14 Marketing Podcasts to Sharpen Your Mind and Energize Your Soul

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    Inspiration

  • Date:

    May 12, 2020

14 Marketing Podcasts to Sharpen Your Mind and Energize Your Soul



Inspiration

Chances are good that like all of us at Wray Ward, you’re adjusting to a new normal in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Like us, you may also crave an occasional break from the news of the day in favor of content that keeps you energized, inspires your creativity or helps you learn something valuable.

Whether you’re heading out for a social distancing walk around the block, tackling your regular commute or just need a quick break from the workday, pop in your earbuds and take a deep breath with some of our favorite creative and marketing podcasts.

1. The Business Video Production Podcast

Host Evan Staehle talks with a variety of experts from the videography field, walking listeners through business best practices and artistic processes to produce effective marketing videos. Whether you’re a seasoned vet or just delving into the medium, it’s a great place to get ideas for growing your business through video.

Listen here.

2. The Marketing Companion

The Marketing Companion delivers creative and funny commentary on the world of digital media. Hosts Mark Schaefer and Brooke Sellas draw on decades of experience. Plus, they know how to keep the conversation light but informative.

Listen here.

3. The Copywriter Club

Hosts Rob Marsh and Kira Hug dive into the nitty-gritty of copywriting, interview the industry’s most talented wordsmiths and share their advice on how to grow your business. The hosts’ dynamite personalities and raw talent? They’re even better than the solid tips you’ll get from this podcast.

Listen here.

4. Marketing Geeks

Do you geek out about everything marketing trends, from big ideas to the nooks and crannies? No matter what area of the industry most interests you, Marketing Geeks has you covered. Plus, the hosts throw some tech and pop culture news into the mix. They dive into the details in a way that’s easy to understand.

Listen here.

5. Marketing Over Coffee

Tune in to weekly discussions about marketing’s latest news. Not sure where to start? They’ve curated a list of their most popular episodes.

Find all episodes here.

6. Grammar Girl

Join Mignon Fogarty — a grammar whiz and Podcast Hall of Fame inductee — to score short and snappy tips for improving your writing and communication skills.

Listen here.

7. The Boagworld UX Show

Join British hosts Paul Boag and Marcus Lillington and a bevy of expert guests to discuss the latest in digital design. They have something for everyone, from designers and developers to website owners.

Listen here.

8. The Big Web Show

Web publishing and technology? Check. Content strategy? Check. Art direction and typography? Check.

Listen here.

9. B2B Growth

Want to promote and sustain business growth? This daily podcast features guests who can help you expand and optimize every aspect of your integrated marketing plans.

Listen here.

10. Ad Age Ad Block

Ad Age is a print and digital powerhouse, and its podcast is no different. Join thought leaders from around the industry to brush up on your knowledge or get ideas to inspire your work.

Listen here.

11. Behind the Numbers

How should digital strategy influence your overarching marketing plan? This daily podcast takes a close look.

Listen here.

12. Revisionist History

Join author, journalist and pop culture genius Malcolm Gladwell as he reinterprets historical moments in hopes of uncovering new meaning. What does this have to do with marketing? In the words of Wray Ward VP and Insights Strategist Charlie Elberson, “Great marketing is rooted in deep understanding.”

Listen here.

13. School of Motion

This in-depth podcast dives into the world of video production. Content features in-depth interviews with multitalented experts: Learn about design, animation, production and beyond — even the software and platforms that make great work.

Listen here.

14. The Behind Your Back Podcast

And, what’s a list of Wray Ward’s favorite marketing podcasts without a reference to marketing in the home and building category? Host Bradley Hartmann is no stranger — read our Q&A with him. Learn how the former builder pro uses his expertise to help industry professionals “work smarter and have more fun building America.”

Listen here.

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