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EP 65: Serving up a Hall of Fame brand
OCTOBER 01, 2026
The International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, RI, is built on 150 years of history, but staying relevant requires more than preserving the past. It means creating new reasons for fans to care and new ways for partners to connect. On this episode...
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EP 64: The romantic, dancing and baby raves: Branding human connection
SEPTEMBER 18, 2026
Human connection is becoming a competitive advantage for brands in a world shaped by screens, algorithms and always-on content. On this episode of Brand Slam
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EP 63: Passing the Gen Z brand test
SEPTEMBER 04, 2026
Gen Z is forcing brands to rethink how they earn attention, build trust and stay relevant with a generation that has never known a world without smartphones, social media and unlimited access to information. On this episode of
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EP 62: WWE beyond the squared circle with Megan Morant
AUGUST 20, 2026
WWE has built one of the most powerful entertainment brands in the world by turning characters, stories and live moments into lasting connections with generations of fans. Behind that success is a relentless focus on storytelling, audience experienc...
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EP 61: Quack attack: How Boston Duck Tours won over the city
AUGUST 05, 2026
Boston Duck Tours has built a brand that has become part of Boston's identity. For millions of visitors, it's their introduction to the city. For locals, it's part of the celebrations that define it. What began as a small local business grew into a city icon, forever tied to the championship p...
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EP 60: Boo Boo’s Brand is Boomin’
JULY 21, 2026
Boxing may be the ultimate test of a personal brand. Every time the bell rings, reputation, preparation and performance are all on the line.. On this episode of Brand Slam, hosts Steve Rosa and Joe Kayata sit down with Providence native, Demetrius “Boo Boo” Andrade, a 2008 U.S. Olympia...
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EP 59: World Cup 2026: Brand winners and world champions
JULY 16, 2026
The World Cup is more than a soccer tournament. It is a global brand experience shaped by fandom, culture, hospitality and the shared moments that bring people together. On this special episode of Brand Slam, (add)ventures founder and CEO Steve Rosa and (add)ventures President Mary Sad...
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EP 58: Basketball without borders
JULY 02, 2026
Basketball is no longer just an American game. It is a global business, a cultural force and a powerful case study in how leadership, talent development and brand growth can move across borders. On this episode of Brand Slam, hosts Steve Rosa and Joe Kayata chat with Ryan Richman live ...
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EP 57: UConn’s playbook: Growing a winning brand in a new NIL era
JUNE 11, 2026
College athletics is no longer just about winning games. It is about building brands powerful enough to compete in a rapidly changing market. On this episode of Brand Slam, hosts Steve Rosa and Joe Kayata sit down with Jason Butikofer, Deputy Director of Athletics/Chief Operating Offic...
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EP 56: Inside Hasbro’s Marvel Universe: Scaling fandom globally
MAY 28, 2026
The world’s biggest superheroes are built on more than spectacle. They’re built on identity, emotion and fandom. In this episode of Brand Slam, hosts Steve Rosa and Joe Kayata go inside Hasbro’s Marvel universe with Mike Pullano, Senior Director of Global Brand Strategy & Marketing...
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