The ROI of Organic Social Media (and Why AI Won’t Save Bad Brands) with Jarrah Brailey

Are we entering the era of slow marketing?

I sat down with Jarrah Brailey to talk about the campaigns, conversations, and marketing trends shaping 2026, and there’s a lot to discuss. We get into the AI obsession happening inside agencies right now, why most AI-generated content still feels soulless, and the reason “slow” might become the most powerful word in marketing.

From Greek yoghurt confusion to FMCG billboards, we analyse the campaigns and cultural cues brands should be paying attention to.

We also go through why Fayt Estate was one of the smartest brand activations we’ve seen in a long time. From creator selection to world-building, Brittany Saunders understood something most brands miss: campaigns are meant to create moments people want to belong to.

We talk about why out-of-home advertising still works, why niche creators outperform generic influencer lists and how great brands build emotional relevance instead of just chasing reach.

We then discuss the real ROI of organic social media. The tension between ambition and balance, reassurance marketing, Emma Grede’s comments about work and motherhood, and why founders trying to do “bare minimum marketing” are setting themselves up to fail.

If you’re trying to build a brand without getting swept up in AI panic, content churn and bad marketing advice, this episode will help you think a bit more clearly about what really works.

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