
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

Jul 30, 2024 • 27min
BONUS: Talking content performance on The Business Story of the Week Podcast
I joined Joshua Laurie on Business Story of the Week podcast to discuss my journey from journalism to content marketing. We explored how storytelling can impact a business's bottom line and the evolution of content strategy. I shared insights on developing a "content performance culture" and offered practical advice for marketers at various experience levels. During our conversation, I drew parallels between sports and content creation, introducing the concept of the "next play mentality." We also discussed the importance of having the right people in the right roles within a content team. Whether you're an experienced marketer or new to the field, this episode provides useful tips and ideas to help improve your content strategy and drive results. Tune in to gain some new perspectives on content marketing and learn how to move your content from simply happening to truly performing.

Jul 24, 2024 • 24min
675: When someone is committed to misunderstanding you
Ugh. That's not the right kind of commitment companies are looking for, but how can change management bring it all back to actual forward progress?
Sarah Gorsh and Courtney Smock, partners at Slingshot25, are experts at change management and join me on Episode 675 of "The Business Storytelling Show" to discuss just that topic. Join us.
Connect with Slingshot here: http://slingshot25.com

Jul 23, 2024 • 24min
674: How to build a community around your business
I first met Stacey Lauren when she invited me into her community. "Hey, we are talking about livestreaming podcasts. Want to stop by and chat about it?" Sure thing. Building a business community ... some call it community-led growth (Kathleen Booth). Others have called community building the last great marketing strategy (Mark Schaefer).
So it's worth considering how to build a community around your business.Stacey joins me on Episode 674 of "The Business Storytelling Show" to discuss just that. We dive (not delve 😉, since AI didn't write this) into the topic, including:
What's a business community anyway?
How is it different from having customers?
The steps to build and maintain one.
And more...

Jul 12, 2024 • 24min
673: What is content operations and do I need that?
Content can drive business results when done well, correctly and efficiently.
One way to do this is by setting up content ops. To discuss what is content ops and related topics, Top LinkedIn Content Marketing Voice Andi Robinson returns to "The Business Storytelling Show."
On Episode 673, we discuss:
What is content ops?
Why is it needed?
How to set it up correctly.
Download Andi's white paper on the topic here: https://hijinxmarketing.com/content-operations-white-paper/

Jul 10, 2024 • 23min
672: Are Facebook ads worth it?
Performance marketer Marin Ištvanić joins me on Episode 672 of "The Business Storytelling Show" to discuss that topic.
We cover:
The power of Facebook ads and how to structure the ad account for maximum efficiency
The growing space of direct-to-customer e-commerce.
Go-to strategies to expand sales through paid advertising.
Learn more about him: https://inspiredigitalgroup.com
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This episode is produced by Trappe Digital LLC, hosted by Christoph Trappe, and supported by Oscar Hamilton, your podcast partner.

Jul 2, 2024 • 24min
671: How to build high-return ad campaigns
John Horn, CEO at StubGroup, joins me on Episode 671 of "The Business Storytelling Show" to discuss what steps need to be taken to set up a high-return ad campaign.Join us for this live conversation.
Run your ad campaign with StubGroup now: https://stubgroup.com
This episode is produced by Trappe Digital LLC, hosted by Christoph Trappe, and supported by OscarHamilton.com

Jun 27, 2024 • 24min
670: When do I need an attorney for my small business?
Guest Thomas Frank, Partner at The Frank Law Firm P.C., discusses the crucial timing of needing legal representation for small businesses. They cover the importance of early legal consultation, the significance of choice of venue and law provisions in contracts, financial considerations for hiring an attorney, and the importance of consulting an attorney for various business matters.

Jun 25, 2024 • 24min
669: The Era of Virtual Assistance: How to use a virtual assistant
Working virtually works. I do it all the time, and without that option, I clearly wouldn't get to work with all the awesome people I work with on the daily. Elizabeth Eiss calls it the Era of Virtual Assistance and getting help from anywhere is easier than ever. That leads me to wonder: How to use a virtual assistant?
Elizabeth, founder and CEO of Results Resourcing - THE freelance platform that comes with your own recruiter, joins me on Episode 669 of "The Business Storytelling Show" to discuss:
Why we are now in the era of virtual assistance
When do people need virtual assistance
How to use a virtual assistant specifically
And more...
Join us.

Jun 20, 2024 • 24min
668: How to make money with my website by renovating it
Ah, the dream - making money with your website. And it's possible. In Episode 668 of "The Business Storytelling Show," I'm joined by Matt Raad, who, together with his wife Liz, is a successful website investor who teaches people how to buy, renovate, and sell websites to replace their income and build wealth. In other words, he is an expert at answering: how to make money with my website?
We discuss:
1️⃣ The role of content in website success, renovation, revenue growth
2️⃣ What websites are worth renovating?
3️⃣ How does a website renovation work?
4️⃣ What's the role of SEO? And how about now with AI-powered search engines.
Connect with Matt here: https://ebusinessinstitute.com.au/

Jun 12, 2024 • 23min
667: How AI-powered vending machines are changing grab-n-go shopping
Aslak de Silva, CEO of Selfly Store, joins me on Episode 667 of "The Business Storytelling Show" to share how AI is even evolving the vending machine space.
Join us.
This episode is supported by OscarHamilton.com, your podcast support team.
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