Why Brands Are Becoming Their Own Studios with Zack Slingsby

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Next to Madison
Why Brands Are Becoming Their Own Studios with Zack Slingsby
May 28, 2026 Episode 347
Madison Malloy

This week on Next to Madison, I sit down with Zack Slingsby, one of the founders of King Jester and Bungalow Studios, for a fascinating conversation on the future of entertainment, storytelling, and why today’s biggest brands are becoming their own media studios.

We dive into how branded entertainment is changing the game, why companies are shifting from traditional advertising to creating their own content, and what it takes to build successful entertainment brands in today’s fast-changing digital world. Zack also shares insights on creativity, comedy, entrepreneurship, and his upcoming book releasing this summer. If you’re a creator, entrepreneur, or curious where media is headed next, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.

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