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Welcome to Space by Stansons. Listen to raw, thought-provoking conversations with key players in the interiors industry, as we challenge conventional thinking towards aesthetics and sustainability. Most importantly our objective is to inspire designers to think holistically, creating spaces where people of today and the future, truly flourish.
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Accountable

Hosted By: Amanda McKinney | Inspired By: Mel Robbins, Brene Brown, Steven Bartlett, Andrew Huberman

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Hosted by Amanda McKinney, Accountable is a podcast that infuses grace and fun into accountability. Forget about rigid rules and feelings of guilt, this is your weekly dose of real-talk inspiration packed with honest conversations, research-backed information, actionable strategies, and inspiring interviews from those who’ve been there, done that (and maybe even cried in the bathroom once or twice). Everything is about helping you take action and see results so you achieve your goals but not ...
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Bored of the same BS Marketing podcasts? With insights from the sharpest minds in the world, Daniel Murray unpacks their playbooks just for you to take into your weekly Marketing meeting. We'll get deep into the conversation with Marketing leaders from companies like Gymshark, Shopify, and Infiniti. Every week you'll hear from guests who run 9-figure businesses, manage communities of 20M+ people, and execute the campaigns you see on your timeline every day. The best part? We'll give you ALL ...
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Customer interviews are a goldmine for information and strategy ideas. But how do you turn their words into action? Daniel and Tamara talk about how customer feedback is great, but turning their insights into actual change is even better. First, you have to make sure you’re asking the right questions to get the information you need. Next, there’s t…
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How are natural materials, AI integration, and inclusive design reshaping the future of commercial interiors? In this revealing episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley sits down with Tracy Drury, Head of Innovation at Stansons, to explore emerging design trends, including the rise of sustainable materials like coconut-based foams, natural wo…
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How do you reverse engineer stuff in marketing? Should you copy your competitors? Daniel and Jay point out it’s not about copying your competition, but seeing what they’re doing and tweaking it to your brand. From category competitors to potential audiences for podcasts and newsletters, it’s a good idea to check them out and analyze. Who’s competin…
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Send us a text What if rest isn’t the opposite of ambition—but the fuel for it? In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by Radical Joy Coach, Jordan Maney to talk about redefining rest, not as a luxury, but as a vital return of your energy, attention, and time. We explore what rest really looks like (hint: it’s not just naps), how to find your pe…
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What does it mean to be a creative director? Carly Lieberman, Creative Director at Sharma Brands, drops by the studio to chat about her experience merging copy, content, and design together to form cohesive ad campaigns. She imparts some of the wisdom she’s learned about making great ads, including the importance of knowing your audience, distingui…
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Ever opened up a blank doc and spit out copy filled with buzzwords, vague benefits, or even nothing at all? Tamara and Daniel are here to help fix messaging woes. Good messaging can be hard to find—it’s important to remember that the best messaging is a middle ground: it’s not too fluffy, not too emotional, and not too technical or dry. Tamara walk…
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Burnout is an unwelcome visitor - one that we’ve all met (designers, no exception), hope to never meet again and surprisingly, stand to learn a lot from. In this revealing episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley sits down with David Jackson, Design Manager at British Land's coworking brand, Storey, for an honest exploration of professional b…
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There’s a TON of uncertainty in today’s climate: tariffs, regulations, etc. How should you deal with it when it comes to marketing efforts? Enter: transparency. Being clear about pricing and how it’ll affect your customers’ carts helps save you (and your team) from varying questions. Putting this notice on a landing page is a way to address it. Plu…
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Send us a text You told me you want to feel good about how you spend your time this summer—and I’ve got the perfect way to help you make that happen. In this quick solo episode, I’ll walk you through a simple 4-step process I call the Slow Summer Sprint—a strategy designed to help you make meaningful progress on one project, while still enjoying th…
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It seems like social media changes a LOT. That’s because it’s changing everyday and as Marketers, we gotta stay ahead of the curve. This episode’s guest is Nick Tran, current CMO at FARFETCH and former TikTok, Hulu, and Samsung marketer. Here’s a truth some marketers don’t want to hear: most brands are playing it too safe and it can trap you in a c…
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Repositioning sounds scary. How do you do it the right way? Daniel and Tamara break down how an untapped audience and aligning your branding, messaging, and more may be the key to success…all without changing anything about the actual product. If your growth is stalling, if the market has shifted, it may be time to rethink your positioning. Tamara …
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Burnout is an unwelcome visitor - one that we’ve all met (designers, no exception), hope to never meet again and surprisingly, stand to learn a lot from. In this revealing episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley sits down with David Jackson, Design Manager at British Land's coworking brand, Storey, for an honest exploration of professional b…
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Most marketers assume that more content ➡️more impact. But what if you're actually turning people off? Daniel and Jay talk about how negative signal is a silent killer. Stale automations, irrelevant emails, and lazy content are all included. Marketers have to make sure messages are balanced but still effective. And, things in the world have changed…
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Send us a text What if that email you've been too scared to send leads to a dream opportunity? In this uplifting episode, I sit down with one of her best friends, Kourtney Leigh, founder of Tinge Beauty—a brand whose products have been worn by Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Coolidge, Lainey Wilson, and more. Kourtney shares the powerful 3-part mantra t…
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We all know social media is important. But what’s the difference between those who DO social media and those who are social media managers? This episode’s guest, Jon-Stephen “JS” Stansel, breaks down what it really means to be a social media manager. Just because you have a car doesn’t make you a mechanic, and just because you have social media acc…
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Daniel and Tamara have a channel that’s underutilized… There are a TON of different distribution tools at our fingertips. Product Hunt is the product marketer’s best friend. It’s basically free distribution, you can get ahead, and it's not used as much as it should be. BUT, you need the right prep and strategy to maximize your time using it. How do…
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The space you work in, can make or break your growth as an organization. In the latest episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley welcomes Alex Pellew, Co-Founder and Chief Experience Officer, Until, for a riveting conversation on the intersection of wellness, healthcare, and thoughtful design; and the business strategy that drives it all. What…
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To a lot of social media users, the intent algorithm is a mystery. To marketers, it’s a game you have to figure out. Daniel and Jay break down what’s changing with social media: the algorithms on your favorite platforms are showing you what they’d like to show you. They’re prioritizing users who are going to stick around longer. Marketers have to m…
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Send us a text What happens when your goals stop feeling exciting and start feeling like a burden? In this honest and refreshing conversation, I sit down with my friend and PR strategist Cher Hale to talk about how our relationship with ambition, structure, and productivity shifts across seasons of life. From solo parenting to health challenges to …
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Show of hands, how many of us have used an Adobe tool in our careers? Chances are, that’s most of us. This week’s guest, Kylee Peña, is working on marrying AI into our beloved tools, including Premiere and Photoshop. Not only can these integrations make tools easier to learn for new learners, they can also help with ideation and creativity. What so…
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Truth: people love things more when they build it themselves. Called the IKEA effect, it’s a concept that impacts retention strategy, product satisfaction, and lifetime value. Building something gives people a sense of pride and accomplishment. We feel it’s a worthwhile investment, even if the bookshelf comes out slightly lopsided. Plus, what do Sp…
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The space you work in, can make or break your growth as an organization. In the latest episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley welcomes Alex Pellew, Co-Founder and Chief Experience Officer, Until, for a riveting conversation on the intersection of wellness, healthcare, and thoughtful design; and the business strategy that drives it all. What…
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What’s the newest format that’s going viral? It’s building, behind-the-scenes, and sharing what goes into making something. Think about some things brands are posting about their products: the wins, the fails, how it all came together. Audiences eat this up. Building in public like this generates engagement. Jay gives an example of how huge compani…
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Send us a text Fell off your plan? You’re not alone—and you’re in the exact right place. In this episode, I break down the three most common reasons we lose momentum (hint: not all of them mean you're actually off track), and what to do about each one. Whether you never really had a plan, you’re juggling too many, or life simply threw you off cours…
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Today's episode was recorded last year, but the insights are timeless. Burger King and McDonald's. Pepsi and Coca-Cola. Apple and Samsung. Sometimes, the best way to get users to buy your product is to anchor your image to another brand. In this episode from the vault, Sarah Levinger chats with me about how anchoring is an invaluable tool to build …
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Your best opportunities have already used your product before. How can you get them back before they disappear forever? Enter: the Comeback Campaign. Tamara says the point of the campaign is to remind people why they signed up in the first place and what they’re missing out on. Creating this type of FOMO can urge people to check you out again. From…
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In today’s day and age, workplace design is about recognising the invisible, and bringing it to life. In the latest episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley sits down with Becky Turner, Workplace Psychologist at Claremont, for an all new perspective on designing a work space. What You’ll Learn How to design workspaces that accommodate neurodi…
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We’re heading into a bumpy economy. So, it’s time to audit what we’re doing in marketing. How do we do that? Auditing is all about alignment. Are your brand’s efforts in line with what’s going on in the world? Are you wasting any money, time, resources, etc.? One of the first things to change is KPIs and really figure out what matters. Plus, it’s t…
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Send us a text If you’re about to do something scary—like launch your business, step on stage, or share your big idea publicly—this pep talk is for you. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to move forward even when you're afraid of messing up. We’ll talk about why fear means you care, how failure is actually part of success (hello, 16%!), and wh…
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Today's episode was recorded last year but is still relevant today. Are you making these deadly sins in your marketing strategy? In this episode of the Marketing Millennials, Daniel sits down with Sam Dunning to discuss some of the biggest mistakes marketers make and how to avoid them. From hiding pricing to designing for ego, Sam shares his insigh…
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There are three things guaranteed in life: death, taxes, and people forgetting about your campaign. How can you make your marketing and comms efforts memorable? Tamara mentions that most marketing fails to stick when marketers focus too much on the product features and not the emotional connection between the brand and the customer. People remember…
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In today’s day and age, workplace design is about recognising the invisible, and bringing it to life. In the latest episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley sits down with Becky Turner, Workplace Psychologist at Claremont, for an all new perspective on designing a work space. What You’ll Learn How to design workspaces that accommodate neurodi…
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What should you NOT do in marketing? There’s lots, but Daniel and Jay are breaking it down in seven parts. First, when you market to everybody, you’re actually marketing to nobody. You’re gonna be more successful with a specific customer set in mind. Plus, narrowing it down makes positioning and messaging way easier. Also, are “best practices” actu…
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Send us a text If you've ever thought, “I have this idea, but I’m not sure how to make it happen…”—this episode is for you. In this honest and inspiring conversation, I sit down with longtime friend and coaching client, Amy Siegfried, founder of Last Night’s Game and Cultivate: A Network of Champions. Together, we pull back the curtain on what it r…
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Have you noticed more and more people are watching women’s sports? This episode’s guest, Andrew LeRay of the National Women’s Soccer League, is on a mission to grow the league through brand, product, and more. How do you sell tickets and merchandise to people who may not know the league exists? Andrew suggests that education and brand awareness are…
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Small brands are up against bigger ones all the time. So, how can you be small but mighty? It’s easy to get swept up in competition and copy what other brands are doing, like using similar words and taglines. BUT, if you do this, you risk being a cookie-cutter product. The best brands don’t try to copy. They try to be unique. Enter: contrast market…
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A new season of architecture and design is upon us as the traditional barriers that once defined the world are shifting on a dime. In the latest episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley welcomes the well-travelled, experienced and versatile Scott Malin to explore the evolution of workplace design. What You’ll Learn The pros and cons of the De…
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Reposting vs Remixing: What’s better? In this special 50th episode of Bathroom Breaks, Daniel Murray is joined by the birthday boy, Jay Schwedelson, to discuss how to properly repost across different social channels. And why reposting without context could be killing your reach on LinkedIn and how to remix instead. If you’re a marketer who wants to…
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Send us a text We know that coaching can work—but how do you know if it's the right time to invest in a coach? In this candid conversation, marketing psychologist and entrepreneur Chelsea Burns brings her real-life questions about hiring a coach to the table. She knows the research behind coaching and community, but when it came to making her own d…
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Is your landing page quietly killing your conversions? If you’re spending money to send people to your landing page and they’re not converting, then you’re pouring water into a bucket filled with holes. This week, we go solo and dig into six high-impact landing page tweaks that don’t require a redesign, a dev sprint, or a full-blown overhaul. Just …
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A lot of marketers think launch starts on launch day…and they’re very wrong. In this new miniseries called Go To Market Plays, Daniel and Tamara break down go to market strategies in ten minutes or less. Tamara insists the best launches start months in advance, not just when you hit publish. Plus, Daniel and Tamara talk about launch seeding. People…
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A new season of architecture and design is upon us as the traditional barriers that once defined the world are shifting on a dime. In the latest episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley welcomes the well-travelled, experienced and versatile Scott Malin to explore the evolution of workplace design. What You’ll Learn The pros and cons of the De…
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How do you get people to actually open emails AND engage with you? Daniel and Jay have some tips for you to take. First, you have to treat every email like it’s the receiver’s first email ever. Unlike social, you can’t just phone it in, so you HAVE to make it good right off the bat. Should you kick the non-engaged people off? Jay says that you shou…
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Send us a text Just like our homes, our businesses need a good spring cleaning too! In this episode, I walk you through a step-by-step process to declutter and refresh your business—whether it’s spring or any time of the year. Using the analogy of organizing a pantry, I’ll help you assess your offerings, audit your content, and optimize your websit…
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AI isn’t just a search engine and it isn’t just for research. It can be your secret weapon. Daniel’s sharing five prompts that can help YOU with generative AI. It’s more than just typing in a request and waiting for it to spit something out. Start building on your original request with questions like, “What emotional triggers are popping up?” or, “…
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Why create a new category instead of competing in an already existing one? This episode’s guest, Kari Hanson of Robin, is no stranger to creating, building, and scaling new things. Creating a new category is a great way to reframe the competitive landscape and requisition the status quo. There’s more than one way to solve problems, and your product…
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In this episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley sits down with Abigail Reynolds, a Project Designer at Modus, a leading design-build firm specialising in innovative workplace solutions with a strong reputation for creating functional and aesthetically driven office spaces. They discuss the evolving role of workplace design and how storytelli…
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Money doesn’t grow on trees, we all know that. But, you don’t need to break the bank to see results. Daniel says that if you start boosting Instagram posts with $10 to $20 a week, you can still see meaningful results. Lots of people are under the impression that Instagram and Meta costs a ton of money, and that’s just not the case. Plus, you can ev…
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Send us a text Every big achievement starts with small, intentional actions—today. In this episode, I share a behind-the-scenes look at how a local news feature turned into $3,000 in revenue and why that success wasn’t an overnight win. It was the result of months of strategic actions. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by slow progress toward your goa…
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Have a dog? If you’re a Millennial or Gen Z, there’s a good chance you’re already owning your first pet. But do you have pet insurance? According to statistics, you probably don’t. This episode’s guest, Trey Ferro, is in the business of making sure you and your pet are insured. From unexpected vet visits to making sure your pup is fully vaccinated,…
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