Lucas and Luna navigate the shifting landscape of influencer marketing, where creator-brand partnerships now rival traditional ad spend. This show examines how sponsorship deals are structured, from flat fees to revenue-sharing models, and how platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube shape the metrics that matter. Lucas draws on recent examples—such as the FTC's updated endorsement guidelines, the rise of micro-influencers in niche verticals, and the economics behind affiliate marketing—while Luna interrogates the actual return on investment for brands. They discuss the tension between authenticity and paid promotion, the role of disclosure, and how data-driven attribution is changing deal terms. Each episode unpacks one deal or trend, with a focus on the numbers: CPMs, engagement rates, conversion lift, and the long-tail value of a creator's audience. The listener is someone who manages a brand budget, runs a creator agency, or simply wants to understand why a single Instagram po
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Episode #163
Creators Buying Their Own Ad Networks
Aug 18, 20269 minS4
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore a new frontier in the creator economy: influencers are moving beyond selling merch and building their own ad networks. They examine how platforms like YouTube and Instagram have long taken a cut of ad revenue, and how creators are now partnering directly with brands to serve ads across their own sites, newsletters, and even other creators' channels. The hosts dig into a concrete case: a mid-sized tech reviewer who launched a private marketplace that connects niche brands with a curated group of creators, bypassing traditional ad exchanges and taking a 15 percent cut. They discuss the economics, the challenges—like ad fraud and brand safety—and what this means for the future of influencer marketing. Lucas argues this is a natural evolution from creators owning their agencies, while Luna questions whether the ad-tech complexity is worth it for most influencers. A thoughtful look at power shifting from platforms to creators. #CreatorEconomy #InfluencerMarketing #AdNetworks #AdTech #CreatorOwned #DirectBrandDeals #ProgrammaticAdvertising #Monetization #Marketing #Business #DigitalMedia #ContentCreators #Sponsorships #AdRevenue #NicheAudience #BrandPartnerships #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
Why Creators Are Buying Their Own Production Studios
Aug 17, 20269 minS4
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the latest trend in the creator economy: influencers and creators buying or building their own production studios. They dive into the economics behind the move, from cost savings to creative control, and look at a specific example: a mid-tier YouTuber who invested $500,000 in a 5,000-square-foot studio in Los Angeles. They break down the numbers, including the 40% reduction in production costs and the ability to produce 3x more content. The conversation covers the trade-offs, such as the capital risk and the pressure to keep the pipeline full, and what this means for the broader media landscape as more creators go vertical. They also touch on how this shift is changing the relationship between creators and traditional production companies. A thoughtful look at the DIY ethos that's reshaping modern entertainment. #CreatorEconomy #ProductionStudio #ContentCreation #DIY #InfluencerMarketing #BusinessStrategy #MediaIndustry #LosAngeles #YouTube #CapitalExpenditure #CreativeControl #VerticalIntegration #ContentPipeline #Marketing #Business #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #CreatorOwned Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
In this episode of Influencer Marketing with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore why top creators are moving beyond merch and sponsorships to become franchise owners. From MrBeast's Feastables to the rise of creator-owned restaurant chains, they break down the economics of franchising in the creator economy. They discuss how a handful of influencers are leveraging their audiences to open physical locations, the risks involved, and what this means for the future of brand partnerships. If you've ever wondered whether a YouTube channel can launch a fast-food empire, this episode has the details you need. #CreatorEconomy #Franchise #FranchiseOwner #CreatorBusiness #Marketing #BusinessPodcast #FexingoBusiness #InfluencerMarketing #CreatorFranchise #MrBeast #Feastables #RestaurantFranchise #Entrepreneurship #BrandPartnerships #YouTube #DigitalMarketing #PassiveIncome #BusinessStrategy Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
In episode 160, Lucas and Luna explore why top creators are bypassing traditional event organizers and launching their own fan conventions. From YouTubers renting out convention centers to TikTok stars building multi-city tour circuits, the trend is reshaping how creators monetize their most loyal followers. With a focus on the economics—ticket sales, VIP experiences, and direct fan engagement—Lucas breaks down the numbers behind a typical creator-led con, while Luna questions whether the risk of a dud event is worth the payoff. They also touch on the ripple effects for the traditional convention industry and what this means for the future of fan culture. If you've ever wondered why your favorite influencer is suddenly selling $200 meet-and-greet tickets, this episode tells you exactly what's driving that decision and whether it's a savvy business move or a vanity project. #FanConventions #CreatorEconomy #InfluencerMarketing #EventPlanning #DirectToFan #Monetization #Loyalty #LiveEvents #CommunityBuilding #CreatorBusiness #Marketing #Business #Podcast #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #InfluencerTrends #CreatorOwned #FanEngagement Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
This episode of Influencer Marketing with Fexingo dives into a shift that feels counterintuitive: more top creators are quietly winding down their own merchandise lines. Lucas and Luna break down the economics behind the move, using the example of a YouTuber with four million subscribers who shut down a clothing brand that was doing seven figures in revenue. They explain why the margins on merch are thinner than fans assume, how the operational drag of inventory and customer service eats into creative time, and why licensing deals with established retailers are often the better financial play. The conversation also touches on the rise of print-on-demand and how it's changing what 'owning' a merch line actually means. By the end, you'll understand the real math behind creator merch and why some of the biggest names are choosing to license their name instead of box up t-shirts. Aired August 14, 2026. #CreatorMerch #InfluencerMarketing #MerchandiseEconomics #CreatorEconomy #LicensingDeals #PrintOnDemand #YouTubeCreator #InfluencerBusiness #MarketingStrategy #CreatorRevenue #BusinessOfCreators #MerchAndBeyond #LucasAndLuna #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #MarketingPodcast #CreatorEconomyPodcast #InfluencerMarketingShow Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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