This Week on MPN: August 29, 2025

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Here are some highlights of the latest episodes on the Marketing Podcast Network to fuel your thinking and inspiration for the week:

HUB 469: AUTHOR INTERVIEW – Lois Creamer

Biz Book Pub Hub Podcast

August 26, 2025 – Join us as we chat with Lois Creamer about her unconventional journey to becoming a renowned consultant for speakers and consultants, the evolution of her “Book More Business” brand, and her actionable advice for turning your expertise into a thriving business asset.

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Next Era Influencer Marketing: Co-Create With Moms – Monica Banks

Marketing with Empathy

August 27, 2025 – EP 157. Connect with moms in a way that feels real—not forced. Monica Banks, founder of Mom Creators and Gugu Guru, explains the new playbook for influencer marketing. Discover why brands should think in terms of co-creation (not just paid posts), how to find the right mom creators, and the first steps to building your own mom ambassador community.

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Episode 36: The Art of Sway + Maverick Mindshare: Is Influencer Pricing Really a Black Box?

The Art of Sway

August 27, 2025 – In this conversation, Danielle Wiley and Casey Benedict explore the complexities of influencer marketing, particularly focusing on pricing standards, agency fees, and the challenges of transparency in the industry. They discuss the ‘black box’ nature of influencer compensation, the discrepancies in agency fees, and the emotional dynamics involved in negotiations. The conversation emphasizes the need for better understanding and standardization in influencer marketing practices, while also highlighting the role of agencies in navigating these challenges.

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Jake Smolarek’s Journey From An Immigrant With Not Much To His Name To A Multiple-Time Entrepreneur And Business Coach

Entrepreneur’s Enigma

August 28, 2025 – In this conversation, Danielle Wiley and Casey Benedict explore the complexities of influencer marketing, particularly focusing on pricing standards, agency fees, and the challenges of transparency in the industry. They discuss the ‘black box’ nature of influencer compensation, the discrepancies in agency fees, and the emotional dynamics involved in negotiations. The conversation emphasizes the need for better understanding and standardization in influencer marketing practices, while also highlighting the role of agencies in navigating these challenges.

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What Do I Work on First? | Episode 4

Book Proposal Podcast

August 28, 2025 – On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling has a palette-cleanser conversation about the business of food with Celebrity Chef Katie Chin, host of Bagels & Banter Jessica Fishenfeld, and founder of BakeBot.ai and Bakespace Babette Pepaj. In addition to extolling the virtues and universality of food, the panel swapped food memories, disaster stories, and more.

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