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ADcademics Podcast

Justin D. Barnettesoundcloud.com
The ADcademics Podcast = A beginner’s guide to advertising. ADcademics is designed to help students, BIPOC, and entry-level talent better understand the ad industry. The show features one-on-one interviews given from a student’s perspective. Interviews focus on learning and discussing the many departments within an agency/company, positions within those departments, advice for job searching, and much more. Guests include current industry professionals employed at some of the top agencies around. Interviewees offer first-hand advice and tell real-life stories about their experience transitioning from college into the advertising/marketing industry. The show is hosted by ad agency intern and recent university graduate, Justin D. Barnette. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com
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Episodes

Course 44: Luke Sullivan, Ad Veteran and Author of Hey Whipple, Squeeze This

In this episode we catch up with ad industry veteran and author Luke Sullivan. We discuss his newly released 6th edition of Hey Whipple, Squeeze This: The Classic Guide To Creating Great Ads. We also discuss a wide variety of things including how he got his start in the industry, Kobe Bryant's influence on his career, DEI, and much more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on on all social platforms: @justnbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www. linkedin.com/in/justindbarnet...

Feb 28, 202245 min

Course 43: Advertising Week 2021 “The New Agency” Panel Discussion featuring Justin Barnette

In this special edition of the show, we’re resurfacing audio from the “The New Agency'' Advertising Week Cultural Briefing presented by sparks & honey, which took place on October 18th, 2021. The panel features ADcademics host Justin Barnette. The discussion was moderated by Ben Grinspan. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on on all social platforms: @justnbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www. linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Em...

Feb 02, 202239 min

Course 41: Cheria Young, Talent Experience Director at Known

Known’s Cheria Young joins the show to discuss her role as Talent Experience Director at Known Marketing Agency. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on on all social platforms: @justnbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www. linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Nov 29, 202144 min

Course 40: Kyle Douglas Harrison, Sr. Copywriter at Translation, LLC.

Translation’s Kyle Douglas Harrison joins the show to discuss his role as Sr. Copywriter at the NYC based ad agency and much more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on on all social platforms: @justnbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www. linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Nov 01, 202134 min

Course 39: Jayda Hill, Jr. Brand Planner at Cramer-Krasselt

Cramer - Krasselt’s Jayda Hill joins the show to discuss her Ad Hustler platform and her new role as Jr. Brand Planner at the Chicago based ad agency. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on on all social platforms: @justnbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www. linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Oct 25, 202140 min

Course 38: Anthony Williams, Brand Executive at Wieden + Kennedy

Anthony Williams, Brand Executive at Wieden+Kennedy Description: Wieden+Kennedy’s Anthony Williams joins the show to discuss his role as Brand Executive at the Portland, OR based ad agency and much more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on on all social platforms: @justnbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www. linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Oct 18, 202142 min

Course 37: Ben Grinspan, Cultural Strategy Director at sparks+honey

sparks & honey’s Ben Grinspan joins the show to discuss his role as Cultural Strategy Director at the NYC based and much more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on on all social platforms: @justnbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www. linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Oct 11, 202137 min

Course 36: Erika Driskell, Executive Assistant at AM PR Group

AM PR Groups Erika Driskell joins the show to discuss her role as Executive Assistant at the Los Angeles based public relations agency, her past work experience in the hospitality industry, and much more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on on all social platforms: @justnbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www. linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Oct 04, 202126 min

Course 35: Troy Gary, Director of Originals Marketing at Starz

Starz’ Troy Gary joins the show to discuss his role as Director of Originals Marketing at the Los Angeles based network and much more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on on all social platforms: @justnbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www. linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Sep 27, 202140 min

Course 34: In For Equity Black Talent Fireside Chat Presented by In For 13 x sparks & honey

In this special edition of the show, we’re resurfacing audio from the In For 13 x sparks & honey fireside chat, which took place on May 20th, 2021. The panel features ADcademics host Justin Barnette, Sydni Chustz (founder of Bid/Black), Mel Matos (Sr. Art Director at The Marketing Arm), and Olivia Campbell (Strategist at Wieden+Kennedy). The discussion was moderated by Ben Grinspan and Devri Velazquz. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on on all social platforms: @justnb...

Sep 20, 202148 min

Course 33: Monterey Powell, Sales & Marketing Executive at The Coca-Cola Company

Coca-Cola’s own Monterey Powell joins the show to discuss her role as Sales Marketing Executive based in Las Vegas, NV. She also discusses her past work experiences as well as her education, and much more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Nov 23, 202058 min

Course 32: Jordan Trevino, Multicultural Strategist at Hearts & Science LA

Hearts & Science’s own Jordan Blaze Trevino joins the show to discuss his role as a Multicultural Media Strategist at the agency’s Playa Vista, CA. location. He also discusses his experience relocating for work and more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Nov 16, 202020 min

Course 31: Lisa Solomon, CEO/Founder at Atheneum Collective & VP at ThinkLA IDEA Council

Atheneum Collective’s own Lisa Solomon joins the show to discuss her role as Founder/CEO of the company. She also discusses her illustrious career in advertising over the past couple of decades and more. Visit atheneumcollective.com and enter code POWER20 to receive 20% of any course! You can email info@atheneumcollective.com for any questions regarding the program. Also, make sure to follow @atheneumcollective on all social platforms! Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on a...

Oct 19, 202045 min

Course 30: ‘Breaking & Entering Advertising Podcast’ feat. Justin D. Barnette

In this Extra Credit episode, ADcademics founder & host, Justin D. Barnette, sits down for an interview with the Breaking & Entering Advertising Podcast to discuss his past and current agency roles as well as the ADcademics Podcast and more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Oct 12, 202054 min

Course 29: NiRey Reynolds, Education Manager at The One Club for Creativity

The One Club for Creativity’s own NiRey Reynolds joins the show to discuss her role as Education Manager at the organizations NYC based HQ. She also discusses useful information and resources that the organization offers and more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Oct 05, 202036 min

Course 28: Chip Peck, Sr. Recruiter at Innocean USA

Innocean USA’s own Chip Peck joins the show to discuss his role as Senior Recruiter at the agency’s Orange County, CA. location. He also gives tons of great advice to recent grads and job seekers and more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Sep 21, 202052 min

Course 27: Ranjana Naik, Jr. Copywriter at Fred & Farid NY

Fred & Farid’s own Ranjana Naik joins the show to discuss her role as Junior Copywriter at the agency’s NYC office. She also discusses her experience at Miami Ad School, past internships, and more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Sep 14, 202027 min

Course 26: Samantha Hawkins, Lead Associate Account Director at The Trade Desk

The Trade Desk’s own Samantha Hawkins joins the show to discuss her role as Lead Associate Account Director, her past roles with previous employers, the growth of ad tech, and much more. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Sep 07, 20201 hr 2 min

Course 25: Codey Schimelpfenig, Brand Success Coordinator at Reddit

In our season 3 kick-off, Reddit’s own Codey Schimelpfenig joins the show to discuss his role as Brand Success Coordinator at the company’s Venice Beach, CA. office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Aug 31, 202034 min

Course 24: Sara Anhorn, EVP of Talent at Critical Mass (COVID-19 Bonus Episode)

In this COVID-19 bonus episode, Critical Mass’ Sara Anhorn joins the show to discuss her role as EVP of Talent at their New York, NY office as well as how her agency is responding to the current pandemic. She also offers some great advice to people that have been affected and those that are currently job hunting during this difficult time. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnet...

Apr 06, 202038 min

Course 23: Serita Wesley, Writer/Producer at Wieden + Kennedy

In this episode, Wieden + Kennedy’s Serita Wesley joins the show to discuss her role of Writer & Producer at the company’s Portland, OR office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Jan 21, 202030 min

Course 22: Brandon Viney, Creative Lead at Google

In this episode, Google’s Brandon Viney joins the show to discuss his role as Creative Lead at the company's Portland, OR office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Jan 21, 202058 min

Course 21: Laura Small, VP/Director of HR at RPA & HR Instructor at UCLA

In this episode, RPA & UCLA’s Laura Small joins the show to discuss her role as VP, Director of People at RPA at the company's Santa Monica, CA. office, as well as her role as Instructor at UCLA. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Jan 21, 202041 min

Course 20: Mariajose “MJ” Cuyan, Jr. Art Director at Deutsch LA

In this episode, Deutsch LA’s Mariajose “MJ” Cuyan joins the show to discuss her role as Jr. Art Director at the company’s Playa Vista, CA office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Jan 21, 202050 min

Course 19: Kevin Ma, Strategist at BBH New York

In this episode, BBH New York’s Kevin Ma joins the show to discuss his role as Strategist at the company’s New York, NY office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Jan 21, 202039 min

Course 18: Apshara Islam, Assistant Account Manager at Goodby Silverstein & Partners

In this episode, Goody Silverstein, & Partners’s Apshara Islam joins the show to discuss her role as Assistant Account Manager at the company’s San Francisco, CA office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Jan 21, 202037 min

Course 17: Toni Pringley, Diversity & Inclusion Assistant at Omnicom Media Group

In this episode, Omnicom Media Group’s Toni Pringley joins the show to discuss her role as Diversity & Inclusion Assistant at the company’s New York, NY office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Jan 21, 202034 min

Course 16: Maria Rivadeneira, Account Executive at Deutsch NY

In this episode, Deutsch New York’s Maria Rivadeneira joins the show to discuss her role as Account Executive at the company’s New York City, NY office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Jan 21, 202047 min

Course 15: Tyler Kirsch, Associate Creative Director at MAL\FOR GOOD

In this episode, MAL\FOR GOOD’s Tyler Kirsch joins the show to discuss his role as Associate Creative Director at the company's Playa Vista, CA office. Follow the show on Instagram: @adcademics Follow Justin on all social platforms: @justindbarnette Follow Justin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/justindbarnette Interested in being a guest on the show? Email adcademicspodcast@gmail.com

Jan 21, 20201 hr 21 min
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