Podcasts Go Primetime: New Competition Takes on YouTube For Control of the TV Screen
What started on everyone’s commute or exercise routine found its way to the living room. Not only are people watching their favorite podcasts (of the shows that offered a visual alternative), but platforms like YouTube are increasing the discovery of other shows. That much was confirmed when Ocean Media visited the Podcast Movement Evolutions conference. […]
What You Can Expect From the 2025 Upfronts
From the continued dominance of live sports to the evolution of streaming ad tech, this year’s upfront landscape presents fresh opportunities and evolving challenges. Here, we break down the biggest themes shaping year’s upfront marketplace. Live events and sports remain the centerpiece of the upfronts Unsurprisingly, live sports are still the crown jewel of networks’ […]
What We Learned at Podcast Movement Evolutions 2025: 4 Key Takeaways That Will Make You Rethink Your Strategy
Ocean Media was in attendance at the Podcast Evolutions 2025 conference in Chicago, where creators, industry professionals, hosting platforms, networks, brands, and news media gathered to discuss the current state of the industry and its future direction. As podcasting continues to evolve from a niche channel into a core pillar of media strategy, this year’s […]
Carriage Disputes Are Changing: A Proactive Strategy for Advertisers
Carriage disputes, those contentious negotiations between networks and distributors over programming fees, may seem like a distant headache during your ad campaign planning. But for brands and media buyers, they’re a critical hurdle to navigate to ensure your advertisement connects with its audience, especially when they happen during a live event with a large audience […]
The Importance of Cultural Diversity and How it Impacts Advertising
Cultural diversity in advertising isn’t just a moral imperative—it’s a strategic advantage that can lead to better brand perception, broader reach, and more innovative campaigns. According to the Association of National Advertisers’ Alliance for Inclusive and Multicultural Marketing, 64% of consumers stated they are motivated or strongly motivated to support brands that advertise on TV […]
What’s New at Super Bowl LIX? 5 Media and Advertising Trends to Watch For
The Super Bowl goes big in more ways than just the best two teams in football squaring off. The parties, the food, and, of course, the ads. But you can always expect something new from each year’s media blitz. Beyond the shift in how fans can watch, this year’s Super Bowl presents exciting opportunities for […]
The 4 Biggest Media Takeaways from CES 2025
CES 2025 has once again set the stage for groundbreaking innovation and industry-shaping trends, offering a glimpse into the future of technology, entertainment, and advertising. This year, four themes emerged as pivotal takeaways for the media landscape specifically: the rapid evolution of streaming platforms and their advertising capabilities, the transformative impact of programmatic advertising in […]
Omnichannel vs. Multichannel Media Strategy: Which is Best for Your Brand?
Consumers are more connected than ever in today’s media landscape, moving across social media platforms, connected TV, mobile apps, and many more. To capture their attention and loyalty, brands need to break free from traditional, siloed marketing tactics and adopt a unified media strategy. The most common media strategies brands employ are between multichannel and […]
Netflix’s High-Stakes Gamble: A Christmas Day Showdown Could Determine Its Viability as a Sports Streamer
To say that Netflix’s recent foray into live sports with the Mike Tyson and Jake Paul fight was a mixed bag might be the most optimistic take one could come away with. On one hand, Netflix produced the most-streamed sporting event ever. On the other, the seven-fight card was marred by technical trouble, including buffering, […]
Google Keeps Third-Party Cookies: Implications for Marketing Strategy
After repeatedly delaying its plans, including a scheduled elimination in 2025, Google has now abandoned its efforts to phase out third-party cookies. Instead, they’ll introduce a system where users have more control over their online tracking. This unexpected shift marks a significant turning point in the ongoing battle between privacy and personalization. While the industry […]