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Creator Economy Live
Every other week, the Creator Economy Live podcast brings you lively conversations about everything in the world of influencer marketing and the creator economy. Whether you’re an established creator or a seasoned influencer marketing expert, or on your way to becoming either, this podcast is perfect for you. Subscribe so you don’t miss every episode! Creator Economy Live is presented by the industry’s top voices Brendan Gahan (Mekanism) and Keith Bendes (Linqia) and brought to you by the biggest event for influencer marketers in the US Creator Economy Live!
Episodes
88 episodes
How Kamala’s Campaign Went Viral with Parker Butler
In Episode 88 of Creator Economy Live, Keith sits down with Parker Butler—former Director of Digital Rapid Response for Kamala Harris’s 2024 campaign and now Managing Partner at Luminary Strategies, a Gen Z-led agency born out of the viral Kama...
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Episode 88
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How TikTok Is Rewriting the Entertainment Playbook
We’re going “across the pond” for a special Manchester edition of Creator Economy Live, joined by Beatrice Mustocea, Creator & Public Figures Lead at TikTok UK.With a career spanning Google, LinkedIn, and now TikTok, Beatric...
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Episode 87
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UK Creator Marketing Insights with Naomi Horan of Cloud Nine
Creator Economy Live is going global 🌍 — and in Episode 85, we’re crossing the pond to the UK ahead of our upcoming trip to Manchester.Keith and Brendan sit down with Naomi Horan, marketing leader at Cloud Nine, the premium hair styling...
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Episode 86
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Behind The Viral Jingle: Romeo's Dr Pepper Moment
Want to hear these insights and more in person? Creator Economy Live is landing in Manchester 29 - 30 April. Save 20% on your ticket with code CELP...
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Episode 85
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Christina Le on LinkedIn Influence, Slate’s Marketing Playbook & the Future of B2B Creators
This week on Creator Economy Live, Keith Bendes and Brendan Gahan are joined by Christina Le, Head of Marketing at Slate and a rising voice in the creator economy on LinkedIn.Christina has built a powerful personal brand ...
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Episode 84
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The Strategy Behind MGM’s Influencer Empire with Jessica Dove
Jessica Dove, Director of Social Media & Influencer Marketing at MGM Resorts, joins us to unpack how one of the most iconic hospitality brands in the world approaches creator partnerships.With over 10 years at MGM, Jess shares how i...
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Episode 83
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How Dove Scales Creator Marketing: Inside Unilever’s “Influencer in Every Zip Code” Playbook with Dana Paolucci
This week on the Creator Economy Live Podcast, we’re joined by Dana Paolucci, Head of PR & Influence for Dove North America. Dana walks us through a decade-long evolution of Dove’s influencer strategy—from one-off campaigns to always-on, co...
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Episode 82
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Live From Vegas: How Brittany Lamp Harnessed Life360 Socials Into 1.6M TikTok Fans
We’re live from Las Vegas at Creator Economy West for a fast-paced episode packed with news, hot takes, and a standout guest. Keith and Brendan break down what MrBeast’s viral hiring spree really signals, whether AI streamers are the future of ...
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Episode 81
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How Southwest Airlines Builds Influencer Programs That Scale with Kara Salazar
In Episode 80 of Creator Economy Live, we’re joined by Kara Salazar, who leads influencer marketing at Southwest Airlines. Kara breaks down how the brand’s creator strategy has evolved over the past four years — from launching and scaling South...
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Episode 80
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🎄 The 12 Stories of Social: How 2025 Supercharged the Creator Economy
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Episode 79
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Why Brands Listen to Rob Mayhew
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Episode 78
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Inside the Ad World’s Favorite Creator Duo with Jack Westercamp
Creator Economy Live is back with Keith Bendes and Brendan Gahan, and this week we’re joined by Jack Westercamp — one half of Breaking & Entering, the media duo the ad industry can’t stop obsessing over. From Georgina Cox vs. Sweaty Betty, ...
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Episode 77
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Inside the Dhar Mann Empire with CEO Sean Atkins
Want these insights and more in person? Join us in Las Vegas, January 13 - 14 2026 for Creator Economy Live West and use code CELPOD20 at checkout!Episode 76...
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Episode 76
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A Priceless Creator Strategy - Cheryl Guerin on Brand Longevity & the Future of Influencer Marketing
Mastercard’s Priceless campaign has stood the test of time — but how does a legacy brand stay culturally relevant in a world ruled by creators and constant change?This week, Keith and Brendan chat with Cheryl Guerin, EVP of Brand Strateg...
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Episode 75
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Creator Meets Strategist: Ashwinn Krishnaswamy on Branding, Monetization, and Growth
Creator Economy Live West is taking place 13 - 14 January 2026! Use code POD20 for 20% off your ticket price.Join Keith Bendes and Brendan Gahan for another episode of Creator Economy Live as they sit down with ...
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Episode 74
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What’s Next for Creators and Brands? A Deep Dive with Tom Goodwin
In this episode of Creator Economy Live, Keith and Brendan sit down with Tom Goodwin, author of Digital Darwinism and founder of All We Have Is Now, to explore the shifting balance between creativity and performance in modern marketing.&...
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Episode 73
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From Thor to Insta-Core: Jaimie Alexander Rallies 1.2M Fans into a Thriving Community
Keith and Brendan sit down for an iconic conversation with actress Jaimie Alexandar to discuss her journey from actress to creator, how she uses her social platforms to encourage positive change in her community, and how the depth within influe...
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Episode 72
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Episode 71: Jennifer Brown on How SHEIN Made Affordable Fashion a Global Influencer Machine
Keith Bendes and Brendan Gahan sit down with Jennifer Brown, who has spent the past 6+ years leading influencer marketing and talent partnerships at fashion giant SHEIN. Jennifer pulls back the curtain on how SHEIN built one of the world’s most...
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Episode 71
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Inside Portal A: Zach Blume on 15 Years of Shaping the Creator Economy
For our 70th episode milestone, we’re joined by long-time friend and branded content pioneer Zach Blume, Co-Founder of Portal A. From the early days of viral YouTube hits to partnering with Jimmy Kimmel’s Wheelhouse Entertainment, Zach has spen...
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Episode 70
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Live from NYC: Inside the Bodyarmor × Dude Perfect Partnership
Live from New York at Creator Economy Live, hosts Keith Bendes and Brendan Gahan sit down with Bodyarmor’s VP of Communications, Danielle Hughes, and Dude Perfect’s Chief Brand Officer, Chad Coleman, to unpack one of the most buzzed-about brand...
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Episode 69
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Sam Parr Talks Betting on Community & What Creators Get Right
From hot dog hustler to media mogul, My First Million co-host Sam Parr joins Keith and Brendan for a no-filter conversation on marketing mastery, community building, and what top creators like MrBeast and Bryan Johnson get so...
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Episode 68
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The Rise Of Corporate Bro: Ross Pomerantz Unfiltered
This week, we're joined by the one and only Ross Pomerantz—aka "Corporate Bro," now proudly "Corporate Dad." You know him for his razor-sharp satire of sales life and his viral videos, but there's a lot more to Ross. From earning an MB...
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Episode 67
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Pepsi, Platforms & Punchy Marketing Truths with Christina Westley
Want to get all this content and MORE in person? Then you need to be at Creator Economy L...
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Episode 66
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Live From Cannes: How TikTok is Powering the Next Wave of Creators
From the beaches of Cannes to your For You page, Keith and Brendan sit down with Kim Farrell - Head of Creators at TikTok, and dive into how TikTok is helping creators connect, create, and cash in. We explore why live events are becoming a core...
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Episode 65
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