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Perpetual Traffic is a twice weekly podcast for CMOs, marketing directors, and business owners who want to master paid advertising, scale their businesses profitably and stay one step ahead of the shifting paid advertising landscape of today.
Hosted by Ralph Burns (CEO of Tier 11, managing $200M+ in ad spend) and Lauren Petrullo (award-winning CEO of Mongoose Media), the show covers digital marketing strategy, paid traffic optimization, and performance marketing, featuring expert interviews, case studies, and actionable campaign breakdowns.
If you’re tired of wasting ad spend on campaigns that don’t convert, struggling to prove marketing ROI to executives, or overwhelmed by constantly changing platform algorithms and marketing tactics that promise results but deliver disappointment you’re in the right place.
This show will give you the proven strategies from agencies managing millions in ad spend, behind-the-scenes campaign optimizations that actually work, and expert insights on marketing metrics that matter for real business growth.
From Meta Ads and Google optimization to landing page conversion tactics and marketing attribution, each episode delivers actionable strategies you can implement immediately to improve your ROAS and scale your marketing efforts.
Get all the free episode resources at perpetualtraffic.com
13+ million downloads | 700+ episodes | Weekly since 2015
Hosted by Ralph Burns (CEO of Tier 11, managing $200M+ in ad spend) and Lauren Petrullo (award-winning CEO of Mongoose Media), the show covers digital marketing strategy, paid traffic optimization, and performance marketing, featuring expert interviews, case studies, and actionable campaign breakdowns.
If you’re tired of wasting ad spend on campaigns that don’t convert, struggling to prove marketing ROI to executives, or overwhelmed by constantly changing platform algorithms and marketing tactics that promise results but deliver disappointment you’re in the right place.
This show will give you the proven strategies from agencies managing millions in ad spend, behind-the-scenes campaign optimizations that actually work, and expert insights on marketing metrics that matter for real business growth.
From Meta Ads and Google optimization to landing page conversion tactics and marketing attribution, each episode delivers actionable strategies you can implement immediately to improve your ROAS and scale your marketing efforts.
Get all the free episode resources at perpetualtraffic.com
13+ million downloads | 700+ episodes | Weekly since 2015
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Apply to Work With Tier 11: https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-nowAre you still pausing “winning” ads because Meta tells you the CPA is broken? In this episode, we break down the next layer of our three-part series on why turning off Meta’s conversion obsession is the smartest move you can make right now.John Moran walks us through a real case study where individual category campaigns, feeder strategy, and engagement metrics drove an 80% lift in new customers. We unpack why hook rate, CTR, and directional signals matter more than platform-reported conversions, and how Shopify and blended nCAC become the real source of truth.We also connect the dots between Meta and Google in a way most marketers completely miss. You’ll hear how improved Meta creative reduced Google spend by 20% while increasing total new customers by 37%. And if you want proof that Meta is a top-of-funnel growth engine and not an attribution tool, this episode lays it out step by step.In This Episode:- Why you should not pause winning ads- Hook rate & outbound CTR benchmarks- Example of benchmarking with nCAC- Amazon, Google, and Meta sales overlap- Case study: Meta’s impact on Google resultsMentioned in the Episode:Previous Episodes On Why You Should Not Pause Ads: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_trafficTier 11’s nCAC: https://www.tiereleven.com/ncacTier 11’s Data Suite: https://www.tiereleven.com/what-we-do/data-suiteListen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuKSubscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtrafConnect with John Moran:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnmorangadsConnect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburnsInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/ralphhburns/Hire Tier11 - https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-nowConnect
Apply to Work With Tier 11: https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-now CPAs look awful, so you pause the ads, and then revenue drops across channels. That’s not you. That’s the new reality of Meta Andromeda and the GEM-style ecosystem where “underperformers” can be the very ads feeding your whole business.John Moran is back to help us break down why cost per result and conversion columns can completely derail your decision-making. We walk through a real example where shifting spend away from a core set of ads didn’t just hurt Meta; it dragged down Amazon, Google, and everything else. Stick around to learn how we analyze ads by spend, identify themes the market is responding to, and only layer in conversion data after we’ve found the real winners.In This Episode:- Why you should stop pausing “underperforming” ads- Case study: analyzing active ads differently- How spending shifts affect performance across channels- Using ad spend instead of conversions to find winning ads- Real-life example of using spend to analyze ads- CPA and conversion data challengesMentioned in the Episode:Previous Episode On Why Meta Is The Best Ad Platform: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRnglXjlwMo Partner With Our Meta Ads Experts: https://www.tiereleven.com/apply Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491 Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuK Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtraf Connect with John Moran:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnmorangadsConnect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburns Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ralphhburns/ Hire Tier11 - https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-now Connect with Lauren Petrullo:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/laurenepetrullo/LinkedIn -
Create ads that convert every time with Motion’s AI tagging. Get 10% off the first three months of Motion using code TRAFFIC10 at checkout: https://motionapp.comAre you still treating organic and paid content as separate? It’s time to reconsider! Reza Khadjavi, CEO of Motion, joins us today to break down the key creative trends for 2026. We talk about the importance of "psychological kill shots" (or killer hooks) and how to use them to craft content that not only stops the scroll but drives conversions.Reza explains how understanding your audience’s organic consumption patterns can guide your paid creative approach for maximum impact. We also discuss the massive shift in creative strategy that’s reshaping how we create ads. From the "effort signal" to the visual diversity needed to avoid creative fatigue, we explore practical tips for maximizing engagement.Plus, Reza shares valuable data from Motion’s recent creative trends event and how creative testing can be more than just tweaking a few visual elements. Join us for a fresh perspective on how to leverage AI tools and creative iteration to push your campaigns to the next level.In This Episode:- Motion's record-breaking virtual event on creative trends- The collision of organic and paid media- Mastering hooks: psychological kill shots that drive engagement- How to create hundreds of ads from a single messaging angle- Why creative strategists need business acumen- Determining good creatives and visual formats for ads- Using Motion for creative inspiration and testing- Upcoming exclusive Motion bootcamp- How to connect with Reza KhadjaviMentioned in the Episode:Test Motion AI Tagging: https://motionapp.com/releases/introducing-ai-tagging?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=sponsor&utm_campaign=perpetual-traffic-podcast&utm_content=introducing-ai-taggingBook a Demo with Motion: https://motionapp.com/book-a-demo?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=sponsor&utm_campaign=perpetual-traffic-podcast&utm_content=book-a-demoWatch Previous Episodes on Meta’s Andromeda: https://perpetualtraffic.com/?s=andromedaWatch the Episode on YouTube: https://perpetualtraffic.com/youtube Motion’s 2026 Creative Trends Event: https://motionapp.com/2026-ad-creative-trends-live-lightning-round-motionGruns Superfoods Meta Ads Library:
Are you drowning your leads with follow-up after follow-up? It’s a mistake many service-based businesses make, thinking more is better. But in reality, too much follow-up could be killing your sales instead of helping them.In today’s episode, we dive into a common problem many health and wellness businesses face: low conversion rates after generating quality leads. Lauren shares an in-depth example from one of her clients who was generating tons of leads but only achieving a 5% booking rate. We explore why this happens and how you can fix it. From the crucial need for accurate data tracking to the importance of defining a "qualified lead," we outline the tweaks to your sales funnel that will boost lead conversions and significantly reduce your marketing spend.In This Episode:- Case study of high leads and low conversion rates- Sample lead qualification and conversion framework- Estimating the value of opt-ins- The correct sequence of contacting leads- Episode wrap-up and call-to-actionListen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491 Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuK Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtraf Connect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburns Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ralphhburns/ Hire Tier11 - https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-now Connect with Lauren Petrullo:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/laurenepetrullo/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenpetrullo Consult Mongoose Media - https://mongoosemedia.us/ Mentioned in this episode:We’re opening up sponsorship spots for Q1 and Q2! Apply now by visiting www.perpetualtraffic.com
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Stop obsessing over new audiences and creative tests in Meta ads. We’ve got something better! Tier 11’s John Moran is back to share his latest breakthrough: the Sticky Pixel strategy, the secret to maximising your ROAS in every campaign.Through real-world examples in highly competitive spaces, John reveals how creative diversification and understanding Meta's Andromeda update unlock massive cost reductions. His team has managed to acquire new customers for less than the cost of a click, something that would be nearly impossible if you used traditional Google Ads. We explore the real power of Meta’s new audience-building system and how it keeps your pixel "sticky" to past users while optimizing ad spend. This isn't just about theory; it’s a strategy backed by data and results. Join us now to discover how you can tweak your current campaigns to reduce cost-per-acquisition and increase your ad performance.In This Episode:- What is the Sticky Pixel Strategy?- Case study: application of the Sticky Pixel Strategy- Limitations of messaging testing in driving results- Results from broad targeting in TRT campaigns- Overcoming objections with targeted messaging- Using the feeder strategy in Meta ads- Final takeaways on Meta ads spend and strategyMentioned in the Episode:Partner With Tier 11’s Marketing Experts: https://www.tiereleven.com/apply Tier 11 nCAC: https://www.tiereleven.com/ncac Creative Diversification Package: https://www.tiereleven.com/cd Tier 11 Data Suite: https://www.tiereleven.com/what-we-do/data-suite Listen to Previous Ad Lab Live Sessions: tiereleven.com/youtube Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491 Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuK Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtraf Connect with John Moran:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnmorangads Connect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburns Instagram - a...
Stop using AI like Google for market research. Here is an easy, done-for-you marketing research prompt to help you draft Meta ads that convert: https://www.tiereleven.com/promptAre you still guessing what your market wants and calling it “creative testing”? That’s the fastest way to burn your budget in 2026. If your ads aren’t resonating, it’s probably not the algorithm. It’s your research. Most marketers skip the hardest part and wonder why creative diversification never works.In this episode, Cole Turner from Tier 11 breaks down a smarter way to do market research using AI. We walk you through a live demo showing how a multi-step prompting process compresses weeks of manual research into minutes. The real unlock isn’t the tool; it’s how you structure prompts to extract real voice-of-customer data, emotional triggers, and problem-aware insights that actually drive clicks, leads, and sales.We wrap by showing how to turn that research into ads, scripts, and landing pages that don’t sound like AI fluff. You’ll hear exactly how we use this internally before launching Meta campaigns, and why “garbage in, garbage out” is an accurate statement.In This Episode:- Why creative research still matters- ChatGPT market research framework- Turning research output into ads- When multiple ChatGPT prompts are necessary- How to access and use the market research prompt- Final advice on AI promptingMentioned in the Episode:Previous Episode With Cole Turner: https://perpetualtraffic.com/podcast/episode-747-the-1-mistake-thats-secretly-killing-your-meta-andromeda-ads-with-cole-turner/Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuKSubscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtrafConnect with Cole Turner:- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/coleturner98Connect with Ralph Burns: - LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburns- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ralphhburns/- Hire Tier11 - https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-nowConnect with Lauren Petrullo:-...
The Meta platform continues to evolve, leaving marketers with mixed feelings. While some fear the loss of control, others are already seeing extraordinary results. Today, we revisit a lab live session we had on Meta’s new Advantage+ sales system and share a game-changing creative strategy you’ll want to try.We’re hosting John Moran, who has spent over $1 million testing Meta's updates in real time. We discuss the shift from traditional targeting to AI-driven strategies in Meta’s Advantage+ campaigns. John reveals how advertisers are now at the mercy of the algorithm, with little control over exclusions or targeting. However, we’ll also show you how to fight back with custom event cAPI imports, a strategy that’s helping us regain some of the control Meta has taken away. Plus, we break down the shifts in creative testing, campaign structures, and customer targeting to keep you ahead of the curve.In This Episode:- Advantage+ campaigns vs. manual setup- Results from testing Meta’s algorithmic shift- How is Advantage+ different from PMax?- Testing Advantage+ for new customer acquisition- Merging Advantage+ with cAPI imports- Custom event cAPI imports explained- Step-by-step process of setting up Advantage+ campaigns- Inclusions and exclusions with the cAPI strategy- Regaining control with new creative strategiesMentioned in the Episode:Episode 691: The MAJOR Meta Advantage+ Changes You Must Know: https://perpetualtraffic.com/podcast/episode-691-the-major-meta-advantage-changes-you-must-know/ Meta Advantage + Breaking News! | Tier 11 Live! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9-nEIymAkw Get Your nCAC Calculator Now! https://www.tiereleven.com/ncac Tier 11 Data Suite: https://www.tiereleven.com/what-we-do/data-suite Partner with Tier 11’s digital marketing experts: https://www.tiereleven.com/apply Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491 Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuK Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtraf Connect with John Moran:LinkedIn - a...
Are you convinced your SEO is outperforming paid ads and wondering why you’re still spending six figures on Meta and Google? That assumption might be one of the worst mistakes holding your growth back. We see it all the time: brands looking at last-click data, celebrating “free” organic revenue, and completely missing what’s actually driving demand.In today’s episode, Tier 11’s John Moran breaks down a real client example showing why channel-vs-channel thinking is broken. We unpack how Meta creative diversification fuels branded search, why organic conversions are often downstream of paid traffic, and how Google Search Console exposes real brand lift. We also dispel the impression share myth, explain why doubling spend rarely doubles results, and show how feeder strategies inside Meta Andromeda let you sell multiple products on command. You’ll understand how to read organic data correctly, test hook rates without risking massive budgets, and use feeder campaigns to unlock scalable growth across product lines.In This Episode:- Should you spend more on SEO or paid ads?- Results from organic brand search - Breaking the impression share myth- The feeder strategy explained- Testing the feeder strategy on multiple products - How to test hook rates safely- Hook rates for videos versus statics Do you need help to scale your Meta ads in 2026?Partner with Tier 11’s digital marketing experts: https://www.tiereleven.com/apply Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491 Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuK Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtraf Connect with John Moran:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnmorangadsConnect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburns Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ralphhburns/ Hire Tier11 - https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-now Connect with Lauren Petrullo:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/laurenepetrullo/LinkedIn - a...
As we gear up for the new year, we step back and look at the four Perpetual Traffic episodes you listened to the most in the past year and what they reveal about where digital marketing is actually headed. The selected episodes explain why AI-powered customer conversations are being underused and how Advantage+ quietly removed real targeting control.We also break down why most attribution data is misleading, even with CAPI, and what Meta’s massive AI investments mean for marketers and small businesses moving forward. Each episode highlights a different failure point we see inside ad accounts every day: wasted spend, false confidence in platform data, and missed opportunities to turn engagement into revenue.If you want to understand what really worked in 2025 and what will matter most going into 2026, this episode ties it all together.In This Episode:- Episode #4: Using AI to convert customer conversations- Episode #3: Advantage+ and loss of targeting control- Episode #2: CAPI vs attribution with Tier 11’s Data Suite- Episode #1: DeepSeek and the future of advertising- Final thoughts and episode wrap-upFeatured Episodes:DeepSeek Explained: What Marketers Need to Know: https://youtu.be/Ai9fJx41cK0Why Your Marketing Tracking Sucks (Even If You Think It Doesn’t) and How to Fix It: https://youtu.be/SxUaKkz-5OkHow Meta Ads Are Changing Forever: Advantage+ & cAPI Subterfuge Revealed: https://youtu.be/V4vAn65Y6nIHow Meta Ads Manager Is Lying to You & What You Can Do About It: https://youtu.be/kZFiQezrv00Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuKSubscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtrafConnect with Cameron Campbell: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameron-campbell-b5070759/Connect with John Moran: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnmorangadsConnect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - a...
In this final part of our four-part series on why Meta remains the top platform for scaling in 2026, we continue analysing the evolution of Meta’s advertising engine. From the days of custom audience uploads in 2012 to the impact of the 2016 election and the fallout from the Cambridge Analytica scandal, these milestones have shaped the platform’s current landscape.We also explore how the iOS 14 update and the rise of TikTok have pushed Meta to adapt and innovate in ways that make 2026 the best time to advertise on the platform. Central to these innovations is the Andromeda algorithm and creative diversification, which are set to revolutionize your advertising strategy.You’ll discover how you can leverage these advancements to refine your marketing strategy, understand what the Andromeda update means for your campaigns, and why the future of advertising on Meta has never been more promising.In This Episode:- Why creative is now at the core of Meta ads- Cambridge Analytica scandal and the 2016 elections- Privacy issues and ad bans after Cambridge Analytica- Navigating iOS 14's App Tracking Transparency (ATT) prompt- The rise of TikTok and short-form content- Andromeda update and its impact on marketingMentioned in the Episode:Partner With Tier 11’s Digital Marketing Experts: https://www.tiereleven.com/applyHow Facebook Won Trump The Presidency In 2006: https://www.wired.com/2016/11/facebook-won-trump-election-not-just-fake-news/Brad Parscale Interview on 60 Minutes: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/parscale-tv-news-thought-i-was-a-joke/Learn More About Creative Diversification: https://www.tiereleven.com/cdThe Cambridge Analytica Scandal: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6073073/Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuKSubscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtrafConnect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburnsInstagram - a...
Do you still consider Meta a targeting platform? If so, that mindset is probably costing you scale, efficiency, and confidence in your numbers. We see too many marketers clinging to old playbooks, such as hyper-specific audiences, exclusions, and lookalikes, without realizing the platform has fundamentally changed. In this episode, we continue our discussion on the evolution of Meta advertising, from the early days of right-hand rail ads and insane third-party data to what’s happening right now. We break down why targeting used to do the heavy lifting, why that era is over, and how AI-driven delivery flipped the model on its head. If you’re running ads or managing clients who are, this series on Meta’s history and current strategies will recalibrate how you think about Meta before launching your 2026 marketing plan.In This Episode:- Early Facebook monetization and newsfeed ads- Facebook Beacon and other early failures- The birth of Facebook’s ad engine- Facebook’s IPO and Instagram acquisition- AlexNet and the foundation of AI ads- When targeting started ruling Meta ads- Creative replaces targetingMentioned in the Episode:Facebook’s Failed Beacon Project: https://www.cbc.ca/news/science/facebook-shuts-down-beacon-marketing-tool-1.832698 Partner With Tier 11's Digital Marketing Experts: https://www.tiereleven.com/apply Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491 Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuK Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtraf Connect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburns Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ralphhburns/ Hire Tier11 - https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-now Connect with Lauren Petrullo:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/laurenepetrullo/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenpetrullo Consult Mongoose Media - https://mongoosemedia.us/Mentioned in this
We continue our discussion on why Meta is still the most powerful ad platform and what to expect in the coming year. We break down how Facebook figured out monetization, from early Microsoft deals and disastrous missteps like Beacon to right-hand rail ads and the moment ads entered the newsfeed.We’ll walk you through the desktop era, the transition to mobile, and why Meta’s make-or-break moment before its IPO changed everything about how ads work today. Plus, we connect the dots to what’s happening right now with the Andromeda update and the increasing need for creative diversification.In This Episode:- Why Meta’s global reach matters- Meta’s early advertising mistakes- Facebook’s Beacon backlash explained- The right-hand rail ads era- Mobile ads turning point- Why Andromeda update changes everythingMentioned in the Episode:Previous Episode on Why Meta is The Best Ad Platform: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-meta-is-the-best-ad-platform-on-the-planet-in-2026-part-1/id1022441491?i=1000741985274Acquired Podcast’s Episode on Meta: https://www.acquired.fm/episodes/metaPerpetual Traffic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1Facebook’s Failed Beacon Project: https://www.cbc.ca/news/science/facebook-shuts-down-beacon-marketing-tool-1.832698Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuKSubscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtrafConnect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburnsInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/ralphhburns/Hire Tier11 - https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-nowConnect with Lauren Petrullo:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/laurenepetrullo/LinkedIn -
Meta’s global reach and heavy AI investments give it an undeniable edge over other digital marketing platforms. In today’s episode, we are exploring how Meta’s ongoing innovations will reshape advertising in 2026 and what this means for your business or agency.Lauren shares her firsthand experience testifying at a House subcommittee about how Meta’s AI tools are helping small businesses scale. We unpack why Meta's capabilities (like Andromeda) are game-changers for businesses that overcome AI fears and leverage Meta’s creative diversification.Plus, we look at real-world examples of how AI is amplifying business growth, and how Meta’s ecosystem can supercharge marketing strategies in ways other platforms simply can’t match.Join the conversation now if you want to stay ahead of the curve in 2026.In This Episode:- Lauren's AI testimony at a House subcommittee- Fear of AI replacing jobs vs. AI as a growth opportunity- The rising need for human interactions- Meta’s global influence on internet users- Why Meta is the best ad platform- Meta’s investment in AI and its implications for 2026- Statistics on Meta’s usage and revenue growthMentioned in the Episode:Global Internet Users: https://www.statista.com/statistics/273018/number-of-internet-users-worldwide/Facebook Usage Statistics: https://www.demandsage.com/facebook-statistics/Previous Episodes on Meta’s Andromeda: https://perpetualtraffic.com/?s=andromedaLauren's instagram post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DSFw2WvEYzi/?hl=enListen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuKSubscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtrafConnect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburnsInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/ralphhburns/Hire Tier11 - https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-nowConnect with Lauren Petrullo:Instagram -
Set up your business for success with our Creative Diversification Package. You’ll get 30+ fresh creatives monthly in 10 high-converting formats plus free access to media buying and Tier 11’s Data Suite: https://tiereleven.com/cd Are you ready for 2026? Many businesses are focusing on the wrong things right now, but setting specific, measurable goals today could set you up for massive growth next year. In this episode, we share the importance of goal-setting and how it should be the top priority as you plan for your company’s future.We explore how most businesses fail to reach their potential because they lack clear, transparent goals, especially at the leadership level. And we examine real-world examples of businesses that didn’t set measurable objectives and discuss how companies can reverse-engineer their success by breaking down their annual goals into smaller, actionable pieces.We also give you the blueprint to ensure your 2026 is a massive success. Whether you're in charge of a marketing department or running a multi-million-dollar business, we challenge you to define exactly what you want to achieve and the steps to get there.In This Episode:- Why setting SMART goals is critical - Setting transparent, company-wide goals- Breaking down annual goals into actionable steps- Determining the resources needed to achieve goals- How to involve your team in goal setting - Real-world example from Disney on setting goals- Are you setting yourself up for success in 2026?Mentioned in the Episode:Tier 11’s nCAC Calculator: https://www.tiereleven.com/ncacJFK’s SMART Goals: https://biggsuccess.com/2009/07/20/how-to-set-goals-like-john-kennedy/ RØDE PSA1+ Professional Studio Arm: https://amzn.to/3Y6kSsKRode Dynamic Podmic: https://amzn.to/4rAPWOY Shure Dynamic Podmic: https://amzn.to/3Ks4fVu Sony ZV-1F Vlog Camera: https://amzn.to/44O1MeG Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491 Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuK Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtraf Connect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn -
Meta's new Andromeda retrieval engine demands REAL creative diversity. Get Tier 11’s Creative Diversification Package and access Media Buying + Data Suite for FREE:https://tiereleven.com/cd Is Meta forcing all your ad spend into one product, regardless of what you actually want to scale? What if the very thing limiting your business isn’t your ads or your offer but the algorithm you’ve been unintentionally training?In this ad lab session, John Moran breaks down how we rebuilt a campaign architecture using a Meta version of the “feeder strategy” and unlocked the ability to steer Andromeda rather than be steamrolled by it. We share how we took a business stuck with 80% of its conversions tied to a single SKU and created a system that grows multiple products profitably, on demand.If you’ve ever wrestled with product concentration, SKU imbalance, or runaway algorithm bias, this episode is your roadmap out. We cover the data, the levers, the mistakes, and the surprising benefits we didn’t see coming. In This Episode:- Applying Google’s feeder strategy to Andromeda- Case study: training Meta to sell more products- CTR and CPC change after restructure- All clicks versus link clicks- The story-first creative advantage- Real results from testing the feeder strategy- Risk, scaling, and product diversification- How the strategy impacts company valuation- Final insights and episode wrap-upMentioned in the Episode:Previous Episode on Google’s Feeder Strategy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xndq5dyX5sU Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491 Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuK Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtraf Connect with John Moran:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnmorangads Connect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburns Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ralphhburns/ Hire Tier11 - https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-now Connect...
Do you ever feel like your marketing messages aren’t landing? What if the real issue isn’t the message itself, but how you’re communicating it? In today’s episode, we explore the art of communication with Charles Duhigg, the New York Times bestselling author of The Power of Habit and Super Communicators. Charles shares how understanding different types of conversations can help you connect with your audience, build trust, and make your marketing more effective. We touch on how this concept applies to modern marketing strategies, such as non-salesy Meta ads that subtly invite engagement rather than pushing a direct call to action. We’ll also share tactics you can start using immediately, whether you're running campaigns or navigating family holiday dynamics. Tune in to take your communication and marketing skills up a notch. In This Episode:- The power of super communication - Practical vs. emotional conversations- Turning surface-level questions into deep conversations- Listening and proving you're paying attention- Small courtesies like “please” and “thank you” have a huge impact- Communication rules across generations & online sarcasm - Connecting emotionally through Meta ads- How to connect with Charles DuhiggMentioned in the Episode:Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection: https://amzn.to/3Xj0ioW The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business: https://amzn.to/4adpO6o Previous Episode with Charles: https://perpetualtraffic.com/podcast/episode-609-unlock-the-secrets-of-connection-3-steps-to-supercommunication-with-charles-duhigg/ Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491 Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuK Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtraf Connect with Charles Duhigg:Website: https://charlesduhigg.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesduhigg/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlesduhigg/ Connect with
It’s time to draw your 2026 marketing plan, and we want to help you maximize profits with Meta ads. We’re offering you 30 monthly deliverables,10 ad types, media buying, and access to Tier 11’s Data Suite before the year ends.Claim your Creative Diversification Package now at: https://www.tiereleven.com/cd Are you trying to squeeze every last bit out of Meta, Google, and TikTok but still missing a piece of the growth puzzle? What if one of the most powerful performance channels is hiding in plain sight on your TV? That’s exactly the concept we dig into today as we explore the opportunities inside connected TV and why it’s becoming a must-have in every marketer’s media mix.We’re joined by Vibhor Kapoor, Chief Business Officer at NextRoll, to unpack how CTV has evolved from a “big brand awareness play” into a precision-targeted, full-funnel performance channel. We get into CPM shifts, attribution clarity, identity graphs, retargeting flows, and the wild amount of audience-level data available inside modern streaming platforms. Plus, we talk about how repurposed social creatives, not $200K production shoots, are already driving 2–3X stronger ROAS for brands and B2B companies. As you build your 2026 plan, this conversation will redefine multi-channel advertising and where the smartest budget shifts are happening. In This Episode:- What NextRoll does now: the evolution- How NextRoll handles attribution on social platforms- Why AI-driven budget optimization is necessary- What is CTV and why is it exploding?- CPM shifts in CTV targeting - Targeting and retargeting CTV ads across devices - Real-world CTV results- What marketers must know for 2026Mentioned in the Episode:AdRoll / NextRoll CTV case studies Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491 Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuK Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtraf Connect with Vibhor Kapoor:Website: https://www.adroll.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vibhor Connect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburns Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ralphhburns/ Hire Tier11 -
As the BFCM dust settles, it’s time to plan for Q4 and 2026. We’re offering you 30 monthly deliverables, 10 ad types, media buying, and access to Tier 11’s data suite to help you maximize profits with Meta ads.Claim your Creative Diversification Package at: https://www.tiereleven.com/cd Record Black Friday sales don’t mean anything if you shredded your margins to get there. In this episode, we reveal the hidden metrics behind a profitable BFCM, from average order value segmentation to subscription velocity and discount impact. Lauren shares the three buyer groups you must analyze to understand whether you actually grew or silently lost money. You’ll also learn what to do right now to turn BFCM buyers into profitable repeat customers in Q4 and beyond. In This Episode:- Black Friday success myths- How to measure Black Friday success- Creating a profitable seasonal offer- Segmenting and retargeting your BFCM buyers- Selling to Costco vs. Walmart buyers- Preparing offers for Q4 and 2026 Mentioned in the Episode:Marketing Performance Indicators Checklist: https://perpetualtraffic.com/mpi/ Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491 Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuK Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtraf Connect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburns Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ralphhburns/ Hire Tier11 - https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-now Connect with Lauren Petrullo:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/laurenepetrullo/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenpetrullo Consult Mongoose Media - https://mongoosemedia.us/ Mentioned in this episode:https://www.activecampaign.com/https://www.NEXTInsurance.com/perpetuala...
With the latest GEM and Andromeda updates, creative diversification is the only way to crack Meta's algorithm. We’re offering you 30 monthly deliverables,10 ad types, media buying, and access to Tier 11’s data suite to help you stay ahead.Get our exclusive Creative Diversification Package at: https://www.tiereleven.com/cd The days of throwing up a simple product photo to your Meta ads and hoping for conversions are long gone. If you’re not diversifying your creative strategy, your results will suffer. We continue our discussion with Andrew Foxwell on the latest Meta GEM update and its implications for ads.Andrew shares why evolving your creative strategy is the only way to thrive in this new era of advertising on Meta. We’ll also guide you on how to rethink your creative process and share tactics that are driving incredible results for our clients.In This Episode:- The importance of creative diversification - What makes a successful creative strategy today- How to implement creative diversification- Real-world results from creative diversification- How to hire creative strategists- Get in touch with Andrew FoxwellMentioned In The Episode:Previous Episodes on Andromeda: https://perpetualtraffic.com/?s=andromeda Foxwell Digital courses and GPT at https://www.foxwelldigital.com/ Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491 Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuK Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtraf Connect with Andrew Foxwell:Website: Foxwellfounders.com Email: andrew@foxwelldigital.comConnect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburns Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ralphhburns/ Hire Tier11 - https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-now Connect with Lauren Petrullo:Instagram -
Creative diversification is now the primary lever that Meta is rewarding. You need at least 30+ fresh concepts per month to unlock the algorithm's full potential. Our Creative Diversification Package will give you that and more. Check out the offer at: https://www.tiereleven.com/cd Meta’s latest update will fundamentally change how your ads are ranked, served, and scaled. However, most advertisers don’t even know it’s already live. This week, I’m joined by Andrew Foxwell, one of the sharpest Meta strategists in the game.Andrew breaks down Meta’s new GEM model, the “central brain” now powering ad delivery across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. We talk about cross-platform signals, why organic content matters again, and how GEM connects directly to Andromeda’s creative ranking system. We look at workflows and what your team should change immediately to stay ahead of this shift.In This Episode:- How GEM impacts Meta ads performance- The difference between GEM and other Meta updates- How advertisers can train GEM effectively- GEM’s impact on the role of organic content- What makes a “good ad” now- The necessary mindset shift for advertisersListen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491 Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuK Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtraf Connect with Andrew Foxwell:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-foxwell-2a533b7 Connect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburns Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ralphhburns/ Hire Tier11 - https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-now Connect with Lauren Petrullo:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/laurenepetrullo/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenpetrullo Consult Mongoose Media - https://mongoosemedia.us/ Mentioned in this episode:a...






Beyond a podcast, it's a marketing masterclass that transformed my career & keeps redefining my approach. Ralph, Kasim & Molly, along with A-list guests, deliver cutting-edge strategies & actionable insights for everyone: freelancers, agencies, CEOs & more. Every episode explodes with knowledge bombs, making it THE marketing podcast (trust me, I listen to them all!). Thanks for opening doors & igniting growth. Can't wait for more marketing magic! #Perpetualtraffic (PS I’d love to go to T&C!)
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What happened to this podcast? I have been listening since 2017 and the amount of promotions to value recently is appalling!
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I like this and I'll liason more.
Found this by listening to James Schramko. His info is mostly above my pay grade (my goals ate only 10k a month 😂). But using FB ads is huge for me and I love the recent conversation Molly had with James about the subject. It proves exactly what I had been thinking and why my most recent ads were simply promotion of posts that were already popular on their own. Going to be a faithful follower on here I'm sure!
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glad i heard this episode 😍
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Great insight