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Eavesdrop as Kai and Simeon bring the silo’d and uncomfortable conversations about diversity equity & inclusion in creative industries to the forefront, so everyone can participate. They'll say all the things you never hear in mixed company. Send advice, questions, share stories (good or bad) and suggestions at askmixedcompany@gmail.com
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We have been taught that there are certain topics you don't broach in "mixed company"-- but we don't like or follow this rule. By sharing news, our stories and the stories of others, we hope to give people a better sense of understanding multiracial identities and to create a new cultural lexicon to work with in talking about race with people of all races. Join the conversation by emailing inmixedcopodcast (at) gmail.com.
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Join us for our Brave Brands episode of The Advertising Club of NY presents Mixed Company Podcast! This episode celebrates Advertising Week and the annual Brave Brands celebration! We're diving into the amazing Grimace's Birthday campaign by Wieden + Kennedy and McDonald's. We can't wait to chat with our talented creatives & guests: Kelsey Heard, N…
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As Fashion Week took over New York City, we explored the intersection of marketing and fashion with industry leaders Nicolas Garcia (Garcias), Scott Lux (ESPRIT), and Olu Gbenga Obafemi (Uncommon Threads). Every brand is striving to keep up with the ever-changing consumer demands, so we're decoding the latest trends and uncovering how these two pow…
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The Advertising Club of New York and the Mixed Company Podcast are partners for 2024! This collaboration aims to bring together the best of both worlds - the expertise of the Advertising Club and the engaging content of the Mixed Company Podcast. In a time when digital innovation is transforming every aspect of our lives, it's no surprise that our …
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Generation Z, also known as Gen-Z, refers to individuals born between 1997 and 2012. As this generation becomes increasingly influential in the market, it's crucial for businesses to understand their behavior and preferences to effectively reach and engage with them.In partnership with the Advertising Club of NY, we delve into the latest trends in …
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In October of 2023 Burrell Communications announced it was officially under new leadership. Boldly boasting a remarkable acquisition by the Black-owned private equity firm FVLCRUM Partners and Channing Johnson, a Los Angeles attorney at Loeb & Loeb, through his investment company View Park Capital. As apart of this leadership shift, Tara DeVeaux, f…
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Jason P. Chambers’ new book 'Advertising Revolutionary: The Life and Work of Tom Burrell' spotlights the ad exec's influence on the industry's approach to marketing to Black Americans. He joined us to give insight into why he chose to highlight Burrell and why the book is important for this generation of advertisers.…
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Join us for a special edition of the Advertising Club of New York's "Mixed Company" podcast, recorded live at the esteemed 60th International Andy Awards. This episode brings together a powerhouse lineup of creative leaders, including Tiffany Rolfe (R/GA), Rafael Pitanguy (VML), Shannon Washington (Gotham), Lewis Williams (Weber Shandwick), and PJ …
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The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion landscape is shifting. There are laws prohibiting it and C-suites minimizing it. What does all of this mean for historically marginalized groups? We're joined by Micheline Grace Lewis & Tope Ajala to take a closer look at how far we've come since the 2008 Madison Ave Lawsuit, Times Up Advertising in 2016, and th…
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Intentional Power: The 6 Essential Leadership Skills for Triple Bottom Line Impact explores how the transition from shareholder capitalism to stakeholder capitalism has created an urgent need for a new model of leadership; a model that enables leaders to navigate competing demands from both internal and external stakeholders including the most raci…
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On this episode, we're discussing the latest trends in advertising that are expected to dominate the industry by 2024, with Rick Song; President, Brand Innovators Strategy Group & Board Chair Emeritus of the Advertising Club of NY and Enas Hassan; Program Manager of the International ANDY AWARDS. Advertising has always been an ever-evolving field, …
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A Dose of Black Joy & Caffeine was established in 2020 when numerous Black executives & business leaders were asked to have discussions about diversity, equity, and inclusion. Adu, the host of the podcast, noticed that these conversations often neglected to celebrate the individual and instead focused solely on Black trauma. Adu (AdAge 40 Under 40 …
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Kareem Hayes is an Screenwriter, Author, and Actor who has sold over 150,000 books independently. As his new independent film Necessary Evil is making its way through the film festival circuit, Kareem joins us to talk about the art of storytelling independently, how he's making a way for the next generation, and why authentic stories matter.…
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Seven years ago, we dropped our first episode, The Miseducation of Diversity [highly recommend re-listening with the link below], and a lot has changed, but many things have remained the same regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion within creative industries. So, we're talking about the state of DEI in a post 'George Floyd Economy', while reflec…
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Kat Gordon is back on the pod! A few weeks ago, Kat, the founder of the 3% Movement, released a Substack article, The Rise of Introverts. In her article, Kat outlines how leadership in corporations has historically over-indexed with extroverts, but the future will see a lot of shared traits among introverts being in demand because they will fuel in…
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Mixed Company Podcast was started in 2016 to speak the unfiltered truth of mid-level professionals to those in power. For over 100 podcasts, Kai, Karinna, and Simeon covered topics that advocated for people who have been historically othered because of their identities. Now, as they’ve in advanced stages in their careers, they’re handing the mics t…
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We're bizaaack. We're in a season of "Nevermind, I'm good". Historically excluded talent are making choices about their careers that are setting precedents for retention that can't be ignored. We're catching up and talking about Nikole Hannah-Jones, Sha'carri Richardson, Zoe Scaman, Juvenile, Mannie Fresh, and more. Pull up.…
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Defund to Refund is an initiative founded by Huge to help Americans rethink public safety. Through a story-based platform that illustrates the human cost of over-policing, they're on a mission to redirect resources to build safer, healthier communities. We spoke to few members of the Defund to Refund team: Fuming Cao, Justin Anderson-Weber, Brandon…
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Hate against Asian American Pacific Islander communities has risen during the COVID-19 pandemic. The best strategy to #StopAsianHate is to arm everyone with the right information to spark empathy and action. Strategy Director Stephanie Rickards joins us to discuss her ongoing research to combat Asian stereotypes in the media.…
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Influencer Marketing is a Billion Dollar business making careers for content creators & cultural voices. Now, more than ever, representation and education in this area amongst brand leaders & talent can be the difference between getting played or getting paid. Tiffany Hardin, founder of Gild Creative Group, is making sure that the partnerships betw…
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2020 Part Two is working overtime, so we're talking about a few things. AdAge has still not held themselves accountable for their negative CMO "prediction" about Bozoma Saint John--50+ days and counting--shout out to Gary J. Nix. And, working from home has amplified the effects of toxic people and work cultures, so we're solution venting our way to…
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It's been six months since brands and agencies made promises for real equality, and everyone who considers themselves an ally in the movement for Black lives posted black squares. Not much has changed or improved in the industry. We're no longer talking about what they need to do--we're talking about what we can do for ourselves.This week's Ain't S…
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More than 85% of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs) are unemployed in integrated positions, despite their ability or willingness to work. Laurel Rossi, co-founder of Creative Spirit, the first global organization to create integrated employment for neurodiverse individuals, joined us to talk about their mission.Dope Shit…
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On August 3rd, we had a conversation with Nathan Young and Bennett D. Bennett, founders of 600 & Rising, to address concerns from its Black signatories. It is an insightful discussion that should be listened to through the lens of *Community Accountability. Since the episode was recorded Nathan Young resigned from the organization and they're in th…
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There's been an uptick in critiques about what the advertising industry is doing to address its lack of diversity and inclusion, and the fostering of inequitable spaces. But without solutions, these critiques come off as tone-deaf and problematic. We discuss our format of Solution Venting and why it's essential to the industry's evolution. We also …
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There are a lot of people who are focused on the future of creatives of color right now in media. The emphasis is on reskilling and upskilling for the jobs that are available now--not tomorrow. Cinema Director/ DP and Media Specialist Stephen Small-Warner joined us to talk about we should be focused on in media and culture to thrive in the near fut…
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Four years ago, we recorded an episode in the midst of the Ferguson uprising. Minimal outward support was given to Black employees and from brands then. This time, as America lives through an unrest, there's an outpouring. We're unpacking how corporations need to show up for Black lives.De către Mixed Company
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For 55 years the International ANDY awards have been known as the most sought-after awards for creative excellence in advertising. This Friday they're reviving their original category, The Pop Choice Award, and giving the power to the creative community to decide. The Andy Awards' Assoc. Director Ariel Blakeman joins us to give us the details. Vote…
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Robert Wong has the kind of résumé most creatives dream of--he's been honored as a Master of Design by Fast Company, named one of 50 Most Influential Designers in America, has exhibited at the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum and MoMA, and he is one of the 2019 ADCOLOR/ONE CLUB CREATIVE 🏆 Winners. Listen to a design giant.…
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