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Hello and Welcome Back to The Digital Distillery Podcast. Today on the show I reunite with executive producer Nadia Koski and global TDD event manager Alex Jovanovic to reflect on an incredible year for the Digital Distillery. From live podcasting at the Cannes Lion Festival to the launch of the Women Edition events, we talk all about our highlights from the year so far and give a bit of a sneak preview for whats coming up after the summer break! This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Lead: Dennis Kirschner

Recorded on the Microsoft Beach in Cannes, this special episode of The Digital Distillery Podcast brings you into the heart of the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity with two of Microsoft’s insightful voices. Host Nadia Koski sits down with Jonathan Stringfield, VP, Global Business Strategy, Analytics & Trust, and Jesus Serrano, Principal Product Manager, to explore how AI is moving beyond optimization and targeting to transform creativity, brand storytelling, and user experience. This episode captures the energy of Cannes while unpacking some of the most pressing conversations in media and advertising today. Jonathan shares his perspective on how gaming is shaping emotional brand engagement and what the advertising industry can learn from this immersive world. Jesus dives deep into GenAI innovation, revealing how brands and fans are beginning to co-create in real time, and how emerging tools are reshaping the future of audience interaction. Listeners will come away with a fresh understanding of how AI is evolving from a behind-the-scenes optimizer to a front-line creative partner. The conversation also highlights the ethical and strategic responsibilities marketers must embrace as intelligent systems become central to the advertising experience. Whether you’re a marketer, a creative, or an AI enthusiast, this episode is filled with forward-looking insights and firsthand reflections from two of Microsoft’s future-facing leaders. Tune in to hear how strategy meets imagination, live from the Croisette. LINKS: Connect on LinkedIn with Jesus Serrano Connect on LinkedIn with Jonathan Stringfield Follow Microsoft: Facebook, X This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Lead: Dennis Kirschner

In this episode of Her Digital Story, host Amelia Parsons speaks with Emma Woodbridge, a Programmatic Analyst at GRV Media. They discuss Emma's inspiring journey through the digital publishing landscape, her experiences at MailOnline and Integral Ad Science, and her current role at GRV Media. The conversation touches on the importance of user experience, ethical advertising practices, and the challenges facing the digital publishing industry, including the impact of AI. Emma shares her insights on work-life balance, building relationships in the industry, and the significance of trying new things in both personal and professional life. Connect with Emma on LinkedIn Connect with Amelia on LinkedIn This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Lead: Dennis Kirschner

Welcome back to the Digital Distillery Podcast. By popular demand, The Digital Distillery: Women Edition was hosted for the second time in just two months. Held at 4 WALLS in Hamburg May 5th, the second edition explored two main themes between conversation-starting, interactive keynotes and panels: "Why Women Are the Future of Sports Fandom in Sports" and "Abandoning Stereotypes & Breaking Barriers in Brand Communications." Women Lead host, Nadia Koski, sat down with some of the inspirational speakers from the event to bring you the best takeaways from this exclusive content. Hear from: Evangelia Mitoli, Sales & New Business Manager - DACH, DOUGLAS Marketing Solutions Judy Laumayer-Nerzak, Head of Media & AdTech Solutions - Germany, Microsoft Kim Dammon, Director Strategy & Brand Transformation, Odaline Lara Weber, Head of Digital at FC St. Pauli Benjamin Becker, Managing Director, Sports, OMG Some of the key takeaways: This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Lead: Dennis Kirschner

In this episode of Her Digital Story: Publisher Truths, host Amelia Parsons speaks with Ashley Footit, Programmatic and Yield Specialist at The Independent, about the evolving landscape of digital publishing with a focus on sustainability. They discuss the importance of reducing carbon emissions in the programmatic advertising space, the challenges faced by publishers, and the innovative strategies being implemented to achieve sustainability goals. The conversation also touches on the role of AI in enhancing efficiency and creating new job opportunities within the industry. Connect with Ashleigh Footit Connect with Amelia Parsons This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Lead: Dennis Kirschner

Welcome to the debut episode of Her Digital Story: Publisher Truths with host Amelia Parsons, Head of Supply UK at ShowHeroes, the podcast that unpacks the world of digital publishing through the voices of the women shaping it. In this episode, Amelia speaks with Becca Monahan, Commercial Director, and Lauren Kreisler, Director of Brand & Digital at Official Charts, the home of the UK's biggest music chart moments. Together, Becca and Lauren bring a rich mix of experience across film, music, publishing, and brand development, with previous roles at iconic companies like Bauer and News UK. Amelia discusses their career journeys, how they are helping evolve the Official Charts brand in a fast-changing digital landscape, and the trends they see shaping the future of publishing and media. In this episode, you will learn about: Whether you're a media professional, a digital strategist, or just curious about the evolving world of publishing, this conversation is packed with insight, inspiration, and real-world advice. Stay tuned for more inspiring conversations on Her Digital Story. Subscribe, rate, and review to support women’s voices in digital publishing. LINKS & RECS Connect with Amelia Parsons on LinkedIn Connect with Lauren Kreisler on LinkedIn Connect with Becca Monahan on LinkedIn Follow Official Charts on: TikTok LinkedIn Instagram X (Twitter) Facebook This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Leads: Dennis Kirschner

SPANISH LANGUAGE EPISODE EN: In this second episode of ChatCTV: Conectando Realidades, Héctor Rodríguez, ShowHeroes Head of Supply CTV, and Víctor Soldevilla, ShowHeroes Head of Strategy, dive deep into the evolving landscape of Connected TV. They discuss the technical challenges around standardization and metadata, the opportunities for incremental reach beyond traditional TV, and the innovations that are pushing the boundaries of CTV advertising. En este segundo episodio de ChatCTV: Conectando Realidades, Héctor Rodríguez, Head of Supply CTV en ShowHeroes, y Víctor Soldevilla, Head of Strategy en ShowHeroes, analizan en profundidad la evolución del ecosistema de la televisión conectada (CTV). Hablan sobre los retos técnicos en torno a la estandarización y los metadatos, las oportunidades de incrementar la cobertura más allá de la televisión tradicional, y las innovaciones que están redefiniendo los límites de la publicidad en CTV. Desde los desafíos de medición hasta los avances creativos, desglosan la complejidad de escalar CTV a nivel global y explican por qué la colaboración en todo el ecosistema es fundamental para su futuro. En este episodio descubrirás: Sintoniza para conocer de primera mano las fuerzas técnicas, estratégicas y creativas que están moldeando el futuro de la CTV. Connect with: Marina Gómez on LinkedIn Hector Rodríguez on LinkedIn Victor Soldevilla on LinkedIn This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Leads: Dennis Kirschner

In this episode, we’re taking you once again to the breathtaking Austrian Alps — straight to the picturesque slopes of Lech Zürs. But this trip wasn't just about skiing. Amidst the snow-capped peaks, we had the chance to sit down for exclusive conversations with some of the event’s top panelists. From brand suitability and AI to the art of nurturing loyal communities — we covered it all. You can learn more about the event and see our recap video on our website Connect with our guests: Camilla Von Faber-Castell - Senior Marketing Manager CEE & Nordics Jan-Philipp Heinrichs - Executive Director, Global Agency Partnerships, Integral Ad Science Isabelle von Medinger - COO, Medinger GmbH Daniel Lublinsky - CEO, Digital Relation Media GmbH Carolin Kunert - Innovation Management, HEAD Learn more about the HORIZONT Snowmasters 2025 edition Obsession - Germany’s Top Event Agency Discover Lech Zürs, Austria Discover Hotel Platinhoff This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Leads: Dennis Kirschner

Welcome to another TDD episode and the first Spanish-language episode, “ChatCTV: Conectando Realidades”. Bienvenidos al primer episodio en español para The Digital Distillery. En “ChatCTV: conectando realidades”, estaremos acompañados de Hector Rodríguez, ShowHeroes Head of Supply CTV, y Victor Soldevilla, Head of Strategy. Exploraremos el mundo de la television conectada en España, así como el momento actual que atraviesa. De la mano de nuestros expertos, trateremos temas como el contenxto, los actuales modelos de negocio y cómo los habitos de consumo de los usuarios están impactando en las planificaciones digitales. Connect with: Marina Gómez on LinkedIn Hector Rodríguez on LinkedIn Victor Soldevilla on LinkedIn This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Leads: Dennis Kirschner

The Head of Advertising at Kleinanzeigen discusses the journey towards a more sustainable and efficient advertising industry Welcome back to another episode of Green About Media. On this episode of the show I got to sit down with Anna-Lena Mikoteit-Zerb from reselling platform Kleinanzeigen, and discuss how and why she made a professional switch further into sustainability, what other can do to do the same, and how can we have positivity in a world that suddenly seems interested in everything but sustainability. Links Anna-Lena Mikoteit-Zerb on LinkedIn BVDW Sustainability Lab This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Leads: Dennis Kirschner

Join us for the first ever Women's Edition of The Digital Distillery, held in Hamburg in February 2025, and the first Digital Distillery event of the year. We had a record number of guests on this one, each discussing the topics and issues that were presented in the panels at the event. You can connect with the guest on LinkedIn below: Yasemin Efiloglu - Volt Europa Katja Garff - makers & breakers Natalia Hilgers - Equativ Franziska Brückner - Vodafone Lena Schütze - DOUGLAS Patrick Stoltze - Integral Ad Science Julia Wittich-Sauer - Google Kathrin Franssen - OMD Anja Jeremias - pilot Agenturgruppe Katharina Jäger - BVDW This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Leads: Dennis Kirschner

Hello and welcome back to a new year full of Digital Distillery Events. Today on the show I got to sit down [Edit: Dragged in unawares] two colleagues of mine who are responsible for organising the international Digital Distillery events. One a seasoned and grizzled veteran of TDD event organisation, the other a fresh faced untested but mustard full newbie. We talk about some of the upcoming events for the year, and what it actually takes to get one of these things off the ground. This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Leads: Dennis Kirschner

In this conversation, Seb Royce, Climate Conscious Creative Director, shares his journey from a traditional advertising background to a focus on sustainability in marketing. He discusses the evolution of digital advertising, his awakening to the importance of sustainability, and the challenges of transitioning to a more purpose-driven mindset. Seb emphasises the need for businesses to adopt long-term thinking and the importance of making a business case for sustainability. He also introduces his new initiative, Planet Partners, aimed at bridging the gap between climate science and communication. This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Leads: Dennis Kirschner

TL:DR all of our content will move over to The Digital Distillery Podcast Network Feed This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Leads: Dennis Kirschner

In this episode, Phil and Nadia reflect on a busy year filled with events, cultural experiences, and personal anecdotes. From the snow of the Austrian mountains, to the drizzle of London's streets and the baking heat of Madrid, Phil and Nadia relive some of the fondest moments from a year full of exciting events. Enjoy this end of year reflection and stay tuned for a host of new announcements when we return in the new year. Happy Holidays! - Phil & Nadia This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Leads: Dennis Kirschner

In this special episode of The Digital Distillery Podcast, in partnership with HORIZONT and Obsession, host and Executive Producer Nadia Koski takes you back to the stunning 2024 HORIZONT Snowmasters event in Lech Zürs, Austria. This unforgettable three-day gathering brought together top minds in tech, tourism, media and marketing for a unique mix of skiing, snowboarding, and inspiring conversations. From cozy fireside chats exploring cutting-edge campaigns to candid “Slope Talks” in the snow, the event was a perfect blend of professional insights and alpine adventure. Looking ahead, HORIZONT Snowmasters 2025 promises to be even more exciting. We’ll be coming back to you live from Lech Zürs March 27–30, 2025, with a very special Digital Distillery event on March 28th. Tune in to relive the magic from this year’s event, get inspired, and prepare for another unforgettable experience. We’ll see you on the slopes! Listen to the Women Lead Podcast Live from HORIZONT Snowmasters episode with exclusive interviews with Verena Grundel, Sara Emmerich, and Maud Schock. Connect with: Isabelle von Medinger, Company owner and managing director of Medinger Consulting Agency Jennyfer Hümmer, Manager at ANY EVER, the Audio Experts Kim-Laura Wieland, Manager Sponsorships & Cooperations at WIRmachenDRUCK Lena Schlegel, Founder & CEO at Seadster Eva-Maria Schmidt, Editor-in-chief, HORIZONT Christine Fuchs, Publishing Director, HORIZONT Jewgeni Patrouchev, Senior Tourism and MICE Representative Central and Eastern Europe at PROCOLOMBIA Matthias Girlich, CEO Gravity3 Learn more about the HORIZONT Snowmasters 2025 edition Obsession - Germany’s Top Event Agency Discover Lech Zürs, Austria Discover Hotel Montana This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Leads: Dennis Kirschner

On this episode of Green About Media, we sit down with Tim Collier, UK & Northern Europe Head at Scope3. We dive into discusses the evolving landscape of sustainability in digital advertising. Tim shares insights on the industry's growing awareness of environmental challenges, the importance of collaboration, and the role of generative AI in shaping sustainable practices. W ee talk about the need for industry standards and the significance of making sustainability a core part of marketing strategies. Tim also provides advice for individuals looking to engage in sustainability efforts within their organisations. Links: Connect with Tim on Linkedin Scope3 Solutions This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Leads: Dennis Kirschner

In deze aflevering van ShowCast bespreekt host Frans Staal de opkomst van gaming in de digitale advertentie-industrie en de kansen die deze groeiende markt biedt voor adverteerders. Met gasten Harry Homeijer, Jurriaan van Teunenbroek, en Florian Toen duikt Frans in de wereld van in-game advertenties, waarbij het gesprek gaat over trends, technologie, en de impact op zowel gamers als merken. This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Leads: Dennis Kirschner

On this episode of Green About Media, Michael Hanbury-Williams shares his journey from a traditional advertising role to becoming the Managing Director of Greenbids, an AI company focused on sustainability in digital advertising. He discusses the importance of integrating environmental responsibility into the advertising industry, the role of AI in optimising media efficiency, and the successes Greenbids has achieved in reducing carbon emissions while enhancing campaign performance. Michael discusses the need for collaboration and connection among professionals in the sustainability space and offers advice for those looking to make a similar transition in their careers. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Leads: Dennis Kirschner

Welcome back for Part 2 of our fantastic recent Vienna event. Nadia Koski is back with the second wave of exclusive interviews from The Digital Distillery. On today's show we hear from: Milan Vidovic from GroupM Maresa Wolkenstein from COPE Andreas Grasel from Adform Carina Kaiser from SlopeLift That will wrap up our actual events for the year but we will have plenty more coming on this channel in the coming weeks. Stay Tuned! This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery. If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.com You can follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Written, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowell Executive Producer: Nadia Koski Project Leads: Dennis Kirschner