How the Kansas City Chiefs Market a Modern Sports Dynasty (with Lara Krug)
Adtech Unfiltered
In this episode, Lara Krug, CMO of the Kansas City Chiefs, joins Adtech Unfiltered to break down how one of the NFL’s most iconic franchises approaches marketing in a time of rapid innovation. From Taylor Swift headlines to immersive fan experiences, Lara huddles up with host Noor Naseer to share how the Chiefs turn big moments into long-term brand equity. Tune in for insights on balancing tradition with innovation, why storytelling drives strategy, and how the team stays culturally relevant while honoring their legacy.
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Fixing Measurement (with Tameka Kee)
Adtech Unfiltered
In this episode, Tameka Kee, SVP of Programming & Operations at the Coalition for Innovative Media Measurement (CIMM), joins Adtech Unfiltered to unpack the state of media measurement. From CTV to attention metrics and synthetic data to privacy compliance, Tameka explains how CIMM brings together platforms, publishers, agencies, and more to tackle the industry's most pressing challenges. Listen in for expert insights around why last-touch attribution is outdated, how value exchange must drive data usage, and why nerds run the show when it comes to measurement.
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AdTech's Hidden Bottleneck (with Matt Barash)
Adtech Unfiltered
In this episode, Nova Chief Commercial Officer Matt Barash joins host Noor Naseer to challenge how the advertising industry works on a fundamental level. As agencies undergo seismic shifts and battle inefficiency, Matt argues that workflow is more than an operational layer: it’s a business system of record. He explores the disconnect between creative, media, and tech teams, the hidden costs of outdated tools, and why most adtech platforms undervalue the infrastructure agencies rely on. From the rise of AI copilots to the future of real-time creative optimization, this episode...
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Making Ads Less Hateable (with Terry Taouss)
Adtech Unfiltered
What makes an ad "acceptable"? And who gets to decide? In this episode, Terry Taouss, President of the Acceptable Ads Committee (AAC), joins host Noor Naseer to explore why user experience is at the heart of ad standardization. Terry discusses the AAC's research-driven approach to setting ad standards, how the committee balances industry needs with user rights, and common misconceptions about ad blocking. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating the future of sustainable, user-first advertising.
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Smarter Screens, Smarter Ads: Inside the Future of TV (with Tony Marlow)
Adtech Unfiltered
From the rise of ad-supported streaming and direct-to-glass strategies to shifting consumer behavior driving FAST adoption, the world of TV advertising is evolving, well...fast. In this episode, Tony Marlow, CMO of LG Ad Solutions, joins host Noor Naseer to unpack the TV trends marketers can't ignore in the CTV-first era. Listen in to gain insights around shoppable ads, measurement, AI-fueled creative and segmentation, and how marketers can better plan and optimize campaigns in an increasingly fragmented TV landscape.
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The Future of MMM (with Greg Dolan)
Adtech Unfiltered
Fragmentation in the marketing industry isn’t new—but the pressure to make faster, smarter decisions in today's increasingly complex landscape is. In this episode, Greg Dolan, CEO and co-founder of Keen Decision Systems, joins host Noor Naseer to discuss how marketing mix modeling (MMM) is evolving to meet these challenges. Dolan outlines how breaking down marketing silos with a top-down and bottom-up approach can drive better decisions, collaboration, and results across teams and organizations. He and Noor also explore why real-time insights and holistic measurement are critical...
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Bringing Strategy Back to Adtech (with Tash Walker)
Adtech Unfiltered
Is too much tech undermining your marketing strategy? In an era where there seems to be a tech point solution for everything, hear why it’s critical to build a strong strategic foundation first before layering on technology and automation. Tash Walker, founder of global research agency The Mix, joins host Noor Naseer to explore how marketers are mistaking data for insight, and why chasing short-term media metrics can derail long-term brand growth. Together, they break down what it takes to craft strong, human-centered strategies in a fragmented media...
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Rethinking Work in Adtech (with Rishad Tobaccowala)
Adtech Unfiltered
Host Noor Naseer sits down with author, podcaster, and ad industry visionary Rishad Tobaccowala to discuss how leaders should be rethinking work in today’s adtech landscape. Rishad explores how work has fundamentally changed, details the evolving priorities of the modern workforce, and shares why the adtech industry must broaden its perspective to stay relevant. Listen in for candid conversation and actionable advice on navigating the future of work in advertising and adtech.
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Understand Adtech Like a Pro (with Shiv Gupta)
Adtech Unfiltered
In the fast-evolving world of programmatic media and adtech, staying informed is key to advertising success. In this episode, Founder Shiv Gupta joins host Noor Naseer to discuss how advertisers need sources of credible information to build sound adtech perspective. Gupta explores how education can help advertisers adapt to rapid industry evolutions, from AI-driven programmatic advertising to evolving privacy regulations. This episode equips advertisers with the mindset shift needed to stay competitive as changes like these redefine the advertising ecosystem.
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Uncovering Human Insight for Programmatic Success (with Albert Thompson)
Adtech Unfiltered
In a time of obsession over AI and automation, are too many media buyers choosing to set it and forget it? Albert Thompson, Managing Director of Digital Innovation at Walton Issacson, thinks so. In this episode, Thompson shares how bringing more human insight to programmatic campaigns is vital for optimal media performance. Together with host Noor Naseer, he explores how buyers can blend automation with human expertise to drive more successful campaigns.
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