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Simpler Sound

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Hosted by Zack Zarrillo and Evan Lucy, Simpler Sound brings you commentary and critique on what’s happening in the underground music scene from two guys with nearly 15 combined years of experience writing about it. Founder of PropertyOfZack, Zack Zarrillo also runs Bad Timing Records, manages Knuckle Puck and Have Mercy, and co-hosts the Off The Record podcast. Evan Lucy has had bylines in the pages of Billboard and Alternative Press and hosts the Voice & Verse Podcast.
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AI Simplified with Kristina Stubblefield offers simple AI support to help your business show up and stand up. If you’re tired of feeling behind on content, overwhelmed by tech, or unsure where to even start with AI - this show is for you. This podcast helps you understand why your business needs AI—and exactly how to use it—so you can: -Show up more consistently online -Get more mileage from the content you’ve already created -Save time with tools like ChatGPT (without the tech overwhelm) -A ...
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Making The Cut with Davina McCall & Michael Douglas

Davina McCall, Michael Douglas & Entale Studios

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Don’t know what to eat? Don’t know what to watch? Don’t know which toothpaste to choose? Davina McCall and Michael Douglas make the tough decisions easy for you. This podcast is like the TripAdvisor for your life. From iconic movies to the best mascara, let Davina and Michael guide you through what’s hot and what’s not. And when they need help making the cut, they call in on some of their friends to join them.We are not paid or associated with anything that we review, these are only our opin ...
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AI isn’t just a shiny tool, it’s a competitive advantage when you use it consistently. Most business owners don’t struggle because AI doesn’t work; they struggle because they haven’t built a habit around it. Learn how to make AI part of your daily workflow without adding more to your plate. You’ll walk away with a simple framework to turn AI into a…
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The businesses winning with AI aren’t chasing the next big tool, they’re doubling down on who they are. Discover why the most successful small businesses start with clarity, not technology, and how to use AI to amplify your story, strategy, and voice. Learn how to build a strong foundation that AI can enhance - so your marketing feels authentic, co…
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While many small businesses are still wondering if AI is worth the effort, others are already using it to save hours, follow up faster, and launch new offers. The gap between those using AI and those who aren’t is widening every day. Discover what the “AI gap” really is, why it matters for your business, and how to close it without feeling overwhel…
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Worried AI is making your business message sound a little too polished, or worse, like everyone else? You’re not imagining it. Learn how to use AI in your business as a support tool that amplifies your authentic voice instead of replacing it. Walk away with simple ways to keep your content human, consistent, and unmistakably you. Join the free AI S…
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Kristina shares how to use AI (the right way) to answer client questions faster without sounding like a robot. You'll learn how to turn your most-asked questions into reusable, on-brand responses, and repurpose those into blogs, captions, and emails that save time and build trust. This isn’t about automating everything. It’s about showing up with c…
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If content creation feels like a never-ending to-do list, this episode will help you simplify everything. Kristina shares the AI-powered workflow she uses to help small business owners create smarter, not harder, turning one idea into multiple pieces of content using clear, strategic prompts. You’ll learn how to brainstorm, write long-form content,…
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Now that you know how prompts work, it’s time to put them into action. In this episode, Kristina shares 5 of her favorite AI prompts, ready-to-use, totally tweakable, and designed to save you serious time. Whether you're answering client questions, repurposing old content, or struggling to show up online consistently, these prompts are your shortcu…
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Kristina breaks down what a prompt really is, why it matters more than ever, and how to write one that actually gets results. Whether you're writing social captions, emails, replies, or brainstorming content, this episode will help you stop winging it, and start prompting with purpose. You'll also hear how to “Pre-Bake the Oven” (yes, that matters …
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Customer reviews are pure gold, but most business owners either don’t ask for them… or don’t use them once they’ve got them. In this episode, I’ll show you how to change that using ChatGPT. We’re walking step-by-step through: • How to ask for reviews in a way that feels natural and confident • How to turn a single glowing review into 5+ pieces of m…
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Got a blog post? You’ve got a week of content. In this new Watch Me Use AI episode, Kristina shows you how to stretch one blog post into five powerful, on-brand social media posts, without spending hours creating from scratch. You’ll follow along as she builds posts for the fictional Radiant Roots Hair Studio, showing you her exact prompts inside C…
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Ever wish you could create blog content without sounding like a robot, or spending hours doing it? In this behind-the-scenes episode of Watch Me Use AI, Kristina shows you exactly how she goes from a blank page to a polished blog post using ChatGPT, without losing her voice, tone, or personality. Using the fictional Radiant Roots Hair Studio as an …
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In this first episode of the “Watch Me Use AI” series, Kristina walks you through how to use ChatGPT to write optimized content for your Google Business Profile, so you can show up where it matters most: on Google. You’ll learn how to set up ChatGPT using Kristina’s Pre-Bake the Oven method, create client-attracting posts in minutes, and repurpose …
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Your audience is already telling you what to post—they’re asking questions. Kristina shows you how to turn those FAQs into content that’s helpful, on-brand, and incredibly easy to produce using ChatGPT. You’ll walk away with a system you can reuse anytime you need fresh ideas that directly serve your audience. 🔗 RESOURCES & LINKS: 📍 Download the Pr…
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Your About page and bios are some of your most powerful marketing tools—when they actually reflect your voice and values. Kristina walks you through how to use ChatGPT to write bios and brand stories that feel clear, confident, and human. Whether you're DIYing your website or updating your social presence, this episode will help you finally say wha…
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You don’t have to be a “video person” to make Reels work for your brand. Kristina walks you through a simple ChatGPT method to write Reel scripts fast—no acting skills required. These prompts help you craft short-form videos that speak directly to your audience, build trust, and convert views into followers (and clients). RESOURCES & LINKS: 📍 Downl…
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Captions don’t have to take hours- or feel like pulling teeth. Kristina walks you through a 10-minute ChatGPT prompt that helps you generate 5 smart, on-brand captions—fast. Whether you’re promoting, nurturing, or simply staying visible, this system keeps your content fresh, focused, and effortless. 🔗 RESOURCES & LINKS: 📍 Grab the Pre-Bake the Oven…
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What if content planning didn’t take hours—or guesswork? In this episode, Kristina walks you through a repeatable ChatGPT workflow that helps you plan a full month of posts in just 60 minutes. You’ll learn how to set up your prompts for success, align your content with your goals, and walk away with a ready-to-use strategy for Instagram, Facebook, …
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Blogging doesn’t have to be overwhelming or time-consuming. In this episode, we’re diving into my exact ChatGPT blogging workflow that helps you go from a blank page to a finished blog post, and all the content that comes with it, in under an hour. This episode wraps up our month-long deep dive into blogging, showing you how to streamline your proc…
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This edition is a veritable musical variety show. We go deep on icons like Bruce Springsteen and John Lennon. Then expect a bonanza of jewellery, clothing, movies and the ‘Glastonbury of business’. This is our last episode of the season, but during our break please send your recommendations to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Dakota Hotel - http…
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That blog post you just wrote? It's not the end—it's just the beginning. In this episode, we're walking through a fast, simple system for turning one blog into 10 pieces of strategic content using ChatGPT. You’ll learn how to repurpose your blog in a way that’s aligned with your brand, speaks to your audience, and saves you hours of brainstorming a…
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Tired of spending hours trying to write a blog post that actually sounds like you? In this episode, we walk through exactly how to use ChatGPT to draft a blog post in under 10 minutes—while keeping your authentic voice front and center. You’ll learn: Why “Pre-Baking the Oven” is essential to getting great results What to say to ChatGPT to get a cle…
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Running on post-workout endorphins, we discuss clothing, hair and some fab and some fancy culinary delights. As always, please send your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Mdlondon in Boots - https://www.boots.com/mdlondon-hair-straightener-phat-olive-green-10368077?srsltid=AfmBOool7Ajo4ZC-Zts3wPOBnWDIEEkjtoyt0pqyXe4X47GLEFEZOpWP Mdlondon…
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Content creation doesn’t have to be hard—or time-consuming. In this episode, we’re making blogging easy again. You’ll learn how to use ChatGPT to instantly generate blog post ideas that align with your voice, audience, and brand goals. Whether you’re stuck in content paralysis or just want to stop guessing what to write, this simple system will hel…
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A real mixed bag in this edition - music, television shows, makeup and sportswear. As always, please send your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Pikes - https://www.pikesibiza.com/ David Holmes -https://www.instagram.com/davidholmes_1969/ Resident Advisor - https://ra.co/ Footprint Insoles - https://www.fpinsoles.co.uk/ Over+Above - http…
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If your content is falling flat or bringing in the wrong audience, it’s time to focus on who you’re actually trying to reach. In this episode, we cover Step Four of my Pre-Bake the Oven method—training ChatGPT to understand your ideal client. Because once AI knows who you’re speaking to, it can help you create content that connects and converts. Yo…
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This episode should come with its own playlist because we are banging out musical recommendations. Oosh! As always, please send your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Rattle and Hum - https://open.spotify.com/album/7hIoJcH4ObWasDFq78u1x9 Ministry of Sound Classical - https://www.royalalberthall.com/tickets/events/2026/ministry-of-sound-c…
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Ever read something from ChatGPT and thought, “This just doesn’t sound like me”? You’re not alone—and the fix is easier than you think. In this episode, we cover Step Three of my Pre-Bake the Oven method: training ChatGPT to sound like you. This is the step most people skip—and why they end up rewriting everything. You’ll learn: What voice, tone, a…
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Tune in to hear about our novel game to get to know your friends and family better. As always, please send your recommendations to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Lola’s Leads - https://lolasleads.co.uk/ Leg Stretcher - https://www.amazon.co.uk/MuscleForge%C2%AE-Adductor-Leg-Stretcher-Stainless/dp/B0927SLHBW Wolf & Badger - www.wolfandbadger.co…
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If you want content that sounds like you and not everyone else, you have to teach ChatGPT what makes your business different. In this episode, we’re walking through Step Two of my Pre-Bake the Oven method—how to train ChatGPT on your services, products, and offers so it creates content that’s accurate, relevant, and actually supports your business.…
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If you’ve ever opened ChatGPT, typed a prompt, and thought, “This doesn’t sound like me,” you’re not alone. That disconnect usually starts with one missing piece: context. In this episode, I’m walking you through Step One of my Pre-Bake the Oven method—the foundation that helps ChatGPT actually understand who you are and what you do, so every futur…
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Hot on the heels of our Glastonbury adventures, Michael gets emotional about our meaningful musical experiences. Then we cover food, relationships and television. As always, please send your recommendations to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Alanis Morissette - https://open.spotify.com/artist/6ogn9necmbUdCppmNnGOdi Caribou - https://open.spotif…
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If you’ve been feeling behind when it comes to AI—like everyone else already knows what they’re doing and you don’t even know where to start—this episode is your reset button. Kristina breaks down exactly what AI can do for your business, what it can’t, and why she rebranded the show to AI Simplified. No overwhelm. No complicated tech talk. Just re…
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Consistency is key in marketing, but what do you do when your to-do list is already packed? In this episode, I’m showing you how I use ChatGPT to stay consistent across all my platforms — even during my busiest weeks. You’ll learn the exact 3-step system I use to repurpose, write, and post content faster with AI — all while still sounding like me. …
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We’re in different parts of the world this week, so we’re recording separately and doing tag team recommendations from Soho and the South of France! As always, please send your recommendations to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Girls - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1723816/ Airport Music - https://open.spotify.com/album/063f8Ej8rLVTz9KkjQKEMa?si…
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Does your brand sound totally different depending on where you're showing up? Your Instagram might be fun and friendly — but your proposals or emails sound stiff and robotic. That inconsistency is costing you trust, leads, and time. In this episode, I’ll show you how to get ChatGPT to sound like you across every platform — using one simple setup tr…
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In this jam-packed edition, we cover sunglasses, poetry, a dining experience and pretzels. As always, please send your recommendations to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Zoe de Pass - https://www.zoedepass.com/ Bernard Marr - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWstLaT61QUc-TvfxOjNpFw The Lives of Others - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0405094/ Wor…
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Frustrated that ChatGPT doesn’t sound like you? You’re not alone — but it’s not the tool’s fault. Most small business owners unknowingly hand off creative control to AI without giving it what it needs to actually help. In this episode, I’ll show you how to flip the script and take charge of the process so AI delivers content that sounds like you an…
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We manage to talk about books, a lanyard, art and a beautiful waterway, all while Michael dyes his beard. As always, please send your recommendations to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Simpler - https://simplerhaircolor.com Paddington Basin - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paddington_Basin Lazy Lanyard - https://www.lazylanyard.co.uk/ Katie Pipe…
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If content creation feels like a constant uphill battle, this episode is for you. I’m sharing my exact behind-the-scenes process for using ChatGPT to plan, write, and polish content faster — all without losing your voice or drowning in overwhelm. You’ll learn: Why "pre-baking the oven" is the secret to better results with ChatGPT How I go from idea…
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We begin this week with a poem. Then we go for quality over quantity - chatting about a few top shelf recommendations. Send them to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. The Glorious Edit - https://thegloriousedit.co.uk/ Stories of Surrender - https://www.apple.com/uk/tv-pr/originals/bono-stories-of-surrender/ Pete Tong - https://www.petetong.com/ Ma…
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Ever used ChatGPT and thought, "Well, this doesn't sound like me at all"? You're not alone. In this episode, Kristina walks you through how to transform robotic, off-brand content into magnetic messaging that truly reflects YOU. You'll learn how to guide ChatGPT like a teammate, use her "Pre-Baking the Oven" method, and apply three simple tweaks th…
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After a brief hiatus, we’re back in your ears with an array of fabulous recommendations. This episode covers dog breeds, a movie and a way to safely share intimate photos. And it wouldn’t be a Making the Cut season premiere without a mention of Paul Weller! Can’t wait to hear about your recommendations. Send them to our instagram @makingthecutpodca…
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If AI still feels like “one more thing” on your to-do list, this episode will change your mind. I’m sharing the exact ways I use ChatGPT to save over five hours a week in my service-based business—no tech degree required. You’ll learn: 3 easy, repeatable tasks to delegate to ChatGPT How to get results that actually sound like YOU Why "Pre-Baking th…
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If you ever feel like you're constantly scrambling for what to post, this episode is for you. I’m showing you how I use ChatGPT to generate personalized, relevant content ideas that actually make sense for your brand. But here’s the real secret — it’s not about one magic prompt. It’s about setting up ChatGPT the right way so your ideas aren’t gener…
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Staring at a blank screen with no clue what to write? Whether it’s a blog post, social caption, email, or client reply — the hardest part is often getting started. In this episode, I’m showing you how to finally beat the blank page using ChatGPT — without getting generic, robotic results. You’ll learn how to “pre-bake the oven” so ChatGPT knows you…
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Still thinking AI is just for tech giants or big-budget companies? Think again. In this episode, we’re breaking down exactly why small businesses can’t afford to ignore AI anymore — and how it can help you save time, boost productivity, and grow your brand without burning out. I’ll share how tools like ChatGPT are helping real business owners simpl…
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Email marketing doesn’t have to take forever—or feel overwhelming. In this episode, I’m sharing how to use ChatGPT to write emails faster without losing your voice or value. You’ll learn how to prompt ChatGPT for subject lines, email copy, and even newsletter ideas that actually connect with your audience. If you’ve been stuck on what to send, this…
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What’s the point of content if it doesn’t lead people to take action? Whether it's booking a call, joining your email list, or checking out your offer, your CTA matters more than you think. In this episode, I’ll show you how to use ChatGPT to craft calls-to-action that actually convert. We’ll talk prompts, placement, and strategy—so your content dr…
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This is a bumper episode, filled to the rafters with recommendations. We’re off for about a month, so in the meantime please send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Trinity Theatre - https://www.trinitytheatre.net/ Head Full of Coldplay - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQqSQ2BbNAlwa401qOLrhyg Fresh Sesh - https://www.instagram.c…
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Want to grow your email list with content you’ve already created? This episode is for you. I’m showing you how to use ChatGPT to turn blogs and tips into downloadable checklists, guides, and freebies that your audience actually wants. If you’ve been repurposing content (like we talked about in March), this is the next step—turning value into leads.…
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