Fr 6/16 - Lather, Rinse, Repeat | Conservatives Boycott Tony The Tiger | Buyer Personas Are BS

In this captivating episode of Ad Nerds, Spanky whisks us on a fascinating journey across diverse marketing landscapes. From Tony the Tiger stirring controversy at the Tony Awards to the questionable effectiveness of buyer personas in advertising, the discussion takes unexpected turns. Spanky also delves into Timberland's iconic crossover into hip-hop culture and Roku's bold foray into new ad formats. He wraps up with an insightful analysis of McDonald's playful 2023 campaign by DDB Slovenia. This episode is a rollercoaster ride, full of nuggets of wisdom and intriguing perspectives on the evolving world of advertising.

Key Moments

• Spanky kicks off with the intriguing idea: "What's Old Is New Again." (0:02)
• The playful depiction of a cheeseburger in Vanished Detergents' campaign sparks a thought-provoking discussion. (1:28)
• Kellogg's controversy surrounding the 76th annual Tony Awards takes center stage. (2:56)
• Spanky debates the implications of recent boycotts initiated by conservatives. (5:26)
• The effectiveness of creating buyer personas in advertising comes under scrutiny. (6:51)
• Spanky sheds light on the four different buyer types advertisers need to target. (8:19)
• The episode dives into Timberland's successful crossover into hip-hop and its cultural significance. (9:22)
• Roku's ambitious roll-out of a new lineup of ad-free advertising units is discussed. (11:04)
• Spanky wraps up the episode by discussing the new ad formats introduced by Roku, including Marquee spots and interactive ads. (12:29)