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New ideas and new technology are causing seismic shifts the media industry. Meet the innovators, the risk-takers and the disrupters on the front lines of change from Hollywood, Wall Street, Silicon Valley and beyond. This is the "Up Next Podcast" with Gabriella Mirabelli.

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27:20

UN 396 - Dave Bernath. Wurl.

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2026/01/29

In this episode, Dave Bernath, CEO of Wurl and former Comedy Central GM, explains the technology infrastructure behind ad-supported streaming TV. The conversation covers how FAST channels work, the relationship between content owners and platforms, and why major studios sometimes cede advertising control to distributors. Bernath discusses contextual targeting that matches emotional tone between ads and content, the gap between streaming viewership (45%) and ad spending (15%), and attribution

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27:05

UN 395 - YPulse. Mythbusting Gen Z.

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2026/01/22

MaryLeigh Bliss from YPulse reveals how media headlines systematically misrepresent Gen Z through sensationalized claims based on viral social content rather than representative research. The conversation debunks major myths about financial expectations, workplace behavior, technology adoption, and mental health by contrasting bold headlines with actual survey data from thousands of young consumers. Bliss explains how to distinguish between micro-trends and mass behavior, why seemingly

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29:10

UN 394 - Patrick Moynihan. Identity, Trust, Control.

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2026/01/15

Attribution has always been a challenge for marketers, and today's internet only makes it harder. Cookie banners frustrate users, bots distort signals, and brands face growing liability for the data they collect. What if there were a way to fix all of this while giving individuals true ownership of their online identities? In this episode, Gabriella Mirabelli speaks with Patrick Moynihan, co-founder and president of Tracer Labs, about Trust ID, a portable, user-owned digital identity built on

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28:26

UN 393 - IJRM. How Creators Capture Value.

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2026/01/08

Pierre-Yann Dolbec and Andrew Smith discuss research explaining creator monetization. The conversation covers three value capture modes that determine creator monetization: advertiser mode, selling attention through partnerships, entrepreneur mode, exploiting market opportunities through product launches, and professional mode, packaging expertise for direct sale. The researchers explain why mode-spanning creators demonstrate greater resilience, how authenticity struggles stem from violating

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29:37

UN 392 - YPulse. Predictions for 2026.

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2025/12/18

MaryLeigh Bliss from YPulse reveals 2026 predictions for Gen Alpha, Gen Z, and millennial behaviors. After accurately calling 2025 trends, including livestream shopping's breakthrough and local experience resurgence, Bliss forecasts surprising shifts in how social media functions, dramatic compression of cultural cycles, and the evolution of fan creativity through emerging technologies. The conversation covers unexpected entertainment format changes, authenticity concerns reshaping content

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28:40

UN 391 - Ulli Appelbaum. The Science of Brand...

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2025/12/11

Ullie Appelbaum, brand strategist and author of The Science of Brand Associations, explains how cognitive psychology's associative network theory and neuroscience research inform brand building. The conversation covers how information is stored as connected nodes in memory, the 5-95 rule showing brand predisposition represents 70% of future sales, and the 60-40 optimal mix of brand building to performance marketing. Appelbaum discusses how cultural associations age and require modernization,

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23:20

UN 390 - IJRM. Complexity & Brand Gender in Advertising.

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2025/12/04

Siyun Chen, associate professor at Sun Yat-sen University, discusses her research showing masculine brands perform better with simple ad designs while feminine brands achieve better results with complex designs. The conversation covers how visual complexity is determined by element count, detail level, and arrangement irregularity, why the effect works through subconscious conceptual fluency, and how brand gender can be manipulated through names, colors, and visual elements. Chen explains the role

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28:40

UN 389 - Sundar Swaminathan. How Uber saved $35M in Ads.

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2025/11/20

Former Uber Head of Marketing Data Science Sundar Swaminathan shares how he uncovered that Uber's massive Facebook ad spend wasn't driving real growth. He explains what companies can learn about incrementality, brand investment, and making data-driven decisions without overcomplicating the process. A must-listen for marketers navigating performance vs. brand spend.

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27:30

UN 388 - YPulse. Style, Fashion, and Identity.

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2025/11/13

In today's episode, MaryLeigh Bliss, Chief Content Officer at YPulse, discusses insights from their recent fashion preferences report based on a survey of 1,500 young North American consumers. She explores how the fear of seeming "cringe" leads many to avoid clothes that look "try-hard," and how comfort has become a defining aesthetic—with sweatpants now acceptable almost anywhere. The conversation also looks at how TikTok and Instagram often act less as discovery tools and more as validation loops

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26:53

UN 387 - IJRM. Luxury & Logo Complexity.

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2025/11/06

Logos do more than identify a brand—they shape how we experience it. In this episode, Qing Tang, Assistant Professor of Marketing at Hong Kong Baptist University, discusses research she and her colleagues published in the International Journal of Research in Marketing on logo design and perceptions of luxury. While many companies have shifted toward clean, minimalist logos, research findings reveal that more complex designs can actually heighten perceptions of exclusivity and craftsmanship. The

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29:23

UN 386 - Dan Levi. Out-of-Home's Surprising Strength.

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2025/10/30

Out-of-home advertising is delivering stronger results than many digital-first channels. Dan Levi, EVP & CMO of Clear Channel Outdoor, shares insights from a five-year study with Kantar that proves OOH drives awareness, intent, and brand favorability—and amplifies the impact of other media. Learn how marketers can measure performance, optimize creative, and integrate OOH into modern campaigns.

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29:32

UN 385 - Robin Bonn. Market of One.

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2025/10/23

Is the agency world oversupplied—or just under differentiated? In this episode, Gabriella Mirabelli speaks with Robin Bonn, CEO of Co:definery and author of Market of One, about why most agencies struggle to stand out—and how they can fix it. They discuss the myths of procurement power, why “our people” isn’t a strategy, and how smart specialization can transform your business. Whether you're leading an agency, consulting firm, or any service-based business, this conversation is packed with

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28:49

UN 384 - YPulse. Screens, Streams, & Trust.

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2025/10/16

YPulse Chief Content Officer MaryLeigh Bliss shares the latest insights into how Gen Z and Millennials are reshaping entertainment and news consumption. From YouTube’s dominance to TikTok’s growing role as a news source, Bliss reveals what young audiences are watching, how they engage with content, and who they trust. Discover what today’s viewing habits mean for brands and media alike.

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30:02

UN 382 - IJRM. The Effects of Churn on Subscription...

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2025/10/02

Subscription businesses live and die by churn—but its impact goes far beyond lost customers. In this episode, Professor Barak Libai discusses research he and his colleagues conducted that reveals how churn reshapes growth, revenue, and market potential -- and what that means for anyone building or investing in a subscription model.

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28:03

Un 381 - Zeno Project. Brand Love & Loyalty.

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2025/09/25

What makes consumers truly love a brand? In this episode, Allison McClamroch, Head of Brand US at Zeno Group, shares insights from Zeno's latest research on brand love and loyalty. Discover how generational values, social media influence, and cultural relevance shape brand relationships—and what brands must do to earn and keep loyalty in today’s competitive landscape. A must-listen for marketers, brand strategists, and communicators.

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27:30

UN 380 - YPulse. 10 Trends You Can’t Ignore.

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2025/09/18

Discover the 10 emerging trends shaping Gen Z and Millennial culture, from accessible adventures to TikTok mini-series. YPulse’s MaryLeigh Bliss unpacks what these shifts reveal about young consumers and why they matter for brands.

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27:35

UN 379 - Andre Banks. Cultural Intelligence.

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2025/09/11

Andre Banks, founder of NewWorld, unpacks how media, identity, and culture intersect—and what it means for modern marketing. Learn why cultural intelligence matters more than ever in building trust and relevance today.

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27:01

UN 378 - IJRM. Social Media Champions & Critics.

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2025/09/04

In this episode, Welf Weiger, Associate Professor of Digital Marketing and Chair of the Marketing Department at Alfaisal University, joins us to discuss research he and his colleagues conducted on social media marketing and customer engagement. Together, their work uncovers surprising findings about how brand advocacy and criticism influence not just public perception, but also the purchasing behavior of the advocate or critic themselves.

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27:51

UN 377 - Josh Dorfman. Evolving Your Personal Brand.

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2025/08/28

This episode explores the evolution of Josh Dorfman’s personal brand in sustainability, from The Lazy Environmentalist to climate-tech ventures like Plantd and Supercool. Josh shares how authentic storytelling, strategic pivots, and mission alignment shaped his journey — and how he's used his platform to engage new audiences with climate solutions.

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26:32

UN 376 - YPulse. Social Marketing Preferences.

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2025/08/21

Discover how Gen Z and Millennials really want to be marketed to. YPulse’s Tori D’Amico reveals fresh data on social media habits, influencer trust, and the platforms driving engagement and sales. Learn which content formats work best, what fuels social commerce, and how identity shapes brand interactions.

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