Sophisticated Marketers Podcast

LinkedIn’s own in house content, Claire Austin, expert joins the podcast to discuss the biggest challenges and opportunities on for brands both big and small on the platform.

Award winning teacher, (former) broadcaster, an education consultant, teacher trainer, public speaker, author and musician Phil Beadle joins the podcast in one of the most remarkable conversations around what it means to be a maverick and the lessons for marketers.

Rock god and alleged hand model Jason Bieler (Saigon Kick, Owl Stretching) talks storytelling and social media’s changing rules of engagement.

Bestselling author and internationally acclaimed keynote speaker Andrew Davis joins the podcast to discuss the surprising origins of the marketing funnel, creating remarkable video that connects, and swearing on stage. All along the way Drew shares many fun anecdotes from his remarkable career. Don’t miss this one folks!

She’s one of the most exciting singer-songwriters on the scene – and a superb live performer – Anna Pancaldi shares songs, stories and insights on creativity and entrepreneurship kicking off the seventh season of The Sophisticated Marketer’s Podcast

My favorite keynote speaker of all time, Scott Stratten, joins the podcast to discuss heavy metal camaraderie, why automated social sucks, the importance of building brand loyalty, and the best branding stories of all time. Listen in and get inspired by one of the best marketers on the planet. 

VP of International Sales at Bing Axel Steinman joins the podcast live from Advertising Week Europe 2018 to discuss the future of search and the rise of Artificial Intelligence and what it means for marketers. 

Ball Street Co-Founder and LinkedIn Daily video creator joins the podcast to discuss how to build a successful video strategy, effectively engage an audience, and create remarkable long form content that drives results. Don't miss this conversation which is taking part LIVE in the heart of Advertising Week Europe. 

MediaCom's Chief Transformation Officer and author of The Glass Wall joins the podcast to discuss success strategies for women, the state of diversity and inclusion and the business case for leveling playing field for gender equality once and for all. 

Digital Prophet David Shing (Shingy) joins the podcast LIVE from Advertising Week Europe to discuss the diversity in marketing, how to stand out with video marketing,  and what the future of branding looks like in an incredibly crowded space.

Best-selling author, celebrated keynote speaker, and one of my favorite writers on the planet Mark Schaeffer joins the podcast to discuss hard truths for digital marketers, why authenticity is the most over used and abused word on the social web, the importance of personal branding and the current state of content shock and what marketers can do to beat it moving forward.

Creative Agency CEO Jack Kosakowski joins the podcast to discuss the biggest opportunities for marketing and sales to partner in 2018. Jack also dives into how to the importance of personal branding to grow your career, social selling, and why marketers should do a job swap with their sales counterparts. This is probably the most important conversation you can have as a marketer right now, so tune in and listen to the brilliant advice from Jack.

Listen in as Bryan discusses the core principles around what makes Amazon so successful and the lessons that you can put into play with your own business or marketing strategy for taking a page out of their incredibly innovative playbook.

Maria hired me at Marketo back in 2011 and taught me everything I know about inbound marketing and marketing automation. Listen in as Maria and I chat about the golden days of marketing automation before she lays down the law with a refreshing look at account based marketing strategy,  sales and Marketing alignment, and what it takes to be a leader.  

There’s never been more potential for leveraging video as a content marketing asset –and there’s nobody who knows more about using video to build a following than Jared Polin.

Author, keynote speaker, and filmmaker extraordinaire Minter Dial joins the podcast to discuss storytelling across different mediums, how to future proof your business, what marketers need to know about Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain, and how to ultimately find your purpose.

Is great marketing Art? Keynote speaker, author, and comedian Ron Tite joins the podcast to build the case for marketers to both think and work like an artist with specific, prescriptive advice to make an impact right away. Listen in as Ron delivers stellar advice for marketers in his unique way and shares the secrets of using comedy as a competitive advantage. Along the way Ron shares a story or two that is sure to have you laughing so hard that you'd be embarrassed to be sitting next to yourself if you had to.

Brad Gillis is the iconic guitarist of Night Ranger and someone whose riffs everyone has hummed to themselves at one point or another. He’s also a living lesson in believing in yourself, and communicating your passion on LinkedIn. Tune in as Brad shares his secrets for connecting not only with his devoted fans on the professional network, but also to how he drives business opportunities. Along the way Brad shares a legendary rock n roll tale or two regarding your favorite classic songs.

LinkedIn’s CMO Shannon Brayton joins the podcast to discuss the evolving role of the CMO. Listen in for insights on the convergence of marketing and PR, the importance of leveraging social media for the C-Suites, and what the future of marketing looks like and how marketers can prepare. Plus, Shannon plays a spirited round of "Marketer vs. Rockstar."