Mumbrellacast

3 July 2024 Some of the country's biggest names – including CMOs Mel Hopkins and Nikki Clarkson – have departed their respective companies due to the rapidly changing media and marketing landscape. So, how will brands and companies be able to continue making unique and authentic connections with their audience? Also on this episode: Christian O'Connell takes on Australian radio rivals We tease this week's international one-on-one guest Join Neil Griffiths and Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

On this episode of Mumbrella's one-on-one podcast, host Neil Griffiths is joined by radio presenter and the host of the #1 FM Melbourne breakfast show, Christian O'Connell.

26 June 2024 Following months of controversies and scandals, Seven has now announced a major shake-up to its leadership team under a “new operating model”? With major names departing, where to now for the media giant? Also on this episode: We discuss Free TV's latest ad and why it may have missed the mark Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang and Nathan Jolly for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

On this episode of Mumbrella's one-on-one podcast, host Neil Griffiths is joined by Nova Entertainment's chief growth officer, Adam Johnson.

19 June 2024 The rise of AI, redundancies, and cultural changes – the media and marketing industry is going through a quickening. But there is opportunity in the crisis… Also on this episode: Can a censorship on social media really work? Join Neil Griffiths and Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

On this episode of Mumbrella's one-on-one podcast, host Neil Griffiths is joined by Australian presenter, Marc Fennell.

12 June 2024 Peter Costello's resignation on Sunday has delivered more controversy for Nine, but is there opportunity in the crisis? Also on this episode: Can broadcasters evolve to a subscription model? Join Neil Griffiths and Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

On this episode of Mumbrella's one-on-one podcast, host Neil Griffiths is joined by the chief creative officer of M&C Saatchi ANZ, Steve Coll.

5 June 2024 The Nine board and CEO Mike Sneesby insist they are on the same page and evoking change. Can the media giant turn a new leaf? Also on this episode: Journalist Lauren McNamara breaks down her thoughts on if the industry is serious about supporting female creatives Join Neil Griffiths and Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

On this episode of Mumbrella's one-on-one podcast, host Rosie Drew is joined by the chief strategy officer of Ashley Madison, Paul Keable.

 29 May 2024 Channel Nine are under fire following staff allegations and reports of unease with its board and CEO Mike Sneesby. We look at everything that's happened so far and what could come next. Also on this episode: A look back on all the best moments of Mumbrella360 2024 Join Neil Griffiths and Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

22 May 2024 On this special episode of the Mumbrellacast, hosts Neil Griffiths and Adam Lang take you on ground at Mumbrella360 which kicked off in Sydney this week! On this episode Neil talks to former Nike CMO Greg Hoffman minutes after his packed out keynote session We talk to Thinkerbell co-founder Adam Ferrier

On this episode of Mumbrella's one-on-one podcast, host Neil Griffiths is joined by the chief marketing officer of Telstra, Brent Smart.

15 May 2024 The federal budget has finally been released – here's what it means for the media and marketing industry. Also on this episode: The “frustrating” ARN/SCA bid This week's major one-on-one podcast guest revealed We're joined by Mumbrella360 speaker and 72andSunny global chief strategy officer, Bryan Smith from LA A surprise guest pops by Join Neil Griffiths and Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

On this episode of Mumbrella's one-on-one podcast, host Neil Griffiths is joined by Universal Pictures' director of marketing ANZ, Suzanne Stretton-Brown.

8 May 2024 Network 10 axed major shows - The Masked Singer and The Bachelor - for 2024 this week: We look into the cuts and what it says about the state of the industry right now. Also on this episode: Has Optus made the right call with its new CEO? Nine CEO Mike Sneesby fronts Macquarie Investor Conference Join Neil Griffiths and Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

On this episode of Mumbrella's one-on-one podcast, host Neil Griffiths is joined by SBS managing director, James Taylor, and chief marketing and commercial officer, Jane Palfreyman.

1 May 2024 Kyle & Jackie O's entrance into the Melbourne market has shaken the Australian industry up. Is radio now bigger then ever? Also on this episode: We talk to SCA chief content officer, Dave Cameron Bonza, Qantas and more prove “effective immediately” is more prominent then ever for Australian brands Join Neil Griffiths and Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

24 April 2024 Despite finally announcing Warburton's immediate departure, Seven are staying quiet. Also on this episode: - Foxtel confirm big move - How should brands handle ANZAC Day? Join Neil Griffiths and Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

On this episode of the one-on-one series, host Neil Griffiths is joined by comedian and self described design nerd, Tim Ross.

The CEOs of Woolworths and Coles fronted a Senate inquiry into price gouging this week. Who came out looking good… or worse? Also on this episode: We talk to comms crisis expert Sally Branson We look at Mel Hopkins' LinkedIn post praising the Seven network Why “effective immediately” might soon become the norm Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang and Lauren McNamara for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

On this episode of the one-on-one series, host Neil Griffiths is joined by TEG CEO, Geoff Jones.

10 April 2023 It's been a big week for brands like Seven, Spotify and Qantas. Who's facing a crisis and who has opportunity? Also on this episode: ARIA CEO issues SOS to adland to support Australian music Join Neil Griffiths and Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

On this episode of the one-on-one series, host Neil Griffiths is joined by ARIA CEO, Annabelle Herd.

3 April 2024 As announced last month, Meta's Facebook news has officially been axed – so what now? Also on this episode: Music industry in crisis as another festival goes under We wrap up Mumbrella's on-ground coverage of the Adobe Summit in Las Vegas Join Neil Griffiths and Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

27 March 2024 Join Mumbrella publisher Adam Lang live from CommsCon at the Four Seasons Hotel in Sydney. On this episode, Adam is joined by CommsCon speakers and special guests including: Brand marketing director at Who Gives a Crap, Kat Kearney General manager at Eleven and Sustain by TBWA, Kiefer Casamore Vice president of engineering at CisionOne, Cision, and former CTO and co-founder of Streem, Antoine Sabourin Chief customer officer at Intrepid Travel, Leigh Barnes

On this episode of the one-on-one series, host Lauren McNamara is joined by rugby league legend and The Goanna Academy founder, Greg Inglis.

20 March 2024 Agencies pitching for Shell Energy's creative account have been issued a stark warning. But who's in the right? Also on this episode: It's only March, but the TV network battles for 2024 have already begun Reaction to the first radio ratings for 2024 We talk to Third Hemisphere's founder Hannah Moreno ahead of CommsCon next week! Join Neil Griffiths & Nathan Jolly for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

On this episode of the one-on-one series, host Neil Griffiths is joined by the CMO of Fender Music, Evan Jones.

14 March 2024 Join Mumbrella editor and Mumbrellacast host Neil Griffiths live from the Retail Marketing Summit at the Crown in Sydney! On this episode, Neil is joined by Retail Marketing Summit speakers and special guests including: TRIBE founder Jules Lund News Corp Australia's eCommerce director, Adam Kron Spotlight Retail Group's general manager, marketing, Jason Wolff Microsoft's advertising and retail media partnerships director, JAPAC, China, John Harvey Faurholt IKEA Australia's head of marketing and insights, Kirsten Hasler, and head of communications, Patricia Routledge

On this special edition of the one-on-one series, Mumbrella journalist Lauren McNamara is joined by EssenceMediacom CEO Pippa Berlocher and Sydney MD Stevie Douglas-Neal, and Group M CEO Aimee Buchanan.

6 March 2024 In the same week that print newspapers took another big hit, one magazine is committed to its comeback and we speak to its editor. Also on this episode: Kyle & Jackie O tipped to launch in Melbourne this week We talk all things ARN/SCA takeover proposal and gender pay gap data within the radio networks Adore Beauty CMO Dan Ferguson tells you why you need to be at next week's Retail Marketing Summit Join Neil Griffiths & Nathan Jolly for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

On this episode of the one-on-one series, host Neil Griffiths is joined by the CEO of IPG Mediabrands, Mark Coad.

28 February 2024 The gender pay gap data has been revealed for the first time ever – we look at the winners and losers within the media and marketing industry. Also on this episode: ARN responds to Mumbrella after Jackie O stages KIIS FM walkout over gender pay gap in radio and we chat to Ciaran Davis We talk to Market Economics head Stephen Koukoulas ahead of next month's Retail Marketing Summit Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang & Lauren McNamara for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

On this episode of the one-on-one series, host Neil Griffiths is joined by Thinkerbell co-founder, Adam Ferrier.

21 February 2024 Brad Banducci announced this week that he is stepping down from the CEO position after a trainwreck TV interview and his replacement has already been announced – but according to Woolworths, Banducci moving on was always the plan. Also on this episode: We talk to Mark Ritson about why radio should be your sidekick and why marketing science is “sh*t” Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang and Nathan Jolly for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

On this episode of the one-on-one series, host Neil Griffiths sits down with Force of Nature: The Dry 2 star, Eric Bana, as well as director Rob Connolly, producer Jodi Matterson and The Dry author, Jane Harper.

14 February 2024 Seven pulled in some massive TV ratings this week with the Super Bowl, but their financials weren't as stellar. Here's the good and bad news about it. Also on this episode: We tease this week's one-on-one podcast series guest! Join Neil Griffiths and Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

Part two: Neil Griffiths is joined by one of the headliner names at the 2024 Mumbrella360 conference and the former Nike CMO, Greg Hoffman.

7 February 2024 Taylor Swift is set to hit Australia next year and Taylor-mania has well and truly swept the nation… but that all comes after Monday's Super Bowl where the pop star seems to be getting more attention then the game itself! Also on this episode: We discuss Mumbrella's new one-on-one series and tease part two of our conversation with former Nike CMO, Greg Hoffman. Join Neil Griffiths and Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

On this episode of the one-on-one series, host Neil Griffiths is joined by one of the headliner names at the 2024 Mumbrella360 conference and the former Nike CMO, Greg Hoffman.

31 January 2024 The last week has seen the rebirth of one iconic Australian brand and the death of another Also on this episode: Optus dealt another blow as incoming head marketer ditches role just days out from commencing Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang and Lauren McNamara for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

24 January 2024 Former News Corp CEO Kim Williams is set to be the next chair of ABC - here's what it could mean for consumers and staff. Also on this episode: - Woolworths CEO Brad Banducci has attempted to clear up the Australia Day backlash - but did it work? Join Neil Griffiths & Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

17 January 2024 On the first episode of the year, hosts Neil Griffiths and Adam Lang go through some big announcements for Mumbrella and are joined by the editorial team to discuss the Australia Day retail fallout, why the Australian Open remains a hit for advertisers and brands, and so much more!

13 December 2023 Netflix is now releasing its viewing data - CEO Ted Sarandos told us all about it Also on this episode:  For the final Mumbrellacast of 2023, we look at some of the biggest stories of the year Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang & Nathan Jolly for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

6 November 2023 Spotify the latest to be hit with staff cuts across its global business as it pivots away from podcasts Also on this episode:  Elon Musk tells advertisers what he really thinks And we look into the International Cricket Council's new deal with Amazon Prime Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang, Nathan Jolly & Kalila Welch for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella

29 November 2023 Private Media publishing group the latest to get hit with redundancies Also on this episode:  Australia's creative industry wants to clean up its act and now we have proof The founder behind Jim's Mowing has launched a beauty business and it is booming  Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang & Kalila Welch for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

22 November 2023 Kyle & Jackie O sign historic ten-year deal; is this the beginning of the end for SCA? Also today: - We talk to ARN CEO Ciaran Davis about the huge deal - And we look at the fallout from Optus CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin's resignation this week and how the telco can bounce back Join Neil Griffiths & Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

15 November 2023 Seven West Media enters the ARN/SCA media wars, but what does it all mean? Also on this episode: Optus offer up new explanation for last week's nationwide outage And the ARIA Awards are back, but for how long? Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang & Nathan Jolly for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

8 November 2023 Optus slammed after nationwide outrage, as Comms Minister demands answers Also on this episode: Has the Melbourne Cup lost its media value? And the aftermath of the Qantas AGM   Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang & Nathan Jolly for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.

1 November 2023 Telstra's recent agency roster shake-up results in redundancies at CHEP, as revealed by Mumbrella this week. Also this week: - Mumbrella's events are back in 2024 with Mumbrella360 and CommsCon - And inside SCA's annual general meeting Join Neil Griffiths, Adam Lang & Lauren McNamara for a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella.