The IAB UK Podcast
The IAB UK Podcast is the official podcast of IAB UK, the industry body for digital advertising. Hosted by Chief Strategy Officer James Chandler, it features weekly interviews with industry guests, explores the latest trends, and offers thought leadership on building a sustainable future for digital advertising. The podcast covers topics relevant to media owners, agencies, ad tech, and brands.
Episodes
Live from SXSW: a conversation with Sir Martin Sorrell
In this special episode of the IAB UK Podcast, recorded live from SXSW London, James Chandler is joined by Sir Martin Sorrell for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of advertising, media and technology.As one of the industry's most influential figures, Sir Martin shares his perspective on the trends reshaping the marketing landscape, from the rapid rise of AI and changing consumer behaviour
Beyond the Funnel: how Snapchat is evolving for brands and audiences
In this episode of the IAB UK Podcast, James Chandler is joined by Jake Thomas, UK General Manager at Snap Inc., to explore how Snapchat has evolved from its early beginnings into a platform that plays a growing role across the entire customer journey.They discuss the biggest misconceptions that still persist about Snapchat, the unique company culture that helps shape decision-making at Snap, and
Rebranding KISS: inside Bauer Media’s bold new vision for audio
In this episode of the IAB UK Podcast, James Chandler is joined by Anne-Marie Lavan, CMO at Bauer Media, to unpack the recent rebrand of one of the UK’s most recognisable audio brands: KISS.From refreshed visuals and unique identities across each KISS channel to the development of a new audio language and a high-profile launch event, the rebrand marks a major evolution for the brand.Anne-Marie sha
The Trust Factor: why quality media matters more than ever
Trust has become one of the advertising industry’s biggest talking points, but what does it actually mean in practice for brands, publishers and audiences?In this episode of the IAB UK Podcast, Alex Kozloff sits down with Imogen Fox from The Guardian and Theo Luke from The Trade Desk to unpack the relationship between media environments, trust and advertising effectiveness. Together, they explore
SXSW London: AI, creativity & the power of convergence
In this episode of The IAB UK Podcast, James is joined by Cecilia Morelli, Director of Marketing at SXSW London, to explore how one of the world’s most influential festivals is making the leap from Austin to Europe.From the challenges of launching in a new market to the core idea of 'convergence', where tech, music, film, business and innovation collide, the conversation unpacks what makes SXSW su
Open Web Surgery: Live from The Last Thursday Club
Recorded live at the IAB’s Last Thursday Club, this special episode of Open Web Surgery brings together leading voices from across the industry to explore the evolving role of the open web.Hosted by IAB’s Pat Hann, the discussion features Joel Livesey (The Trade Desk), Samara Hocihara (The Telegraph) and Max Gold (the7stars), offering a mix of brand, publisher and platform perspectives. Together,
The Rise of Retail Media: what comes next?
In this episode of the IAB UK Podcast, we explore the rapid rise of retail media, and why it’s become one of the most important areas of innovation in digital advertising.What began as sponsored product listings and shopper marketing has quickly evolved into something much broader: an ecosystem built on first-party data, customer trust and closer proximity to purchase, with the ability to demonstr
The New Wave of Cruise: from perception to performance
Host James Chandler is joined by Andy Harmer OBE, Managing Director of the Cruise Lines International Association, and Robertina Tompa, Head of Cruise at Mail Metro Media, to unpack what’s driving this shift and why cruise is becoming an increasingly important growth area for publishers.The conversation looks at how storytelling is helping to reposition the category, with a focus on Mail Metro Med
The Sound-On Era: how audio is winning attention
In this episode of the IAB UK Podcast, we explore Spotify’s latest research, The Sound On Era, and what it reveals about how people are engaging with audio today.Host James Chandler is joined by Jenny Haggard to unpack the key findings, from the role of trust and personalisation to how “taste” shapes the way ads are delivered and received. Together, they discuss why advertisers may need to rethink
Earning Trust in a Sceptical Age: Trusted Advertising
In this episode of the IAB UK Podcast, we’re joined by Matt Bourn from the Advertising Association to explore the themes behind his new book, Trusted Advertising: How to Harness the Value of Trust in Your Brand.As trust becomes an increasingly important, and complex, part of the advertising landscape, we unpack how it has evolved over time, what’s shaping consumer attitudes today, and why context,
Outcomes Measurement: Live from The Last Thursday Club
Recorded live at IAB UK’s Last Thursday Club, this episode of the IAB UK Podcast dives into one of the industry’s biggest topics: measurement.Bringing together expert voices from across the industry, the conversation explores how measurement is evolving, the challenges advertisers are facing today, and what better, more meaningful measurement looks like in practice.Tune in for a candid, in-the-roo
How can we get better at measuring outcomes for audio?
In the third and final episode of this IAB UK Podcast mini-series, produced in partnership with Global, we turn to one of the biggest questions facing the industry: how should we measure the impact of audio?As outcome measurement becomes standard across digital advertising, audio is often assessed using frameworks not built for the medium. This raises important questions about how audio is valued,
Audio Meets Video: introducing Global Studios
In the second episode of this special IAB UK Podcast mini-series, produced in partnership with Global, we continue our exploration of the forces shaping the future of advertising and media in the UK.This episode focuses on Global’s move into integrated video and content experiences, following the launch of Global Studios and its investment in The Overlap Network. We unpack what these developments
How to tap into the unique power of communities
In this first episode of a special mini-series from the IAB UK Podcast, produced in partnership with Global, we explore the work shaping the future of advertising and media in the UK.This episode focuses on the power of communities, and what it really means to connect with audiences in a more human way. Drawing on insights from Global and MG OMD’s Belonging in Britain research, we unpack how peopl
Live from Leadership Summit 2026: Part 2
The IAB UK Leadership Summit is where some of the industry’s most senior leaders come together to step away from the day-to-day and tackle the big questions shaping the future of digital advertising. From AI and innovation to trust, leadership and the changing media landscape, it’s two days of honest conversation, bold thinking and fresh perspective.In this special episode of The IAB UK Podcast, w
Live from Leadership Summit 2026: Part 1
The IAB UK Leadership Summit is where some of the industry’s most senior leaders come together to step away from the day-to-day and tackle the big questions shaping the future of digital advertising. From AI and innovation to trust, leadership and the changing media landscape, it’s two days of honest conversation, bold thinking and fresh perspective.In this special episode of The IAB UK Podcast, w
Inside Reddit: a conversation with Jen Wong
In this special episode, we sit down with Jen Wong, Global COO (Reddit), to explore the remarkable transformation of one of the internet’s most influential platforms.Over the past eight years, Jen has played a pivotal role in shaping Reddit’s evolution, from a community-led forum network into a scaled global platform with a rapidly growing advertising business and a renewed focus on brand safety,
Adspend Report 2025: UK’s digital ad market reaches £40.5bn
In this episode of the IAB UK podcast James is joined by Elizabeth Lane (IAB UK) and Jeff Youssef (Oliver Wyman), to unpack the latest findings from the AdSpend report - the official measure of the UK digital advertising market.Produced by the IAB UK Insights team and in partnership with Oliver Wyman, AdSpend provides the industry’s definitive view of where digital ad investment is flowing. This y
Live from unBoxed London 2026: Innovative new AI agents and how to utilise Amazon Ads DSP
This special episode is recorded live from unBoxed London 2026, James Chandler (IAB UK) is joined by Jenny Liu (Amazon Ads) to unpack the latest innovation from Amazon Ads, the Creative Agent.Asad Khan (VodafoneThree) also joins James, to talk about how Amazon Ads DSP has evolved into a powerful programmatic solution. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Audience Modelling: rethinking audiences in the age of AI
Audience modelling is evolving fast as AI, contextual intelligence and real-time signals reshape how advertisers understand and reach people. Hosted by IAB UK's Patrick Hann, this episode features Seedtag's Phil McMullan and Quantcast's Peyman Fakharian exploring the shift away from demographic targeting towards more dynamic, semantic and predictive approaches. They unpack how AI interprets contex
Connecting Commerce in a Fragmented Media World
Retail and commerce media are growing fast, from retailer networks to shoppable formats across social, video and TV, but with that growth comes new complexity for marketers.In this episode, we're joined by Tom Richards, SVP of Global Product at MiQ, to explore how audiences now move seamlessly between watching, browsing and buying, often all at once, and why this shift is making the traditional fu
Lessons from Programmatic: Live from Last Thursday Club
Programmatic has never been more powerful, or more complex.Recorded live at Last Thursday Club, this episode brings together Ollie Chadwick (AdsWizz), Layla Soufi (Vistar Media) and Ben O’Mahoney (Ocado Ads) to explore where programmatic really stands today, and what needs to change for it to work better for marketers.The conversation looks at how programmatic has expanded far beyond display into
What's the future for Agentic AI? IAB Tech Lab's Agentic Roadmap Revealed
In this episode of the IAB UK podcast, we’re joined by Tony and Jill from IAB Tech Lab, recorded during their visit to the UK for Techtonic, IAB UK’s flagship ad-tech event.Coming shortly after the launch of the Tech Lab’s Agentic AI Roadmap at CES, the conversation explores what agentic AI means in practical terms and what it signals about how advertising is evolving. Tony shares the thinking beh
Get Ahead of 2026: Agency trends LIVE from The Last Thursday Club
Get a head start on 2026 with this special episode of The IAB UK Podcast, recorded live at November's Last Thursday Club. James Chandler is joined by an agency all star line up: Richard Kirk, Chief Strategy Officer at EssenceMediacom UK; Lucy Smith, Head of Search and Ecommerce at JAA Media; and Rosalie Shakir, Strategy Director at the7stars, to explore what will really matter for marketers in the
Are you still watching...? What Netflix’s new streaming report means for advertisers
Netflix has released its latest Still Watching 2025 research, exploring how audiences stream, discover new content and build their fandoms. In this episode, James speaks to Brogane Colclough, Netflix’s Head of Measurement in the UK, to unpack the findings. They discuss why attention on streaming platforms is so strong, how mood shapes viewing choices, what fans want from brands, and how advertiser
What really makes Gen Z tick? LADbible Group Youth Codebook reveals all
What really makes Gen Z tick? In this episode, IAB UK’s Tom Stevens digs into LADbible Group’s new Youth Codebook - the biggest-ever study of Gen Z in the UK - with LADbible Group's Director of Marketing Mike Walsh and Research & Insights Manager Lili Donald.From identity and wellness to finance and AI, this generation is curious, confident and far more grounded than stereotypes suggest. Tom,
Curate to Elevate: LIVE from The Last Thursday Club
As signal loss scrambles the digital ecosystem, data curation is stepping in to restore clarity and control. Recorded live at IAB UK’s October Last Thursday Club, this episode explores how smart curation can help advertisers navigate a post-cookie world - unlocking access, improving transparency and driving stronger results.Hosted by the IAB’s Head of Ad Tech, Chloe Nicholls, this episode features
Unified CTV: Is media fragmentation a thing of the past?
In Episode 2 of our special miniseries with YouTube, we turn our focus to the biggest screen in the home - the TV.Host James Chandler is joined by Dyana Najdi, Managing Director at Google Advertising, and Alex Glover, Managing Director of Programmatic at Brainlabs and co-author of new Unified CTV Whitepaper, 'Unified CTV: The Power of Broadcaster Content'.Together, they explore how Connected TV ha
Creator Insights: YouTube at the Epicentre of Culture
This week on The IAB UK Podcast, James kicks off a special two-part miniseries in partnership with YouTube. In Episode 1, he’s joined by Roya Zeitoune, YouTube’s Head of Culture & Trends for EMEA, to explore how YouTube went from a simple clip of “Me at the zoo” to becoming a global cultural phenomenon.They unpack how creators have reshaped entertainment, music and sport; discuss what brands c
Entertainment, Innovation & Retail Media: Inside Amazon Ads' Upfront
Recorded just hours before Amazon Ads’ Upfront at The Outernet, this episode takes you behind the scenes of the event to hear about some of the highlights from those most closely involved. First up, James chats to David Amodio, Head of Video Sales Specialists for Northern Europe at Amazon Ads, about how their Upfronts have evolved, what brands can expect from this year’s show, and how Amazon is bl
Media Upfronts Special: Retail Media 3.0, with Nectar360
We wrap up our week of Superfront specials with Nectar360. James Chandler is joined by Tom Priestman, Director of Client Services, to talk about the rapid rise of retail media and how Nectar360 is putting customers at the heart of their approach. From leveraging Sainsbury’s and Argos data to unlocking shopper insights, Tom explains how Nectar360 helps brands connect with audiences in smarter and m
Media Upfronts Special: Waking up the Nation, with Bauer Media
On day four of our special Superfront series, James Chandler is joined by Bauer Media's George Butler. With household names spanning radio, publishing and digital, Bauer Media is home to some of the UK’s most influential media brands. In this episode, George gives us a taste of what Bauer will showcase at their Upfront – from the power of audio to the importance of trusted environments and engagin
Media Upfronts Special: Tripadvisor presents... Common Ground
Halfway through our Superfront partner series, James Chandler sits down with Lena Arbery, Director of Destinations, Travel and Growth, EMEA at Tripadvisor – the world’s most trusted travel guidance platform. They discuss how Tripadvisor helps millions of people plan, book and dream about their next adventure, and what that means for advertisers looking to connect with audiences at key decision-mak
Media Upfronts Special: From Fandoms to Effectiveness, with Spotify
In episode two of our Media Upfronts Superfront spotlight series, James Chandler is joined by Josh Partridge, VP & Managing Director, EMEA Sales at Spotify. Together, they dive into how Spotify continues to connect brands with audiences through the power of audio and culture. From innovative formats to data-driven storytelling, Josh explains what makes Spotify unique in helping advertisers tun
Media Upfronts Special: Audio Captivates, Data Elevates, with Global
Ahead of Media Upfronts, taking place 14-15 October at Protein Studios, we’re kicking off a special week of podcasts with our five Superfronts podcasts, starting today with Global. James Chandler is joined by Tom Streetley, Director of DAX Audio, to explore how audio continues to evolve as a powerful medium for advertisers. From brand-new research on the role of mood and mindset, to the launch of
Retail and Entertainment: The Next Era of Retail Media
In this special live episode of the IAB UK Podcast, we bring you into the room at The Last Thursday Club, our monthly networking event, where the focus was Retail and Entertainment: The Next Era of Retail Media.Live from IAB HQ in Covent Garden, our Retail Media Lead, Liv McCullagh, was joined by Paul Hackwell (Amazon Ads UK), Farah Souhail (TikTok) and Ash White (dentsu) for a lively panel discus
Insights, Forecasts & Trends from Digital Adspend H1 2025
Season 18 of The IAB UK Podcast kicks off with the latest Digital Adspend results. Host James Chandler is joined by Elizabeth Lane, IAB UK’s Head of Insight, and Jeff Youssef, Partner at Oliver Wyman, to unpack the findings from the first half of 2025. With Oliver Wyman newly on board as Adspend partner, this edition brings fresh depth to the UK’s most authoritative digital advertising study – inc
Futurescape: 2030 & beyond: AI & wearables revolutionise discovery
In the fifth and final episode of ‘Futurescape: 2030 & beyond’, we look at how AI and wearable tech are reshaping everything from brand discovery to the way people experience the world around them. By 2030, AI will be embedded in search, shopping and recommendations, while wearables – from smart glasses to biometric clothing – will make interactions frictionless, intuitive and deeply personal.
Futurescape: 2030 & beyond: Retail media redefines the funnel
In the fourth episode of ‘Futurescape: 2030 & beyond’, we tackle retail media – the fastest-growing area of digital advertising – and explore why the traditional marketing funnel could be obsolete by 2030. As platforms, publishers and broadcasters evolve into full-service commerce ecosystems, retail media is becoming a “spider diagram” at the centre of planning, blurring the lines between bran
Futurescape: 2030 & beyond: Ageing redefined & the rise of responsibility
In the third episode of ‘Futurescape: 2030 & beyond’, we explore how stereotypes about age are breaking down – and what that means for advertisers by 2030. From festival-loving 40-somethings to Gen Z living at home but splurging on designer handbags, people’s behaviours and priorities are no longer predictable by life stage. And with older audiences redefining ageing, holding more spending pow
Futurescape: 2030 & beyond: The power of communities
In the second episode of our podcast mini-series ’Futurescape: 2030 & beyond’, we turn our attention to how tapping into communities - large and small - provides advertisers with a powerful way to authentically speak to consumers. It’s already happening, and by 2030, our Futurescape study shows that resonating with micro-communities will sit at the centre of smart planning as Gen Z’s values-le
Futurescape: 2030 & beyond: Content reigns, all hail content
In the first episode of our new podcast miniseries ‘Futurescape: 2030 & beyond’, we’re tackling a big topic – how content is coming to the fore like never before as the lines between media channels crumble. From TV to news brands, the trend is the same: media owners are diversifying to engage audiences in new ways and planners need to discard channel-led thinking in favour of a content-centric
A policy special with Lucy Powell MP & Sarah Lester
Last month, IAB UK’s Policy Team hosted an event at Reach’s printworks in Manchester focused on how digital advertising can further support SMEs and regional journalism around the UK. The occasion brought together MPs, small business owners, local press and IAB members and marked the culmination of a nationwide roadshow of roundtables where we have heard from local leaders about how the digital ec
How can publishers thrive in the AI ecosystem?
Recorded live at IAB UK’s Last Thursday Club, this episode explores how publishers are navigating the new AI-powered media landscape – and where the human touch still matters most. With insights from Cath Waller (Immediate Media) and George McMahon (UM Worldwide), hosted by IAB UK’s Director of Transformation, Sophia Haynes, the discussion covers everything from AI-assisted editorial tools to why
Is in-store media the real deal?
Is in-store retail media just DOOH in a new outfit - or is it a distinct space in its own right? In this week's episode, James Chandler is joined by Layla Soufi (Vistar Media), Simon Lonsdale (Tesco Media) and Roy Shepherd (Goodstuff) to unpack the creative, technical and commercial dynamics behind retail media’s latest frontier: the store itself.From programmatic pipes to power at-shelf personali
LIVE from Engage 2025: The Times, TikTok, Spotify, Time Out & more
For the first time ever, we recorded a podcast live from Engage – IAB UK’s flagship event. Stationed in the bar area at Soho Place, the IAB’s Charlotte Robinson caught up with speakers fresh off stage and chatted to delegates about their standout moments.With this year’s theme centred on how content connects, you’ll hear from a brilliant mix of voices, including The Times and Sunday Times' Manveen
Innovating beyond cookies, LIVE from The Last Thursday Club
Welcome back to The IAB UK Podcast, recorded live from our May Last Thursday Club. This month’s event unpacked Google’s recent decision to keep third-party cookies on Chrome and what privacy-first advertising looks like today without a universal identifier. Chaired by IAB UK’s Ad Tech Manager, Pat Hann, the session explored how advertisers, publishers and tech providers can continue innovating in
The latest on the LHF ad rules
For this emergency podcast, James Chandler is joined by the IAB's Head of Policy & Public Affairs, Sinead Coogan Jobes, to break down the Government’s latest announcement on the upcoming less healthy food and drink (LHF) advertising restrictions.With brand advertising now formally exempt from the restrictions, and the implementation date pushed back to January 2025, this conversation provides
How to think (and create) like a TikToker
What’s broken in creator marketing – and how do we fix it?In this episode, James is joined by Tim Mitchell, founder and CEO of DRPCRD, to talk about how its platform, CreatorOS, is taking the faff out of creator campaigns. From finding and briefing talent to automating contracts and collecting live performance data, Tim explains how DRPCRD is helping brands and creators work smarter – and faster.T
All In: Building a more inclusive industry
The All In Census is the UK advertising industry’s largest inclusion survey, designed to build a more supportive workplace for everyone. In this episode, IAB UK’s Director of Transformation Sophia Haynes sits down with Dan Wilks, Director of Credos, to unpack the data behind the initiative.They explore how the census began, the insights it's uncovered over time and how companies can use the All In
Leading with hearing loss
This week, the IAB's Charlotte Robinson sits down with Sandra Arnold, the Regional Head of Learning at GroupM UK & EMEA, to discuss the importance of accessibility in leadership and the workplace and why it isn't just a moral imperative - it’s a powerful driver of productivity.Sandra reflects on her own experiences with hearing loss and delves into the economic potential of accessibility, the
Unpacking Digital Adspend 2024
In this episode, our Chief Strategy Officer, James Chandler, is joined by Tom Stevens, IAB UK’s Director of Marketing & Insight, to unpack the key findings from IAB Digital Adspend 2024 — the definitive view of where digital advertising pounds are being spent in the UK.Together, James and Tom delve into what’s behind the market’s 13% growth, the continued dominance of mobile, video and social
Leading with dyslexia
In this episode, our Chief Strategy Officer James Chandler is joined by Paul Wright, Head of International at Uber Advertising, for a personal conversation about dyslexia, creativity and leadership. Paul opens up about growing up with undiagnosed dyslexia and how it shaped both the challenges he faced and the strengths he’s come to embrace. From storytelling to big-picture thinking, Paul shares ho
Why audio deserves your full attention
This week, our Chief Strategy Officer, James Chandler, sits down to chat with Global's Group Strategy Director, Ailsa Mackenzie, about the fascinating differences between audio and visual attention, how advertisers can tap into the full spectrum of listening behaviours and why the lines between radio, podcasts and streaming are blurrier than ever.Download Global's 'The power of not paying attentio
Leading with menopause
* Trigger warning: suicide is covered in this conversation.*Following on from her fantastic session at Leadership Summit 2025, Blis' VP of Governance, Ethics, and Data Protection Officer Kelly Jacobson Collins joins the IAB's Charlotte Robinson for a conversation about the often-overlooked topic of menopause in the workplace.Kelly shares her personal journey with menopause, including the impact it
Supporting early talent in a hybrid world
Reverse mentorship, leveraging team strengths and empowering early talent with the space to ask questions - this episode is packed with valuable takeaways for anyone managing or developing young professionals in today’s hybrid working world.At March’s edition of The Last Thursday Club, we brought together a fantastic panel of experts to explore how managers can help young professionals thrive in b
The omnichannel advantage
In this episode of The IAB UK Podcast, we’re diving deep into the world of omnichannel marketing – a strategy that’s becoming essential for brands aiming to connect with consumers across multiple platforms. James Chandler, Chief Strategy Officer at IAB UK, is joined by Sara Picazo, EMEA Research & Insights Director at The Trade Desk, to explore the key insights from The Trade Desk’s latest res
Live from Leadership Summit 2025
IAB UK’s annual Leadership Summit returned to Sopwell House in St Albans last week, bringing together senior decision-makers and giving them a crucial opportunity to discuss shared challenges, debate the big issues and shape the industry’s future.Today's episode sees the IAB's Charlotte Robinson buzzing around the summit speaking to as many delegates and speakers as possible for The IAB
An interview with The Rt Hon Baroness Nicky Morgan
Recorded live at Sopwell House in St Albans, The Rt Hon Baroness Nicky Morgan joins the IAB's Charlotte Robinson for a sit-down chat following her speech at Leadership Summit 2025.Nicky, who is now Chair of the ASA, discusses her career from corporate law to becoming an MP, how she navigated switching briefs during her time in the Cabinet, her life post-politics and The Thick of It... more on
Accelerating action: International Women's Day 2025
In this special International Women's Day episode, the IAB’s Director of Transformation, Sophia Haynes, is joined by Nikki Sehgal, General Manager of Media for All (MEFA), to explore the critical issues surrounding gender equity in the media and advertising industries. Recorded just before International Women's Day last Saturday, they discuss the initiatives making a real difference and the vital
How to win your week back with AI
This week on The IAB UK Podcast, we’re bringing you a live recording from February’s Last Thursday Club, where we explored how AI can help you work smarter, not harder, and win back your time. Hosted by our Chief Strategy Officer, James Chandler, this insightful discussion delves into the power of AI to streamline workflows, automate tasks and supercharge productivity.Joining James are Natalie Mon
Futurescape: preparing for 2030 & beyond
In this episode, James Chandler, IAB UK's Chief Strategy Officer, is joined by Kristie Naha-Biswas, Head of Insight at IAB UK, for an exclusive deep dive into Futurescape - a major new project from the IAB that explores the attitudes, innovations and media shifts that will shape the ad industry in the lead up to 2030 and beyond.After a year of extensive research and collaboration wi
Looking back at Leadership Summit 2024
Leadership Summit - our exclusive annual gathering of leaders from across the industry - is fast approaching so we’re digging into the podcast archives to serve up something to get you in the mood for March. Last year, we were treated to incredible sessions from leaders like Kelly Beaver from Ipsos, Josh Krichefski from GroupM and England Rugby World Cup winner Maggie Alphonsi, who shar
Keyword blocking: Brand safety or overreach?
In this episode of the IAB UK Podcast, IAB UK's CMO, James Chandler, delves into a pressing issue impacting advertisers, publishers and tech experts alike: the unintended consequences of keyword blocking in news environments.Recent research from Mantis reveals that terms like "victims" and "incident" are still blocking ads on content like Super Bowl-related coverage, affecting both publisher reven
Thriving not just surviving - how to support your team, with NABS’s Sue Todd & GroupM’s Josh Krichefski
In this episode, James sits down with Sue Todd, CEO of NABS's, and Josh Krichefski, CEO of GroupM EMEA & President of IPA, to explore the pressing issue of workplace wellbeing in the advertising and media industries.With a recent study from Marketing Week revealing that over half of marketers are on the edge of burnout, they get into the importance of creating a people-first environment at wor
Retailers as media giants, LIVE from The Last Thursday Club
This week on The IAB UK Podcast, we’re bringing you a live recording from January’s Last Thursday Club, where we focused on the rising influence of retailers as media giants. Hosted by our CMO, James Chandler, this insightful discussion delves into how retail platforms are evolving into major media players and what this means for brands, retailers and the broader advertising landscape.Joining Jame
Tomorrow’s tech, today’s strategy with OMG UK’s Phil Rowley
In this episode, James sits down with Phil Rowley, Head of Futures at OMG UK, to dive into the big trends set to reshape consumer behaviour and technology over the next decade.Fresh off OMG UK’s 'Closer to the Edge 2.0' report, James and Phil unpack the key insights on what businesses need to know in order to stay ahead. From blockchain innovations in fashion and vertical farming to the rising inf
The great WFH debate
In this episode, IAB UK's CMO James Chandler is joined by Christine Armstrong and Bruce Daisley - both authors and productivity experts - for an insightful discussion on the changing world of work.As the debate around hybrid work and return-to-office mandates continues, James, Christine and Bruce get into how productivity is measured, the role of physical workspace in creativity and the cultural s
The latest on the ‘less healthy food & drink’ ad ban
In this episode, James sits down with Beth Rogers, Public Policy Manager at IAB UK, for a timely discussion on the upcoming 'less healthy food & drink' online ad ban, set to take effect on 1 October 2025.Fresh off an IAB-hosted member briefing, where questions were flying thick and fast, James and Beth dive into what the ban really means for digital advertising. From clarifying which ads are i
A festive message from Joy
A festive message from Joy, our Chief Digital Cheerleader! The IAB UK Podcast will be back in 2025 with more great conversations, insights and digital cheer. Until then, enjoy a well-deserved festive break, indulge in all the mince pies you can handle and we'll see you in the New Year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
IAB UK: 2024 in Review
As the credits begin to roll on 2024, we’re unpacking the key moments, trends and challenges that shaped the digital advertising landscape this year on the podcast. From the UK’s retail media market being on track to break the £1bn mark in 2025 to what shifting to a low-cookie future has meant in practice, our CMO James Chandler gets into it all with a
Getting to Net Zero, LIVE from The Last Thursday Club
This week on The IAB UK Podcast, we’re bringing you a live recording from our Last Thursday Club where sustainability took centre stage. Hosted by Sophia Haynes, the IAB’s Director of Transformation, this panel discussion dives deep into advertising’s role in addressing the climate crisis.Joining Sophia are Sue Phillips from Ipsos, Tim Pritchard from MG OMD and Bernie Sham from Impact Plus to expl
Inside Auto Trader & Quantcast’s data-driven partnership
In this episode of The IAB UK Podcast, we dive into the digital strategies driving success for some of the UK’s top brands. Recorded live at the Ham Yard Hotel after IAB Debrief 2024, IAB UK's Director of Marketing, Tom Stevens, sits down with Grace Bailey, Senior Marketing Manager at Auto Trader, and Ellie Lane, Head of Client Strategy at Quantcast. Grace and Ellie reveal the inner workings of Au
The IAB UK Podcast: Policy and Brand Safety, in partnership with TikTok
Welcome back to the third and final episode of a three-part podcast miniseries in partnership with TikTok. Over the course of three episodes, IAB UK’s CMO James Chandler is joined by guests from TikTok to explore three of its big priorities: measurement, creative performance and policy & brand safety. We’ve already covered measurement and creative performance, which means today’s episode
The IAB UK Podcast: Creative Performance, in partnership with TikTok
Welcome back to this special three-part podcast miniseries in collaboration with TikTok. Over the course of three episodes, IAB UK’s CMO James Chandler is joined by guests from TikTok to explore three of its big priorities: measurement, creative performance and policy & brand safety. First up was measurement, but in today’s episode of the podcast, James chats creative performance with Tik
The IAB UK Podcast: Measurement, in partnership with TikTok
Welcome to the first episode of a special three-part podcast miniseries in collaboration with TikTok. Over the next three episodes, IAB UK’s CMO James Chandler will be joined by guests from TikTok to explore three of its big priorities: measurement, creative performance and policy & brand safety. First up is measurement, and James gets into changes around approaches in recent years, the c
Shaping the future of CTV
Following our CTV roundtable last week - all about collaboration, standardisation and ‘dropping the C’ - we’re continuing the conversation with some of the industry’s leading voices. Joining our CMO James Chandler for this episode of the podcast is MiQ’s Mike Lampard, PubMatic’s Tim Wilcox and Vevo’s Sarah Gul to discuss key issues facing CTV, including brand safety, overcoming fragmentation and d
Getting ahead for 2025, LIVE from The Last Thursday Club
With the year almost coming to a close, agencies are beginning to share their predictions for the ad industry and beyond in 2025, and we're here to give you the exclusive inside scoop. In this special live episode recorded at October's Last Thursday Club, IAB UK's Chief Marketing Officer James Chandler welcomed around the table AKA UK’s Emily Hart, Spark Foundry’s Will McMahon and Mindshare U
Why We Watch, in partnership with Google
Welcome to YouTube Festival Spotlight, a three-part podcast series created in partnership with Google, offering an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the festival while highlighting top brands on YouTube.In this third and final episode, IAB UK's CMO James Chandler is joined by Raffaella Stratta, EMEA Senior Marketing Research & Insights Manager at Google and Morgan Burgess, Associate director
Delivering More with Data, in partnership with Google
Welcome to YouTube Festival Spotlight, a three-part podcast series created in partnership with Google, offering an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the festival while highlighting top brands on YouTube.In the second episode of the miniseries, IAB UK's CMO James Chandler meets with Domino’s CMO, Sarah Barron and Google's Senior Industry Manager, Duncan Watts, to discuss the fascinating actionabl
