McFarland Minutes Podcast

In this episode of ‘McFarland Minutes,’ the team welcomes Nick Luciano, a former engineer turned successful influencer. They discuss Nick’s unique journey from studying engineering and working for the Army to creating viral TikTok videos and becoming a full-time social media influencer. Nick shares his experiences and insights on the importance of mental health, detailing […]

In this episode of McFarland Minutes, host Natalie McFarland and Scout Foster dive into Scout’s journey towards earning her Master’s of Arts in Mass Communications from Texas Tech University. They discuss how Scout has integrated her studies with her work at McFarland Productions, leading to significant insights into the high burnout rates among social media

In this episode of McFarland Minutes, Natalie, Scout, and Erin DeLong, the marketing manager of Durango Boots, cover Erin’s career in the Western wear industry, highlighting her significant role in Durango Boots’ rebranding and marketing strategies. She discusses key partnerships, such as the collaboration with the Grand Ole Opry and the National Day of the

In episode 23 of McFarland Minutes, the hosts dive into their favorite marketing software tools, emphasizing the balance between too few and too many subscriptions. They discuss the merits of various tools such as Cloud Campaign for social media scheduling, Drip for email marketing, Kinsta for website hosting, and ClickUp for project management. The episode

In episode 22 of McFarland Minutes, Ryan shares his experiences and insights on video production and marketing. Ryan recounts his journey from interning at McFarland Productions to working with the University of Tennessee’s athletic department. The dialogue explores the significant impact of video marketing across various formats, from short reels to full-length films, emphasizing the

n this episode of McFarland Minutes, the conversation continues with Tim Kimsey, an esteemed figure in audio engineering and sound design. Tim shares his journey from recording albums in Southern California to diving into sound design and the importance of teamwork in professional production settings. The discussion covers the significance of having a reliable team,

In this episode of McFarland Minutes, host Natalie McFarland speaks with Tim Kimsey, the founder of Audio Knuckle Busters, about his extensive career in audio engineering. Tim shares his journey from a beginner gopher in Fort Worth, Texas, to a Grammy-nominated engineer, discussing his work on major projects like Vanilla Ice’s ‘Ice, Ice Baby’ and

In Episode 19 of McFarland Minutes, the hosts dive into SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and SEM (Search Engine Marketing), explaining their importance for marketers and business owners. SEO, a free and organic approach, aims to enhance website visibility on search engines like Google, YouTube, and Facebook. SEM involves paid strategies to achieve similar goals. The

In episode 18 of McFarland Minutes, Coleman Proctor, a renowned cowboy on the PRCA circuit, joins the hosts to discuss various topics ranging from recent rodeo competitions to his personal life. Coleman talks about participating in the Cinch Timed Event Championships, training rigorously for the multi-event competition, reflects on the importance of family support, revealing

In episode 17 of ‘McFarland Minutes,’ the focus is on measuring the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. The hosts discuss the importance of balancing quantitative data, such as analytics and social media metrics, with qualitative data, like community engagement and brand impact, which are harder to measure. They emphasize the need for clear goals before launching