Rock n' Roll Research Podcast
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162 episodes
Episode #162: Leigh Caldwell - Behavioral Economist at Irrational Agency, BBC Quiz Show Winner
A behavioral economist, a BBC quiz show winner and a 14-yr old college student walk into a bar . . . and they realize they are all Leigh Caldwell, founder of Irrational Agency.Leigh traces his intellectual, social and career path includ...
Episode #161: Brian Peterson - Marketing Director at EMI, Intellicast Podcast Host, Canuck
Brian Peterson is currently Digital Marketing Director at the top tier sample company, EMI Research Solutions, where he has been for the past 9 years. He’s also the long-time host of the Intellicast podcast.We talk synthetic data, digita...
Episode #160: Alisa Hamilton - Founder at Harvest Insights, Gardener, Leader in AI Transparency
Alisa Hamilton is the founder of Harvest Insights in Atlanta. She made waves recently by announcing that every proposal she delivers will now come with two prices: with and without AI. That’s the kind of transparency that is sorely lacking at t...
Episode #159: Andrew Embry - Sr Director Insights Innovation Capabilities at Eli Lilly, Slam Poet
“It’s my job to figure out what does the future of research look like and how do I help us get there as Eli Lilly.”How does one get a really cool role like that? Andrew Embry shares his unique journey at Eli Lilly and his tho...
Episode #158: Arry Tanusondjaja - Sr Mktg Scientist at Ehrenberg-Bass, Passionate Baker
Arry Tanusondjaja is currently Sr. Marketing Scientist at the Ehrenberg-Bass Institute where he’s been for the past 16 years.As accomplished as he is in the field of marketing science, it is neither his first career nor the sole area of ...
Episode #157: April Bell - Founder of Made with Empathy, Author, West Texas Farm Kid
From growing up on a West Texas farm to starting her career in the energy sector, April Bell has had a fascinating path to and through the world of insights.With her company, Made with Empathy, April has helped spur innovation for a who’...
Episode #156: Chad Nicholson - EVP at BarkleyOKRP, Fmr Budweiser Brand Manager, D1 College Athlete
Chad Nicholson is the EVP of Strategic Intelligence at the independent advertising powerhouse, BarkleyOKRP. You’re familiar with their iconic work like the Burger King “You Rule” campaign. They also work with other great brands llke AMC Theatre...
Episode #155: Bernice Klaassen - Director @ RSB Insights, Musician, Sustainability Expert
From his home on the Spanish coast, Bernice Klaassen has been a leading thinker and contributor to the global dialogue on the future of insights and analytics. Once you know his journey, it is easy to understand why.Bernice’s professiona...
Episode #154: Gabe McElwaine - Director at i-Genie, Fmr underground NY DJ, Indie Record Company Exec
Gabe McElwaine is currently a Sales Director at the super innovative insights firm, i-Genie, who is meeting the moment and addressing timeless business and marketing questions for brands in new and clever ways.Gabe’s journey is a really ...
Episode #153: Tim Spenny - Conveo, Former Ipsos/GfK, One-Time Band Frontman around Chicago
After a long run as a consulting and client leader at Ipsos by way of GfK, Tim Spenny is now at Conveo helping to chart the future of qualitative research at scale.But once upon a time, Tim was fronting original and cover bands all aroun...
Episode #152: Robert Pierson - SVP at Rigour Research, Polo Player, Former Techno Promoter
Robert Pierson is currently the SVP North America at the UK-based insight firm, Rigour Research, and a member of the board of British American Business Council, Chicago. Robert has had a fascinating journey from organizing techno ra...
Episode #151: Angelique Taylor - Founder of AddMaple, Accomplished Singer/Songwriter
Fresh from winning the Expert Choice and Audience Favorite Awards at the 2026 Greenbook IIEX Insights Innovation Competition, I sit down with Angelique Taylor, founder of AddMaple, to discuss her fascinating back story.Ange founded AddM...
Episode #150: Katrina Noelle - Insights Founder and Advocate, Theater Kid
Celebrating episode #150 of the RRR Podcast with a guest who needs no introduction.Katrina Noelle has long been a force in the insights industry. As the founder of KNow Research and co-founder of Scoot Insights, she has recently teamed u...
Episode #149: Bill Salokar - Gazelle Global, Lottery Expert, Multi-Instrumentalist
Bill Salokar is a long-time fixture in the insights community. After starting his career as a state lottery expert, Bill found his way to the agency side where he spent most of his career. He has just recently started at Gazelle Global, one of ...
Episode #148: Open Mic - Owen Polifka and Brent Huberty discuss the history of Channel 83 Records
Channel 83 Records was founded in 1987 in Minneapolis/St. Paul by Owen Polifka. With the scouting help of Brent Huberty, they signed several legendary Twin Cities metal bands including Disturbed, Impaler and Soilent Green and renowned goth rock...
Episode #147: Mark Loughney - Consultant at Hub Entertainment Research, Abbey Road Recording Artist
We first spoke with Mark Loughney five years ago on Episode #16. Since then, so many exciting things have happened in Mark’s world that it made sense to do an update. Enjoy!
Episode #146: Chris Davis - EVP at Socratic Technologies, Lifelong Baseball Card Collector
Socratic Technologies was founded in 1994 with a mission to bring pioneering technology to the research profession. Today they are an agile, full-service insights consultancy with blue chip clients across several industry verticals.Chris...
Episode #145: Andrea Rowden - Insights leader at hims & hers, Vocalist for the band S.O.U.L.
Andrea Rowden’s fascination with the human condition has led her to a career in insights. Currently, she is Senior Manager, Consumer and Product Insights at hims & hers which has grown to over $2Bn in revenues in just eight short years....
Episode #144: Paula Rosecky - Qualitative Expert, Cultural Immersion, Aspiring Vocalist
Paula Rosecky is both a true expert qualitative research practitioner and a tireless contributor to the insights industry through WiRE and her significant long-time involvement in the QRCA (a fantastic organization!). Her journey th...
Episode #143: Jeff Grant - VP at Razorfish, Former SVP at Cartoon Network, Comic Book Cognoscente
Jeff Grant has had an enviable career in insights, first on the client-side where he rose to SVP Insights and Analytics for Time Warner, where he supported the Cartoon Network among others for 20 years. He then transitioned to the supplier side...
Episode #142: Dr. Faith James and Stacy Graiko - The She Lab Founders and Authors of "Decoding She"
Dr. Faith James and Stacy Graiko are founders of the insights-led marketing and strategy consultancy called The She Lab, where they apply their deep expertise to help clients win with women.They are also just about to release their secon...
Episode #141: Dr. Ed Dobbles - CAO at Overproof, Former Diageo/H&R Block/Best Buy, Volunteer EMT
After years of leading insights and analytics teams at great companies like Diageo, H&R Block, Supervalu and Best Buy, Dr. Ed Dobbles has recently joined the highly disruptive alcohol industry analytics start-up, Overproof, as Chief Analyti...
Episode #140: Rachel Dimit - Global Insights at Foot Locker, Pizza Proprietor at Pomodora on IG
Rachael Dimit is currently Sr. Manager of Global Consumer Insights at Foot Locker where she continuously uncovers fresh cultural trends that drive the business. In her spare time, Rachael also has a successful Instagram business (@p...
Episode #139: Chris Hayward - Lead Client Partner at Mintel, Drummer for the The Samurai Seven
Chris Hayward is a colleague and fellow Lead Client Partner at Mintel, but that is not all we have in common. Chris is also a drummer and quite a successful one at that! With his band The Samurai Seven, he released a full-length alb...
Episode #138: Carley Hart - Startup Advisor at Cornell Tech, Founder at Ahhhsome Kids
Carley Hart has spent her career advising, mentoring and teaching customer discovery to entrepreneurs which she currently does as Director of Partnerships for Cornell Tech’s Runway Startups Program. Cool job! But Carley has also app...
