Episodes
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is wrapping up the podcast—at least for now. He’s wondering whether it can ever be easy to stop things as it is to start them. And he explains how you can participate in what’s coming next. And that’s a wrap for the week ending September 11, 2020.
Published 09/10/20
Published 09/10/20
In this week’s episode Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose asks if we should be more controversial. Content Marketing Institute founder Joe Pulizzi talks with Robert talk about whether Google should replace universities. Finally, Robert points you to an article that asks whether you’re all in with content marketing (and tells you what to do if you’re not). And that’s a wrap for the week ending September 4, 2020.
Published 09/02/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose talks about asking for favors before earning audience trust. He talks with Bynder’s Brian Kavanaugh about the growing importance of user generated content. And finally, he points you toward a crash course in journalistic principles that help brands earn trust. And that’s a wrap for the week ending August, 28, 2020.
Published 08/26/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose asks whether technology or people are more important in content strategy. He talks with futurist Kate O’Neill about whether marketing technology is serving us – or we’re serving technology. And finally he points to an article that explains what to consider when it’s time for new marketing tech. And that’s a wrap for the week ending August 21, 2020.
Published 08/19/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is asking whether we’re borrowing enough good ideas. He talks with Mike Orr from Grapevine6 about content, the state of influencer marketing, and how to get more from your social media partner. And finally Robert points you to an article about how images can increase your content’s visibility in search. And that’s a wrap for the week ending August 14, 2020.
Published 08/12/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is finally accepting the chaos. He talks with Leslie Talbot about the rising importance of content in marketing. And he points you to an article that will help you decide whether to invest in trending topics or evergreen content. And that’s a wrap for the week ending August 7, 2020. 
Published 08/05/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is asking why anyone needs content marketing. He talks with marketing professor Marcus Collins about businesses making it rain for content marketers – and about culture in content. And he shares an article packed with ideas for making your content more engaging. And that’s a wrap for the week ending July 31, 2020. 
Published 07/30/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is thinking about creating real (and good) audiences. He talks with digital marketing consultant Ian Truscott about content strategy – and why search “sucks” so much now. And he points you to an article that explains how to bring audiences together – even in the social-distancing era. And that’s a wrap for the week ending July 24, 2020.
Published 07/23/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is thinking about the long game (on purpose). He talks with marketing leader Folayo Lasaki about everything from the Facebook boycott to why representation matters as much in marketing as in media. And he shares an article that explains how to be purposeful with your purpose-driven content. And that’s a wrap for the week ending July 17, 2020.
Published 07/15/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is wondering when the other shoe is going to drop – and how bad (or good) that’s going to be. He talks with content marketing strategist Marissa Gbenro about where CMOs plan to spend their predicted budget increases next year. And finally, Robert shares an article on five content lessons that are all about good news. And that’s a wrap for the week ending July 10, 2020.
Published 07/09/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is wondering whether we’re squeezing out all the big ideas. He talks with Manifest executive chairman David Brown about why brands need those big ideas – and the best people to generate them – now, more than ever. And finally he points to an article that offers 18 ideas to squeeze yourself out of writer’s block. And that’s a wrap for the week ending July 3, 2020.
Published 07/01/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose wonders if we’re marketing on a flat earth. He talks with Content Monsta’s A. Lee Judge about whether marketing is keeping its fair share of budget – and about all things video. And he points you to an article about when to make (and when to break) content rules. And that’s a wrap of the week ending June 26, 2020.
Published 06/25/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is wondering if we’re measuring the right things. Marketing leader Adam Helweh talks with Robert about the trends Google thinks will stick with consumers even when stay-at-home orders relax. And finally he points to an article that asks whether marketers should even care about engagement anymore. And that’s a wrap for the week ending June 19, 2020.
Published 06/17/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is wondering whether we wait long enough to speak. He shares a fresh take on research into content paywalls as a business model. Randy Wootton of Percolate joins Robert to talk about how brand publishing is changing. And, finally, Robert points out an article on how content marketers must push back against racism and inequity in our professional environment. And that’s a wrap for the week ending, June 12, 2020.
Published 06/10/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is wondering if we’re bouncing back – or forward. He offers his fresh take on how (or whether) to plan for an economic bounce back. Robert talks with “unapologetic marketing truth teller” Katie Martell about the intersection of marketing and social movements. And he shares an article about the disruptive change we need now. And that’s a wrap for the week ending May 29, 2020.
Published 05/27/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is thinking about how we can’t save time. He offers a fresh take on an article that claims the pandemic has created the biggest opportunity for publishing in 75 years. Jessica Hodkinson joins to talk about the changes the COVID-19 crisis is bringing about in content marketing and strategy. Finally, Robert points to an article that asks whether we’re spending time on the right things. And that’s a wrap for the week ending May...
Published 05/21/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is wondering how to fatten up patience when it’s wearing thin, and points to a new study that says media buyers and brands have paused their ad spend. He continues his chat with Copyblogger founder Brian Clark, focusing this week on how to avoid turning empathy into an empty buzzword. And finally Robert points to a long-term playbook for content marketing success. And that’s a wrap for the week ending May 15.
Published 05/13/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is wondering whether rules are made to be broken. He shares his take on an article about how the Financial Times is enjoying better … financial times. Robert talks with Brian Clark about his journey as a solopreneur, co-founder, sabbatical taker, and his new work. And finally, he points you to an article about breaking the (right) rules with your content. And that’s a wrap for the week ending May 8, 2020.
Published 05/07/20
In this week’s episode Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is searching for better answers. He offers his take on the new trend of retail brands cooperating on content. Plus, he talks with Kate Volman about content strategy and leadership. And finally Robert points you to an article on how to crush your content goals with a team built on talents rather than tasks. And that’s a wrap for the week ending May 1, 2020.
Published 04/29/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is thinking about three questions: What? So what? Now what? He shares his fresh take on the reveal of Amazon platform changes that expose publishing’s weak points (again). He talks with The Content Council’s Jacqueline Loch about the challenges of developing messaging and stories in the COVID-19 era. And he takes you back to the future with content marketing predictions for 2020. And that’s a wrap for the week ending April 24,...
Published 04/22/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is wondering how you’re doing. He offers his take on a new article that explains how content helps brands keep calm and carry on. Robert talks with Tanzen Consulting’s Carrie Hane about content design, new operational models, and how we get to a new normal with better content strategies. Plus he points you to an article about Agile marketing principles that’s especially relevant today. And that’s a wrap of the week ending April 17
Published 04/15/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose explains why making time to do nothing is one of the most productive choices you can make. He offers his fresh take on an article about how some companies are reexamining the quantity vs. quality content strategy. Robert chats with CMI Creative Director Joseph “JK” Kalinowski about taking time for creativity. And he points you to an interview with that master of creativity John Cleese. And that’s a wrap of the week ending April...
Published 04/08/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose asks what exactly our responsibility to digital content is now. He offers a fresh take on an article that suggests consumers don’t trust digital marketing. Leadtail CEO Carter Hostelley talks with Robert about managing B2B social right now – and preparing for the new normal. And finally, Robert points you to an article that explains what to expect when you’re experimenting. And that’s a wrap of the week ending April 3, 2020.
Published 04/01/20
In this week’s episode, Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose is wondering when we can just “say when.” He explores how a kumbaya moment between consumer and B2B magazines offers a model for content monetization for brand publishers. He talks with Brainrider’s Jon Kane about content marketing in challenging (and changing) times. And he points you to an article that will help you decide when (and how) the news should disrupt your content calendar. And that’s a wrap for the week ending March 2
Published 03/26/20