion on Warner Bros. Discovery's split and how it affects video buying trends. The hosts also share their thoughts on Bell Media's strategic ad tech partnerships. Finally, they reflect on maintaining a work-life balance amidst economic challenges and manageable inflation.

In this week's episode of the Madison and Wall podcast we review our newest advertising forecast and some of the potential drivers of recent advertising strength in the US. We then explain why despite the upgraded forecast, many risks loom.

In this week's episode of the Madison and Wall podcast we review new economic news, discuss the impact of taxes on digital advertising, look at CPG industry growth rates and explore factors impacting the most recent quarter's ad market strength.

On this week's M&W Podcast we review our take on the potential consequences for foreign capital investment that may follow from tax policy changes in the US, go over new TV data we published on pay TV subscriptions, video ad loads and video spending and assess the news of Publicis' acquisition of a new influencer agency.

The podcast explores intriguing retail sales data, highlighting a surprising 9.4% rise in automotive sales amidst economic challenges. The discussion includes Walmart's burgeoning advertising business and insights on consumer behavior. The hosts also dive into Netflix's growth in ad-supported subscribers, providing a snapshot of shifting viewer preferences. Additionally, they analyze market dynamics and the implications of pulled-forward demand, offering a balanced view of optimism versus reality in today’s economy.

Zac Selby, the Global Addressable Lead for Dentsu Media, shares insights into the landscape of programmatic advertising and its critical role in digital marketing. He discusses the challenges facing the advertising sector, including the effects of tariffs and the changing dynamics of Google's search advertising. Zac emphasizes the importance of data in optimizing campaigns and navigating the complexities of audience targeting in a cookie-less environment, while also delving into how resource allocation impacts agency organization.

Scott Ensign, the Chief Strategy Officer at Butler/Till, shares his expertise on the dynamics of digital advertising. The conversation critiques Mark Zuckerberg's views on AI's influence on GDP. They delve into the latest GDP data and its implications for advertising strategies. Ensign highlights the importance of balancing creativity with data in marketing, the challenges of measuring ROI in digital platforms, and how mobile advertising is evolving. This insightful dialogue addresses the continuous shifts in consumer behavior and advertising trends.