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AdSpace by The Agency
AdSpace by The Agency is a weekly podcast hosted by Gen Z advertising experts Elise Heidrick and Jackson Engle. Each episode, we break down the most buzzworthy campaigns, social trends, and advertising news through a fresh, youthful lens. Our sharp analysis, authentic debates and audience research provide insight into how Gen Z reacts to the creative strategies shaping the advertising industry today.
This student-produced podcast is opinions and commentary and does not reflect the views of any organization. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the hosts or the podcast. Any opinions presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. Unless specifically stated otherwise, The Agency does not endorse, approve, or certify any information, product, process, service, or organization presented or mentioned in this Podcast.
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Latest Episodes
Claire's Brand Comeback Means Leaving Gen Z Behind
This week, Jackson and Elise break down campaigns from Claire's and Skittles that appeal to all five of the senses. They’re also gearing up for the World Cup with Modelo’s latest spot, which prioritizes connection and culture over expensive sta...
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Pinterest Goes Offline, On’s Cultural Shift & the Future of the WNBA
Fresh off their District 9 National Student Advertising Competition win, Elise and Jackson are back from hiatus with standout campaigns you won’t want to miss. First, Pinterest takes a bold, nostalgic turn with “How Did They Do It?," a campaign...
The Burger Wars: Why the Viral McDonald's Taste Test Was a Miss for Gen Z
In this week's episode, Elise and Jackson break down brands that just get it when it comes to Gen Z: NPR’s “For Your Right to Be Curious” campaign, Heineken’s “The Pub That Refused to Die,” and how Rhode always taps the latest “It Girl” at exac...
Gen Z Doesn't Want Ads, They Want Art
For our very first audio/video episode, Elise and Jackson dive into ads that feel like cinema. From Adidas’ “Superstar” campaign to Saucony’s “The Runners” film and H&M’s ode to New York style, clever brands are moving from quick, social-fr...
From Roblox to Reddit, Brands are Using Unique Channels to Reach Gen Z
This week, Elise and Jackson discuss the unique channels brands are using to break through the noise and reach Gen Z both online and out of home. From the world's first digital thrift store on Roblox, to Dove's Reddit page, this week's campaign...