The Foster Podcast

On this private call, Gemma Milne shared how she has used her wide range of interests as a competitive advantage in her writing career.

On this private call, Dan Oshinsky shared all that he’s learned helping companies harness the power of email into a core competitive advantage. He shared lessons that apply to anybody trying to write and grow newsletters backed by enthusiastic readers.

On this private call, Neville Medhora broke down some key copywriting principles that any writer can use to turn words into action.

On this private call, Polina Marinova shared everything she’s learned turning what was once a side project into a full-time, one-person media business. We discussed what ultimately convinced her to go all-in, how she’s built momentum and a loyal following, and how she consistently produces high-quality work.

In this private call for Foster members, Bill Grundfest shared his story of starting The Comedy Cellar and all that he’s learned watching comedians find their “signature move.” He shared some anecdotes of how he’s seen creative people identify their strengths, move away from what everybody else is doing, and figure out the thing that only they can do.

On this private call for Foster members, Steph Smith shared in great detail the key ideas from her popular book “Standing Out in 2020: Doing Content Right,” from how to think about your “personal monopoly” to how to approach distribution and monetization.

On this private call for Foster and Water and Music members, Cherie Hu revealed the lessons she’s learned building her credibility in the music industry, spinning up a niche media company, and establishing herself as a sought-after expert in a crowded space.

On this private call for Foster and Ness Labs members, Anne-Laure Le Cunff shared all that she’s learned about reliably producing original, insightful work at a breakneck pace. She explained her unique system for turning raw ideas into polished, timeless pieces.

On this private call for Foster members and The Generalist subscribers, Mario Gabriele shared an intimate, in-depth look at his plans for The Generalist and revealed the “why now” behind the newsletter opportunity. Throughout the call, he explained the virtues of building in public and how giving away your secrets can be a competitive advantage.

On this private call for Foster members and A Media Operator subscribers, Jacob Donnelly shared why today is an unprecedented moment for anybody looking to build a media company around a niche they care about.