MI Podcast

Nikhil Kumar

A podcast for all things marketing and media related. Podcaster - Nikhil Kumar (https://linktr.ee/nikhilkumar.official) Podcast Socials - https://www.youtube.com/@ModernIntelligence1/ https://www.instagram.com/modernintelligence1/ https://www.facebook.com/modernintelligence1

  1. MI Podcast Ep 72 - Talent matchmaking in media industry feat. Jennyta S (Casting Director)

    08/16/2025

    MI Podcast Ep 72 - Talent matchmaking in media industry feat. Jennyta S (Casting Director)

    Episode 72 - MI PodcastNikhil Kumar (https://linktr.ee/nikhilkumar.official)Timestamps:00:00 - Precap 01:30 - Introduction 17:35 - What are the revenue channels for casting agencies? 26:15 - From your experience, what makes a celebrity the ‘right fit’ for a brand endorsement? Is it just about popularity (how do you measure it) or are there deeper alignment factors marketers should consider? 34:25 - How can marketing professionals work more effectively with casting directors and talent agencies during the planning stages of a campaign? 37:46 - What are some red flags or common mistakes marketers make when casting celebrities or influencers for a brand? 40:48 - With the constant rise of influencer marketing budgets & recruiting of digital talent, how has the casting process (for digital talent) evolved in the last 2-3 years? 46:18 - Can you walk us through a case where a casting decision significantly elevated a brand campaign or conversely, when a mismatch led to challenges? 49:53 - What is the role of social media in today’s casting process? 55:32 - What are the different revenue streams for an artist today? 59:42 - What are the best practices for an artist in order to optimize the volume of opportunities to get projects (an actor to get more roles, a singer to get more live shows etc.) 01:06:02 - How does Auditionify bring the recruiters & artists together in an efficient way which is mutually beneficial? 01:12:08 - ConclusionAuditionify - https://www.auditionify.com/Jennyta's Socials:https://www.linkedin.com/in/srushti-santosh-sawant-b28466102/ https://www.instagram.com/jenn__ethics/#marketing #media #casting #talentmanagement #nikhilkumarmarketing #mipodcast

    1h 18m
  2. MI Podcast Ep 70 - Marketing Psychology Trends 2025 feat. Komal Jain (Psychology Trainee)

    05/11/2025

    MI Podcast Ep 70 - Marketing Psychology Trends 2025 feat. Komal Jain (Psychology Trainee)

    Episode 70 - MI Podcast Nikhil Kumar (https://linktr.ee/nikhilkumar.official) Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:38 - Komal's Background 06:15 - Intrinsic qualities required to succeed as a psychologist 08:28 - The use of psychology in different fields 12:32 - Understanding consumer behavior in media consumption via psychology 21:19 - Assumptions about psychologists25:32 - Psychologists creating personal brands by addressing problems of different TGs 29:48 - Opportunities for phycologists in the market 37:47 - How has consumer psychology evolved in recent years and what major psychological shifts are shaping marketing in 2025? 50:14 - What are some emerging psychological triggers that brands can leverage to create stronger emotional connections with their audience? 59:18 - With growing digital fatigue, how can brands use psychology to capture and retain consumer attention more effectively? 01:03:32 - What role does hyper-personalization play in marketing psychology and how can brands use it without crossing privacy boundaries? 01:06:24 - How can sales related messaging be optimized from a psychological perspective? 01:15:06 - How to handle corporate office dynamics from a psychological perspective? 01:32:18 - Time management tips for working professionals 01:42:42 - How to rise above the victim culture in society?01:51:06 - Conclusion Komal's Socials: https://www.linkedin.com/in/komalfrfr/ https://www.youtube.com/@makeyourselfcomfortable_myc https://www.instagram.com/makeyourselfcomfortable_myc/ #marketing #media #psychology #consumerbehavior #nikhilkumarmarketing #mipodcast

    2h 1m
  3. 03/25/2025

    MI Podcast Ep 67 - Tips & Tricks to Successful Content Creation for the Digital World feat. Mudrika Kavadia (Writer)

    Episode 67 - MI Podcast Nikhil Kumar (https://linktr.ee/nikhilkumar.official) Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 24:48 - How important is storytelling in professional content and how can creators make their stories relatable on LinkedIn? 35:02 - How do you balance trend-driven content with evergreen posts to ensure long-term engagement? 39:03 - What are some actionable tips for increasing visibility and growing an audience organically on LinkedIn? 42:36 - Can you share your approach to crafting content that truly resonates, whether it's a LinkedIn post, a blog or a short video? 50:18 - What’s the most effective way to spark meaningful interactions with your followers through content? 58:19 - How can creators repurpose older content effectively without it feeling repetitive to their audience? 01:02:28 - What are some unconventional ways to overcome creative block and reignite your inspiration as a creator? 01:06:19 - What’s one mistake you see new content creators making and how can they avoid it? 01:13:07 - How do you approach planning your content calendar to stay organized and on top of trends? 01:16:53 - How do you measure the success of a piece of content - beyond likes and shares? 01:20:16 - Conclusion Mudrika's Socials: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudrikakavdia/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mudrikakavdia/ #marketing #media #contentcreation #socialmedia #nikhilkumarmarketing #mipodcast

    1h 28m
  4. MI Podcast Ep 66 - Digital Public Relations feat. Bhawna Kapoor (PR Consultant)

    11/04/2024

    MI Podcast Ep 66 - Digital Public Relations feat. Bhawna Kapoor (PR Consultant)

    Episode 66 - MI Podcast Nikhil Kumar (https://linktr.ee/nikhilkumar.official) Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 16:02 - How has the rise of digital media transformed the traditional role of PR in brand management? 27:06 - What are the key strategies for managing a brand’s reputation in the era of real-time news and social media? 34:58 - With influencers becoming key voices, how do you balance influencer relationships with traditional media in a modern PR strategy? 39:18 - How can brands leverage data analytics to drive more effective PR campaigns in the digital space? 43:23 - What are the best practices for crisis management in a world where negative news can go viral within minutes? 53:10 - What role does storytelling play in building media relationships and crafting impactful PR campaigns today? 58:42 - How do you approach the challenge of engaging multiple stakeholders across various digital platforms while maintaining a cohesive PR strategy? 01:03:46 - What metrics should senior marketers and PR professionals focus on to measure the success of digital PR efforts? 01:06:36 - How do you see emerging trends like AI and automation impacting the future of PR, particularly in brand reputation management? 01:08:16 - Image management 01:13:54 - Conclusion Bhawna's Socials: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhawnakapoor44/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bhawnakapoor44/ #marketing #media #digitalpr #influencermarketing #nikhilkumarmarketing #mipodcast

    1h 22m

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A podcast for all things marketing and media related. Podcaster - Nikhil Kumar (https://linktr.ee/nikhilkumar.official) Podcast Socials - https://www.youtube.com/@ModernIntelligence1/ https://www.instagram.com/modernintelligence1/ https://www.facebook.com/modernintelligence1