In this episode of The Podcast Advertising Playbook , host Heather Osgood is joined by Mark Pafume, Vice President of Sales and Customer Success at Podbean. With years of experience guiding creators and brands through the evolving podcast landscape, Mark brings a fresh perspective on why combining video and audio…
In this episode of The Podcast Advertising Playbook , host Heather Osgood is joined by Angela Hollowell, Podcast Host and Producer of Honey and Hustle. Angela shares how her podcast centers stories of creative entrepreneurs and changemakers, and why building a vibrant, engaged community around that content has been key…
In this episode of The Podcast Advertising Playbook, David "DK" Krulewich joins host Heather Osgood to talk about the value of programmatic ads, and how AI powered ad tech can help maximize both reach and revenue. David Krulewich is the CEO of Mission Media, a company dedicated to driving influence…
Join Heather Osgood as she sits down with Joe Cilio, CEO and Co-Founder of Forever Dog Productions, to explore how the network has evolved over the past decade—most recently with a bold pivot into video podcasting. Joe takes us behind the curtain on the logistical and strategic challenges of adding…
On this solo episode of The Podcast Advertising Playbook, Heather Osgood dives into the world of podcast advertising through the lens of reality TV’s favorite matchmaking experiment—Love Is Blind. Spoiler alert: when it comes to ads, love at first listen isn’t always guaranteed. Just like the hopeful couples in the…
This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood sits down with Hetal Patel, President of Ad Intelligence at iHeartMedia, to unpack how data, technology, and strategy are shaping the next era of podcast advertising. With deep expertise in media measurement and a front-row seat at one of the…
This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood sits down with Matt Shapo, Director of Digital Audio and Video at the IAB, to explore the evolving landscape of podcast advertising—from emerging tech to evolving standards. With podcasting in the spotlight and video on the rise, Matt shares how…
In this episode of the Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood sits down with Lauren Passell, Founder and CEO of Tink Media, a podcast growth and discovery company. Lauren shares how creators can grow their audience and increase discoverability with cross-promotion, interactive audience engagement, and creating the perfect pitch. You’ll…
This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood sits down with Kirk Martin, host of The Calm Parenting Podcast, to pull back the curtain on what it takes to build a successful show while staying true to your mission. With millions of downloads and a dedicated audience, Kirk…
On this episode of The Podcast Advertising Playbook, Heather Osgood sits down with Lynn Kestin Sessler, Executive Producer behind children’s podcasts and video content for Nickelodeon, PBS, and FableVision. With deep experience in both traditional media and digital storytelling, Lynn shares her perspective on creating engaging, age-appropriate content for younger…
In this episode of The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood is joined by Jeff Stormer, Talent Development Manager at True Native Media. With nearly a decade of experience in podcasting, Jeff brings a creator-first perspective to talent recruitment, onboarding, and show development. Jeff shares how his passion for meaningful…
In this episode of The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood welcomes Scott Simonelli, Founder and CEO of Veritonic, the leading audio intelligence platform. Scott shares how creative testing empowers brands to produce more effective podcast ads—and why this approach is becoming essential as audio advertising matures. From host-read spots…
This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood sits down with Shira Atkins, Global SVP of Business Development & Partnerships at Acast and former Co-Founder & Chief Revenue Officer of Wonder Media Network. With Acast’s recent acquisition of WMN, Shira shares insights on the evolution of branded content…
This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood is joined by James Cridland, Editor of Podnews and a renowned radio futurologist, for a deep dive into the evolution of podcasting and what’s next for the industry. With years of experience analyzing trends, technology, and audience behavior, James brings…
This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood is joined by Bob Hunt, Senior Director of Audio at Hearts & Science, to discuss the evolving landscape of podcast advertising and how brands can effectively leverage the medium to engage their audiences. In this episode, the two dive into:…
This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood sits down with Lex Friedman, Founder of Lex Friedman Consulting, to explore his journey and insights in the podcasting space. In this episode, the two dive into: Lex's background and how his experience led him to build a consulting business…
This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, we dive into the evolving landscape of brand safety in podcasting and explore how it differs from other media like digital ads and social media with Valerie Reimer, VP Ad Tech & Product Partnerships at Acast. From the growing importance of audience trust…
This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, our host Heather Osgood sits down with seasoned ad delivery specialist from True Native Media, Hannah Gayhardt, to uncover the secrets behind successful podcast advertising. Whether you're new to the space or looking to fine-tune your strategy, this conversation is packed with valuable…
This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood is joined by Gina Garrubbo, President & CEO of National Public Media, and Bryan Moffett, COO of NPM and SVP of Network Growth at NPR, for an insightful conversation about NPM's approach to podcasting and advertising. The three dive into:…
This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood is joined by Andrew Giancola, the host of The Personal Finance Podcast and member of True Native Media's roster, for an insightful conversation about podcasting in the personal finance space and how to successfully monetize a podcast. In this episode,…
This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood is joined by Bob Hunt, Senior Director of Audio at Hearts & Science, to discuss the evolving landscape of podcast advertising and how brands can effectively leverage the medium to engage their audiences. In this episode, the two dive into:…
This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood sits down with Lex Friedman, Founder of Lex Friedman Consulting, to explore his journey and insights in the podcasting space. In this episode, the two dive into: - Lex's background and how his experience led him to build a consulting…
This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, we dive into the evolving landscape of brand safety in podcasting and explore how it differs from other media like digital ads and social media with Valerie Reimer, VP Ad Tech & Product Partnerships at Acast. From the growing importance of audience trust…
This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, our host Heather Osgood sits down with seasoned ad delivery specialist from True Native Media, Hannah Gayhardt, to uncover the secrets behind successful podcast advertising. Whether you're new to the space or looking to fine-tune your strategy, this conversation is packed with valuable…