Ep. 00: Is Anything in Paid Advertising Even Real?

You’ve seen the headlines. You’ve heard the hype. You’ve probably even burned budget on a “proven funnel.”

But let’s be honest: is anything in paid advertising even real?

In this kickoff episode, host Adam W. Barney (author, strategist, energy coach, and $100M+ ad spend veteran) lays out why this podcast exists, who it’s for, and what to expect in the episodes ahead.

🎙️ Expect unfiltered conversations with agency founders, marketers, and skeptics who’ve been in the trenches—plus real systems, real insight, and no fluff.

If you’re building a $250K–$5M agency and want to scale smarter (without burning out), here’s where it starts.


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Creators and Guests

Adam W. Barney
Host
Adam W. Barney
Adam W. Barney helps transitioning leaders navigate career and leadership inflection points with clarity and momentum. Author of Make Your Own Glass Half Full and creator of EnergyOS. Based in Boston, fueled by family and music.
Ep. 00: Is Anything in Paid Advertising Even Real?
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