Listen "Does The FTC Care if Social Media & Podcasts Are Non-Compliant?"
Episode Synopsis
In today’s episode, Greg and I discuss a tricky area for marketers: the fine line between editorial content and advertising.
Marketers use podcasts, blogs, social media posts, and other content marketing to build their brands and sell their products. Do the FTC’s rules still apply?
Just because something looks like an editorial doesn’t mean you can break the rules. Even content that subtly helps you sell can catch the FTC’s attention.
Here’s what we cover:
The clear legal line between EDITORIAL and ADVERTISING content
Why the FTC cracked down on “news-style” advertisements in 2013
How subtle phrases can turn an article into a sales piece
Real-world examples of marketers blurring this line (and paying the price)
Practical steps to keep your content compliant and still convert
This episode is a must-watch if you’re using any kind of content marketing.
Compliance isn’t just about avoiding fines; it’s about building trust with your audience. Don’t skip this one!
Marketers use podcasts, blogs, social media posts, and other content marketing to build their brands and sell their products. Do the FTC’s rules still apply?
Just because something looks like an editorial doesn’t mean you can break the rules. Even content that subtly helps you sell can catch the FTC’s attention.
Here’s what we cover:
The clear legal line between EDITORIAL and ADVERTISING content
Why the FTC cracked down on “news-style” advertisements in 2013
How subtle phrases can turn an article into a sales piece
Real-world examples of marketers blurring this line (and paying the price)
Practical steps to keep your content compliant and still convert
This episode is a must-watch if you’re using any kind of content marketing.
Compliance isn’t just about avoiding fines; it’s about building trust with your audience. Don’t skip this one!
More episodes of the podcast Don’t Say That
FTC Asset Freezes Are Surging...
27/03/2025
FTC Laws Every Marketer Must Know...
04/03/2025
Am I REALLY a Spy for the FTC?
25/02/2025
Can Marketers Really Go to Jail for Fraud?
18/02/2025
Will Disclaimers Protect You From the FTC?
11/02/2025
Did Greg Just Put A Marketer In Jail?
04/02/2025
Important 2025 Compliance Changes...
21/01/2025
The Biggest FTC Compliance Risks for 2025...
14/01/2025
What’s the FTC Up To in 2025?
07/01/2025
ZARZA We are Zarza, the prestigious firm behind major projects in information technology.