Google AI Max & AI Mode (Episode 518)

The Paid Search Podcast | A Weekly Podcast About Google Ads and Online Marketing

The Paid Search Podcast | A Weekly Podcast About Google Ads and Online Marketing
Google AI Max & AI Mode (Episode 518)
Jun 21, 2026 Episode 518

Chris Schaeffer and Joey Bidner discuss Google AI Mode and Google Ads AI Max in this week's episode of The Paid Search Podcast. AI is a growing aspect of the Google universe and advertisers have an opportunity to expand their marketing efforts in ways that were not possible just a few years before. But is it always the right choice for everyone? Let's talk about that!

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