Executives from Walmart, iHeartMedia and TalkShopLive Discuss the Secrets of Live Streaming and the Original Influencers

As a seasoned moviegoer who has witnessed the rise and fall of various media trends, I find myself captivated by the dynamic evolution of streaming platforms, especially TalkShopLive and iHeartRadio.


Highlights from a recent interview with EbMaster’s Executive Interview Studio, sponsored by Canva, during this year’s Advertising Week in New York City. Jeff Cucinell, iHeartMedia’s Executive Vice President of digital marketing, shared insights on how the charisma of iHeartRadio resembles that of early influencers and discussed their role as pioneers in the field.

Concurrently, Bryan Moore, CEO and co-founder of TalkShopLive, held a discussion with Justin Breton, Walmart’s director of brand experiences and partnerships, to delve into the booming world of livestream shopping. Interestingly, despite the high-profile names associated with the company, Moore emphasizes that sometimes, a simple folding table and an exceptional product are all you need.

TalkShopLive Reveals What Fans Are Actually Looking For From The Streaming Platform

TalkShopLive merges live broadcasting with home shopping experiences, and has had high-profile guests such as Dolly Parton, the Jonas Brothers, John Legend, Anna Wintour, Jennifer Lopez, and Matthew McConaughey appear on its platform.

But before Paul McCartney told listeners to shop his talk, Walmart fully embraced the platform. Breton recounted how Walmart was the first brand to integrate with TalkShopLive, inaugurating its attempt at TikTok. “Their technology allowed us to not only provide our customers with a shoppable experience on walmart.com but also off of walmart.com, delivering on that notion of meeting customers where they are online, that shopping experience, feeling frictionless.”

Moore highlighted that the live-streaming method contradicts scheduled TV advertisements due to its interactive nature. He explained, “Unlike traditional home shopping on television, we can all participate interactively as the video is being broadcasted in real-time. The content adapts dynamically according to what viewers want to see and why they want to see it.

Jeff Cucinell of iHeart Media Discusses Innovation, Audience Reach, and the Power of Radio Personalities

Cucinell expressed utter conviction in the potency of iHeart Radio’s brand and its network of 850 radio stations, broadcasting nationwide to millions of Americans. “Every day, we have local markets hosting pioneering interviews,” he said. “Our podcasts feature big-name celebrities, trendsetters in popular culture.

I find myself expressing a similar sentiment: “I marvel at engaging conversations between individuals such as Jay Shetty and Shawn Mendez, or the crew on ‘All the Smoke’ with Kamala Harris. The question that arises is, how do we effectively disseminate this valuable content using our brand as a powerful platform? My aim is to leverage the brand’s influence, particularly in visual mediums like YouTube, as a means of expansion.

Another hot topic in the world of radio is podcasting, to which Cuncinell said, “Before there were social media platforms, you had an authentic voice on an authentic platform, radio, speaking to communities. The radio personality is the original influencer.”

As a devoted fan, I proudly acknowledge that this reliable platform holds a significant role in the world of podcasting. “Our mission as publishers lies in nurturing and amplifying the distinctive voices of over a thousand podcasts within our community. We strive to match these unique perspectives with their ideal audience groups, fostering growth and engagement.

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2024-10-15 03:46