Snow Days Aren’t Fun Anymore | Weekly Report for January 23, 2026
Well, the “Storm of the Century” turned out to be just another garden variety weather event. The breathless predictions of 23 inches of snow turned out to be a wimpy…
AI, Automation + Authenticity: The New Marketing Balancing Act
Written by: Robyn Quarles *AI has entered the chat.* Actually, AI has taken over the entire conversation (not this one, though đ). Have you noticed brands churning out content at…
Green Acres | Weekly Report for January 23, 2026
In the 1960s sitcom Green Acres, the conflict between the urbane lawyer Mr. Douglas and the wily Mr. Haney was the catalyst for comedy. After 5 straight years of city folk moving into rural areas…
The Food Pyramid Scheme | Weekly Report for January 16, 2026
So we now have a new Food Pyramid. Why? Because the old one established by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) in 1992 led to the unhealthiest generation yet; Gen Y. Dear Millennials, before I go…
Death and Taxes | Weekly Report for January 9, 2026
Welcome to 2026! Youâll be getting a W-2 from your employer soon in the mail. Itâs an annual reminder of what you made and what the government took in taxes. You might…
New Year, New You: Detox Bad Advertising Habits and Embrace the Fresh Trends of 2026
Written by: Lauren McKinney The confettiâs been swept up, the champagne flutes are washed and back in the cabinet, and suddenly every brand and business is staring down a familiar…
New Year, Old Me | Weekly Report for January 2, 2026
Itâs already started. Madison Avenue has been bombarding us with ads this week, promising a ânew you in the New Year.â Diets, weight loss drugs, and fitness clubs all try to entice people…
Wrapping Up the Year: 2025 at Madison+Main
Written by: Lauren McKinney As the year draws to a close, weâre taking a moment to reflect on what an extraordinary 2025 it has been here at Madison+Main. From powerful…
Boxing Day! | Weekly Report for December 26, 2025
Hey folksâŚskipping the BIG email and BIG list of stuff this week. Iâve been goofing off since itâs the holiday season. I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and since today is Boxing…
We Wish You a Merry Christmas | Weekly Report for December 19, 2025
Andy Williams belting out âItâs the Most Wonderful Time of the Yearâ just makes me smile. I gave myself XM Satellite Radio for my birthday and Iâve got FOUR Christmas music channels and Iâve been listening non-stop…