
The Business Storytelling Podcast
Top content marketer Christoph Trappe and guests share tips on connecting better with buyers. Named a Top 5 storytelling podcast, a Top 125 podcast to listen to in 2025, and a Top 1.5 percent podcast in the world.
A million downloads and counting. Listened to and watched in 100-plus countries. Available on all major podcast channels, live and DBTV.
Guests have included:
Joe Pulizzi
Michael Brenner
Kristina Podnar
Scott Brinker
Seth Godin
Barry Schwartz
... and more.
Produced by Trappe Digital LLC.
Sponsorship bookings: https://www.christophtrappe.com/sponsored-podcast-booking
Latest episodes

Dec 19, 2024 • 25min
711: What's the role of business storytelling in research?
Brian Monschein, a market research veteran and owner of NarrativeInsights.com, emphasizes the power of storytelling in effectively presenting research results. He shares insights on enhancing audience engagement, especially in virtual settings, utilizing real-time feedback, and creative presentations. Brian discusses balancing captivating narratives with informative content and the importance of rehearsal and collaboration in storytelling. He highlights real-world experiences that demonstrate how engaging storytelling can transform market research communication, ultimately driving business success.

Dec 18, 2024 • 24min
710: The value of online reviews for local businesses.
DYK? Customers are willing to spend 31% more at businesses with excellent reviews.
Ross McDaniel joins me on Episode 710 of "The Business Storytelling" to discuss just that. He is the Founder of Fencepost, a digital marketing agency that helps home service businesses grow their revenue by increasing their visibility and connecting them with more high-quality customers.
Use Ross's company here: fencepost.co
Join us.

Dec 17, 2024 • 23min
709: Should you use your name as your website's URL
I have ChristophTrappe.com. Kristin Luck has her name URL. It wasn't always that way. Kristin Luck joins me on Episode 709 of "The Business Storytelling Podcast" to discuss when it makes sense to use your name and when it doesn't. Join us.

Dec 16, 2024 • 24min
708: The role of creativity in advertising
James Hurman, founding partner of Previously Unavailable and author of "Future Demand," joins me on Episode 708 of "The Business Storytelling Podcast" to discuss how advertising with award-winning creative qualities leads to better results for brands than marketing without creativity.
Join us and grab a copy of his book here: https://amzn.to/3VtKkaY

Dec 12, 2024 • 24min
707: Are you saying what people can't unhear?
Author Tamsen Webster returns to "The Business Storytelling Podcast" for Episode 707 to "highlight the behavioral, cognitive, and psychological principles that underpin lasting change, and offers a powerful alternative to the standard tactics of influence and persuasion."
Join us and grab a copy of her book on the topic here: https://amzn.to/4gnNTHS

Dec 6, 2024 • 24min
706: Book launch week: The new "Instagram for Business for Dummies"
The latest edition is out this week and even includes updates on how to use Threads, which is owned by IG owner Meta. One of the authors, Corey Walker, returns for Episode 706 of "The Business Storytelling Podcast" to let us know what's new.
Join us and grab a copy here: https://amzn.to/3OycX2H

Dec 5, 2024 • 24min
705: How to earn an audience for your podcast
Tom Webster, author of "The Audience Is Listening: A Little Guide to Building a Big Podcast" joins me on Episode 705 of "The Business Storytelling Podcast" to share what he has learned about how to grow a podcast (i.e. earn audience) and then keep it.
Join us and grab a copy of his book here: https://amzn.to/4eRo95n

Dec 4, 2024 • 26min
704: What podcasters must know about the new FTC Deceptive Ad Rules
Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™, returns to "The Business Storytelling Podcast" for Episode 704 to discuss the impact of the new FTC rules on podcasters.Join us and feel free to listen to his previous appearance on Episode 253 here:
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Grab his book here: https://amzn.to/3OoUDZY

Dec 1, 2024 • 1min
BONUS: How I secure my eye-level webcam with a stand
Eye-level cameras help us create the illusion that we look right at the other person. It's a great way to make sure the video podcast episode looks as intimate and friendly as it can.
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Nov 22, 2024 • 25min
703: What is the future of content marketing?
Leave your prediction in the comments! What does the future hold? Adaptive content marketing? AI-only? More video? George Chasiotis, founder of Minuttia and other companies, joins me on Episode 703 of "The Business Storytelling" to discuss just that.
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