This week on AdSpace, Elise and Jackson unwrap the most talked-about campaigns of the holiday season; from Kyle MacLachlan as Nordstrom’s “Gifting Expert” to Coca-Cola’s eyebrow-raising AI holiday ad.

They’re also unpacking the biggest headlines shaking up the ad world, including what the bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery could mean for brands everywhere. Then, it’s time for a festive Battle of the Brands, or should we say Battle of the Grinches, where they decide which brand mastered holiday storytelling.

To top it all off, the Three-Minute-Meeting spotlights Kansas City TikTok creator Kylie Walker, with advice on how she can pivot her 130K+ followers toward real career momentum.

Tune in for creative critiques, bold opinions, and just the right amount of caffeine-fueled Gen Z energy to keep your holiday spirit (and your ad strategy) alive.

In our very first episode of Ad Space, Elise and Jackson break down the week’s biggest advertising moments; from the backlash to Monster Energy’s new FLRT drink and American Eagle’s unexpected Martha Stewart holiday campaign to A24’s chaotic “Marty Supreme” hype. We cover the rise of “Black Friday Apologies,” major PR headlines including the Campbell Soup executive scandal and the Omnicom–IPG merger, and put Tide and Gatorade head-to-head in a Stranger Things–themed Battle of the Brands. Plus, we wrap with our Three-Minute Meeting, offering rapid-fire strategy advice to local business Kate’s Blowouts and Rents. Tune in for sharp analysis, Gen Z insights, and a whole lot of creative critique.