In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Jessica Murphy, Vice President of Global Marketing Strategy & Operations at Hasbro, to explore how play fuels connection in an increasingly digital world. Jessica unpacks the loneliness epidemic, the role of tactile and imaginative play in child development, and how Hasbro is modernizing iconic IP like My Little Pony and Peppa Pig while experimenting with AI-driven possibilities. She also shares how the toy giant is adapting its marketing playbook for YouTube, gaming, and creators, while reminding leaders why adaptability is the most critical skill in a changing marketplace.
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