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Season 4, episode 8! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss: [07:40] Anticipating Kendrick Lamar’s new album [12:09] Twitter confusing Young Thug’s "YSL" with Yves Saint Laurent [18:18] The success of AirPods for Apple [23:02] What happens when big corporations steal ideas from small businesses? [31:20] Empty creative promises in advertising campaigns Listener segment [42:18] Vague insights in advertising and why they’re used Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 4, episode 7! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss: [05:15] Elon Musk officially buys Twitter for $44B [12:00] Netflix set to lose 2 million subscribers by the end of Q2 - what are they doing wrong? [21:55] Brands flirting with one another on social media - who is this for? [32:45] JPMorgan is tracking their staff’s in-office attendance [36:45] Are we tired of brand sustainability messaging? Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 4, episode 6! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss:  [06:10] Elon Musk puts in an offer to buy Twitter [15:05] The ridiculousness of business jargon and why we all use it [20:25] Distinguishing between your work-self and personal-self [28:05] A man in Kentucky sues his company for throwing an unwanted birthday party that triggered a panic attack  Listener Questions [36:01] What’s one barrier you would take away for people trying to get into marketing? [44:26] What are the biggest challenges after graduating college and how to overcome them?  Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com  Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com  @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 4, episode 5! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss: [06:05] Burger King gets sued for misrepresenting the size of the Whopper in commercials [14:40] Would a 100k salary be life-changing for you? [23:45] When equity becomes a problem for the privileged [31:35] The challenges Black employees face when climbing the career ladder [36:25] Agencies using Black talent to run their diversity efforts Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 4, episode 4! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss: [06:20] Apple’s corporate policy mandates employees in the office at least three days per week [17:50] Are there going to be career challenges for those staying fully remote? [24:00] How do you take a work sabbatical and where would we go? [34:01] Brands and their April Fool’s jokes this year Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 4, episode 3! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss: [04:10] Benefit of traveling to limit the daily stress of working [10:40] Deleting social media apps for your mental health [16:50] Will Smith slaps Chris Rock at the Oscars and the memes are flooding the internet [24:45] Pusha T and Arby’s release a McDonald’s diss track [33:33] What is the current pulse on NFT’s? [39:27] Rising popularity of sports betting Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 4, episode 2! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss: [10:00] Reflecting on brand messages during Black History Month this year [14:21] Brand messaging during International Women’s Day and the Gender Pay Bot on Twitter [27:00] Is it fair for companies to urge their employees to come back to the office? [33:50] Better.com CEO lays off 50% of staff right before the holidays [40:40] The popularity of Wordle Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Our season 4 premiere is here! We had the chance to host a guest speaker session for Black History Month with the folks at Cossette. The theme was liberation and we explored what this meant to us as Black men. Enjoy! [01:50] Introductions and explaining the purpose of The MAD Mix [05:35] What does liberation mean to us as Black men? [08:35] What does it mean to bring your “true self” to work? [17:46] What are some of the barriers that Black employees face in the workplace? [29:10] What does support look like in an organization towards the advancement of Black employees? Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 3, episode 34! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss for the season 3 finale: [06:18] Recap of key themes for 2021 [25:55] Highlight and lowlight brand and marketing moments of the year [36:55] What did 2021 look like in our personal lives and what are we looking forward to in 2022? [46:41] How have brands responded to social justice and diversity commitments in 2021? [53:21] What is your biggest flex of the year? [56:58] What’s next for the podcast in 2022? Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 3, episode 33! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss: [05:32] Thoughts on the latest COVID restrictions in Ontario [13:15] YouTube removes the dislike count on videos - but why? [19:20] Peloton’s reactive marketing to going viral online [29:05] A 16-hour Twitter Spaces role-play speaks to the randomness of social audio features [37:00] Will the Metaverse change how we show up to work meetings? Feel good news of the week [43:07] Doja Cat and Girls Who Code partner to create the first codable music video Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 3, episode 32! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss: [05:30] Analyzing the #SpotifyWrapped campaign [16:00] Discussing our podcast’s Spotify Wrapped stats [18:40] Justin Bieber x Tim Hortons partnership called TimBiebs [28:15] A&W releases a new merch line - who’s buying this? [37:06] CEO of better.com lays off 900 people on a Zoom call [40:35] New video of a robot with human-like expressions goes viral - what is the real world application for this? [44:13] Discussing the self defense guru going viral on TikTok Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 3, episode 31! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss: [04:30] The latest IG story trend and how it's taking off [10:50] Kanye and Drake settle their beef [13:36] Does Black Friday coming up influence your purchase decisions? [18:46] When do you know it’s time to quit your job? [27:12] Crypto.com purchases the naming rights to the Staples Centre [34:00] Scotiabank is testing out removing resumes for campus hiring to ease the barriers for employment Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 3, episode 30! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss: [04:10] Nike announces plans to join Metaverse, selling digital sneakers and accessories [12:15] 8 people died and hundred injured at Astroworld Festival - how does something like this happen? [22:12] Is it cringe when brands change their tone to appeal to Gen z? [28:05] Ranting about LinkedIn polls and the posts that get the most engagement [35:55] New livable wage report shows you need to make at least $22 per hour to afford basic living in Toronto [40:55] POCAM’s visible and vocal study returns this fall highlighting experiences of BIPOC advertising and marketing professionals Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 3, episode 29! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss: [06:00] Facebook rebrands their parent company as “Meta” [14:02] The Working for Workers act in Ontario that aims to make life easier for employees in the province [27:14] Sexual assault case covered up for years by Chicago Blackhawks - brand responses after backlash [36:29] 75th season of the NBA and acknowledging the growth and progressiveness of the league [42:03] Apple is selling a $19 cloth to clean screens - product of the year? Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 3, episode 28! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss: [06:36] Examples of brands executing Halloween campaigns [12:24] Dionne Warwick’s Twitter fame and interaction with brands [17:50] Megan Thee Stallion promotes Cash App in an unconventional way [22:50] Do you think Drake is behind his own memes for promotion? [28:28] Donald Trump is launching a new social media platform - what are the ramifications of this? [37:32] NBA player Enes Kanter speaks out on Nike’s use of child labor in China Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 3, episode 27! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss: [03:20] The impact of Squid Game and its unpredictable success [10:31] Red flags trend on Twitter and all the brands get involved [17:40] Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp goes down and the jokes start rolling in [22:57] Is there no pressure for dominant brands to lead in innovation? [31:00] How do we actually tackle mental health issues in advertising and performative agency support [40:10] Former CEO of Pepsi mentions she doesn’t believe employees should ask for a raise and should be happy they have a job Feel good news of the week [42:56] Jermaine Jupiter celebrates getting 100 Black people jobs in tech. Listen to our podcast episode with Jermaine here Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 3, episode 26! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss: [04:00] Recap of the federal election in Canada [06:25] When brands are late to the meme - Jack Astor’s CLB billboard ad [15:50] What sparks the need for legacy brands to change their branding? [25:06] Ad Agencies recreating office environments through digital games - how do we think this will be used? [31:35] Apple is looking to test and see if your iPhone can detect a decline in your mental health [40:00] Ryerson University is offering a course on Drake & The Weeknd's business moves Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 3, episode 25! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss: [03:13] Discussing the federal election in Canada and the quick turnaround for campaigning [11:50] TikTok is officially being watched more than YouTube - what's the future of the platform? [20:04] Facebook and RayBans collaborate to launch smart glasses - will it take off? [28:12] Taco Bell is trialing a subscription service for tacos in the U.S [37:05] Would you rather sit down for lunch with Jay-Z or receive $500k? Check out our guest episode on the UnorthoTalks podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/39C33Oy69eomSZujHwcE4M?si=OqZHzwsaRFGuLkHQa5MIsQ&dl_branch=1 Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 3, episode 24! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss: [02:45] Initial thoughts on Certified Lover Boy and breaking down the overall promotion [19:45] Is all publicity good publicity? [28:00] LinkedIn says goodbye to their Stories feature due to low engagement [33:50] Is having a vaccine passport in Ontario fair? [42:10] Private companies stepping up when the government doesn’t - Uber, Lyft, and Bumble respond to the Texas abortion ban Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner

Season 3, episode 23! Here's what Dak and Malick discuss: [06:10] Initial thoughts on Kanye’s album and its promotion [15:40] Drake’s recent promotional efforts for his upcoming album [23:13] OnlyFans suspends their ban after a few days - did public backlash play a part? [31:50] Should you see your coworkers as your “family”? Feel good news of the week [41:10] Airbnb offers housing for 20k Afghan refugees Send us a message on Instagram (@the_madmix) or email us at info@themadmix.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast channel so that you're the first to know when new episodes drop! All The MAD Mix content can be found at themadmix.com @the_madmix @malickbba @dakturner