Ace The Gram

Did you add a photo of your pet to plant a tree last week? Today we discuss the Instagram feature which got out of hand resulting in over 4 million posts  We also cover: - Taylor Swift launches Red - her version and TikTok went mad - GGO wins at the Tga Biz Awards! - Instagram brings the delete feature to photo carousels - Youtube will no longer show "dislike" counts on videos - Our thoughts on the new "fill your cart" Insta giveaway technique - No Nuance November - @That_weekend profiling festival goers as posts  For more on Tash and Viv check out: @vivconway_ @tastefullytash @acethegrampodcast  

Picture this: Tomorrow, Taylor Swift is playing at Madison Square garden. You live in NZ, your bestie lives in London and your other friend is stuck in Auckland Imagine if there was a way for you to all attend the concert together and experience Taylor live from the comforts of your house (no pricey plane ticket)... enter the Metaverse Today we discuss the pros and cons of the future of the internet. We also cover: - Instagram launches "Add yours" stickers - Travis Scott and Astroworld - BNL pod is back - Love Sex and Goop - Gen Z loves "vintage" wired headphones - The 2014 Tumblr era is back - Gumboot Friday's Insta comp - the good points and the "could be better" points For more on Viv and Tash check out: @acethegrampodcast @vivconway_ @tastefullytash  

What does the future of the internet hold? Today we talk about the Metaverse, Zucks plans and the role NFT's may play We also cover: - Instagram adds swipe up stickers for all users - the girl who posed for a gram in front of her Dad's coffin - TikTok virality - Reccs: Queen of the Con and Lularich - FB rebrands to Meta - Mc'dees and it's NFT game For more on Viv and Tash check out: @acethegrampodcast @vivconway_ @tastefullytash

This episode with the founder of multi-million dollar skincare brand Tribe Skincare is PACKED with actionable 2021 marketing techniques that will effect your bottom line *Viv was taking notes during this episode it was so good Kayla Houlihan shares the nitty gritty on what has caused 20% growth in her already multimillion dollar skincare brand Tribe and how one of her products sales grew by 500%. Tribe Skincare is 4 years old and has hundreds of thousands of loyal fans across TikTok, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook. We talked to Kayla in 2018 on Ace the Gram podcast when Tribe was new so we catch up on everything that's happened in the last 3 years Kayla shares: - how rebranding transformed her business- tips, do's and don't for rebranding - how Kayla approaches Instagram differently these days and what role influencer marketing now plays in her biz - Kayla's TikTok strategy and how she's built over 150k followers and created viral videos - Kayla's content strategy - how she gets great content for the vario

Do you know what the Metaverse is? Considering Zucks reckons it's the future of Facebook and the internet we found out for you We also cover: - a strange and shocking update in the Gabby Petito case - Facebook changing it's name? - Apple's M1 chip is changing the laptop game - Celeb spellcheck is back - TikTok trends - no bones day - Christiano Rinaldo - Instagram's golden boy - Instagram launches posting from desktop - How ambassadors work Find out more at: @acethegrampodcast @vivconway_ @tastefullytash  

Did you know Squidgame's global impact has led to a 7800% increase in sales for white Van Sneakers... Find out how it's impacted brands marketing strategies + influenced sales for businesses all around the world Also in today's episode: - The Auckland "influencer" party which led to two NZ influencers being dropped by their talent agency - Inside the Facebook files and the explosive information we haven't yet shared - Adele's new song launches - how it's spreading in awareness - The different ways to create engaging content for your brand Find out more: @acethegrampodcast @vivconway_ @tastefullytash

Is Instagram dying and if so- what should you do about it? Today we discuss the changing face of social media platforms and the strategies brands should take into account for modern marketing We also cover: - what really happened when IG/FB went down globally - The FB whistleblower - what this could mean for changes on the platform and lawmakers - Instagram retires IGTV - TikTok adds roster of sound partners  - Inside Squid Game For more on Tash and Viv check out: @acethegrampodcast @vivconway_ @tastefullytash

Have you planned your social media strategy for Christmas and the holiday season? Today's podcast gives you ideas and strategies for a successful social media season We also cover: - TikTok reaches 1 billion users monthly active users - Squidgame - What you need to know about "berries and cream", ice cube salmon rice, couch guy" - Kylie Swim - Instagram beta tests affiliate marketing - @theaquariumgirl and @sataynoodlehouse - How to plan your holiday season marketing For more on Viv and Tash check out: @acethegrampodcast @vivconway_ @tastefullytash

Today's podcast episode covers: - Why the latest week has been harrowing on and off social media - The creative new style of Insta competition @partimerangers ran and why it worked - Instagram's new advertising campaign - our thoughts - 5 Reel ideas you can do right now - Should you get the iPhone 13? - Instagram launching Reels for story montages - Rhianna's music is now on reels - Our thoughts on the Gabby Petito case and it's explosion on social media For more on Viv and Tash check out: @acethegrampodcast @vivconway_ @tastefullytash  

Annalee Kemsley is a kiwi make up artist and beauty influencer extraordinaire.  Annalee has worked with the likes of YSL, Disney, Warner Brothers, Maybelline, LUSH and Sephora. She's got over 190k followers across her various social media platforms In todays podcast we talk all things personal branding, scaling a service biz and building an online empire We also cover: How Annalee went from growing up on a dairy farm to working with the world's top beauty brands How to evolve and grow on social media as it changes How to grow as a personal brand How to balance create different revenue streams Advice for service based businesses/people wanting to leverage social media @itsamood_mag Reels - tips and tricks For more on Annalee follow her on Instagram @annaleekemsley For more on Tash and Viv check out: @acethegrampodcast @vivconway_ @tastefullytash

We now live in an age where crimes are solved on TikTok and the most talked about Met Gala looks were from social media stars Lucky you've got us keeping you up to date each week on the latest social media and tech news.  In today's podcast: - The disturbing case of Gabby Petito and social media's role in solving this missing person's case - Out for Blood - The Inventor (Elizabeth Holmes) is on Neon not Amazon  - We unveil what was in the Facebook Files *how high profile users get treated differently - Facebook launching Smart Glasses with Ray Ban - TikTok redesigned "joke" logos - TikTok ads available in NZ - Canva raises 200 mill at 40 bil valuation   For more on Tash and Viv check out: @acethegrampodcast @vivconway_ @tastefullytash    

Is organic Instagram growth dead? We answer this question and tell you how to: - get more story views - gain followers in an ethical way - use your organic strategy differently to your paid strategy + we cover: - Steve from Blues Clues comes back - How TikTok has changed the way we use other social media platforms - TikTok content tips - Adworld is coming! Why you should go For more on Tash and Viv check out: @acethegrampodcast @vivconway_ @tastefullytash  

Have you seen that classic gold 'Bangn Body' gold tube on your Instagram feed?   28 year old founder Priscilla Hajiantoni’s joins us to share how a tube of Bangn body sells every two minutes. We cover:   - how Priscilla had the idea for Bangn Body and what the early stages of the journey were like - the amazing story behind how Bangn Body landed Mecca as a Stockist - pros and cons of direct to consumer + stockists - social media marketing tips - influencers - what role different social media platforms play in Bangn Body's marketing approach: Tiktok, Instagram, fb ads - scaling hiccups and how to overcome them   For 10% off https://www.bangnbody.com/ site-wide use the code ACE10 at checkout   For more on Priscilla check out @bangn.body on Instagram   For more on Tash and Viv check out: @acethegrampodcast @vivconway_ @tastefullytash    

After a lot of recommendations from Viv, today's episode covers: - the newest Kardashian family? - the D'Amelios...what impact their new show has had on their TikTok comment sections - Instagram and big tech crack down on privacy for younger users... what this means for advertising - TikTok publishes Creative solutions guide and partners with Vimeo and Canva - Nadia Bartel cocaine Instagram scandal - how to come back from personal brand damage and what brand partners should do - Molly Mae signs Pretty Little Thing creative director role - why there's controversy - Emma Chamberlain's insane Instagram engagement rate - @jackmnicol - Viv's Instagram pick of the week For more on Viv and Tash check out: @acethegrampodcast @vivconway_ @tastefullytash

Another special lockdown episode bought to you from Albertown NZ + Mount Maunganui Today's episode covers: - the top 5 apps which will help your social media game *photo editing, feed planning, creative content, video development - what is happening with the @girlsgetoff Insta account: from 50k followers to the account being disabled overnight - how to tighten up your Insta security - OnlyFans reverses explicit content ban -Milk Crate challenge - why it's banned - Instagram removing swipe up? Apps: PicsArt, UNUM, Inshot, Tezza, Kamua For more on Tash and Viv check out: @acethegrampodcast @vivconway_ @tastefullytash  

LOCKED DOWN! Spending more time on social?  Today we go over strategies to help you maximise your social media impact over lockdown We also cover: - Reccs: White Lotus, Love Island, 9 Perfect strangers - OnlyFans banning sexually explicit content... we break down why - IG/FB may ban ads for under 18s - how they're cracking down on privacy for young users - Why Vogels and Big Macs are selling for hundreds online - Giveaways over lockdown! GGO - @quentin.quarantino - how a meme account raised over 6million dollars to save people from Afghanistan - How to juggle biz, social life, projects, podcasts etc For more on Tash and Viv check out: @acethegrampodcast @vivconway_ @tastefullytash  

Ever seen a news story about a brand and wondered how brands get press? Today we talk about how to get PR for your biz We also discuss: - Joe Rogan podcast with North Korean Yeomi Park (ep 1691) - Love Island UK - Why Billie Eilish lost 100k followers - Tiktok tips for building a brand - Tinx - what her advice was for success on TikTok - Fluffegram (Viv's pick) - Spam accounts on Instagram for giveaways - what to do For more on Viv and Tash check out: @acethegrampodcast @vivconway_ @tastefullytash

Today we had the pleasure of interviewing 26 year old David Fogarty - founder of "the Oodie". The Oodie is wearable blanket set to turn over 200million this year   David Fogarty has already had a rollercoaster journey of business. He has started 6 businesses (which didn't work out) before starting the Oodie   David is a social media marketing guru and tells us all the insider tips into building a highly converting empire online   We cover: - David's successful marketing framework - creating a shareable product - paid vs organic - best channels to use in 2021 for marketing - content strategy - how to go viral - e-com tips  - learnings David has from 6 failed businesses - Tiktok insights   For more on David check out: @davidfogarty on Instagram and TikTok @the_oodie   For more on Viv and Tash check out: @acethegrampodcast @tastefullytash @vivconway_

It's our 100th episode for season 2!!!! In honour of our 100th episode we answer all your burning Instagram questions: Answers include: - the algorithm for Reels - How to find your niche - FB ads - what should you be doing - How to get your emails out of the spam folder - lessons and learnings from our guests - whether you should use Insta with an older audience - the lowdown on Reels For more on Tash and Viv check out: @vivconway_ @tastefullytash

Marketing is an ever evolving beast How to you remain true to your core marketing message but innovate to stay ahead of the times? We discuss the answers in todays podcast We also cover: - My Unorthodox Life - Why Lorna Jane got fined 5 mil dollars - Instagram reels are now 60 seconds - How gen z use snapchat and social media apps - Tiffany & Co changes up their marketing - why there is backlash - Bakels pie awards - how influencers worked - @prettiestproducts + @babymats - what they're doing right on Instagram For more on Viv and Tash check out: @acethegrampodcast @vivconway_ @tastefullytash