

The Measure Pod
Measurelab
The Measure Pod is your go-to fortnightly podcast hosted by seasoned analytics pros. Join Dara Fitzgerald (Co-Founder at Measurelab) & Matthew Hooson (Head of Engineering at Measurelab) as they dive into the world of data, analytics and measurement—with a side of fun.
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Feb 28, 2025 • 55min
#117 Marketing incrementality, attribution & ROI optimisation (with Jorge Roberto Ahumada Garcia @ Coppel)
Jorge Roberto Ahumada Garcia from Coppel, one of Mexico’s largest retailers and banks, dives deep into the intricacies of marketing analytics. He discusses the balance between modern technologies and traditional marketing principles. Topics include the evolving landscape of attribution models and the impact of e-commerce on business growth. Jorge also highlights the importance of human understanding in data analysis and explores the challenges of maintaining analytical credibility, especially with tools like GA4. His insights bring clarity to the complexities of marketing measurement.

Feb 14, 2025 • 16min
#116 Highlights from Superweek 2025!
Full show notes, transcript and AI chatbot - https://bit.ly/40Wf46m
00:00:40 Who are you? And what brings you to Superweek?
00:05:50 What’s been your favourite part of Superweek?
00:10:43 How would you explain Superweek to someone who’s never been before?
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Episode Summary:
In this week's episode of The Measure Pod, Dan catches up with attendees at Superweek 2025 in Hungary, a conference dedicated to data analytics. They share their favourite moments from the event and discuss the value of connecting with like-minded professionals, each bringing their own unique backgrounds and reasons for attending.
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About The Measure Pod:
The Measure Pod is a podcast hosted by Daniel Perry-Reed the Principal Analytics Consultant and Trainer at Measurelab and Bhavik Patel then Director of Experimentation and Analytics at LeanConvert - veteran practitioners of the marketing and product analytics industry. Join us, and the occasional guest, on our quest to make sense of the analytics industry, having some fun along the way.
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If you liked this episode, don't forget to subscribe to The Measure Pod on your favourite podcast platform and leave us a review. Let's make sense of the analytics industry together!
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Jan 31, 2025 • 54min
#115 Lessons from a data science content creator (with Egor Howell @ Deliveroo)
Egor Howell, a rising voice in data science and content creation at Deliveroo, shares his journey from physics to AI. He discusses the evolution of data roles, emphasizing the distinctions between data scientists and analysts. Egor highlights the importance of content creation for building skills and personal branding. He also delves into practical data modeling, A/B testing challenges, and the critical balance between statistics and business intuition, offering insights that inspire newcomers to thrive in analytics.

Jan 17, 2025 • 55min
#114 Sanity over vanity – focusing on metrics that matter (with Ole Bossdorf @ Project A)
In this discussion, Ole Bossdorf, an analytics expert at Project A, shares insights from his work with early-stage startups and established firms. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on meaningful metrics over vanity metrics, shedding light on how to navigate data scarcity. Ole discusses timing in data strategy and the necessity for collaboration across teams. He also explores the intricacies of running a direct-to-consumer supplement business, highlighting critical performance metrics for success.

Dec 13, 2024 • 58min
#113 MMM, MTA and the future of marketing measurement (with János Moldvay @ Funnel)
Full show notes, transcript and AI chatbot - https://bit.ly/4gs0BoK
Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/PbrJeY0fCtU
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:55 - Christmas Message and Podcast Plug
00:03:03 - Janos' Background and Career Journey
00:07:01 - Founding Atriba and Early Challenges
00:09:19 - Impact of GDPR on Attribution Modeling
00:10:58 - Factors Beyond Clicks in Marketing Measurement
00:15:25 - Defining Attribution Modeling and MMM
00:20:03 - Data-Driven Multi-Touch Attribution
00:22:17 - Pros and Cons of MMM vs. MTA
00:27:10 - Limitations and Realities of Attribution Models
00:30:43 - Measurelab Advertisement
00:33:42 - Applicability of Different Measurement Approaches
00:35:03 - Combining Different Measurement Methodologies
00:42:45 - Practical Impact on PPC Managers
00:45:21 - Convincing Decision-Makers to Adopt New Approaches
00:55:31 - Outro Questions
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Episode Summary:
In this week's episode of The Measure Pod, Dan and Bhav are joined by János Moldvay from Funnel to dive into the intricacies of Marketing Mix Modeling (MMM), Multi-Touch Attribution (MTA), and the future of marketing measurement. János shares his expertise on analytical methodologies and highlights the critical role of measurement in shaping effective marketing strategies.
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About The Measure Pod:
The Measure Pod is a podcast hosted by Daniel Perry-Reed the Principal Analytics Consultant and Trainer @ Measurelab and Bhav Patel then Director of Experimentation and Analytics @ LeanConvert - veteran practitioners of the marketing and product analytics industry. Join us, and the occasional guest, on our quest to make sense of the analytics industry, having some fun along the way.
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If you liked this episode, don't forget to subscribe to The Measure Pod on your favourite podcast platform and leave us a review. Let's make sense of the analytics industry together!
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Nov 29, 2024 • 52min
#112 Product analytics tool assessment
Full show notes, transcript and AI chatbot - https://bit.ly/4194ef8
Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/Jgdk7Ou93Bg
00:00:00 - Marketing and product analytics crossover.
00:04:24 - Brighton meetup for analytics.
00:08:32 - Product analytics platforms vs GA4.
00:11:05 - Product analytics platform considerations.
00:14:46 - Lifetime value and retention analysis.
00:18:28 - Product analytics and event data.
00:22:07 - Google Analytics limitations discussed.
00:24:58 - Measurelab advertisement
00:25:39 - Data discrepancies between analytics tools.
00:27:24 - Data collection and platform discrepancies.
00:30:09 - Product analytics integration challenges.
00:32:40 - GA4 platform limitations.
00:36:30 - Cookie banners and consent management.
00:39:10 - User experience and data collection.
00:44:45 - Integration buy-in for analytics platforms.
00:45:39 - Warehouse native analytics approach.
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Episode Summary:
In this week's episode of The Measure Pod, Dan and Bhav dive into the intricate world of product analytics. Dan shares his recent challenges relating to product analytics assessments, requirements, and navigating the vendor landscape. And Bhav offers up some insights into the evolving dynamics between marketing and product teams as they increasingly overlap in their interests.
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About The Measure Pod:
The Measure Pod is a podcast hosted by Daniel Perry-Reed the Principal Analytics Consultant and Trainer @ Measurelab and Bhav Patel then Director of Experimentation and Analytics @ LeanConvert - veteran practitioners of the marketing and product analytics industry. Join us, and the occasional guest, on our quest to make sense of the analytics industry, having some fun along the way.
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If you liked this episode, don't forget to subscribe to The Measure Pod on your favourite podcast platform and leave us a review. Let's make sense of the analytics industry together!
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Nov 15, 2024 • 52min
#111 ROI of analytics and GA’s gravy train (with Adam Greco @ Amplitude)
Full show notes, transcript and AI chatbot - https://bit.ly/3O88XGc
Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/bIYsp57Rmuo
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:05:15 - Crap Talks Brighton
00:07:11 - Analytics as an investment
00:10:57 - Analytics as a profit enabler
00:14:47 - Analytics team success without proof
00:18:19 - Thermostat vs. Thermometer analogy
00:23:54 - Optimising sales call strategies
00:24:04 - Measurelab Ad
00:25:22 - Simplicity in analytics adoption
00:29:41 - Empowering analysts through problem-solving
00:32:12 - Product-led growth experiment outcomes.
00:36:01 - End of Google Analytics era
00:40:03 - Modular data stack considerations
00:41:37 - Google Analytics and advertising impact
00:46:20 - Google Analytics and competition
00:49:57 - Personal hobbies of an analyst
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Episode Summary:
In this episode of The Measure Pod, Dan and Bhav welcome back Adam Greco from Amplitude. They discuss his recent MeasureCamp presentation on the ROI of analytics, as well as his impactful 'thermostat versus thermometer' analogy, which illustrates the role of analytics in decision-making — and much more!
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About The Measure Pod:
The Measure Pod is a podcast hosted by Daniel Perry-Reed the Principal Analytics Consultant and Trainer @ Measurelab and Bhav Patel then Director of Experimentation and Analytics @ LeanConvert - veteran practitioners of the marketing and product analytics industry. Join us, and the occasional guest, on our quest to make sense of the analytics industry, having some fun along the way.
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If you liked this episode, don't forget to subscribe to The Measure Pod on your favourite podcast platform and leave us a review. Let's make sense of the analytics industry together!
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Oct 25, 2024 • 40min
#110 Live from MeasureCamp London 2024: analytics in 2034
Full show notes, transcript and AI chatbot - https://bit.ly/4fe0FrC
Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/hSmKcauB_5E
00:00:00 - Introduction to The Measure Pod
00:00:22 - The Future of Data Collection
00:01:00 - The Reality of Data Accuracy
00:02:45 - The Need for 100% Data Collection
00:03:23 - The Trap of Data-First Thinking
00:04:26 - Data Silos and Business Expectations
00:06:07 - Politics and Bureaucracy in Organisations
00:07:28 - The Evolution of Analytics Roles
00:09:05 - Specialisation vs. Generalisation in Analytics
00:10:13 - The Changing Landscape of Data Science
00:12:34 - The Role of Analysts in Decision Making
00:14:07 - The Future of Machine Learning in Analytics
00:17:21 - Advertisement
00:21:09 - Ethics in Data Collection
00:25:31 - Public Perception of Privacy
00:28:13 - The Future of Analyst Roles
00:36:33 - Conclusion and Audience Engagement
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Episode Summary:
This week's episode of The Measure Pod was recorded live at MeasureCamp London, where Dan and Bhav discussed the future of analytics, specifically what it could look like in the next decade. The episode covered topics such as data accuracy, ethics, AI, and much more.
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About The Measure Pod:
The Measure Pod is a podcast hosted by Daniel Perry-Reed the Principal Analytics Consultant and Trainer @ Measurelab and Bhav Patel then Director of Experimentation and Analytics @ LeanConvert - veteran practitioners of the marketing and product analytics industry. Join us, and the occasional guest, on our quest to make sense of the analytics industry, having some fun along the way.
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If you liked this episode, don't forget to subscribe to The Measure Pod on your favourite podcast platform and leave us a review. Let's make sense of the analytics industry together!
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Oct 11, 2024 • 60min
#109 The analytics of PlayStation (with Gabor Mester @ Sony)
Full show notes, transcript and AI chatbot - https://bit.ly/47XYg1I
Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/ZF8VwfJHz5Q
00:00:00 - Introduction and Episode Overview
00:00:52 - Guest Introduction: Gabor Mester from Sony PlayStation
00:02:03 - Hosts' Backgrounds and Initial Thoughts
00:04:12 - Gabor's Career Journey at PlayStation
00:07:08 - Platform Analytics vs. Game Analytics
00:10:01 - Technology Behind Tracking In-Game Analytics
00:12:27 - Defining Engagement in Platform Analytics
00:15:21 - Visualising Data in Gaming Analytics
00:18:42 - Influence of Platform Analytics on Game Design
00:22:11 - Evolution of Analytics at PlayStation Over the Years
00:27:08 - Transition to Corporate Role at Sony
00:29:07 - Solving Cross-Company Analytics Challenges
00:32:14 - Skills for Career Progression in Analytics
00:37:24 - Maintaining Industry Knowledge and Networks
00:42:09 - Final Thoughts and Acknowledgements
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Episode Summary:
In this week's episode of The Measure Pod, Dan and Bhav had the pleasure of speaking with Gabor Mester, a seasoned analytics professional who has spent over 13 years at Sony, specifically with PlayStation. We delve into the intersection of gaming and analytics, and explore Gabor’s insights on career progression, leadership, and the unique challenges facing the gaming industry.
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About The Measure Pod:
The Measure Pod is a podcast hosted by Daniel Perry-Reed the Principal Analytics Consultant and Trainer @ Measurelab and Bhav Patel then Director of Experimentation and Analytics @ LeanConvert - veteran practitioners of the marketing and product analytics industry. Join us, and the occasional guest, on our quest to make sense of the analytics industry, having some fun along the way.
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If you liked this episode, don't forget to subscribe to The Measure Pod on your favourite podcast platform and leave us a review. Let's make sense of the analytics industry together!
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Sep 27, 2024 • 43min
#108 The death of accuracy: an obituary
Dive into the intriguing world of data accuracy and its implications in a digital landscape. The hosts explore the challenges posed by cookie regulations, questioning the reliability of incomplete data. Personal fitness tracking is also discussed, highlighting community competition and tech impact. They shine a light on the significance of effective stakeholder communication and robust tracking methods. Plus, there’s a fascinating comparison between modeled and actual data, emphasizing the value of directional accuracy in analytics.