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CREATOR: The Podcast

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Join Matador Network CEO Ross Borden as he uncovers how top content creators turned their passions into thriving businesses. Each episode delves into creators' origin stories and biggest obstacles—from early setbacks to breakthrough moments—while revealing their strategies for growing audiences, monetizing content, and building brands while traveling the world. Perfect for aspiring creators and en... more

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Positivity enthusiast Phil The Culture (@philwaukee) joins CREATOR: The Podcast to discuss his unique approach to cultural immersion and positive travel content. In this episode, Phil shares how growing up between Milwaukee's inner city and suburban ... more

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Eva zu Beck (@evazubeck), filmmaker and host of National Geographic's "SuperSkilled" joins CREATOR: The Podcast to discuss her transformation from corporate professional to global adventurer. In this episode, Eva shares how a quarter-life crisis led ... more

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Dan Cooking (@dancooking7) joins CREATOR: The Podcast to discuss his remarkable journey as a 14-year-old TikTok sensation feeding the homeless in New York City. In this episode, Dan shares how a simple observation of a homeless person outside his sub... more

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Max Kolo (@cool_looking_bug), an innovative artist, filmmaker, and illustrator, joins CREATOR: The Podcast to discuss his uniquely creative approach to content. In this episode, Max shares his viral "vigilante sign redesigns" series, where he transfo... more

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Recent Guests

Phil Calvert
Travel creator and promoter of positivity through culture and basketball
Self-described creator; ambassador for Black culture
Episode: Phil The Culture: Spreading Positivity Across 75 Countries
Eva zu Beck
Filmmaker and YouTuber with NatGeo connection, author
Self-employed
Episode: Eva zu Beck: Living in the Woods as a Solo Female Adventurer
Dan Cooking
New York City-based creator who cooks meals for the homeless
Episode: Dan Cooking: The 14-Year-Old On a Mission to Feed People in Need
Max Kolo
Artist, filmmaker, illustrator and social media creator
Episode: Max Kolo: The Artist Redesigning Flyers in NYC
Max Campbell
Sailing creator, captain, and founder of Untied Sailing Club
Untied Sailing Club
Episode: Max Campbell: Sailing Around the World on a Floating Youth Hostel
Raimee Iacofano
Travel creator focused on practical travel tips and content strategy
RaimeeTravel
Episode: Raimee Iacofano: How to Travel When You're Broke
Lamont Travels
New CREATOR with a cinematic storytelling style in Cambodia
Independent creator
Episode: Lamont Travels: How a Roadside Noodle Stop Changed a Family's Future
Arthur Bourbon
Filmmaker and pro surfer
Self-produced work (Water Get No Enemy, We The Surfers)
Episode: Arthur Bourbon: The Filmmaker Who Sparked a Surf Revolution in Liberia
John William Barger
Luxury fashion and travel creator
Episode: John William Barger: Inside the World's Best Five-Star Hotels

Host

Ross Borden
Host of CREATOR The Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • even more inspired💫

    I’m already loving this show! Each guest has shared such unique and inspiring travel creator experiences, and I appreciate the thoughtful questions and natural flow of the conversations. It’s motivating me even more to pursue my dream of becoming a travel creator!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DMV PC
    United Statesa year ago
  • Wow

    Matador has been ahead of the curve in the creator space for a long time. Cannot wait to hear where this podcast goes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Santos-L-Halper
    United Statesa year ago

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Guests come from diverse travel and media backgrounds, providing fresh perspectives and practical tips.
Listeners appreciate the blend of storytelling with behind-the-scenes strategies and brand insights.
Creators are engaging and offer actionable, real-world guidance for building a creator business.

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Eva zu Beck: Living in the Woods as a Solo Female Adventurer
Q: What was the NatGeo pathway for Super Skilled and how did it evolve?
NatGeo initially invited her to host a single Iceland shoot, then she pitched a broader concept, negotiated production needs, and turned a YouTube-first project into a NatGeo TV show with seasons two and international reach.
Eva zu Beck: Living in the Woods as a Solo Female Adventurer
Q: How did Eva approach writing a book after years of creating video content?
She chose to isolate herself in the Arctic Circle to write, explaining the need for focus away from distractions to complete The Wilder Way.
Eva zu Beck: Living in the Woods as a Solo Female Adventurer
Q: When did Eva decide to leave her corporate life and pursue travel full-time?
She describes a quarter-life crisis that led her to buy a one-way ticket to Nepal, bring a camera, and start documenting her travels as a path to independence.
Dan Cooking: The 14-Year-Old On a Mission to Feed People in Need
Q: How did you get this idea in the first place and how has it grown so quickly?
The idea started by cooking for a person in need outside his subway, then posting about it to gain support, which led to rapid growth and millions of views, attracting donors and brand interest.
Phil The Culture: Spreading Positivity Across 75 Countries
Q: In your view, how did you become a traveler and content creator, and what was the turning point that connected the two paths?
A mix of early exposure to different cultures, opportunities from collaborations, and a drive to share positivity through storytelling and basketball; the turning point came with social-media-driven opportunities like the Shot of the Day that opened doors to international roles and partnerships.

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A show focused on how top creators turned passion into sustainable businesses while traveling the world. Across episodes, listeners hear origin stories, early setbacks, and breakthrough moments that shaped careers in travel, film, photography, and media. Key themes include building audiences, monetizing content, forging brand partnerships, and navigating platforms and cultures to sustain creative work on the road. Notable throughlines include practical advice for brand collaborations, scrappy production tactics, and ethical travel storytelling that resonates with audiences while supporting communities on location.

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Recent guests on CREATOR: The Podcast include:

1. Phil Calvert
2. Eva zu Beck
3. Dan Cooking
4. Max Kolo
5. Max Campbell
6. Raimee Iacofano
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8. Arthur Bourbon

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