A feel-good radio ad that feels no good

Inspiration meets innovation at Brandweek, the ultimate marketing experience. Join industry luminaries, rising talent and strategic experts in Phoenix, Arizona this September 23–26 to assess challenges, develop solutions and create new pathways for growth. Register early to save.


There is still a place for authenticity, one hopes, even in radio advertising, the Land Where Snake Oil Flows like Honey. So, when a woman named Susan McNamara talks about her recovery from cancer in a Novartis spot (sorry, no link), you know she’s no actress, so for a few seconds you feel good about that. But how can you tell she’s not an actress? Because hers is one of the worst voiceovers in the history of radio.

AW+

WORK SMARTER - LEARN, GROW AND BE INSPIRED.

Subscribe today!

To Read the Full Story Become an Adweek+ Subscriber

View Subscription Options

Already a member? Sign in