Marketing Against The Grain

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Marketing Against The Grain

Kipp Bodnar (HubSpot’s CMO) and Kieran Flanagan (Zapier’s CMO), lead you down the rabbit hole of marketing trends, growth tactics and innovation. On the way you’ll pick up undiscovered strategies to give you that slight edge for success. These are not your typical twitter thread regurgitated marketing tactics that everyone is doing. These are new methods, with unfiltered examination of successful fresh ideas.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    4 AI Tools To Help You Create Viral Content & Get Leads Ft. Clay.com

    Ep. 274 Can AI really scale your content creation while keeping your brand consistent?  Kipp and Kieran dive into the transformative role of AI tools in modern marketing and how they can make your content go viral with guests Scott Tousley (Head of Content at Clay) and Bruno Estrella (Head of Growth Marketing at Clay). Learn more on using Visual Electric to create brand-aligned images at scale, the importance of systems thinking for marketing teams, and how integrating AI like Yarn can revolutionize personalized video content. Mentions Clay https://www.clay.com/ Scott Tousley https://www.linkedin.com/in/scotttousley/ Bruno Estrella https://www.linkedin.com/in/brunoestrella/ Visual Electric https://visualelectric.com/ Yarn https://www.yarn.so/ Resource [Free] Steal our favorite AI Prompts featured on the show! Grab them here: https://clickhubspot.com/aip We’re on Social Media! Follow us for everyday marketing wisdom straight to your feed YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtXqPiNV8YC0GMUzY-EUFg  Twitter: https://twitter.com/matgpod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matgpod  Join our community https://landing.connect.com/matg Thank you for tuning into Marketing Against The Grain! Don’t forget to hit subscribe and follow us on Apple Podcasts (so you never miss an episode)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-against-the-grain/id1616700934   If you love this show, please leave us a 5-Star Review https://link.chtbl.com/h9_sjBKH and share your favorite episodes with friends. We really appreciate your support. Host Links: Kipp Bodnar, https://twitter.com/kippbodnar   Kieran Flanagan, https://twitter.com/searchbrat  ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Produced by Darren Clarke.

    41 min

  2. 5 DAYS AGO

    Claude's HUGE Double Update: Computer Control + Sonnet 3.5 (New)

    Ep. 273 What happens when machines start making decisions instead of humans? Kipp and Kieran dive into one of the biggest AI updates of the year, exploring the implications of Claude's new features on our professional and personal lives. Learn more about the potential of Claude’s computer use API, the innovative abilities of Claude Sonnet 3.5, and the future of B2B automation.  Mentions Sonnet 3.5 https://www.anthropic.com/claude/sonnet Trung T. Phan https://x.com/TrungTPhan Replit https://replit.com/ Cursor https://www.cursor.com/ Resource [Free] Steal our favorite AI Prompts featured on the show! Grab them here: https://clickhubspot.com/aip We’re on Social Media! Follow us for everyday marketing wisdom straight to your feed YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtXqPiNV8YC0GMUzY-EUFg  Twitter: https://twitter.com/matgpod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matgpod  Join our community https://landing.connect.com/matg Thank you for tuning into Marketing Against The Grain! Don’t forget to hit subscribe and follow us on Apple Podcasts (so you never miss an episode)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-against-the-grain/id1616700934   If you love this show, please leave us a 5-Star Review https://link.chtbl.com/h9_sjBKH and share your favorite episodes with friends. We really appreciate your support. Host Links: Kipp Bodnar, https://twitter.com/kippbodnar   Kieran Flanagan, https://twitter.com/searchbrat  ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Produced by Darren Clarke.

    22 min

  3. OCT 24

    Speaking to an Ai Avatar Ready to Take Your Sales Job ft 1mind CEO

    Ep. 272 Can an AI avatar be your new sales hire? Kipp and Kieran dive into the future of sales with AI, exploring how virtual assistants can transform the way businesses grow and operate. They are joined by Amanda Kahlow (CEO and Founder of 1mind). Amanda introduces them to Mindy, a virtual seller and avatar. Learn more about the strengths of AI avatars in business scenarios, the transformative potential of AI in sales processes, and how AI can handle complex tasks to optimize efficiency.  Mentions Amanda Kahlow https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandakahlow/ 1mind https://www.1mind.com/ Kevin Weil https://x.com/kevinweil Resource [Free] Steal our favorite AI Prompts featured on the show! Grab them here: https://clickhubspot.com/aip We’re on Social Media! Follow us for everyday marketing wisdom straight to your feed YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtXqPiNV8YC0GMUzY-EUFg  Twitter: https://twitter.com/matgpod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matgpod  Join our community https://landing.connect.com/matg Thank you for tuning into Marketing Against The Grain! Don’t forget to hit subscribe and follow us on Apple Podcasts (so you never miss an episode)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-against-the-grain/id1616700934   If you love this show, please leave us a 5-Star Review https://link.chtbl.com/h9_sjBKH and share your favorite episodes with friends. We really appreciate your support. Host Links: Kipp Bodnar, https://twitter.com/kippbodnar   Kieran Flanagan, https://twitter.com/searchbrat  ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Produced by Darren Clarke.

    36 min

  4. OCT 22

    The $86B Marketing Playbook Behind Airbnb w/ Global CMO Hiroki Asai

    Ep. 271 How do you manage $86B worth of marketing strategy while staying culturally relevant? Kipp and Kieran dive into the innovative marketing playbook behind Airbnb with their Global CMO Hiroki Asai. Learn more on structuring teams to balance short-term optimizations with long-term goals, creating unforgettable campaigns that drive year-round engagement, and fostering a creative environment that leads to continuous innovation. Mentions Hiroki Asai https://www.linkedin.com/in/hiroki-asai-a44137110/ Airbnb https://www.airbnb.com/ Airbnb Barbie House https://news.airbnb.com/barbies-malibu-dreamhouse-is-back-on-airbnb-but-this-time-kens-hosting/ Resource [Free] Steal our favorite AI Prompts featured on the show! Grab them here: https://clickhubspot.com/aip We’re on Social Media! Follow us for everyday marketing wisdom straight to your feed YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtXqPiNV8YC0GMUzY-EUFg  Twitter: https://twitter.com/matgpod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matgpod  Join our community https://landing.connect.com/matg Thank you for tuning into Marketing Against The Grain! Don’t forget to hit subscribe and follow us on Apple Podcasts (so you never miss an episode)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-against-the-grain/id1616700934   If you love this show, please leave us a 5-Star Review https://link.chtbl.com/h9_sjBKH and share your favorite episodes with friends. We really appreciate your support. Host Links: Kipp Bodnar, https://twitter.com/kippbodnar   Kieran Flanagan, https://twitter.com/searchbrat  ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Produced by Darren Clarke.

    39 min

  5. OCT 17

    OpenAI Canvas Is AMAZING! The AI Tool EVERY Marketer Has Been Waiting For

    Ep. 270 What new AI feature is the best writing tool that exists today? Kipp and Kieran dive into the game-changing potential of OpenAI's new Canvas feature and how it can revolutionize marketing strategies. Discover how AI can serve as your thought partner, helping with everything from long-form content creation to crisis communication preparation. Learn how to leverage AI for better productivity and innovative marketing ideas. Mentions OpenAI Canvas https://openai.com/index/introducing-canvas/ OpenAI Enterprise https://openai.com/index/introducing-chatgpt-enterprise/ Claude https://claude.ai/ Resource [Free] Steal our favorite AI Prompts featured on the show! Grab them here: https://clickhubspot.com/aip We’re on Social Media! Follow us for everyday marketing wisdom straight to your feed YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtXqPiNV8YC0GMUzY-EUFg  Twitter: https://twitter.com/matgpod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matgpod  Join our community https://landing.connect.com/matg Thank you for tuning into Marketing Against The Grain! Don’t forget to hit subscribe and follow us on Apple Podcasts (so you never miss an episode)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-against-the-grain/id1616700934   If you love this show, please leave us a 5-Star Review https://link.chtbl.com/h9_sjBKH and share your favorite episodes with friends. We really appreciate your support. Host Links: Kipp Bodnar, https://twitter.com/kippbodnar   Kieran Flanagan, https://twitter.com/searchbrat  ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Produced by Darren Clarke.

    26 min

  6. OCT 15

    I Used AI To Create Viral Short Form Videos In 6 Minutes

    Ep. 269 Can AI really create viral short form videos in just 6 minutes? Kieran dives into the process of using AI to create compelling short form videos from longer content. Learn more on how to teach AI to identify the best talking points, break down a video template for viral potential, and create engaging short form video content. Mentions Jenny Hoyos https://www.youtube.com/@JennyHoyos Claude https://claude.ai/ Steph Smith https://a16z.com/author/stephanie-smith/ Resource [Free] Steal our favorite AI Prompts featured on the show! Grab them here: https://clickhubspot.com/aip We’re on Social Media! Follow us for everyday marketing wisdom straight to your feed YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtXqPiNV8YC0GMUzY-EUFg  Twitter: https://twitter.com/matgpod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matgpod  Join our community https://landing.connect.com/matg Thank you for tuning into Marketing Against The Grain! Don’t forget to hit subscribe and follow us on Apple Podcasts (so you never miss an episode)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-against-the-grain/id1616700934   If you love this show, please leave us a 5-Star Review https://link.chtbl.com/h9_sjBKH and share your favorite episodes with friends. We really appreciate your support. Host Links: Kipp Bodnar, https://twitter.com/kippbodnar   Kieran Flanagan, https://twitter.com/searchbrat  ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Produced by Darren Clarke.

    10 min

  7. OCT 10

    NotebookLM is INSANE! How to Use Google’s AI Tool for Marketing In 2024

    Ep. 268 "Is AI about to revolutionize storytelling forever?" Kipp dives into the groundbreaking potential of Google’s NotebookLM and how it might reshape marketing strategies in 2024. Learn more about leveraging AI for creating engaging media, how engineers are becoming pivotal in marketing, and tips on automating content creation efficiently. Mentions Andrej Karpathy https://x.com/karpathy Histories of Mysteries podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/3K4LRyMCP44kBbiOziwJjb?si=432a337c28f14d97&nd=1&dlsi=1e2cd9b320094415 NotebookLM https://notebooklm.google/ Ideogram https://ideogram.ai/ Claude https://claude.ai/ Nathan Barry https://x.com/nathanbarry Resource [Free] Steal our favorite AI Prompts featured on the show! Grab them here: https://clickhubspot.com/aip We’re on Social Media! Follow us for everyday marketing wisdom straight to your feed YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtXqPiNV8YC0GMUzY-EUFg  Twitter: https://twitter.com/matgpod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matgpod  Join our community https://landing.connect.com/matg Thank you for tuning into Marketing Against The Grain! Don’t forget to hit subscribe and follow us on Apple Podcasts (so you never miss an episode)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-against-the-grain/id1616700934   If you love this show, please leave us a 5-Star Review https://link.chtbl.com/h9_sjBKH and share your favorite episodes with friends. We really appreciate your support. Host Links: Kipp Bodnar, https://twitter.com/kippbodnar   Kieran Flanagan, https://twitter.com/searchbrat  ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Produced by Darren Clarke.

    18 min

  8. OCT 8

    From Beginner to AI Expert in 30 Minutes: The 5-Step Framework You Need

    Ep. 267 "How can AI take you from a novice to an expert in 13 minutes?" Kipp and Kieran dive into the secrets of mastering AI with a practical and accelerated learning approach. Learn more on effective prompting techniques, mastering context setting, the power of templates, integrating AI agents into your workflow, and transforming complex tasks into achievable goals with AI-driven apps. This was recorded live at HubSpot’s Inbound 2024. Mentions Indbound https://www.inbound.com/ OpenAI https://openai.com/ Claude https://claude.ai/ Klarna https://www.klarna.com/us/ Resource [Free] Steal our favorite AI Prompts featured on the show! Grab them here: https://clickhubspot.com/aip We’re on Social Media! Follow us for everyday marketing wisdom straight to your feed YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtXqPiNV8YC0GMUzY-EUFg  Twitter: https://twitter.com/matgpod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matgpod  Join our community https://landing.connect.com/matg Thank you for tuning into Marketing Against The Grain! Don’t forget to hit subscribe and follow us on Apple Podcasts (so you never miss an episode)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-against-the-grain/id1616700934   If you love this show, please leave us a 5-Star Review https://link.chtbl.com/h9_sjBKH and share your favorite episodes with friends. We really appreciate your support. Host Links: Kipp Bodnar, https://twitter.com/kippbodnar   Kieran Flanagan, https://twitter.com/searchbrat  ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Produced by Darren Clarke.

    31 min
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Kipp Bodnar (HubSpot’s CMO) and Kieran Flanagan (Zapier’s CMO), lead you down the rabbit hole of marketing trends, growth tactics and innovation. On the way you’ll pick up undiscovered strategies to give you that slight edge for success. These are not your typical twitter thread regurgitated marketing tactics that everyone is doing. These are new methods, with unfiltered examination of successful fresh ideas.

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