Speaking Human

Today on Speaking Human, we augment our reality and roam the earth hunting for monsters like Sandshrew, Weedle and Psyduck, along with the answer to the vital question: How in the name of Pikachu did Pokémon Go become a global craze? Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

Today on Speaking Human, we drive into the future of bold and electric branding by looking at the rapid acceleration of Tesla Motors. Buckle up your brand because this podcast is about to give you a jolt of inspiration! Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We growl and howl like Wookiees as we watch a mom in a Chewbacca mask go viral, take over the galaxy, and give Kohl's enough free marketing to fill a Star Destroyer. Charge up your bowcaster because this podcast’s about to get hairy! Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We squat with a mystical unicorn who teaches us about proper pooping technique as well as a few lessons for marketing around taboo topics... Grab your roll of Charmin because this podcast is headed to the john! Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We predict the movies that will bank the most money at the box office this summer. Strap on your proton pack and fire up the USS Enterprise because we’re about to project your cinematic future… Whoa. Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We talk with Jacob Farrar, Director of The Taylor Institute for Direct Marketing at the University of Akron, about some of the interesting things they’re doing at the Taylor Institute and how today’s colleges and universities are helping shape the next generation of marketers. Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We flap through ten years of tweets filled with millions of hashtags, memes and Bieber references to pinpoint the past, present and future impact of a little bird called Twitter... And we're going to do it all in 140 characters or less! Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We stay thirsty with the “most interesting man in the world” as we revisit one of the past decade’s most successful marketing campaigns. We don’t always record podcasts, but when we do it’s Speaking Human... Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We connected with Kelley through Twitter as a result of our recent podcast episode (Episode #53) spotlighting the Jeep brand. Kelley at that time was doing her own marketing effort involving Jeep and we wanted to talk to her and learn a little more about what it's like to work in the voiceover world and explore the unique and unorthodox approach she has taken to market her voiceover business. Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We announce the champion of our Emoji Marketing Madness Bracket and reward them with a trophy, a crown, and a gold medal… in beautiful emoji format! Bust out your Japanese ogre red devil face because this competition's about to get heated! Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We march through faces crying tears of joy, pizza slices, and piles of poo to crown the champion of our Emoji Marketing Madness Bracket. Bust out your screaming cat face cause this one could come down to the wire! Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We hop in the Wrangler and head off road to shine a spotlight on Jeep as the brand celebrates its 75th anniversary. Pop off the top and rip off the doors because this podcast is ready to ride! Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We tackle the big game to tell you which brands dominated the digital playing field when it came to building early buzz for their ads. Go deep and get ready to catch our picks for the best pre-game advertising of Super Bowl 50! Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We peer into Periscope to give you a glimpse of the popular new social platform and explore the value of live streaming as a marketing tool. Open your ears and prepare your eyes because we’re going scoping! Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We freeze, chill and serve our thoughts on the coolest things to come out of 2015. Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We sharpen our scissors, grab our cable boxes, cut off all the cords, and stare at our screens to get a picture of the future outlook for cable companies and TV advertising... Don’t touch that dial because Speaking Human starts now! Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We use the force to force our bodies to sit through an endless array of new marketing efforts incorporating a Star Wars theme while pondering the epic question: Is it ever a good idea to jump on the marketing bandwagon? Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We get googly-eyed over a cardboard contraption that allows us to take a peak into a different reality. Will this new virtual world change the future of marketing, or will we just look like fools with boxes on our faces? Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We hack our way through USA Network’s clever giveaway to promote the show “Mr. Robot”. Grab your rootkit, honeypot and encryption codes and get ready for the social marketing revolution! Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.

We share our scattered thoughts on this year’s Cannes Lions award winners. Get ready to hear our roar because this podcast cannot be tamed! Get show notes for this episode and check out past episodes of the Speaking Human podcast by visiting thinkmonsters.com/speakinghuman.