In Clear Focus

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Jul 29, 2025 • 29min

In Clear Focus: Marketing Accountability with Jay Mandel

IN CLEAR FOCUS: Jay Mandel, founder of the Marketing Accountability Council, makes a return appearance to address the erosion of consumer trust in today's marketing landscape. Jay explains why the traditional playbook is dead, sharing outdated tactics for the "marketing graveyard." He discusses strategic restraint, using examples from Nike and Lush, and warns of the "Great Attention Heist" in the AI era. Learn how accountability, transparency, and value can build sincere, lasting brands.
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Jul 22, 2025 • 35min

In Clear Focus: Modern PR Strategies with Shanté Micah and Joshua Moody

IN CLEAR FOCUS: Guests Shanté Micah and Joshua Moody, co-founders of Good News, reveal how earned media builds unmatched credibility in today's fragmented attention landscape. They discuss the Good News Blueprint for systematic PR success, outdated practices to avoid, data-driven audience targeting, and creating compelling pitches under 200 words. Listen now to discover strategies for turning earned media coverage into lasting business assets.
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Jul 15, 2025 • 34min

In Clear Focus: Endless Customers with Marcus Sheridan

IN CLEAR FOCUS: Marcus Sheridan, the author of "Endless Customers: A Proven System to Build Trust, Drive Sales, and Become the Market Leader," explores thriving in the zero-click economy where customers get answers without visiting websites. Marcus discusses four pillars from his book: addressing "the big five" topics, leveraging video content, creating seller-free experiences, and humanizing brands. Discover strategies for building trust when AI recommendations dominate the zero-click landscape.
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Jul 8, 2025 • 28min

In Clear Focus: B2B Marketing Fundamentals with Kate Mackie

IN CLEAR FOCUS: Kate Mackie, EY partner and the author of July's Bigeye Book Club selection "B2B Marketing Fundamentals," explores four pillars of success: brand, reputation, relationships, and revenue. Kate discusses why brand matters in B2B Marketing, managing complex buyer journeys, leveraging AI for connected data, and translating marketing impact into business language. Kate shares her proven strategies for building stronger B2B brands and driving measurable revenue outcomes.
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Jul 1, 2025 • 28min

In Clear Focus: AI-Powered Video Ad Creation with John Gargiulo

IN CLEAR FOCUS: John Gargiulo, founder and CEO of Airpost.ai, explores how AI is revolutionizing video ad creation for brands. With 400,000+ UGC clips and advanced computer vision, Airpost enables professional video ads at scale. John discusses the shift from static to dynamic content, maintaining authenticity in AI-generated ads, and why he believes AI agents will replace traditional agencies within the next decade. Discover how brands can unlock consistent, high-quality video content creation.
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Jun 24, 2025 • 34min

In Clear Focus: Inclusive Marketing with Wilberline Previlon

IN CLEAR FOCUS: For Juneteenth and Pride Month, Bigeye Strategy intern Wilberline Previlon explores inclusive marketing. We revisit podcast interviews wth thought leaders, including Pepper Miller and Sonia Thompson, and rediscover how understanding history, language, and identity can shape authentic brand strategies. We hear from Sandy Skees about the difference between being an ally, advocate, or activist, and why cultural nuance is essential for connecting with LGBTQIA+ and minority audiences.  
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Jun 17, 2025 • 32min

In Clear Focus: Data-Driven Customer Experience Transformation with Mohamed Zaki

IN CLEAR FOCUS: Professor Mohamed Zaki of Cambridge University discusses his new book “Data-Driven Customer Experience Transformation.” Mohamed explores the shift from product-centric to customer-centric business models, distinguishing customer satisfaction from delight, and leveraging AI and data analytics to predict customer behavior. Mohamed also shares his insights on omnichannel experiences, personalization strategies, and real-world case studies, including Caterpillar's CX transformation.
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Jun 10, 2025 • 38min

In Clear Focus: What’s Right with America With Honorable Paul Johnson and Larry Aldrich

IN CLEAR FOCUS: Honorable Paul Johnson and Larry Aldrich, authors of "What's Right with America," challenge fear-driven narratives dominating media. They discuss how optimism drives innovation, the power of individual agency over collective thinking, and the economic strengths of the United States. The conversation explores marketing lessons from their data-driven approach to countering pessimism, the importance of entrepreneurship, and how brands can tap into shared American values rather than divisions.
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Jun 3, 2025 • 27min

In Clear Focus: Inside Coverings 2025

IN CLEAR FOCUS: Recorded at Coverings 2025, North America's largest tile and stone trade show, Seth Segura discusses Bigeye's creative direction for the event branding. Interior designers Marc Thee and Carmina Ozeata explore innovative materials, sustainability trends, and evolving design approaches. Marc explains his "positive energy" tile collection, while Carmina highlights artisanal techniques. The conversation reveals how Coverings inspires professionals and supports their design practice.
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May 27, 2025 • 31min

In Clear Focus: Dim Sum Strategy with Peter Wilken

IN CLEAR FOCUS: Peter Wilken, known as "the father of Brand DNA," shares insights from his 30+ years of experience, working with iconic brands like Coca-Cola, BMW, and Disney. Peter explains his "Dim Sum Strategy" approach to brand building, the concept of "owning territory in the mind," and the vital components of Brand DNA. He discusses balancing long-term brand building with short-term performance marketing, adaptable frameworks for different market stages, and navigating business turbulence.

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