Witcha Black Ads
A podcast examining the state of marketing and advertising through a very Black lens. Hosts Braunsy & Janelle, discuss boss moves in pop culture, brands that just can't seem to get it right, and those rare occasions when miraculously they do! Hear interviews with Black ads folks putting in the necessary work and up your knowledge with the backstories "they" don't want you to know. All here on #WitchaBlackAds
Episodes
87 episodes
84. Serving Looks
The US Open đž is here, and weâve got plenty to coverâVenusâs on-court fits, Serena co-signing Ro, Taylor Townsendâs rise, the ongoing denim wars, and Eve stepping out in Ice Studio Timbs. All that and more in this weekâs episode.
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1:01:19
83. Sole Searching
A lot of Sole Searching going on. This time around weâre talking Zendayaâs (and Law Roachâs) partnership with On, Latto reviving Apple Bottoms, SZA getting into her âArtistic Directorâ bag with Vans, Rihannaâs latest offering with Puma and much...
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38:51
82. Black Americana
This week weâre talking Ralph Laurenâs nod to Oak Bluffs, pgLangâs new agency, BeyoncĂŠ latest collection with Leviâs, and much more. We also get into how the political climate is making brands play it âsafe.â Tap in.Watch on
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38:32
81. Tone Deaf
Weâve got a long list of topics to cover on episode 81 of Witcha Black Ads. This go âround, weâre discussing AMPâs ill-timed partnership with Target, the rollout masterclass put on by The Clipse, Tylerâs new era, seafood boils, and much more. <...
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1:13:14
80. Jammy Egg
Jellyfish, Jammy Eggs, and unpaid debts are all on the docket for Episode 80 of Witcha Black Ads. This week weâre getting into Adidasâ MFin Superstar spot, Instagramâs Anyway campaign, Travis Scottâs new Chief Visionary title, and much more.
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56:20
79. Read the Room
This week weâre "reading the room" on all the latest!Talking OKC Thunder's championship and the Converse moment, Faith Kipyegon's 4-minute mile and Nike's "Breaking 4" project. We dive into Solange x Ilia Beauty, Gilga x Moncler, and the...
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45:38
78. Win Paris
Was the Coco Gauff win ad well orchestrated? Are we feeling Taliâs new shoe with Puma? Did Meg really design her new swimwear line? Just a few burning questions that get answered on episode 78 of Witch Black Ads.Watch on
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77. Drops After Drop
This week we got a bit to unpack, from Savannah James's grand entry into luxury beauty and Jide Osifeso's mission to reframe Reebok's basketball game, to Kendrick Lamar's surprising Gatorade collaboration. This and more.. like subcribe and shar...
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33:38
76. In The Wild
Hot mics and hotter takes. The new AâOne, Fentyâs collab with the Liberty, MET Gala hits and misses, and dirty kicks are all on the docket for Episode 76. Watch on youtube and fol...
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44:20
75. Fruit Snacks and Fits
Episode 75 is for the fashion girlies and the aging millennials. We get into CoCoâs Miu Miu debut, Kendrick pulling double duty with Chanel and Gatorade, that Supreme x 40 Acres & a Mule drop, SZAâs NOT Beauty line, and much more. Somewhere...
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57:34
74. Sauced Up
Bi-coastal and back at it. Episode 74 dives into CoCoâs new shoe with New Balance, Puma getting us high, and Lacoste hitting the streetsâliterally. Plus: grillz for the sauce, BeyoncĂŠâs back in denim, LeBronâs linking with Barbie, and Topicals ...
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47:58
73. Kitten Boot
This week, we're diving into March Madness and the big moves shaking up the sports world, both on and off the court. Plus, we're exploring the "Tequila Wars" and the celebrity tequila craze. Are we reaching peak tequila saturation? Join @brauns...
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49:00
72. New Season. New Day
Season 3 (and some change) is finally here! We know, weâve been gone for a minute, but weâre back and ready to get into it. A$AP Rocky is putting his stamp on Ray-Ban, Nike is making power moves with Skims and Tyla, and Supreme just put Ernie B...
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59:10
71. No Round 2s
Weâre talking Kendrick Lamarâs Super Bowl Halftime Show announcement, BeyoncĂŠ diving into the whiskey game with Sir Davis, and the CMAs snubbing Cowboy Carter. Plus, weâre breaking down Old Navyâs latest campaign with Precious Lee and ...
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50:30
70. Olympics Recap
This week, we dive deep into all things Olympics! From iconic athletes to unexpected hurdles (pun intended), we break down the drama and excitement. We also hit on the past and present opportunities for brands in the world of sports. <...
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40:32
69. Sum' Light
Weâre keeping it light with Episode 69, chatting about Nikeâs new spot, Fentyâs partnership with the Olympics, and Nigel Sylvester teaming up with Jordan.Subscribe on YouTube or listen wherever you find podcasts!
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35:12
68. Squint & Tilt
This time around weâre diving into the Fatherâs Day campaign from Bottega featuring A$AP Rocky and shot by Carrie Mae Weems, Rihanna named the face of Jâadore Dior, the overuse of Lilâ Wayneâs âA Milliâ, Jordanâs shot back at Adidas, Black Nepo...
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1:07:26
67. Cute Response
We're back with episode 67 of Witcha Black Ads! This time, we're talking Adidas x Anthony Edwards' receipts, the Balenciaga x Under Armour drop, Rihanna's new Fenty Hair announcement, and asking "Is It In You?" with Gatorade, with ...
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56:44
66. Mary J. Bootz
Weâre back with episode 66 of Witcha Black Ads âđžThis time around, weâre discussing Mary J. Bligeâs high steppers with Giuseppe, Gunna is pushing P, AâJa Wilsonâs recent announcement with Nike, the hits and misses from the MET Gala, and ...
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53:57
65. Tar in a bottle?
We're back on Witcha Black Ads with our regular setup. On episode 65, weâre chatting about Pharrell's Tiffany & Co. collab, Spike Lee and Giancarlo Esposito teaming up with Fiat, the new Wemby x Nike spot, Youthforia's "Tar in a Bott...
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55:50
64. Beyconomy
Weâre back to our regularly scheduled setup this week on Witcha Black Ads, chatting about the big weekend for the womenâs NCAA basketball tourney đ, Cowboy Carter and the impact of BeyoncĂŠ's latest drop đ¤ , Serenaâs Wyn Beauty brand đ, and much ...
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52:33
63. Let Them Cook
The squad got together in person for episode 63 to chat everything from Tyler the Creatorâs film for LV to Beyâs Cowboy Carter rollout.We also get into Cam Hicks for Reebok, whatever the hell is going on over at Denim Tears, and ask âIs ...
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47:54
61. Time is of the Essence
This week weâre getting into the many Nike collabs. Weâre talking Jacquemus featuring ShaâCarri Richrardson, Meg thee Stallion's capsule, and the Kai Cenat deal.We also get into the SSENSE x ESSENCE "Call Me by Your Name" collab, all th...
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