Julian Kanig

Type: Person

As of November 2026, Julian Kanig has been mentioned in one podcast episode on This American Life (Jul 2025). Legendary ad copywriter at the center of a long-running dispute over credit for major campaigns and ideas, framed as an 'origin story' fight.

Advertising copywriter (creative) at Papert Koenig Lois (PKL); formerly Doyle Dane Bernbach (DDB) specializing in Advertising copywriting, Brand campaigns, Creative direction.

Julian Kanig at a glance
Mentioned in1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026)
First heardJul 2025 on This American Life
RoleAdvertising copywriter (creative)
AffiliationPapert Koenig Lois (PKL); formerly Doyle Dane Bernbach (DDB)

Who talks about Julian Kanig on podcasts?

Ira Glass brought up Julian Kanig; the most recent mention was Jul 2025 on This American Life.

What is Julian Kanig mentioned alongside?

Julian Kanig is most often mentioned alongside George Lois and Harvey Prober.

Criticizes: George Lois

Worked with: George Lois

Affiliated with: Harvey Prober