In this episode, we dive into the latest announcement from Mark Zuckerberg around the future changes with the Meta platform. From spam moderation and its effects on ad payouts to the shifting dynamics of platform policies, we explore how marketers are navigating these challenges. We discuss how strict content rules impact industries like aesthetics and how platforms like TikTok are becoming havens for unrestricted creativity. Plus, tips on adapting your marketing strategy to thrive in this evolving digital landscape. We also talk about scrubs, cottage cheese flatbreads and some ads we liked this week.

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Join us for an in-depth conversation with Emily Dolton, a Facebook ads specialist turned data-driven marketing strategist. In this episode, we unpack the rapid evolution of social media in 2025, the rise of platforms like TikTok Shop, and what businesses must do to stay ahead. From mastering creative strategies to leveraging customer data and AI, Emily shares insights on adapting to a dynamic digital landscape.

Whether you're a marketer, business owner, or just curious about the future of social media marketing, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and thought-provoking ideas.

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We've got some big ambitions for 2025 - in particular, growing Rupert to 1,000 users. To do this, James and Michael discuss some ideas on how they can document the journey, create more content and remain consistent throughout the year. They also discuss some ads they liked this week, bad sales and IKEA meatballs (yum).

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