Welcome back, marketers, influencers, and mischief-makers! In this week’s episode of "Marketing, Machines & Mischief," Matthew and Chris break down the biggest headlines shaking up the world of advertising. Meta is set to overtake Google in global ad revenue for the first time ever—find out what this milestone really means for brands and marketers. Then, we hit the East Coast, where Virginia Beach is staking $1 million on tourism campaigns to quell concerns after recent violence, raising tough questions about ethics in messaging.

Plus, we dive into forced market regress in Iran, where marketers are ditching social media in favor of good old SMS amid internet blackouts. It’s not all news: Chris spotlights Airwallex’s bold, cinematic campaign that flips fintech branding on its head, while Matthew unpacks Runway’s mind-bending AI ad for a watch brand that doesn’t even exist. And don’t miss their uproarious round of "Wrong Answers Only" as they imagine commercials for iconic fake brands from pop culture. This is the insider scoop you need—delivered fast, fresh, and with just the right amount of trouble.

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