Introducing 'The Short Story Is,' a podcast where we explore the expanding world of dentsu and the transformative power of human creativity! Join us as we meet the teams from our global network who are at the forefront of all things growth — AI, emerging technology, behavioural research, brand philosophies, societal change and more.
Latest episodes
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25 min
The Future of Agencies with Dentsu Creative's Chief Future Officer
What does the future of agencies actually look like when creativity, media, and technology fully converge? In this conversation with Amy Thorne, Dentsu Creative US’s Chief Future O…
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31 min
Human Imagination In The Age Of AI
Has our imagination reached its limits?In the latest episode of The Short Story Is, Chris Bower, Managing Director of Business Transformation Consulting, dentsu APAC, explores how…
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19 min
Inside The Angry Birds Universe: the global transmedia phenomenon taking over your screens
How does a simple mobile game grow into one of the world’s most recognizable entertainment franchises? In this episode, we sit down with Eeva, Head of Brand Operations, and Hanna,…
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24 min
Being Boring Is Expensive: Creativity in the Algorithmic Era
In this special Cannes Lions episode of The Short Story Is, we explore what it takes to cut through the noise in the middle of the algorithmic era. Joined by experts from Dentsu an…
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14 min
Redefining Design in a World of AI: Adobe x dentsu | The Short Story Is LIVE at Cannes Lions
How is design evolving in the age of AI - and what does that mean for creative professionals? In this special edition of The Short Story Is, we sit down with Alejandro Chavetta, Ex…
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29 min
"Not Just A Game" with Ad Council, The Gang & dentsu on Roblox
What do you get when a nonprofit, a global ad agency, and a top @Roblox dev studio walk into a game? Something completely different — and kind of groundbreaking. In this episode…
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16 min
Gaming is Culture — Brent Koning, EVP of dentsu Gaming
In this episode of The Short Story Is, we sat down with Brent Toning, EVP of dentsu gaming—or, as we like to call him, the "Chief Gamer" at dentsu. Fresh off the release of their S…
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30 min
The Future of Anime: NFTs, Community & Innovation
Join us for the premiere episode of Season 2 of The Short Story, featuring special guests Sayoko Baba and Norio Hayashi, producers at the Business Design Centre of dentsu Japan. In…
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21 min
The philosophy behind driving brands, with Abbey Klaassen and Phil Gaughran — Live at Cannes Lions 2024
In this episode of The Short Story Is, we chat with Abbey Klaassen and Phil Gaughran from Dentsu Creative US about the core philosophy driving their brand. Discover how Dentsu Crea…
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12 min
Episode 13: Magali Huot - Live at Cannes Lions 2024
"Today, everybody is a Gamer!" Tune in as we sit down with Magali Huot, VP of Global Gaming Strategy at Dentsu! In this new episode of The Short Story Is, we explore the vibrant an…
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33 min
Episode 12: Cathy Boxall & Geneva Wasserman - Live at Cannes Lions 2024
In this exciting episode of The Short Story Is, we look into the future of entertainment with Cathy Boxall, Global Head of entertainment, and Geneva Wasserman, Global EVP of Film &…
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14 min
Episode 11: Gia Peppers — Live at Cannes Lions 2024
In this special episode of The Short Story Is, we're live at the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity with the dynamic Gia Peppers. Gia is a journalist, content creator, and the hos…
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21 min
Episode 10: You Have To Put Humanity First
We had the pleasure of sitting down with Collette Douaihy the Global Chief Creative Officer of dentsu Health and this year’s Jury President for Pharma at the Cannes Lions Festival…
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32 min
Episode 9: Moving at The Speed of Fans
Fandom—what defines it and how can marketers harness it for successful campaigns? Join us as we sit down with Lauren Webb from Dentsu Sports Analytics, the insight and analytics pi…
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10 min
Episode 8: The only limitation is imagination
Fred is back, and this time, we're diving headfirst into the world of emerging experiences! From immersive storytelling to wearable gadgets, Fred Breslau from Merkle DACH discusses…
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43 min
Episode 7: dentsu's AI Journey
Tune in as we explore the transformative potential of AI on businesses and gain exclusive perspectives from the forefront of technological innovation at dentsu. Featuring our very…
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25 min
Episode 6: 2024 through the lens of 2023
Wondering what lies ahead in the advertising landscape for 2024? Join us in the latest episode of "The Short Story Is" series for a thought-provoking discussion with Dan Calladine,…
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18 min
Episode 5: New Creativity Comes From New Challenges
How can creativity and technology redefine the way artists with different abilities perform? Join us in our latest episode as we delve into the realm of creativity and inclusivity…
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30 min
Episode 4: If everyone is powered by AI, what sets us apart?
Join us in this episode as we sit down with Thomas Walter, Chief of Services for Merkle Northern Europe. Together, we explore how Merkle strategically employs AI to not only enhanc…
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23 min
Episode 3: Good Tech Loves Good Story ft Dentsu Lab Tokyo
Have you ever wondered where those seemingly random yet brilliantly creative ideas come from? In this exciting podcast episode, we sit down with Hiromi Saito and Yusaku Wakazono fr…