Reviews
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“Dan and his incredible guests cover all aspects of the advertising business, not only providing insight we wouldn't have otherwise, but also giving creatives the inspiration they need to move forward in their career. The best part is it all comes from truly engaging individuals that know the...”Read full review »
Katie Joy B. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/31/19
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“Hands down my favorite creative advertising podcast. The advice and wisdom given in these shows could be made into a book.”
"Iceman" Weissman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/28/18
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“DGMS is a good advertising podcast. Dan Balser is a knowledgeable host with a great background, but I believe he is what holds this podcast back from being 5/5 great. Some incredibly talented, inspiring, and intelligent guests are featured on this show. The problem is the are made to feel like...”Read full review »
dumb kid trying to learn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/13/18
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“I've listened to every single episode of Dan's podcast. Each one of those 267 episodes was ripe with advertising insights, good laughs, pertinent gems from the industry, and a genuine care on Dan's part to inform his listeners about what makes for great creative ideas and a well-rounded creative...”Read full review »
Johnny Soares via Apple Podcasts ·
Brazil ·
11/22/17
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“I’ve been listening to this podcast for the past couple months and digging through the archives everyday. I’m headed into my 3rd year of college studying advertising and it’s priceless to hear from people in the industry everyday. Literally, it’s free. Thanks Dan!”
Prettyman Family via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/12/17
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“This podcast is indispensable for anyone in advertising. It's even more indispensabler for creatives. Binge listenable and full of an understanding wisdom, it has something to offer no matter where you are in the field. Heed the practical advice and drink the inspiration. Dan is conscientious...”Read full review »
Milkman#1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/17
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“As an advertising student, hearing first-hand insights from the rockstars and brilliant minds of the industry helps fill in the gap of creative wisdom that lacks in formal classes. Dan is great in digging relevant information of the people he interviews and makes sure that every episode provides...”Read full review »
Jereek Espiritu via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/22/17
“Dan’s perspective on the industry is insightful, inspiring and entertaining as hell. The variety of guests he’s able to corral never ceases to amaze me, giving each episode its own flavor of awesome. Whether you’re a junior creative, an ECD or someone who just wants an inside look at the...”Read full review »
Brendan O'B via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/03/16
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“I've been listen for years and it just gets better. It's a must listen for people that dream of being the next great in advertising. Dan moderates in a manner that allows guest to be themselves and open up, which results in great content.”Read full review »
Cmcrae15 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/06/16
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“Listening to Dan’s podcast has helped me prepare for job interviews, rethink my career, and even get fired with grace. I have learned so much about the possibilities in this industry from these conversations. Dan’s guests are passionate, talented, and generous people who love what they do and who...”Read full review »
Matthew Wyne via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/10/15
“I just love this podcast! I listen to every episode. It's loaded with advice from top pros in the business. In my opinion, this one is a MUST. Dan Balser, the host of the podcast is hilarious and so fun to listen to. He always pulls great information from his interviewees. A lot of the...”Read full review »
ad_dude via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/13/14
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“I've been binge listening to Dan's podcast for about 3 weeks now. There are multiple great things about it, but here are a few:
- roster of guests from the ad industry and students
- Dan's humor
- Dan's passion for what he does
- Genuinely smart questions
If you're into all...”Read full review »
John Soares via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/13
“I’d been a full-time high school teacher for six years when Dan Balser’s podcast introduced me to the creative side of advertising. Within a year, I’d quit my job, sold my house and moved my family across the country to attend the school where he taught. I can honestly say any professional...”Read full review »
Josh Shelton via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/02/13
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“Thank's, Dan. your biggest fan from Johannesburg, South Africa.”
MannyDiogu via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
03/10/13
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“DGMS siphons great incites from all over the map. Sometimes advertising noggins can speak pimple-talk, but your ability to direct conversations and squeeze out wisdom, matures us all. Awesome perspectives from CCOs to freelancers – I look forward to more.”
JHTaler via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/01/12
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“I was fortunate enough to attend the Creative Circus portfolio school where Dan is a teacher. Before the start of every class, Dan would give advice and wisdom for about 15 minutes on matters relating to life, advertising and anything else he wanted to talk about. I really enjoyed this advice and...”Read full review »
Jurk - Creative via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/08/12
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“There are a lot of good subjects touched on in this podcast.
The ideas discussed are ideas that certainly need to be considered when working in a creative field.
Sometimes it's just people talking.”Read full review »
brando432 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/10/12
“This podcast taught me so much that I couldn't learn in my ad school that I don't know how to thank Dan. Being able to listen to the mind of the best creatives in the field right at home is priceless. The interviews with the recruiters helped me so much on how to approach them and what...”Read full review »
JamieShin Creative via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/16/12
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“I didn't love the early podcasts but this has really hit it's stride. It's a perfect support group for anyone in the ad business. If you are a student this is a required for getting your bearings.”Read full review »
Ben Applebaum via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/16/11
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“good stuff.”
***dancer*** via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/16/11
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“Engaging interviews... I will never not listen to this.”
Black Mayonnaise via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/28/11
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“It can be a good creative pep-talk when you need it, but I also enjoy the deeper purpose-pondering conversations.”
klane_ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/09/09
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“Don’t listen to these. I don’t want you stealing my job.”
Harrykniz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/16/09
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“As an advertising student, this podcast has been the single most helpful and encouraging tool in figuring out what I plan on doing my with my life after graduation. DGMS is an archive of insights from industry professionals and top-notch students that I would normally never get to hear....”Read full review »
Skyler Dobin via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/09
“Dan's quick wit and keen insight make this podcast a must-listen for anyone in the ad industry. For hopefully students it's a window into the exciting and often mystifying world that lies ahead. For troops already in the field it's a practical and extremely helpful fount of advice on...”Read full review »
Andy Pearson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/16/09
☆
☆
☆
☆
☆
“Spot on advice and insights into ad world for the want-to-be-so-badly-I'm-bordering-desperation creatives in school or hot on the job hunt. Instead of asking every hack you come across, download some solid content you can play again. And again. And however many times it takes you to get the...”Read full review »
Brotherless Grim via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/09/09
Do you host a podcast?
Track your ranks and reviews from Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more.
See hourly chart positions and more than 30 days of history.
Get Chartable Analytics »
See hourly chart positions and more than 30 days of history.
Don’t Get Me Started
Listen now
Links
No website
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram
Patreon
Genres
Artwork or description wrong?
Request an update »
Updates may take a few minutes.
Do you host a podcast?
Track your ranks and reviews from Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more.
See hourly chart positions and more than 30 days of history.
Get Chartable Analytics »
See hourly chart positions and more than 30 days of history.
