The Future is Agentic: How to Prepare for AI in Affiliate Marketing

The Future is Agentic: How to Prepare for AI in Affiliate Marketing

Author: Lee-Ann Johnstone - Founder of Affiverse November 27, 2025 Duration: 32:52
Guest: Katie King, Author of AI Strategy for Sales and Marketing: Connecting Marketing, Sales and Customer Experience If you've been treating AI like a search engine or worrying you're falling behind, this episode cuts through the noise. Katie King, who's been tracking AI developments since 2019 and advises major brands like O2, Arsenal, and Virgin, joins Lee-Ann Johnstone to reveal why 80% of AI success depends on people, not tools. She shares the strategic frameworks that turn scattered exp...

Hosted by Lee-Ann Johnstone, the founder of the award-winning agency Affiverse, The Affiliate Marketing Podcast cuts through the noise of online business chatter. Lee-Ann, recognised as a Top 50 UK Affiliate Agency Owner, brings a grounded, practical perspective from the front lines of performance marketing. Each conversation is designed to move beyond theory, focusing on the actionable strategies and real-world experiences that actually drive growth. You'll hear from a carefully curated mix of digital marketing veterans, successful entrepreneurs, and innovative SaaS providers, all sharing their insights on what works now. This isn't about abstract ideas; it's a direct line to the tactics and partnerships that are shaping the industry. The discussions naturally explore the intersection of broader digital marketing channels with dedicated affiliate programmes, offering a holistic view for anyone building a modern business. Whether you're launching a new venture or optimising an established platform, this podcast serves as a reliable resource for honest advice and forward-thinking analysis. Tune in for a clear-eyed look at building sustainable revenue through collaborative marketing.
Author: Language: en-gb Episodes: 100

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Not Just a Moment: Why Affiliate Marketing is Everything [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:30
In this introductory episode of Season 21 of the Affiliate Marketing Podcast, host Lee-Ann Johnstone is joined by Michael Cole, SVP of Marketing for Everflow. They discuss the importance of tracking and attribution, the…
Affiliate Trends Unpacked: What We’ve Learned This Season [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:56
As Season 20 of the Affiliate Marketing Podcast concludes, host Lee-Ann Johnstone looks back at the wealth of insights shared by industry trailblazers across ten compelling episodes. From content creators who stumbled in…
How Big Affiliate Programs Keep Growing! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:17
We’re back with another enlightening episode of the Affiliate Marketing Podcast. This week, Irina Makarova, CMO at PIN-UP Partners, shares her experience transitioning from FinTech to iGaming. Irina shares how PIN-UP Par…
Scaling Your Affiliate Program Using Content on Performance [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:56
In this episode of the Affiliate Marketing Podcast, host Lee-Ann Johnstone speaks with Jodie Millward, the Agency Partnerships Lead at Linkby. They discuss the evolution of affiliate marketing, focusing on the shift from…
B2B Affiliate Marketing Strategies for Global Growth [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:12
In this episode, Lee-Ann Johnstone interviews Alexander Feist, Head of Affiliate Marketing at Sage, discussing the rapid growth of B2B affiliate marketing. They explore the importance of building strategic partnerships,…
How CSS Publishers Can Boost Your Affiliate Program Sales [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:26
In this episode of the Affiliate Marketing Podcast, host Lee-Ann Johnstone speaks with Joep van den Boer from Shoparize about the role of CSS (Comparison Shopping Services) in affiliate marketing. They discuss the import…
SEO Volatility & Affiliate Growth: How Publishers Are Adapting [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:16
In this episode, Lee-Ann Johnstone interviews Luke Watkin from MVF Global, discussing the current landscape of affiliate marketing, including the challenges posed by recent SEO changes, the integration of AI, and the imp…