Bob Beckel, Liberal Operative Who Became a Fixture on Fox, Dies at 73

He ran Walter Mondale’s 1984 presidential campaign, and later became a curmudgeonly pundit on conservative TV.

Pepsi debuts nitrogen-infused Nitro Pepsi

Tiny bubbles carry a creamy smooth fizz to the cola space, and aim for consumers who eschew soda.

Sarah Palin Will Seek New Trial in New York Times Libel Case

Lawyers have told a federal judge that they will file several motions scrutinizing the timing of his announcement that he intended to dismiss the case for lack of evidence.

Discovery and Omnicom will use Comscore and VideoAmp data to test Nielsen alternative

AT&T and State Farm are among the clients participating in the experiment.

 

John Kinsella, former Leo Burnett CEO, dies at 93

He revitalized the ad agency’s creative product and helped start the Big Shoulders Fund to support Chicago-area Catholic schools and their students.

IMAX Looks Beyond Movies to Live Events

To combat the decline of theatergoing, the large-format cinema company will show events like concerts, stand-up comedy and e-sports tournaments.

Activision undergoes executive shakeup ahead of Microsoft sale

Two of the top executives at Activision Blizzard Inc.’s King division will depart.

Hybrid Sneaker-Slides – adidas' New Slide Sneaker is Set to Drop in 2023 (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) If you’re ready to start planning your summer wardrobe – summer 2023 that is – then you’ll want to take a peek at the brand new adidas slide sneaker.

adidas is reportedly working on…

Angular Enclosed Cargo Bikes – The Conceptual Solar Cargo Bike by Puneet Nagi Has an Edgy Design (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) The conceptual Solar Cargo Bike is a futuristic transportation solution for urbanites in need of a way to get around the cityscape in a sleek yet safe manner. The bike is characterized by its…

Why some Super Bowl LVI commercials created the most brand equity

New Harris Poll data highlights lessons for Big Game advertisers.

TikTok Inks Pact With NHL, NHLPA

TikTok is lacing up its skates in a partnership with the National Hockey League and National Hockey League Players’ Association, which was revealed Wednesday. The video creation platform said the #hockey hashtag has tallied some 12.3 billion global views, and the @NHL account is up to 1.7 million followers, with accounts of NHL teams totaling…

This DTC Brand’s Response to Naysayers Is a Rallying Cry for Big, Strong Women

Imagine you’re trying to raise capital for your startup and potential investors question your ability to run a business while also raising children. That was the case for Joanna Griffiths, founder and CEO of DTC underwear brand Knix. About six months after closing a $53 million Series B round, Knix has turned this experience into…

South Western Railway: Spread your wings

St Luke’s is introducing a new creative positioning, along with two avian brand ambassadors, in its debut work for South Western Railway.

‘Spread your wings’, is designed to remind people of all the things they’ve been missing out on during the various phases of lockdown and to encourage them to get back out there and explore everything that’s on offer using the South Western Railway network. The new characters, who sparked an unlikely friendship on a South Western Railway commuter train a few years back, act as ambassadors for the region: Sandy the West Country Seagull representing the very best of the coast and Wes the loveable pigeon from Peckham, showcasing the very best bits of London.

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Watch live on Feb. 25: How Lowe's retooled digital operations to create frictionless customer experiences

Execs from Lowe’s, Adobe and Ernst & Young LLP join Ad Age Studio 30 Live to discuss Lowe’s journey from brick-and-mortar megastore to omnichannel force.

LinkedIn Podcast Network Presented by Verizon Debuts

LinkedIn is getting into the podcasting game with Wednesday’s debut of the LinkedIn Podcast Network Presented by Verizon. The pilot will give the professional network’s community of more than 800 million members access to podcasts from emerging and leading creators including Jonathan Fields, Mita Mallick, Dee C. Marshall and Morra Aarons-Mele, as well as shows…

‘Through Our Work, Every Voice Will Be Heard’

Amid the surge in anti-Asian hate crimes last year, I did not immediately speak out. Even though my own family had been targeted in the past by similar attacks, even though I’ve lived through tremendous amounts of racism in my personal and professional life–I had no place talking about it. At least that’s what I…

Not Your Typical Wine Club: Archer Roose Promises Live Snakes as Perks for Customer Loyalty

What consumer would single-handedly buy 100,000 cases of wine, even if there were a juicy reward waiting at the end? Probably no one. But what if that gift were a randomly-selected venomous snake? Still, no one? The intentionally ridiculous scenario sets up the latest campaign for Archer Roose, a premium canned wine brand that added…

YouTube takes stronger aim at TV advertisers with Brandcast upfront switch

The video service is still hosting a NewFront, but is switching its signature Brandcast event to an upfront advertising sales pitch.

Watch the newest commercials from YouTube TV, USPS, Goldfish and more

Ben and Fred Savage help hype Goldfish Mega Bites, which Ben calls “a reboot” of “a childhood icon—just bigger, bolder and cheesier.”

 

We Need to Disrupt the Media Supply Chain

Last spring, the media and marketing world experienced a tipping point of sorts around the topic of supporting minority-owned and diverse-targeted media. There were high-profile pledges being publicized from marketers and agencies on an almost daily basis during the upfront season. However, it’s been thought-provoking to see the conversation cool off, especially in the current…