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Why are there nutrition labels required for the food we eat, but not the media we consume? How do you find out if the show you are sponsoring or listening to is saving lives or destroying the fabric of our democracy? The Media Roundtable is back in session for a new season this September but with a fun new twist. We are sharpening our focus to conversations with podcasters and creators about the shows they make and the reasons WHY they make them. The Media Roundtable season two will “unbox” other podcasts in each episode, providing a depth of analysis to help you decide what content is worth your time and dollars.

We live and work in a world that is deeply divided, while institutions and information are getting harder to trust. Our goal is to reward good actors with more attention and sponsor dollars so that we can feel good and do good through the shows we consume and support in the most entertaining way possible.

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    • Business
    • 4.6 • 27 Ratings

Why are there nutrition labels required for the food we eat, but not the media we consume? How do you find out if the show you are sponsoring or listening to is saving lives or destroying the fabric of our democracy? The Media Roundtable is back in session for a new season this September but with a fun new twist. We are sharpening our focus to conversations with podcasters and creators about the shows they make and the reasons WHY they make them. The Media Roundtable season two will “unbox” other podcasts in each episode, providing a depth of analysis to help you decide what content is worth your time and dollars.

We live and work in a world that is deeply divided, while institutions and information are getting harder to trust. Our goal is to reward good actors with more attention and sponsor dollars so that we can feel good and do good through the shows we consume and support in the most entertaining way possible.

    B2B and Spoken Word Media - The Special Relationship

    B2B and Spoken Word Media - The Special Relationship

    The Media Roundtable is back, and we’re tackling all the nuances of one of the thorniest, most misunderstood, and most rewarding parts of audio advertising: B2B.

    This deep dive was inspired by the excellent recent report by Pierre Bouvard (Chief Insights Officer, Cumulus Media | Westwood One) on reaching B2B decision-makers through audio.

    “You can't just say, ‘hey, let's give audio a shot–we're just going to throw a bunch of money at it and see what happens.’ You really need to hone in on what you expect will happen and what your benchmarks for success are going to be.”
    - Rion Swartz (VP, Brand Marketing, Constant Contact)

    Hosting again is Oxford Road founder and CEO Dan Granger, with Pierre Bouvard himself, and an all-star crew of deep thinkers with extensive B2B chops: James Ingrassia (EVP, Client Services, Oxford Road), Neal Lucey (EVP, Strategy & Product, Oxford Road), and Rion Swartz (VP, Brand Marketing, Constant Contact).

    Together they’re talking all things B2B audio including balancing the long-term and short-term, why everyone should look beyond Business, why good things take time, and a whole lot more. Let’s dig in.

    • 1 hr 9 min
    The Age of Efficiency and What’s Next with Jason Calacanis

    The Age of Efficiency and What’s Next with Jason Calacanis

    “It's really about consistently showing people you care and just relentlessly reinforcing that the product or service you provide is getting better too.”

    Jason Calacanis, Entrepreneur and Podcaster

    In this episode of the Media Roundtable, we’re bringing you a very special fireside chat direct from our recent Chief Audio Officer event in SF.

    Oxford Road founder and CEO Dan Granger sat down with the one and only Jason Calacanis at the CAO Measurement Forum. Jason’s been shaping the internet for decades as an entrepreneur, angel investor, author, and podcaster hosting multiple shows, including This Week in Startups and the world-famous All-In Podcast. Together they talked about the age of efficiency, why Brand wins, getting the absolute most from your ads through big swings, and a whole lot more. Let’s dig in.

    • 45 min
    FOMO NOMO’ - Recapping Podcast Movement Evolutions 2024

    FOMO NOMO’ - Recapping Podcast Movement Evolutions 2024

    CAOs, did you miss out on Podcast Movement Evolutions? We have the cure for your FOMO right here–an all-new Industry Edition of the Media Roundtable recapping the biggest moments and distilling days of insights into bite-sized chunks with no travel.

    Dan Granger (Oxford Road founder and CEO) is back on the host microphone, joined by fellow attendees and agents of influence Stew Redwine (Oxford Road VP of Creative Services), Giles Martin, (EVP of Strategy & Insights, Oxford Road), and James Ingrassia, (EVP of Client Service, Oxford Road). And we’re beyond pleased to welcome back the keynote speaker at this year’s event, and frequent MRT guest, James Cridland, the world’s favorite audio futurologist (Podnews, Podcast Business Journal).

    Join us as we recap the most significant takeaways of this year’s event and distill days of insights into a bite-sized chunk with no travel or expense report needed.

    “To see somebody (Amy Poehler) that has the option of being in any type of media they want, choosing podcasts… is very validating for where we are at with this channel.”

    - Dan Granger (Oxford Road founder and CEO)

    • 51 min
    GoLocalise Uses AI to Translate Your Favorite Podcast for YOUR PETS

    GoLocalise Uses AI to Translate Your Favorite Podcast for YOUR PETS

    AI translation seems all the rage, but it’s so yesterday. At Oxford Road, we're on to bigger and better things. In partnership with GoLocalise, we’re able to offer this week’s Media Roundtable podcast in your native tongue, whatever that may be. While everyone else is hyping up translating podcasts into foreign languages, we're breaking boundaries by making podcasts accessible to animals too! That's right, now your furry friends can absorb knowledge from our industry experts.

    Forget French, Mandarin, and Tagalog – we're talking about translating into "woofs," "meows," and even "moos." Imagine your Fiddo catching up on the latest marketing trends or your Mr. Beans, the cat, getting insights into the advertising world. We've even made our podcasts accessible for our bovine buddies and majestic elephants!

    So, buckle up as we dive into the first-ever Oxford Road Media Roundtable Industry Edition for animals. From barking breakthroughs to purr-fect strategies, this podcast has something for every creature, big or small.

    Tune in and let the learning begin – because at Oxford Road, even the animals get a seat at the table.

    Happy April Fools!

    • 30 min
    Finding New Hits - Celebrity Overload, Minding the Game, and The British Podcast Invasion

    Finding New Hits - Celebrity Overload, Minding the Game, and The British Podcast Invasion

    C.A.Os you are in luck–we have a new Industry Edition of the Media Roundtable for you and it will not disappoint.

    Dan Granger (Oxford Road founder and CEO) is hosting again, joined by fellow agents of influence Kristen Duenas, (Associate Media Director, Oxford Road), Giles Martin, (EVP of Strategy & Insights, Oxford Road), and Ricardo Martinez, (VP of Client Services, Oxford Road). And we’re beyond pleased to welcome back James Cridland, the world’s favorite audio futurologist (Podnews, Podcast Business Journal).

    “Listeners aren't stupid. They have a lot of choices and they might check you out, but they're probably not going to stay if you're not actually good at the craft.”

    -Dan Granger (Oxford Road founder and CEO)


    We’re talking buzzy new sports podcasts, Ringer’s (mostly) AI-proof union deal, the British Podcast Invasion, and so much more. Let’s dig in.

    • 1 hr 3 min
    Ad Infinitum S2:E2 - "Hosts Are People Too" featuring Jordy Meiselas of MeidasTouch

    Ad Infinitum S2:E2 - "Hosts Are People Too" featuring Jordy Meiselas of MeidasTouch

    The world’s only podcast solely dedicated to audio ads is back with a new episode! Presenting Ad Infinitum Season 2, Episode 2 - "Hosts are People Too."


    Host Stew Redwine (Oxford Road’s VP of Creative Services) discusses the importance of advertisers keeping in mind the hosts' humanity on the other end of those talking points they’re sending over. He welcomes a real host and real person who’s at the top of his game but always looking to get better–Jordy Meiselas. Jordy’s one of the three Founders of the wildly popular MeidasTouch Network and co-host of The MeidasTouch Podcast.


    Join them as they break down four ads from BetterHelp which aired on some of the top sports podcasts. Which are better (and which need help)?


    “I know my audience better than anybody… as long as I can understand where the brand wants me to go with that message, I can find a perfect world to marry the two.”

    - Jordy Meiselas, co-Founder MeidasTouch Network, co-host The MeidasTouch Podcast

    • 41 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
27 Ratings

27 Ratings

Reneek_6 ,

Great well rounded and though provoking podcast!

I really loved this last episode -Insider Edition.
I was just about to write a review of praise as well as request a deeper look into your views personally on any given reagent topic. You fully delivered! Big fan of Dan’s work and I also loved hearing from Jennifer. I know she is big part of production so to hear her voice and take on a subject matter only gives listeners like myself a more personal connection to what you are doing at Media Roundtable.
Great job all of you and I truly look forward to the next episode!

~ Violet ~ ,

Top Three PAP

The new format might make this one the top three podcasts about podcasts. That said, the audio quality needs work. Particularly when balancing volume between all the round table discussion guests, and then the pre-recorded ads.

VIOFIX ,

Really Meagan Kelly?

How can I take this show seriously if I’m the ad Meagan Kelly is features while speaking hypothetically. It is rich to hear a snippet of someone accusing others of injecting their personal feeling into the news considering that is what that very person practiced regularly. Sure noting wrong with going on a rant about the “fact” that Santa Claus is white. This is one of the people you choose to represent a show about balanced media?????

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