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The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 158 - Marketing Attribution with Jake Levin
5/7/25 - Episode 158Episode SummaryIn Episode 158 of The Shopify Solutions Podcast, host Scott Austin speaks with Jake Levin from Inflection Growth about the evolving landscape of marketing attribution, particularly in light of changes to cookie tracking and privacy regulations.🔑 Key Topics Covered:Understanding Cookies: The discussion begins with a breakdown of first-party and third-party cookies, explaining their roles in tracking user behavior across websites.Impact of Privacy Changes: They delve into how recent privacy regulations and browser updates are affecting the reliability of traditional attribution models, making...
2025-05-07
48 min
Wright Here Right Now, Discover Austin Minnesota 's Podcast
Wright Here Right Now S1 E100 Discover Austin, Jay C. Hormel Nature Center, Austin Area Foundation
In this episode I’ll be visiting with Nancy Schnable, Executive Director of Discover Austin. Nancy’s special guest this week is Joan Hanson, Executive Director for the Mower County Senior Center. We'll discuss the upcoming 50th Anniversary celebration at the Mower County Senior Center.Then I visit with Director Luke Reese at the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center. This week we talk about some of the fantastic outdoor opportunities for your children this summer, including a three day class that takes participants to Eagle Bluff for their ropes course and some canoeing.And finally I ca...
2025-05-02
41 min
Referrals Done Right
#85 - Creating a Culture of Excellence with Austin O'Bryhim
In this episode, Scott chats with Wyoming-based agent Austin O’Bryhim — a leader who's shaking things up in all the right ways. From mastering remote team culture to building a brand rooted in community impact, Austin shares his playbook for scaling with integrity. He talks about what it truly means to “help people” in the insurance world, why leadership is about communication (not micromanaging), and how the "cradle to grave" conversation is changing the life insurance game.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why Austin left South Carolina to open a scratch ag...
2025-04-11
47 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 156 - Building Recurring Revenue: Subscriptions in your Shopify Store
4/9/25 - Episode 156Episode SummaryIn Episode 156 of the Shopify Solutions Podcast, Scott Austin discusses the strategic advantages of integrating subscription models into Shopify stores to build recurring revenue. He explains how subscriptions can enhance customer lifetime value, improve cash flow, and simplify inventory management. Additionally, subscriptions offer convenience for customers by automating regular purchases. Scott emphasizes that while subscriptions may not suit every business, they can be effective beyond typical products like coffee, encouraging merchants to explore various subscription models tailored to their offerings.Show Links Get Recharge - htt...
2025-04-09
14 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 155 - SEO Tactic with Shopify Blogs
3/26/25 - Episode 155Episode SummaryIn Episode 155 of the Shopify Solutions Podcast, host Scott Austin discusses leveraging Shopify's blogging functionality to enhance SEO and drive traffic to your store. He acknowledges the evolving landscape of SEO in 2025, with AI's growing influence, yet emphasizes that SEO remains a valuable strategy. Boehm shares data from his clients, noting that while some experienced declines, others saw significant increases in organic traffic—up to 500% year-over-year—highlighting the potential benefits of investing in SEO. The episode focuses on a specific tactic: using Shopify blogs to target keywords not covered by pro...
2025-03-26
23 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 154 - Store Audit of EverChew
3/12/25 - Episode 154Episode SummaryIn Episode 154 of the Shopify Solutions Podcast, host Scott Austin engages in a store audit of EverChew, a company specializing in dog chew products designed to reduce choking hazards. The discussion emphasizes the importance of articulating the benefits to customers—such as providing peace of mind—over merely describing the physical products. Austin also highlights the effectiveness of using infographics on product pages to convey value propositions visually, suggesting that while EverChew incorporates these elements, there is room for optimization to enhance customer understanding and engagement. Show...
2025-03-12
1h 17
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 153 - Managing Shopify Platform Changes
2/26/25 - Episode 153Episode SummaryIn Episode 153 of the Shopify Solutions Podcast, Scott Austin discusses upcoming changes to the Shopify platform that may affect your store's operations. He focuses on three main areas:Shopify Admin Accounts: Shopify is updating how store staff log into the admin panel. To check your status, navigate to Settings in your Shopify admin. If you see "Users" instead of "Users and Permissions," you're on the new system. While Shopify will handle this upgrade automatically, be aware that some staff permissions might change, requiring you to...
2025-02-26
16 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 152 - How to Evaluate a Shopify Store
2/12/25 - Episode 152Episode SummaryIn Episode 152 of the Shopify Solutions Podcast, host Scott Austin shares his methodology for evaluating Shopify stores, focusing on two key aspects:Trust: Does the store evoke trust in the brand or company?Confidence: Does the experience give customers confidence that the products they select are right for their needs?Scott emphasizes the importance of the product page as the most critical part of an online store, as it's where conversions happen. He discusses evaluating elements such as product information, photography, copy, and videos to ensure they...
2025-02-12
37 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 151 - Optimizing Holiday Marketing for Google Search
1/29/25 - Episode 151Episode Summary In Episode 151 of the Shopify Solutions Podcast, host Scott Austin discusses strategies for optimizing holiday campaigns for Google Search, using Valentine's Day as a case study. He emphasizes the importance of targeting long-tail keywords, such as "Valentine's gift for 58-year-old man," "Valentine's gift for best friend," and "Valentine's gift for elementary school classmates." By analyzing these specific search queries, Scott demonstrates how businesses can better align their products with potential customers' search intent. He also highlights the significance of Google Shopping ads and the role of detailed product feeds...
2025-01-29
33 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 150 - Klaviyo eMail with Dan Nikas
1/15/25 - Episode 150Episode SummaryIn Episode 150 of the Shopify Solutions Podcast, host Scott Austin interviews Dan Nikas, owner of Elite Brands, to discuss the significance of email marketing for online brands, particularly through Klaviyo. Dan emphasizes that email marketing can contribute approximately 30% of a brand's revenue, highlighting its importance alongside other marketing channels. He shares insights on building effective email flows, such as welcome series and abandoned cart sequences, and underscores the value of personalized communication with customers. The conversation also touches on the integration capabilities of Klaviyo with Shopify and other platforms...
2025-01-15
1h 04
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 149 - Shopify's AI Image Tools
1/1/25 - Episode 149Episode Summary In Episode 149 of the Shopify Solutions Podcast, host Scott Austin introduces Shopify's AI-powered image editing tools integrated directly into the platform. He demonstrates how to access these features within the Shopify admin by selecting a product image and utilizing options like background removal and background replacement. Scott provides practical examples, such as removing shadows from product photos to achieve a clean white background and replacing backgrounds by describing the desired scene, enabling the creation of professional-looking product images without the need for external software. He also discusses the effectiveness...
2025-01-01
40 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 148 - CRO with Matt Stafford
12/18/24 - Episode 148Episode SummaryIn Episode 148 of the Shopify Solutions Podcast, host Scott Austin interviews Matthew Stafford, an expert in Shopify Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO). Stafford discusses the concept of "revenue optimization," emphasizing that the ultimate goal for store owners is maximizing take-home revenue rather than focusing solely on conversion rates. He shares insights from his journey, highlighting the importance of understanding data and user behavior to improve sales without necessarily increasing traffic. The conversation provides practical strategies for Shopify store owners to enhance their revenue by effectively converting existing visitors into customers.
2024-12-18
59 min
Kingdom Come Podcast
The Pathway to Finding My Mission and Living a More Fruitful Life with LA Assemblies of God Superintendent Dr. Scott Holmes
In this episode of the Kingdom Come Podcast, Austin and Derrick were joined by the Louisiana Assemblies of God Superintendent, Dr. Scott Holmes. This is the first part of our conversation where we really dive into the question: What is missions? Many people think missions is just going to another country to tell people about Jesus, but Pastor Scott really challenges that construct to show us that we all have a mission. In order to be on our mission, we must first understand what it is. Many people are looking for their purpose, their meaning and their mission, and Past...
2024-12-18
47 min
Better Business with Austin Zelan
Scott Swerland: Shark Tank Deal Gone Wrong – The Reality TV Story They Didn’t Show
What would you do if you had to fire 500 employees in 48 hours? Most entrepreneurs dream of success, but this raw interview with Scott Swerland reveals what it really takes to survive when everything falls apart. Scott shares his 35-year journey building multiple successful businesses in the health and wellness industry, from starting his first company at age 15 to appearing on Shark Tank, and navigating the devastating impact of COVID-19. As Scott says, “It’s a marathon, not a sprint” – are you prepared for the long game of entrepreneurship? Share your thoughts down below! Connect with Scott Swe...
2024-12-16
51 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 147 - Evaluating BFCM Efforts
12/4/24 - Episode 147Episode SummaryIn Episode 147 of the Shopify Solutions Podcast, recorded on Black Friday 2024, Scott Austin explores online Black Friday deals to extract valuable insights for e-commerce businesses. He begins by searching for "best gifts for holiday 2024," analyzing a Good Housekeeping article listing 28 recommended products. Using these items, he conducts targeted searches combining product names with terms like "Black Friday" or "Cyber Monday" to assess search results and consumer interest.Scott utilizes Google Ad Planner to evaluate the specificity of search queries, noting that highly specific ("long-tail") searches often show...
2024-12-04
50 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 146 - The Real Journey to Shopify Success: It's a Marathon not a Sprint
11/20/24 - Episode 146Episode SummaryThis podcast episode tackles the myth of overnight success in e-commerce and emphasizes the importance of perseverance, focus, and steady progress for Shopify store owners. Host Scott Austin debunks the idea of quick wins and shares realistic advice for building a sustainable, profitable business. He encourages listeners to prioritize revenue-driving tasks over vanity metrics and highlights the importance of small, consistent improvements over time. Scott also introduces the JadePuma support program, offering long-term guidance for those seeking focused, meaningful growth on their e-commerce journey. This episode serves as both...
2024-11-20
25 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 145 - Adding AI to your Shopify Technology Toolbox
11/6/24 - Episode 145Episode SummaryIn Episode 145 of the Shopify Solutions Podcast, Scott Austin discusses the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into various business tools and its growing significance for Shopify store owners. He highlights how AI is now embedded in platforms like Shopify, email services, Loom, Notion, and Adobe products, enhancing functionalities such as auto-responses, video summarization, task management, and creative processes. Scott emphasizes his reliance on ChatGPT, noting its value in streamlining tasks within his agency. He advocates for consistency in using a single AI provider to build proficiency, comparing it to...
2024-11-06
17 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 144 - Building Trust in your Shopify Store with Trust Badges
10/23/24 - Episode 144Episode SummaryIn this episode, Scott discusses the importance of building trust for online stores. He focuses on trust badges—small icons that reassure customers about security, payments, guarantees, shipping, and reviews. These badges help reduce customer hesitation and boost conversions.Scott explains where to place badges on your site (homepage, product pages, cart, footer) and shares best practices for consistent styling, relevance, and accessibility. He also introduces his Shopify app, Badgezilla, which offers customizable, brand-aligned trust badges with features like conditional logic and mobile optimization, designed to build cr...
2024-10-23
19 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 142 - Harris vs. Trump: eCommerce Showdown
9/25/24 - Episode 142Episode SummaryIn this episode, Scott Austin compares the eCommerce stores for the Kamala Harris and Donald Trump campaigns. The episode examines the strengths and weaknesses of each store’s structure, design, and user experience. Key highlights include technical critiques of navigation, branding choices, platform usage (BigCommerce for Harris, WinRed for Trump), and merchandising strategies. Scott also discusses how political campaigns differ from typical eCommerce businesses regarding brand building and product presentation.Show LinksHarris campaign - https://store.kamalaharris.com/Trump campaign - https://secure.wi...
2024-09-25
49 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 141 - eMail Marketing with Bahzad Trinos
9/11/24 - Episode 141Episode SummaryIn this episode, Scott Austin interviews Bahzad Trinos, co-founder of WonderLooper, about his experiences with email marketing for his luxury apparel brand. They discuss the importance of email in building community, why Trinos chose OmniSend for his email marketing, and how email campaigns and flows, like abandoned cart reminders, are critical for maintaining customer engagement. Trinos also emphasizes the value of storytelling and brand building through email, especially given the limited availability of their artisanal products.Show LinksWonderLooper - https://wonderlooper.com/
2024-09-11
49 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 139 - The Technical Details of Shopify Campaigns
8/14/24 - Episode 139Episode SummaryIn this podcast episode, Scott Austin delves into the technical details of setting up Shopify marketing campaigns. He highlights how to create effective campaigns that go beyond simple discounts, focusing on building customer awareness and increasing average order value. He illustrates this with two detailed examples: one for Reptichip, centered around World Lizard Day, and another for Custom Windsocks, tied to National Aviation Day. The episode covers key elements like landing pages, automatic discounts, and theme customizations.Show LinksReptichip Campaign - https://reptichip...
2024-08-14
34 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 138 - Browse Abandonment Flow
7/31/24 - Episode 138Episode SummaryIn Episode 138 of the Shopify Solutions Podcast, Scott Austin discusses the importance of browse abandonment flows in Shopify stores. He explains that these flows re-engage visitors who viewed products but didn't purchase, using Klaviyo to track and target them. Austin highlights best practices, such as segmenting email recipients based on behavior and demographics, and sending multiple, nuanced emails to encourage conversions. He emphasizes that while browse abandonment flows may not drive the highest revenue, they are easy to set up and provide ongoing returns.Show Links
2024-07-31
11 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 137 - Our New Shopify App
7/17/24 - Episode 137Episode SummaryIn Episode 137 of the Shopify Solutions Podcast, Scott Austin introduces JadePuma's new Shopify app, "Flex Theme Sections." This app is designed specifically for the Flex theme, offering custom sections that integrate seamlessly with the theme's styling and functionality. The app has a free tier with useful tools for store management and a paid tier ($5/month or $50/year) that enhances the shopping experience with additional customer-facing sections. Austin emphasizes the app's performance benefits, affordability, and the extensive tutorial support provided.Show LinksFlex Theme...
2024-07-17
08 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 136 - Prime Day Campaigns for Shopify Stores
7/3/24 - Episode 136Episode SummaryThis episode highlights the benefits of creating your own marketing campaign around Amazon's Prime Day, even if you're not selling on Amazon. Prime Day, which generated over $12 billion in 2023, has conditioned consumers to seek deals in July. Major brands like Walmart and Target also run promotions during this time.For Shopify store owners, Scott recommends leveraging Prime Day's buzz by offering unique deals to attract customers who are ready to spend. He suggests focusing on your existing audience through email and social media, avoiding ad spend, and...
2024-07-03
07 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 135 - Shopify Flow: A Must Have App for Every Store
6/19/24 - Episode 135Episode SummaryIn episode 135 of the Shopify Solutions Podcast, Scott Austin discusses the Shopify Flow app, a powerful tool for automating repetitive tasks in a Shopify store. Originally exclusive to Shopify Plus, it's now available to all Shopify users. Scott highlights how Flow can reduce errors and save time by automating tasks like tagging orders and managing inventory. He shares examples from clients and explains the key elements of Flow's visual workflow builder: triggers, conditions, and actions. The episode emphasizes starting with simple automations and gradually increasing complexity. S...
2024-06-19
10 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 134 - Let's look at some Shopify Welcome Series
6/5/24 - Episode 134Episode SummaryIn Episode 134 of the Shopify Solutions Podcast, Scott Austin analyzes the Welcome eMail Series from three electric scooter brands: Voro Motors, Segway, and Niu. He reviews the content, design, and effectiveness of their emails, emphasizing the importance of personalization, brand storytelling, and high-quality imagery. Scott highlights best practices and areas for improvement, providing practical insights for creating engaging and effective welcome email series for Shopify stores.Show LinksEpisode 110 - Mastering your Klaviyo Welcome Series - https://jadepuma.com/blogs/the-shopify-solutions-podcast/episode-110-make-a-compelling-welcome-seriesVoro Motors...
2024-06-05
35 min
Better Remembered
Episode 1, Season 4: Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery
Welcome back to "Better Remembered" for the premiere of Season 4! In this episode, we dive into the groovy world of the 1997 comedy classic, Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery. Join us as we revisit the hilarious escapades of Austin Powers, a world-class playboy and part-time secret agent from the swinging 1960s, who is thawed out after thirty years in a cryogenic state to take on his arch-nemesis, Dr. Evil.Will Austin’s 60s charm and mojo hold up in the modern day? Does the film still make us laugh as much as it did back in the da...
2024-06-04
52 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 133 - Getting Your First 100 Sales
5/22/24 - Episode 133Episode Summary In this podcast episode, Scott Austin discusses the challenge of achieving the first 100 sales for new e-commerce entrepreneurs. He highlights the importance of understanding product/market fit, which ensures that a product satisfies strong market demand and is well-positioned against competitors. Scott emphasizes the critical role of direct customer engagement, suggesting entrepreneurs conduct live conversations to gain deeper insights into customer needs and preferences. He recommends methods like calling abandoned checkouts, engaging previous customers, selling to friends and family, and participating in local markets and trade shows. These interactions are c...
2024-05-22
16 min
Texas Under Vine
The Austin Winery (Hill Country)
Send us a textUncover the charm of urban winemaking as we toast to The Austin Winery's innovative spirit, nestled in the bustling heart of Austin. CEO and President Ross McLauchlan joins me to spill the secrets of their ten-year journey, from creating Texas wines to orange wines in clay amphoras. Our conversation flows through the essence of their "confusingly easy" philosophy that invites everyone to savor the joy of wine without the fuss.Step inside the eclectic space of The Yard, where The Austin Winery blooms amidst the industrial vibrancy of Austin, crafting an...
2024-05-15
46 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Let's Review Some Shopify Stores
5/8/24 - Episode 132Episode SummaryIn this episode, Scott Austin reviews three Shopify stores focused on men's shoes. In this mobile-only review, Scott evaluates stores named Big Shoes, Jay Butler, and Wide Fit Shoes, discussing their mobile optimization, SEO practices, and user experience. The review highlights specific elements like home page design, navigation, promotions, and product presentation, offering insights on how each store could improve its appeal and functionality to better meet customer needs.SHOW LINKS Big Shoes - https://bigshoes.com/Jay Butler - https://jaybutler.com/ Wide Fit Shoes - htt...
2024-05-08
57 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Scorecard for your Shopify Store
4/24/24 - Episode 131Episode SummaryIn this episode, Scott Austin introduces a scorecard tool for assessing your Shopify store's performance. The episode outlines how this scorecard helps store owners identify strengths and weaknesses, enabling informed decision-making for improvements. It emphasizes the importance of setting clear metrics and regular updates to foster systematic growth and enhance customer satisfaction.SHOW LINKSAdding GA4 Tracking to your Shopify Store - https://jadepuma.com/blogs/the-shopify-solutions-podcast/episode-102-adding-google-analytics-4-to-your-shopify-storeGA4 Implementation Checklist - https://jadepuma.com/blogs/blog/ga4-implementation-checklist-for-shopify Google Looker Studio - https://lookerstudio.google.c...
2024-04-24
14 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
5Xing a Shopify Store
4/10/24 - Episode 130Episode SummaryIn this episode, Scott Austin talks to JT, owner of ReptiChip. JT has grown the revenue of his Shopify store 5X in the past year and a half. Listen to him tell how has done this. SHOW LINKS Reptichip - https://reptichip.com/VIDEO - https://jadepuma.com/blogs/the-shopify-solutions-podcast/episode-130-5xing-a-shopify-store HELP THE PODCASTLeave a review - https://ratethispodcast.com/solutions
2024-04-10
1h 06
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Event Strategies for Shopify Stores
3/27/24 - Episode 129Episode SummaryIn this episode, Scott Austin discusses strategies for maximizing business gains from participating in various events such as industry trade shows, local community events, pop-up shops, workshops, and more. He emphasizes the importance of not just selling but also using these opportunities to better understand customers and collect email addresses. Austin suggests that rather than primarily talking about the brand and products, engaging in listening and asking questions can provide valuable insights into product-market fit. He provides a list of questions aimed at deepening understanding of customer needs and preferences. A...
2024-03-27
15 min
The Wolf Of All Streets
Here Is Why I Am So Bullish On Solana | Austin Federa
Join Austin Fedra as he delves into the resilient world of Solana in this podcast journey. From its survival to exploring its ecosystem, including projects like Helium and DePIN, the discussion touches on the evolving landscape of DeFi 2.0, token extensions, and the intersection of Solana with governments and regulations. Tune in for insights on scalability, infrastructure readiness, airdrops, and the potential of Layer 2 solutions, all while contemplating the self-sovereignty and interoperability challenges Solana faces in the crypto realm.Austin Federa: https://twitter.com/Austin_Federa►► Sponsored by iTrust Capital
2024-02-18
52 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
How Aggressive is your Marketing?
1/31/24 - Episode 125Episode SummaryIn this podcast episode, Scott Austin critiques Bearskin Tactical's marketing by reviewing 62 promotional emails he received from them in a month. He notes their aggressive marketing, with emails sent out twice daily, often featuring engaging visuals and emojis. However, he disapproves of their deceptive sales tactics, where the company advertises fake sales with inflated list prices that never change.Austin acknowledges the effectiveness of Bearskin Tactical's approach in terms of customer engagement and expanding their product line. He commends their email copywriting, creative use of urgency, and...
2024-01-31
40 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
47 Ideas for Post-Purchase eMail Flows
1/3/24 - Episode 123Episode SummaryIn this episode, Scott, discusses the significance of email marketing for e-commerce brands, particularly those using Shopify and Klaviyo. He emphasizes that well-executed email strategies can contribute significantly to a brand's revenue, potentially accounting for one-quarter to one-third of it. The discussion revolves around two types of emails: campaigns (bulk emails for events like sales) and flows (triggered emails sent to individuals based on specific actions like making a purchase).Scott highlights the importance of post-purchase email flows as a tool to convert one-time buyers into repeat...
2024-01-03
21 min
Left of Str8 Podcasts
"5 Questions with..." Kevin McHale & Austin P. McKenzie, Mike Manning, Mark Byers and T3
Hey Friends, If It’s Tuesday, it’s time for “5 Questions With…” Today, we have 4 times the fun with our guests from the four interview episodes last week. Kevin McHale and Austin P. McKenzie are back for 5 questions. Kevin of course played Artie Abrams in Glee and has sung on XFactor and performed on Super Secret Celebrity Drag Race. Ausin was in Deaf West’s Spring Awakening in LA and Broadway and starred in the amazing mini-series, “When We Rise.” They both are amazing singers and songwriters and Austin has a new album coming out next year dedicated to Kev...
2023-12-19
35 min
Left of Str8 Podcasts
Left of Str8 Show: The Kevin McHale and Austin P. McKenzie Interview Acting, Music and More
Today, I have two special guests joining me in studio, Kevin McHale is back for his second time on the show and I’m so excited to welcome Austin P. McKenzie for the first time. Separately they are amazing performers on stage screen and in music, but together they are a powerhouse couple, encouraging each other in their art and creating beautiful memories together outside of work as well. Of course unless you’ve been living under a rock you know that Kevin played Artie Abrams on one of my favorite shows, Glee along with his own musi...
2023-12-14
1h 12
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Let's Review Some Black Friday Campaigns
11/22/23 - Episode 120This podcast episode by Scott Austin focuses on analyzing Black Friday marketing strategies of Shopify stores. Scott begins by searching for "Black Friday deals Backpack 2023" on Google and examines the results, particularly focusing on Shopify stores appearing in the search.He first discusses an AdWords result, critiquing the use of a pop-up for email sign-ups, which he believes should be avoided during high-traffic events like Black Friday. He suggests directly ushering customers into the shopping experience. Scott notes that while the site he examines has good merchandising elements, such as a gift guide...
2023-11-22
36 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Shopify Product Recommendations Done Right
11/8/23 - Episode 119The podcast episode discusses the selective use of product recommendations on Shopify. Unlike Amazon, which has a vast catalog, Shopify stores should use recommendations sparingly. Scott Austin suggests using them for complementary products, like Ortho Bracing's ice packs for therapy machines, and for upselling, as with Chama Valley Meat Co.'s bundled meat products. He recommends manual over automatic recommendations due to Shopify stores typically having less data. For stores with product lines or franchises, like The Game Steward's board games, custom code can highlight related products. The key takeaway is to use recommendations to...
2023-11-08
17 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
AI Images in your Shopify Store
10/25/23 - Episode 118Introduction: Scott Austin introduces the topic of AI for Image Generation and mentions that there will be an accompanying video for the podcast.Importance of AI in E-commerce: Scott emphasizes the significance of content creation for building e-commerce brands. He believes AI is a valuable tool for content creation strategies.Recent Advancements: He notes recent improvements in graphics and image generation from AI.Tools for AI Image Generation: Scott covers two main tools:Dolly three from Openai: This tool allows users to create specifications for image generation...
2023-10-25
49 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Dynamic Sources in Your Shopify Store
9/27/23 - Episode 116Scott Austin discusses the benefits of using dynamic sources in Shopify's Online Store 2.0 theme to create more maintainable pages for products and collections. Dynamic sources allow for the connection of theme settings to various data entities, reducing the need for multiple unique templates and making it easier to manage content across the store. He provides examples of how dynamic sources can be utilized, such as automatically updating page titles or color schemes. Scott also mentions some limitations, like not every theme setting having a dynamic source and the need for code edits in...
2023-09-27
17 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Digital Creators
8/30/23 - Episode 114The episode delves into the world of digital creators and how they are shaping the future of online commerce. The host, Scott Austin, interviews Jaimie Lee, a prominent digital creator. They discuss the evolution of digital content, the role of influencers in the e-commerce landscape, and the tools and platforms that are empowering creators to monetize their content.VIDEO & TRANSCRIPT - https://jadepuma.com/blogs/the-shopify-solutions-podcast/episode-114-digital-creators SHOW LINKSGet a Store Audit - https://jadepuma.com/products/shopify-store-audit Jaimie's Website - https://jaimieleeugc.com/ HELP THE PODCASTL...
2023-08-30
33 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Trademarks for Your Brand
8/16/23 - Episode 113The podcast episode features host Scott Austin and guest Elizabeth Potts Weinstein discussing the importance and intricacies of trademarks for brands. Here's a summarized overview:Basics of Trademarks: Elizabeth delves into the fundamental concepts of trademarks, explaining what they are and why they are essential for businesses.Benefits of Trademarks: Registering a trademark can provide a brand with exclusive rights to its name, logo, and other identifying features. This prevents other entities from using similar marks that could confuse consumers.Trademark Registration Process: Elizabeth outlines the steps involved...
2023-08-16
51 min
First Gen Real Estate Podcast
Charting the Course: From Yacht Captain to Successful Real Estate Investor with Scott Kidd
Have you ever been enticed by the freedom, stability, and profits of real estate investing? Set sail and venture into the captivating life journey of Scott Kidd, a former yacht captain who has successfully navigated the choppy waters of passive real estate investing. Hailing from the sunny shores of Jamaica, Scott's tale is one of fascinating twists and turns. He shares insights from his 20-year career in the yacht industry before harnessing the power of real estate as a solid investment vehicle. As a passive real estate investor, Scott offers a treasure trove of knowledge. He spills...
2023-08-07
25 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Help Your Customers Make Decisions
8/2/23 - Episode 112In this podcast episode, Shopify expert Scott Austin shares insights on improving customer decision-making in e-commerce. He critiques a client's buyer's guide, noting it lists product specifications without aiding decision-making. Scott suggests reducing the number of products presented, highlighting key differences, and using language that resonates with customers. He cites an example of a "staff pick" feature that guides customers towards the best product for their specific needs. His approach aims to enhance the customer experience and boost sales.VIDEO & TRANSCRIPT - https://jadepuma.com/blogs/the-shopify-solutions-podcast/episode-112-help-your-customers-make-decisionsSHOW LINKS
2023-08-02
16 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Telling Your Brand's Story
7/19/23 - Episode 111In this podcast episode, the host, Scott Austin, discusses how to effectively tell a brand's story on its 'About' page using 10 Shopify stores as examples. These include All Birds, Asphalt, Blend Jet, Chubby, Grub Club, Nix, New Era Cap, PipCorn, Pura Vida, and WP Standard. Each brand uses different strategies to convey their story and values. For instance, All Birds emphasizes their environmental focus, Asphalt discusses their commitment to high-quality clothing, and Blend Jet shares their origin story and core values. Scott identifies seven common themes across these pages: use of...
2023-07-19
17 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Mastering Your Klaviyo Welcome Series
7/5/23 - Episode 110Host Scott Austin discusses the importance of a compelling welcome series in email marketing. He emphasizes that a well-crafted welcome series is crucial for brand building, customer engagement, and retention. Scott advises against focusing solely on revenue generation in the welcome series, instead suggesting it should be used to tell the brand's story and differentiate it from competitors. He provides practical tips on creating a welcome series, including reusing existing content and planning an ideal series. He concludes by suggesting 20 potential topics for welcome series emails and provides a link to 67 more ideas....
2023-07-05
13 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Getting Started with Google Ads in your Shopify Store
6/21/23 - Episode 109.In this podcast, Scott Austin talks with Andrew Maff of BlueTuskr. Andrew explains how Shopify store owners can get started with Google advertising.SHOW VIDEO - https://jadepuma.com/blogs/the-shopify-solutions-podcast/episode-109-getting-started-with-google-ad-in-your-shopify-storeSHOW LINKSBlueTuskr - https://www.bluetuskr.com/Andrew Maff - andrew@bluetuskr.comHELP THE PODCASTLeave a review - https://ratethispodcast.com/solutions Apply for Shopify Store Consult Podcast Episode - https://jadepuma.com/pages/podcast-consult-application
2023-06-21
55 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Getting Started with eMail Campaigns for your Shopify Store
6/7/23 - Episode 108.In this podcast, Scott Austin discusses the importance of email as a revenue driver for Shopify stores, particularly focusing on the use of Klaviyo for email marketing. Klaviyo divides emails into two types: flows and campaigns.Flows are automated email sequences triggered by customer behaviors and events, like signing up for a newsletter or making a purchase. These allow stores to automate large parts of their email marketing, ensuring customers receive timely and relevant content.Campaigns are one-time send emails used for newsletters, sales promotions, and broad communication. These emails are...
2023-06-07
17 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Consult with ClubTech Golf
5/24/23 - Episode 107.In this episode, the host, Scott Austin, consults with Dave Jordan of ClubTech Golf and provides his advice on how to improve the store and business.SHOW VIDEO - https://jadepuma.com/blogs/the-shopify-solutions-podcast/episode-107-consult-with-clubtech-golfSHOW LINKSClubTech Golf - https://clubtechgolf.com.au/ Boost Product Search and Discovery App (affiliate link) - https://boostcommerce.net/?utm_source=jadepumaFlex Theme (affiliate link) - use coupon code 'AUSTIN10'HELP THE PODCASTLeave a review - https://ratethispodcast.com/solutions Apply for Shopify Store Consult Podcast Episode - ht...
2023-05-24
1h 18
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Shopify Email Branding: Elevating Customer Experience
5/10/23 - Episode 106.In this episode, the host, Scott Austin, emphasizes the importance of consistent branding across all customer touchpoints, especially emails, for Shopify stores. He highlights the benefits of incorporating branding elements in emails, such as reinforcing brand identity, building trust, and gaining a competitive advantage.The episode discusses the challenges of maintaining consistency in branding due to the use of various tools for customer engagement. Scott provides a solution for creating consistent branding in Shopify email notifications using Klaviyo, an email marketing platform.The process of customizing email notifications involves four steps:
2023-05-10
17 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Images in Your Shopify Store
4/26/23 - Episode 105.In this podcast episode, Scott Austin provides an update on using images in Shopify stores in 2023. He emphasizes the importance of images for effective communication and design, and discusses different image file types such as raster (JPG, PNG, and WEBP) and vector images (SVG). He advises against using GIFs due to large file sizes and suggests using HTML5 video format for animations.Scott recommends using SVG for graphics like logos and icons, JPG for photos, PNG for graphics when SVG is unavailable, and WEBP for better compression. He also explains where images are...
2023-04-26
17 min
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Should You Upgrade to Shopify Plus
4/12/23 - Episode 104. In this podcast episode, Scott Austin discusses Shopify Plus, explaining that upgrading to this plan is primarily an economic decision for most stores. He highlights the features that come with Shopify Plus but emphasizes that the financial impact is more significant. The episode provides a mathematical breakdown of when upgrading to Shopify Plus can save a store money, considering factors such as the number of Shopify stores and potential app fee savings. Scott shares a decision-making tool in the form of an Excel file to help businesses calculate which Shopify plan is most cost-effective for them. While h...
2023-04-12
08 min
Track Walking
112 - This Is Wild That We Get To Do This (Austin Hertel)
Seth gets to talk dirt bikes... Scott remembers when turn signals were the talk of the town... and Austin marries fun with GLTC. Austin Hole-Shot Hertel talks with us about his childhood racing dirt bikes, how damn young he still is, getting into and competing in Gridlife's Track Battle, his move into the Touring Cup, and often with his girlfriend and dad in paddock. Austin's Facebook Austin's Instagram ------ Robertson-Racing.com Track Walking Chats - Group Robertson Racing - Twitch Track Walking...
2023-04-03
1h 20
Tycoons of Small Biz
E98 Deal or No Deal with Scott Carson
On this episode Austin welcomes special guest, Scott Carson, CEO and President of WeCloseNotes.com.Join Austin and Scott as they discuss what it means to buy debt, who buys debt and how to buy debt to make profit.Ever wonder what you need to buy bad debt? Did you know there can be an 8-15% return rate when using your own funds to buy bad debt?WeClosenotes.com Inc is an Austin-based real estate investment firm specializing in buying, investing, and teaching other investors about mortgage note investing.Tune in...
2023-02-21
54 min
Tycoons of Small Biz
E58 What's Your Story? with Scott Snider
In this episode hosts Austin and Landon, interview guest Scott Snider, president of Exit Planning Institute. Scott shares with us why Exit Planning is important for business owners to talk about and consider regardless of how many years the company has been in business or how old the owners are.Life happens and unexpected events can take a turn on the business so being prepared and being proactive is the safest and most productive route to take when owning a business.A high school Janitor at a young age grows into an entrepreneur, owning his...
2023-02-14
1h 00
Live Beautifully with Katrina Scott
Breaking Barriers and Redefining the Fitness Industry with Katie & Denise Austin
Denise and Katie Austin are the ultimate example of a family that encourages each other and breaks barriers together. Get ready for mother-and-daughter relationship tips, entrepreneurial lessons, and advice on leadership. Connect with Denise and Katie on Instagram: Denise Austin and Katie Austin Connect with me on Instagram at Instagram.com/KatrinaScott Text me at this link- http://my.community.com/katrinascott Build Your Own Beautifully Branded Website http://LiveBeautifully.com/Tonic --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/katrina-scott-podcast/message --- Send in a voice m...
2023-01-24
59 min
Piers Austin
Scott Green Up In Smoke Shooting The Sh*t UNCENSORED! With Piers Austin (Full Interview)
Scott Green Up In Smoke Shooting The Sh*t UNCENSORED! With Piers Austin (Full Interview)Scott Green Is An Australian Professional Wrestler From Newcastle, NSW and is one of the top up and comers on the Aussie Scene.With his entertaining character he is entertaining wrestling fans with his unique style!Come and Check Out this awesome conversation and many more! Make sure to hit that subscribe button!SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ▶️ YouTube https://youtube.com/c/PiersAustin▶️ Twitch Twitch.tv/thepiersaustin▶️ Spreaker https://spreaker.page.link/JhRL3UxvUXCBkG1v8▶️Ap...
2022-11-10
1h 27
Liquidity & Liquor
Episode 5 - Austin Zelan | How to Buy Passive Income
► About The GuestAustin Zelan is an American businessman, investor, TEDx speaker, and philanthropist. Throughout his career, he has always focused on productivity and efficiency, finding ways to have more positive impact with his work. This has allowed him to simultaneously run multiple successful businesses, pursue his PhD, and serve on several executive boards. He has a passion to help others grow and achieve more. Austin currently coaches students from around the world to increase their impact, while decreasing inefficiencies. He helps each student create Six Figures in Passive Income through his mentorship program. Th...
2022-09-14
1h 17
Piers Austin
Scott Green On Shooting The Sh*t UNCENSORED! With Piers Austin
Scott Green On Shooting The Sh*t UNCENSORED! With Piers AustinScott Green Is An Australian Professional Wrestler From Newcastle, NSW and is one of the top up and comers on the Aussie Scene.With his entertaining character he is entertaining wrestling fans with his unique style!SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ▶️ YouTube https://youtube.com/c/PiersAustin▶️ Twitch Twitch.tv/thepiersaustin▶️ Spreaker https://spreaker.page.link/JhRL3UxvUXCBkG1v8▶️Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/piers-austin/id1577511099▶️Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6CmwLcLuIfltNqgJJnuL1H?si=aaYb-CROQCy6tiR9HHSsPgFo...
2022-08-11
1h 00
Austin Fitness Community
Episode #18 - Nick Scott
A car accident left Nick Scott unable to walk, but it didn't derail his competitive ambitions. He's become a shining light in wheelchair bodybuilding and an inspiration to lifters everywhere! Nick is the head chairman of Wheelchair Bodybuilding. Nick Scott: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeastwcbb/ - Website: https://linktr.ee/nickscott - Austin Fitness Community: - Website: https://www.austinfitnesscommunity.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinfitnesscommunity/ - Podcast Links: https://anchor.fm/austinfitnesscommunity ...
2022-07-28
1h 46
Radio Dad with Mike Austin
Radio Dad with Mike Austin (Show # 31)- Scott Cramton of "American Immersion Theater" & The Sacrifice(s) His Dad Made
When Scott Cramton was born, he had a cleft pallet. It took 6 or 7 surgeries just to get him to the point of being able to speak. Scott worked hard , with his speech therapist(s) and was very focused even though he was told he should NEVER do any kind of public speaking! His dad fought hard and worked hard to get Scott the help he needed, from surgery to speech therapy and confidence building. Scott's dad worked 2 jobs and tons of overtime. In the end, Scott WENT INTO PUBLIC SPEAKING!!! He has formed the "American Immersion Theater". I talk...
2022-04-09
31 min
Talking Beards
Dylan Powell of the Austin Facial Hair Club
Dylan Powell of the Austin Facial Hair Club is with us to talk the triumphant return of Come and Shave it 16 to the iconic Mohawk in downtown Austin, TX. This years event will benifit The Other Ones Foundation which helps the homeless situation in the greater Austin area. Scott was in and out all episode due to his internests being high on the CBD's so Aaron took control of this sinking ship and sailed it back to shore saving Dylan to live another day!!! There was some beard mail and competition news and spreading of all things g...
2022-02-19
58 min
Leaders Moment
Integrity and Respect No Matter the Cost, with Scott Sidler - Part 3 - LM0228
Is it hard to walk in faith and have peace when it feels like the world is crumbling around you?Scott Sidler sure faced some of those challenges as the owner of a construction company navigating the COVID pandemic. He shares how years of walking side by side with God laid the foundation for him to have peace and walk in faith during that time.In this episode of the Leadership Moment, Scott shares some great (and eternal) insights on how to keep your business finances in check and how to trust that God will...
2022-01-11
12 min
Entrepreneur Stories 4⃣ Inspiration
228: From Teacher to Contractor to Manufacturer of Innovative Outdoor Living Products... Scott Selzer of StruXure
Scott Selzer is the CEO of StruXure Outdoor, Inc. formerly Arcadia Building Products. As a school teacher with a part-time remodeling company, Scott specialized in building decks and pergolas, refinishing basements and tackling other home improvements projects for his clients. When his students encouraged him to follow his dream to become a full-time entrepreneur, Scott started Adjustable Patio Covers, a company focused on improving outdoor spaces. This Episode is Sponsored By: Nearside is helping small businesses save money. With Nearside, there’s no minimum balance requirement. Nearside business checking helps you grow your business by...
2022-01-03
1h 24
Leaders Moment
Integrity and Respect No Matter the Cost, with Scott Sidler - Part 2
It costs something to run a business with integrity and respect.In the second episode of this three-episode discussion, we continue our conversation about integrity and respect, avoiding disaster, and overcoming temptation. We also go over what it looks like in business to do everything as unto the Lord. This is great listening for entrepreneurs who want to stay on the right track!You’ll learn how Scott Sidler of Austin Historical overcame a time when his integrity was challenged by another contractor's shady business practices. He shares how he chose integrity over income and te...
2021-12-28
18 min
Leaders Moment
Integrity and Respect No Matter the Cost, with Scott Sidler - Part 1
Have you ever been in a situation where you had to make a tough decision?In this episode, Scott Sidler of Austin Historical shares how he weaves faith and responsibility with everything in his business. Part 1 of our chat is all about the "un-contractor" -- a person who upholds their end of the contract by doing things ethically, honestly and respectfully. We also talk about COVID's impact on building supplies for construction companies like Austin Historical. ➡️ Blog Post: https://leadersmoment.org/226snKEY TAKEAWAYS:How faith has played a part in S...
2021-12-14
20 min
Brotherhood of Fatherhood
BOF 96: Be A Whole Life Millionaire with Austin Linney
In this episode, Scott interviews Austin Linney. Austin Linney is a serial entrepreneur, real estate investor, business and mindset coach, and host of the weekly podcast, Construct Your Life with Austin Linney. He has built an expansive network of top professionals in leading industries and helped countless individuals break through obstacles and become who they were meant to be. For years, Austin struggled with negative thought patterns, self-sabotage, and alcohol addiction that left him trapped in an unfulfilling job, financial struggles, and disconnected and failing relationships. When he reached a breaking point, Austin knew he needed to t...
2021-11-24
52 min
Scott’s game corner
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2021-06-04
01 min
Scott’s game corner
Live dnd war
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2021-05-19
1h 17
Scott’s game corner
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2021-04-30
1h 18
Scott’s game corner
Live dnd 3 meeting the cloud giant
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2021-04-28
1h 14
This is a True Story
I Started Rock Climbing and it Changed my Life - Austin Harvey
Austin Harvey was stuck. “After a tumultuous breakup, a good friend of mine finally convinced me — after trying for months — to go to a bouldering gym with him. I had nothing better to do, I figured, so I went.” Everything changed after this decision. Tune in to hear the rest of this true story. Austin Harvey is writer and musician based in Pittsburgh, PA. His life is invested in content creation and he finds immense pride in the process of creating his texts and music. Find Austin Harvey using these links below, https://linktr.e...
2021-02-09
25 min
Austin Art Talk
Kevin Ivester - The Art Of The Gallery
"I think that we are all striving towards the same goals. People are making artwork, galleries are showing artwork, and we all want to be seen. We all want to be making a positive impact somewhere. How do we move forward? I think collaboration is key ” What does it take to open an art gallery and frame shop in Austin during a pandemic? A lot. For Kevin Ivester, owner of Ivester Contemporary and Eastside Picture Framing, these businesses are the culmination of a long-term dream and years of working in all aspects of the art world including, ga...
2021-02-03
48 min
Scott’s game corner
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2020-10-18
00 min
The Note Closers Show Podcast
EP 617 - Real Estate Investing And Hard Money Lending In Austin, TX With Aaron Trevino
If you’re looking for a real estate market that is doing quite well despite the pandemic, Austin, Texas is way up there on the list. With relatively low unemployment and default rates compared to other major cities, and a skyrocketing demand for real estate, Austin is a good place to invest. Scott Carson treats us with a peek of the hard money lending and market statistics of this real estate hotbed with local hard-money lender and investor-focused realtor, Aaron Trevino. In this episode, Aaron tells us why he is optimistic about a healthy market for fix/flip deals an...
2020-09-14
29 min
The Academy Podcast with Austin & G
"Captured Moments" - Roland Scott & Gianna Snell
Austin and G talk to photographers, Roland Scott and Gianna Snell about the love, the finances, the misconceptions and the work, in the life of photographers on a mission to capture the most precious moments.
2020-08-17
00 min
Austin Art Talk
Becca Borrelli - Sensitive As F**K
Becca Borrelli is an illustrator, teacher, story teller, and part of The Lemon House where she has her art studio, which will also be hosting an upcoming Process Over Product Art Series. Becca also just launched her own podcast Secret Sauce, and I highly recommend you check it out. We talk about her journey as an artist, teacher, and small business owner, and talk a lot about how sensitivity can be reframed into a strength instead of a weakness. The following text is courtesy of Becca's websites Becca Borrelli is an...
2020-04-14
1h 04
Austin Art Talk
Naomi Schlinke - Being Mobile
“You don’t just believe in yourself, You behave in a way that you can believe in yourself, trust yourself. You have to show up. You have to show up everyday in the studio. You have to put in your time to make this unreal thing real.” Naomi Schlinke is an visual artist who after many years as a professional dancer, decided to shift her energy primarily to painting. But dance and movement still inform the spirit of her work and the way it is created. As Naomi says in the interview, she provokes the conditions where...
2020-02-07
1h 20
Austin Art Talk
Annalise Gratovich
"I have a huge interest in empathy and compassion and humanizing people. That’s been a big part of my work and my life." Annalise Gratovich is a Texas printmaker who uses a lot of different tools and a supportive community to create small to sometimes very large prints. She can often be found carving carefully and meditatively out of wood, scribing into metal, or hand dying paper, the goal being to breathe life into the various beings, objects, and plants that inhabit the totemic and endearing world she has created. A world inspired by her fa...
2020-01-18
1h 05
Austin Art Talk
Keith Kreeger - Objects Matter
"It’s always scary to stop doing something. But if you don’t stop doing something, you can't do something new. Every time I’ve stopped doing something other opportunities came, or I had time to try something new." Keith Kreeger loves clay. For the past 25 years he has dedicated himself to forming and shaping various types and colors of that material, into beautiful bowls, vases, plates, and many other objects that are intended to be used and enjoyed. After college he set up his first potters studio in Cape Cod, where he grew and honed his ar...
2019-11-16
1h 10
Austin Art Talk
Karen Offutt
“My goal has always been to make a painting breathe with realism, but when you get up to it you can really see the brush quality. That is what I’ve always been drawn to when I look at work. That has been my obsession since I was very young.” Karen Offutt is a figurative realist painter and one of the founders of Austin’s own Atelier Dojo, a professional arts academy offering classes, workshops with visiting artists, open studio sessions, and a new intensive study program starting next year. After growing up with a love of drawi...
2019-11-10
1h 04
Austin Art Talk
Susannah Morgan - For The Love Of Art
"The nature of the business is relationship building. With clients, with artists, with framers and installers. The people that make up this whole ecosystem we call the art world. Even people who come and pack the work and ship it, even they need to understand. Building up trust with all of these people I think is important. So in building relationships you have to be true to who you are as a person. I think it is something we re-learn even on a personal level, is just being true to who you are and knowing who you are. And...
2019-10-30
1h 10
Austin Art Talk
Women & Their Work - Chris Cowden
"I think artists are extremely inspirational people. You need a lot of mental discipline to continue to affirm the role of creativity and your voice in the conversation. That’s why I think artists are so important because it's just a really important point of view and perception in this cacophony that we hear. Especially now it's really good to bend your ear towards maybe more nuanced, more complicated, more complex murmurings and conversations about issues that artists are giving us." Chris Cowden is the executive director of Women & Their Work, which for over 40 years has pi...
2019-09-10
1h 01
Austin Art Talk
Stella Alesi - Journeying
"When I was eleven I said I was going to be an artist, it’s just part of the process. You have to make bad work sometimes, it’s part of the deal. If you are not willing to make bad art then you are not willing to take chances. You have to make bad art to get to the good stuff. It’s just part of it." Text courtesy of Stella's website Stella Alesi has resided in Austin, Texas for the last 25 years. Her work has been exhibited in commercial and university galleries throug...
2019-03-13
1h 17
Austin Art Talk
Ariel René Jackson
"For me the success of a piece is if I’m able to create a weird sense of peace and disturbance to keep people there longer to sort of sit with it. Sometimes it can be hard because a lot of my work on the surface level you’re not able to see that research, you’re not able to receive that information. So a lot of it is the form and the experience with the form. I’m not necessarily interested in making didactic work. I’m very interested in using research and personal archives and communal archives to pull ou...
2019-03-04
1h 02
Austin Art Talk
Alyssa Taylor Wendt
"As an artist you have to remember that you are always working. And you’re not just working when you are in the studio actually making something. You are working when you’re sleeping, dreaming, reading, looking at other peoples art, having conversations, and tripping over a rock. It’s all a part of your practice. To be able to embrace every element of your life as being a part of your practice takes the pressure off of going to the studio and the blank page. Just think of your studio as another tool." Bio courte...
2019-01-28
1h 16
The F.E.A.R Experience
[ EP. 2 ] F.E.A.R - Parking Lot Podcast! Starts off with JUUL and ends with???Listen till the end!
Scott and Austin dig DEEP to find a missing JUUL (wish I was kidding) talk motivation, challenges, gratitude, and much more! Listen until the end. (Audio cuts off mid-setence), will be finished with the next episode! Part 2 coming SOON! -@sc7tt @fear.fitness @the_shred_neck (instagram)
2018-11-18
59 min
Movies Unhacked
028: Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997)
Who is the better character, Austin Powers or Dr. Evil? How do cryonics work? What movies from the 1960s and 1970s influenced this movie? Listen now to find out! Scott Croco unhacks Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997). When an evil genius is unfrozen after 30 years, only Austin Powers can stop him. In this podcast episode, Scott Croco unhacks Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997). Episode Log: Mike Myers - brief bio (0:40) Summary of Austin Powers's story/plot (2:50) Scott's thoughts on the film (4:45) Influences from the 1960s and 1970s (8:20) Eye-patch X-ray vision tech (13:30) Cryonics...
2018-11-16
24 min
Give and Take
Episode 125: Faith in the Shadows, with Austin Fischer
My guest is Austin Fischer. Too often, our honest questions about faith are met with cold confidence and easy answers. But false certitude doesn't result in strong faith—it results in disillusionment, or worse, in a dogmatic, overweening faith unable to see itself or its object clearly. Even as a pastor, Austin Fischer has experienced the shadows of doubt and disillusionment. In Faith in the Shadows, he leans into perennial questions about Christianity with raw and fearless integrity. He addresses contemporary science, the problem of evil, hell, God's silence, and other issues, offering not only fresh treatments of these qu...
2018-09-21
51 min
Austin Art Talk
Jason Phelps - The Creative Self
"Who are the people in your life that inspire you, that support you, that you can connect with on a regular basis, to keep that creative spirit going, to inspire you to explore things that you maybe never have?" "If you have something that lights your fire, that really inspires you, find a way to do it and surround yourself with people who are doing it also." For the last thirty five years Jason Phelps has been studying and practicing a diversity of performing arts including acting, dance, music, and voice-over. Additionally he has...
2018-05-26
59 min
Austin Art Talk
Faustinus - El Subconsciente
"We all are photographers. Everybody will have their own excuses to take photos. But to me just being able to keep shooting I think it is already in my veins, in my mind, in my heart, in my soul." Photographer Faustinus Deraet learns more about himself every time he clicks the button on his camera, captures an image, and makes a print. These images are windows into his subconscious (subconsciente) which end up revealing something deeper that needs to be expressed. He also uses photography as a journal of his life as he tries to be fully...
2018-05-05
1h 00
Austin Art Talk
PRINTAUSTIN - Cathy Savage & Elvia Perrin
PRINTAUSTIN is one of the top art events in town that happens every January and February. Cathy Savage and Eliva Perrin started this celebration of printmaking five years ago, and with a lot of hard work and some help along the way they have created a month long community building and art promoting steamroller. Join me for a fun conversation about their own careers, how they met and started PrintAustin, and many of the great exhibits, artist talks, demonstrations and workshops that will be happening this year. Some of the subjects we discuss: Cathy’s ba...
2017-12-30
1h 02
Austin Art Talk
Claire Howard - Curating & The Open Road
This interview is with Claire Howard, the Assistant Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at the Blanton Museum of Art here in Austin. The museum is currently hosting a traveling photography exhibit called The Open Road: Photography and the American Road Trip. Claire speaks about the content and images that make up the exhibit and shares what goes on behind the scenes to plan for and integrate an exhibition into a new space. She also had the chance to add elements to the original line up that enhance the conversation and relate to our location and it’s history fo...
2017-12-23
56 min
Austin Art Talk
Hayley Gillespie - Art.Science.Gallery.
Turns out that art and science are more related than you might expect. This weeks highly informative episode is with Dr. Hayley Gillespie, the founder and director of Art.Science.Gallery. She has bachelor’s degrees in biology, fine art, and environmental studies from Austin College and a doctoral degree in ecology, evolution, and behavior from UT. In addition to being a small business owner she also studies endangered species, creates art that is inspired by her activities as a scientist, and practices sustainable urban agriculture and native plant restoration. She is also a full time lecturer in Biology at...
2017-12-16
57 min