The sound-off era is over. Screens are fading, and brands still chasing clicks are falling behind. In this session we preview new research from 5,000+ consumers, 100+ advertisers, and 30+ experts on the shift reshaping media: audio as modern life’s connective tissue - earning attention and emotion. With voice-first AI, audio becomes the primary interface, where trust and taste still matter and brands can show up without interrupting. Leave with why audio+ is essential for sustainable brand impact—and how Spotify leads today.