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DESCRIPTION Welcome to The Ecommerce Braintrust podcast, brought to you by Julie Spear, Head of Retail Marketplace Services, and Jordan Ripley, Director of Retail Account Management. Today, we're tackling a topic that has evolved from a conference panel talking point into one of the most significant media budget shifts in digital advertising: Amazon DSP for non-endemic brands. Historically, brands that don't actually sell physical products on Amazon's marketplace have questioned why they should buy Amazon media. Today the conversations we're having with brands are very different. Joining us today to unpack why 2026 is the turning point for non-endemic media buying is our very own Director of Retail Media at Acadia, Ross Walker. Let's dive in! Quote: If you're a non-endemic brand and you're hitting a point of consistent diminishing returns with your traditional media channels, that's the first signal that you should consider testing into a new media channel like ADSP. Ross Walker KEY TAKEAWAYS In this episode, Julie, Jordan, and Ross discuss: Endemic vs. non-endemic, simplified: It's really just "sells on Amazon" vs. "doesn't sell on Amazon" - the jargon is mostly industry inertia. Amazon DSP has hit parity with The Trade Desk: Years of building out premium CTV/STV, audio, digital out-of-home, and owned-channel inventory means Amazon can now support the same kind of full-funnel programmatic buys as legacy DSPs. The real edge is commerce data, at a lower cost: No other DSP has Amazon's depth of purchase-intent signal, and Amazon has intentionally kept platform and audience fees low to win market share while it can. Premium CTV reach is a genuine unlock: ADSP now reaches roughly 80 million authenticated CTV households a month through partners like Netflix, Disney+, and Roku - inventory that used to be exclusive to players like The Trade Desk. Attribution is no longer the weak link: Tools like Amazon Marketing Cloud, the Amazon Ad Tag, and conversion APIs let non-endemic brands tie a Netflix or Roku impression directly to a D2C sale, lead form, or sign-up - solving a measurement gap that's plagued programmatic for years. Endemic brands get more flexibility too: Brands that do sell on Amazon can now send DSP traffic to their own site or other retailers (Walmart, Ulta, Home Depot), though the richest behavioral/custom audiences are still reserved for traffic that stays on Amazon. Signals to know it's time to test ADSP: Diminishing returns on Meta/Google/Trade Desk, or an audience with strong, specific purchase intent are both green lights to start testing. What still differentiates DSPs going forward: As capabilities converge across platforms, the real differentiator becomes each platform's unique owned audiences and media properties (e.g., Amazon's Prime Video, Walmart's owned data via The Trade Desk).
In this episode of the Programmatic Digest Podcast, host and guest Rob JAnes, Head of Product at AdButler, discuss the rapidly changing landscape of publisher monetization and programmatic ad operations heading into 2025. Check out the interview on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/EFAuN7ce1Ag They break down the industry-wide adjustments following Google's unexpected decision not to deprecate third-party cookies and the subsequent pivot to internal identity resolution systems. A major focus of the conversation is the existential crisis content creators face due to declining traffic, driven by generative AI search summaries (like ChatGPT, Claude, and Google AI Overviews). Rob explores how AdButler is helping publishers adapt through engineering solutions, including Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers for "agentic ad ops," specialized retail media technology (Commerce Catalyst), and turnkey self-service marketplaces that can run directly on top of Google Ad Manager (GAM). They also look ahead to the future of programmatic agencies, predicting a shift from clunky DSP interfaces to autonomous media-buying AI agents guided by emerging standards like the Ad Context Protocol (ADCP). Key Takeaways The AI Traffic Squeeze: Content publishers are experiencing declining site visits as users migrate from traditional search queries to conversational AI summaries (such as ChatGPT, Claude, or Google AI Overviews) that aggregate content offsite. Monetizing AI Scraping: An emerging front in publisher revenue is demanding compensation from LLM companies (like Anthropic or OpenAI) for scraping site content. Driven by concepts discussed by industry leaders like Scott Messer, specialized startups and platforms are expected to launch within 3 to 6 months to help publishers charge scrapers. The Post-Cookie Pivot: Google's late-2025 reversal on cookie deprecation disrupted industry expectations, yet it ultimately accelerated publishers' adoption of first-party and alternative identity resolution standards like ID5 and UID2. Low-Overhead Self-Service Portals: AdButler's self-service portal builder allows local or small advertisers to purchase ad placements directly via credit card. This bypasses the need for high-overhead sales teams, making buying on publisher sites as seamless as running campaigns on Meta or LinkedIn, and can even integrate on top of existing Google Ad Manager (GAM) setups. Why Traditional Ad Servers Fail Retail Media Networks (RMNs): Standard servers like GAM are volume-based (impressions and clicks) rather than performance-driven. RMNs require unified online and offline transactional data paired with SKU-level tracking to deliver highly relevant, objective-based product ads. Agentic Ad Ops & Media Buying: AdButler has introduced Model Context Protocol (MCP) server integration, enabling ad ops teams to conversationally manage campaigns, analyze metrics, and create automated optimization rules via Claude or OpenAI. On the programmatic buyer side, protocols like the Ad Context Protocol (ADCP) and IAB's agentic protocol are paving the way for autonomous AI buying agents to eventually run campaigns across DSPs without manual human intervention.
Today in the business of podcasting:The Podcast Academy opened submissions for the 2027 Ambies, spanning 23 show categories. This cycle adds Best Music Podcast, Episode of The Year, and a new Advertising category covering Best Ad Read, Best Branded Podcast, and Podcast Advertiser of The Year.Triton Digital released its Australian Podcast Ranker for July 2026. Mamamia Out Loud held the top spot, Hamish and Andy placed second, and ABC News Top Stories cracked the top three for the first time.The IAB updated its AI Transparency and Disclosure Framework with a standardized sparkle icon or text label for advertising where AI materially changes what consumers see or hear. The harder problem is keeping that disclosure attached to the creative as it moves through agencies, DSPs, ad servers, and publishers.Buzzsprout reports more than 11,000 HLS video episodes are now live on Apple Podcasts. Among 562 established shows, median Apple Podcasts downloads rose 19 percent in the 28 days after a show's first HLS video episode.To find links to these, and every article covered in today's episode, click here. You can also subscribe to The Download's newsletter to receive the full issue straight to your email inbox every day.
Doug Lauretano, Founder & CEO of Tuple, joins Open Market to discuss why legacy DSPs may be limiting buyer access to valuable impressions.He explains how Tuple is building a next-generation DSP focused on greater visibility, transparent fees, and buyer control.Plus, Doug, Joe, and Eric settle the important question of where to find the best pizza in New York.
Today in the business of podcasting:The Podcast Academy opened submissions for the 2027 Ambies, spanning 23 show categories. This cycle adds Best Music Podcast, Episode of The Year, and a new Advertising category covering Best Ad Read, Best Branded Podcast, and Podcast Advertiser of The Year.Triton Digital released its Australian Podcast Ranker for July 2026. Mamamia Out Loud held the top spot, Hamish and Andy placed second, and ABC News Top Stories cracked the top three for the first time.The IAB updated its AI Transparency and Disclosure Framework with a standardized sparkle icon or text label for advertising where AI materially changes what consumers see or hear. The harder problem is keeping that disclosure attached to the creative as it moves through agencies, DSPs, ad servers, and publishers.Buzzsprout reports more than 11,000 HLS video episodes are now live on Apple Podcasts. Among 562 established shows, median Apple Podcasts downloads rose 19 percent in the 28 days after a show's first HLS video episode.To find links to these, and every article covered in today's episode, click here. You can also subscribe to The Download's newsletter to receive the full issue straight to your email inbox every day.
The real problem with mobile advertising isn't creative – it's what you can't see. In this special episode of The MadTech Podcast, ExchangeWire CEO Rachel Smith is joined by Thomas Bienias, agency and brand partnerships director at Kayzen, and Daniel Sichel, digital integration director at Hearts & Science (Omnicom), to discuss what CMOs and agencies should be asking their DSP partners in 2026.Many advertisers buy mobile inventory through broad DSPs, rather than DSPs built specifically for app environments. The conversation explores the challenges agencies face around creativity and fee transparency, as well as the benefits of partnering with a specialist mobile DSP. It also looks into how media, creative, and measurement teams can they come together to drive better outcomes and prove what's actually working.•••0:00 Introduction4:15 What drives performance within mobile environments?9:29 Incrementality and post-install measurement15:40 Specialist vs. generalised DSPs18:33 Mobile advertising and business outcomes27:53 Privacy in mobile advertising34:18 Creative formats for mobile and in-app40:10 Mobile advertising, tech stacks, and DSPs
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In part two of this special episode of the Programmatic Digest podcast, host Hélène Parker welcomes back Ed and introduces Jenny, the Head of Customer Experience at Pearl Diver Building on the previous episode's focus on audience discovery, this conversation dives deeply into audience optimization and the critical role of true partnership in ad tech. Jenny and Ed share insights on the optimal times to introduce new audience segments, highlighting that the best time to test an adjacent audience is actually when current campaigns are already performing well They also discuss their "chameleon" approach to customer service, where data partners deeply embed themselves to support overwhelmed traders who are managing up to 100 campaigns The episode emphasizes the necessity of transparency between buyers and data providers, the realities of onboarding versus optimization timelines, and concludes with valuable career wisdom for programmatic professionals In this episode, we cover: From Discovery to Optimization: Transitioning from finding your audience to actively optimizing your programmatic campaigns. The "Chameleon" Approach to Client Services: How true ad-tech partners seamlessly embed themselves into your agency to support overwhelmed traders who are managing up to 100 campaigns. The Perfect Time to Test New Audiences: Why you shouldn't wait for a campaign to fail before exploring new segments, and why a winning campaign provides the perfect low-risk environment to test. Why DSP Transparency is Non-Negotiable: The importance of sharing your screen and DSP setup with data partners to prevent overlapping targeting (like double geo-filters) and restrictive parameters. Onboarding Speed vs. Optimization Patience: Breaking the misconception that setting up a new data partner takes months (it can take just 45 minutes!), while emphasizing the patience required for an audience to actually optimize. Career Wisdom for Ad-Tech Professionals: Ed and Jenny share the best career advice they've received, including the importance of "always be testing" and why you should "never want to be the smartest person in the room". About Us: We help historically excluded individuals break into programmatic media buying and land jobs they love. Through our Reach and Frequency® program, coaching, and community, we make learning programmatic clear, practical, and welcoming. Join once, stay learning forever. Past workshops, paid gems, and every new recording + resource added as we go. This library isn't a one-time thing, it's the full vault plus all future trainings, recordings, and guides. Access it here: https://www.heleneparker.com/library
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Most advertisers focus on people who are ready to buy today. But what happens when that audience runs out? In this episode, I chat with Ed Hackney and Trinity Lawry from Pearl Diver about how to find high-intent audiences, why balancing every stage of the marketing funnel matters, and how AI is making audience discovery easier for media buyers. This podcast was made possible thanks to the incredible support from Pearl Diver. In This Episode Why focusing only on conversions can quickly exhaust your audience. How behavioral data helps identify where consumers are in their buying journey. How Pearl Diver's AI tool, Reality Clusters, helps uncover new audience opportunities using simple prompts. Why combining third-party data with your DSP's native audiences can improve performance. Why asking questions about your data and being transparent with your partners leads to better campaign results. This is like fishing in the same pond every day. If you never let new fish grow or explore new waters, eventually you'll stop catching anything. Remember: The best programmatic strategies balance today's performance with tomorrow's growth. About Us: We help historically excluded individuals break into programmatic media buying and land jobs they love. Through our Reach and Frequency® program, coaching, and community, we make learning programmatic clear, practical, and welcoming. Join once, stay learning forever. Past workshops, paid gems, and every new recording + resource added as we go. This library isn't a one-time thing, it's the full vault plus all future trainings, recordings, and guides. Access it here: https://www.heleneparker.com/library
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In Loving Memory of Kristine Barlam aka “Krissy”.Before diving into the main event, Billy has some explaining to do after coming back from a three-day meditation retreat. Then, the guys jump into Jay-Z's record-breaking Yankee Stadium residency, the surprise guests, an old beef finally squashed, and what it means for hip-hop's legacy artists getting their touring moment. Plus: Michael Bay movies, crying at Armageddon, and whether Wu-Tang can still sell out anywhere.Pop the Trunk with Vinnie Paz streaming on all DSPs and your favorite podcast app. @popthetrunk.pod
Join host Ashley Blaise in an enlightening episode of DSP Chat as she unpacks an episode of "DSP Talk" featuring Patrick and his collaboration with Emme, a thoughtful and dedicated DSP.In a world where it's easy to make quick decisions on behalf of others, this episode emphasizes the difference between helping and empowering. Through Patrick's experience, the story reveals how listening and respecting an individual's voice can lead to incredible growth and independence. The podcast further explores the necessity of building a trusting relationship between DSPs and those they support, which fosters open communication and shared decision-making.Key Takeaways:Empowerment arises from listening and providing opportunities for individuals to use their voices rather than speaking for them.Embracing the "Dignity of Risk" enables individuals to make informed choices, learn from their experiences, and gain independence.Daily practices, such as asking instead of assuming and waiting for responses, build the foundation for independence and confidence in those supported.Notable Quotes:"People don't need someone to speak for them. They need someone willing to listen.""Our responsibility is to help people understand their choices, prepare for challenges, and support them through the outcome.""Being a great DSP isn't about having all the answers. It's about asking the right questions."Stay tuned for more episodes of DSP Chat, where we continue to shine a light on the meaningful and impactful work of DSPs around the globe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 22 is a summer heat wave of hip-hop history. The crew runs down the classic albums that dropped between May and September across the decades — the records that defined car windows down, block parties, and the last day of school. Expect deep cuts on why summer releases hit different, some contested "greatest ever" arguments.Pop the Trunk with Vinnie Paz streaming on all DSPs and your favorite podcast app. @popthetrunk.pod
What happens when AI agents become media buyers and shopping assistants? Ari Paparo sits down with Abhay Singhal, Co-Founder and CEO of InMobi Advertising, to discuss the future of agentic advertising, AI-powered commerce, and conversational ad experiences, and how InMobi is preparing for a world where AI makes purchasing decisions. They also explore Glance's expansion to Samsung TVs, InMobi's acquisition of MobileAction, and how traditional ad tech workflows are being reimagined through AI. Takeaways: - Why AI agents will fundamentally change digital advertising - How InMobi's Agentic Selling Platform works - The future of conversational advertising - Glance's expansion to Samsung TVs and AI-powered shopping - How AI is reshaping the customer journey - Why advertisers need to move closer to the point of transaction - What the MobileAction acquisition means for app marketers - How conversational CTV ads are improving engagement Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:07 InMobi's Agentic Advertising vision 01:58 Inside the Agentic Selling Platform 03:01 Why advertising is moving closer to conversion 04:27 AI agents, DSPs & the future of media buying 06:34 Glance explained 08:13 Samsung TV partnership 09:38 Measuring AI-powered commerce 11:07 Why InMobi acquired MobileAction 12:58 Conversational AI ads on Connected TV 15:36 Lightning Round 16:01 Closing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The boys are back and the crew opens up talking hoops, the World Cup, and why American sports broadcasts hit different. From there it's straight into a milestone: Vinnie's debut solo album, Season of the Assassin, just passed its 16th anniversary, and the guys sit down to break down how it actually came together.Vinnie gets into why he waited as long as he did to go solo, the uncertainty of stepping out from Stoupe and the JMT sound , and the real story of the album's original title before it became Season of the Assassin. He walks through building the record from scratch, tracking down producers he grew up idolizing, and a session at a legendary New York studio that made the whole thing feel real. They dive into how the features and production actually got picked and, sixteen years later, we get Vinnie's take on what it means to him today. Pop the Trunk with Vinnie Paz streaming on all DSPs and your favorite podcast app. @popthetrunk.pod
Veteran audio professional Michael Curtis joins the show in Episode 329 to catch up on what he's been up to lately as well as when his YouTube educational channel will return and his new journey into audio plugin development. This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heath and RCF.Michael talks about the process of building his soon-to-be-released Live Stream Leveler plugin/stand-alone app designed for front of house mixers in applications such as corporate events, houses of worship and more who are tasked with managing a feed to a live stream of an event while simultaneously mixing the in-room audio at front of house.Episode Links:Michael Curtis (MKC) WebsiteMichael Curtis YouTube ChannelEpisode 329 TranscriptNOTE: Mike Green, the artist who performs “Break Free” that opens every episode, has released a new album — Hang The Moon: Part One — available on all streaming platforms as well as DSPs that support spatial audio. Mikegreenmusic.com will direct folks to the vinyl release or allow them to purchase digitally. And, Mike is hitting the road with Whitney Tai for “The Record Store Tour” starting May 23 in New Orleans. Find out more here.Connect with the community on the Signal To Noise Facebook Group and Discord Server. Both are spaces for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments!Also please check out and support The Roadie Clinic, Their mission is simple. “We exist to empower & heal roadies and their families by providing resources & services tailored to the struggles of the touring lifestyle.”The Signal To Noise Podcast on ProSoundWeb is co-hosted by pro audio veterans Andy Leviss and Sean Walker.Want to be a part of the show? If you have a quick tip to share, or a question for the hosts, past or future guests, or listeners at home, we'd love to include it in a future episode. You can send it to us one of two ways:1) If you want to send it in as text and have us read it, or record your own short audio file, send it to signal2noise@prosoundweb.com with the subject “Tips” or “Questions”2) If you want a quick easy way to do a short (90s or less) audio recording, go to https://www.speakpipe.com/S2N and leave us a voicemail there.
Vinnie flies solo this week to break down Jaron "Boots" Ennis's dominant, multi-knockdown stoppage of Xander Zayas that unified the 154-pound titles at the DAZN's Barclays Center PPV. He also covers the rest of that card (Jahi Tucker's win, a controversial Ben Whitaker stoppage loss), runs through news and notes — Usyk vacating his heavyweight belts, Floyd Mayweather's exhibition falling through amid his financial troubles, the WBC's questionable 154-pound rankings — and previews the July 4th weekend card topped by Abdullah Mason vs. Albert Bell.Pop the Trunk presents Knock ‘Em Out the Box streaming on all DSPs and your favorite podcast app. @popthetrunk.pod
Today you will hear my conversation with the band Vivian, who join me over dinner to discuss their quintessential "shoegays" sound, balancing community, performance and identity as a queer/trans-fronted band, and using your platform to draw attention to the most pressing issues that queer people face today. ✨ MORE ABOUT VIVIAN ✨Vivian is queer/trans-led alternative rock and self-proclaimed "shoegays" band based in Brooklyn, NY, known for marrying the palpable heartache of midwest emo with the hard-hitting riffs and abrasive edges of noise rock and grunge. Their latest EP 'Third Eye Demos,' is out now on all DSPs. ✨ KEEP UP TO DATE WITH VIVIAN ✨Instagram: instagram.com/vivianbandnyc/Bandcamp: https://vivianbk.bandcamp.comApple Music: music.apple.com/us/album/third-eye-demos-ep/1869770019Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/2F56xRoEzuWwI1WefyCG9N?si=W1v-AWM3Tby3Uo0dTuobsg✨ CONNECT WITH IZZY ✨Blog: https://agrrrlstwosoundcents.comYouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCv6SBgiYCpYbx9BOYNefkIgInstagram: instagram.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents/Twitter: twitter.com/grrrlsoundcents
Vinnie and Billy hold things down two-man-band style with Brendan out this week, and crack open the mailbag for a round of listener mail and recommendations — including no shortage of opinions on the top 50 list they've got cooking. They also bring back a beloved segment from Broad Street Breakdown and things get weird from there: a debate over psychics and mediums, an unexpected detour into a heavier real-world topic, and the usual cast of internet oddballs that keep this show interesting.Pop the Trunk with Vinnie Paz streaming on all DSPs and your favorite podcast app. @popthetrunk.pod
Myles Younger, Chief Growth Officer at U of Digital, joins Joe Zappa and Eric Franchi for a wide-ranging conversation about what it takes to grow an adtech business, win enterprise clients and keep pace with an industry changing in real time. Plus, Joe learns what Diageo is, Eric defends his YouTube viewing habits, and the group closes with a rapid-fire round covering ChatGPT, DSPs, SSPs, New York and San Francisco.
WolfTalk: Podcast About Audio Programming (People, Careers, Learning)
Phil Burk has had an amazing career as an audio developer: from writing DSP code on Z80, through creating a music language, writing code for mobile phones, PlayStation audio support, and Android, up to MIDI 2.0 contributions. He's also a co-creator of the PortAudio library, which is one of the most popular OS-agnostic audio libraries (and it's used not just from C/C++ but from Python as well).He's been there from the 80s up until today; he's seen it all!What I love about Phil is his purely interest-driven approach. He was able to make his hobby his work and thus live a life of passion. Even today, as a retiree, he still codes 8 hours a day just for fun.After listening to this episode, you will not only learn a ton of useful audio programming knowledge and feel inspired, but you will also feel thankful that the world has audio developers such as Phil; they're a real blessing, making our lives easier and more pleasant to the ear!Episode Contents From this episode, you will learn:how Phil created his first analog synth and started programming on Z80what challenges did early music programming facehow HSML music programming language came to bethe challenges of programming digital signal processors (DSPs) and designing audio hardwarehow mobile phone audio worked in the late 90s/early 2000sPhil's awesome audio projects: PortAudio, JSyn, WebDrum, and more (see below)the story of MIDI 2.0how the Android team fixed the latency problemwhich languages Phil has used throughout these 4 decades of audio programmingwhat are his work habits for maximum programmer productivityThis episode was recorded on February 4, 2026.00:00:00 Podcast Intro00:00:36 Introducing Phil Burk00:02:13 Early Music & Homebrew Electronics00:04:08 Building a Shoebox Synthesizer00:07:18 Z80 Programming via Hex Keypad00:10:15 Emulating a 68000 CPU on a Z8000:14:08 Sponsor: JUCE00:15:55 Phase-Locked Loops & the Commodore 6400:18:41 From Biophysics to Programming00:22:11 Meeting Larry Polansky at Mills College00:26:02 HMSL: A Music Language Built in Forth00:32:43 Motorola 56000: Real-Time Synthesis00:35:30 3DO: First Software Synth Console00:43:38 Designing a Custom DSP in Verilog00:54:38 JSyn: Interactive Music in the Browser01:02:00 Building PortAudio with Ross Bencina01:05:52 Max Neuhaus Sound Installations01:14:33 A 14KB MIDI Synth for Mobile Phones01:27:02 Designing the MIDI 2.0 Standard01:40:41 Sony PlayStation 3 Audio Libraries01:44:44 AAudio: Fixing Android Audio Latency01:53:16 Why Android Audio Lagged Behind iOS02:03:08 Reviving HMSL with JUCE & PForth02:07:07 Retirement: Kotlin, AI & New Projects02:12:17 Every Language Phil Has Programmed In02:18:42 Are Dedicated DSP Chips Still Needed?02:20:43 Developer Setup & Favorite Tools02:23:23 The Music-DSP List & Learning DSP02:30:08 Just Enough, Just in Time Learning02:33:05 Audio Is Harder Than People Think02:36:26 Shower Debugging & Work Habits02:41:40 How to Reach Phil Burk02:42:50 Outro
Andy Schonfeld, CRO of Tatari, joins Ari Paparo from Cannes Lions to discuss Tatari's bold message to the DSP ecosystem, why programmatic TV only captures a fraction of the market, the evolution of convergent TV buying, and how direct access to premium inventory is reshaping the future of television advertising. They also explore Tatari's Upstream platform, the role of data and AI in media planning, recent industry shakeups involving Publicis, The Trade Desk, Fox, and Roku, and why transparency and supply paths are becoming table stakes in CTV. Takeaways Tatari's Cannes campaign highlights the limitations of relying exclusively on programmatic TV buying. Major tentpole events like the Super Bowl, Olympics, and World Cup are still primarily bought through direct relationships. Convergent TV requires access to both linear and streaming inventory to maximize reach and outcomes. Data remains a key differentiator, but inventory access is equally important in a supply-constrained TV market. Tatari leverages more than a decade of performance data to optimize campaigns based on outcomes. Tatari's Upstream platform enables direct publisher integrations, reducing intermediaries and improving transparency across CTV buying. Increased scrutiny around fees and transparency is prompting agencies and brands to reevaluate their supply chains. The Fox-Roku partnership signals a shift toward deeper integration between content owners and distribution platforms. AI is accelerating media planning and workflow automation, but its effectiveness depends on the quality of underlying data. Chapters 00:09 Introduction and Tatari's Cannes Billboard Campaign01:03 Why Tatari Says DSPs Are on the TV Sidelines02:44 Can You Buy Sports and Premium TV Through a DSP?03:56 Why Inventory Matters as Much as Data06:14 What Is Tatari's Upstream Platform?07:15 Direct Publisher Integrations and Supply Path Optimization08:12 Publicis and The Trade Desk Reconciliation Explained08:54 Why Brands Are Reexamining Transparency and Fees09:22 What the Fox-Roku Partnership Means for CTV10:02 Why Direct Relationships Matter More in Streaming11:11 AI, Automation, and Agentic Buying12:00 How Tatari Uses Historical Performance Data13:07 Tatari's Biggest Advantage13:10 Tatari's Biggest Challenge13:13 Lightning Round: If Tatari Were an Animal Guests: Ari Paparo, Andy Schonfeld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of DSP Chat, Asheley Blaise explores how the revised Code of Ethics reflects the direct support profession's evolution from a caregiver focus to a more multifaceted role that includes advocacy, community connection, and relationship building. The conversation addresses critical topics like cultural humility, technology equity, and self-care, emphasizing their importance in providing high-quality support.Asheley highlights that ethics are about everyday decisions, underscoring the need for DSPs to align their actions with the desires and dignity of those they support, navigating the challenges of balancing safety, independence, and advocacy.Key Takeaways:The NADSP Code of Ethics is an essential guide for daily practice rather than just a training tool.Ethics are integral to everyday decisions and interactions, not just in major crises.Professionalism in direct support involves investing in personal growth and maintaining well-being to better support others."The evolution of the Code is really about the evolution of our profession." – Asheley BlaiseResources:NADSP Code of EthicsTune in to the full episode for a detailed exploration of how ethics and evolving professional roles redefine direct support. Stay updated for more engaging content from DSP Chat, where each episode sheds light on the nuances of this vital profession. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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If you've been around the live sound industry for more than a few years, you've almost certainly heard of legendary sound company Showco. And if you've been active at all on LinkedIn or other social media lately, you've very likely seen a lot of activity from the Showco Archive Project. This online catalog of all sorts of amazing bits of Showco history caught our eyes, and we knew we had to get the rest of the story! This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heath and RCF.This week, Sean and Andy are joined by Indigo Kretzschmar-May, founder and curator of Showco Archives, an ongoing preservation project dedicated to documenting the people, stories, artifacts, and backstage culture behind one of the most influential live sound companies in music history. Indigo grew up in and around Showco alongside her father, Showco sound engineer (and Lynrd Skyndyrd plane crash survivor) Donnie “DK” Kretzschmar to share a look at Showco's history, the archives, and more!Joining Indigo is Mike “Dr. Funk” Ponczek, also of Showco, whose career in live audio spans nearly five decades (and counting!), including mixing for The Who, The Kinks, Eric Claptop, and Paul McCartney, and continues today working at Dallas's Kessler Theater.Episode Links:Showco Archives (here and here)Showco Swag ShopEpisode 328 TranscriptNOTE: Mike Green, the artist who performs “Break Free” that opens every episode, has released a new album — Hang The Moon: Part One — available on all streaming platforms as well as DSPs that support spatial audio. Mikegreenmusic.com will direct folks to the vinyl release or allow them to purchase digitally. And, Mike is hitting the road with Whitney Tai for “The Record Store Tour” starting May 23 in New Orleans. Find out more here.Connect with the community on the Signal To Noise Facebook Group and Discord Server. Both are spaces for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments!Also please check out and support The Roadie Clinic, Their mission is simple. “We exist to empower & heal roadies and their families by providing resources & services tailored to the struggles of the touring lifestyle.”The Signal To Noise Podcast on ProSoundWeb is co-hosted by pro audio veterans Andy Leviss and Sean Walker.Want to be a part of the show? If you have a quick tip to share, or a question for the hosts, past or future guests, or listeners at home, we'd love to include it in a future episode. You can send it to us one of two ways:1) If you want to send it in as text and have us read it, or record your own short audio file, send it to signal2noise@prosoundweb.com with the subject “Tips” or “Questions”2) If you want a quick easy way to do a short (90s or less) audio recording, go to https://www.speakpipe.com/S2N and leave us a voicemail there.
Ryan Mayward, SVP and GM of Walmart Connect, joins Ari Paparo to discuss Walmart's new partnership with Yahoo and Magnite, the role of Vizio in Walmart's CTV strategy, retail media measurement, incrementality, and the future of in-store advertising. Learn how Walmart is making its audience data more accessible while focusing on outcomes and advertiser flexibility. Takeaways Walmart Connect integrated its audience and measurement capabilities with Magnite, enabling Yahoo DSP advertisers to activate campaigns on Vizio inventory. The partnership aims to make Walmart data more accessible while maintaining control over audience targeting and measurement. Walmart plans to expand access to additional DSPs and buying paths over time. Vizio OS has become a major growth driver, powering a significant share of smart TVs sold in the U.S. Walmart Connect is focused on outcomes-based advertising, including customer acquisition, sales lift, and incremental return on ad spend (iROAS). Walmart is expanding in-store media opportunities through digital screens and retail media innovations. Chapters00:00 Introduction & Walmart Connect Overview00:36 Walmart, Yahoo, Magnite & Vizio Partnership Explained03:34 Why Walmart Chose a Sell-Side Integration Strategy04:25 Future DSP Expansion Plans05:42 The Evolution of Connected TV Advertising06:50 Outcomes-Based Measurement & Walmart DSP08:56 Incrementality and iROAS in Retail Media10:24 Measuring Online vs. In-Store Sales Impact11:32 Walmart's In-Store Media & Digital Screen Strategy13:28 Walmart Connect's Biggest Advantage13:54 Walmart Connect's Biggest Challenge14:20 Lightning Round: If Walmart Connect Were an Animal15:17 Closing Remarks Guests: Ari Paparo, Ryan Mayward Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
John Raffaele is the Director of Educational Services at the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP), with over 40 years of experience in the human services field. Throughout his career, John has focused on direct support, social work, professional education, and workforce development. He has made significant contributions to training and mentoring thousands of direct support professionals across North America. John is recognized for elevating the professional identity and voice of direct support professionals, helping shape a respected workforce committed to dignity, inclusion, and ethical practice.Episode Summary:In this episode of DSP Talk, host Asheley Blaise and guest John Raffaele discuss the timely evolution and integral revisions of the NADSP Code of Ethics. Amidst changing societal dynamics and post-COVID-19 realizations, the conversation delves into why this ethical framework needed to adapt. John, a veteran in human services, highlights the transition from a primarily custodial focus to a recognition of direct support as a specialized, essential profession. This transformation aligns with broader themes such as person-centered support, cultural humility, technology, justice, and equity, which are increasingly central to the field of direct support.As the episode unfolds, the discussion emphasizes the need for ethics that adapt with the times, fostering not just skills but a culture of respect, inclusion, and professional growth among direct support professionals. John underscores how the revised code embodies these modern issues, including increasing professional recognition and self-care importance for DSPs. This commitment to evolving best practices ensures that direct support professionals continue to enrich the lives of those they serve, fostering a supportive, self-directed, and dignified environment for individuals with disabilities.Key Takeaways:The NADSP Code of Ethics has been updated to reflect contemporary challenges and priorities, particularly in the wake of COVID-19, highlighting the profound role of DSPs.Core values such as person-centered support, respect, and dignity remain central, emphasizing the nuanced, complex nature of direct support work.Modern elements like technology, social media, and cultural humility are included in the revised code to ensure relevance and efficacy in DSP practices.The new Code stresses professionalism, integrity, and self-care, imparting that DSPs must bring their best selves to their roles to support others effectively.Notable Quotes:"We need to help guide direct support professionals with more than just mandatory health and safety training; we have to contribute an ethical code." — John Raffaele"The revised Code of Ethics speaks directly to DSPs, elevating their role and acknowledging their professional contributions." — John Raffaele"Being person-centered means my loyalty, my allegiance, the reason I'm employed, is based on that person." — John Raffaele"Ethics are not just something we hang on a wall; they're something we live in every conversation and choice." — Ashley BlaiseResources:National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
“This my first time doing a sit down situation so you can say I beat the streets” ~ Jose Guapo In this exclusive interview conducted by Lalaa Shepard, Jose Guapo opens up about recently coming home from jail, sobriety, beating his cases, personal growth, and entering a healthier space mentally, physically, and spiritually. Guapo speaks honestly about serving time, jail conditions, being treated like a regular person while incarcerated, and people taking photos of him while he was locked up. Jose Guapo also reflects on losing his father and brother and explains how those losses changed his outlook on life. He shares why he is now more focused on accountability, discipline, peace, health, and building his legacy moving forward. During the conversation, Guapo discusses the Rich Kidz era impact, Atlanta music culture, the impact of “Take Me Thru Dere,” and the influence of the “A Futuristic Summa” and “FILA25” projects. He also reveals that rapper Breskii, who appears on “Take Me Thru Dere,” is his real-life blood sister. Guapo also discusses upcoming music, why a lot of his catalog is currently unavailable on DSPs, and his upcoming project “Son Of A Giant: Forever B-Shot.” In addition, Jose Guapo speaks on his relationship with T.I. and how T.I. stepped up for him following the passing of his father. He also shares thoughts on the Gucci Mane and Pooh Shiesty situation, and Hoodrich Pablo Juan's Welcome Home concert. The Atlanta rapper also reflects on the lives and legacies of Young Scooter, Trouble, Rich Homie Quan, and Takeoff while discussing the responsibility of carrying the torch for Atlanta culture. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joseguapo_backup/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In Episode 327, the hosts welcome Brian Frost, a Salt Lake City-based/nationally working sound engineer specializing in executive keynotes, product launches, press events, and conferences, to discuss front of house vs streaming mixes, why corporate events today end up needing so many mixes to run smoothly, and much more. This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heath and RCF.A recent contributor to Live Sound International magazine/ProSoundWeb, Brian has been sharing some killer insights into the world of high-end corporate audio on his blog and the magazine lately, and, along with Sean and Andy, he dug into those topics in this conversation. Particularly if you work corporate events of any scale, this is an episode not to miss — there's so much great, hard-learned info that Brian has to share!Episode Links:Brian Frost's Blog“The Quiet Signs: A Look At How To Determine When It's Time To Upgrade Your Console,” by Brian FrostEpisode 327 TranscriptNOTE: Mike Green, the artist who performs “Break Free” that opens every episode, has released a new album — Hang The Moon: Part One — available on all streaming platforms as well as DSPs that support spatial audio. Mikegreenmusic.com will direct folks to the vinyl release or allow them to purchase digitally. And, Mike is hitting the road with Whitney Tai for “The Record Store Tour” starting May 23 in New Orleans. Find out more here.Connect with the community on the Signal To Noise Facebook Group and Discord Server. Both are spaces for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments!Also please check out and support The Roadie Clinic, Their mission is simple. “We exist to empower & heal roadies and their families by providing resources & services tailored to the struggles of the touring lifestyle.”The Signal To Noise Podcast on ProSoundWeb is co-hosted by pro audio veterans Andy Leviss and Sean Walker.Want to be a part of the show? If you have a quick tip to share, or a question for the hosts, past or future guests, or listeners at home, we'd love to include it in a future episode. You can send it to us one of two ways:1) If you want to send it in as text and have us read it, or record your own short audio file, send it to signal2noise@prosoundweb.com with the subject “Tips” or “Questions”2) If you want a quick easy way to do a short (90s or less) audio recording, go to https://www.speakpipe.com/S2N and leave us a voicemail there.
Discover how the future of TV advertising is shifting toward outcome-based measurement and AI-driven optimization coming out of the 2026 upfronts . iSpot CEO Sean Muller joins the show to break down their fundamental "Creative + Audience = Outcome" equation, the integration of their new AI platform Sage, and why the industry must prioritize trusted, neutral data over ongoing currency debates. Key Highlights
Today you will hear my conversation with the buzzy LA indie rock trio Kid Sistr, who join me to discuss their brand new EP 'American Teenage Prophecy,' writing odes to sapphic love, and filming "the first pregnancy by strap" for the title track's music video. It was, as you can imagine, a very unserious convo, and the most fun I've had talking to a band, probably ever. ✨ MORE ABOUT KID SISTR ✨Kid Sistr is a Los Angeles-based trio known for their blustering indie rock anthems about the most fun parts of being queer, with catchy new wave pop hooks. Their brand new EP, 'American Teenage Prophecy,' is out now. on all DSPs. ✨ KEEP UP TO DATE WITH KID SISTR ✨Instagram: instagram.com/kid_sistr/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kidsistrbandFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/kidsistrband/YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCeezaL2QtHFDEaE_R7m43yASpotify: open.spotify.com/artist/7ysZTe2PbCTqmC2tE1dpCkApple Music: music.apple.com/us/artist/kid-sistr/1506324271✨ CONNECT WITH IZZY ✨Blog: https://agrrrlstwosoundcents.comYouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCv6SBgiYCpYbx9BOYNefkIgInstagram: instagram.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents/Twitter: twitter.com/grrrlsoundcents
VII123 - Sean Tyas - Chrome (Will Rees Remix) Release: April 17th 2026 One of our most popular releases, with streams in the millions across all DSPs, Sean Tyas's Chrome was certainly a Crew favourite when it was originally released back in 2020. An iconic an instantly recognisable riff this was one of those tracks you could get a big crowd reaction from as soon as they heard the first teases of that oh so familiar melody. Now Welsh tech trance rising star Will Rees steps up tot he plate to deliver a slamming new remix that has all the power and punch of his recent masterpiece of a remix for John Askew's Recalibrate that we released last year. This is a perfect remix and a perfect tribute to one of our favs form the back catalogue.
In this episode of the Programmatic Digest, Hélène Parker and Assetou Kone dive into the evolving role of AI in programmatic advertising and campaign optimization. The conversation explores how media buyers and traders can use tools like ChatGPT and Claude to streamline workflows, analyze campaign data more efficiently, and uncover deeper optimization insights. Hélène opens the session by reframing optimization as more than simple "bid up, bid down" tactics. Instead, she explains how successful optimization requires hypothesis testing, strategic thinking, and understanding how DSP algorithms redistribute spend based on performance signals. Using practical examples, she demonstrates how removing underperforming inventory can improve overall campaign efficiency by reallocating budget toward higher-performing placements. Assetou walks through the fundamentals traders need before introducing AI into their workflows, emphasizing the importance of understanding campaign objectives across awareness, consideration, conversion, and loyalty stages. She explains how campaign goals directly influence which metrics traders should prioritize and optimize toward. The heart of the workshop focuses on prompt engineering and practical AI usage. Assetou demonstrates how traders can use AI to analyze site lists, identify inefficient domains, generate allow/block lists, surface top-performing inventory, and extract geo-level insights tied to real-world audience behavior. She also highlights how combining AI-generated insights with industry knowledge creates stronger strategic recommendations for clients. Throughout the discussion, Hélène and Assetou address common fears around AI and job security, explaining why traders who learn how to leverage AI tools will become more valuable — not less. They close by discussing the future of agentic AI within DSPs and how automation can help traders spend less time buried in spreadsheets and more time focusing on strategy and insight generation.
Episode 312 - IceMan ComethFirst lookout for #OFFTHEDOME: What's your dream “Best of Both Worlds” tour?
In Episode 326, guest co-host Aram Piligian returns to join Andy for the second half of their conversation with Chris Lapp, developer of the new Open Fabric Studio AV network management software and senior specialist solutions engineer at Cisco and ask all about “anything and everything” AV networking. This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heath and RCF.Chris Lapp leads the design and delivery of mission-critical media and data center infrastructure at the intersection of broadcast, IP networking, and AI. With a background that spans live production, large-scale data center architectures, and modern software-defined systems, he helps organizations build platforms that are performant, resilient, and ready for what's next. Chris's work focuses on translating complex technical requirements into practical, scalable solutions that support real-time media workflows and high-stakes operations.In addition to his work with Cisco and developing Open Fabric Studio, Chris also serves as the vice president of Membership for the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE).Episode Links:STN Episode 325 (Chris Lapp Part 1)Open Fabric Studiojetfx (Personal Audio DSP + Guitar NAM)More About Chris LappEpisode 326 TranscriptNOTE: Mike Green, the artist who performs “Break Free” that opens every episode, has released a new album — Hang The Moon: Part One — available on all streaming platforms as well as DSPs that support spatial audio. Mikegreenmusic.com will direct folks to the vinyl release or allow them to purchase digitally. And, Mike is hitting the road with Whitney Tai for “The Record Store Tour” starting May 23 in New Orleans. Find out more here.Connect with the community on the Signal To Noise Facebook Group and Discord Server. Both are spaces for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments!Also please check out and support The Roadie Clinic, Their mission is simple. “We exist to empower & heal roadies and their families by providing resources & services tailored to the struggles of the touring lifestyle.”The Signal To Noise Podcast on ProSoundWeb is co-hosted by pro audio veterans Andy Leviss and Sean Walker.Want to be a part of the show? If you have a quick tip to share, or a question for the hosts, past or future guests, or listeners at home, we'd love to include it in a future episode. You can send it to us one of two ways:1) If you want to send it in as text and have us read it, or record your own short audio file, send it to signal2noise@prosoundweb.com with the subject “Tips” or “Questions”2) If you want a quick easy way to do a short (90s or less) audio recording, go to https://www.speakpipe.com/S2N and leave us a voicemail there.
Episode 312 - IceMan ComethFirst lookout for #OFFTHEDOME: What's your dream “Best of Both Worlds” tour?
Today you will hear my conversation with NYC indie pop singer/songwriter Sabrina Song. We discuss her brand new EP, 'Big Trick,' inner conflicts that rarely resolve on their own, womanhood, and complex relationship dynamics. ✨ MORE SABRINA SONG ✨Sabrina Song is a an indie pop singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist known for her captivating lyrical prose and inventive melodies. As an active writer/producer in New York, she has collaborated with the likes of Merce Henderson, Pom Pom Squad, and NYC mainstay Sofia D'Angelo. Her new EP 'Big Trick,' is out tomorrow on all DSPs. ✨ KEEP UP TO DATE WITH SABRINA SONG ✨Web: https://www.sabrinasongmusic.comInstagram: instagram.com/iamsabrinasong/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sab_songYouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC2IlLw10fTPSTNNKI6ckb5wApple Music: music.apple.com/us/artist/sabrina-song/1086272715Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/7JXdTCq0awJfHZMJJkG0AS✨ CONNECT WITH IZZY ✨Blog: https://agrrrlstwosoundcents.comYouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCv6SBgiYCpYbx9BOYNefkIgInstagram: instagram.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents/Twitter: twitter.com/grrrlsoundcents
In Episode 325, guest co-host Aram Piligian joins Andy to sit down with Chris Lapp, developer of the new Open Fabric Studio AV network management software and senior specialist solutions engineer at Cisco and ask all about anything and everything AV networking! This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heath and RCF.This is the first of a two-part conversation where everything from switch configurations, the differences between Dante, AES67, and AVB/Milan, managed versus unmanaged switches, whether or not to use DHCP, and more was on the table.Chris Lapp leads the design and delivery of mission-critical media and data center infrastructure at the intersection of broadcast, IP networking, and AI. With a background that spans live production, large-scale data center architectures, and modern software-defined systems, he helps organizations build platforms that are performant, resilient, and ready for what's next. Chris's work focuses on translating complex technical requirements into practical, scalable approaches that support real-time media workflows and high-stakes operations. In addition to his work with Cisco and developing Open Fabric Studio, Chris also serves as the vice president of membership for the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE).Episode Links:About Chris LappOpen Fabric Studiojetfx (Personal Audio DSP + Guitar NAM)Episode 325 TranscriptNOTE: Mike Green, the artist who performs “Break Free” that opens every episode, has released a new album — Hang The Moon: Part One — available on all streaming platforms as well as DSPs that support spatial audio. Mikegreenmusic.com will direct folks to the vinyl release or allow them to purchase digitally. And, Mike is hitting the road with Whitney Tai for “The Record Store Tour” starting May 23 in New Orleans. Find out more here.Connect with the community on the Signal To Noise Facebook Group and Discord Server. Both are spaces for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments!Also please check out and support The Roadie Clinic, Their mission is simple. “We exist to empower & heal roadies and their families by providing resources & services tailored to the struggles of the touring lifestyle.”The Signal To Noise Podcast on ProSoundWeb is co-hosted by pro audio veterans Andy Leviss and Sean Walker.Want to be a part of the show? If you have a quick tip to share, or a question for the hosts, past or future guests, or listeners at home, we'd love to include it in a future episode. You can send it to us one of two ways:1) If you want to send it in as text and have us read it, or record your own short audio file, send it to signal2noise@prosoundweb.com with the subject “Tips” or “Questions”2) If you want a quick easy way to do a short (90s or less) audio recording, go to https://www.speakpipe.com/S2N and leave us a voicemail there.
The boys are back. Vinnie and Brendan are back for a weekend of boxing you can't afford to sleep on. Before they get into the fights, there's no shortage of news — from a massive heavyweight announcement that's been a long time coming, to promotional shake-ups and signings that are quietly reshaping the landscape.Then it's fight time. Two pound-for-pound monsters. Two cards that demand your attention. Inoue vs. Nakatani and Benavidez vs. Ramirez get the full breakdown — the styles, the stakes, the odds, and where each guy stands heading into the biggest weekend of the year. Predictions are locked in. Pop the Trunk streaming on YouTube, all DSPs and your favorite podcast app. @popthetrunk.pod
Asheley Blaise explores the intersection of AI and human services, focusing on its impact on Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). The episode navigates concerns about AI replacing DSPs, emphasizing AI's role in eliminating repetitive tasks and enhancing support quality. Key insights include the need for DSP involvement in tech development and the importance of human judgment and empathy. Ethical considerations regarding AI's data use and the significance of preserving human connection in support services are also discussed, stressing the need for DSPs to shape AI's future use in their field.Key Takeaways:AI should be viewed as a tool to enhance DSP work, not as a replacement.DSPs should be integral in AI technology development to ensure practical application.Technology can organize and identify patterns, but human judgment is vital for understanding person-centered care.Ethical considerations are crucial when implementing AI, as data can harbor biases and miss important cultural context.DSPs hold the crucial of maintaining human-centric support in the evolving landscape of AI advancements.Resources:· NY Alliance AI ToolkitTo explore these insightful discussions further, tune into this episode and stay updated with the latest conversations from DSP Chat, where Asheley continues to shed light on the evolving dynamics within the world of direct support professionals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of GAHHDcast, we sit down with legendary hip-hop group Natural Elements for Part 1 of an in-depth conversation centered around their brand new project Alignment, officially dropping April 17.The Lost Episodes is a special YouTube-exclusive series from the GAHHDcast vault. These are previously unreleased video episodes that were originally only available on digital streaming platforms (DSPs). Now, for the first time, we're bringing these classic convos, debates, and interviews to YouTube. Consider this the director's cut of GAHHD history—raw, unfiltered, and still relevant.This is the 1st installment of the Natural Elements interview series.In Part 1, Natural Elements break down everything that led up to Alignment, from the creative spark behind the project to how the album was structured and brought to life. The group dives into the producers involved, the sonic direction of the album, and how their sound continues to evolve while staying true to their roots.We also discuss the visual side of the project, including their latest music videos and how visuals play a role in storytelling today. The conversation expands into their distribution partnership with Fat Beats, giving insight into how the deal came together and what it means for the release.To wrap it up, the group walks us through the rollout strategy behind Alignment, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at how a veteran act approaches releasing music in today's landscape.This is only Part 1—tap in.Natural Elements Alignment interview, Natural Elements new album 2026, Alignment Fat Beats release, Natural Elements Gahhdcast, underground hip hop interviews, boom bap 2026, Fat Beats distribution deal, hip hop album rollout strategy, independent hip hop artists 2026, NYC rap groups interview#NaturalElements #Alignment #GAHHDcast #HipHopInterview #UndergroundHipHop #BoomBap #FatBeats #NYCHipHop #IndependentArtists #HipHopCulture
How do you turn a niche product into an 8-figure Amazon brand? The founders of Naoki Matcha share the branding, keyword, and supply chain decisions that helped them scale worldwide. :moneybag: Get Helium 10 with a special discount to start or scale your e-commerce business here: https://h10.me/h10 ► Watch The Podcasts On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Helium10SeriousSellersPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 ► Instagram: instagram.com/serioussellerspodcast ► Free Amazon Seller Chrome Extension: https://h10.me/extension ► Sign Up For Helium 10: https://h10.me/signup (Use SSP10 To Save 10% For Life) ► Learn How To Sell on Amazon: https://h10.me/ft What does it look like when two childhood friends turn a side hustle into an eight-figure global brand? In this episode, Bradley Sutton sits down with Samuel Loo and Singchuen Chiam, the co-founders of Naoki Matcha, to unpack how they went from selling generic glass teapots to building one of the most recognizable matcha brands on Amazon. Their story starts in Singapore, stretches into Japan's tea-producing regions, and becomes a masterclass in patience, product-market fit, and long-term brand building. Sam and Sing did not stumble into success overnight. Their first products were fragile, generic, and easy to copy, forcing them to rethink the kind of business they really wanted to build. That search led them to matcha, a category with higher barriers to entry and far greater complexity than a typical private-label product. Instead of sourcing from a marketplace and calling it a day, they had to knock on digital doors, travel to Japan, build supplier relationships, refine taste profiles, and learn how to create a product customers would come back for again and again. Their growth was slow at first, but their commitment to quality and feedback gave them a durable edge. As the brand grew, so did its sophistication. They expanded from Amazon into other marketplaces, built teams across Singapore and Japan, invested heavily in in-house creative, and began thinking beyond Amazon PPC into upper-funnel channels like Meta, DSPs, and TikTok. They also shared how Naoki Matcha navigated the recent matcha shortage without major price hikes, using strong supplier relationships and careful supply chain planning to stay in stock while competitors struggled. It is a reminder that real brand power is not just built through ads and listings, but through trust, consistency, and operational depth. This episode is a powerful example of what can happen when founders play the long game. Sam and Sing did not chase shortcuts. They built slowly, learned deeply, and stayed obsessed with product quality as they scaled into an eight-figure business. For sellers who want to move beyond quick wins and build something that lasts, this conversation shows that the biggest advantage is not speed. It is discipline, vision, and the willingness to keep improving long after the first sale. In episode 743 of the Serious Sellers Podcast, Bradley, Sam, and Sing discuss: 00:00 - Introduction 01:05 - Meet The Founders Of Naoki Matcha 03:25 - Their First Amazon Product Before Matcha 04:28 - Why They Chose Matcha As The Long-Term Play 07:18 - Slow Early Growth And The Mindset That Kept Them Going 08:40 - Finding Japanese Suppliers Through “Digital Door Knocking” 10:23 - Expanding From Amazon USA To Other Marketplaces 12:30 - Why TikTok And Brand.com Are The Next Growth Channels 14:42 - The In-House Creative Strategy Behind The Brand 16:31 - How They Navigated The Matcha Supply Shortage 21:20 - Upper Funnel Marketing And Growing Branded Search 35:04 - Supply Chain Control, Factory Relationships, And Future Growth Enjoy this episode? Be sure to check out our previous episodes for even more content to propel you to Amazon FBA Seller success! And don't forget to “Like” our Facebook page and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you listen to our podcast. Get snippets from all episodes by following us on Instagram at @SeriousSellersPodcast Want to absolutely start crushing it on Amazon? Here are few carefully curated resources to get you started: Freedom Ticket: Taught by Amazon thought leader Kevin King, get A-Z Amazon strategies and techniques for establishing and solidifying your business. Helium 10: 30+ software tools to boost your entire sales pipeline from product research to customer communication and Amazon refund automation. Make running a successful Amazon or Walmart business easier with better data and insights. See what our customers have to say. Helium 10 Chrome Extension: Verify your Amazon product idea and validate how lucrative it can be with over a dozen data metrics and profitability estimation. SellerTrademarks.com: Trademarks are vital for protecting your Amazon brand from hijackers, and sellertrademarks.com provides a streamlined process for helping you get one.
In this episode, we explore how a proposed city council bill in New York could disrupt Amazon's entire last-mile delivery network. The legislation effectively targets the use of subcontractors, which could force independent delivery service providers to shut down or convert their independent contractors into full employees. Next, we head out on the water, where CMA CGM and its Ocean Alliance partners have launched a new direct container service from Asia to the Port of Jacksonville. This strategic expansion provides shippers with a vital alternative to congested West Coast ports and enhances supply chain diversification for the Southeast. Finally, we unpack the high-stakes boardroom drama at the fleet payments giant WEX, which is currently facing a significant proxy battle from an institutional shareholder. The outcome of this struggle could trigger substantial changes in leadership and impact how operational expenses are handled across the broader trucking industry. Follow the FreightWaves NOW Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Doug Golub is a seasoned thought leader in the healthcare technology and human services sector with over 20 years of pioneering experience. As a founding member of Microsoft Health Solutions Group, Doug has been pivotal in promoting person-centered practices, Medicaid transformation, and data-driven solutions. Currently, he leads Data Potato LLC, focusing on responsible technology and data utilization, while serving on the AI Committee for Access and as a board member of the Anchor Foundation.Episode Summary:In this insightful episode of DSP Talk, host Asheley Blaise delves into the transformative landscape of AI in human services with esteemed guest Doug Golub. The discussion centers around how AI is reshaping the future of the direct support workforce with a strong emphasis on person-centered care and technological innovation. Doug Golub, drawing from his vast experience, shares invaluable insights on the inclusion of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in AI dialogues, highlighting the importance of integrating their hands-on experience for developing effective AI tools.With a focus on the potential of AI in enhancing rather than displacing the workforce, Doug outlines practical applications of AI in human services. The conversation reflects on the transformation of administrative and documentation tasks through AI to facilitate more meaningful support relationships. This episode offers a balanced exploration of AI's possibilities, alongside ethical and practical considerations, underscoring the critical role of DSPs in shaping AI advancements.Key Takeaways:The potential of AI lies in its ability to assist, not replace, DSPs by automating documentation and administrative tasks, allowing more time for direct support.DSPs' inclusion in AI development discussions is essential to ensure technology reflects real-world support and avoids biases.Training for DSPs should extend beyond utilizing tools to encompass understanding biases, ethical use, and empowering them to question AI's outputs.AI tools can help identify trends and provide valuable insights, but they must be interpreted and mediated by humans to maintain effective support.Notable Quotes:"If we understand how the software works, we call it software. If we don't understand how it works and we think it's magic, we call it AI." – Doug Golub"The tools that are emerging have to help make it more fulfilling, more opportunity, more robust to be able to make that difference in people's lives." – Doug Golub"These tools are changing the way that we work, they are changing the way that agencies are operating." – Doug Golub"What makes it better is when we actually involve the people that know what they're talking about, which are the frontline staff." – Doug GolubResources:Data Potato LLCThe New York Alliance AI CommunityAnchor FoundationListen to the full episode to dive deeper into a conversation intertwined with innovation and empathy, and to better understand how AI can partner with human expertise to transform the future of human services. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this month's episode, Emma and Danny Hoffman (Senior Director, Global Retail Strategy) break down three commerce topics brands should have on their radar right now: what Joybuy's launch in Europe could mean for competition and for brands, why more advertising dollars may keep moving toward retailer DSPs instead of other media environments, and how AI is starting to change the way shoppers discover products and how brands show up.
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticJoin The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0KAnalytic Dreamz dives deep into Kanye West's (Ye) highly anticipated 2026 solo album Bully. Born in 1977 in Chicago, Ye began his career as a producer at Roc-A-Fella Records, contributing major work to The Blueprint before launching his own legendary run. His artistic evolution spans soul-sampled classics like 2004's The College Dropout, the Auto-Tune innovation of 2008's 808s & Heartbreak, and the industrial experimentation of 2013's Yeezus. With 24 Grammy Awards, Ye is celebrated for constant reinvention and polarizing creative shifts. Bully arrived on March 28, 2026, via YZY / Gamma as an 18-track project. The sound returns to heavy soul sampling with influences from Sam Cooke and The Supremes. Development included an early V1 version with AI-generated vocals in 2025, multiple delays from an original June 2025 target, and final re-recording with human vocals. The title draws from a comment by Ye's son and references to the Larry Clark film. Release featured listening parties and pre-save campaigns. Critical reception is mixed: production earns praise for its strongest soul chops and stadium hooks in years, yet many reviews describe the album as lifeless with weak lyricism and a lack of fresh artistic reset. Pitchfork scored it 3.4/10, with an Album of the Year critic average around 51/100. Commercially, Bully opened with approximately 117,000 first-week units for a Billboard 200 debut at #2, behind ARIRANG. It marks Ye's first solo album not reaching #1 since 2004 and the lowest opening of his career, though it extends his streak of 14 consecutive Top 2 albums. Streaming dominated with an estimated 50 million Spotify streams on day one, securing the biggest hip-hop streaming debut of 2026 and global #1 album status. Pure sales landed at a career-low ~20,000 units, reflecting the independent model with minimal traditional marketing and heavy reliance on fanbase and DSPs. Physical bundles sold via Yeezy.com. This segment explores the AI vocal controversy, the shift to streaming-first strategy, the production-versus-content divide, and what Bully reveals about Ye's ongoing career trajectory in 2026. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Legendary musician, producer and songwriter, Dave Stewart, joins Gaby to share in the joy of music and art and using your imagination. They talk about his time in Eurythmics, how he and Annie came up with the melody for 'Sweet Dreams', playing to 3 people on New Year's Eve and why he wants young musicians to forget about algorithms and DSPs and just go out and play live. Dave also tells Gaby about his new venture 'Rare' - and also about the show he's written for young kids, to inspire them.
Most marketers think of Roku as just another ad platform, but the real opportunity is understanding how streaming is changing the entire media mix. In this episode, Nik sits down with Jeff Katz from Roku to break down what's actually happening inside one of the biggest platforms in media, how connected TV has evolved, and why more performance brands should be paying attention. Jeff gets into how TV buying has changed from big creative bets and slow measurement cycles to a more flexible, measurable, self-serve world. Nik and Jeff unpack what DSPs actually do, how streaming fits alongside search and social, and what kinds of products tend to win on the biggest screen in the house. If you've ever wondered when TV should enter the mix, how Roku actually works, or what the next layer of growth looks like after Meta and Google, this episode is for you. --- Roku pioneered streaming on TV. We connect users to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers with unique capabilities to engage consumers. Learn more at advertising.roku.com/limitedsupply. --- Want more DTC advice? Check out the Limited Supply YouTube page for more insider tips. Check out the Nik's DTC newsletter: https://bit.ly/3mOUJMJ And if you're looking for an instant stream of on-demand DTC gold, check out the Limited Supply Slack Channel for Nik's most unfiltered, uncensored thoughts. Follow Nik: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/mrsharma