What is the meaning of advertising?

Sell stuff. Right? Sort of. The problem with that definition of advertising is that it’s not strictly about selling, it’s more often about informing. Communicate stuff might be a better definition, because that’s what it normally comes down to: communication. The...

What brands can learn from clowning

The other morning, I listened to an essay for The Paris Review called Two Strip Clubs, Paris and New Hampshire. It’s a very funny examination of the differences between American and European ideals. My favourite example of which is when the American author reveals to...

Pickleball: An unlikely lesson in marketing

At some point, every week, I am rudely interrupted by someone in my office. I could be eating a spoonful of yoghurt, walking into a meeting, talking to a client or using the toilet. It won’t matter. Ever since they learned of its existence, my colleagues always need...

RBH Mindset: you’ve got an AI for radio

Worried you’re falling behind in the AI marketing sphere? Don’t know what an LLM is? Got an AI strategy meeting coming up, and you’re the keynote speaker? Our latest mindset report takes the pulse on the wider adoption of AI within the wonderful world of creative...

The 4 non-negotiable digital marketing trends to master for Q1 2026

Why human behaviour, not just AI, will define your 2026 strategy The conversation in digital marketing is dominated by AI, but the true opportunity for 2026 is rooted in fundamental human behavioural change. Consumers are demanding unprecedented levels of control,...
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