Content Kingdom

In this episode of Content Kingdom, host David G. Ewing sits down with Jimmy Gibson—former magician turned VP of Brand Communication at Thrive Internet Marketing Agency—to explore how the principles of magic translate into marketing that captivates and converts. Jimmy unpacks his Magic Script Framework of connection, curiosity, and conversion, shares how to rise above the flood of AI-generated noi...

Marketing doesn’t have to feel like chaos. In this episode of Content Kingdom , host David G. Ewing sits down with Tim Parkin of The Parkin Group to uncover practical systems every marketing leader can use to escape “marketing hell” and create predictable results. You’ll learn: How to design your “perfect week” with the Strategic Hour Why 80% of marketing is trash (and what to focus on instead) Th...

MasterCard’s Executive Vice President of Marketing & Communications for the Americas, Rustom Dastoor, joins our host, David G. Ewing on Content Kingdom. In this episode, he shares how one of the world’s most valuable brands thrives in today’s fragmented, polarized media landscape. From PGA mic’d-up moments and Lionel Messi partnerships to McLaren Formula 1 and small-town holiday festivals, Rus...

In this episode of Content Kingdom, host David G. Ewing sits down with Alec Haase, GM of AI Decisioning at Hightouch, to explore the transformative power of AI in content creation and marketing. Discover how AI is reshaping the landscape by enabling marketers to harness data-driven insights, optimize campaigns, and achieve unprecedented efficiency. Alec shares real-world examples of AI's impact, f...

In this episode of Content Kingdom, we’re diving deep with Brian A. Hall, a seasoned storyteller and strategic thinker who believes that connection is the true foundation of impactful content. We explore:- Why connection matters more than just pumping out content- The human side of content marketing- Brian’s journey and insights into building meaningful audience relationships- Real-world tips on s...

In this inspiring episode, David G. Ewing sits down with Paige Velasquez Budde , Co-Founding Partner and CEO at Zilker Media , to unpack the strategy behind turning content into authentic connection. Paige shares the proven framework her agency uses to help thought leaders, authors, and brands build visibility and trust in a saturated digital landscape. You’ll hear how Zilker Media’s "Authority Ma...

In this episode of Content Kingdom, host David G. Ewing sits down with serial entrepreneur and creative content trailblazer Mason Arnold to dive deep into the wacky, wildly effective world of content marketing. From launching a landscaping company with a flyer that got him threatened by a postman, to building a 100,000-subscriber newsletter full of veggie puns and cheeky innuendos, Mason shares ho...

In this episode of Content Kingdom, David G. Ewing sits down with John Carter at Simpler Trading, the quiet force behind a no-code SaaS that hit $3M ARR without a flashy team or big funding. John shares how his obsession with solving problems and crafting clean UX led to success, why he ditched Twitter threads for real community, and how he’s redefining “growth” on his own terms. It’s a masterclas...

In this episode of Content Kingdom, David G. Ewing chats with Pavel Kolenda, founder of Backyard Pods—a company born from a sketch, a vacation, and a few viral renderings. Pavel shares how he turned a construction side hustle into a thriving lifestyle brand that’s helping people reclaim space and sanity. From viral OnlyFans builds to landing a partnership with Lowe’s, Pavel breaks down what makes...

In this kickoff episode of Content Kingdom , host David G. Ewing sits down with Karim Abed, founder of WYR, the minimalist menswear brand built on premium Egyptian cotton and razor-sharp business sense. From corporate finance to launching a DTC startup during the pandemic, Karim shares real lessons on content marketing, brand authenticity, and the power of data-driven storytelling. Hear how a shir...