Edutainment and Advertainment. Is there any difference between them, and if so how? We hear from Daniel Knowlton in this week’s episode about the values of this strategy for small and large businesses alike.

Just this last month, Knowlton Marketing released a public report that they put together called the 2026 Marketing Performance Report after speaking to 25 of the leading marketers from brands like Disney, Salesforce, BBC, and Channel 4. Might be worth a squidge.

Building relationships is a fundamental aspect of driving business success. By prioritising communication, practicing networking strategies, and fostering authentic connections, you can create a network that supports and elevates your business. Remember, every interaction is an opportunity to build a relationship that could lead to your next big break. Have a listen for tips today.

Reaching your audience can be done in so many varied ways these days. You can even use community notice boards, or pop over to X and look up Journo Request and HARO and take part in the conversation. Listen to this week’s episode to hear a full range of creative ways to make the most of your creativity.

Do you know what a “tripwire offer” is? Find out in this episode with Ken Nedy. This psychology-led, stand-up comedian and marketer brings all the answers about email marketing.

“AI has accelerated everything”. Hear from Ken Nedy as he outlines the tips and the TOOLS you need to know about email marketing for your business.

How does the word “jelly babies” make you feel? It’s harkening back to the good ole days. Listen as these two dears reminisce and chat about creating an emotional connection to your audience.

Did you connect with That 70’s Show and Stranger Things? Was it the plot or was it the scenes, clothing and even the language? Listen to nostalgia in marketing today.

In this episode, Esther and Melanie chat about how AI may be taking away independent thought and general independence from business owners. Has it become a crutch, or is it an aid?

Listen as the ladies chat about the topic and tell us your thoughts. Are we no longer trusting what we read and see because of AI?

Tell us what you think after having a listen.

In this episode, Nikki Rausch tells us how she developed the sales styles that work for her clients from her start in NLP. She explains how we should use the psychology of sales when we go to sell to our customers.

If you feel like you’re doing sales TO someone? It can feel a little manipulative if you’re already not comfortable with sales. “It’s not your job to convince people to buy from you”.

Find out what your job actually is from Nikki Rausch Sales Maven in this week’s episode.

Are you using all aspects of marketing in your business? Using a mixture of owned, earned and paid marketing (POEM) can make a real difference. In this episode, Esther and Melanie explain the different areas of marketing that fall into each of these categories. Grab a pen and paper and work out which group your platforms fall into and how to maximise their potential.