Rock n' Roll Research Podcast

Mark Loughney is a well-known name in media research circles. Mark has led world-class teams who have pioneered media and ad sales research since the earliest days of video streaming, notably with ABC TV and, most recently, WarnerMedia.All the while, Mark has never missed a gig. He has played guitar in some 10 bands over the years, including his band, 3rd Gear, for almost 20 years now.  The lockdown hasn't stopped him. Instead, he has cultivated his community of friends, family and fans through weekly live streaming performances.Mark reflects here on his career thus far, the lessons he's learned from music and what it means to be a good leader.

Randy Hill has had three careers. First in the Air Force. Second as a professional drummer in LA, the center of the 80s music universe. Third as a market researcher, currently in a global role with Cargill.Randy discusses his fascination with science that informed each step of the way and his unique perspective on insights and storytelling borne from his experiences. He also makes a compelling case for the importance of the drummer which I am only too quick to accept!

MIke has spent over 20 years at IPSOS in myriad senior management and client roles. But in college, Mike did much more than study. He was a goalie for the University of St. Thomas hockey team, and he spent his nights rockin' St. Paul in his band, Empty Attic, culminating in a highly anticipated 2019 reunion gig.With humility and a dose of dry humor, Mike shares observations from his career in market research, his band days and why he hung up the six-string for a sample calculator.

AJ Keirans is a recognizable face in the market research industry.  Beyond his role as VP, Client Development at DISQO and as President-Elect of the Insights Association of Greater NY, AJ was recently named to the Remesh Top 50 Research & Equitable Leadership List.But before a career in research, AJ was a popular radio DJ in Connecticut and manager for the band, Scarecrow Collection, which led to a chance meeting with Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin.

Rene Huey-Lipton's career has taken her through advertising, planning, strategy, culture and insights. She has lived and witnessed the barriers that women and others face in the workplace and is tirelessly working to make change through her DAME Collective, speaking engagements and an upcoming book.Rene is an incisive observer of people and culture. She is also fun, thoughtful, brutally honest and earnestly crass in all the best ways.

Bob Lederer is a Market Research industry institution. He began publishing the Research Business Report and related titles in 1995 and currently publishes a daily podcast, The Research Business Daily Report (RBDR).Bob also published a very successful book, "Beyond Broadway Joe," profiling the players - beyond Joe Namath - who were part of the 1969 Super Bowl championship. This interview is an enjoyable retrospective on the research industry and the glory days of the NFL. To subscribe to RBDR: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-lederer-rfl/To buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Broadway-Joe-Changed-Football/dp/0062798049/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2G6R8CANNP06T&dchild=1&keywords=beyond+broadway+joe&qid=1603831762&sprefix=beyond+broa%2Caps%2C265&sr=8-1

"Never be boring" is a mantra Rick Garlick takes to heart. He puts that mantra to use as a highly sought-after consultant in the Travel & Tourism industry. Rick has made countless conference presentations and TV segment appearances in his career spanning Magid, JD Power, Maritz and Gallup. He got his start as a wee lad doing his best to sound like The King, Elvis Presley, which turned into a full-blown years-long side gig as an Elvis impersonator.

A chance meeting with Nirvana's Krist Novoselic propelled Paul's band, Read Yellow, to a successful 5-year run of records, tours and movie soundtracks. His music career laid a strong foundation to a successful career in consumer insights at C Space.Read Yellow, 'The Association:' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2iIqkok-JMC Space 'Outside In' podcast: https://cspace.com/thinking/podcast/C Space 'Better Why' conference: https://cspace.com/the-better-why/

Through the Arc of San Francisco, Jorge Reyes has been taking care of the Upwave (Survata) office for the past 3 years, making employees and guests feel welcome and comfortable.Jorge recently received an award for Employee of Year. What many people don't know about Jorge is that he is a talented artist. He reveals a few pieces here destined to a few of his coworkers. Enjoy!

Ro is an accomplished strategy and insights pro, currently as Research Director at buzzback. She has a unique blend of creativity and a bias toward getting-it-done. Ro dishes about her career and the work she has done for herself and others in the underground NYC arts scene, along with some insights into the importance of 'community' now and in the future. \m/