Best Shopify Store Optimization Podcasts (2025)

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5 Charts That Explain Crypto Right Now 28:47

1d ago28:47

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with @DarenMatsuoka @rhhackett Today we've got a midyear market update and news episode for you. At the end of last year, our guest — and resident data weatherman — Daren Matsuoka put out a post on "5 metrics to watch in 2025." Most of the metrics that Daren picked measure how crypto's adoption: from mobile wallet usage and onchain transaction fees…

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Google Ads for Shopify Ecommerce Store: Step-by-step guide for business owners 41:19

1d ago41:19

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Send us a textBy Femi Olajiga

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Troubleshooting Google Ads account to reduce budget waste 41:19

4d ago41:19

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Send us a text Summary In this conversation, Femi Olajiga and Erno Horváth discuss the common pitfalls that lead to wasted budgets in Google Ads campaigns. They explore the importance of understanding the Google Ads ecosystem, the role of conversion tracking, the significance of landing pages, and strategies to optimize ad settings. The discussion …

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Shopify POS V10: What’s New? 39:19

4d ago39:19

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Also on YouTube: youtu.be/4lOLw1k4ocA Shopify VP of Retail, Ray Reddy, joins to walk through what’s new in POS V10. Faster checkouts Split fulfillment Custom branding Better search If you sell in person, this episode is for you. Show Links Shopify POS Shopify Editions (Summer 2025) Ray Reddy on LinkedIn Sponsors Zipify – Build high-converting sales…

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E604: Manufacturing in America vs China - My Honest Take 24:59

5d ago24:59

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In this episode, Dave explores the differences between manufacturing in China, India and the USA after ordering some products from all three countries. We talk about the good, the bad and the ugly between all three areas and the factors that you should consider if you do choose to move your manufacturing to India or to America. Specifically, we'll …

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Wait — The Bank Froze Your Life Savings? 1:25:17

10d ago1:25:17

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with @MinarikLaw @EMinSF @rhhackett Imagine waking up one day to find your bank account frozen. No warning. No explanation. No recourse. This is not a thought experiment. It’s a real situation. And it’s happened not just to crypto companies and their founders, but to ordinary people who are just trying to live their lives. That includes our guest t…

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Inside Shopify Editions.dev 2025 59:57

11d ago59:57

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Watch on YouTube Shopify unveiled a sweeping AI-first vision at Editions.dev 2025, and it's got their partners buzzing. In this episode, we go beyond the keynote to bring you on-the-ground reactions from developers, partners, and skeptics alike. Featuring interviews with: Anne Thomas (Design Packs) Ezra Firestone (Zipify) Jamil Bhuya (Otherhalf Stu…

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E603: The Ultimate 3 Month Product Launch Plan 14:29

12d ago14:29

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In this episode, Dave breaks down his personal strategy and process for launching new products on Amazon, detailing a four-stage approach that spans from the first few weeks after launch to ongoing strategies for maintaining sales and optimizing listings. We talk about why its important to have a pricing strategy and an ACOS goal, to have only exac…

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Inside the Solana Story: Near-Death Brushes and a Need for Speed (with Solana) 49:37

16d ago49:37

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with @aeyakovenko @alive_eth Today’s episode features Solana cofounder Anatoly Yakovenko in conversation with a16z General Partner Ali Yahya, recorded live at our CSX Crypto Startup Accelerator program earlier this year. Anatoly shares the origin story of Solana — from a late-night eureka moment to thousands of investor meetings and several near-de…

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How BRĒZ Built a $28M Better-For-You Buzz Brand on Shopify 37:27

18d ago37:27

37:27

What if your Shopify brand could sell 16 million cans and hit $28M in its first full year? Aaron Nosbisch did just that with BRĒZ, a microdose drink brand that taps into the decline of alcohol, the rise of wellness, and a smarter ecommerce playbook. In this episode, he breaks down the entire journey—from ignored category to household name. Show Lin…

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With AI, Anyone Can Be a Coder (with Github CEO) 15:12

19d ago15:12

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In this special episode from TED Tech, hear from GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke on how AI is breaking the barrier to entry for coding. Who could a coder look like if you could code just by talking out loud? Learn how, thanks to AI, creating software is becoming as simple (and joyful) as building LEGO. In a live demo, he introduces Copilot Workspace: an A…

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E602: BIG Amazon Seller Just Went Public - 5 Takeaways 15:17

19d ago15:17

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In this episode, Dave talks about the recent IPO of a major Chinese Amazon seller, SainStore, and explores key insights from their filings. He covers the diverse brand strategies employed by the company (and a lot of other Chinese companies, in fact), the viability of the aggregator model in China, and the company's profitability metrics, inventory…

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Keyword Mapping for SEO – Demystifying SEO for Growth 19:31

22d ago19:31

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Send us a text Summary In this conversation, Femi Olajiga discusses the critical importance of keyword mapping in SEO, especially in the context of changing search behaviors influenced by AI tools. He differentiates between keyword research and keyword mapping, emphasizing the need for a strategic approach to target specific keywords for different …

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AI vs. ID: Proof of human in a world of agents, bots, deep fakes, more 2:04:31

22d ago2:04:31

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with @eddylazzarin @adrian_ludwig @remco @smc90 Hi everyone, welcome to this week’s episode of web3 with a16z podcast, I’m Sonal, and today we’re talking about a hot topic which is also very evergreen because we’re entering a world where AI – including AI agents, bots, deep fakes, and so on -- are changing the internet, very drastically. And so we …

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AI Mode for SEO: Going beyond SEO Ranking to Brand Visibility 14:05

24d ago14:05

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Send us a text Summary In this episode, Femi Olajiga discusses the evolving landscape of SEO in the context of AI-powered search. He emphasizes the importance of adapting SEO strategies to enhance brand visibility beyond traditional ranking methods. Key topics include understanding user intent, conducting content audits, creating optimized content,…

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How a BOGO Deal Bootstrapped Neven Eyewear to Millions 51:42

25d ago51:42

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Also on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fXKVcwl8FS8 How a BOGO Deal Bootstrapped Neven Eyewear to Millions Jonathan Strauss lost a $500 pair of sunglasses jet skiing—and turned that wipeout into Neven Eyewear. What began as a desperate liquidation promo turned into a DTC breakthrough. In this episode, Strauss reveals how a buy-one-get-two offer saved his…

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E601: Top 10 Sellers on Amazon 19:21

26d ago19:21

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In this episode, Dave dives into the 10 biggest sellers (by revenue) on Amazon, delving into their business models, what types of products they offer, and what small businesses can learn from them. Dave talks about discuss the importance of targeting the right demographic, the competitive landscape of supplements, and the rise of Amazon-native bran…

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Google Ads for Lead generation websites: How to improve the quality of your leads 18:25

29d ago18:25

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Send us a text Summary In this conversation, Femi Olajiga discusses the critical relationship between Google Ads and lead generation, particularly in the B2B sector. He emphasizes the importance of aligning the sales team with the Google Ads team to improve lead quality. Key topics include understanding customer motivations, effective keyword resea…

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Marketing 101 for Startups: Token Launches, Memes, Reaching Devs & More 1:05:15

1M ago1:05:15

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with @kimbatronic @amandatylerj @clairekart Welcome to web3 with a16z. Since our show covers both tech trends and company building, today’s topic is all about marketing — including differences between marketing in crypto and traditional tech. The conversation shares a candid look at what works — and what doesn’t — when it comes to building reputati…

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Google Ads for beginners: How to Launch Your First Profitable Google Ads Campaign Today 1:03:27

1M ago1:03:27

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Digital Customer Experience podcast, Femi Olajiga and Erno Horvath discuss the essentials of Google Ads for beginners. They cover the various types of campaigns, the importance of setting clear objectives, and the significance of keyword research. Erno shares insights on how small businesses can leverag…

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SEO in 2025: What Still Works for Shopify 50:39

1M ago50:39

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Still trying to crack the SEO code in 2025? Jeff Oxford has worked on 300+ eCommerce sites, and he’s here to share what actually works for Shopify merchants now. From why your $300 product may be killing your rankings to how AI tools can scale your SEO ops, Jeff cuts through the noise. This episode delivers a tactical, no-fluff breakdown of SEO str…

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Google Ads Tutorial for Medical Practices, Doctors, GPs and Dental Clinics! 26:37

1M ago26:37

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Send us a text Summary In this episode, Femi Olajiga discusses the importance of Google Ads for medical practices, emphasizing the need for healthcare providers to understand the platform to effectively attract clients. He covers various aspects of Google Ads, including campaign objectives, types of ads, keyword research, quality scores, bidding st…

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E600: Mike Left E-Commerce for This - Part 2 48:36

1M ago48:36

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Mike is back on the podcast to finally reveal what he's been up to in the past year. He shares his journey from e-commerce to going full-time content creation on launching a YouTube channel while also talking about the importance of video content in promoting e-commerce brands and the potential for YouTube as a business opportunity. Struggling with…

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Everything Stablecoins: Big Picture, Deep Dive 1:08:58

1M ago1:08:58

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with @cdixon @SamBroner @rhhackett Stablecoins are quietly transforming how money moves — faster, cheaper, and more globally than ever before. In this episode, we take a deep look at why stablecoins have emerged as one of the most promising applications in crypto today — and how they could reshape global payments. I’m joined by Chris Dixon, founder…

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All the Stablecoin News: Stripe, Visa, Coinbase, Circle, More 24:24

1M ago24:24

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with @rhhackett @smc90 @DarenMatsuoka @SamBroner Welcome to web3 with a16z, a show about the next generation of the internet. I'm Robert Hackett. There has been a flurry of stablecoin news lately, so we're doing a special bonus episode to cover everything that's been going on. Sonal and I are joined by a16z crypto’s Data Science lead Daren Matsuoka…

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Meta’s AI Ads Engine Explained (Andromeda + ASC) 45:02

1M ago45:02

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Also available on YouTube: youtu.be/m9YTxRsosJA Meta just rewrote the Facebook ads playbook—and Shopify merchants need to catch up. In this episode of The Unofficial Shopify Podcast, ad strategist Kurt Bullock (Produce Dept) breaks down how Meta’s new AI-driven ad system, Andromeda, is reshaping targeting, delivery, and scale. From embeddings and v…

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E599: Why Mike Left E-Commerce - Part 1 31:22

1M ago31:22

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If you've been listening to the podcast recently, you must have asked yourself, "where did Mike Jackness go?". Today, he's on the podcast to talk about his journey from running multiple e-commerce brands to transitioning out of the industry. Struggling with tariffs? Unsure about upcoming changes? Let’s talk! With Portless, you only pay tariffs afte…

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Quantum Computing: What, When, Where, How 1:15:13

1M ago1:15:13

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with @danboneh @succinctJT @smc90 This episode is all about quantum computing -- what it is, how it works, what's hype vs. reality, and how to prepare for it/ what builders should do. Specifically, we cover: What quantum computing is and isn't, and what people are really talking about when they worry about a quantum computer that can break cryptogr…

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Ecommerce SEO Strategy: How To Reduce Customer Acquisition Costs 28:39

2M ago28:39

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Send us a text Summary In this conversation, Femi Olajiga discusses strategies to reduce customer acquisition costs for e-commerce stores through effective SEO practices. He emphasizes the importance of keyword research, optimizing product pages, link building, creating non-transactional content, and measuring success metrics. By integrating these …

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How Bamboo Socks Built a B2B Empire on Faire 43:46

2M ago43:46

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Also available on YouTube: youtu.be/l8ANgFlZK0Y It started with a sock. A turtle sock. That led to a Shopify store, a wholesale boom, and—accidentally—an agency. In this episode, Lucy Jeffrey shares how she turned Bare Kind from a seasonal side hustle into one of Faire’s fastest-growing brands. She walks us through surviving seasonality, scaling th…

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SOSTAC Digital Marketing Planning Template: Do This or Watch Your Marketing Fail! 34:15

2M ago34:15

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Send us a text In this conversation, Femi Olajiga discusses the challenges of digital marketing planning and the importance of creating an agile marketing framework. He critiques the traditional SOSTAC model for being outdated and emphasises the need for a more integrated approach to marketing audits, situation analysis, and setting SMART objective…

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E598: Amazon Charged You This Much More for Ads in 2025 12:22

2M ago12:22

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Dave dives into Amazon's Q1 2025 earnings report and how it will impact sellers. He dives into Amazon's online store revenue growth, FBA fee growth, and the huge growth in advertising revenue, which is one of the major sources of income for the e-commerce giant. This is the earnings report right before the new tariffs start, so it's not indicative …

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How TikTok & Sidekick Helped Sell Out a Skincare Brand 40:40

2M ago40:40

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Also available on YouTube: youtu.be/Pi20dFaHoVg Ben Attwood left agency life to create a men’s skincare brand he actually wanted to use. With no investors, no marketing budget, and no prior product experience, he built Clubhouse Skin using TikTok, Shopify, and a lot of trial and error. In this episode, Ben shares how he: Sold out his first product …

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E597: 7 Easy Image Optimization Hacks 12:42

2M ago12:42

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In this episode, Dave shares some easy Amazon image hacks that can help you improve your click-through rates (CTR) and conversion rates. We'll talk about how important it is to show your packaging in your main images, how you can sneak in some keywords without alerting Amazon's ban hammer, and how you can A/B test against your competition. Struggli…

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