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#21 - ARE INSTAGRAM ADS WORTH IT?
#21 - ARE INSTAGRAM ADS WORTH IT?

In today’s solo episode (21) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I’m sharing my experience of playing with instagram ads and answering your biggest instagram ads related questions: Do instagram ads really work? Are they actually worth it for food bloggers or food influencers? Here’s exactly what you can expect from today’s episode…

  • I explain how this podcast episode came to be and why I decided to play with instagram ads this year

  • I share my personal experience of using ads on instagram and whether I believe they actually work

  • I outline some of the biggest mistakes people are making when promoting posts or creating ads on instagram

  • I reveal what you really think about people and brands who use instagram ads and promoted posts

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instagram, social media, food blogging, podcastK J Espinel
#20 - HOW TO USE COLOUR THEORY WITH BONNIE BAKHTIARI
#20 - HOW TO USE COLOUR THEORY WITH BONNIE BAKHTIARI

In today’s episode (20) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with brand designer, educator, podcaster and brand strategist Bonnie Bakhtiari. We talk about how colour theory and the colour wheel can help you define and craft your brand identity, blog and instagram presence with intention and heart. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode …

  • Bonnie explains what the colour wheel is and how it is used in brand design

  • Bonnie notes how important colour choices are in reaching your ideal audience

  • Bonnie outlines how colour psychology can help you find the colours that are right for your logo and brand

  • We debate whether instagram has made us all afraid to play with our creativity and step outside our brand colours and brand identity

  • Bonnie reveals what colours are currently popular and how to stay on top of trends

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food blogging, food photography, instagram, social media, podcastK J Espinel
#19 - HOW TO WRITE A BOOK (PART 1)
#19 - HOW TO WRITE A BOOK (PART 1)

In today’s solo episode (19) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I’m sharing the 5 lessons I have learned so far on my book writing journey, focusing specifically on how to get started and take those all important first steps. Here’s exactly what you can expect from today’s episode…

  • I share why now is the best time to start writing your book

  • I speak about the R-word, rejection, and why it can be a great teacher. I also talk about how I’ve coped with it on my journey so far

  • I discuss why perfecting your book proposal is key

  • I talk about why I’m currently not pursuing the self publishing route

  • I reveal what my book is about

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food photography, food styling, instagram, social media, food blogging, goal setting, podcastK J Espinel
#18 - IS PLASTIC FREE THE NEW BLACK WITH CHRISTINE WONG
#18 - IS PLASTIC FREE THE NEW BLACK WITH CHRISTINE WONG

In today’s episode (18) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Christine Wong, plant-based food blogger, plastic-free advocate and author of the cookbook The Plantiful Plate. We talk about the rise of the plastic-free movement within the food blogging space, on instagram and beyond. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode …

  • I candidly talk about how much I love the plastic-free movement, but dislike the self righteousness I see attached to it occasionally as well

  • Christine talks about the first steps she took on her journey to living plastic free

  • Christine speaks openly about what shifting focus on instagram has meant for her and her brand

  • We discuss whether the plastic free movement is having a ‘‘moment’’ on instagram

  • We discuss the role that food bloggers play when it comes to food waste and plastic usage

  • We explore sponsored posts, staying true to your values, distinguishing between need and want and minimalism

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food blogging, food photography, instagram, social media, podcastK J Espinel
#17 - THE BEAUTY OF BAKING WITH JULIAN ANGEL
#17 - THE BEAUTY OF BAKING WITH JULIAN ANGEL

In today’s episode (17) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Julian Angel, baker extraordinaire, food photographer and the food blogger behind Historias del Ciervo. We talk about how he started his now super successful baking blog, how he learned to develop his voice and unique style and what it really took to leave his 9-5 job and pursue baking and blogging full-time. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode …

  • I explain why this episode is my most favourite to date and why Julian’s words moved me to tears

  • Julian introduces himself

  • Julian explains how he started his successful blog, Historias del Ciervo

  • We talk about creativity and what it looks like to explore all aspects of it

  • Julian outlines how he transitioned from his 9-5 to blogging and baking full-time

  • Julian shares what it really takes to become a master baker and we talk through the art of practice and dedication to one’s craft

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food blogging, food photography, instagram, food styling, social media, podcastK J Espinel
#16 - HOW TO GET FEATURED BY SAVEUR MAGAZINE
#16 - HOW TO GET FEATURED BY SAVEUR MAGAZINE

In today’s episode (16) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Alex Testere, senior associate editor at the renowned food magazine SAVEUR. We talk about what it really takes to get your work noticed by the SAVEUR team, how to write good food stories and have a chance at winning that elusive SAVEUR food blogger award. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode …

  • I talk through my impressions of the Saveur Blog Awards 2018 and what it really means to win

  • Alex introduces himself

  • Alex explains how ideas for features in the magazine come together

  • Alex outlines how to pitch to have your work featured in Saveur Magazine

  • Alex breaks down the steps involved in developing an initial pitch for the magazine into a featured narrative

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food blogging, podcast, food photography, instagramK J Espinel
#15 - SUCCESS BEYOND THE FOOD BLOG WITH TARA O'BRADY
#15 - SUCCESS BEYOND THE FOOD BLOG WITH TARA O'BRADY

In today’s episode (15) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Tara O’Brady, food writer, TV host and author of the cookbook SEVEN SPOONS. We talk about how being a food blogging pioneer, loving the complexity of food and owning her profession, allowed Tara to develop a thriving career in food. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode …

  • Tara talks about how she started her blog over a decade ago and what the food blogging landscape was like at the time

  • Tara outlines how she got into writing freelance for food magazines

  • Tara discusses how her cookbook deal enabled her to moved into TV

  • Tara shares her top tip on how to help people within the TV industry notice you and your work

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food blogging, podcast, food photography, instagramK J Espinel
#13 - HOW TO BRAND YOUR INSTAGRAM - ON-AIR MENTORING SESSION
#13 - HOW TO BRAND YOUR INSTAGRAM - ON-AIR MENTORING SESSION

In today’s episode (13) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, you’ll be listening in on another one of my instagram mentoring sessions; I’m working with food blogger and artist Stephanie Kordan also know as The Sensual Foodie. I give Stephanie some suggestions on branding her instagram, listening to her audience and working with brands. We also talk about….

  • Blogger burn out

  • How to set income goals

  • Why reaching out to brands you love can be incredibly powerful

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instagram, podcast, social media, vegan recipe, food blogging, goal settingK J Espinel
#12 - WRITE THAT COOKBOOK! WITH HUSBANDS THAT COOK
#12 - WRITE THAT COOKBOOK! WITH HUSBANDS THAT COOK

In today’s BONUS episode (12) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Ryan and Adam from the blog and instagram account Husbands that Cook. Ryan and Adam are passionate home cooks who turned their love of food into a full-time blogging career. They were nominated for the prestigious Saveur blog awards in 2016 which is the same year they were offered a cookbook deal. Their vegetarian cookbook also called Husbands that Cook, comes out in March 2019. In today’s podcast episode we talk all about their cookbook writing experience from start to finish. So if you dream of writing a cookbook, this episode is for you…

  • I talk about the excuses we make that stop us from achieving our dreams

  • Ryan and Adam introduce themselves

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podcast, food blogging, goal setting, instagramK J Espinel