Podcasts by Witcha Black Ads
A podcast examining the state of marketing and advertising through a very Black lens. Hosts Braunsy & Janelle, discuss boss moves in pop culture, brands that just can't seem to get it right, and those rare occasions when miraculously they do! Hear interviews with Black ads folks putting in the necessary work and up your knowledge with the backstories "they" don't want you to know. All here on #WitchaBlackAds
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36."Give Us Our Things" from 2022-01-19T12:00
A new year means new episodes of #WitchaBlackAds. Finally, right?!
On Episode 36, we get into the February cover of British...
35. In the Case of Lil Nas X from 2021-11-17T18:00
I think we can all agree that SOMEONE on Lil Nas X’s team is a “marketing genius.” His next stunt? A real episode of Maury because why the hell not?
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34. Okay?! from 2021-11-03T14:00
This time around we’re talking about the final season of Insecure, Hottie Sauce, Facebook’s METAmorphosis, and more! Plus, Braunsy FINALLY gets on the board in Guess that Spokesperson! ?
33. Merchtainment from 2021-10-20T09:00
This go-round we talk about the mayhem caused the day Facebook, IG, and WhatsApp went down, TelfarTV and the “Merchtainment” phenomenon as dubbed by Highsnobiety, the major moment the WNBA is/ha...
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32. Black Ads History from 2021-10-06T09:00
We’re back and better than ever!
We introduce a new segment called Black Ads History diving deeper into important stories and conversations happening in the industry. We kick off the f...
31. Cannabis&Culture from 2021-06-26T13:00
For the final episode of this season, we sit down with @bigkika and @keekalator o...
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30. Existential Questions from 2021-06-05T13:00
What's going on with some of these "disrupter" brands? Do artist have actual album rollouts anymore? Will the French Open ever get their act together? We shake things up a bit pos...
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29. Aesthetic&Vibes from 2021-05-28T14:00
This week we discussed Naomi Osaka's off court wins, Kanye vs. Walmart beef, Travis Scott's views on marketing and branding, and much more! Listen
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<h5 class="card-title"><a href="/podcast/witcha-black-ads/28-the-audacity/">28. The Audacity</a><small> from 2021-04-28T10:00</small></h5>
<p class="card-text"><p>On this episode we discuss Serena’s newly announced Amazon deal, Telfar being un-phased by the shenanigans, the difference in P&G’s and Cadillac’s new initiatives, and much more. <a href=){kind=link}
27. Funny Money from 2021-03-31T19:00
This week we ask a few pressing questions:
Are we loving Chloe x Halle serving face for Neutrogena? (Duh!)
Will the Grammys ever give Beyonce ALL of her things?!
Are the TV girl...
26. WTF is an NFT? from 2021-03-31T19:00
This week on episode 26 we get into Jay-Z’s major moves with Tidal and Ace of Spades, Hot Girl Meg for Calvin Klein, the return of Ebony Magazine, and all the buzz around NFTs. @CRWNMAG , @joshuarenfroe_ about his BLACK BOY FLY project and Joshua’s journey from Tuskegee, Alabama to NYC ...
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<h5 class="card-title"><a href="/podcast/witcha-black-ads/25-black-people-inc/">25. Black People Inc.</a><small> from 2021-03-05T19:00</small></h5>
<p class="card-text"><p>After a much-needed break, and with a few days of Black History Month to spare, we are back for episode 25, marking the first anniversary of Witcha Black Ads. Catch our takes on the Icy Park dro...</p>
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<h5 class="card-title"><a href="/podcast/witcha-black-ads/countdown/">Countdown</a><small> from 2020-12-31T16:00</small></h5>
<p class="card-text"><p>In this special edition episode we are discussing some of our favorite campaigns and marketing placements of the year! This is our top, and none are number 5. We also got a chance to speak with ...</p>
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<h5 class="card-title"><a href="/podcast/witcha-black-ads/24-all-the-juice-all-the-sauce-ft-nkrumah-farrar-of-crwnmag/">24. All the Juice&All the Sauce ft. Nkrumah Farrar of CRWNMAG</a><small> from 2020-12-30T20:00</small></h5>
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<h5 class="card-title"><a href="/podcast/witcha-black-ads/23-black-boy-fly-ft-joshua-renfroe/">23. Black Boy Fly ft. Joshua Renfroe</a><small> from 2020-12-12T17:00</small></h5>
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22. Don't Touch Blue's Hair from 2020-12-05T18:00
We’re back with episode 22 of @WitchaBlackAds. This week we discuss the marketability of Kamala Harris, holiday ads giving us the warm and...
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20. A Seat in the Bathtub from 2020-12-05T18:00
On this week’s episode of @WitchaBlackAds, we discuss Solange’s Harper’s Bazaar cover, Megan speaking up for Black women, streaming movies...
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21. You Can't Moderate Shade from 2020-12-05T18:00
We’re back with another episode. This week we discuss the new app Clubhouse, Beyoncé’s literal beehives, whatever The Shade Room calls themselves doing, and much more! Listen
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<p class="card-text"><p>This week we discuss Telfar's collaboration with UGG, David Zwirner's new all-Black art gallery, strippers working the day shift to get folks registered to vote, and more! <a href=){kind=link}
18. It's Not Lazy, Just Ugly from 2020-09-19T08:00
We're back with Episode 18 talking the Auntie edition of Verzuz, Travis Scott's collab with Micky D's, Virgils Scio... I mean G-Wagon and a whole lot more! Listen
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<h5 class="card-title"><a href="/podcast/witcha-black-ads/17-the-september-issue/">17. The September Issue</a><small> from 2020-09-19T07:00</small></h5>
<p class="card-text"><p>We are back from a little break talking protest in the sports world, Brandy verzuz Goonica, Black September issue cover, and more. <a href=){kind=link}
16. Hold Your Think Pieces from 2020-09-19T06:00
This week we discussed Beyonce's Black is King, the restart of the NBA, Copping Telfar and Virgil fatigue. #WitchaBlackAds Listen
15. Find Me On Black Planet from 2020-07-24T15:00
Back at it talking Rihanna's boss moves, BlackPlanet's comeback and more. #WitchaBlackAds
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14. When Meta Goes Wrong from 2020-07-24T14:00
In this episode Janelle and Braunsy discuss performative activism by brands, arts and crafts with Virgil, the BET Awards and whatever the hell Terry Crews was talmbout.
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13. Smile to Break the Chains from 2020-07-24T14:00
Of course we'd love for you to check out the latest episode of Witcha Black Ads, but more importantly, demand justice for Breonna Taylor and Elijah McClain, wear your mask and support Black...
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12. All Skinfolk Ain't Kinfolk from 2020-06-12T11:00
Witcha Black Ads has a VODCAST - hear the audio as Braunsy and Janelle discuss how every brand just realized Black Lives Matter and introducing a new segment for those who tap dance among...
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11. Serena the Queen from 2020-06-12T11:00
Witcha Black Ads has a VODCAST - hear the audio as Braunsy and Janelle continue the conversation around brand messaging, acquisitions and partnerships.
- Facebooks acquisition o... Listen
10. King of Quarantine from 2020-06-11T20:00
Witcha Black Ads x Team Epiphany's IG Live Series - hear the audio as Braunsy and Janelle continue the conversation of this new normal.
- Brands providing virtual graduatio... Listen
9. Saving Ourselves from 2020-06-11T20:00
Witcha Black Ads x Team Epiphany's IG Live Series - hear the audio as Braunsy and Janelle continue the conversation of this new normal.
- Netflix Strong Black Lead
8. On"Brand"for America from 2020-05-01T14:00
Witcha Black Ads x Team Epiphany's IG Live Series - hear the audio as Braunsy and Janelle continue the conversation of this new normal.
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6."Corona Virus Sh*t Is Gettin'Real" from 2020-04-29T11:00
Witcha Black Ads x Team Epiphany's IG Live series - hear the audio as Braunsy and Janelle discuss what's happening in the social climate due to COVID-19.
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7. New"Normal" from 2020-04-29T11:00
Witcha Black Ads x Team Epiphany's IG Live Series - hear the audio as Braunsy and Janelle continue the conversation of this new normal.
- Chicago's Mayor Lightfoot lea... Listen
5. I Like My Tampons Black from 2020-03-06T12:00
Black owed business 'Honey Pot' featured target ad inundated racist reviews. The black dollar spoke! Spike Lee wants employee privileges at Madison Square Garden. Megan Thee Stallion h...
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4. Tubman Takes Wakanda from 2020-02-27T23:00
They plastered Harriett Tubman on a Visa card with the "Wakanda Forever" symbol!
Let's get into some things this week! Janelle is exhausted this BHM. Braunsy can't ...
3. Til'Victory is Won from 2020-02-21T15:00
Continuing to march on cuz 'we' ain't won yet!
NBA all star weekend - NBA collaborations.
NBA x AMEX - NBA x Hennessy?
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2. Badu's Box from 2020-02-14T12:00
Disrespect Packaged as Praise -
1. This weeks "That Ain't It" award goes to Barnes & Noble.
2. Why are we back at #OscarsSOwhite?
3. Erykah is selling what!?
Witcha Black Ads Teaser from 2020-01-06T17:00
Host, Braunsy and Janelle tease what's to come in this brand new podcast 'Witcha Black Ads' where they explore all things black in the advertising and marketing space. Listen as t...
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Witcha Black Ads Teaser from 2020-01-06T17:00
Host, Braunsy and Janelle tease what's to come in this brand new podcast 'Witcha Black Ads' where they explore all things black in the advertising and marketing space. Listen as t...
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Witcha Black Ads Teaser from 2020-01-06T17:00
Host, Braunsy and Janelle tease what's to come in this brand new podcast 'Witcha Black Ads' where they explore all things black in the advertising and marketing space. Listen as t...
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