The Big Impression

The Current
The Big Impression returns for another season of insights and inspiration from leaders at the world’s most influential brands. Editors and co-hosts Damian Fowler and Ilyse Liffreing will look to uncover candid stories on game-changing campaigns from some of the world's biggest brands — including wins, losses, and lessons. New episodes are released every Wednesday.

All Episodes

Walmart Connect’s Jon Gibs discusses how retail data and closed-loop measurement help marketers optimize campaigns, reach new audiences, and drive incremental sales. Dive into more insights and inspiration from leaders in ad tech: https://www.thecurrent.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 26

22 min

J&J Snack Foods CMO Lynwood Mallard talks nostalgia, National ICEE Day, and why authenticity--and not AI--is the future of marketing legacy brands like ICEE. Dive into more insights and inspiration from leaders in ad tech: https://www.thecurrent.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 23

29 min

Factiva GM Emma O'Brian joins The Big Impression to discuss how Dow Jones is licensing journalism for the AI era, why attribution and trust matter more than ever, and how publishers can turn AI disruption into a new revenue stream. Dive into more insights and inspiration from leaders in ad tech: https://www.thecurrent.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 17

24 min

Levi’s and TBWA leaders reveal how the brand tapped Beyoncé, reimagined its iconic advertising through a female lens and turned big cultural moments into lasting momentum. Dive into more insights and inspiration from leaders in ad tech: https://www.thecurrent.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 14

20 min

Brinker International CMO George Felix on the consumer insight behind Chili’s’ “Better Than Fast Food” strategy, creating culture-driving moments and building a brand that stays relevant. Dive into more insights and inspiration from leaders in ad tech: https://www.thecurrent.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 9

26 min

BBDO’s Daale Carter reveals how consumer listening, challenger thinking and a willingness to take risks are helping both iconic and upstart brands stay relevant. Dive into more insights and inspiration from leaders in ad tech: https://www.thecurrent.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 2

26 min

Asana CMO Prachi Gore explains why AI’s biggest marketing opportunity lies beyond content creation, as agents reshape workflows, B2B buying and growth. Dive into more insights and inspiration from leaders in ad tech: https://www.thecurrent.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 26

26 min

Tripadvisor and PMG leaders share how breaking down barriers between brands, agencies and platforms can drive stronger performance, smarter collaboration and better marketing. Dive into more insights and inspiration from leaders in ad tech: https://www.thecurrent.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 24

13 min

Warner Bros. Discovery’s Marisa Crocker breaks down why sports are becoming more valuable in a fragmented media landscape, how programmatic is changing the way advertisers buy live events and why brands should be betting on women’s sports now. Dive into more insights and inspiration from leaders in ad tech: https://www.thecurrent.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 19

22 min

As Formula E takes on the giants of global motorsport, Ellie Norman explains how the electric racing series is using creators, technology and a challenger mindset to build the next generation of sports fans. Dive into more insights and inspiration from leaders in ad tech: https://www.thecurrent.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 12

27 min

Inspired by the teas of Himalayan Sherpas, founder and CEO Huib van Bockel set out to prove energy drinks could be healthier, more sustainable and every bit as effective. Dive into more insights and inspiration from leaders in ad tech: https://www.thecurrent.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 5

23 min

BBDO’s Nancy Reyes and Chris Beresford-Hill discuss why creativity still matters in the AI era, the value of long-term client relationships and the balance between award-winning work and measurable results. Dive into more insights and inspiration from leaders in ad tech: https://www.thecurrent.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 3

19 min

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