Best René Brooks Podcasts (2025)

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616: Dave Koch – Shoot Less, Earn More: A Smarter Way to Do Real Estate Photography 56:30

6d ago56:30

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Dave Koch of Real Estate Media Utah had me excited to record something different for today's interview! Dave has been running a successful luxury real estate photography business in Utah, USA, for the past decade. His Instagram bio says: Utah's Premiere Real Estate & Architect…

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The Mother of All Decisions w/ Betsy Armstrong 43:21

7d ago43:21

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198 If you've ever felt crippled by loss and utterly uncertain about your next steps, this episode is for you. In her new book, The Mother of All Decisions, Betsy Armstrong navigates the impossible--the early death of her mother, the wrath of her stepfather, chronic pain, and a harrowing adoption journey--with the kind of steadfast resilience that …

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McKnight Tonight S02E01 - Rail unions taking the piss + radio legend John Stanley 46:43

7d ago46:43

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We're back for season 2 and Rob is ready to rant! Support this show by buying Rob a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/mcknighttonight Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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615: Blair deLaubenfels – Booking Luxury Photography Clients Starts with the Right Images—and Words 57:42

12d ago57:42

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Blair deLaubenfels of www.worldsbestweddingphotos.com and www.artlifeandbusiness.com was first interviewed for Episode 378 of the podcast, where she detailed the best ways to curate your portfolio to better market and promote yourself and your business. She believes curation i…

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Join Us on May 13 + Writing and Publishing w/ Melanie Brooks 1:03:00

14d ago1:03:00

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197 To celebrate Melanie and Nadine's collaborative masterclass, Publishing Your Stories, on May 13, we're bringing back this chat with Melanie Brooks. If you can't make it live, you can still register and catch the replay. --- Many of us have carried at least one hard story for years, suffering under the weight of secrecy and silence. But what if …

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614: Charles Moll – Winning Out-of-Town Wedding Photography Clients with Smart SEO 48:22

19d ago48:22

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Charles Moll of www.charlesmoll.com is a full-time wedding photographer based in Bozeman, Montana, with 7 years of experience. Before wedding photography, he honed his marketing, videography, and photography skills worldwide while working for non-profits. Since pursuing photog…

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Healing from Trauma w/ Dr. Hillary McBride 51:02

21d ago51:02

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196 To celebrate the publication of Dr. Hillary McBride's latest book, Holy Hurt: Understanding and Healing from Spiritual Trauma, we're bringing back this beloved conversation about how to hold ourselves when we are hurting. Why does it hurt so badly when things don't go as we'd hoped? How do we hold ourselves when we're in great pain? How do we t…

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613: Walid Azami – Calling Out the Fakes in the Photography Industry

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Walid Aami of www.walidazami.com first appeared on the podcast a few years ago in episode 493, where we dived deep into pricing for all photographers, and working in the world of celebrities and commercial clients in Los Angeles. His photography journey started with an opportu…

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Honoring National Infertility Awareness Week w/ Hillary Alberta Sherer 1:08:25

28d ago1:08:25

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195 In honor of National Infertility Awareness Week, we're bringing back our conversation with the founder of Humanize Infertility, Hillary Alberta Sherer. Whether you're experiencing infertility or want to support someone who is, you won't want to miss this profound conversation. In this episode, Nadine and Hillary discuss the emotional impact of …

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612: Laura Längsfeld – How a Senior Dog Project Became a €50K Business 45:56

1M ago45:56

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Laura Langfield of www.llphotography.de is a pet photographer based in Germany who has been a PhotoBizX Member for 4 years and nothing makes me happier than having a chance to record an interview like this one. Laura recently emailed me about completing her first book project …

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Apprentice Year Adventures #3: Writing, Garbage Time, and HRT 2:03

1M ago2:03

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194 Nadine is taking a semi-sabbatical this year to study, try new things, and travel, and she's sharing her adventures with you in a podcast series that will air multiple times throughout the year. In this 3rd episode, she shares the highlights, challenges, and takeaways from her March areas of interest: creative writing, garbage time, and perimen…

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611: Renee Bowen – Senior Portraits That Sell: What Teens Want, What Parents Buy 49:46

1M ago49:46

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Renee Bowen of www.reneebowen.com first appeared on the podcast in our start-of-the-year predictions episode, where some of the world’s best photography business coaches shared their insights. In that episode, she talked about AI fatigue and how clients are craving real, authe…

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Reclaiming Your Voice in Midlife w/ Tia Levings 54:35

1M ago54:35

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193 Disruptor and author of a Well-Trained Wife, Tia Levings shares her journey of escaping a high-control religious environment and reclaiming her identity. Tia roots for women to recognize their worth and reclaim their voices, especially in the face of patriarchal systems. Tia walks us through her daily practices for nervous system regulation and…

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610: George Tatakis – Turning Creative Obsession Into a Thriving Photography Business 56:41

2M ago56:41

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area George Tatakis of www.tatakis.com was a rare and beautiful find for this podcast episode. It's rare to feature a European photographer on the podcast, particularly a photographer who shoots in the style and income-producing strategy of George Takais. After exchanging a few ema…

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The Book Every Writer Needs w/ Maggie Smith 59:02

2M ago59:02

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192 To celebrate the release of Maggie Smith's new guidebook for writers called Dear Writer: Pep Talks and Practical Advice for a Creative Life, we're bringing back this beloved chat with Maggie about writing, self-trust, and life in the ellipsis! --- What do we do when the future we thought we’d have is wiped clean, and we're stuck in uncertainty?…

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609: Brooke Jefferson – How a Small-Town Photographer Built a Booked-Out Business

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Brooke Jefferson of www.brookejefferson.com/photography was first featured in the Coaches Predictions episode that kicked off in 2025, where she said that Behind The Scenes Content (BTS) will be a game changer for photographers this year. She knows exactly what it takes to tur…

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Join Us on Apr 15 + Navigating Mid-life Transitions w/ Sara Avant Stover 44:13

2M ago44:13

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191 To celebrate Nadine + Sara's upcoming collaborative masterclass on April 15, we're bringing back this much-loved episode w/ Sara Avant Stover. Register for the class at https://www.nadinekenneyjohnstone.com/classes If you've ever felt alone in your suffering and uncertainty, this episode is for you. Bestselling author Sara Avant Stover shares h…

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608: Joe Jenkins – From Craigslist Scam to Six-Figure Photographer 42:22

2M ago42:22

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Joe Jenkins of www.joejenkinsphoto.com sent one of the best interview requests I've received in the 12 years since starting the podcast. The subject line read: How a scam on Craigslist kicked off my full-time, professional photography career in NYC. Then, the email… My name is…

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Awaken Your Wild Soul w/ Renee Trudeau 41:52

2M ago41:52

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190 To celebrate Renee's April 25th women's retreat: Tending Your Wild Fire, we're brining back this fan favorite episode. Award winning author and retreat leader Renee Trudeau joins Nadine to talk about the self discernment practices she does when she feels lost, why she walked away from a book deal, how her life has changed in the last 2 years, a…

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607: Heather Lahtinen – Why Your Photography Business Isn’t Growing (And How to Fix It)

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Heather Lahtinen of https://flourishacademy.mykajabi.com/ first appeared on my radar when Wisconsin Dog Photographer and Premium Member Jan Bezzo recommended her. Jan emailed to tell me that she'd been coached by Heather in the past and would do so again, hopefully soon. Heath…

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How to Understand Ourselves w/ Buddhist Teacher Susan Piver 58:37

2M ago58:37

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189 To celebrate the release of Susan's new book, Inexplicable Joy, we're bringing back this fan-favorite episode! Buddhist teacher and writer, Susan Piver, talks about the surprising path that landed her on Oprah and the NY Times bestseller list. She candidly opens up about the pitfalls of publishing that lead her to start her own press. Nadine an…

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606: Caitlin McColl – From Postpartum Depression to Rebuilding a Thriving Photography Business 44:31

3M ago44:31

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Caitlin McColl of www.ragamuffinpetphotography.com.au and www.tailsoftheworld.com is one of Australia's best pet photographers! Her work first caught my eye over ten years ago, and we followed up with episode number 24 of the podcast, where she shared the details of working wi…

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Apprentice Year Adventures #2 - Reclaiming Agency 3:38

3M ago3:38

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188 Nadine is taking a semi-sabbatical this year to study, try new things, and travel, and she's sharing her adventures with you in a podcast series that will air multiple times throughout the year. In this 2nd episode, she shares the highlights, challenges, and takeaways from her February areas of interest: creative writing, local food sourcing, a…

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605: Jeff Brown – The Business Failure That Changed Everything—And What You Can Learn From It 54:18

3M ago54:18

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Jeff Brown of www.thephotographersmentor.com needs no introduction if you've been listening for any time! He's appeared on the podcast multiple times, focusing mainly on LinkedIn and utilising that platform to attract and book clients. He also has a couple of courses on PhotoB…

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Getting Amazing Writing Residencies w/ Faith Adiele + Join Us on Mar 11 53:57

3M ago53:57

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187 We're bringing back this encore episode to celebrate Faith and Nadine's March 11 masterclass: Applying to Residencies and Fellowships. Replay will be sent if you can't make it live. Episode originally aired in June 2023. Want to know how to fulfill your writing and traveling dreams (& receive full or partial funding)? Grab a notebook because th…

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McKnight Tonight 002: Why the NDIS should pay for sex workers & new developments in that vile antisemitic video 52:21

3M ago52:21

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Tonight’s topics: - That vile antisemitic video by two nurses at Bankstown Hospital - Why disabled people should be able to pay for sex workers using the NDIS - Idiotic plans to drop the speed limit to 30kph in Sydney - Rob’s rant against sovereign citizens and protesters - A new twist in the case of convicted serial killer Lucy Letby - Channel 10 …

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604: Belinda Richards – Game Changing Strategies to Attract the Right Photography Clients 1:25:02

3M ago1:25:02

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Belinda Richards of www.belindarichards.com popped up on my radar following a beautiful email from PhotoBizX premium member and German-based photographer Birgit Zimmerman. I jumped over to check out today's guest's website, and OMG… SO GOOD! Her website is filled with humour i…

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Apprentice Year Adventures #1 - Lessons in Self Compassion 3:22

3M ago3:22

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186 Nadine is taking a semi-sabbatical this year to study, try new things, and travel, and she's sharing her adventures with you in a podcast series that will air multiple times throughout the year. In this kick-off episode, she shares the highlights, challenges, and takeaways from her recent two-week trip to California to study conscious dance at …

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014: From Corporate Girl to Social Media Strategist: Amanda Kohal on Boundaries, and Balance 37:55

3M ago37:55

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Join Brooke on Socially Unapologetic as she chats with Amanda Kohal, founder of The Wolfie Co and creator of the InstaSite strategy. Amanda shares her journey from corporate life to running her own successful social media business, discusses her love-hate relationship with the agency model, and reveals how she balances her life with strict boundari…

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603: Vanessa German – How to build a small town thriving photography business 49:57

3M ago49:57

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Vanessa German of www.vannfineart.com and her photography business was a bit of an enigma to me. I was excited to dive in and learn more about what I believe is an incredibly successful business… but I just wasn't sure. Here's some background… The photography on her website is…

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McKnight Tonight S01E01 45:22

3M ago45:22

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This is an audio recording of McKnight Tonight, which originally streamed on Saturday 8 February 2025. Topics include: Sam Kerr called a police officer 'stupid and white' and played the racism card, showing her true side. Why Tesla drivers are worse than Volvo drivers Sympathy for the Adelaide mum who threatened a schoolgirl in a classroom Renters …

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Raising Independent Kids w/ Emily Edlynn + Join us on Feb 27 56:43

3M ago56:43

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185 We're bringing back this encore episode to celebrate Emily and Nadine's Feb 27 masterclass: Integrating Research into Writing. Replay will be sent if you can't make it live. Episode originally aired in Summer 2024. We want to protect our children but we can sense that our over protection is doing more damage than good. In this eye-opening conve…

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013: Empowering Women Through Menopause: A Conversation with Dr. Diana Castleman 24:20

3M ago24:20

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Join host Brooke on Socially Unapologetic as she chats with Dr. Diana Castleman, a naturopathic doctor with a passion for empowering women during midlife transitions. Dr. Castleman opens up about her personal journey into naturopathic medicine, inspired by her family’s experiences with menopause. In this episode, she discusses her mission to provid…

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602: Noel Marcantel – The Headshot Pricing & Business Strategy That Earns $3,000+ Per Session 42:47

3M ago42:47

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Noel Marcantel of www.noelmarcantel.com first appeared in the recent Studio Special episode of the podcast, where we explored the benefits and pitfalls for photographers looking to work from a studio space. He is a prominent headshot, branding, and editorial photographer based…

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Living Life on Our Own Terms w/ Molly Wizenberg 57:32

3M ago57:32

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184 This chat w/ bestselling memoirist Molly Wizenberg covers it all: partnership, parenting, writing, teaching, navigating midlife, and taking brave action. At its heart though, it's a chat about following our desire, even when it disturbs the status quo. About Molly's latest memoir, The Fixed Stars: "At age 36, while serving on a jury, author Mol…

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012: Serendipity & Storytelling: Crafting Resilient Brands with Mahfuz Chowdhury 28:32

4M ago28:32

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In this episode of Socially Unapologetic, Brooke sits down with Mahfuz Chowdhury, a national award-winning Brand Strategist, Guinness World Record holder, and author of The Resilient Brand: Storytelling in a Digital Era. Mahfuz shares his journey of serendipitous success, from a shy student to a global speaker and host of the Canadian Western Bank …

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601: Jane Thomson – Secrets to Organic Growth. A different approach to photography business success 49:38

4M ago49:38

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Jane Thompson of www.janethomsonphotography.com is a Canadian-based dog and portrait photographer who came from the commercial television world before discovering and studying photography. Take one look at her photography, and you'll be drawn in by her classic and dramatic sty…

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Personal Highs and Lows: A Year in Review 3:13

4M ago3:13

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183 In this candid episode, Nadine reviews the highlights and hardships from the past year. She shares the good, bad, and the complicated when it comes to navigating mid-life, parenting a middle-schooler, living in FL, having difficult conversations w/ loved ones, prioritizing fun, and everything in between. Access for the full episode is available…

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011: Cozy Ambitions: How Sunset Snuggles Turned Comfort into Community 30:17

4M ago30:17

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In this episode of Socially Unapologetic, host Brooke welcomes Amanda Cameron, the founder of Sunset Snuggles, for her first-ever podcast appearance. Amanda shares how she transformed her love for cozy moments with her family into a thriving small business during the pandemic. From leveraging Instagram influencer marketing to navigating the challen…

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600: PBX Premium Member Recordings – Lessons, Takeaways and Goals 1:14:22

4M ago1:14:22

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Welcome to a very special milestone episode of PhotoBizX—our 600th! This week, we’re not just reflecting on the journey so far, but celebrating you, the incredible Premium Members who have made this podcast what it is today. Your engagement, insights, and stories inspire not j…

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Join us on Jan 22! + From Seed to Story w/ Tamara Belinfanti 47:23

4M ago47:23

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182 We're bringing back this encore episode to celebrate Tamara and Nadine's Jan 22 masterclass: Writing for Major Magazines. Replay will be sent if you can't make it live. Episode originally aired in 2021: How does an idea become a book? How do you find the time to write in the midst of working and parenting? How do you overcome fear of what other…

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010: Flow and Flourish: Wellness, Business, and Authenticity with Renée Virdee 28:39

4M ago28:39

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In this episode of Socially Unapologetic, Brooke is joined by Renée Virdee, founder of LymphTopia and a lymphatic drainage massage specialist. Renée shares her journey into the world of wellness, the transformative power of lymphatic drainage, and her passion for bringing holistic health to the forefront of self-care practices. They dive into the c…

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599: Carolyne & Alasdair – Sell First, Shoot Later: A winning photography sales strategy 49:10

4M ago49:10

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Carolyne and Alisdair of www.carriesoutherton.co.uk first appeared on the podcast for episode 312, and the title was “How to build a hugely successful dog photography business.” At the time, she was running Scotland's ONLY dedicated dog Photography Studio with SEVEN Acres of S…

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Taking a Grown-Up Gap Year w/ Nic Antoinette 56:28

4M ago56:28

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181 What if a gap year wasn't only reserved for high school grads trying to find themselves? Writer, hiker, and anti-capitalist tiny biz owner, Nic Antoinette, discusses the inspiration behind her 2025 grown up gap year, and Nadine opens up about the moment of jealousy that led to her "apprentice year." This is not a new-year-new-you, live-your-bes…

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009: The Journey of Ubiquity Creative: Building a Brand with Purpose and Passion 38:38

4M ago38:38

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In this episode of Socially Unapologetic, host Brooke sits down for an in-person conversation with Kiefer, founder of Ubiquity Creative. From his humble beginnings trading marketing services for food to leading a creative agency and multiple brands, Kiefer shares his journey through freelancing, agency life, and entrepreneurship. They dive into: • …

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2025 New Year Special – Photography Business Predictions by the Coaches – Part 2 48:08

4M ago48:08

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Happy New Year, and welcome to a special podcast episode to kick off 2025. For this episode, I asked some of my favourite and new-to-me photography business coaches to contribute and share their thoughts on how this year will shape photographers running their businesses follow…

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2025 New Year Special: Photography Business Predictions by the Coaches — Part 1 57:00

5M ago57:00

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Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area Happy New Year, and welcome to a special podcast episode to kick off 2025. For this episode, I asked some of my favourite and new-to-me photography business coaches to contribute and share their thoughts on how this year will shape photographers running their businesses follow…

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