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Join National Advertising Division attorneys on this podcast as they explore advertising claims and what it means to put them to the truthfulness test.

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    • Sep 13, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 28m AVG DURATION
    • 10 EPISODES


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    What is the Appeal of an Appeal? Getting to Know NARB

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 36:04


    In this episode of Ad Watchers, your hosts discuss a critical link in the chain of advertising industry self regulation: the National Advertising Review Board, or NARB, the appellate body for National Advertising Division cases.  This episode welcomes NARB Chair and Vice-Chair, Ken Plevan and Heather Hippsley, as well as NARB Manager, Saveeta Dhanai, to … Continue reading What is the Appeal of an Appeal? Getting to Know NARB →

    The NAD Top 10 — Did you know?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 35:18


    In this episode of Ad Watchers, hosts Dan and Annie take you behind the scenes of the U.S. system of self-regulation in the advertising industry and discuss some of the myths, the misconceptions, and misunderstandings advertisers have. This episode presents the Top Ten things the National Advertising Division (NAD) wants to make sure you know … Continue reading The NAD Top 10 — Did you know? →

    Data Privacy Framework (DPF) is Here – Now What?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 26:35


    The Data Privacy Framework (DPF) Program is now in effect, replacing the Privacy Shield Program as the mechanism to allow the safe, seamless transfer of personal data from the EU to the U.S in compliance with EU law. In this special edition episode of Privacy Abbreviated, host Dona Fraser is joined by IAPP's Cobun Zweifel-Keegan … Continue reading Data Privacy Framework (DPF) is Here – Now What? →

    A Different Playing Field. How is Advertising to Kids Different?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 27:16


    In 1974, NAD's sister program, the Children's Advertising Review Unit, or CARU, was established to monitor an area of national advertising not covered by NAD: the unique children's marketplace. CARU's role? To protect children under 13 from advertising that is misleading, inappropriate, or inconsistent with laws and guidelines. In this episode of Ad Watchers, hosts … Continue reading A Different Playing Field. How is Advertising to Kids Different? →

    It's Not Puffery. Do You Have the Evidence To Be #1?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 28:21


    Discover the intricacies of supporting #1 claims in advertising and gain insights for effective marketing strategies on this episode of Ad Watchers.

    It's Not Easy Being Green. What's Next in ESG?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 32:48


    Discover the truth behind green advertising claims in this episode of Ad Watchers. Join hosts Dan and Annie and guest La Toya Sutton from The Clorox Company in this Earth Day episode.

    Are You Taking Care of Your Health (Claims)?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 28:02


    In this episode of Ad Watchers, hosts Dan and Annie discuss the importance of substantiating health-related claims with scientific evidence.

    How Can You Ensure Your DEI Efforts Are Authentic?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 24:07


    As the expectation for representation has continued to rise, advertisers are turning to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) efforts to ensure everyone feels seen. NAD recognizes the significance of authenticity in these diverse depictions and will be enforcing new standards to hold companies accountable when they endorse harmful stereotypes in their advertisements.   Hosts Eric and … Continue reading How Can You Ensure Your DEI Efforts Are Authentic? →

    Where is the Line Between Ethical Design and Dark Patterns?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 19:27


    Think about the times you felt tricked or frustrated by a membership or subscription that had a seamless signup process but was later difficult to cancel. Something that should be simple and transparent can be complicated, intentionally or unintentionally, in ways that impair consumer choice. These are examples of dark patterns. Unfortunately, dark patterns are … Continue reading Where is the Line Between Ethical Design and Dark Patterns? →

    How is Direct Selling Advertising Different?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2022 27:17


    For years, the direct selling industry carried a stigma of frauds and pyramid schemes, but in 2019, the Direct Selling Association decided to take control of its reputation. They enlisted the help of BBB National Programs to develop a self-regulatory program. From this partnership came the Direct Selling Self-Regulatory Council (DSSRC). In this episode of … Continue reading How is Direct Selling Advertising Different? →

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