Ian Shepherd
The Business of Creators
The Business of Creators podcast is for content creators and professionals in the creator economy. Each week we speak to the businesses supporting the creator economy with new tools and effective means of monetisation. Subscribe to the show to learn more about the people powering this amazing new industry. The origin of the show is actually a network I set up in 2017 called The Business of Influencers, back when everyone was talking about influencers and not creators. I built the network to bring people together and it grew to more than 500 people as the creator economy boomed. But I've never...
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Ian Shepherd
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Jun 16, 2026
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Episodes
The Future of Creator Revenue with Lucy Guo, CEO of Passes 30.07.2024 11:12
In this episode, we sit down with Lucy Guo, the innovative founder of Passes, a platform revolutionizing the creator economy. Lucy shares her insights on how Passes is empowering content creators to build sustainable businesses and forge deeper connections with their audiences. From the platform's unique focus on direct messaging to its expansion into college sports, Lucy offers a fascinating...
Financing bigger projects through fan investment with Josh Reader, CEO of CreatorCut 28.07.2024 38:02
In this episode, we're joined by Josh Reader, CEO of CreatorCut, a company helping creators finance and produce bigger projects through fan investment. Josh shares his journey from traditional media at AMC Networks to the creator economy, and discusses how CreatorCut is empowering creators to own their intellectual property while unlocking the financial power of their fan communities. Key tak...
Meet the Creators Shaping the Future of Gaming - Inside the World of Professional Modders 25.07.2024 22:25
Get ready to level up your knowledge of the gaming industry's hottest trend - in-game content creation! Join us as we dive into the world of Overwolf, where passionate gamers are turning their modding skills into cold, hard cash. In this latest episode we have not one but two guests. We welcome Shahar Sorek, CMO of Overwolf - the powerhouse platform revolutionizing user-generated content in g...
From Rapper to Creator Economy Pioneer with Iggy Azalea 12.06.2024 19:34
In the latest episode of the Business of Creators, Ian speaks with Iggy Azalea about crypto and the creator economy. Iggy explains Dream Vault, her new crowdfunding platform. They also discuss the launch of her meme coin $MOTHER and the double edged sword of celebrities and crypto. The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the Creator Economy. On this sh...
The Search for Authentic Fragrances with Alexis Nikole aka The Black Forager 11.06.2024 23:02
Alexis Nikole is taking the internet by storm with her unique blend of eco-friendly lifestyle content. The former social media manager turned full-time creator has amassed a huge following for her fun, educational videos showcasing her passion for foraging and cooking with wild ingredients. From those humble beginnings, sharing photos of foraged greens and simple meals, Nikole's audience expl...
The launch of LIONS Creators with Cannes Lions CEO Simon Cook 06.06.2024 18:04
The world famous Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity recently announced LIONS Creators to accelerate the growth of the creator economy within the creative marketing mix. In this latest episode Ian is joined by Simon Cook, CEO of Cannes Lions, to discuss the initiative ahead of the show later this month. We discuss the history of this 70 year old event, the rationale behind LIONS crea...
A New AI Chatbot To Help Creators Scale with Sean Kim, President of Kajabi 16.05.2024 14:14
Check out the new Creator Chatbot that can capture email leads, offer promotions and recommend products to purchase. The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the Creator Economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the pioneers shaping the industry and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-found...
Empowering creator-educators with the tools to monetise their audience with Olivia Owens from Teachable 15.05.2024 23:30
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the Creator Economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the pioneers shaping the industry and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators to accelerate their growth. Check out...
How to make $1m in passive revenue via syndication with Alex Chavez-Munoz from Wild Vision 29.01.2024 31:49
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the creator economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the pioneers shaping the industry and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators to accelerate their growth. Check out...
Key trends in Influencer Marketing in 2024 with Lindsey Gamble from Mavrck 24.01.2024 34:13
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the creator economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the pioneers shaping the industry and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators to accelerate their growth. Check out...
Building the LinkedIn of the Creator Economy with Brian Freeman from Creatorland 16.10.2023 30:50
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the creator economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the pioneers shaping the industry and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators to accelerate their growth. Check out...
How to spot the next up and coming creator with Evan Britton from Famous Birthdays 09.10.2023 18:21
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the creator economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the pioneers shaping the industry and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators to accelerate their growth. Check out...
How to use influencers to promote your start up in exchange for equity with Scott Van den Berg from Influencer Capital 07.09.2023 24:43
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the creator economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the pioneers shaping the industry and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators to accelerate their growth. Check out...
Is this the most powerful AI tool for creators? With Opus Clip 19.07.2023 31:42
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the creator economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the pioneers shaping the industry and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators to accelerate their growth. Check out...
YouTube is going to let you A/B test thumbnails and more with Rene Ritchie from YouTube 14.06.2023 24:43
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the creator economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the pioneers shaping the industry and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators to accelerate their growth. Check out...
Translating YouTube for a global audience with Farbod Mansorian from Unilingo 04.06.2023 37:50
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the creator economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the pioneers shaping the industry and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators to accelerate their growth. Check out...
Virtual influencers and VTubers are the future with Jordi van den Bussche aka Kwebbelkop 19.04.2023 39:05
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the creator economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the pioneers shaping the industry and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators to accelerate their growth. Check out...
How to succeed in the Creator Economy in 2023 with industry veteran Avi Gandhi 05.04.2023 55:18
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the creator economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the companies supporting creators with exciting new tools and platforms and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators...
Investing in Creators with Megan Lightcap from Slow Ventures and the Creator Fund 22.03.2023 27:37
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the creator economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the companies supporting creators with exciting new tools and platforms and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators...
How some creators are making millions from their Gen Z fans with the founders of Fanfix 07.02.2023 18:13
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the creator economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the companies supporting creators with exciting new tools and platforms and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators...
Find out how YouTube's biggest gamers are cashing in on Minecraft with Melvin Hedlund from Senior Studios 12.01.2023 15:37
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the creator economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the companies supporting creators with exciting new tools and platforms and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators...
The future of the Creator Economy with Sasha Kaletsky from Creator Ventures 08.12.2022 36:33
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the creator economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the companies supporting creators with exciting new tools and platforms and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators...
How to build a production team with Jackson Williams from Stir 30.11.2022 19:25
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the creator economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the companies supporting creators with exciting new tools and platforms and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators...
How to optimize your YouTube content using Machine Learning with Charles Weill from Creator ML 17.11.2022 57:38
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the creator economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the companies supporting creators with exciting new tools and platforms and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators...
Using data to supercharge your growth on YouTube with Mateo Price from AMA 14.03.2022 32:39
The Business of Creators is a podcast for content creators and everyone interested in the creator economy. On this show Ian Shepherd speaks with the companies supporting creators with exciting new tools and platforms and digs deeper to get the scoop on new ways to create, distribute and monetize content. Ian is co-founder of Electrify Video Partners, a company investing $m in established creators...
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