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Jul 10, 2026

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Ep 389: Unlocking SEO Success in 2024 – Mastering Video Content & Google's New SGE Update | AKNF 22.03.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup In this conversation, Eric and Ismail discuss the current state of SEO and the changes happening in the search engine results page (SERP). They explore the increase in Reddit and Quora content in search results and the concept of Parasite SEO. Ismail explains the importance of valuable content, brand building, and the power of video in SEO....

Ep 388: How FourSigmatic Gets Aggressive on Amazon Ads to Pick Up the Meta Slack Top of Funnel 18.03.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup Welcome to the latest episode of the DTC Podcast, where we dive into the incredible journey of Four Sigmatic, a brand that's reshaping how we think about coffee. Today, Rick Cadotte shares the inside scoop on their strategic pivot from Meta to Amazon, unleashing a wave of creative and aggressive marketing strategies at the top of the fu...

Ep 387: How to extend the life of your cookies to improve your conversion funnel support emails | AKNF 15.03.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup In this episode, Jordan Gordon, Pilothouse's Retention Director discusses the importance of funnel support (abandon cart, abandon checkout etc) in email marketing and provides tips for optimizing funnel support emails. Work with Jordan and Pilothouse ➝ https://pilothouse.co He explains how to extend the life of the cookie to improve con...

Ep 386: American Innovation and Heritage – Vyper Industrial's 8 Figure Shop Chair Journey 11.03.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup Hello and welcome to DTC Podcast, today we're pulling up a stool with Vyper Industrial CEO, Dayne Rusch who noticed the modifications his father made to his workshop chair that improved its comfort and functionality, and recognized a massive opportunity to update a century old industry standard. https://www.vyperindustrial.com/ Now an 8...

Ep 385: Really short form video ads – Why 3-5 second ads are crushing on Meta | AKNF 08.03.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup It's All Killer, No Filler and today we're jamming with Aves from Pilothouse about the burgeoning trend of short-form content in social video platforms. In an era where attention spans are shrinking, Avery enlightens us on how to capture and engage audiences in mere seconds. Today’s episode is a treasure trove for brand founders and...

Bonus: Predicting The Future of First Party Data with Black Crow's Richard Harris and Klaviyo's Steve Rowland 06.03.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup Hello and welcome to DTC Podcast, I'm Eric Dyck, today we're forecasting the future of First Party Data with a couple SAAS Legends: Richard Harris, CEO of Black Crow AI and Klaviyo's President, Steve Rowland... https://blackcrow.ai https://klaviyo.com With third party cookie data disappearing, first party data becomes all the mo...

Ep 384: Revitalizing a Hydration Empire – Dan Crosby and the BioSteel Turnaround Story 04.03.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup Hello and welcome to DTC Podcast, is actually flowing through my internal organs as we speak. Today you'll meet, Dan Crosby the Canadian Protein Mogul who recently bid and to his initial surprise bought, Biosteel from the clutches of an ugly bankruptcy proceeding splashed all over the headlines... https://biosteel.ca Biosteel is a no su...

Ep 383: Meta Ads State of the Union 2024 + the Treat Yo' Self Economy | AKNF 01.03.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup It's All Killer No Filler - Year over year, CPMS and CPCS are a little up. Spend is fairly flat, but AOV is CRANKING. Learn what's new, tried, and true about offer testing , ad credits, spending bursts , Post V-Day hangover, and the new developments with Meta's AI Tools. (Advantage+, Dynamic Ads and more) Timestamps: [00:00:00]...

Ep 382: Launching Premium Niche Fashion Brands with Oren John, the Internet's Marketing Director 26.02.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup Hello and welcome to DTC Podcast, I'm Eric Dyck. Today we're talking brand building with the Internet's Marketing Director Oren John. Oren is one of my favorite content creators on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok under the handle OrenMeetsWorld where he creates videos that covers the intersection of high fashion, brand creation,...

Ep 381: The Ultimate CRO Framework for Media Buyers | AKNF 23.02.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup In this episode, Brett Turner discusses the importance of Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) and how to approach it from a media buyer's perspective. He emphasizes the need for a strategic roadmap to test and optimize various elements of the conversion funnel, such as landing pages, product detail pages, and ad creatives. Brett also hig...

Ep 380: Streamlining Success – Outway's Taylor Fraser on Simplifying to Scale Ecommerce 19.02.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup Welcome to the DTC podcast, where we're excited to feature Taylor Fraser, a vital force behind the innovative sock brand Outway. A Victoria local and seasoned e-commerce expert, Taylor brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective on brand growth and strategy. In this episode, Taylor shares his biggest learning from 2023: the p...

Ep 379: TikTok Shops Affiliates – The Time is NOW | AKNF 16.02.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup It's All Killer No Filler and today we're talking TikTok Shops and their Affiliate program with Spencer from Pilothouse. Learn how you can get your brand on TikTok though Affiliates without having to worry about building out your own big organic presence. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction to TikTok Shops & E-commerce Success 0...

Ep 378: Ezra Evolves Ecom - Ezra Firestone on Proactive SEO and The Power of Brand Acquisition 12.02.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup Hello and welcome to the DTC Podcast, I'm Eric Dyck. Today I'm catching up with my old friend and mentor Ezra Firestone, the DTC Powerhouse behind Boom Cosmetics with Cindy Joseph, Zipify, Smart Marketer, and more recently Navage, a leading nasal irrigator product that Ezra's company acquired. Ezra is an ecommerce operator who s...

Ep 377: Spilling the Secrets to Performance Max on Google (and when to just run Shopping campaigns) | AKNF 09.02.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup On this week's all killer no filler, Brian from Pilothouse's Google team discusses the nuances and effectiveness of Performance Max campaigns in Google Ads. He highlights the importance of asset groups, segmentation, and the use of first-party data in maximizing results. Brian also shares insights on the inclusion of branded keyword...

Ep 376: Don't Dare Call it CONTENT! The Art of Brand Storytelling with Niclas Bornling from Craft Sportswear 05.02.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup Hello and welcome to the DTC Podcast, I’m Eric Dyck. Today, we’re excited to have an incredible guest, Niclas, who has masterfully woven the art of storytelling into the fabric of branding, transforming iconic brands like Salomon, New Era, Keen, Houdini and currently Craft Sportwear, a trail running brand cashing in on the newish wave of ni...

Ep 375: "The Three W's" of Email Click Through Rate: Pilothouse's Jordan Gordon | AKNF 02.02.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup In this all killer no filler conversation, Jordan Gordon discusses the importance of clicks and click flows in multi-stage conversion funnels. He emphasizes the need for assets in the marketing funnel to fulfill three key purposes: telling the user where they are, what they need to do, and what's in it for them. Jordan explains how this...

Bonus: Our Plastic World (and What We Can Do About It) with CleanHub's Joel Tasche 31.01.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup Hello and welcome to DTC Podcast, I'm Eric Dyck. On this pod, almost everything we talk about contributes in one way or another to a large problem the world faces...plastic pollution, so today' we're focused on how we're going to tackle it. https://cleanhub.com Enter Joel Tasche, founder and CEO of CleanHub, the world's...

Ep 374: Eric Ji Sun Wu's Evolution from Gainful's Personalized Nutrition, to Sobo's Asian American Comfort Foods 29.01.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup Hello and welcome to DTC Podcast, I'm Eric Dyck. Today's podcast revisits one of our favorite guests, Eric Ji Sun Wu, who founded and grew his Personalized Nutrition startup Gainful to 8 figures, helping them navigate multiple funding rounds and innovative retail partnership with Target, where they pioneered in-store personalization...

Ep 373: Red, Pink, and Purple Season - The Art of Valentines Day Advertising | AKNF 26.01.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup Hello and welcome back to another episode of All Killer, No Filler. If you haven't already started your Valentines Day advertising, chances are you've seen the telltale roses, hearts, and love-filled colors on your social feeds. Join Eric Dyck and Jocelyn and Abby from the Pilothouse Meta team as they delve into the dynamic world of...

Ep 372: Blending Boundaries – The Rumpl x Houdini Partnership Story of Innovation & Sustainability 22.01.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup Hello and welcome to DTC Podcast, I'm Eric Dyck. Today we're exploring a unique partnership between two of my personal favorite brands – the outdoor blanket sensation Rumpl, and the eco-conscious apparel trailblazers at Houdini. This episode isn't just about a product; it's about a philosophy, a journey of sustainability, an...

Ep 371: The BIGGEST Mistake we See with Amazon Ads + Strategies to Reduce Returns! | AKNF 19.01.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup It's All Killer No Filler and we're chatting today with Rob and Clifford from Pilothouse Amazon, to discuss the number one thing we see brands do incorrect with their Amazon Ads campaign structures, exactly how to diagnose it, and how to do it right. Why you need to break your branded terms out from your broad campaigns ASAP How to...

Bonus: What is TRUE Top of Funnel Marketing? Media Mix Analysis for All with Keen's Greg Dolan 17.01.2024

To Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup Welcome to DTC Podcast, I'm Eric Dyck. Today we're talking with Keen Decision's Founder Greg Dolan about 2024 planning, and how brands can determine their optimum media mix.... Understand the power of media mix analysis! https://keends.com From shattering my concept of Top of Funnel, to teaching me the basics of media mix ana...

Ep 370: The Anyday Microwave Renaissance: Story-Telling with Plain Text Emails 15.01.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup Hello and welcome to DTC Podcast, I'm Eric Dyck. Today we're reheating the concept of microwave cookery, with Anyday founder, Steph Chen, and her Marketing Lead Danielle Walsh... We learn about the family business origin of this upstart brand, coming from the world's largest cookware dynasty, Meyer... Today's podcast deep di...

Ep 369: Avoiding the Q1 Hangover on Meta Ads (Plus our 3 Pillars of Success for 2024) | AKNF 12.01.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup It's All Killer No Filler and today we're talking with Nate, Taylor and Jacob about the 2024 State of the Union for Meta Ads including our 3 pillars of success, how to avoid the Q4 hangover, our thoughts on the raging Cost Cap Debate, and Zuck's Macadamia - Kobe Leave-The-World-Behind Compound. Check out this sweet Cost Cap deba...

Ep 368: Nick Shackelford BREZes to a Milly in 8 Months – THC Meets CPG 08.01.2024

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup Hello and welcome to DTC Podcast, I'm Eric Dyck. Today I'm catching up with my old friend Nick Shackelford, founder of Structured and BREZ his new low dose Cannabis beverage he's building in public, with explosive, inspiring results, breaking the million dollar mark in their first 8 months. Today's talk is a crash course on...

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