COCKY

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COCKY is the podcast for women ready to take up space and rewrite the rules in a man’s world. Hosted by Ashli Pollard, an entrepreneur, investor and founder of four businesses, COCKY breaks down the week’s biggest headlines in business, branding, marketing, and more. Whether you’re a founder or just staying informed, you’ll get bold takes, honest advice, and actionable insights. New episodes drop every Thursday. Subscribe now and send to your friends.

Episodes

  1. 03/27/2025

    10. 23+Me, Skims x SKKN, and Kegs for Pregs

    Welcome back to The COCKY Podcast! In this episode, I share some exciting updates happening for Dial Zero Marketing and Cocky Ventures! Additionally, we get into this week’s hot topics; including the concerning 23andMe Bankruptcy and what that means for the data privacy of its customers, the challenges of streaming services and if they are actually profitable, and yet another upcoming TikTok ban. Check out our Substack to stay in the loop! 00:47 — Exciting News with Cocky Ventures! 04:05 — New Investments and Portfolio Building 05:54 — 23andMe Bankruptcy and Data Privacy 10:37 — Streaming Industry Challenges 15:33 — Kim Kardashian's Business Moves 19:01 — Innovative Marketing and Brands 24:47 — Y Combinator CEO Steps Down 26:20 — Miami Tech Week Resources: · Cocky Venture Studio · Apply to Cocky Ventures · Dial Zero Marketing · Kylie Kelce x Liquid Death: Kegs For Pregs · Homecourt · Stoney Clover Lane Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and rate the podcast wherever you’re listening—it helps us keep bringing you content to make you bold, confident, and dare I say, cocky...Stay connected: 💚Follow Dial Zero Marketing on Instagram: @dialzeromarketing 💚Follow Cocky Ventures on Instagram: @cockyventures 💚Follow Ashli on Instagram: @ashli_p and TikTok: @ashli_p Looking for marketing expertise? Hire Dial Zero for all your business needs. Want exclusive insights for free? Join our Substack: ashlip.substack.com 💚 Let’s keep the conversation going—your success is our favorite topic!

    27 min

  2. 03/20/2025

    9. Southwest, Poppi Acquisition, and Celebrity Brands Done Right

    Welcome back to COCKY! This episode, I dive into the latest headlines including: Alex Cooper’s latest business ventures, the rapid rise of skin-prep brand POV by TikTok star Mikayla Nogueira, and the controversial hiring of designer Demna at Gucci. I’ll also cover the current rise of peer-to-peer rental services, Poppi’s billion dollar sale to Pepsi, and Southwest Airlines' major business changes. Check out our Substack to stay in the loop! 00:45 — Welcome back to COCKY! 01:53 — Alex Cooper’s Latest Ventures 05:12— Alix Earle’s New Business Moves 07:57 — Mikayla Nogueira's Skin Prep Beauty Line 10:46 — Set Active’s Clever Marketing Strategy 12:13 — The Rise of Peer-to-Peer Rental Services 14:52 — Poppi’s Billion Dollar Sale to Pepsi 16:45 — Demna's Controversial Move to Gucci 24:55 — Southwest Airlines' New Policies Resources: · Listen to COCKY: The Alix vs Alex Drama, Billy McFarland, and Celebs Going to Space ·  Substack · SipMARGS · POV Beauty · Set Active · Imperfect Foods · Rent the Runway · Nuuly · Pickle ____________________________________________________________ Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and rate the podcast wherever you’re listening—it helps us keep bringing you content to make you bold, confident, and dare I say, cocky...Stay connected: 💚Follow Dial Zero Marketing on Instagram: @dialzeromarketing 💚Follow Cocky Ventures on Instagram: @cockyventures 💚Follow Ashli on Instagram: @ashli_p and TikTok: @ashli_p Looking for marketing expertise? Hire Dial Zero for all your business needs. Want exclusive insights for free? Join our Substack: ashlip.substack.com 💚 Let’s keep the conversation going—your success is our favorite topic!

    32 min

  3. 03/06/2025

    8. The Alix vs Alex Drama, Billy McFarland, and Celebs Going to Space

    Welcome back to the COCKY Podcast! This week, I cover some hot topics, including the controversy around Billy McFarland and the Fyre Festival 2, the shifting dynamics in DEI initiatives at Target, and the rise of in-home marketing trends. Additionally, we get into the success of Nuuly over Rent the Runway, Jeff Bezos and Blue Origin’s space venture, and the latest drama between Alex Cooper and Alix Earle with the Unwell Network. As always, check out our Substack for more content and to stay in the loop! 00:48 — Welcome back to COCKY! 01:25 — Substack Updates + South by Southwest 03:53 — Billy McFarland and the Cocky Mindset 09:25 — Target's DEI Reversal and Consumer Power 17:23 — In-Store Advertising and the Shift to In-Home Marketing 20:40 — Nuuly vs. Rent the Runway 27:14 — Blue Origin's All-Female Space Flight 29:44 — Alex Cooper and Alix Earle: Unwell Network Drama Resources: · Listen to COCKY: Huda Sells Kayali, Saks in Trouble, Alani Nu FTW and more Meghan Markle Drama · Listen to COCKY: Bumble's CEO Drama, Greta's New Movie, Woolly Mammoths, Substack Paying Big Bucks, and more. · Nuuly · Substack · Follow @ashli_p on Instagram · The Do-ers · Jungalow · Tabitha Brown Target Collection · Chillhouse · LYS Beauty Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and rate the podcast wherever you’re listening—it helps us keep bringing you content to make you bold, confident, and dare I say, cocky...Stay connected: 💚Follow Dial Zero Marketing on Instagram: @dialzeromarketing 💚Follow Cocky Ventures on Instagram: @cockyventures 💚Follow Ashli on Instagram: @ashli_p and TikTok: @ashli_p Looking for marketing expertise? Hire Dial Zero for all your business needs. Want exclusive insights for free? Join our Substack: ashlip.substack.com 💚 Let’s keep the conversation going—your success is our favorite topic!

    41 min

  4. 02/27/2025

    7. Huda Sells Kayali, Saks in Trouble, Alani Nu FTW and more Meghan Markle Drama

    In this episode of COCKY, we get into all of the latest business and brand news. From Apple's underwhelming product release to the groundbreaking Nike-Skims collaboration, we cover it all! I break down this week’s major acquisitions, including Alani Nu’s sale to Celsius and Stuart Weitzman’s transfer to Caleres, as well as the market implications that accompany this. We also talk all about celebrity ventures, including Alix Earle's investments and Amanda Batula’s swimwear line. Additionally, I cover the moves by Huda Beauty and the saga of Saks and Neiman Marcus. Be sure to sign up for our Substack to stay in the loop! 00:47 — Welcome Back to COCKY! 01:15 — All About our Substack + Updates 04:06 — Apple’s Boring New Release 06:30 — Nike + Skims Collaboration 09:17 — Q1 Acquisitions and Business Moves 10:03 — Alani Nu Acquired by Celsius 13:11 — Alix Earle's Business Ventures 19:55 — Major Moves by Huda Beauty 27:29 — Caleres' Strategic Moves and Market Positioning 31:22 — Saks and Neiman Marcus 36:14 — What’s the Future of Department Stores? 40:29 — Meghan Markle's Brand and the Power of a Spin 45:56 — News Sources and Podcasts to Check out! 50:52 — Stay in the Loop! Resources: · Substack · South Moon Under · Huda Beauty · NikeSkims · Listen to COCKY: Glossier's New Product, Favorite Daughter Licensing, and Bad News for Formula 1 · r.e.m. Beauty · Rare Beauty · Kayali Perfume · Puck · The Atlantic · The Town Podcast ____________________________________________________________ Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and rate the podcast wherever you’re listening—it helps us keep bringing you content to make you bold, confident, and dare I say, cocky...Stay connected: 💚Follow Dial Zero Marketing on Instagram: @dialzeromarketing 💚Follow Cocky Ventures on Instagram: @cockyventures 💚Follow Ashli on Instagram: @ashli_p and TikTok: @ashli_p Looking for marketing expertise? Hire Dial Zero for all your business needs. Want exclusive insights for free? Join our Substack: ashlip.substack.com 💚 Let’s keep the conversation going—your success is our favorite topic!

    52 min

  5. 02/20/2025

    6. Glossier's New Product, Favorite Daughter Licensing, and Bad News for Formula 1

    Welcome back to the COCKY! This week, I talk about the latest trends from Apple to Glossier, Euphoria’s much-anticipated return, and the hottest business moves happening in the fashion industry right now. I also cover the interesting partnership between the Four Seasons Hotels and The White Lotus show, and how partnerships such as these impact consumers. Want to stay in the loop? Check out our Substack! 00:47 — Welcome to COCKY! 03:11 — Apple's Upcoming Product Announcement 05:41 — Favorite Daughter's Licensing Deal with Caleres 12:17 — The Business of White Lotus 17:29 — Glossier's New Fragrance Strategy 22:16 — Euphoria is Back for Season 3! 27:59 — ESPN and Formula One Deal 29:21 — Substack Highlights Resources: · Substack · Listen to COCKY: Poppi's Recent Flop, The White Lotus, + A Tech Bro I Like? · Glossier — You · Favorite Daughter · The Home Edit · Caleres Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and rate the podcast wherever you’re listening—it helps us keep bringing you content to make you bold, confident, and dare I say, cocky...Stay connected: 💚Follow Dial Zero Marketing on Instagram: @dialzeromarketing 💚Follow Cocky Ventures on Instagram: @cockyventures 💚Follow Ashli on Instagram: @ashli_p and TikTok: @ashli_p Looking for marketing expertise? Hire Dial Zero for all your business needs. Want exclusive insights for free? Join our Substack: ashlip.substack.com 💚 Let’s keep the conversation going—your success is our favorite topic!

    31 min

  6. 02/13/2025

    5. Poppi's Recent Flop, The White Lotus, + A Tech Bro I Like?

    Welcome back to this week’s episode of COCKY! I have some great updates to fill you in on from this past week; From e.l.f. Cosmetic’s stock dip to Evan Spiegel's hilarious jabs at Meta, we're diving into the latest in consumer news. We'll also discuss Poppi’s influencer marketing misstep, Kendrick Lamar’s incredible performance at the Super Bowl, and the big moves in the fashion industry, including creative director shifts at Gucci and Dior. Don't miss out – join our Substack for more exclusive content. Thanks for tuning in! 00:47 — Welcome back to the COCKY Podcast 03:40 — e.l.f. Cosmetics & The Impact of Tiktok 07:44 — Political Influence on Consumer Trust 10:30 — Evan Spiegel: A Tech Bro I Like? 13:59 — Poppi’s Influencer Marketing Flop 22:34 — The Super Bowl 27:20 — A Breakdown of Kendrick Lamar’s Performance 29:35 — The Return of The White Lotus on Max 32:35 — The Role of Creative Directors in Fashion 37:43 — The Influence of Fashion on Culture 40:09 — Jacquemus' Expansion into Beauty 45:42 — Weekly Wrap-Up and Substack Highlights Resources: · Substack · AllSides · SmartHERNews · Ground News · The Bar · Listen to COCKY: The Potential Downfall of Tech Bros, AG1 Changing, The Future of Dear Media, and....Enron? · Unwell Hydration · Watch COCKY on YouTube Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and rate the podcast wherever you’re listening—it helps us keep bringing you content to make you bold, confident, and dare I say, cocky...Stay connected: 💚Follow Dial Zero Marketing on Instagram: @dialzeromarketing 💚Follow Cocky Ventures on Instagram: @cockyventures 💚Follow Ashli on Instagram: @ashli_p and TikTok: @ashli_p Looking for marketing expertise?Hire Dial Zero for all your business needs. Want exclusive insights for free? Join our Substack: ashlip.substack.com 💚 Let’s keep the conversation going—your success is our favorite topic!

    47 min

  7. 02/06/2025

    4. The Potential Downfall of Tech Bros, AG1 Changing, The Future of Dear Media, and....Enron?

    Welcome back to this week’s episode of the Cocky Podcast! We are getting right into this week’s biggest headlines in tech, fashion, beauty, and more! From NVIDIA and the competitive rise of DeepSeek, to a critical look at media companies like Dear Media and Unwell Network, and how Chappell Roan showed us exactly what it means to be a cocky woman at the Grammys, we’ll cover it all. Don’t forget to join the Cocky Substack to stay up-to-date in the meantime! 00:00 — Welcome to the Cocky Podcast 03:30 — Diving into This Week's Headlines 09:08 — The Rise of Deep Seek 13:47 — Impact of Tariffs on Everyday Products 21:13 — Vuori's Massive Investment 26:48 — AG1 Athletic Greens: Viral Marketing and Future Plans 29:04 — Dear Media vs. Unwell Network 34:22 — The New CEO of Enron 36:17 — Stella McCartney and LVMH 38:29 — Schiaparelli Couture and Daniel Roseberry's Future 41:31 — Demna and Balenciaga: Controversy and Recognition 42:56 — Cocky Highlights & Chappell Roan Resources: · Substack · Quince · Everlane · Listen to Cocky: The Future of Product Marketing in 2025 · Nobody Wants This on Netflix · Favorite Daughter · Call Her Daddy · Dial Zero on LinkedIn Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and rate the podcast wherever you’re listening—it helps us keep bringing you content to make you bold, confident, and dare I say, cocky...Stay connected: 💚Follow Dial Zero Marketing on Instagram: @dialzeromarketing 💚Follow Cocky Ventures on Instagram: @cockyventures 💚Follow Ashli on Instagram: @ashli_p and TikTok: @ashli_p Looking for marketing expertise?Hire Dial Zero for all your business needs. Want exclusive insights for free? Join our Substack: ashlip.substack.com 💚 Let’s keep the conversation going—your success is our favorite topic!

    48 min

  8. 01/30/2025

    2. The Future of Product Marketing in 2025

    Welcome to the Cocky Podcast! This episode we dive into the future of product marketing in 2025. We’ll cover the shift to consumer-centric branding, in-office content strategies, the importance of creative packaging, and more! Be sure to subscribe to our Substack to stay in the loop! 00:00 — Welcome to Launch Day for the Cocky Podcast! 01:08 — Defining the Cocky Woman 01:45 — Supporting Female-Led Brands 02:30 — The Future of Marketing in 2025 06:15 — In-Office Content Trends 09:07 — The Packaging of Your Product 13:36 — Core Product Strategy 16:01 — Engaging with Your Community Resources: · Substack · Dial Zero Marketing · Chamberlain Coffee · Béis Travel Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and rate the podcast wherever you’re listening—it helps us keep bringing you content to make you bold, confident, and dare I say, cocky...Stay connected: 💚Follow Dial Zero Marketing on Instagram: @dialzeromarketing 💚Follow Cocky Ventures on Instagram: @cockyventures 💚Follow Ashli on Instagram: @ashli_p and TikTok: @ashli_p Looking for marketing expertise? Hire Dial Zero for all your business needs. Need business support?  Check out Cocky Ventures for programs, resources, and community. Want exclusive insights for free? Join our Substack: ashlip.substack.com 💚 Let’s keep the conversation going—your success is our favorite topic!

    19 min

  9. 01/30/2025

    3. Bumble's CEO Drama, Greta's New Movie, Woolly Mammoths, Substack Paying Big Bucks, and more.

    Welcome to the Cocky Podcast, where we aim to keep busy professionals well-informed on the latest headlines in business, commerce, entertainment, and fashion. Today, we’re discussing key topics, including Whitney Wolfe Herd returning as Bumble CEO, Colossal Bioscience's $200 million Series C funding to revive extinct species, Greta Gerwig's upcoming Narnia project, Apple TV's marketing shift for 'Severance,' and exciting moves in the fashion industry, including Proenza Schouler's designers joining Loewe and Jonathan Anderson heading to Dior. Join our Substack to stay in the loop! 00:00 — Welcome to the Cocky Podcast! 03:03 — Whitney Wolfe Herd Returns to Bumble 10:24 — Colossal Bioscience and the Woolly Mammoth 14:02 — Greta Gerwig's New Project 17:47 — Apple TV's Marketing Shift with Severance 22:54 — Fashion Industry Insights 33:55 —This Week’s Headlines and Cultural Highlights 36:51 — Substack and Influencer Marketing Resources: · The Shift by Tinx · Substack · Dial Zero Marketing Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and rate the podcast wherever you’re listening—it helps us keep bringing you content to make you bold, confident, and dare I say, cocky...Stay connected: 💚Follow Dial Zero Marketing on Instagram: @dialzeromarketing 💚Follow Cocky Ventures on Instagram: @cockyventures 💚Follow Ashli on Instagram: @ashli_p and TikTok: @ashli_p Looking for marketing expertise? Hire Dial Zero for all your business needs. Want exclusive insights for free? Join our Substack: ashlip.substack.com 💚 Let’s keep the conversation going—your success is our favorite topic!

    41 min

  10. 01/30/2025

    1. Women, Please Be Cocky.

    Welcome to the Cocky Podcast, where bold women come to claim their space. Today marks the beginning of an incredible journey with our very first episode. Here, we celebrate unapologetic confidence, inspiration, and the stories of powerhouse women who are challenging the norm and redefining what it means to be cocky in today's world. Let's dive in! 00:00 — Welcome to the Cocky Podcast! 00:09 — Our Goals for the Cocky Podcast: What You Can Expect 01:47 — Redefining Cockiness 05:23 — Bringing Cockiness into Your Everyday Life 06:35 — Rejecting Perfectionism 08:34 — Unapologetically Taking Up Space 09:12 — Join the Movement Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and rate the podcast wherever you’re listening—it helps us keep bringing you content to make you bold, confident, and dare I say, cocky...Stay connected: 💚Follow Dial Zero Marketing on Instagram: @dialzeromarketing 💚Follow Cocky Ventures on Instagram: @cockyventures 💚Follow Ashli on Instagram: @ashli_p and TikTok: @ashli_p Looking for marketing expertise? Hire Dial Zero for all your business needs. Want exclusive insights for free? Join our Substack: ashlip.substack.com 💚 Let’s keep the conversation going—your success is our favorite topic!

    11 min

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    TRAILER: It's Time for Women to Be Cocky

    Cocky is the podcast for women ready to take up space and rewrite the rules in a man’s world. Hosted by Ashli Pollard, entrepreneur and founder of four businesses, Cocky breaks down the week’s biggest headlines in business, branding, marketing, and more. Whether you’re a founder or just staying informed, you’ll get bold takes, honest advice, and actionable insights. New episodes drop every Thursday. Subscribe now and get a little cocky!

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COCKY is the podcast for women ready to take up space and rewrite the rules in a man’s world. Hosted by Ashli Pollard, an entrepreneur, investor and founder of four businesses, COCKY breaks down the week’s biggest headlines in business, branding, marketing, and more. Whether you’re a founder or just staying informed, you’ll get bold takes, honest advice, and actionable insights. New episodes drop every Thursday. Subscribe now and send to your friends.

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    THE DO-ERS®
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    @ashli_p
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  • Episodes
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