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Author: Braunsy & Janelle

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A podcast examining the state of marketing and advertising through a very Black lens. Hosts Braunsy & Janelle, discuss boss moves in pop culture, brands that just can't seem to get it right, and those rare occasions when miraculously they do! Hear interviews with Black ads folks putting in the necessary work and up your knowledge with the backstories "they" don't want you to know. All here on #WitchaBlackAds
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88. Failing Forward

88. Failing Forward

2025-11-0738:40

This week, we're talking Failing Forward with Diarrha N’Diaye’s major move to EVP of SKIMS Beauty & Fragrance, A$AP Rocky getting his flowers as a fashion icon, Teen Vogue folding into Vogue.com (end of an era!), Under Armour’s new Lab96 studio, and the NBA on Prime’s “Victory” theme song that's lowkey a bop.
87. The Boy Who Cried Wolf

87. The Boy Who Cried Wolf

2025-10-2301:06:58

This week, we’re talking the return of Verzuz with Cash Money vs. No Limit at ComplexCon, LeBron linking up with Hennessy for a headline-making stunt, Cardi B getting in her baby bag with Bobbie, and Athlos partnering with Cash App to finally get athletes paid. Watch on youtube and follow us on IG!
86. Are We the Drama?

86. Are We the Drama?

2025-10-0948:46

We’re back with episode 86 of Witch Black Ads, talking Stephon Diggs’ Asics collab, Cardi’s album rollout, Michael Vick cashing checks from Mitchell and Ness, *checks notes* Jaden Smith as the new Men’s Creative Director at Christian Louboutin?, and much more. Watch on youtube and follow us on IG!
85. Two-Hand Touch

85. Two-Hand Touch

2025-09-1858:42

We're tackling quite a bit this week, from the NFL's kick-off to a slew of new athletes and creative collaborations. We discuss the latest from Travis Hunter, Adidas x Tracy McGrady, Telfar x Timberland, and the new partnership between On and Burna Boy.
84. Serving Looks

84. Serving Looks

2025-09-0401:01:19

The US Open 🎾 is here, and we’ve got plenty to cover—Venus’s on-court fits, Serena co-signing Ro, Taylor Townsend’s rise, the ongoing denim wars, and Eve stepping out in Ice Studio Timbs. All that and more in this week’s episode.
83. Sole Searching

83. Sole Searching

2025-08-2138:51

A lot of Sole Searching going on. This time around we’re talking Zendaya’s (and Law Roach’s) partnership with On, Latto reviving Apple Bottoms, SZA getting into her “Artistic Director” bag with Vans, Rihanna’s latest offering with Puma and much more. Watch on youtube and follow us on IG!
82. Black Americana

82. Black Americana

2025-08-0738:32

This week we’re talking Ralph Lauren’s nod to Oak Bluffs, pgLang’s new agency, Beyoncé latest collection with Levi’s, and much more. We also get into how the political climate is making brands play it “safe.” Tap in. Watch on youtube and follow us on IG!
81. Tone Deaf

81. Tone Deaf

2025-07-2401:13:14

We’ve got a long list of topics to cover on episode 81 of Witcha Black Ads. This go ‘round, we’re discussing AMP’s ill-timed partnership with Target, the rollout masterclass put on by The Clipse, Tyler’s new era, seafood boils, and much more. Watch on youtube and follow us on IG!
80. Jammy Egg

80. Jammy Egg

2025-07-1056:20

Jellyfish, Jammy Eggs, and unpaid debts are all on the docket for Episode 80 of Witcha Black Ads. This week we’re getting into Adidas’ MFin Superstar spot, Instagram’s Anyway campaign, Travis Scott’s new Chief Visionary title, and much more. Watch on youtube and follow us on IG!
79. Read the Room

79. Read the Room

2025-06-2645:38

This week we’re "reading the room" on all the latest! Talking OKC Thunder's championship and the Converse moment, Faith Kipyegon's 4-minute mile and Nike's "Breaking 4" project. We dive into Solange x Ilia Beauty, Gilga x Moncler, and the buzz around the Telfar model search. And of course, Venus and Serena's new podcast on X. Watch on youtube and follow us on IG!
78. Win Paris

78. Win Paris

2025-06-1245:08

Was the Coco Gauff win ad well orchestrated? Are we feeling Tali’s new shoe with Puma? Did Meg really design her new swimwear line? Just a few burning questions that get answered on episode 78 of Witch Black Ads. Watch on youtube and follow us on IG!
77. Drops After Drop

77. Drops After Drop

2025-05-2933:38

This week we got a bit to unpack, from Savannah James's grand entry into luxury beauty and Jide Osifeso's mission to reframe Reebok's basketball game, to Kendrick Lamar's surprising Gatorade collaboration. This and more.. like subcribe and share! Watch on youtube and follow us on IG!
76. In The Wild

76. In The Wild

2025-05-1544:20

Hot mics and hotter takes. The new A’One, Fenty’s collab with the Liberty, MET Gala hits and misses, and dirty kicks are all on the docket for Episode 76. Watch on youtube and follow us on IG!
Episode 75 is for the fashion girlies and the aging millennials. We get into CoCo’s Miu Miu debut, Kendrick pulling double duty with Chanel and Gatorade, that Supreme x 40 Acres & a Mule drop, SZA’s NOT Beauty line, and much more. Somewhere in all that we realized… we’re old. 😩
74. Sauced Up

74. Sauced Up

2025-04-1747:58

Bi-coastal and back at it. Episode 74 dives into CoCo’s new shoe with New Balance, Puma getting us high, and Lacoste hitting the streets—literally. Plus: grillz for the sauce, Beyoncé’s back in denim, LeBron’s linking with Barbie, and Topicals just bagged Bread.
73. Kitten Boot

73. Kitten Boot

2025-04-0349:00

This week, we're diving into March Madness and the big moves shaking up the sports world, both on and off the court. Plus, we're exploring the "Tequila Wars" and the celebrity tequila craze. Are we reaching peak tequila saturation? Join @braunsybrooks and @janelle.nicole_ as they discuss these topics and more. Watch on youtube and follow us on IG!
Season 3 (and some change) is finally here! We know, we’ve been gone for a minute, but we’re back and ready to get into it. A$AP Rocky is putting his stamp on Ray-Ban, Nike is making power moves with Skims and Tyla, and Supreme just put Ernie Barnes in the mix. Plus, what’s next for Doechii? Tap in, we’ve got a lot to catch up on. You know where to find us! Tap in on YouTube. Filmed and edited by Hamadi Price Keep up with us on IG @witchablackads
71. No Round 2s

71. No Round 2s

2024-09-2050:30

We’re talking Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show announcement, Beyoncé diving into the whiskey game with Sir Davis, and the CMAs snubbing Cowboy Carter. Plus, we’re breaking down Old Navy’s latest campaign with Precious Lee and so much more.
70. Olympics Recap

70. Olympics Recap

2024-08-1640:32

This week, we dive deep into all things Olympics! From iconic athletes to unexpected hurdles (pun intended), we break down the drama and excitement. We also hit on the past and present opportunities for brands in the world of sports. Subscribe on YouTube or listen wherever you find podcasts!
69. Sum' Light

69. Sum' Light

2024-07-2635:12

We’re keeping it light with Episode 69, chatting about Nike’s new spot, Fenty’s partnership with the Olympics, and Nigel Sylvester teaming up with Jordan. Subscribe on YouTube or listen wherever you find podcasts!
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