Madison & Culture

David Sable sits down with Ad Age’s editor-at-large, Brian Braiker, to discuss how the ad industry has changed over the last few years, where the industry may be headed in 2019, and why print is far from dead. 

Former Vice President of Communications at the Brookings Institution discusses the importance of hard information and how its aggregation and dissemination are vital to the future of a stable world.

Author, Columbia Law School professor, and developer of “net neutrality” theory, joins David Sable to discuss the future of conglomerates, the importance of net neutrality to business innovation, and the scarcity of human attention today.

Guru, Rabbi, Sherpa, or storyteller? Glean pearls of wisdom as Altucher addresses authenticity, relateability, and perseverance to heal suffering and make big business moves.

As Po.et launches, CEO Jarrod Dicker reviews both his own history at that of publishing. Will Blockchain be the next frontier?

How does a ‘digital prophet’ rise to prominence? David Shing gives us his pearls of wisdom, gleaned from hard life experience.

Brad Grossman’s Zeitguide is a ‘survival kit,’ for the business and cultural worlds at once. Listen as he talks about his journey, and glean pearls of wisdom from an executive veteran.

Drawing from personal experience, Kai Deveraux  Lawson speaks candidly about her journey to workplace empowerment in the face of racism, revealing longstanding problematic behavior that could be reversed for major positive impact.

On the coattails of International Women’s Day, Claudia Romo Edelman tackles the hard stuff. From the glamour of Davos to the complicated reality of racism and sexism around the world, Edelman adds a personal touch to what it takes to be a great activist.

“Hardship or difficulty is not a liability. It can be the best asset that you have,” Roy says, as he delves into a life well led in advertising and in the formation of identity. As a witness and a shaper of history, it is an honor to hear Roy’s thoughts on both past and future.

Are you a gamer? Videogame veteran Asi Burak says that term was just the beginning. Listen as he delves deep into VR, interactive video, and the power of choice in technology

Linda Yaccarino, Chairman, Advertising and Client Partnerships, NBCUniversal  has been a pioneer in cross-platform media, seeing profits into the billions of dollars. Looking at reallocation, ad tech, and TV binges, she delves deep into what makes sense, what makes money, and what’s on its way out.

Art as currency and influencer has deep roots, from the Renaissance to the present. Sotheby’s SVP talks siloes and technology in the art world, anchoring discussions around markets in Warhol, Basquiat, and the quest to promote emerging artists.

Learn to apply a positive belief system at work from eclectic law school dean, neuroscientist and corporate powerhouse Harry Ballan, as he talks about his tools to effect change across channels.

Convinced the internet was broken, Tipograph was inspired to disrupt with “QVC for the Snapchat Generation”. Listen for more about how she is working to reinvent shopping, from her time at GAP to building a company around digital shorts.

In a no-holds-barred conversation, David Stern talks politics and race throughout the NBA’s rich and storied history. As advertising and revenues skyrocketed, Stern stayed humble and built a powerful brand.

As the consumer mindset evolves towards health consciousness, how can new technologies enable a healthier, more connected life? In other words, what’s ahead for Weight Watchers?

What is “new media art,” and can tapping into new technologies play a role in brand identity?