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Witcha Black Ads

90 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago -

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

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Episodes

61. Time is of the Essence

March 07, 2024 17:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MB

This week we’re getting into the many Nike collabs. We’re talking Jacquemus featuring Sha’Carri 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 that Louis Vuitton has going on with Tyler the Creator, Wemby as brand ambassador for LV, and much more. You know where to find us! Tap in on YouTube via the link in our bio and click that subscribe button while you're at it!  Filmed and edited by Hamadi Pr...

61. Big Game, Bigger Wins

February 23, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

We’re back at it and finally connecting to discuss what went down in Vegas for the Super Bowl. That means a lot of Usher 🕺🏾, Beyonce 👑, and a sprinkle of Kanye 🤏🏾, amongst other happenings. You know where to find us! Tap in on YouTube via the link in our bio and click that subscribe button while you're at it!  Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads

60. Trendy Titles

February 01, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

It’s Black History Month, so we had to kick it off with a new WBA episode! ✊🏾 This week we discuss Usher’s confusing Vogue cover ahead of his Super Bowl halftime performance, Fashion Week moments that caught our attention, all these unqualified and misaligned creative directors, and Michael B. Jordan’s foray into the uncharted world of sea moss. As always, tap in on YouTube via the link in our bio and click that subscribe button while you're at it!  Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep ...

59. Banned & Blasphemous

January 18, 2024 18:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

Kicking off the year with a bang on Episode 59 of Witcha Black Ads!  This time, we talk Tiger's bold move away from Nike, Megan Thee Stallion's collaboration with Planet Fitness and Nike, Lil Nas X's latest single making all the church folk mad, FKA Twigs’ banned Calvin Klein campaign, and so much more. As always, tap in on YouTube, and that subscribe button? Give it a tap while you're there! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads

58. Flavors of the Week

November 23, 2023 15:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

Get ready for a glossy rendezvous on Episode 58 of Witcha Black Ads – "Lipgloss Poppin'" We're dishing on KeKe Palmer hosting the Soul Train Awards, Grammy Nominations, sexy red lip gloss names, Lil Yachty's exclusive IG Close Friends and so much more. Tune in for all the Black Ads vibes! 💋🎙️ Catch the full episode on YouTube, and that subscribe button? Give it a tap while you're there! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads

And Another Thing: SKIMS

November 06, 2023 19:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MB

🚨 New Segment Alert 🚨 "And Another Thing" - our in-between episodes segment for when we've got a few more things to get off our chests. First up: After launching the Skims men line, discussed in episode 57, Kim K quickly followed up with a partnership announcement with the NBA, WNBA, US Basketball, and Swarovski.  Y’all f*%king with it?  

57. Say No More

November 02, 2023 14:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MB

On episode 57 we got to discuss all the Black Ads happenings face-to-face, which y’all know is super rare. From Beyoncé's latest perfume to Telfar's “interesting” crinkle campaign to SKIMS’s new drawls drop, we got it all covered. Catch the full episode on YouTube, and that subscribe button? Give it a tap while you're there! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads

56. We Run the Yard

October 19, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 70.8 MB

🚨New Episode Alert! 🚨 On episode 56 of Witcha Black Ads, we get a behind-the-scenes look at Nike Yardrunners from the platform's creators. Yardrunners was created in 2020 to celebrate the rich history and contributions of HBCUs and their students and alums on global sport and culture. Tune in as Arinze Emeagwali (@2stepsahead__), Richard Palmer (@3rwp), and Deb Williams (@debfayewms) discuss the creation of the platform, representing HBCU culture, being resilient through pushback, and knowi...

55. No Debts

September 22, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MB

After a little travel and living life, we are back with episode 55 of Witcha Black Ads. On this week's docket we have Tremaine Emory leaving Supreme, a mixed bag from KFC, Dunkin' Donuts' Ice Spice Smoothies and much more. Catch the full episode on YouTube, and that subscribe button? Give it a tap while you're there! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads

54. Everybody on Mute

August 17, 2023 14:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB

This week’s theme is Queen Bey– because, let's be real, why wouldn't it be? On this episode we're delving into the phenomenon known as The Beyoncé Economic Bump, celebrating the journey of Hip Hop's 50th, discussing Zendaya's collaboration with SmartWater, and much more! Catch the full episode on YouTube via the link in our bio – oh, and that subscribe button? Give it a tap while you're there! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads

53. You Are The Visuals

July 27, 2023 15:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MB

We are in these social streets this week talking Threads and Spill vs Twitter... or X (whatever it's called these days), the neon pink Barbie rollout, Beyonce's new fragrance (in lieu of visuals 😒), Latto's chicken wings and much more.  As always, tap in on YouTube and click that subscribe button while you're at it! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads

52. Shout-out to The Aunties

June 22, 2023 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

The word of the week is ‘Collab.’ On episode 52 of Witcha Black Ads we get into Aminé’s collab with New Balance, Teyana’s Cinderella themed spot with Jordan, Apple’s new Vision Pro goggles, and much more.  As always, tap in on YouTube and click that subscribe button while you're at it! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads

51. Bundles by Bey

June 01, 2023 14:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MB

Are we seeing into the future? This week we discuss Beyonce’s cryptic announcement, Instagrams twitter competitor, and provide thoughts and prayers for Ja morant…. And so much more!  As always, tap in on YouTube and click that subscribe button while you're at it! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads

50. Bags on Bags

May 12, 2023 15:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

A lot of folks getting to the bag recently. On the big 5-0 we talk KD’s lifetime Nike deal, Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson’s NFL deals, Teyana running it up at creative director and more.  As always, tap in on YouTube and click that subscribe button while you're at it! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads

49. The AI Takeover

April 28, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 45.3 MB

Hot take alert! Listen in of the conversation surrounding the AI debate in music, the musician to agency owner pipeline, the Bayou Barbie’s business dealings, and much more. As always, tap in on YouTube and click that subscribe button while you're at it! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads

48. Get On. Put On

April 13, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 56.6 MB

🚨Disclaimer: The hits keep coming. 🚨 This week on episode 48 of Witcha Black Ads, we sit down with John "JP" Petty, III, Global Executive Creative Director of Bodega at Wieden & Kennedy. We get into his journey, his mission to "Get On. Put On," and he joins us for Above the Fold with some hot takes of his own. As always, tap in on YouTube and click that subscribe button while you're at it! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads

47. Power Play

March 23, 2023 14:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

In this episode of Witcha Black Ads, @Braunsybrooks and @janelle.nicole_ talk about Ja Morant's Powerade pause, Mitchell and Ness lackluster jersey dresses, the battle for BET, and Law Roach's retirement announcement. Tap in on YouTube and click that subscribe button while you're at it! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads

46. "Na Morant"

March 10, 2023 14:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MB

Check out episode 46 of Witcha Black Ads with @Braunsybrooks and @janelle.nicole_ discussing Ja Morant’s recent shenanigans, the Creed 3 rollout, Adidas x Ivy Park issues, and much more. Tap in on YouTube and click that subscribe button while you're at it! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads

45. Gone for a minute

February 25, 2023 17:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MB

World tour announcements, brand x partner breakups, platform meltdowns, a lot can happen in a few months. Luckily for us, there’s no shortage of s#!t to get into. So with that, we’re back with Episode 45 of Witcha Black Ads with @@braunsybrooks and @janelle.nicole_ discussing the superbowl action, Lebron further cementing his legacy, Pharrell at Louis Vuitton, and much more. Tap in on YouTube and click that subscribe button while you're at it! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up w...

44. End of an Era

September 02, 2022 14:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MB

August was A LOT. We got to marinate on Renaissance Act I, learn of Serena’s evolution from tennis, a literal bot “rap artist” *insert hard @$$ eyeroll* and so much more! We dive into it on episode 44 of #WitchaBlackAds. Tap in on YouTube and click that subscribe button while you're at it! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads Watch the Vodcast on YouTube

43. Per the Contract

July 29, 2022 16:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

Look at that! New Beyoncé to go along with Ep 43 of #WitchaBlackAds. We get into Mo’Nique snatching the bag (and bonnet) from Netflix, a thug tear shed over the Black Panther 2 trailer, Rap Sh!t social shenanigans and more.  Tap in on YouTube and click that subscribe button while you're at it! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads Watch the Vodcast on YouTube

42. Game Over

June 23, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MB

June brought with it the NBA finals, Juneteeth, the official start to summer, and a sh*%load to talk about on episode 42 of #WitchaBlackAds. This go ‘round we get into brunch boots and trucks, branded BS for Juneteenth, Beyoncé re-redefining the album rollout, and much more. Tap in on YouTube and click that subscribe button while you're at it! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads Watch the Vodcast on YouTube

41. Hot Girl Walk?

May 20, 2022 17:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

Y’all… Life has been lifin’ but we’re back with Episode 41 of #WitchaBlackAds discussing a long list of recent Nike news, an update on Doja Cat’s Mexican Pizza work for Taco Bell, Ja Morant getting a few brand deal bags, and much more. Tap in on YouTube and click that subscribe button while you're at it! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads Watch the Vodcast on YouTube

40. 'Conversations Among Us'

April 21, 2022 14:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MB

In this episode we discussing Joe Fresh Goods’ recent New Balance collab, ScHoolboy Q repping for Tiger in his latest Nike spot, Telfar killing the social content game, and more. Check it out on YouTube and click that subscribe button while you're at it!  Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads Watch the Vodcast on YouTube

39. Fish Sammich

March 31, 2022 21:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MB

Rihanna puts A$AP to work, Ralph Lauren hits the AUC, Pusha-T drops a fish sandwich diss, - all that and more on Ep. 39 of #WitchaBlackAds Check it out on YouTube via the link in our bio and click that subscribe button while you're at it! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads Watch the Vodcast on Youtube

38. Mexican Pizza

March 16, 2022 22:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MB

We've been living life for the past few weeks, but like Soul II Soul said, back to life, back to reality. In episode 38 of #WitchaBlackAds! we get into Dapper Dan's "collab" with Gap, Doja Cat's non-jingle for Taco Bell, Melina Matsoukas's recent work for Calvin Klein, and more. Check it out on YouTube via the link in our bio and click that subscribe button while you're at it! Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads Watch the Vodcast on Youtube

37. Hateration, Holleration

February 02, 2022 16:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MB

It’s day 2 of BHM and with that comes a new episode of #WitchaBlackAds! ❤️🖤💚 This go round we get into HBCU athletes getting to the NIL bag, what to expect from the upcoming Super Bowl ads, new spots from the likes of LinkedIn and Dove, and much more. Head over to our Youtube. Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and let us know your thoughts in the comments. ✊🏾 Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads Watch the Vodcast on Youtube

37. Hateration, Holleration

February 02, 2022 16:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MB

It’s day 2 of BHM and with that comes a new episode of #WitchaBlackAds! ❤️🖤💚 This go round we get into HBCU athletes getting to the NIL bag, what to expect from the upcoming Super Bowl ads, new spots from the likes of LinkedIn and Dove, and much more. Head over to our Youtube. Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and let us know your thoughts in the comments. ✊🏾 Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads Watch the Vodcast on Youtube

36. "Give Us Our Things"

January 19, 2022 17:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

 A new year means new episodes of #WitchaBlackAds. Finally, right?! On Episode 36, we get into the February cover of British Vogue, Black content creators on TikTok, Kendrick’s Untitled “Comedy,” and much more. Head over to our Youtube. Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and let us know your thoughts in the comments. Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads Watch the Vodcast on Youtube

35. In the Case of Lil Nas X

November 17, 2021 23:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MB

I think we can all agree that SOMEONE on Lil Nas X’s team is a “marketing genius.” His next stunt? A real episode of Maury because why the hell not? Catch us discussing that, Mariah Carey for McDonald's, Astroworld, and more on Episode 35 of #WitchaBlackAds Check it out on YouTube via the link in below and click that subscribe button while you’re at it! Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads Watch the Vodcast on Youtube

34. Okay?!

November 03, 2021 18:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

This time around we’re talking about the final season of Insecure, Hottie Sauce, Facebook’s METAmorphosis, and more! Plus, Braunsy FINALLY gets on the board in Guess that Spokesperson! 🥳 Head over to our YouTube via the link in our bio to catch the full video or find us wherever you listen to podcasts. Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and let us know your thoughts in the comments. #WitchaBlackAds Check it out on YouTube via the link in below and click that subscribe button while you’re a...

33. Merchtainment

October 20, 2021 13:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MB

This go-round we talk about the mayhem caused the day Facebook, IG, and WhatsApp went down, TelfarTV and the “Merchtainment” phenomenon as dubbed by Highsnobiety, the major moment the WNBA is/has been having, and get into the story of St. Ides and their hip-hop driven campaigns of the 90s in our Black Ads History segment. Head over to our YouTube to catch the full video of Ep 33. Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and let us know your thoughts in the comments. #WitchaBlackAds Filmed and ed...

33. Merchtainment

October 20, 2021 13:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MB

This go-round we talk about the mayhem caused the day Facebook, IG, and WhatsApp went down, TelfarTV and the “Merchtainment” phenomenon as dubbed by Highsnobiety, the major moment the WNBA is/has been having, and get into the story of St. Ides and their hip-hop driven campaigns of the 90s in our Black Ads History segment. Head over to our YouTube to catch the full video of Ep 33. Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and let us know your thoughts in the comments. #WitchaBlackAds Filmed and ed...

32. Black Ads History

October 06, 2021 13:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

We’re back and better than ever! We introduce a new segment called Black Ads History diving deeper into important stories and conversations happening in the industry. We kick off the first one with the story of Emmett McBain, Chicago based graphic designer/art director known for his work in the 50s & 60s with some of the top Black-owned ad agencies of that era. This story also comes with a little surprise. (Hint: WE GOT MERCH!) Don’t fret! We’re still keeping your fave segments Above the ...

32. Black Ads History

October 06, 2021 13:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

We’re back and better than ever! We introduce a new segment called Black Ads History diving deeper into important stories and conversations happening in the industry. We kick off the first one with the story of Emmett McBain, Chicago based graphic designer/art director known for his work in the 50s & 60s with some of the top Black-owned ad agencies of that era. This story also comes with a little surprise. (Hint: WE GOT MERCH!) Don’t fret! We’re still keeping your fave segments Above the ...

31. Cannabis & Culture

June 26, 2021 17:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MB

For the final episode of this season, we sit down with @bigkika and @keekalator of @gorillarxwellness (what will be the first Black woman-owned dispensary in LA County!) to discuss the current cannabis landscape, social equity in the space, and how the industry is a path for generational wealth! View VodCast on @witchablackads

30. Existential Questions

June 05, 2021 17:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

What's going on with some of these "disrupter" brands? Do artist have actual album rollouts anymore? Will the French Open ever get their act together? We shake things up a bit posing a few questions for Episode 30 of #WitchaBlackAds View VodCast on @witchablackads

30. Existential Questions

June 05, 2021 17:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

What's going on with some of these "disrupter" brands? Do artist have actual album rollouts anymore? Will the French Open ever get their act together? We shake things up a bit posing a few questions for Episode 30 of #WitchaBlackAds View VodCast on @witchablackads

29. Aesthetic & Vibes

May 28, 2021 18:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MB

This week we discussed Naomi Osaka's off court wins, Kanye vs. Walmart beef, Travis Scott's views on marketing and branding, and much more! #WitchaBlackAds View VodCast on @witchablackads

28. The Audacity

April 28, 2021 14:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

On this episode we discuss Serena’s newly announced Amazon deal, Telfar being un-phased by the shenanigans, the difference in P&G’s and Cadillac’s new initiatives, and much more.  #WitchaBlackAds View VodCast on @witchablackads

28. The Audacity

April 28, 2021 14:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

On this episode we discuss Serena’s newly announced Amazon deal, Telfar being un-phased by the shenanigans, the difference in P&G’s and Cadillac’s new initiatives, and much more.  #WitchaBlackAds View VodCast on @witchablackads

26. WTF is an NFT?

March 31, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MB

This week on episode 26 we get into Jay-Z’s major moves with Tidal and Ace of Spades, Hot Girl Meg for Calvin Klein, the return of Ebony Magazine, and all the buzz around NFTs. #WitchaBlackAds 

27. Funny Money

March 31, 2021 23:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

This week we ask a few pressing questions: Are we loving Chloe x Halle serving face for Neutrogena? (Duh!) Will the Grammys ever give Beyonce ALL of her things?! Are the TV girls coming for the music game? & how did Kanye go from broke to billions so fast? 👀

25. Black People Inc.

March 06, 2021 00:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

After a much-needed break, and with a few days of Black History Month to spare, we are back for episode 25, marking the first anniversary of Witcha Black Ads. Catch our takes on the Icy Park drop, Issa Rae's many endeavors, and... Pearl Milling Company? #WitchaBlackAds View VodCast on @witchablackads

25. Black People Inc.

March 06, 2021 00:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

After a much-needed break, and with a few days of Black History Month to spare, we are back for episode 25, marking the first anniversary of Witcha Black Ads. Catch our takes on the Icy Park drop, Issa Rae's many endeavors, and... Pearl Milling Company? #WitchaBlackAds View VodCast on @witchablackads

Countdown

December 31, 2020 21:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MB

In this special edition episode we are discussing some of our favorite campaigns and marketing placements of the year! This is our top, and none are number 5. We also got a chance to speak with Alicia Bee and Shakyra Moore who are part of Virtue Worldwide's creative team and the creative minds behind on the Beats, 'Flex that Campaign'!  #WitchaBlackAds

Countdown

December 31, 2020 21:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MB

In this special edition episode we are discussing some of our favorite campaigns and marketing placements of the year! This is our top, and none are number 5. We also got a chance to speak with Alicia Bee and Shakyra Moore who are part of Virtue Worldwide's creative team and the creative minds behind on the Beats, 'Flex that Campaign'!  #WitchaBlackAds

24. All the Juice & All the Sauce ft. Nkrumah Farrar of CRWNMAG

December 31, 2020 01:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MB

We're closing out the year with one last episode featuring co-founder and creative director of @CRWNMAG , @kxngcrwn. Tune in as we talk about the importance of Black image makers, the shifts in the industry this year, creating Black spaces and much more! #WitchaBlackAds

23. Black Boy Fly ft. Joshua Renfroe

December 12, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 63.6 MB

This week on episode 23, we spoke with @joshuarenfroe_ about his BLACK BOY FLY project and Joshua’s journey from Tuskegee, Alabama to NYC as a Black creative. He also discusses working with Pharrell’s recently announced @blackambitionprize, a platform focused on uplifting Black and Latinx communities through entrepreneurship. #WitchaBlackAds View VodCast on @witchablackads or @teamepiphany IGTV! 

23. Black Boy Fly ft. Joshua Renfroe

December 12, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 63.6 MB

This week on episode 23, we spoke with @joshuarenfroe_ about his BLACK BOY FLY project and Joshua’s journey from Tuskegee, Alabama to NYC as a Black creative. He also discusses working with Pharrell’s recently announced @blackambitionprize, a platform focused on uplifting Black and Latinx communities through entrepreneurship. #WitchaBlackAds View VodCast on @witchablackads or @teamepiphany IGTV!