Rephonic
Artwork for Inside the Creator Economy

Inside the Creator Economy

Cure Media
Influencer Marketing
User Generated Content
Consumer Behavior
Luxury Fashion
Gen Z
Tiktok
Micro Trends
Digital Marketing
Social Media
BARD
Chatgpt
Fireworks Campaigns
Social Media Strategy
Creativity In Advertising
Quiet Luxury
Instagram
Adobe Firefly
Cure Media
Marketing Strategies
Employee-Generated Content

Inside the Creator Economy is a business podcast exploring how creator-led marketing is reshaping modern brand building.

Hosted by Sanna Ödmark and Frida Ekholm from Cure Media, the show brings you inside the conversations shaping the future of the creator economy - from CMOs and founders to creators, platforms and growth leaders across Europe.

This isn’t about one-off campaigns. It’s about what... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes100Founded5 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
MarketingBusiness

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Inside the Creator Economy

Latest Episodes

In this episode of Inside the Creator Economy, we’re doing something a little different.

Instead of bringing in a guest, we’re taking you inside our internal insights chat at Cure Media, where our team shares the signals, shifts and conversations sh... more

The beauty industry talks a lot about inclusivity. But few brands are actually built around it.

In this episode of Inside the Creator Economy, we sit down with Roger Dupé, founder and CEO of Melyon, to explore what it really takes to build a brand r... more

The male beauty scene is evolving fast. But the way brands approach it often hasn’t caught up.

In this episode of Inside the Creator Economy, we sit down with Danish creator Jonathan Oteiza, also known as Jonna Skincare, to explore what’s really hap... more

Åhléns was losing money for over a decade. Today, it’s profitable, three years in a row.

In this episode of Inside the Creator Economy, we sit down with Thomas Engelhart, Chief Strategy, Customer & Marketing Officer at Åhléns, to unpack one of the m... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Vi var här först
Vi var här förstAlexandra Nilsson
IN BED WITH EMILIA
IN BED WITH EMILIAEmilia de Poret
Yada Yada
Yada YadaFanny Ekstrand & Carin Falk
Så vad händer?
Så vad händer?Jonathan Rollins & Amat Levin

Recent Guests

Roger Dupé
Founder of Melyon, former face of global luxury houses
Melyon
Episode: Building a Beauty Brand Through Culture with Roger Dupé
Jonathan Oteiza
Creator known as Jonna Skincare
Independent creator / Skincare educator
Episode: Inside the Male Beauty Shift with Jonna Oteiza
Thomas Engelhart
Chief Strategy, Customer and Marketing Officer at Åhléns
Åhléns
Episode: The Åhléns Turnaround: Reinventing a 126-Year-Old Brand
Hedda Schroeter Skaug
Training influencer known for content on beauty and sports, primarily focused on running.
Episode: Creator POV: The Shift in Running Culture with Hedda Schroeter Skaug
Per Christian Strand Teslo
Leading the Swedish office at Snap, passionate about connecting people and promoting authentic content.
Snap Inc.
Episode: Snapchat’s Comeback & The New Rules of Real Connection
Anna Knutsson
Head of Media at Findus Nordics
Findus
Episode: From Freezers to Feeds: How Findus Keeps a Heritage Brand Fresh
Björn Påhlman Spenger
Host of Framtidens E-handel, a leading podcast in retail and e-commerce.
Episode: Why Some Retailers Win (and Others Don’t)
Sarah Winckel
Marketing Director at Jaktia, a market-leading franchise chain in hunting, fishing and outdoor in Scandinavia.
Jaktia
Episode: The Power of Passion Communities: Inside the Male Creator Movement
Marie-Laure De Veyt
Retail Creator and Innovation Marketing Lead at Microsoft
Microsoft
Episode: Beyond Likes: How Microsoft Scaled Influencer Marketing 12x

Hosts

Sanna Ödmark
Host of Inside the Creator Economy (Cure Media)
Frida Ekholm
Host of Inside the Creator Economy (Cure Media)

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 110 ratings
  • Really inspiring

    I really love your podcast, thank you for putting it together and sharing your thoughts and insights. It always leaves me with lots of ideas and inspo after listening! No matter the industry, there are always takeaways. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ContentMother
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Insightful, well researched, and fun to listen to!

    Just wanted to drop a quick note to say how much I love your show! Your insights on how AI is changing consumer behavior was insightful, well researched, and fun to listen to!

    I'm a Co-founder of Level Up Creators, where we help creators build profitable and purpose-driven businesses around their areas of expertise. I’m always grateful to run across other leaders in the Creator Economy – there are so many creators who benefit from your advice! I’m looking forward to diving into more of your ep... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MacBook Air - Erin
    United States3 years ago
  • A great podcast full of tips and insights!

    Sanna and Frida share their expertise on influencer marketing; a great resource!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ninja steth jelly 7655
    United States3 years ago
  • Einfach meeegggaaa unterhaltend

    super

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fokusclan
    Germany3 years ago
  • Must-listen for all things influencer marketing

    No stone left unturned in this series and amazing to learn from so many different experts in the field! My favourite podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Holly JEM
    United Kingdom4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show is frequently recommended as essential listening for marketers exploring creator partnerships.
Hosts are knowledgeable and bring clear, data-backed perspectives.
Listeners praise practical, actionable insights for creator-led marketing.
Guests are high-caliber and the discussion is consistently relevant to current market shifts.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#152
Australia/Business/Marketing
Apple Podcasts
#41
Sweden/Business/Marketing
Apple Podcasts
#63
Denmark/Business/Marketing
Apple Podcasts
#94
Finland/Business/Marketing
Apple Podcasts
#145
Norway/Business/Marketing

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Building a Beauty Brand Through Culture with Roger Dupé
Q: How do you balance natural ingredients with scientific backing in your products?
By using a 70-30 approach—70% natural ingredients and 30% scientifically proven actives—ensuring effectiveness while staying true to minimalism and sustainability.
Building a Beauty Brand Through Culture with Roger Dupé
Q: What makes Melyon stand out in a market with many affordable alternatives?
It's about brand equity built through storytelling, craft, and a clear purpose that resonates with how people want to belong and what they value, not just price.
Building a Beauty Brand Through Culture with Roger Dupé
Q: How did your years in fashion shape your view on inclusion and identity for building a brand?
They taught me that visibility isn't enough; a brand must reflect society and make people feel seen and truly belong, shaping deeper connections beyond aesthetics.
The Åhléns Turnaround: Reinventing a 126-Year-Old Brand
Q: How did the organization adapt its culture to support this turnaround?
We adopted a startup-like rhythm, with faster decision-making, a renewed focus on proximity to the market, and a culture that encouraged bold bets and frequent experimentation, all while maintaining a clear vision and ensuring employees understood why the change was necessary.
The Åhléns Turnaround: Reinventing a 126-Year-Old Brand
Q: Can you tell listeners about the turning point that started Åhléns' profitability comeback?
The turning point began with Ayad becoming the majority owner and CEO, bringing an entrepreneurial leadership style that pushed for operational efficiency, margin expansion, and aggressive pursuit of new opportunities, which set the foundation for rapid, profitable changes.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Inside the Creator Economy

What is Inside the Creator Economy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-velocity deep-dive into how creator-led strategies reshape modern brand building, with a strong emphasis on authenticity, trust, and long-term value over one-off campaigns. Across episodes, discussions center on creator economics, shifting from traditional influencer campaigns to creator-led, real-time collaboration; the integration of e-commerce, retail, and social platforms; and the importance of building credible education and communities around brands. Notable themes include the role of trust and representation, the rise of in-house creator programs, and practical guidance for brands on early creator involvement, community building, and authentic storytelling that resonates across genders and cultures. The show often features lea... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Inside the Creator Economy?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Inside the Creator Economy. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Inside the Creator Economy and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Inside the Creator Economy get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Inside the Creator Economy, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Inside the Creator Economy?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Inside the Creator Economy, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Inside the Creator Economy have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Inside the Creator Economy has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Inside the Creator Economy?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Inside the Creator Economy:

1. Vi var här först
2. Keeping up med Jennie & Johanna
3. IN BED WITH EMILIA
4. Yada Yada
5. Så vad händer?

How many episodes of Inside the Creator Economy are there?

Inside the Creator Economy launched 5 years ago and published 100 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Inside the Creator Economy?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Inside the Creator Economy?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Inside the Creator Economy from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Inside the Creator Economy?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Inside the Creator Economy. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Inside the Creator Economy?

Recent guests on Inside the Creator Economy include:

1. Roger Dupé
2. Jonathan Oteiza
3. Thomas Engelhart
4. Hedda Schroeter Skaug
5. Per Christian Strand Teslo
6. Anna Knutsson
7. Björn Påhlman Spenger
8. Sarah Winckel

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days