181: The Workflow Behind Track Star*, with Jack Coyne
Topics discussed
Introduction to Jack Coyne and Trackstar
Jack's daily media consumption and podcast habits
Origins of Public Opinion and the pandemic pivot
The birth of Trackstar and the trivia format
How the show works: casting, music selection, and themes
Interviewing celebrities vs. random people on the street
The Elmo episode and balancing promotional requests
Business model: advertising, brand deals, and revenue
The Jack Daniels partnership and platform restrictions
Philosophy on content quality and avoiding clickbait
Rolling Stone investment and scaling the company
Founder-led operations and team management tools
Global recognition and traveling with the show
Expanding the brand: podcasts and live performances
Future plans: the Trackstar app and new shows
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