Obala: Marketing & Culture

Obala

This is the Obala podcast where we discuss all things marketing, data, information, thought processes and a diverse view on culture and how marketing comes together.

  1. 04/05/2025

    The Power of Sports Icons in Branding

    The conversation delves into the influence of sports icons on branding and marketing in football, particularly focusing on the evolution of football boots and the missed opportunities by brands like Puma and Nike. The speakers discuss how athletes inspire young fans and the importance of product quality and storytelling in marketing strategies.00:00 Nike's Return to Roots: A Marketing Revival00:28 The Impact of Iconic Athletes on Brand Identity03:38 Puma's Struggles and Opportunities in Football07:50 The Importance of Product Quality in Brand Success13:12 Missed Opportunities: Branding and Storytelling in Football‬⁠-----------------------------We started a podcast to represent a different aesthetic and perspective for the marketing expert - Join us as we look at how marketing is used by businesses, brands and creators we have a personal interest in - discussing whats happening right now in the world of marketing. OBALA Marketing We Help Businesses Grow, Manage and Engage Online Audiences---------------------If you’re looking to grow your online audience, create and deliver engaging marketing campaigns and understand marketing performance, we can help, so let’s have a chat!Contact us here: www.obala.uk📱Follow Us On Social:--------------------Instagram OBALA_Marketing: / obala_marketing Ade: / ade_sov Kush: / kaydotu TikTok www.tiktok.com/@obalamarketingLinkedinAde: / ade-abiose-a-28450960 Kush: / kushdu Newsletters: Get your regular dose of marketing advice and insights--------------------📈 Weekly Marketing Insights Directly To Your Inbox from Kush: https://kurrent.substack.com--------------------🎥 Bi-Weekly marketing reviews, case studies and insights from Ade: https://shareofvoice14.substack.com

    15 min
  2. 03/31/2025

    Jordan killed Nike: How over saturation ended Nike dominance

    In this conversation, Kush and Ade discuss the evolution of Nike as a brand, particularly in relation to its collaborations with Jordan and the impact of consultants on its direction. He highlights the over saturation of Jordan products and the shift towards casual ism in fashion, emphasizing the need for Nike to innovate and adapt to changing consumer preferences. The discussion also touches on the competitive landscape with Adidas and New Balance, and the importance of maintaining brand identity amidst external pressures.‬⁠-----------------------------We started a podcast to represent a different aesthetic and perspective for the marketing expert - Join us as we look at how marketing is used by businesses, brands and creators we have a personal interest in - discussing whats happening right now in the world of marketing. OBALA Marketing We Help Businesses Grow, Manage and Engage Online Audiences---------------------If you’re looking to grow your online audience, create and deliver engaging marketing campaigns and understand marketing performance, we can help, so let’s have a chat!Contact us here: www.obala.uk📱Follow Us On Social:--------------------Instagram OBALA_Marketing: / obala_marketing Ade: / ade_sov Kush: / kaydotu TikTok www.tiktok.com/@obalamarketingLinkedinAde: / ade-abiose-a-28450960 Kush: / kushdu Newsletters: Get your regular dose of marketing advice and insights--------------------📈 Weekly Marketing Insights Directly To Your Inbox from Kush: https://kurrent.substack.com--------------------🎥 Bi-Weekly marketing reviews, case studies and insights from Ade: https://shareofvoice14.substack.com

    12 min
  3. 03/10/2025

    Sustainability in fashion: Here for the long haul w/ Rikesh Chauhan

    In the final part of our conversation with Rikesh, we delve into the evolving landscape of fashion, particularly focusing on fast fashion's sustainability challenges and the growing consumer awareness around ethical practices with  @RKZUK  . We discuss the importance of brand heritage and authenticity in fashion branding, contrasting Italian and English tailoring traditions. We wrapped up the discussion with life's most important questions - what would you take to a desert island? Follow Rikesh here: 🌍 Website - [https://rkzuk.com/](https://rkzuk.com/) 📸 Instagram - [@rkzuk]( / rkzuk ) 🎥 YouTube - [`@rkzuk]( / @rkzuk ) 💼 LinkedIn - [Rikesh Chauhan]( / rikeshchauhan ) Chapters00:00 Fast Fashion vs. Sustainable Choices05:10 Brand Heritage and Authenticity07:08 Tailoring Preferences: Italian vs. English09:40 Key Elements of a Good Suit13:00 Desert Island Luxury ItemsWe started a podcast to represent a different aesthetic and perspective for the marketing expert - Join us as we look at how marketing is used by businesses, brands and creators we have a personal interest in - discussing whats happening right now in the world of marketing. OBALA Marketing We Help Businesses Grow, Manage and Engage Online Audiences---------------------If you’re looking to grow your online audience, create and deliver engaging marketing campaigns and understand marketing performance, we can help, so let’s have a chat!Contact us here: www.obala.uk📱Follow Us On Social:--------------------Instagram OBALA_Marketing: / obala_marketing Ade: / ade_sov Kush: / kaydotu TikTok www.tiktok.com/@obalamarketingLinkedinAde: / ade-abiose-a-28450960 Kush: / kushdu Newsletters: Get your regular dose of marketing advice and insights--------------------📈 Weekly Marketing Insights Directly To Your Inbox from Kush: https://kurrent.substack.com--------------------🎥 Bi-Weekly marketing reviews, case studies and insights from Ade: https://shareofvoice14.substack.com-------------------#luxurymenswear #photography #pittiuomo #savilerow #menswear #aiinfashion #fashionindustry #creativity

    16 min
  4. 03/02/2025

    Photography & fashion: A journey of creativity w/ Rikesh Chauhan

    In this conversation, Rikesh Chauhan shares his journey from photography to writing, discussing how his experience at Turnbull and Asser led him into luxury menswear. He explores the role of social media in heritage fashion, the significance of Pitti Uomo, and how events shape the menswear industry. Rikesh also reflects on the intersection of music and fashion, how personal expression drives creativity, and the future of AI in journalism and storytelling. Follow Rikesh here: 🌍 Website - [https://rkzuk.com/](https://rkzuk.com/) 📸 Instagram - [@rkzuk](  / rkzuk  ) 🎥 YouTube - [`@rkzuk](   / @rkzuk  ) 💼 LinkedIn - [Rikesh Chauhan](  / rikeshchauhan  ) Welcome to the Marketing & Culture Podcast 🎙️ We created this podcast to bring a fresh aesthetic and perspective to the marketing world. Join us as we explore how marketing is used by businesses, brands, and creators we have a personal interest in—discussing what’s happening right now in the industry. About OBALA Marketing 🚀 We help businesses grow, manage, and engage their online audiences. If you’re looking to:✅ Grow your online presence✅ Create and deliver engaging marketing campaigns✅ Understand marketing performance Let’s chat! Contact us here: 🌍 ⁠www.obala.uk⁠ 📱 Follow Us on Social 🔹 Instagram: ⁠OBALA Marketing⁠⁠Ade⁠⁠Kush⁠🔹 TikTok: ⁠OBALA Marketing⁠🔹 LinkedIn: ⁠Ade Abiose⁠⁠Kush Unadkat⁠📩 Subscribe to Our Newsletters for Exclusive Marketing Insights 📈 Weekly insights & trends from Kush: ⁠Kurrent Newsletter⁠🎥 Bi-weekly case studies & deep dives from Ade: ⁠Share of Voice⁠

    18 min
  5. 02/21/2025

    Stormzy & McDonald's Bad Timing! Another Sabrina Carpenter Coffee! HOKA Leading Run Culture!

    In this conversation, Ade and Kush discuss various marketing campaigns and brand collaborations, focusing on Cadbury's recent viral campaign and its competition with Tony Chocoloney. They critique the effectiveness of celebrity endorsements, particularly Stormzy's partnership with McDonald's, and explore Hoka's community engagement strategy. The discussion also touches on the trend of brands crowdsourcing ideas from the public, questioning whether this practice is innovative or exploitative.Welcome to the Marketing & Culture Podcast------------------------------We started a podcast to represent a different aesthetic and perspective for the marketing expert - Join us as we look at how marketing is used by businesses, brands and creators we have a personal interest in - discussing whats happening right now in the world of marketing. OBALA Marketing We Help Businesses Grow, Manage and Engage Online Audiences---------------------If you’re looking to grow your online audience, create and deliver engaging marketing campaigns and understand marketing performance, we can help, so let’s have a chat! Contact us here: www.obala.uk📱Follow Us On Social:--------------------Instagram OBALA_Marketing: https://www.instagram.com/obala_marketingAde: https://instagram.com/ade_sov/ Kush: https://www.instagram.com/kaydotuTikTokwww.tiktok.com/@obalamarketingLinkedinAde: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ade-abiose-a-28450960/Kush: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kushdu/Newsletters: Get your regular dose of marketing advice and insights--------------------📈 Weekly Marketing Insights Directly To Your Inbox from Kush: https://kurrent.substack.com--------------------🎥 Bi-Weekly marketing reviews, case studies and insights from Ade: https://shareofvoice14.substack.com--------------------

    19 min

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This is the Obala podcast where we discuss all things marketing, data, information, thought processes and a diverse view on culture and how marketing comes together.