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Influencer agencies back new podcast delving into influencer culture

Hit 104.7 Canberra breakfast show host Ryan Jon is the frontman for a new podcast series focussing on different aspects of the influencer phenomenon, backed by two influencer agencies.

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Jon, who gave up a career in the financial world to pursue his passion for radio, speaks to a series of influencers including former TV and radio host Jules Lund, Cummins & Partners strategist Adam Ferrier and the crew behind Sketch She.

He said in a release: “Everyone I’ve spoken to in this series is doing exactly what they want. It’s been fascinating to hear how people have turned hobbies and passion projects into full­ time careers. It’s really impressive.”

The 12 episode series has been sponsored by influencer marketing companies Jaden Social and Tribe.

Tribe founder Jules Lund is one of the first interviewees for the series, talking about giving up his first career as a host to set up the technology company.

Another interviewee is Pia Muehlenbeck went from being a full ­time lawyer without Instagram to having 1 million followers and a thriving activewear business, while Project U founder Nic Kelly is another guest.

The podcast launches tomorrow and can be downloaded here, or from iTunes or Omny.

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