Podcast: The GaryVee Audio Experience

What a conversation! In this episode of OGs of Playmaker Original presented by DraftKings, I sit down for an unfiltered, wide-ranging talk about where I came from, what shaped me, and why I see the world the way I do today.We go deep on my childhood as an immigrant kid from the USSR, growing up in Queens and New Jersey, and how the adversity I faced gave me a hunger that shaped my whole career. I share stories about building my dad’s liquor store into a $60M wine business, spotting the early days of YouTube, and the lessons I learned (and big misses!) as an angel investor in companies like Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat, and yes, even Uber.We also dive into how I read culture, stay ahead of trends, and why mixing up your circle is the secret sauce to learning and winning long-term. And of course, we chop it up about the Knicks, Jets, and how New York sports fandom is religion for me.This one’s raw, real, and packed with mindset shifts for anyone who wants to build, bet on themselves, and stay hungry.

Today's video is a Q&A I did during the Grow With Video Summit, organized by Think Media. I answer a bunch of interesting content creation and social media questions including:0:00 Intro1:05 What are the current trends to grow on social media?4:48 What qualities do you look for in collaborators?6:03 How can I promote my credentials effectively without coming across as bragging?8:15 How often do I email my list?9:44 How to market a new kids YouTube channel in 2024?11:54 How to overcome content creation burnout?14:14 How to attract clients who have tax problems?15:37 How can businesses optimize for AI search?16:22 How do you stay focused amid distractions?17:44 How to balance family & career alongside YouTube entrepreneurship?21:04 How to build a brand focused on gaming, personal development, and overcoming physical disabilities? 22:18 How important is posting on other platforms for a YouTube creator?23:15 How to establish yourself as an expert in a niche?Hope you enjoy!

Today’s episode is an absolute 🔥 masterclass for anyone trying to grow a business without excuses. I’m coming to you live from NYC, hyped for Game 4 at the Garden, but even more hyped about the energy in this Q&A. We talk live selling, building a brand from zero dollars, balancing dreams with practicality, and why trust is your best business strategy.💡 Whether you're 22 and crushing it on Whatnot, launching your first catering biz, or leading a company culture—this episode has gems for every level of the game.We talk about:The $2M Whatnot seller and why she shouldn’t stop nowHow to build a business when you have $0 and no experienceWhy telling people not to hire you builds trust & drives salesThe power of personal brand (and how to post about burritos and your business)How I coach my leadership team at VaynerMedia (yes, including firings)My playbook for LinkedIn content that actually lands you businessHow to get your first clients using your phone contacts & courageAdvice for entrepreneurs with skeptical spousesA no-BS rant on negativity vs. hope

I’ve been shouting this from the rooftops: live social shopping is about to explode—and in this episode, I sit down with someone who’s actually doing it at scale. David Rawlinson, CEO of QVC Group, joins me to break down how one of the OGs of commerce + entertainment is going all-in on the next retail revolution.We talk about what’s happening with TikTok Shop, why America is behind China in social shopping, how QVC is reinventing itself, and how creators, entrepreneurs, and even “garage sale” sellers can win big in this space. This isn’t just theory—this is real strategy for where attention, commerce, and community are all headed.💥 If you’re a business owner, marketer, influencer, or just curious about where buying behavior is going… you NEED to hear this.

In this raw, unfiltered deep-dive with AdAge, I break down what makes VaynerMedia and VaynerX different — and why kindness, culture, and conviction are more powerful than any viral TV spot.Whether you’re building a business, a brand, or a life — this one’s for you. 💥We talk about:Why “TV-first” thinking is killing creativity 🧠How I built VaynerX like a startup, not a holding companyMy real take on AI, influencers & the future of marketingThe secret behind our Honey Empire culture 🍯Why BeFriends is my most personal, creative project everThe myth of trends — and why they actually matterWhat kind of clients we actually want to work with (yes, I said it)How my lemonade stand taught me everything I needed to knowIf you care about brand building, leadership, or marketing in the year we actually live in — this episode will hit hard.Listen now and tell a friend who needs to hear it.

Too many people are stuck trying to be perfect—but perfection is a trap. The truth? Being wrong isn’t a failure… it’s a feature of being human.In this special MicroVee for Juneteenth, I talk about the power of changing your mind, the myth of always having it together, and why letting go of judgment—especially from others—is the ultimate freedom.We talk about:💥 Why being wrong is not a weakness🔁 How to adapt quickly without shame🧩 The danger of living for someone else’s opinion🛑 Why saying “I changed my mind” is a superpowerThis one’s for anyone stuck in self-judgment or afraid to pivot. Let go of the pressure, honor your process, and live your truth.

If you're stuck in a job you hate, hiding from your dreams, or blaming your parents for the way your life turned out—this one’s going to hit different.I sat down with the brilliant Liz Moody for one of the most raw, honest, and practical conversations I’ve had in a minute. We covered everything from accountability and AI to why your fear of judgment is holding you back from your next chapter.📌 This is not just about motivation—it's about action. If you're sick of living someone else's version of success and ready to get real with yourself, listen up.👥 Who this episode is for:Anyone afraid to start because of judgmentParents unknowingly holding their kids backCreators, entrepreneurs, and dreamers feeling stuckPeople overwhelmed by AI, comparison, or burnout🎯 We talk about:Why you're probably living based on someone else’s opinionsThe power of putting yourself “on blast” publiclyWhy AI doesn’t kill creativity—laziness doesWhat most people get wrong about social mediaHow I screwed up candor at Vayner and what I did to fix itThe #1 poison worse than failure: regretMy real morning routine (hint: no ice baths)The 8 Mile Rule and why owning your flaws makes you unstoppable💥 Whether you're 22 or 62, this episode is your call to get brutally honest with yourself and take one small but powerful action.🎧 Press play and let’s get real about what’s stopping you.

Think more money means more happiness? Think again.In this episode, I go all in on one of the most misunderstood ideas out there — that success, fame, or financial wins automatically lead to fulfillment. Spoiler alert: they don’t.Whether you're on the come-up or already living with some wins, this episode will challenge how you define “success.” I talk about keeping life simple, the emotional toll of chasing more, and how gratitude and perspective are the real ROI.If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the pressure to keep climbing — or you're scared of what happens if you lose what you’ve built — this one's for you.We talk about:💡 Why keeping it simple beats chasing clout🧠 How happiness before the money is the real secret💸 Why “more” doesn’t mean “better”🫂 What really matters when life gets real🎯 Why losing something is scarier than never having it💬 The danger of defining happiness through other people’s lensesThis is one of those episodes I want every young entrepreneur, creator, and dreamer to hear. If you’re in your head about money, status, or pressure from the outside world… take a breath and press play.

I gave this keynote at the NAC Success Resources event in 2019 — and I went deep on the real shit that holds people back. It’s not lack of resources. It’s not bad luck. It’s entitlement, insecurity, and the need to impress others instead of doing what actually makes you happy.If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck or not moving fast enough, this episode is a wake-up call. I break down the 5 core pieces of value that I believe will unlock your path to success — and most of them have nothing to do with business tactics and everything to do with mindset.Whether you’re just starting or scaling, this talk will push you to get brutally honest with yourself and start executing.👇 We talk about:Why accountability is the gateway to happinessHow entitlement is sabotaging your growthWhat I learned from immigrants about moneyThe illusion of success on social mediaBuilding businesses around what you loveWhy you need to stop buying dumb sh*t 💳Crushing it on LinkedIn and Instagram with $0Why losing early builds you up laterThe real ROI of patience and long-term execution🧠 This isn’t just motivation — this is a blueprint. Let’s go.📍 Follow the podcast here first:📌 @garyveeaudioexperience📍 Follow me here:📌 Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | TikTok | Twitter/X | YouTube

What’s up, everyone! In this episode, I sit down with Forbes for one of the most complete convos I’ve had in a long time—seriously, we go all the way back to my childhood in Edison, New Jersey, and trace the path from shoveling snow to building VeeFriends. If you’re navigating your own entrepreneurial journey or trying to understand what’s actually happening in marketing right now, this one's for you.We talk about how my obsession with consumer attention has shaped every move I've made—from launching Wine Library TV to writing Day Trading Attention, to building IP with trading cards and animated characters. I open up about why the education system didn’t work for me, how I’m thinking about AI and fake influencers, and why humility and empathy still dominate everything I do.💥 Whether you’re a corporate exec clinging to outdated media buys or a hungry entrepreneur trying to break through—this is the wake-up call.

The world is changing faster than ever — are you ready to keep up? In today’s episode, I go deep on where I believe technology is heading — and what it really means for business, creators, and human beings. From AI influencers and commoditized creativity to blockchain, IP ownership, and gut instinct, this is one of the most raw, unfiltered breakdowns of the current landscape I’ve ever done.Whether you’re a founder, a marketer, a creator, or just someone trying to figure out where the world’s headed, this episode has the juice.I talk about why kindness is still the killer strategy, why most people overestimate tomorrow but underestimate today, and how the ability to move fast — with intuition — is more valuable than ever.We talk about:🔥 Why Google Search is dying🤖 AI influencers and what’s real anymore🧠 The human gut vs. the brain — and why you need both📉 The end of traditional social media💡 Distribution: the most important concept in business🎭 Why IP is the final game⚙️ What businesses and CMOs need to understand right now❤️ Why kindness isn’t just good — it’s practical

You need to put things into perspective and take control of your life. Nobody cares about a Supreme backpack when your health isn't going anywhere... Stop caring and stressing about dumb shit and look at what's important.

Today's video is one of my favorite meetings of the year: meeting with VaynerMedia's interns and answering questions, like what the future of AI in media looks like, and whether or not ChatGPT will take over creative. I talk about how AI is shaping the marketing field, and give my two cents on the best way to improve your skillset to become experts in digital media. Hope you enjoy!

I've said it before—entrepreneurship is a grind, and today’s episode is a masterclass in why.Kass and Mike Lazerow, two people I love like family, just released their new book Shoveling $h!t : A Love Story About the Entrepreneur’s Messy Path to Success*. It’s real, unfiltered, and packed with insights that go way beyond business. We talk about what it’s really like to sell a book from scratch, what surprised them most during the process, and the emotional rollercoaster of launching something deeply personal.But we don’t stop there…We go into parenting, mental health, building purpose, and why most people struggle with going backwards financially. If you’ve ever felt like you’re grinding alone, or wondered if it’s worth it—this is your episode.💥 You’ll walk away with perspective, motivation, and maybe a little fire in your belly to do what matters!Buy the book now: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Shoveling-Story-About-Entrepreneurs-Success/dp/B0DY21NS7W⁠ Follow Kass & Mike:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kassandmike/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KassandMike/videos X: https://x.com/kass_and_mike Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kassandmike/ LinkedIn: (Kass) https://www.linkedin.com/in/kasslazerow/(Mike) https://www.linkedin.com/in/lazerow/Kass & Mike’s Website: www.kassandmike.com

Today’s MicroVee is a powerful reminder that bad advice can lead to great outcomes — if you trust your gut.I sat down with Massimo Marioni from Fortune and shared one of the worst pieces of business advice I’ve ever been given… and how ignoring it helped me build a massive retail business. We also chopped it up about the best advice I got from my dad, why success isn’t about money or titles, and the biggest regret I have from my early 20s.🎯 Whether you’re 25 or 45, this one’s a must-listen for anyone navigating growth, leadership, or how to actually win long-term.We talk about:🧠 The worst business advice I ever got — and how I flipped it🤝 The lesson from my dad that changed my whole career💬 Why kind candor is the missing piece in most businesses🎯 How I define success (hint: it’s not money)🚫 The one person you need to cut out to level upThis is for the builders, the leaders, and anyone who’s ever been told they’re doing too much. You’re not — keep going 💪📍 Follow the podcast here first:📌 @garyveeaudioexperience📍 Follow me here:📌 Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | TikTok | Twitter/X | YouTube

This one’s for anyone in marketing who’s still clinging to outdated tactics.I sat down for a conversation at Advertising Week and went deep on how the industry is changing — fast. From the collapse of social media as we knew it to the rise of live shopping, AI influencers, and attention-based algorithms, this episode covers where marketing is actually going, not where people wish it was going.I also break down why most creative still fails, how data and attention go hand in hand, and what brands need to start doing right now to stay relevant in the era of "interest media."👀 We talk about:Why creative is finally being held accountableThe myth of "brand vs. performance" in today’s ecosystemHow to actually use data without losing intuitionThe rise of AI influencers and live shoppingWhy I don’t romanticize any platform — just where the attention isIf you work in marketing, own a brand, or just want to understand the real landscape — this is required listening. Let’s go.

Today’s episode is all about AI — the fears, the facts, and most importantly, the mindset shift you need to thrive.We’ve compiled some of my strongest takes on the future of work and how AI fits into it. You’ll hear from people who are genuinely scared they’re about to be replaced… and I’ll give you the exact advice I’d give my own team. This tech is moving fast — but it’s not about being perfect. It’s about being adaptable.The people who succeed will stop acting like task doers and start thinking like architects. AI won’t destroy opportunity — it’ll redefine who earns it.We talk about:🧠 How to move from executor to strategic thinker🛠️ The tools and skills that make you AI-proof🔥 Why fear is the biggest risk (not AI itself)💡 Prompting, context, and how to actually use ChatGPT💼 What AI means for team size, compensation, and opportunityThis is for anyone who’s been hesitant, overwhelmed, or just curious — listen now and start turning uncertainty into leverage.

In this episode, Gary speaks to a group of business owners about the real challenges and opportunities in today’s landscape — from the rapid evolution of AI to the often-overlooked power of consistent social content.He explains why many businesses aren’t seeing results with digital marketing, how simple strategies like localized video ads can drive actual customer growth, and why understanding AI isn’t just a competitive edge — it’s quickly becoming a necessity.If you're navigating hiring issues, trying to stand out in a crowded market, or simply unsure where to start with new tools and platforms, this episode offers a clear, practical perspective.We cover:Common mistakes in social media marketing — and how to correct themA $50 local ad strategy that’s working right nowWhy AI will impact every industry — not just techHow trust and authenticity will separate brands that grow from those that don’tTips for creating content without overthinking itWhether you're just starting to explore AI or trying to make your content actually move the needle, this conversation will help you rethink where to focus your time and energy in 2025.

Sometimes the smallest gesture creates the biggest return.In this episode, I talk about one of my favorite stories ever—where a simple act of gratitude turned into a massive business opportunity. This is for all the entrepreneurs out there who are obsessed with scale and tech... but might be sleeping on the old-school moves that really build brand equity.This isn’t theory—it’s a real case study of how doing the unscalable can scale your business better than any ad campaign. I also break down the mindset you need to win in today’s economy: either go all in on social media or go all in on relationships. The middle? That’s where businesses die.🎯 If you're in business, marketing, sales, or customer service... this episode is your reminder that being human still wins.We talk about:📞 Why calling your old clients might be your next growth strategy🎯 How a $400 jersey for a $100 customer led to a $6,000 sale❤️ Scaling the unscalable: why gratitude is the edge🧠 The mindset difference between winning and being forgotten🚫 Why the “middle” in business is the worst place to be🎧 Don’t sleep on this one—it’s a great example of how to actually do business in a meaningful way.📍 Follow the podcast here first:📌 @garyveeaudioexperience📍 Follow me here:📌 Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | TikTok | Twitter/X | YouTube

This is my 2024 commencement speech at NYU Stern — one of the most important talks I’ve given.I break down what graduating students actually need to know before entering the real world. This isn’t about hype or theory — it’s about the mindset and clarity you’ll need to succeed in a tough job market and an even tougher business landscape.We talk about:Why adversity early in your career is a good thingHow to stop letting other people’s opinions control your decisionsThe problem with participation trophies and fearing failureWhy self-awareness and patience matter more than your resumeHow to build a career you won’t regret at 80If you’re a recent grad — or about to become one — this is a message you need to hear.