Podcast Episodes
Back to Search#296 - Beyond Social Media: Why Your Mailing List Matters with Heidi Fahrenbacher from Bella Joy Pottery
Episode 296
Ryan sits down with Heidi Fahrenbacher to dive into the world of email marketing and how potters can make the most of their mailing lists. They also chat about time management strategies and the ongo…
Published on 9 months, 1 week ago
#295 - Craft Show Chaos: Managing the Busy Season
Episode 295
Ryan and Becca dive into the ups and downs of running their pottery businesses, sharing experiences from craft shows, strategies for managing busy seasons, and the nitty-gritty of pottery production.…
Published on 9 months, 2 weeks ago
#294 - Mastering ceramic decals with Isaac Shue
Episode 294
Ryan and Isaac Shue discuss preparations for Gallery Mostasa's spring show, covering pottery production, glaze techniques, and marketing. They dive into ceramic decals for customization, along with p…
Published on 9 months, 3 weeks ago
#293 - Side hustle or full-time? Weighing the pros and cons
Episode 293
Ryan and Becca discussed the pros and cons of running a side business versus full-time self-employment, emphasizing the importance of routines and boundaries. They also touched on financial planning,…
Published on 9 months, 4 weeks ago
#292 - Q&A Part X
Episode 292
Ryan & Becca are back with another Q&A episode! They answer a range of questions from wedging tables to storing your inventory efficiently to developing new product lines. Thanks to everyone who cont…
Published on 10 months ago
#291 - Profit First with Taylor Swilley
Episode 291
Ryan and Becca return for the fourth chapter of the podcast book club, diving into Profit First by Mike Michalowicz. Joined once again by Taylor Swilley, they explore key takeaways and connect the bo…
Published on 10 months, 2 weeks ago
#290 - Building a ceramic collection, one mug at a time – with Layla Lynn, aka The Mug Maiden
Episode 290
Ryan & Becca are joined by Layla Lynn, also known as the Mug Maiden, a passionate ceramic mug collector with an impressive collection of over 700 pieces. Layla shares her love for handmade ceramics a…
Published on 10 months, 3 weeks ago
#289 - The art & business of ceramic jewelry with Deanna Poelsma from Glazed & Confused Creations
Episode 289
Ryan & Becca chat with Deanna Poelsma from Glazed & Confused Creations about the art and business of ceramic jewelry. They discuss clay types, firing processes, tools, and materials for crafting and …
Published on 10 months, 4 weeks ago
#288 - Authentic growth & "The Essential Pottery Notebook" with Kara Leigh Ford
Episode 288
Ryan & Becca are joined by Kara Leigh Ford, a potter based in the United Kingdom, to discuss her journey from a full-time career in marketing to building a thriving pottery business. Kara shares her …
Published on 11 months ago
#287 - Making progress: From setting goals to staying inspired
Episode 287
Ryan and Becca kick off the episode by answering listener questions about point-of-sale systems and the enjoyable (and less enjoyable) parts of their making process. Then, they dive into the topic of…
Published on 11 months, 1 week ago