Digital & Dirt

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of the Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian sits down with Erin Everhart, VP of Content & Events at MediaPost, the media, marketing, and advertising industry’s resource for news coverage, events, and more.  Podcast Breakdown 00:00 - 05:55 Introduction, fun facts & New Orleans roots 05:56 - 12:00 Journalism beginnings, career pivots & Home Depot journey...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of the Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian sits down with Todd Johnson to discuss the evolution of programmatic advertising, the growing role of AI and attention measurement in media buying, and why storytelling still matters in an increasingly automated industry. Podcast Breakdown 00:00 - 04:50 Introduction, career beginnings & action movie fandom 04:51 - 13:...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of the Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian sits down with Maureen McCloskey Geraghty to discuss the evolution of out-of-home advertising, the mindset required to build a lasting career in media, and how leadership, hustle, and adaptability continue to shape the future of the industry.

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of the Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian sits down with Nathan Pearce, Founder and CEO at Pearce Bespoke Franchising, to discuss the human element of styling, how style and individuality shape confidence, and why giving someone the right suit can change the trajectory of their life.

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of the Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian sits down with Haley Neid, Director of Brand Management at Nate’s Honey, the top-selling branded honey in the U.S., to discuss how the company has successfully redefined how to market a “commodity” product. Podcast Breakdown 00:00 - 05:57 Introduction, Cup stacking & Being a college athlete 05:58 - 11:53 Career journe...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of the Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian sits down with Chuck Sanchez, CEO and Creative Director at creative marketing and branding agency, Stun Design. Chuck and Ian explore the evolution of creativity, strategy, and branding in today’s rapidly changing marketing landscape.  Podcast Breakdown: 00:00 - 06:00 Introduction, Fountain fiascos, & DIY chaos 06:01...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of the Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian sits down with Mehmet Bal, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Infinite Studios, a next-generation entertainment platform at the intersection of human creativity and AI. Mehmet discuss how he evolved from aspiring basketball player to tech leader and shares his perspectives on how AI is transforming creativity, storyt...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of the Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian Dallimore sits down with Jacey Berg, SVP of Strategy and Planning at Media Bridge Advertising, a women-owned full-service advertising agency. Jacey discusses the evolution of media, the balance between short-term performance and long-term brand building, and how agencies can navigate an increasingly complex and fragmented...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of the Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian sits down with Scott DeVault, Branded Entertainment Marketing Manager at Porsche Cars North America, to discuss the power of storytelling in brand marketing and how Porsche builds long-term relevance through culture, entertainment, and community.

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of the Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian sits down with Olivia Oshry, CMO of the OAAA, to discuss her career, the evolution of media, and why the OAAA is redefining Out of Home as the “Human Medium.” Podcast Breakdown:  00:00 - 06:30 Meet Olivia Oshry 06:31 - 09:30 Exploration, Internships & Career Discovery 09:31 - 13:06 Entering Digital Media & AOL beg...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of the Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian sits down with siblings Jo and Dov Zmood, media and creative leaders at global agency holding companies, to explore today’s relationship between creativity and media, the importance of influence, and how modern storytelling comes to life across today’s fragmented media landscape. Podcast Breakdown: 00:00 - 03:25 Introduct...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of the Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian sits down with Brad Bass, author and head baseball coach at Catholic High School, to discuss modern leadership, building resilient people, and the surprising parallels between coaching and business leadership. Podcast Breakdown 00:00 – 06:00 From Player to Coach 06:01 – 14:58 Adversity, Transition & Building a Winning...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian sits down with Brittany Sadlouskos, Chief Operating Officer at DAA Media + Marketing, to discuss how honesty, partnership, and cultural relevance fuel long-term agency and brand success. Podcast Breakdown 00:00 – 06:06 From Kitchen Dreams to the Agency World 06:07 – 11:48 Growing Up With DAA 11:49 – 17:58 Trust Is the Strategy 1...

Send us Fan Mail  In the Season 9 finale of Digital & Dirt, producer Faith Nettles flips the script and interviews host Ian Dallimore to reflect on the themes that defined the season and the growth of the podcast. They discuss how conversations with agency, brand, and founder guests consistently pointed to attention, culture, authenticity, and real-world impact over platforms, highlighting OOH...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 14 of this season’s Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian sits down with Lauren Ridgley, CEO of Left-Hand Agency, a media buying and planning advertising agency, to explore the evolution of advertising, the renewed importance of Out of Home, and how brands can stay culturally relevant in an increasingly digital and AI-driven world. Podcast Breakdown 00:00 - 05:57 Introduction &...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 12 of the Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian sits down with Melissa Gordon-Ring, Global President of Health at IPG Mediabrands, to discuss the importance of trust and human connection within the evolving health landscape. Melissa shares her perspective on leadership and the future of health communications, offering insights from her professional and personal experiences. Pod...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 12 of this season’s Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian sits down with Paul Gartland, Executive Vice President and Northeast Regional Manager, to reflect on his remarkable 40-year career at Lamar. Paul discusses lessons learned and the values and innovations that have shaped his leadership style.  Podcast Breakdown 00:00 - 05:06 Introduction & Career Beginnings 05:00 - 11...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 11 of this season’s Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian welcomes Buster Scher, founder of organic social media agency, The Buster Agency, to discuss building a personal brand, turning passion into business, and amplifying culture through collectibles, content, and social strategy. Podcast Breakdown 00:00 – 01:31 Introduction: Hoops Nation, Collectibles & Background 01:32...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 10 of this season’s Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian welcomes Stacy Bernstein, Co-Founder of All Better Co., an innovative first aid and skin care company, to discuss the company she built, how social media and retail partnerships can drive organic growth, and the power of word-of-mouth marketing to overcome limited advertising budgets.  Podcast Breakdown 00:00 – 06:40 Int...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 9 of this season’s Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian welcomes Jaselyn Berthelot, a professional deepwater angler and President of Rising Sons Fishing, a sportfishing tournament team. Jaselyn discusses how she’s leveraged social media to grow her personal brand while competing in a male-dominated sport.  Podcast Breakdown 00:00 – 05:32 Introduction: Passion for fishing &...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 8 of this season’s Digital and Dirt Podcast, Ian welcomes Katey Hassan, Co-Founder & CEO of Nocturnal Skincare to discuss how beauty, skincare, and branding intersect with culture, science, and storytelling. During the interview, Katey shares insights from her career, the story behind the launch of her brand, and explains how authenticity and innovation has helped s...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 7 of this season’s Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian welcomes Marissa Nance, Founder and CEO of Native Tongue Communications, a multicultural marketing agency helping brands connect with diverse audiences, for a conversation on how to build authentic connections in today’s marketing world.   Podcast Breakdown 00:00 – 04:49 Introduction, Handbags, Love & Basketball house...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 6 of this season’s Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian welcomes Liz Caselli-Mechael, VP of Communications and Marketing at World Central Kitchen (WCK), a non-profit providing food relief to communities in crisis.  Together, they discuss how food, storytelling, and partnerships can build trust, provide comfort, and connect communities around the world. Podcast Breakdown 00:00...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 5 of this season’s Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian welcomes Lindsey Scheftic, Founder and CEO of The CMO Sidekick, to explain what inspired her to start her consulting business that helps mid-sized companies without CMOs access strategic marketing support. 

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 4 of this season’s Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian welcomes Priti Ohri, Co-Founder and CEO of Advertible Inc, to discuss how her early recognition of the value of data influenced her efforts to transform adtech. Podcast Breakdown 00:00-03:40 Fun Facts & Introduction 03:40-08:30 Dance, Wrestling & Coachella Stories 08:30-12:40 High School, UCLA & Early Career 1...