Episode 61: Data, AI, and the New Marketing Playbook

Mar 12, 2026

In Episode 61 of Talking Marketing, we explore how data and artificial intelligence are reshaping the modern marketing playbook. We sit down with Nick Stamoulis, President - Brick Marketing, a Boston-based digital agency with over two decades of experience helping brands navigate the evolving digital landscape.

Together, they discuss how marketers can move beyond hype and build strategies grounded in data, long-term brand equity, and measurable revenue impact. In this episode, we explore:

• How agencies evaluate new AI tools and separate real value from industry noise
• Why first-party data and stronger tracking infrastructure are becoming essential
• The risks of AI-generated marketing at scale — and how to protect brand equity
• The future of marketing measurement beyond traditional CPA and ROAS

Whether you're a marketing professional, agency leader, or student entering the field, this conversation offers practical insights into building marketing systems that deliver sustainable growth.