Cocktails, Tangents and Answers
Cocktails, Tangents and Answers is a marketing podcast that takes you on a ride with our team. We'll kick off every episode with a little chat, a cocktail recipe (sometimes basic, sometimes craft, sometimes bougie) before we get into a conversation to tackle some of the pressing marketing questions of the day. And of course, our brains take us on some of the most wonderful tangents. Come along for the ride!
Episodes
How to Stand Out in a Sea of B2B Sameness
When it comes to B2B marketing, standing out can be quite a challenge. When every business is saying the same things, how do you differentiate yourself from the sea of sameness? In this episode of Cocktails, Tangents, and Answers, hosts Rich and Zac discuss "invisible differentiators." What they are and how you can use them to stand out!
In this episode, we’re letting AI do the pitching. We prompted it to generate B2B campaign ideas, then we’re reacting to them by breaking down what would work, what wouldn’t and how we’d make them stronger.Â
Cocktail: Fall Sangria
Celebrity chef Bobby Flay crafted this sangria to capture the essence of fall in every sip. Inspired by the season’s bounty, it combines the tart brightness of blood orange...
Caramel Apple Martini
This martini combines fresh apple cider, caramel sauce, vodka, and butterscotch schnapps so you get the crispness of fall apples with a buttery caramel twist. It’s fun, a little indulgent, and gives you something memorable to sip while you dig into this week's episode
Ingredients:
•Caramel sauce (for rimming the glasses)
•Ice (for shaking)
•4 oz apple cider
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In B2B, your brand isn’t just a logo or a tagline, it’s the culture behind the company. From how your teams work together to how they show up for clients, culture shapes the story buyers believe and trust. In this episode, we’ll explore the link between culture and brand, why it’s a competitive advantage and how companies can intentionally build culture that drives growth.Â
Chit-Cha Toddy
The Chit-Ch...
In this episode, we'll explore how pricing serves as a strategic lever in B2B marketing. We'll discuss its impact on buyer perception, its role in brand positioning and best practices for aligning pricing with value to drive growth.
Cocktail:Jack the Pumpkin
 This cocktail combines applejack, pumpkin puree and apple cider for a smooth, fall-ready blend. The ginger beer gives it a little bite, an...
B2B Trends for 2026
As we head into Q4, the pace of change in B2B marketing isn’t slowing down. From shifting buyer expectations to new digital tactics, we’re looking at the trends and challenges shaping the end of the year and where the biggest opportunities lie for 2026
Harvest Moon
This cocktail comes from Food Network and was created by Guy Fieri. It’s built around all the seasonal fall flavo...
What Should Marketers Focus on in Q4
In this episode, we’re kicking off Q4 with a look at the state of marketing. We’ll share our biggest thoughts on what’s driving change right now and highlight the challenges and opportunities that will define how marketers finish the year strong.
Pumpkin Spice White Russian
This cocktail has everything you want in a fall drink. Think of it as the after-5 p.m. version of your morn...
How to Deal With Burnout in MarketingÂ
What if we told you that over 80% of marketers are dealing with burnout, and more than half feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted or undervalued? In this episode, we’re talking about why creative fatigue is hitting so hard… and how to fight back.
The Tia Mia is a modern riff on the Mai Tai that swaps the classic dark rum float for mezcal espadĂn, giving it smoky depth alongside f...
Three Marketing Campaigns You Should Steal
We’re breaking down three real campaigns that drove results and how you can “steal” the strategies for yourself. You’ll walk away with practical, ready-to-use ideas you can plug into your own marketing.
Cocktail: Hello Sun
Aloe isn’t just for sunburns or houseplants; it’s also a surprisingly versatile cocktail ingredient. Bartenders love it for the softness, ...
Is Direct Mail Marketing Worth It?
If you could achieve an 80 to 90% open rate on your next marketing campaign, would you go for it? Even if it’s a direct mail campaign? In this episode, we’re exploring whether direct mail still works in 2025, what the data shows and our thoughts on the topic.Â
Brandy AlexanderÂ
The Brandy Alexander is a creamy, decadent cocktail that gained popularity in the 1970s, particularly in upsca...
This week, we’re highlighting our Account Supervisor, Catelin Drey. She manages clients and is our resident office extrovert.Â
Elevate your marketing with our blog's exclusive tips, tricks and FREE resources! 🤩 https://blog.antidote71.com/ Â
We'd love to hear from you! Share your thoughts in the comments below, or join us on our social media platforms. 👇
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Is Podcast Advertising Worth It?
Podcast advertising has grown into a multi-billion-dollar industry, but does it work for B2B? In this episode, we're exploring the role of podcast ads in a modern marketing strategy.Â
The Appletini was first crafted in the 1990s at Lola’s in West Hollywood, quickly becoming a pop culture staple (Scrubs and Sex and the City). While it sometimes gets written off as a “novelty” drink, ...
This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at our 71 Shirts internship. Megan will share what it was like to step into an internship where you’re not just shadowing, you’re running a real eCommerce business.
Hugo Spritz
A refreshing twist on the classic spritz, the Hugo Spritz originated in northern Italy in the early 2000s. Created as a lighter, more floral alternative to the Aperol Spritz, it ble...
We’re exploring what sets LinkedIn Ads apart from other platforms and who should actually be using them. Riley will share key insights on how to create effective LinkedIn campaigns when you’re just starting out.
Riley Collins
This cocktail is our twist on a classic Tom Collins, customized to suit our guest Riley’s unique palate. We swapped out a few ingredients to better reflect his preferences, keeping it crisp and ref...
Elevate your marketing with our blog's exclusive tips, tricks and FREE resources! 🤩 https://blog.antidote71.com/ Â
We'd love to hear from you! Share your thoughts in the comments below, or join us on our social media platforms. 👇
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Hosts: Rich Mackey & Catelin Drey
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