THE 29ERS SHOW [Unscripted]

🎙 THE 29ERS SHOW [Unscripted] is back — reimagined and re-energised.Brought to you by 29studios, strategic design + tech partners helping global brands turn bold ideas into meaningful impact. This show is all about real stories, honest conversations, and human-led creativity.We dive into the challenges, pivots, lessons, and magic behind building something meaningful — with founders, creatives, and leaders.🎧 Listen on Spotify/Apple📺 Watch on YouTube📩 Want to be a guest? Reach out — we’d love to hear your story.

THE 29ERS SHOW [Unscripted] is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 6 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts THE 29ERS SHOW [Unscripted], a business show with 6 episodes published.

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  Episode #177

  EP177 | The Hardest Part of Running a Family Business & Building a Life's Work

  Aug 25, 202644 minS1

  Running a family business is rewarding, but it's also one of the hardest ways to build a company. When work and family overlap, the business doesn't stop when the office closes. In this episode of The 29ERS Show Unscripted, we discuss the realities of growing a family business, making the shift from working in the business to working on it, navigating conflict, leading with responsibility, and building something that becomes more than a career, it becomes your life's work. In this episode: • The biggest challenge of running a family business • Working on the business vs. in the business • Managing conflict without damaging relationships • The responsibility that comes with leadership • Building a business with purpose and long-term vision • The future of family businesses in a changing world Whether you're part of a family business, leading a team, or building your own legacy, this conversation is packed with practical insights and honest experiences. Explore more episodes: http://linktr.ee/29studios

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  Episode #176

  EP176 | Carrying A Name That Isn't Yours: Belonging, Trust & Ownership | 29ERS Show Unscripted

  Aug 11, 202641 minS1

  Is working in a family business right for everyone? When people hear the words family business, they often assume it's all about the family. But lasting businesses aren't built by the people who started them alone. They're built by the people who choose to believe in the vision, take ownership, and help carry it forward. In this episode, Katelin sits down with Stacey to explore their different but parallel journeys. From Stacey's ten-year wait to finally secure her role, to Katelin navigating the expectations of joining her parents' business—they share how trust is earned, responsibility grows over time, and company culture is shaped by people, not perks. Together, they reflect on the shift from simply doing a job to carrying a name that isn't yours, and why belonging has nothing to do with sharing the founders' surname. In this episode: • The 10-Year Interview: Stacey's remarkable story of applying, waiting a decade, and finally claiming her role • Overcoming Preconceptions: Katelin's candid reflection on entering the family business and battling assumptions • Defining True 'Culture': Why real company culture relies on shared passion, not forced team-building events • All In or All Out: The difference between simply having a job and taking ownership of a shared vision • The Weight of Representation: The intense pressure of carrying a global brand on your shoulders • Duplicating Leadership: Learning to let go, set high standards, and empower the next level of the team Whether you're an ambitious professional trying to step up in your career, a leader learning how to trust your team, or simply curious about the internal dynamics of an agile agency, this conversation offers a powerful look at what it takes to build a proactive and empowered workforce. Explore more episodes and resources: linktr.ee/29studios

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  Episode #175

  EP175 | Evolve to Survive: The Future of Creative Agencies, AI Workflows & Upskilling

  Jul 28, 202637 minS1

  Are traditional creative agencies becoming obsolete? In this episode, Kev and Gillian explore how AI is reshaping the creative industry and why agencies that fail to adapt risk being left behind. Drawing on three years of integrating AI into 29studios' workflows, they share practical insights on building enterprise-grade content systems, protecting customer data, and using technology to deliver better outcomes for clients. They discuss the balance between automation and human creativity, why judgement and strategy remain invaluable, and how AI can eliminate repetitive work so creative teams can focus on higher-value thinking. In this episode: • Why the traditional agency model is changing and what comes next • Building AI-powered workflows instead of relying on the "black box" • The role of human creativity in an AI-driven future • Enterprise AI governance and protecting customer data • Passing efficiency gains on to customers without sacrificing quality • Practical advice for creatives looking to upskill and stay ahead Whether you're a creative professional, agency owner, marketer, or simply curious about the future of work, this conversation offers an honest look at how AI is transforming the industry and why those willing to evolve have the greatest opportunity. Explore more episodes and resources: linktr.ee/29studios

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  Episode #174

  EP174 | Redefining Success, Family Dynamics & The Future of 29studios

  Jun 21, 202638 minS1

  What does it take to survive and thrive for nearly two decades in the fiercely competitive creative industry? In Episode 174 of 29ERS Show Unscripted, Kev dives deep with Gillian, pulling back the curtain on their 17-year history running 29studios, revealing the unvarnished truth about what it takes to scale the agency into a global player. Listen in as they share deeply personal insights on their entrepreneurial path that started way back in 1998. From navigating burnout and the importance of having the right people in your corner, to the mindset shifts required to thrive as a boutique Scottish agency working with billion-dollar global enterprises. In this episode, we unpack: • The partnership lesson: Why one early decision had unexpected consequences. • The power of process: Why implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) is the number one thing they would do differently if starting over today to scale faster. • Overcoming the fear of failure: Breaking away from traditional mindsets and learning to embrace failure as a crucial stepping stone to ultimate success. • Redefining true success: How the goalposts shifted from making £400 a week in a back bedroom to finding genuine happiness, freedom, and enjoying the entrepreneurial journey. • Family and business dynamics: Navigating the emotional highs and lows of running a family business, and the immense pride in watching their daughter, Katelin, develop into a fearless entrepreneur. • Future-proofing with AI: Why stepping back from the day-to-day operations to focus on AI and technological innovation is absolutely essential for the next 17 years. Listen to find out why Kev and Gillian have absolutely no regrets, and why they believe right now is the most exciting time in history to start a business! If you loved these honest reflections on entrepreneurship and business growth, make sure to hit that subscribe button so you never miss our future conversations! Explore all our past episodes and resources right here: http://linktr.ee/29studios

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  Episode #171

  EP173 | The Ai Era: Why Human Creativity Matters More Than Ever!

  May 27, 20261h 2mS1

  Welcome back to another insightful episode of the 29ERS Show Unscripted! In Episode 173, we sit down with Kev and Gillian to unpack the biggest topic in business right now: Artificial Intelligence. Drawing on Kev's 40 years of experience in the creative industries, he explains why we are actually entering the most exciting creative era yet, rather than giving in to the fear of AI replacing jobs. The founders discuss how AI serves as a powerful collaborative agent that eliminates repetitive, tedious tasks, ultimately giving us back our most precious resource: time. By stepping out of the weeds of production, businesses can focus on building trust, innovating, and connecting with their customers on a deeper level. In this episode, we dive into: • The Shift from Making to Directing: How the creative bottleneck is no longer execution, but having the taste, strategy, and judgement to guide AI tools effectively • Finding the Signal in the Noise: Why having a unique human perspective is your ultimate competitive advantage when anyone can generate infinite generic content for free • The Human Connection Premium: Why the rapid rise of digital tools is making face-to-face interactions, live events, and relationship-building more critical for brands than ever before • Empathy and "Reading the Room": Why AI cannot replicate the emotional intelligence required to truly understand a client's unspoken needs or capture a "gut feeling" • The Ultimate Gift of AI: How automating routine tasks gives us the freedom to focus on what matters most, proving that a truly great idea is still a rare and highly sought-after commodity Make sure to tune in and discover why loving what you do is the ultimate secret to thriving alongside these new creative technologies! If this conversation sparked some new ideas for you, please make sure to subscribe to the channel so you never miss an episode! Leave a comment below sharing your thoughts on how AI is impacting your specific industry, and take a moment to engage with our community. We love hearing from you. Dive deeper, discover more conversations here: http://linktr.ee/29studios

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