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Marketing Deconstructed

Marketing Deconstructed is where we cut through the noise and break marketing down into what actually works. The podcast is hosted by Jennifer White, founder of 5 & Rise.

What is Marketing Deconstructed?

Marketing Deconstructed is the podcast from 5 & Rise, hosted by founder and Chief Rise Strategist Jen White. Each episode cuts through the noise and breaks marketing down into what actually works. Jen brings more than 30 years of marketing experience, from Fortune 100 brands to owner-led businesses, to every conversation.

What do recent episodes cover?

Marketing Deconstructed with Jen White, Season 2 Episode 3 cover, Why Most Marketing Won't Work in 2026 and What Will.

Season 2 · January 2026 · 45 minutes

Why Most Marketing Won’t Work in 2026 (and what will)

Jen walks through 25 trends shaping marketing in 2026, from social media as a search engine to AI in content creation, and why authenticity, trust, and a strong foundation will do more for a brand than chasing trends.

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Marketing Deconstructed with Jen White, Season 2 Intro cover.

Season 2 · January 2026 · 2 minutes

Season 2 Intro

A short introduction to Season 2 of Marketing Deconstructed.

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Balanced stacked stones above the title A Holistic Approach: Authentic Messaging and Marketing Channels.

Season 1 · August 2024 · 28 minutes

Holistic Marketing & Consistent Branding

The 5 & Rise team talks through how to assess a brand across social media before launching ads, and why a holistic approach, consistent messaging, and authenticity all matter.

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David Meltzer smiling above the title From Traditional to Digital Marketing.

Season 1 · July 2024 · 17 minutes

From Traditional to Digital Marketing with David Meltzer

David Meltzer interviews Jen during NBA All-Star Weekend about the move from traditional to digital marketing, and why storytelling, community, and patience still matter on every platform.

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