Untrended Podcast

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Tired of business podcasts that promise silver bullets and spoon-feed you cookie-cutter advice?

Well, this isn’t one of them.

Welcome to the Untrended Podcast, where we uncover extraordinary stories about business and culture.

Brought to you by Publicis Pro, this show isn’t about “growth hacks” or corporate fluff. It’s about raw, honest, and sometimes ridiculous tales from the world of marketing and business.

From unexpected challenges to out-of-the-box ideas, we’re here to talk about the truths you won’t find in a handbook—the ones that truly shape creativity, strategy, and success.

The Untrended Podcast. Real stories. Real laughs. Nothing held back.

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Episodes

Is Kindness Killing Creativity? The Feedback Dilemma

Feedback — two syllables that can make even the toughest marketer squirm. In today’s episode of UnTrended, host Nicole Jones sits down with Jon Lonsdale (CEO), Louise Brooks (Senior Copywriter), and Lottie Hutchins (Senior Account Director) from Publicis Pro to dive deep into the messy world of feedback: how we give it, how we take it, and how it’s evolving in modern workplaces. From why Gen Z lawyers are apparently running to HR when told they're wrong to why agency creatives dread the words “m...

Jul 02, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 6

What’s in a Name? The Quiet Force Behind Brand Identity

From poetic oddities to corporate rebrands, names wield more power than we give them credit for. In this episode of UnTrended, Nicole Jones sits down with Publicis Pro’s Billy Hamilton-Stent, Jamie Fewery, and Jon Lonsdale to unravel the strategic, emotional, and sometimes hilarious stories behind naming a brand. Together, they explore the identity crisis behind sudden rebrands, the subtle signals names send to customers, and why some names flop while others become fixtures in our cultural vocab...

Jun 02, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 5

The Politics of Platforms: Should Brands Take a Stand?

Social media platforms have evolved into more than just communication tools —they’re now global power players shaping public discourse and influencing elections. So where does that leave brands, especially B2B brands, when it comes to placing ads or building communities on platforms with complicated reputations? In this episode of UnTrended, Nicole Jones is joined by Publicis Pro’s Billy Hamilton-Stent, Jamie Fewery, and Zoe Hadsley for a lively and nuanced conversation on platform politics, adv...

May 02, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Can Hangovers Help Creativity?

Welcome to The Untrended Podcast, where we lift the lid on extraordinary ideas about business and culture. In this episode, we are exploring the changing relationship between alcohol and creativity. From the legendary drinking culture of advertising’s past to today’s more sober-curious workforce, we ask: Does the hangover have any creative currency left? The team tackles the myths and realities of alcohol-fueled inspiration, the shift away from pub culture, and what actually sparks great ideas. ...

Mar 31, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Why Don’t Our Parents Understand What We Do?

Welcome to The Untrended Podcast , where we lift the lid on extraordinary ideas about business and culture. In this episode, we tackle a familiar struggle for creative professionals: Why don’t our parents understand what we do? From job titles that defy explanation to the way work shapes our identity, we explore the challenges of defining creative careers in a way that makes sense—both to family and the wider world. The team also dives into the role of humor in B2B marketing, breaking down the W...

Feb 28, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 2

What is AI Doing to Our Brains?

Welcome to the Untrended Podcast, where we lift the lid on extraordinary ideas about business and culture. In this episode, Nicole Jones sits down with members of the Publicis Pro team, including Billy Hamilton-Stent, Jamie Fewery, and Shiri Wolff, to explore the transformative - yet contentious! - role of AI in the world of B2B marketing. The team dives into how tools like ChatGPT are influencing creativity, productivity, and critical thinking. Are these advancements pushing humanity forward - ...

Jan 22, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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Tired of business podcasts that promise silver bullets and spoon-feed you cookie-cutter advice? Well, this isn’t one of them. Welcome to the Untrended Podcast, where we uncover extraordinary stories about business and culture. Brought to you by Publicis Pro, this show isn’t about “growth hacks” or corporate fluff. It’s about raw, honest, and sometimes ridiculous tales from the world of marketing and business. From unexpected challenges to out-of-the-box ideas, we’re here to talk about the truths...

Jan 20, 2025•1 min

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