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Conversations with the Creators - St. John's University

Conversations with the Creators - St. John's University

Hosted by Neil Feinstein

Episodes

38

Latest episode

Nov 2025

Language

EN

About the show

Innovators who are conceiving the coolest, hottest, most provocative ideas in marketing, media, PR and tech. Hosted by Professor Neil Feinstein, Associate Professor of Advertising Communication, St. John's University and Audrey I. Siegel-Mevorah, Adjunct Professor of Advertising and Media Strategy, St. John's University. Sponsored by the M.S. in Integrated Advertising Communications.

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November 20, 202532 min

Episode 5: Reinventing the Agency Playbook & Building Brands That Thrive – Lynn Power

Meet Lynn Power, former agency executive and now CEO & Co-Founder of MASAMI Haircare, who has helped reshape how agencies grow and how brands evolve. She breaks down how advertising has become more insight-driven, why the brand-agency relationship needs a reset, and how creative thinking and strong decision-making help brands thrive.

November 6, 202527 min

Episode 4: Unlocking Ideas and the Power of Perspective in Storytelling - John Carstens

Meet John Carstens, Chief Creative Officer at Team DDB who believes ideas are limitless when we broaden our perspective. John shares how research, exposure, and diverse voices shape stronger storytelling — and why you don’t need to be the consumer to create something meaningful. From building systems that scale creativity to unlocking unexpected insights, he shows how curiosity can turn imagination into real impact.

October 23, 202538 min

Episode 3: The Human Side of Brand Evolution - Leona Lindner

Meet Leona Lindner, President and CEO of NEA Member Benefits. Leona shares how understanding people first shaped her approach to brand evolution and leadership. From helping educators manage student debt to navigating tough partnerships, she shows how curiosity and empathy can drive real impact.

October 9, 202527 min

Episode 2: Multicultural Branding and the Evolution of Consumer Perception - Jackie Hernández

Meet Jackie Hernández, Founder and CEO of New Majority Ready and multicultural marketing expert. Jackie shows how brands can authentically engage today’s diverse audiences and shares her innovative approach to shaping the future of advertising.

September 25, 202529 min

Episode 1: TikTokification and the Future of Influencer Marketing - Corey Martin

Meet Corey Martin, Managing Director at Lippe Taylor and Influencer Marketing expert. Corey tells us what will happen if TikTok is banned. He also takes you into the creative war rooms as he and his team conceived programs for Dove and CeraVe.

April 15, 20249 min

Purely Puris Episode 4

In the final episode of the Purely Puris series, hear why Martin fired clients, what his secret is to great advertising, and where the opportunity lies for the future of the industry.

April 8, 20249 min

Purely Puris Episode 3

In episode three of our new 4-series podcast with advertising great, Martin Puris, listen to the story behind the famous Club Med, UPS, and Waterford Crystal accounts.

March 25, 20248 min

Purely Puris Episode 2

The second episode in our new 4-series podcast with advertising great, Martin Puris. Get to know the story behind the Ammirati & Puris agency and how they created arguably advertising’s most famous tagline...

March 14, 20249 min

Purely Puris Episode 1

The first episode in our new 4-series podcast with advertising great, Martin Puris. Get to know the man behind what is arguably advertising’s most famous tagline....

February 14, 202423 min

How Innovation Comes to Life in the Production Studio - Scott Peters

Meet Scott Peters, Founder/CEO of Assemble. Scott is an entrepreneur who comes up with breakthrough ideas every day. He believes production should be front, and center, not a secondary part of the advertising ecosystem. Plus, if you’re looking to break into the industry, Scott has some excellent advice.

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