Human-First AI Marketing Podcast by Avenue9
Discover how to harness the power of AI without losing the human touch. Hosted by Mike Montague, Founder of Avenue9, this podcast delivers actionable insights to help small and mid-sized businesses market like big brands. With expert interviews, relatable success stories, and practical tips, we show you how to amplify your marketing efforts with AI tools that enhance—not replace—human creativity and connection. Whether you're a business owner, marketer, or curious about the future of AI, this is your go-to guide for building smarter, more authentic marketing strategies.
Human-First AI Marketing Podcast by Avenue9
Why Interviewers Make the Best AI Marketers with Dan Nestle
Mike Montague sits down with Dan Nestle of Inquisitive Communications to explore how the marketing game is changing and why curiosity is now your most valuable asset. From the rise of large language models to the deluge of dull, AI-generated content, they unpack why asking better questions, not writing better copy, is the skill that separates standout marketers from the rest. Whether you're leading a content team or building your brand as a business owner, this conversation reveals how to stay sharp and human in a world drowning in automation.
Key themes include the future of copywriting in an AI-assisted world, how to use LLMs without losing your voice, and why brands need real storytelling, not just content volume. You’ll learn practical ways to prompt more effectively, interview better, and co-create content that connects on a human level. If you’re ready to shift from “create more” to “connect deeper,” this episode is your next step forward.
🔑 Top Takeaways
1. Curiosity is a marketer’s superpower.
In the AI era, the best content creators aren’t just good writers; they’re great question-askers who dig for truth, context, and emotional nuance.
2. AI is your partner, not your replacement.
Tools like ChatGPT can support the creative process, but they still need strategic direction, emotional insight, and human judgment to produce meaningful work.
3. Storytelling still wins.
Great content requires structure, character, emotion, and purpose, none of which come standard from AI unless a human builds them in.
4. Prompting is the new copywriting.
Writing the right prompts (and follow-up questions) is a critical skill that requires clarity, empathy, and strategic thinking.
5. Interviewing is now a marketing skill.
Whether you’re interviewing a CEO, a customer, or your own AI assistant, the ability to ask smart, layered questions shapes the quality of your content.
6. The flood of “AI slop” is a threat to brand trust.
Companies flooding the market with generic AI content are losing attention and credibility; quality and relevance now matter more than ever.
7. Empathy creates a competitive advantage.
Understanding how people feel, what they want, and where they’re headed is what gives marketers the edge machines can’t replicate.
The Human-First AI Marketing Podcast is brought to you by Avenue9. We use artificial intelligence to amplify your unique voice, empower your marketing team, and enable your scaling business to achieve big-brand success.
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