Ari Paparo and Eric Franchi sit down with Erin Foxworthy, Global Head of Marketing and Advertising at Snowflake, to discuss how marketing teams are rethinking data infrastructure in a shifting landscape. Erin reflects on her path through agencies, entertainment, and tech, and how that journey informs her current perspective. The conversation covers the move from legacy tools like DMPs to composable CDPs, the importance of data governance, and why some companies are opting to keep data where it i...
Jul 18, 2025•45 min•Ep. 131
Ramsey McGrory, newly appointed President of Prisma at Mediaocean, joins Ari Paparo to discuss how the company is evolving its platform across linear and digital media. They unpack the implications of MediaOcean’s acquisitions, including Innovid and Protected, and what it means to consolidate media planning, buying, and verification in an increasingly fragmented ad ecosystem. Ramsey also reflects on the role of buy-side ad serving today, the integration of AI, and how Prisma is adapting to agenc...
Jul 14, 2025•19 min
Ari Paparo and Eric Franchi speak with Adam Epstein, co-founder and CEO of Gigi, an AI assistant focused on automating tasks within the Amazon DSP. Adam shares how the product evolved from a streaming TV tool to a broader AI-powered platform for media agencies. He discusses the challenges of training a vertical AI agent using retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), the reasoning behind a chat-based interface, and how agencies are integrating their own processes into Gigi. The conversation also tou...
Jul 11, 2025•51 min•Ep. 130
Ari Paparo talks with Justin Evans, Head of Innovation and Insights at Samsung Ads and author of The Little Book of Data. They discuss the core ideas behind the book, how data concepts apply across industries, and why clear thinking rather than technical expertise is often what matters most. The conversation also touches on Evans’s time in ad tech, his writing process, and what data can (and can’t) explain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 03, 2025•21 min•Ep. 129
Ari and Eric recap key themes from Cannes 2025, including the ongoing conversation around AI in advertising and media, the presence of creator and sports partnerships, and recent developments in commerce media. They share observations on industry announcements, AI's progress (and limitations), and structural changes in the ad tech space. The discussion also covers how Cannes operates behind the scenes, from sponsorship deals to the growing presence of technology companies. Learn more about your ...
Jun 27, 2025•33 min•Ep. 128
Ari Paparo chats with Milly Botes, VP of Product Management at Acast, about how the company’s podcast monetization platform and ad network. Milly breaks down the evolution of dynamic ad insertion, what makes host-read ads so effective, and how Acast is using AI to help with podcast discovery for advertisers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 23, 2025•23 min
Ari Paparo sits down with Oleg Korenfeld, CTO of CMI Media Group, to discuss their experience integrating AI into agency media planning. They explore the challenges of working with multiple data sets, the limitations of generative AI in answering precise data queries, and how they adjusted their approach to automation. Oleg also shares insights on legal considerations, practical rollout hurdles, and the future potential of AI in media insights and planning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
Jun 19, 2025•15 min
Ari Paparo talks with Sean Muller, CEO of iSpot, about the challenges and opportunities in measuring video across platforms such as linear TV, streaming, and social media. They explore how AI is helping to accelerate insights and enhance creative planning, and how marketers are adapting to changes in video consumption and advertising strategies. The conversation also touches on how paid and earned media are managed within marketing teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...
Jun 18, 2025•12 min
Ari Paparo sits down with Tony Marlow, CMO of LG Ad Solutions, at Cannes to unpack trends in connected TV. They cover ad innovation on smart TVs, the role of OEMs in media strategy, and how AI is starting to shape both targeting and creative. A grounded conversation on where CTV is headed—and what challenges remain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 17, 2025•14 min
Ari Paparo talks with Philip Inghelbrecht, CEO and co-founder of Tatari, about how TV advertising is changing. They cover outcome-based measurement, the role of DSPs in connected TV, and how Tatari is using AI in creative workflows and media planning. The conversation also touches on how brands of different sizes approach TV and what trends are shaping the space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 16, 2025•16 min
Mark Grether, GM of PayPal Ads, joins Ari Paparo to break down how PayPal is approaching ads using data from PayPal, Venmo, and Honey. They talk about off-site targeting, commerce media, and why PayPal’s position in the market might be more powerful than people realize. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 13, 2025•43 min•Ep. 127
Ari Paparo speaks with Louqman Parampath, VP of Product for Ads and Commerce at Roblox, to break down how the company is building out its ad business. They discuss Roblox's massive user base, its immersive environment, and how creators and brands are monetizing the platform. Topics include ad formats like rewarded video, the role of programmatic, brand safety in a youth-dominated space, and what the future looks like for ads in the Roblox universe. It's a detailed look at how a gaming platform i...
Jun 09, 2025•18 min
Todd Braverman, CRO of Ampersand, joins to explain how the company is navigating the shift from linear TV to streaming and data-driven advertising. Plus, Ari and Eric break down Meta’s AI ad plans, Amazon’s DSP pricing push, WPP and MIQ’s new AI platforms, and the latest in the Google antitrust case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 06, 2025•46 min•Ep. 126
Ari Paparo speaks with Matthew Doherty, CEO of EXTE North America, about the company’s recent rebranding and its approach to entering the U.S. market. They cover EXTE’s contextual targeting technology, how its optimization functions across various media environments, and the challenges of fitting into existing ad tech workflows. The discussion also explores broader industry topics such as supply-side developments and the influence of creativity on performance. Learn more about your ad choices. V...
Jun 02, 2025•20 min
Ari Paparo and Eric Franchi are joined by David Berkowitz, a longtime marketer and founder of Serial Marketers and the AI Marketers Guild. They talk about the evolving role of community in marketing, how AI is reshaping creative work, and the uncertain future of entry-level marketing jobs. Plus, reflections on Mountain’s IPO, WPP’s AI push, and what it’s like to build a brand when your name comes with unexpected baggage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 30, 2025•35 min•Ep. 125
Ari Paparo speaks with Aaron McKee, CTO of Blis, recently acquired by T-Mobile. They discuss Blis’s unique geo-based approach to omnichannel media planning and measurement, how it delivers performance across hard-to-reach environments like iOS and CTV, and why traditional cookie-dependent strategies may fall short. Aaron also explains how Blis handles optimization, measurement through geo holdout groups, and compliance in a shifting regulatory landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
May 27, 2025•25 min
Eric and Ari are joined by Jenny Wall, CMO of VideoAmp, to discuss the week's biggest stories—from DoubleVerify’s defamation lawsuit to Walmart’s retail media momentum. Jenny shares her perspective on the state of measurement, advanced audiences, and why the industry still has work to do when it comes to connecting data, outcomes, and real consumer behavior. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 23, 2025•55 min•Ep. 124
GroupM COO JiYoung Kim talks about the agency’s evolving role in data collaboration, why signal-based models may outperform ID-based ones, and how privacy and performance can coexist. She also reflects on AI’s growing influence and the industry's need to rethink long-held assumptions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 19, 2025•19 min
Eric Franchi and Ari Paparo are joined by Olivia Kory, Chief Strategy Officer at Haus, Olivia explains her research on YouTube and AppLovin as well as how the methodology can work across media. The group discusses the big news that Xandr Invest is shutting and recaps the DMS conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 16, 2025•49 min•Ep. 123
Bluefish CEO Alex Sherman talks with Erin Lanuti, Chief Innovation Officer at Omnicom PR Group, about how AI is reshaping the way consumers discover brands. They explore the risks of misinformation in AI-generated responses, the shift from traditional SEO to conversational AI, and what brands need to do to stay visible and accurate in AI-driven search environments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 12, 2025•21 min
Taboola CEO Adam Singolda joins Ari Paparo to explore the company’s role in the open web, from evolving publisher monetization models to the impact of AI on content personalization. They discuss the balance between relevance and quality, the rise of commerce content, and how platforms like Taboola are navigating scale and trust in a changing digital landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 09, 2025•50 min•Ep. 122
Dan Goikhman (CEO) and Krish Arvapally (CTO) of Dappier join the show to discuss how their company helps media brands deploy AI agents across websites and messaging platforms. They talk about real-world use cases, monetization strategies, and the shift from traditional web pages to AI-powered interactions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 05, 2025•12 min
Eric and Ari catch up with Teads CEO David Kostman to discuss the company’s merger with Outbrain, navigating between brand and performance goals, and how the open internet fits into today’s media landscape. They also break down what stood out at Possible, the latest in Google’s antitrust case, Apple’s courtroom loss to Epic, and growing questions around PMAX and CTV strategy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 02, 2025•51 min•Ep. 121
Ari Paparo speaks with Andy Batkin, CEO of Duration Media, about the launch of Curation Media, a new approach to programmatic advertising. They explore the shift away from middlemen, how real-time viewability tech is creating unique, high-quality ad impressions, and what “scarcity at scale” really means for both publishers and buyers. It’s a thoughtful dive into how supply path optimization and sustainability intersect with innovation in the ad tech space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Apr 28, 2025•19 min
Michael Walrath, CEO of Yext, discusses the evolution of digital presence and the growing importance of structured data in an AI-driven landscape. He reflects on local-first marketing and the challenges of visibility at scale. Eric and Ari also examine Google's delayed cookie deprecation, its impact on ad tech, and broader regulatory pressures, while touching on emerging trends in digital media and AI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 25, 2025•56 min•Ep. 120
TripleLift CEO Dave Helmreich joins Ari Paparo to discuss his first 60 days at the helm and how the company is evolving beyond its native roots. They explore TripleLift’s push into creative as a differentiator for programmatic, its role in powering retail media through adaptive commerce solutions, and how it’s helping publishers and advertisers innovate in CTV. Dave also shares thoughts on balancing infrastructure with innovation, where the biggest growth opportunities lie, and why he thinks Tri...
Apr 21, 2025•18 min
DoubleVerify CEO Mark Zagorski joins to discuss the evolving role of measurement, the use of AI, and how DV is addressing scrutiny, while Arielle Garcia and Alan Chapell break down the recent antitrust decision against Google’s ad tech stack and explore what it could mean for the future of competition and accountability in digital advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 18, 2025•45 min•Ep. 119
In this episode, Ari Paparo interviews Eric Tilbury, Head of Operations at Inouvo, to explore how their platform moves beyond traditional keyword targeting using a proprietary “concept graph.” Tilbury explains how Inouvo identifies the underlying meaning and sentiment of content at the sentence level, enabling more precise ad targeting—even without user identifiers. He shares the company’s origins from a UCLA machine learning lab, their dual business model spanning ad tech and publishing, and th...
Apr 14, 2025•15 min
Anthony Katsur explores the Trusted Server initiative, its impact on ad tech, and how it addresses challenges like browser privacy, signal loss, and ad blocking while enhancing attribution and transparency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 11, 2025•54 min•Ep. 118
In this episode of Marketecture, Ari Paparo sits down with Gary Mittman, CEO of KERV.ai, to discuss how AI-driven video analysis is transforming contextual relevance and shopability. Mittman explains how KERV’s technology identifies key moments in video content to enable dynamic, targeted ad placements, creating new opportunities for publishers and advertisers. The conversation covers use cases with major media companies, the role of AI in ad compliance, and the challenges of integrating context...
Apr 07, 2025•14 min
