Welcome back to The Girls in Marketing Podcast for one last time 🥹
In this final episode, we’re reflecting on the incredible journey this podcast has taken us on. We’re talking about where it all started, how the podcast has evolved with our community, the highs and lows along the way, and some of our favourite episodes and guests that made a lasting impact.
Plus, we’re opening up about the decision to bring the podcast to a close, why now felt like the right time and what’s next for Girls in Marketing.
Thank you for every listen, message, review and moment over the years. Whether you’ve been here since day one or just discovered us, we’re endlessly grateful for your support.
This might be the end of the podcast, but it’s nowhere near the end of the journey 💖
With love always,
The Girls in Marketing Team x
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Final Episode Announcement
01:17 Reflecting on the Journey
02:07 Origins of the Girls Marketing Podcast
03:31 Evolution and Growth
05:17 Challenges and Changes
09:49 Favorite Episodes and Guests
21:50 The Decision to End the Podcast
25:05 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
Welcome back to The Girls in Marketing Podcast!
In this episode, we’re diving into the latest AI updates and platform features shaking up the marketing world. From Google’s new AI Marketing Advisor to Instagram’s fresh DM tools, we’re breaking down what these innovations mean for marketers and creators alike.
Plus, we’re talking about the power of nostalgic marketing, the evolving role of social media for small businesses, and what it really takes to build confidence in your career. We also answer your audience questions with Sophie Lee and share the behind-the-scenes of launching our Freelancing for Marketers course.
Whether you’re riding the AI wave or reflecting on the campaigns that shaped you, this episode is packed with practical insights, honest reflections, and community-driven chat.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Weekly Highlights
00:48 Google's AI Marketing Advisor
05:25 Instagram's New DM Features
14:54 Google's AI Shopping Experience
19:32 Small Businesses and Social Media Marketing
23:55 Audience Questions with Sophie Lee
25:40 Embracing Fear and Building Confidence
28:17 Launching the Freelancing for Marketers Course
32:32 Nostalgic Marketing Campaigns
40:17 Podcast Recommendations and Insights
44:44 Creative Marketing Campaigns
48:31 Conclusion and Community Engagement
Welcome back to The Girls in Marketing Podcast!
In this episode, we’re diving into the latest platform updates and Gen Z insights you need to know about. From Spotify’s new podcast features to TikTok’s career advice initiative, we’re breaking down what these shifts mean for marketers.
Plus, we’re unpacking Gen Z’s impulse buying habits, how they use shopping as stress relief, and what brands can do to truly connect with them. We also answer your questions on how to add personality to a “boring” brand and explore a standout campaign from Sweaty Betty.
Whether you’re building a brand or just trying to keep up, this episode is packed with practical advice, trend talk, and a few laughs along the way.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Weekly Highlights
00:40 Recap of Kérastase Pop-Up Event
02:25 Fun at Candid Studios
05:43 Spotify's New Podcast Features
10:00 TikTok's Career Advice Initiative
14:06 Google's New Discussions Feature
16:54 Gen Z Trends and Insights
21:56 Gen Z's Impulse Buying and Stress Relief
23:50 Authenticity in Brand Communication
24:36 Your Questions Answered: Adding Personality to Boring Brands
30:00 Personal Anecdotes and Practical Advice
34:30 Trendy Marketing Campaigns: Voiceover Trend and Sweaty Betty
40:19 Conclusion and Wrap-Up
Welcome back to The Girls in Marketing Podcast!
In this episode, we’re diving into the latest marketing news that’s got everyone talking - from the rise of AI dolls on LinkedIn (yep, that’s a thing) to the newest updates from Canva’s Create event. We’re also breaking down the Gen Z trends that brands really need to pay attention to including ethical branding, social media habits and travel inspiration.
Along the way, we unpack Meta’s legal drama with the FTC, Instagram’s lockable posts experiment, Ben & Jerry’s unapologetic activism, Pepsi’s ongoing identity crisis, and why everyday marketers deserve more credit. It’s a packed episode full of branding insights, big ethical questions and a reminder that marketing is constantly evolving and Gen Z is leading the charge.
Let’s get into it.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Major Marketing News
01:02 Canva Create Event Highlights
05:23 Meta's FTC Challenge and Its Implications
06:57 Instagram's Lockable Posts Experiment
10:06 Gen Z Travel Trends and Social Media Influence
16:06 Guess the Brand by Their Mission Statement
23:03 Personal Touch in Jewelry Branding
23:52 Ben & Jerry's Social Mission
24:38 Pepsi's Challenging Brand Identity
29:18 AI Doll Trend: Fun or Ethical Dilemma?
36:59 L'Oreal's 'Never Your Fault' Campaign
40:40 Celebrating Everyday Marketers
43:55 Podcast Wrap-Up
Welcome back to The Girls in Marketing Podcast!
This episode is a packed one -from our biggest takeaways at Advertising Week Europe to the rising trend of employee-generated content, we’re diving into what’s hot in the marketing world right now.
We unpack Meta’s controversial ad-free subscription model, Instagram’s latest social updates, and what consumers really want based on fresh research. Plus, we share our take on some iconic April Fool’s Day campaigns 👀
And we’re not stopping there. We answer your questions on career progression, including the balance between earning vs. learning, how to take the leap in your career, and why fast response time might just be your superpower.
If you’ve been feeling stuck or just want the inside scoop on what’s shaping the industry right now, this one’s for you.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:47 Advertising Week Europe Highlights
10:00 Meta's Ad-Free Subscription Model
16:59 Instagram and Social Media Updates
19:56 Consumer Research Insights
23:02 The Blue Drink Debate
23:18 AI and Customer Engagement
23:53 The Importance of Response Time
24:50 Your Questions Answered: Career Progression
25:55 Earning vs. Learning in Your Career
27:13 Taking the Leap: Career Advice for Women
31:58 April Fool's Day Campaigns
37:45 The Impact of Employee Generated Content
41:58 Conclusion and Wrap-Up
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Welcome back to The Girls in Marketing Podcast!
In this episode, we’re breaking down Instagram’s controversial AI-generated comments and exploring Google’s latest privacy move with shielded emails. We also dive into TikTok’s push for longer videos, the growing debate around AI and copyright, and the mental health challenges facing marketers today.
Plus, we’ve got actionable tips for boosting your corporate LinkedIn page, a deep dive into Jaguar Land Rover’s bold rebrand, and insights into why brands might be strategically killing their own products. Tune in for inspiration from standout campaigns, including Flo Health’s impactful taboo-breaking initiative, and find out how creativity can flourish even on a tight budget.
It’s a packed episode, filled with insights and campaigns!
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:15 Instagram's AI Generated Comments
06:35 AI and Copyright Protection
10:31 Longer Videos on TikTok
14:21 Google's Shielded Email Update
17:06 Workplace Stress and Mental Health
23:55 Community Q&A
24:27 Top Tips for Growing a Corporate LinkedIn Page
26:28 The Importance of Organic Content on LinkedIn
29:10 Staff Picks: Noteworthy Campaigns
29:27 Jaguar Land Rover Rebrand: A Case Study
33:40 Advertising Week Europe Event
34:25 Brands Killing Their Products: A Trend?
40:28 Flo Health Campaign: Breaking Taboos
44:31 Creative Marketing on a Budget
46:38 Final Thoughts
Welcome back to The Girls in Marketing Podcast.
In this episode, we’re spotlighting powerful International Women’s Day campaigns, including Tony’s Chocolonely, “See What She Sees,” and Refuge’s “Red Flag” initiative. We’re also unpacking major updates, including Instagram’s standalone Reels app, Google’s AI-powered shopping, LinkedIn’s new connections-only feed, and Meta’s Community Notes.
Plus, we’re diving into YouTube’s rising marketing influence, conversational ads, measuring campaign impact, PrettyLittleThing’s bold rebrand, and National Trust’s TikTok success.
Chapters:
Introduction 00:31
International Women's Day Campaigns: 01:16
Tony's Chocolonely Campaign: 04:00
See What She Sees Campaign: 10:04
Refuge Red Flag Campaign: 13:05
Latest Marketing News: 13:13
Instagram's Separate Reels App: 15:54
Google's AI Shopping Expansion: 21:21
LinkedIn's Connections Only Feed: 25:49
Meta's Community Notes: 29:18
Industry Research: Thrive in 2025: 30:37
The Importance of Multi-Channel Strategies: 31:37
YouTube's Growing Influence in Marketing: 34:40
Conversational Ads and DM Campaigns: 39:27
Measuring Campaign Impact: 44:16
PLT Rebrand: A Controversial Move: 49:59
National Trust's TikTok Strategy: 53:13
Welcome back to The Girls in Marketing Podcast!In this episode, we’re exploring the latest updates in social media and tech, from YouTube’s plans for the future to TikTok’s growing influence on the music industry. We’re also breaking down Instagram’s new dislike button and Google’s AI-powered career tool, Career Dreamer.What do these changes mean for marketers and content creators? And how can professionals stay ahead in an industry that’s constantly evolving?Social media and technology move fast, but we’re here to help you make sense of it all and stay ahead of the curve.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:48 BuzzFeed's Positive Social Media Platform
06:55 Instagram's New Dislike Button for Comments
12:14 YouTube's Evolution and Future Plans
17:01 Google's AI Career Tool: Career Dreamer
20:21 TikTok's Impact on Music Discovery
26:57 The Impact of TikTok on Music Discovery
27:51 Insights from Marketing Experts
28:34 Understanding the Customer Journey
30:58 Optimising Customer Communications
39:53 Exploring New Brand Collaborations
43:44 Mr. Beast on Diary of a CEO
46:57 Burberry's Nostalgic Campaign
49:42 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up
Welcome back to The Girls in Marketing Podcast!
In this episode, we’re diving into the latest things shaking up the marketing world, from the battle between X and Threads to the growing burnout crisis in the industry. What do these changes mean for marketers navigating marketing and job market uncertainty? And how can professionals stand out in a competitive landscape while protecting their well-being?
Marketing is overwhelming, but we're here to break it down, help you stay ahead, and remind you that you’re not alone in this industry.
Chapters:00:00 Introduction04:25 The Turmoil of X and the Rise of Threads09:08 Apple's iOS Email Update and AI Summaries15:17 AI Usage in Marketing Roles20:25 Emotional Exhaustion in Marketing23:18 Understanding Company Culture and Support23:43 Self-Reflection and Managing Expectations24:17 Addressing Imposter Syndrome25:45 Navigating Internships and Job Applications27:29 Building a Standout CV and Interview Skills30:14 Effective Networking Strategies36:00 Charity Campaigns and Marketing43:43 Creative Marketing Campaigns46:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Welcome to Season 6 of The Girls in Marketing Podcast 🎉
We’re kicking things off with a deep dive into the latest social media shake-ups, from the potential TikTok ban to Instagram’s ongoing identity crisis. What do these changes mean for marketers, brands, and creators? And how can businesses build long-term brand loyalty in a world where platforms are constantly evolving?
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome to Season Six!
00:19 Social Media Chaos: TikTok and X Updates
02:30 Diversifying Platforms: Lessons from TikTok Ban
06:03 Instagram's Identity Crisis
12:07 The Rise of Video Content Across Platforms
14:27 Industry Research Insights
17:23 TikTok as a Search Engine
23:52 Building Trust with Brands through Social Media
25:14 The Role of Social Media in Customer Journeys
26:26 Retaining Customers through Social Media
28:27 The Importance of Brand Transparency
31:55 Effective Email Marketing Strategies
35:16 Introducing a New Segment: Your Questions Answered
36:09 Insights from Jo Bird on Creative Marketing
38:17 The Value of Individuality in Marketing
43:27 Community Building and Customer Loyalty
47:37 Emotional Marketing Campaigns
50:51 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts
After a little break, we’re back with a brand-new season of The Girls in Marketing Podcast!
In this episode, we’re catching you up on everything we’ve been up to: where we’ve been, the exciting projects we’ve worked on, and our reflections on some of 2024’s most interesting marketing campaigns, trends, and news.
Plus, we’re spilling all the tea about our fresh new format and new set for the season ahead! You can expect bi-weekly episodes packed with industry insights, the latest trends, marketing news, and in-depth discussions about the ever-changing world of marketing, with the occasional special guest.
If you’re a marketer ready to dive into marketing stories, actionable insights, and the latest happenings in our industry, you won’t want to miss this one. Tune in and let’s kick off this new chapter together!
We’re not crying, you are…
Welcome to the final episode of The Girls in Marketing Podcast Season 5! Today, Olivia sits down to revisit your favourite podcast episodes from this season.
It’s no secret that Season 5 has officially been the biggest season of The Girls in Marketing Podcast so far, hitting 150,000 listens!
It’s been an amazing season filled with marketing advice from the best minds in marketing and we have loved every single episode we have recorded.
In today’s episode, we are going to be diving back into your favourite moments from this Season. From creative discussions with Jo Bird to SEO strategies with Areej AbuAli, we really did cover a lot this season.
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As always, we are SO grateful for all your support on this season of the podcast. We know how much the podcast means to you all and we never take your support for granted.
Although the podcast is over, it doesn’t mean your learning and development with Girls in Marketing has to be too! You can check out the links below to see how you can get involved with us.
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Welcome back to The Girls in Marketing Podcast! In this episode, we discuss the critical yet often overlooked aspect of a successful marketing career - your mental health.
Learning to prioritise and invest in your personal wellbeing as a marketer is tough, especially in a world where it is so difficult to switch off.
This episode delves into the team’s personal stories prioritising wellbeing alongside how to manage burnout and stress.
At Girls in Marketing, we think it is essential to have more difficult conversations like this one.
If you are currently struggling with your mental health, please seek support with the resources below:
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We’ll see you next week for the final episode of this season of The Girls in Marketing Podcast!
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Welcome to another episode of The Girls in Marketing Podcast.
Today, we are joined by our final guest of Season 5 and it’s a special one.
Joining us today is Sophie Lee, the incredible founder of Electric Peach, a decentralised brand and marketing agency working with some of the top talent in the industry.
Sophie has had an amazing journey in the marketing world so far, and we’re sure you’ll learn lots from this episode. We’ll dive into:
-How Sophie got started in marketing
-Her role at Disney in Shanghai
-Her opinion on manipulation in marketing
-How to measure impact beyond just ROI.
This episode is a great episode to mark the final guest The Girls in Marketing Podcast Season 5!
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Welcome back to another episode of The Girls in Marketing Podcast!
In today’s team episode, we dive deep into the world of networking. We’ll be discussing the essential skills you need to build and maintain a thriving professional network including what you should do and what you shouldn’t do at networking events as a marketer.
We discuss:
-Our opinions on networking
-How to network with intention
-What good networking etiquette looks like
-What to NOT do at networking events
If you’ve been wanting to level up your networking game, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you navigate the world of networking with intention.
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Welcome to another episode of The Girls in Marketing Podcast!
Today, we're diving deep into the world of branding with a special guest who has played a pivotal role in transforming a popular UK reality show, Love Island, into a brand recognised across the globe.
Lauren Watson has worked on the branding for your favourite shows, such as Love Island and Queer Eye. As the Brand Lead at ITV, she has created some of the most innovative and successful branding campaigns on television.
Her expertise in crafting brand stories and her passion for connecting with audiences have set her apart as a true leader in the field. In this episode, you'll discover: - The innovative strategies and marketing techniques that propelled Love Island to a global brand - Behind-the-scenes insights into the creation and execution of the show's branding and promotional campaigns. - Working at ITV and Universal Music Group, including a marketing campaign with Katy Perry - The common mistakes of bad branding - Tips and lessons from one of the industry's top marketing experts on driving brand loyalty Whether you're a Love Island superfan, a marketing enthusiast, or someone curious about marketing and branding, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. Tune in to hear the stories, strategies, and secrets that turned Love Island into a worldwide brand! If you enjoyed this episode, please like and follow our show. We’ll see you next week for another episode of The Girls in Marketing Podcast.
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Are you considering a career change into marketing but don't know where to start? Join us in this insightful episode all about career-changing into marketing, where we unpack everything you need to know about making a successful transition. From identifying transferable skills to gaining relevant experience, the Girls in Marketing Team shares their personal journeys and practical advice for career changers.
We discuss: -How you can career change into marketing -Identifying and using your transferable skills
-Our personal journey’s into marketing
-Why marketing could be a good career for you
No matter what background you’re transferring into marketing from, this episode will equip you with the tools and confidence for your new marketing career path.
If you find this episode useful, please leave us a review and rating as it helps us continue making the podcast!
See you next week for another episode, The Girls in Marketing Team x
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How can you make yourself more employable in the marketing world?
In today’s job market, it’s never been more important to stand out but how can you do that in a market so saturated? In this episode of The Girls in Marketing Podcast, we show you how.
From creating your own career experience to identifying new opportunities, we discuss our own journeys into marketing and what we did to boost our career development on the way. This is a great listen to anyone wanting to broaden their marketing careers, make sure you listen until the end!
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Welcome back to another episode of the Girls in Marketing Podcast! Today, we have a special episode with the founder of one of the most powerful marketing communities around, Areej AbuAli.
Areej initially made a name for herself in the SEO world working with huge household names such as Zoopla and Papier. Areej is also the brilliant mind behind Women in Tech SEO, a global community that supports and empowers women in the technical SEO field.
In this episode, we dive into the world of technical SEO, exploring its complexities and the role it plays in your broader marketing landscape. Areej shares her journey, the challenges she faced, and how she built a thriving community that has become a vital resource for women in the industry.
This episode covers a range of marketing topics, including:
💻 What Technical SEO is and how it relates to your wider marketing strategy
🔍 Strategies you can implement to boost your SEO efforts
🤩 Taking the plunge of working for yourself
📲 Building a community of thousands online
If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure to leave a rating and review as it helps The Girls in Marketing Podcast become even better.
We’ll see you next week for another great episode.
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