In this special solo edition of The Digital Marketing Podcast, Daniel introduces a new regular feature: a fast-paced roundup of the most critical AI and digital marketing news. With the rate of change accelerating across platforms, tools, and marketing strategy, it’s never been more important to stay ahead, and this episode helps you do just that. Daniel covers the latest developments from Google, Meta, OpenAI, LinkedIn and more, offering practical commentary on what they mean for marketers righ...
Jun 13, 2025•13 min•Ep. 422
In this episode of The Digital Marketing Podcast, Daniel, Ciaran, and Louise take a deep dive into the often-misunderstood world of keyword research - one of the most foundational yet complex elements of digital marketing. What starts as a seemingly simple task (“just pick some keywords, right?”) quickly unravels into a minefield of audience intent, brand positioning, search behaviour shifts, and the sometimes soul-crushing reality of traffic that doesn’t convert. The trio break down the full pr...
Jun 06, 2025•24 min•Ep. 421
In this episode of The Digital Marketing Podcast, Daniel dives into the world of agile marketing, exploring how a new methodology is helping marketers launch strategic, high-impact campaigns at pace, without compromising on quality. Joined by Peter Abraham (former Econsultancy leader and founder of Crank), alongside Katherine Torrance and Claire Pankhurst, the creators of Supercharged Marketing Sprints, Daniel unpacks a new approach to growth marketing that blends the speed of agile with the str...
May 20, 2025•31 min•Ep. 420
In this episode of The Digital Marketing Podcast, Ciaran and Daniel explore the next evolutionary leap in artificial intelligencs - Agentic AI. As tools like ChatGPT and Gemini become more capable, we can go beyond content generation and enter an era where AI can reason, plan, take action, and even deploy code on your behalf. Daniel shares his experience building an interactive Google Algorithm timeline, without any developer or designer help, and explains how tools like Manus (powered by DeepSe...
May 11, 2025•27 min•Ep. 419
In this episode of the Digital Marketing Podcast, hosts Ciaran Rogers, Louise Crossley, and Daniel Rowles dive headfirst into a topic that’s reshaping the way brands grow online: creating brand advocates vs. hiring influencers. 💬 How do advocates impact GEO and SEO? 🤝 What makes a true brand advocate? 🧠 How do you build authentic loyalty that actually moves the needle? You’ll learn why genuine, passionate brand fans are now more powerful than ever and how their voices cut through the cynicism...
May 07, 2025•37 min•Ep. 418
Join Daniel and Ciaran for a fast-paced episode where they unpack the latest ChatGPT developments and explore their real-world applications for digital marketers. From image generation breakthroughs to AI-driven research and content production, this episode is your essential briefing on how generative AI is redefining marketing workflows. Staying Ahead in the AI Race The pace of change in generative AI is relentles, and this episode underscores why digital marketers must actively engage with the...
Apr 02, 2025•26 min•Ep. 417
In this episode of The Digital Marketing Podcast, Daniel Rowles sits down with LinkedIn Ads legend AJ Wilcox, founder of B2Linked, for a deep-dive into everything you need to know to run effective, budget-friendly campaigns on LinkedIn.AJ has been living and breathing LinkedIn Ads for over a decade and shares insights honed from managing millions in ad spend. Why LinkedIn Ads Work Differently AJ explains why LinkedIn ads often cost like bottom-of-funnel, but act like top-of-funnel. Understanding...
Mar 28, 2025•32 min•Ep. 216
Updated to fix audio gap on Daniels mic! In this episode Ciaran and Daniel Rowles dive into the most exciting new tools that can transform the way marketers work—from AI-powered social media automation to SEO optimisation and content enhancement tools. They also share a whole range of special offers for listeners for each of the tools. Core topics covered include: AI-Powered Social Media: Powerful Tool or Terrible Content Creator? Explore the rise of AI-assisted tools that promise to make market...
Mar 13, 2025•32 min•Ep. 415
Join the Target Internet team for a lively debate dissecting three of the most talked-about AI models in marketing today. In this episode, the trio evaluates the capabilities of ChatGPT, DeepSeek, and Google’s Gemini, sharing firsthand experiences and expert takes on where these tools excel, where they stumble, and how you can leverage them in your digital marketing strategy. Why AI Matters Right Now Shifting Industry Landscape – The unexpected rise of DeepSeek and the ongoing hype around ChatGP...
Feb 17, 2025•21 min•Ep. 414
In this episode of The Digital Marketing Podcast, brought to you by TargetInternet.com, Daniel, Ciaran, and Louise revisit the age-old question: “Is SEO dead?” This time, they look ahead to 2025 and beyond. The hosts examine how search engine optimisation has evolved—and why it’s far from obsolete, despite the rise of AI, generative search, and changing user behaviours. The Big Question: Is SEO Dead in 2025? The team reflect on how this debate has reappeared time and again over the years. Daniel...
Jan 27, 2025•10 min•Ep. 413
In this episode of the Digital Marketing Podcast, hosts Ciaran Rogers, Louise Crossley, and Daniel Rowles unpack the latest insights from Hootsuite's 2025 Social Media Trends Report. Creative Content: Breaking Boundaries Without Breaking Your Brand The discussion kicks off with an exploration of the shift towards entertainment-driven content. Over 60% of organisations are creating content designed to entertain, educate, or inform rather than promote directly. The hosts debate the pros and cons o...
Jan 19, 2025•16 min•Ep. 412
In this episode of the Digital Marketing Podcast the team explore five essential email marketing stats to boost your campaigns. Highlights include: Crafting Captivating Subject Lines: Discover the magic of "power words" and how small changes can significantly impact open rates. Learn why overusing certain words, like "discover," can diminish their effectiveness over time. Seasonal and Trendy Keywords: Explore data-driven insights on using seasonal terms like "trends" or "forecasts" to boost enga...
Jan 12, 2025•24 min•Ep. 411
In this first episode of 2025, Ciaran, Daniel and Louise discuss some essential new years resolutions for marketers in 2025. Covering the impact of generative AI, junk content, aggressive social media algorithms, never ending brand desperation to go viral and much more, they explore the essential techniques to help your digital marketing succeed in 2025. You'll also learn about why Ciaran's energy levels should never be at a 10, how much Daniel sounds like Marvin the Paranoid Android and how Cia...
Jan 06, 2025•27 min•Ep. 410
In this solo end of year episode, Daniel explores the opportunities and challenges facing digital marketers in 2025 and how to set a strategy for success! From shifting search algorithms to the takeover of generative AI, Daniel shares how to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive environment. He also shares insights into his recent AI panel discussion, highlights key industry trends and offers actional advice for fostering a culture of learning and innovation within your organisation. Tune in...
Dec 20, 2024•9 min•Ep. 409
In this episode of the Digital Marketing Podcast, Louise and Daniel discuss the key insights that Louise took away from Semrush's Spotlight conference, their first ever in-person conference in Amsterdam this October. From the future of search to disruptive marketing strategies, content optimisation to the evolving role of authenticity in branding, this episode unpacks actionable strategies and trends for 2025. Tune in today! -- Show notes: Have any feedback on the show? , tell us what you love a...
Dec 05, 2024•32 min•Ep. 408
In this episode of the Digital Marketing Podcast, Daniel is joined by Jay Schwedelson, host of US #1 Marketing Podcast and Founder of Outcome Media and Guru Media Hub. In the episode, Jay shares with us why being real and showcasing your personality is more critical now than ever, how your email database is your most valuable marketing asset, and why casual 'Lo-Fi' content resonates more with audiences. This is not one to miss! If you're looking for practical insights on the top trends and strat...
Nov 26, 2024•31 min•Ep. 407
If you've recently listened to our podcast about new acronym GEO, you might want to sit down for this one. In this episode of the Digital Marketing Podcast, we answer a listener's question about the connection between SEO, GEO and AEO (Answer Engine Optimisation). With search behaviour constantly changing, it's important that marketers rethink their approach to their content visibility online. If you want to know the core principles of the three optimization methods and whether conversational/an...
Nov 18, 2024•20 min•Ep. 406
What is digital PR and does it matter? In this episode of the Digital Marketing Podcast, Daniel sits down with Jane Hunt, CEO and Co-Founder of JBH, a digital PR and SEO agency based in Manchester. Jane shares with Daniel invaluable insights into the digital PR landscape and how its reshaping SEO and brand building for both B2B and B2C clients, and the techniques that power brand visbility. If you're looking for a strategy to build quality backlinks, measure campaign impact and blend SEO with tr...
Nov 11, 2024•18 min•Ep. 405
Does the world of digital marketing need any more three letter acronyms? Apparently so... In this episode of the Digital Marketing Podcast, Daniel and Ciaran talk about the emerging concept of GEO, Generative Engine Optimisation and what it means for the future of digital marketing. As search engines evolve into generative AI-driven models like ChatGPT, Search Generative Experience (SGE) and more, marketeres now face new challenges in optimising content for visibility. Daniel introduces the conc...
Nov 01, 2024•17 min•Ep. 404
Is content marketing still relevant in 2024? In this podcast episode, inspired by one of our listeners and insights from marketing guru Rand Fishkin, we dive into how the content marketing landscape has evolved, the challenges of achieving visibility, and why the concept of 10X content is no longer a guaranteed path to success. We also discuss the impact of zero-click behaviour, social media algorithms, digital PR and and give our practical tips for creating content that still stands out. Listen...
Oct 25, 2024•27 min•Ep. 403
How do you revive a brand's iconicity? What's the best way to generate engagement amongst Gen Z? Do movie partnerships help drive sales? In this episode of the Digital Marketing Podcast, Daniel is joined by Ibrahim Khan, Global Vice President of Marketing at the Coca-Cola Company. Ibraham talks to us about his strategies behind Fanta's resurgence, how they are leveraging global marketing tactics to reconnect with Gen Z, and their collaboration with the new film Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. The episo...
Oct 18, 2024•20 min•Ep. 402
We are back with part two of our Digital Marketing Trends episode to celebrate out 400th episode realease! In this continuation episode, we discuss the rise of AI in search engines, the challenges and opportunities it presents for marketers and the importance of brand personality in an increasingly automated world. We also dive into the shift towards first-party data and email marketing as vital success factors, and using LinkedIn's new Business Manager features to help optimise your B2B marketi...
Oct 11, 2024•26 min•Ep. 401
We have officially released 400 episodes of the Digital Marketing Podcast! To celebrate, we're bringing you a two-part episode on an Inbound Conference Recap and the latest trends in Digital Marketing. Join us as we unpack the latest trends for you, including the ongoing challenges of social media engagement, and the increasing role of AI in content creation. We also take a look at how you can leverage email marketing in a forever-changing marketing environment and how first-party data is becomi...
Oct 04, 2024•33 min•Ep. 400
In this episode of the Digital Marketing Podcast, Daniel is joined by Colin Grieves and Danny Holmes from Experian Marketing Services to discuss life after third-party cookies and how marketers can adapt. As third-party cookies phase out, marketers face new challenges in reaching their audiences. Colin and Danny explain the evolution of cookies, why they're being phased out and the solutions marketers can put in place to prepare for a cookieless world. If you're looking for top tips on how to fu...
Sep 27, 2024•31 min•Ep. 399
We love nothing more than tackling a controversial digital marketing topic, and on today's podcast episode, we dive into whether social media is really still worth the time and investment for brands. We explore a wide number of frustrations that marketers face when posting online, from fake engagement to unclear ROI, and debate whether or not influencer marketing is as effective as it seems. Tune in for an honest discussion on the true value of social media and what might be going wrong. Remembe...
Sep 20, 2024•37 min•Ep. 398
In this episode of the Digital Marketing Podcast, we dive into the world of GPTs and help you discover the best available for digital marketers. From tools that create visual diagrams and presentations to tools that summarise YouTube videos, this episode is packed with insights to help you streamling your digital marketing efforts. Remember, we have partnered Semrush for their in Amsterdam on 30th October, and have an exclusive 20% discount code for our listeners and and a giveaway of 5 free tic...
Sep 16, 2024•16 min•Ep. 397
We are back with another tools and trends episode and this time focusing on the latest AI tools transforming how marketers work and engage with their audiences. We explore Google's key Gemini updates, including enhanced image generation capabilities and the introduction of 'gems', as well as the evolution of search with ChatGPT's new SearchGPT prototype. We also dive into Midjourney, Leonardo.ai, and the overall rise of AI productivity tools. A must-listen if wanted to stay up to date with the l...
Sep 05, 2024•28 min•Ep. 396
In this episode of the Digital Marketing Podcast, Daniel is joined by Abigail Barnes, founder of Success by Design Training and productivity strategist who works with busy, ambitious professionals and entrepreneurs and their teams that want to be more productive without compromising their wellbeing. On the podcast, Abigail shares her inspiration journey that prompting her to reevaluate her priorities and focus on helping others manage their time effectively. She also shares with us practical fra...
Aug 22, 2024•38 min•Ep. 395
Struggling to craft titles that truly grab attention? That not only stand out, but drive results? Whether you’re creating content for a blog, YouTube, or social media, the title is your first, and sometimes only, chance to capture your audience’s interest. On this episode of the Digital Marketing Podcast, we share insights on why the right title can make all the difference in content performance, including how to optimise them for better click-through rates and why understanding your target audi...
Aug 16, 2024•18 min•Ep. 394
With Google’s recent algorithm updates and the growing impact of AI-generated content, how can marketers ensure their content stands out? In this episode of the Digital Marketing Podcast, we dive into what Expertise, Experience, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness mean in the context of content creation, and why they're critical for ranking, as well as how AI-generated content can either make or break your SEO strategy. From building a strong author profile to leveraging personal branding, th...
Aug 09, 2024•24 min•Ep. 393
