Buster Kantrow - EVP of Business Development, Lamar Advertising

02/12/25 • 45 min

In Episode 2 of this season’s Digital and Dirt podcast, Buster Kantrow, Lamar’s Executive Vice President of Business Development, joins Ian to discuss Lamar’s ongoing investments in digital billboards and the evolution of the Digital Out of Home industry. Buster also shares his passion for sports and details the fascinating career journey that took him from journalism to politics and, ultimately, to Lamar.

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Michael Provenzano Returns to Digital and Dirt: Vistar Media’s Next Big Move

In the Season 8 premiere of the Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian welcomes Michael Provenzano on the heels of major news for his company as well as the entire Out of Home industry: T-Mobile’s acquisition of Vistar Media.

Podcast Breakdown

00:00-10:30 Intro & Acquisition Announcement
10:30-15:44 Lamar's Impact on Vistar & T-Mobile Opportunity
15:44-22:42 Entrepreneurial Journey
22:42-48:48 Vision for Vistar & the Industry
48:48-1:10:23 Future Innovations & The Vistar Legacy

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Kate Griffin Gleysteen - Director of Media and Content, PDC Brands

In Episode 3 of this season’s Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian welcomes Kate Griffin Gleysteen, Director of Media and Content at PDC Brands, as explains how she balances a thriving career with motherhood. Kate is also the host of Boss Mamajama, a podcast focused on the challenges and successes of working moms.

Podcast Breakdown

00:00 - 09:05 Sailing, Sports & Family Influence
09:06 - 24:40 Breaking Into Marketing & Media
24:41 - 33:15 Agency Life & Brand Strategy
33:16 - 47:30 Spotify, CPG Industry & Evolving Media
47:31 - 56:55 Work-Life Balance, Parenthood & Advocacy