The Ecom Show

With Daniel Budai

The Ecom Show is the official podcast of Budai Media hosted by Daniel Budai, our founder and CEO.

One of the longest-running and best digital marketing podcasts out there, the Ecom Show leans into great discussions with inspiring ecommerce folks—from small business owners to 9-figure giants,  ecommerce marketing experts, gurus, and more.

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Podcast Episodes

#248 Budai Media Specials: How much does an email marketing agency cost?

in this episode, we’re going to dive into the costs associated with hiring a retention marketing agency and the logic behind these costs. This episode is perfect for marketers and agency owners who are trying to figure out how to price their services, as well as businesses seeking guidance before hiring their next marketing agency.

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#247 Garrett Peters from Duncan & Stone: How to Run a Family Business in the E-Commerce Era

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Garrett Peters, one of the four co-founders of Duncan and Stone Paper Company, a family-run stationery brand that has made a significant mark in the e-commerce industry. Garrett will share the origin story of Duncan and Stone, revealing how they’ve successfully navigated the complexities of running a family business with partners in the digital age. He’ll also dive into their focus on organic growth and the strategies that have helped them stand out in a crowded market.

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#246 Jay and Aaron from Peared Creation: Organic Marketing Insights from a Brand with 80,000+ Customers.

Venturing into the artistic and innovative world of designer lighting with our guests from Peared Creation. Their journey from a startup in a garage to a leading e-commerce brand is nothing short of inspiring. Jay, the innovative founder of Peared Creation, and Aaron, the dedicated Trade Manager, are here to share their remarkable decade-long journey. Join us as we explore how they transitioned from selling in Jay?s grandmother’s garage

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#242 D?Shawn Russell from Southern Elegance Candle Company: How To Turn Your Side Hustle Into A Million Dollar Business

Today’s episode features D’Shawn Russell, the founder of Southern Elegance Candles who shares her incredible story of starting as a side hustle and growing into a multi-million dollar business. She candidly discusses the challenges of scaling up, the impact of COVID-19, and the tough decisions involved in streamlining her business. This episode is not just about success but also about the realistic challenges and hard decisions that come with running a business.

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#241 Steven Sashen from Xero Shoes: How This Barefoot Shoe Company Is Revolutionizing The Footwear Industry

This week, I’m joined by Steven Sashen, the mastermind behind Xero Shoes, whose journey with his wife has reshaped the idea of what shoes can be. Inspired by the bestselling book, ?Born To Run,? Steven created his first pair of DIY sandals right at his kitchen table to find a safe and fun way to enjoy the joys of barefoot walking. Impressed by the noticeable results these sandals brought to her stride, Steven?s wife joined in and together they created a one of a kind footwear brand that more than 50,000 happy feet can vouch for.

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#239 Ken Enden from Invirox: Branding tips from a pet brand that’s sold more than 100,000 products

This week I’m joined by Ken Enden, the co-founder of Invirox, a brand that simplifies pet training. Invirox designs new age pet collars and harnesses that enable you to communicate with your dog, and make it easier to train for recall at a distance. Join us as we discuss the story behind this brand, and learn more about how their exceptional customer service and unique product design helps them stand out.

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#238: 5 Key Takeaways We Learned From 5 Top E-Commerce Brands

In this episode, I’m going to be sharing with you five key takeaways that I’ve gathered from working or interacting with some of the biggest brands in the game. How SuperPayments cash back feature can help you get more repeat customers

? The perks of creating an Early Bird VIP Black Friday List

? How using a spin the wheel popup can affect the quality of your leads

? The importance of zero party data

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#232 Sam Moore from Pyra: Branding & Marketing Insights from a Luxury Technical Apparel Brand

In this episode, we are joined by Sam Moore, the founder of Pyra, an Australian apparel brand that combines the unique style and sensibilities of streetwear with athletic functionality to create one-of-a-kind technical apparel. We discuss his inspiration for starting the brand, learn some insightful lessons about launching a high-end apparel brand, and discuss his plans to grow the brand globally.

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