Parhaat Indie Business Podcastit (2024)

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Ep 373 - Crafting Meaningful Narratives Through Gameplay with Ata Sergey Nowak 45:29

4d ago45:29

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Balancing narrative and gameplay is a challenge that has puzzled game designers for decades, but thankfully there are lots of effective ways to overcome these obstacles. Today, we're going to take a deep dive into how ludonarrative experimentation can redefine this balance. With insights drawn from our guest’s extensive experience in narrative-driv…

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Linkedin Update 11:25

6d ago11:25

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In this episode, I discuss improving my content on Linkedin and results Show Notes and Other Domains: smashingthemes.com camarofamily.com This podcast is proudly hosted on Caproni.fm. 💥Thanks to the monthly supporters💥 Brendan Weinstein Ross Kinkade Published on November 4, 2024

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11 Somebody Told Me: Referrals 33:47

7d ago33:47

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We met up in Norwich this week (thanks, half term) to plan out our upcoming episodes. We’ve got topics up to #20, but we always welcome suggestions. Themes include tone of voice (suggested by Amy Nolan), software, and copywriting (it’s probably about time). Today’s episode is called Somebody Told Me, and we talk about how inbound referrals can boos…

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Ep 372 - How to Survive and Grow an Indie Studio Over a Decade with Ryan Canuel 56:31

11d ago56:31

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What does it take to survive as an indie game studio for 10 years? That's a great question and one we're going to tackle head on by exploring challenges of sustaining an independent game studio. Today our guest shares their journy starting as a student project, and the lessons learned along the ways like overcoming early hurdles to adapting to indu…

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Auto Template 11:14

13d ago11:14

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In this episode, I discuss making a template for the auto industry Show Notes and Other Domains: smashingthemes.com camarofamily.com This podcast is proudly hosted on Caproni.fm. 💥Thanks to the monthly supporters💥 Brendan Weinstein Ross Kinkade Published on October 28, 2024

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Ep 371 - How to Resonate with your Audience and Get Remarkable Results 55:01

18d ago55:01

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Today, we're diving into how to resonate with your audience and achieve remarkable results. This episode is a special one, as I'll be sharing insights from a recent talk I gave, tailored just for you. So sit back, relax, and let's explore how to connect with your audience and make an impact. Interested in getting valuable market and audience insigh…

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Making Writing More Memorable for Social Media 27:39

20d ago27:39

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In this episode, I discuss the books I've been reading to get more views on Linkedin. I've started testing out some of the methods. I go over all the Linkedin posts so far Show Notes and Other Domains: smashingthemes.com camarofamily.com This podcast is proudly hosted on Caproni.fm. 💥Thanks to the monthly supporters💥 Brendan Weinstein Ross Kinkade …

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10 Paranoid Android: AI 39:10

24d ago39:10

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Hi, Mel here, Today’s episode is called Paranoid Android, and it’s all about AI. Specifically, generative AI. Even more specifically, the large language model (LLM) kind. Think ChatGPT and the suchlike. This one's a re-record because my mic - despite being plugged in and switched on - wasn't picked up by the software. Even though the software said …

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Ep 370 - Sustaining Creativity and Innovation in Indie Games with Tyler Glaiel 52:52

25d ago52:52

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Indie game development often thrives on the balance between iteration and long-term sustainability, but in doing so, there's always the potential risk of burning out. So today, we're going to explore strategies on how to maintain creativity over time and how to adapt your development process to evolve projects while fostering innovation and sustain…

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Turning the Podcast into a Product 10:48

27d ago10:48

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In this episode, I discuss wanting to up the quality of the podcast and using the podcast to learn copywriting Show Notes and Other Domains: smashingthemes.com camarofamily.com This podcast is proudly hosted on Caproni.fm. 💥Thanks to the monthly supporters💥 Brendan Weinstein Ross Kinkade Published on October 14, 2024…

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Ep 369 - Lessons in Building a Sustainable Indie Game Business with Jeff Vogel 1:03:50

1M ago1:03:50

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The indie game industry has evolved dramatically in the last few decades. But despite some fundamental challenges that remain, reaching sustainability is still possible to acheive. So today, we're going to dive deep into how one developer has thrived for over 30 years, balancing creativity and business by focusing on shareware games. We'll explore …

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100 Domains 10:20

1M ago10:20

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In this episode, I discuss wanting to buy 100 domains Show Notes and Other Domains: smashingthemes.com camarofamily.com travelmealbag.com ixtheme.com Episode Page Join the Email List This podcast is proudly hosted on Caproni.fm. Support this podcast 💥Thanks to the monthly supporters💥 Brendan Weinstein Ross Kinkade Published on October 7, 2024…

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09 Shiny Happy People: Personal Brands 46:25

1M ago46:25

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Hallo, Ben here, Today’s episode is called Shiny Happy People, and it’s all about building a personal brand. Mel and I dig into what a personal brand actually is, and what having one might do for your business. Have you got a personal brand? Do you want one?? Do you need one??? In this show, we’ll ask and answer all those questions and more. As a s…

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Ep 368 - How to Balance Roles While Building an IP with Adriaan Jansen 57:03

1M ago57:03

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Managing an indie studio requires juggling multiple roles, from creative direction to financial management, all while staying true to a game’s vision. It may not be easy, but it can be done. So today, we're going to dive into the challenges of balancing these responsibilities, and explore how to build up your IP all while learning how to effectivel…

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I Learned CSS Grid 9:19

1M ago9:19

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In this episode, I discuss how I learned CSS Grid for Smashing Themes Show Notes and Other Domains: smashingthemes.com camarofamily.com This podcast is proudly hosted on Caproni.fm. 💥Thanks to the monthly supporters💥 Brendan Weinstein Ross Kinkade Published on September 30, 2024

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Ep 367 - How to Align Marketing and Community Needs During Development with Amanda Vandenburg 51:57

2M ago51:57

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Marketing and community management are often the bridge between game developers and their audience, but navigating this relationship during production can be tricky. So today, we're going to uncover how to align marketing strategies with community needs by discussing effective ways to create authentic connections and drive player engagement, all wh…

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Building Templates for Specific Industries 9:55

2M ago9:55

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In this episode, I discuss building Smashing Themes templates for specific industries Show Notes and Other Domains: smashingthemes.com camarofamily.com This podcast is proudly hosted on Caproni.fm. 💥Thanks to the monthly supporters💥 Brendan Weinstein Ross Kinkade Published on September 23, 2024

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08 Chasing Rainbows: Business Plans 37:22

2M ago37:22

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Hi, Mel and Ben here, Today’s episode is called Chasing Rainbows, and it’s all about business planning. There’s a strong theme of “do as we say, not as we do” in this episode 🙃. We both tend to approach our business planning with the start point of, “how do we want our family life to look?” We both have young children and share school run duties wi…

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Ep 366 - How Indie Devs Can Think Big with Ryan Laley 38:21

2M ago38:21

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Many indie game developers fall into the trap of letting their limitations dictate their creative process, which can affect more than just their games. So today, we're going to challenge this mindset by discussing how studios can apply AAA principles to their projects, and learn how to think big, innovate, and overcome limitations that may stand in…

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Domains I Have Purchased Recently 11:20

2M ago11:20

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In this episode, I discuss the domains I have bought, why I bought them, their stats, and how many impressions they have so far Show Notes and Other Domains: smashingthemes.com camarofamily.com travelmealbag.com ixtheme.com Episode Page Join the Email List This podcast is proudly hosted on Caproni.fm. Support this podcast 💥Thanks to the monthly sup…

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Ep 365 - Crafting Your Career Value in a Competitive Games Market with Jean Leggett 54:08

2M ago54:08

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With the gaming industry experiencing significant job cuts over the past several months, developers and professionals are finding it increasingly difficult to secure new opportunities, making articulating your value more critical than ever. In this episode, we're going to discuss how to communicate your worth effectively in such a competitive envir…

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60 Days on Pinterest 12:25

2M ago12:25

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In this episode, I discuss 60 days on Pinterest for wannadog.com Show Notes and Other Domains: smashingthemes.com camarofamily.com travelmealbag.com ixtheme.com Episode Page Join the Email List This podcast is proudly hosted on Caproni.fm. Support this podcast 💥Thanks to the monthly supporters💥 Brendan Weinstein Ross Kinkade Published on September …

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07 A Design For Life: creating for yourself 52:13

2M ago52:13

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I’ve got a special guest co-host this time, because Ben’s been on paternity leave. This one’s called A Design For Life and features the lovely Dan Nelken. In this episode we talk about the importance of creating stuff for ourselves. It’s a long one, as we covered a lot of ground. Dan explains how adding structure into your routine can improve your …

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Ep 364 - Transforming Game Development Using AI Analytics with Mo Hallaba 41:53

2M ago41:53

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AI is revolutionizing data analytics and game development, presenting both opportunities and challenges for developers. Unfortunately, many are unsure how to leverage this information effectively. In this episode, we explore how AI solutions are reshaping the gaming industry by looking into practical applications and future trends in AI-driven game…

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ExpiredDomains.net 12:00

2M ago12:00

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In this episode, I discuss how to find good domains on expireddomains.net Show Notes and Other Domains: smashingthemes.com camarofamily.com travelmealbag.com ixtheme.com Episode Page Join the Email List This podcast is proudly hosted on Caproni.fm. Support this podcast 💥Thanks to the monthly supporters💥 Brendan Weinstein Ross Kinkade Published on S…

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Ep 363 - Breaking Down Barriers in Game Discovery with Ichiro Lambe 46:26

2M ago46:26

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Many great games go unnoticed due to a lot of different factors, but one of the main areas studios and developers struggle with is nailing down discoverbility. So today, we're going to tackle this problem by understanding issues with the current game discovery system and discuss practical solutions to fix it, so you can break down barriers in game …

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Guest Host Mari Summers Interviews Josh Davidson 15:16

3M ago15:16

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In this episode, Mari and Josh discuss crypto, alternative assets Show Notes: Mari's Twitter Josh's Twitter This podcast is proudly hosted on Caproni.fm. 💥Thanks to the monthly supporters💥 Brendan Weinstein Ross Kinkade Published on August 26, 2024

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06 I Bet You Look Good On The Timeline 36:21

3M ago36:21

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This episode is called I Bet You Look Good on the Timeline, and we’re talking about everyone’s favourite/most hated social media platform… LinkedIn. In the episode we talk about how incredible LinkedIn and how much Mel (hi) loves it. Ben is… slightly less enamoured. We went to top LinkerInner and Friend Of The Show Dave Harland for a voice note abo…

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Ep 362 - Communicating Your Game's Vision to Partners with Rob Bartholomew 52:44

3M ago52:44

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Developers often struggle to clearly communicate their game’s vision to partners, leading to misalignment, potential conflicts and a whole slew of other challenges during development and beyond. In this episode, we explore how to establish and share a strong vision within your team, overcome common articulation challenges, and effectively present y…

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SmashingThemes.com Round 2 11:56

3M ago11:56

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In this episode, I discuss wanting to bring back SmashingThemes.com Show Notes and Other Domains: smashingthemes.com camarofamily.com travelmealbag.com ixtheme.com Episode Page Join the Email List This podcast is proudly hosted on Caproni.fm. Support this podcast 💥Thanks to the monthly supporters💥 Brendan Weinstein Ross Kinkade Published on August …

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Ep 361 - Crafting Memorable Game Animation with Daniel Floyd 50:29

3M ago50:29

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Crafting game animation requires more than technical skill, as it's about weaving immersive storytelling into interactive experiences. And while this can enhance gameplay and storytelling, it's a challenge to address...but doesn't always have to be. Today, we're going to dive deep into the craft of game animation, discussing everything from strateg…

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Uptick in WannaDog traffic 8:42

3M ago8:42

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In this episode, I discuss an uptick in WannaDog.com's traffic and the reasons for it. Show Notes and Other Domains: smashingthemes.com camarofamily.com travelmealbag.com ixtheme.com Episode Page Join the Email List This podcast is proudly hosted on Caproni.fm. Support this podcast 💥Thanks to the monthly supporters💥 Brendan Weinstein Ross Kinkade P…

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05 Flaming Lips: Public Speaking 36:10

3M ago36:10

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This episode is called Flaming Lips, and we’re talking about public speaking as a way to build your profile and attract more clients. We’ve both spoken on large stages, and one of the reasons we wanted to start a podcast was to… * improve our public speaking * get more speaking gigs, both in-person and on podcasts In the talk we mention Ben’s speak…

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Ep 360 - Effective Media Strategies that Stand Out with George Osborn 58:07

3M ago58:07

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Navigating the world of media relations can be challenging for indie game developers, often struggling to capture the attention of journalists and influencers especially in the current crowded landscape. However, all it can take to tackle these challenges is a simple approach. Today, we're going to discover actionable strategies for establishing st…

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Guest Host Mari Summers Interviews Los of Flirt with Los 26:52

3M ago26:52

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In this episode, Mari and Los discuss building viral apps Show Notes: Mari's Twitter Los' Twitter This podcast is proudly hosted on Caproni.fm. Published on August 5, 2024

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Ep 359 - Killing the Game Biz Dev Scene with Harry Phokou 1:06:36

3M ago1:06:36

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Indie game devs and studios often struggle with business development, missing out on everything from potential partners and significant growth opportunities. Whether this is due to fear, lack of time, or limited expertise, getting what you need is still obtainable, and simpler than you may think. Today, we're going to reveal key strategies for tack…

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