Recorded live at Cannes Lions, this special episode of Pinch & Dive brings together Owi, Ula, and guest Philip Lomax (EVP at MediaScience) to talk about the state—and future—of immersive, gamified, and data-driven advertising.

We dive into attention metrics, emotional engagement, neuroscience-powered insights, and why the context of an ad matters more than ever. Philip shares groundbreaking research on platforms like Roblox, Hulu, connected TV, and shoppable ads, plus how neuroscience and eye-tracking are revealing what audiences actually feel (not just what they say).

We also cover:

• Cannes trends: AI, sports, CTV, creativity
• Why most B2B ads fail
• The rise of pause ads, trivia formats & digital mascots
• How generative AI is shaping brand testing
• Why creative science deserves a seat at the table

If you care about the future of advertising, creative effectiveness, and immersive media, this is an unmissable episode.

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Thanks for tuning into Pinch & Dive—a podcast where industry experts explore the evolving worlds of immersive media, experiential marketing, and interactive tech.

Hosted by two seasoned experts from the global creative industry:

🔧 Mateusz “Owi” Owsiany – CEO and Executive Creative Director of MPMTeam, a Global Award-Winning Creative Agency. With over a decade of experience, Owi helps brands craft unforgettable experiences that merge storytelling, strategy, and cutting-edge tech across the U.S. and Europe.

🌐 Ula Nairne – Immersive producer and strategist delivering bold, tech-driven experiences for top-tier global brands across Asia, Europe, and the U.S. Her work turns emerging technologies into real-world impact for some of the world’s most influential companies.

Each episode offers fresh insights, deep dives, and real talk with the people building what’s next — minus the hype, plus the vision.

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From Cannes to Connecticut, Formula 1 to PGA—this episode dives deep into how immersive technology is reshaping the events industry across sports, brand activations, conferences, and hybrid experiences.

Owi and Ula explore the power of virtual event extensions, interactive screens, digital twins, holograms, AR scavenger hunts, and AI-driven personalization. From Wall Street Journal’s Cannes Lions digital twin to gamified sports broadcasts and sensory-powered wellness pods at events like POSSIBLE Miami, they show how immersive media can boost reach, deepen engagement, and drive ROI—without blowing your budget.

Whether you're an event marketer, innovation lead, or tech-savvy brand builder, this episode will spark ideas that transcend physical space.

Thanks for tuning into Pinch & Dive—a podcast where industry experts explore the evolving worlds of immersive media, experiential marketing, and interactive tech.

Hosted by two seasoned experts from the global creative industry:

🔧 Mateusz “Owi” Owsiany – CEO and Executive Creative Director of MPMTeam, a Global Award-Winning Creative Agency. With over a decade of experience, Owi helps brands craft unforgettable experiences that merge storytelling, strategy, and cutting-edge tech across the U.S. and Europe.

🌐 Ula Nairne – Immersive producer and strategist delivering bold, tech-driven experiences for top-tier global brands across Asia, Europe, and the U.S. Her work turns emerging technologies into real-world impact for some of the world’s most influential companies.

Each episode offers fresh insights, deep dives, and real talk with the people building what’s next — minus the hype, plus the vision.

Pinch in. Dive deep. And join us at the edge of what’s possible.

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In Episode 4 of Pinch & Dive, Owi and Ula explore how immersive technologies are transforming corporate training, onboarding, and education—from aviation simulators to VR factory safety drills and gamified sales onboarding.

They break down why traditional training is becoming obsolete, how companies can use immersive learning to reduce costs, increase knowledge retention, and speed up onboarding by months, and how experiences like CPR simulations and digital twins are now solving real-world problems across industries like manufacturing, healthcare, HR, and education.

Whether you’re leading HR, L&D, innovation, or ops, this episode is packed with real examples and tactical value.

Thanks for tuning into Pinch & Dive—a podcast where industry experts explore the evolving worlds of immersive media, experiential marketing, and interactive tech.

Hosted by two seasoned experts from the global creative industry:

🔧 Mateusz “Owi” Owsiany – CEO and Executive Creative Director of MPMTeam, a Global Award-Winning Creative Agency. With over a decade of experience, Owi helps brands craft unforgettable experiences that merge storytelling, strategy, and cutting-edge tech across the U.S. and Europe.

🌐 Ula Nairne – Immersive producer and strategist delivering bold, tech-driven experiences for top-tier global brands across Asia, Europe, and the U.S. Her work turns emerging technologies into real-world impact for some of the world’s most influential companies.

Each episode offers fresh insights, deep dives, and real talk with the people building what’s next — minus the hype, plus the vision.

Pinch in. Dive deep. And join us at the edge of what’s possible.

🎧 Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast platform
📩 Got thoughts or ideas? Drop us a DM or comment—we love hearing from you!
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