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In this episode, Phil and Nadia reflect on a busy year filled with events, cultural experiences, and personal anecdotes. From the snow of the Austrian mountains, to the drizzle of London's streets and the baking heat of Madrid, Phil and Nadia relive some of the fondest moments from a year full of exciting events.Enjoy this end of year reflection and stay tuned for a host of new announcements when we return in the new year.Happy Holidays!- Phil & NadiaThis episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

In this special episode of The Digital Distillery Podcast, in partnership with HORIZONT and Obsession, host and Executive Producer Nadia Koski takes you back to the stunning 2024 HORIZONT Snowmasters event in Lech Zürs, Austria. This unforgettable three-day gathering brought together top minds in tech, tourism, media and marketing for a unique mix of skiing, snowboarding, and inspiring conversations.From cozy fireside chats exploring cutting-edge campaigns to candid “Slope Talks” in the snow, the event was a perfect blend of professional insights and alpine adventure. Looking ahead, HORIZONT Snowmasters 2025 promises to be even more exciting. We’ll be coming back to you live from Lech Zürs March 27–30, 2025, with a very special Digital Distillery event on March 28th.Tune in to relive the magic from this year’s event, get inspired, and prepare for another unforgettable experience. We’ll see you on the slopes!Listen to the Women Lead Podcast Live from HORIZONT Snowmasters episode with exclusive interviews with Verena Grundel, Sara Emmerich, and Maud Schock.Connect with:Isabelle von Medinger, Company owner and managing director of Medinger Consulting AgencyJennyfer Hümmer, Manager at ANY EVER, the Audio ExpertsKim-Laura Wieland, Manager Sponsorships & Cooperations at WIRmachenDRUCKLena Schlegel, Founder & CEO at Seadster Eva-Maria Schmidt, Editor-in-chief, HORIZONTChristine Fuchs, Publishing Director, HORIZONTJewgeni Patrouchev, Senior Tourism and MICE Representative Central and Eastern Europe at PROCOLOMBIAMatthias Girlich, CEO Gravity3Learn more about the HORIZONT Snowmasters 2025 editionObsession - Germany’s Top Event AgencyDiscover Lech Zürs, Austria Discover Hotel MontanaThis episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

On this episode of Green About Media, we sit down with Tim Collier, UK & Northern Europe Head at Scope3.We dive into discusses the evolving landscape of sustainability in digital advertising. Tim shares insights on the industry's growing awareness of environmental challenges, the importance of collaboration, and the role of generative AI in shaping sustainable practices. W ee talk about the need for industry standards and the significance of making sustainability a core part of marketing strategies. Tim also provides advice for individuals looking to engage in sustainability efforts within their organisations.Links:Connect with Tim on LinkedinScope3 SolutionsThis episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

On this episode of Green About Media, Michael Hanbury-Williams shares his journey from a traditional advertising role to becoming the Managing Director of Greenbids, an AI company focused on sustainability in digital advertising. He discusses the importance of integrating environmental responsibility into the advertising industry, the role of AI in optimising media efficiency, and the successes Greenbids has achieved in reducing carbon emissions while enhancing campaign performance. Michael discusses the need for collaboration and connection among professionals in the sustainability space and offers advice for those looking to make a similar transition in their careers.Connect with Michael on LinkedInThis episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

Welcome back for Part 2 of our fantastic recent Vienna event. Nadia Koski is back with the second wave of exclusive interviews from The Digital Distillery.On today's show we hear from:Milan Vidovic from GroupMMaresa Wolkenstein from COPEAndreas Grasel from AdformCarina Kaiser from SlopeLiftThat will wrap up our actual events for the year but we will have plenty more coming on this channel in the coming weeks. Stay Tuned!This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

Hello and welcome back to another episode of The Digital Distillery Podcast.Today on the show, Executive Producer Nadia Koski takes listener to the Ottakringer Brewery in the heart of Vienna, bringing you the first 5 exclusive interviews from the event. Guests on todays episode include:Maximilian Schrems - Founder of NOYBStefan Huber - Chief Operating Officer, Content GardenChristian Kneil - Deputy Editor in Chief at Austrian Press AgencyBernhard Brückl - Head of Sales and Business Solutions at Laola 1Nicola Dietrich - COPEThis episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

Hello and welcome back to The Digital Distillery Podcast. Host Phil McDowell is excited today to bring you a new episode from our first TDD event in London.Held in the stunning historical Hippodrome Casino, smack bang in the middle of the city, the event was a cracker, with heavy-hitting topics mixed with a lick of casino-themed fun.Throughout the day Phil got to hold exclusive interviews with key speakers from the stage including:Seb Royce - Chief Brand and Communications Officer at ReWire EarthHannah Marshall - Head of Performance Activation at KinessoRob Webster - Founder of TAU Marketing Solutions Claude Spasevski - SVP Data & Retail Media at EquativThis episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

Hello everyone!We’re thrilled to kick off our September tour with stops in Vienna, Berlin, and—making its debut—London, baby!Tune into our exciting teaser to give you a sneak peek of what’s in store for The Digital Distillery London taking place on Wednesday, September 25th at the historic Hippodrome Casino in Leicester Square. There will be inspiring discussions, industry insights, and networking opportunities that could be yours to experience.This isn’t just another conference—it’s an exclusive, invite-only gathering designed for those who are serious about staying ahead in digital media. With only 100 spots available, attending this event means you’ll be part of an elite group of industry leaders, engaging in candid discussions and gaining insights you won’t find anywhere else.Don’t miss your chance to be part of this incredible event. Check out the teaser and learn more about what awaits you in London!Learn more about how you can attend the event.This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

Welcome back to The Digital Distillery Podcast. On this episode I got to meet 5 of the key speakers from our recent Madrid event and talk all about 2 of the most important topics in digital marketing at the moment: Attention & Sustainability.I hope you enjoy and you can check out our guests:Benito MarínFrancesc Pumarola CampenyPedro Manzanares PerladoAndrea CaporlinguaLuca BrighentiLinks & Further Reading:The Garden of Earthly DelightsAttention Span of a GoldfishYour Eco PlanThis episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

Welcome to The Digital Distillery Podcast, where in this episode, we transport you to the illustrious Delphi Showpalast Theatre, taking the Digital Distillery home again for only the second time to Germany, this time in Hamburg.As the curtains rise, our esteemed guests take center stage, each bringing their unique perspectives and insights to the forefront of the conversation. First up, we have Natalia Hilgers of Equativ, whose innovative solutions are shaping the landscape of responsible media consumption. Next, we welcome Anna-Lena Mikoteit-Zerb, a trailblazer in sustainable digital advertising, whose work with the Sustainable Digital Advertising Lab promises to revolutionise the way we approach marketing in the digital age. Through her lens, we uncover the intersection of technology, sustainability, and ethical advertising practices.And last but certainly not least, we are honored to be joined by Kerstin Niederauer-Kopf, the visionary CEO of AGF Videoforschung, whose expertise shines a spotlight on the challenges facing the increasingly fragmented media industry in Germany.Throughout the episode, the stage is alive with the energy of intellectual exchange and thought-provoking discourse. From the grandeur of the Delphi Showpalast Theatre to the depths of our discussions on AI and responsible media, this episode embodies a theatrical tone and vibe that captivates the senses and stimulates the mind.Join us  as we navigate the convergence of technology, ethics, and creativity in the digital age. For further engagement, questions, or ideas, reach out to us at podcast@the-digital-distillery.com or visit our website's contact page. And for an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse of our time at the Delphi Showpalast Theatre, be sure to check out our recap video.Until next time, embrace the drama of innovation and let your imagination soar in the digital distillery of possibilities.This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

Welcome back to The Digital Distillery Podcast where we finally get to kick off our event season for 2024 and boy did we hit the ground running.If you missed part 1 of the episode do go and check that out first!This episode of the podcast saw the team and I head deep into the Austrian mountains in Gurgl Ötztal where the Digital Distillers took to the stage to talk all about Sustainability, AI, Employer Branding, Data Ethics’s and so much more.There was so much even that we couldn’t even fit it into 1 day and so hosted the event over two, both at the top and the bottom of the stunning Timmelsjoch Valley.Join me as we head to day 2 of the event with interviews from some of the days key speakers.You can check out our guests here:Sabine Hodgson - Speed U UpReinhard Lanner - St Elmo’s TourismJuergen Schmidt - Content GardenAnd if you want to see what the venues and the landscape actually looked like you can check out this great recap video the video team came up.Recap VideoAs always do get in touch with any questions or ideas at podcast@the-digital-distillery.com or go to the contact page on the website. This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

Welcome back to The Digital Distillery Podcast where we finally get to kick off our event season for 2024 and boy did we hit the ground running. This episode of the podcast saw the team and I head deep into the Austrian mountains in Gurgl Ötztal where the Digital Distillers took to the stage to talk all about Sustainability, AI, Employer Branding, Data Ethics’s and so much more. There was so much even that we couldn’t even fit it into 1 day and so hosted the event over two, both at the top and the bottom of the stunning Timmelsjoch Valley. Join me as we head to day 1 of the event with interviews from some of the days key speakers and day 2 will be hot on its heels with a seperate ep coming shortly. You can check out our guests here:Benedikt Streb - Brand MattersMarkus Bischof - P8Julien Chabert - BROIDRAnd if you want to see what the venues and the landscape actually looked like you can check out this great recap video the video team came up. Recap VideoAs always do get in touch with any questions or ideas at podcast@the-digital-distillery.com or go to the contact page on the website. This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

A special holiday season poem for ShowHeroes and the Digital Distillery teamWe will be back for another season of the show next year when the event season gets up and running then. Until then, enjoy you holidays time off and the company of your loved ones.Thanks for coming on this journey with us for another year.Your Truly,PhilThis episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

The Digital Distillery took to the hills this month and found itself in the beautiful mountain city of Innsbruck Austria.In this episode we talk about Sustainable Tourism, Content Overload, Modern Influencers and Cookies as we hear from head of marketing for Tyrol Advertising Patricio Hetfleish, Sustainability expert Katrin Erben, sonicboom CEO Maxamillian Schwinghammer, Maven Founder Alina Heiner, and St. Elmo's Tourism Media Planning Director Andreea Dumitru.You can listen to the full interviews with the women of the day on the latest episode of Nadia Koski's Women Lead.This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

DMEXCO 2023 is a wrap and by all accounts it was a huge success.The Show Heroes booth was constantly packed to gills helped by the attraction of our partners Cedara's carbon emissions calculator where people could come and measure the emissions of their campaigns ON THE SPOT!The wine tasting from 'The Wine Guys' may have helped too.Check out our audio recap of the event and some of the topical highlights in this special DMEXCO episode of The Digital Distillery Podcast.Further Reading:State of CTVthe anatomy of hype and how to connect with gen twitchFashion goes digitalThis episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

The podcast network is just about 1 year old and to celebrate, Executive Producer Nadia Koski and myself sat down for a casual catchup and reflection session as we both prepare for some time off before heading back into the thick of things in September.This episode will feature absolutely no hard hitting digital marketing learnings, but instead you will learn a bit about the team behind it, and the story of how it came to be. The podcast will be back late September live in Cologne from DMEXCO, followed by Digital Distillery events in Innsbruck, Berlin, Milan and London.This episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

Welcome to today's episode of The Digital Distillery Podcast where we are joined by CEO & Founder of Attention Measurement company Adelaide, Marc Guldimann where he gives us some valuable insight:Different metrics measure different things, and no single metric can tell you the whole story. For example, click-through rate (CTR) is a good metric for measuring the visibility of your ads, but it doesn't tell you anything about how engaged people are.He also talks about how optimising for any one metric can get you some pretty strange and non-useful results. The best way to avoid this is to use a variety of metrics and to understand the goals of each metric. This will help you make informed decisions about how to optimise your campaigns for the best results.Here are some additional tips Marc discusses for using metrics to measure the effectiveness of digital marketing campaigns:Set clear goals for your campaigns. This will help you determine which metrics are most important to track.Use a variety of metrics to get a complete picture of your campaigns' performance.Understand the goals of each metric so that you can optimise your campaigns accordingly.Track your metrics over time so that you can see how your campaigns are performing.Make adjustments to your campaigns based on your findings.Links and Further Reading: Green About Media interview with Harvin Gupta from Scope 3Carl's Junior Ad ScandalsThis episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

Welcome to the latest episode of The Digital Distillery Podcast, where we dive deep into the  surprisingly not at all dull world of  advertising standards. In this episode, we unravel the origins of advertising standards, exploring their crucial role in shaping the digital media and advertising landscape. We go over the IAB's new ad portfolio and have a look at how the standards look todayBut what happens when companies neglect to adhere to these standards?  Who suffers?And what about when it is the industry's biggest name that's accused of shirking their own standards?Listen to find out!References & Further Reading:The Digital Distillery Ep on Ad FraudIAB - New portfolio guidelinesBlog - IAB Tech Lab's controversial definition of instream vs outstreamHistory of Advertising StandardsAdalytics Report Blog - Why are IAB standards importantBlog - Instream vs Outstream AdsGoogles ResponseThis episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

The Digital Distillery Tour continues with this recap of the latest Digital Distilliery event as we transport you to the vibrant city of Madrid, Spain. In collaboration with the German/Spanish Chamber of Commerce, The Digital Distillery hosted this event that brought together the unique strengths of the Spanish and German digital media and advertising markets. The goal? To bolster Europe's position as a serious player in the ever-evolving landscape of digital media and advertising.Under the sunny Madrid sky, we were privileged to hear from a diverse lineup of esteemed keynote speakers hailing from Spain and Germany as they shared valuable insights on a range of thought-provoking topics including the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital media, exploring more ways in which AI is reshaping the industry and paving the way for innovative advancements.Another crucial theme that emerged was the responsibility of media companies in reducing carbon emissions. The speakers shed light on the significant role that media organisations  can play in curbing environmental impact and offered insights into sustainable practices and initiatives.Additionally, we delved into the power of new attention measurement tools, examining how these tools can drive more effective ad campaigns. By minimizing wasted impressions, these campaigns not only enhance advertising efficacy but also contribute to reducing the carbon footprint associated with digital advertising.Join us as we reflect on another colourful event done and dusted on The Digital Distillery Podcast.Featured SpeakersAI:- Benjamin Bunte, Managing Director of Pilot Ignite- José Antonio Martínez Aguilar, CEO Making ScienceResponsible Media:- Reyes Justribó Ferrer, Managing Director IAB Spain- Lisa Vieweg, BVDW Lab Sustainable Digital Advertising & Strategic Partner Lead, Google.Attention:- Gerardo Mariñas, CEO SERVICEPLAN- Jon Artolozaga, Director Intelligence Data & Analytics / GroupMThis episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner

Welcome to another exciting episode of The Digital Distillery Podcast. In this event recap episode, we transport you to the captivating city of Paris, where we brought The Digital Distillery to the enchanting and historical venue, Le Shack.First and foremost, we delve into the unique atmosphere and vibrancy of Paris, discussing the indescribable feeling of being immersed in the city's charm and culture. From the picturesque streets to the mouthwatering cuisine, we capture the essence of this remarkable location and how it added a touch of magic to 'The Digital Distillery' event.In this episode, we check out topics discussed at the event from regenerative media,  the dynamic world of connected TV (CTV) in the French market, and transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in media and marketing. We also experienced first-hand the fascinating field of attention measurement through new eye-tracking hardware from Tobii.A big thanks to our sponsors, Double Verify, Equative and Audion whose support made The Digital Distillery in Paris possible. Join us as we embark on a virtual journey to Paris and immerse ourselves in the electrifying world of digital media and marketing. Tune in to this captivating episode filled with inspiration, valuable insights, and the unique allure of the City of Light.Oh, and if you want to hear more from the live due Matild who performed at the event, you can check out their music hereThis episode is brought to you as always by The Digital Distillery.If you would like to get in touch with us you can head to our website or email podcast@the-digital-distillery.comYou can follow us on:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInWritten, Produced & Engineered by Phil McDowellExecutive Producer: Nadia KoskiProject Leads: Dennis Kirschner