The Trading Post

Trader Stu
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Welcome to, "The Trading Post": Barter Business Insights, the podcast where we dive into the fascinating world of B2B trading and networking. This podcast is organized by seasons. Season 1: Trade Education & Member Spotlights Season 2: Networking that nets business Season 3: Using A Podcast For Marketing (my experience with it) Disclaimer: The thoughts and views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official policy or position of Metro Trading Association. Although the host is an employee of Metro Trading, this podcast is intended to educate entrepreneurs on the benefits of professional trading, regardless of their location. Additionally, the host reviews various pieces of camping gear due to the association of trade, barter, and prepping. “Whistles In The West” was written, recorded, and produced by Durracell, exclusively for use with Trader Stu’s platform.This original jingle is a Western/Cowboy-inspired piece, reflecting Trader Stu’s signature style—always rocking the cowboy hat. Set in the key of D minor, the track blends rodeo whistles with a country-like guitar riff.The track is protected under U.S. Copyright (filed and registered), and rights to use have been granted specifically to Trader Stu for content and promotional use related to his brand and media presence.For additional licensing, custom audio, or to inquire about future collaborations and performances, contact:📧 durracellmusic@gmail.com🌐 www.durracell.com

  1. 6D AGO

    How To Turn A Podcast Into Leads, Trust, And Real Reach

    We break down how to use a podcast as a focused marketing tool by picking one goal, delivering value first, and guiding listeners with clear, helpful CTAs. Along the way, we talk audio quality, repurposing, titles that win search, and building a simple flywheel from episode to offer. • choosing one primary outcome for your show • structuring value-first episodes around specific problems • using micro CTAs that help without sounding salesy • repurposing episodes into clips, posts, and newsletters • deciding when guests help or hurt your format • building a simple podcast-to-email-to-offer ecosystem • writing searchable, benefit-driven episode titles • promoting consistently across platforms without burnout • engaging listeners with questions, polls, and stories • measuring downloads, retention, and CTA conversions • setting a sustainable publishing cadence Be good or be good at it. Send us a text Support the show Thanks for listening to The Trading Post Podcast! Find all our important links— https://linktr.ee/traderstu This episode of The Trading Post is proudly sponsored by Press X 2 Play Games, Metro Trading Association, and the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Exciting news—I’m featured as The Trader at the Trading Post in Press X 2 Play’s upcoming video game! Learn more about Press X 2 Play at pressx2play.games, discover how Metro Trading Association helps businesses grow through barter and trade, and explore the magic of the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Questions or guest suggestions? Email us at thetradingpostwithtraderstu@gmail.com “Whistles In The West” was written, recorded, and produced by Durracell, exclusively for use with Trader Stu’s platform. The track is protected under U.S. Copyright (filed and registered), and rights to use have been granted specifically to Trader Stu for content and promotional use related to his brand and media presence. For additional licensing, custom audio, or to inquire about future collaborations and performances, contact: 📧 durracellmusic@gmail.com 🌐 www.durracell.com © 2025 The Trading Post Podcast. All rights reserved.

    9 min

  2. JAN 30

    The Ministry Of Prepping?

    We explore how a messy backyard garden, township rules, and a few hard winters pushed us from lone-wolf prepping toward a service-first vision: a practical “ministry of prepping” that blends safety, community, and real skills. Strawberries, wood stoves, and one pastor’s nudge turn setbacks into a plan to help families and veterans build something resilient together. • shifting from SEO to podcasting as a business tool • failures and small wins in backyard gardening • wildlife pressure and local zoning blocking self-reliance • the true cost and timeline of preparedness • parenting outdoors and making time count • why community beats bunker thinking • a pastor’s prompt toward service and leadership • early vision for a “ministry of prepping” • concepts for tiny cabins, greenhouse systems, and a village layout • funding, constraints, and next-step experiments Send us a text Support the show Thanks for listening to The Trading Post Podcast! Find all our important links— https://linktr.ee/traderstu This episode of The Trading Post is proudly sponsored by Press X 2 Play Games, Metro Trading Association, and the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Exciting news—I’m featured as The Trader at the Trading Post in Press X 2 Play’s upcoming video game! Learn more about Press X 2 Play at pressx2play.games, discover how Metro Trading Association helps businesses grow through barter and trade, and explore the magic of the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Questions or guest suggestions? Email us at thetradingpostwithtraderstu@gmail.com “Whistles In The West” was written, recorded, and produced by Durracell, exclusively for use with Trader Stu’s platform. The track is protected under U.S. Copyright (filed and registered), and rights to use have been granted specifically to Trader Stu for content and promotional use related to his brand and media presence. For additional licensing, custom audio, or to inquire about future collaborations and performances, contact: 📧 durracellmusic@gmail.com 🌐 www.durracell.com © 2025 The Trading Post Podcast. All rights reserved.

    23 min

  3. JAN 15

    Turning Holiday Overstock Into Trade Value

    We share a fast, practical way to turn post-holiday overstock into real value using barter, consignment, and smart capacity planning. A 3D printing maker, a nonprofit partner, and a trade network show how to avoid clearance losses and keep cash in the bank. • converting unsold holiday stock into trade value • using consignment to move kiosk surplus • leveraging 3D printing for prototypes and rare parts • timing trade to fill off-peak capacity • protecting margins by avoiding clearance discounts • using community networking to speed movement • spending trade credits on needed services Come on out to Suzy Q’s Kids second Monday of the month and come say hi and do some networking and then pack some bags for the kiddos Send us a text Support the show Thanks for listening to The Trading Post Podcast! Find all our important links— https://linktr.ee/traderstu This episode of The Trading Post is proudly sponsored by Press X 2 Play Games, Metro Trading Association, and the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Exciting news—I’m featured as The Trader at the Trading Post in Press X 2 Play’s upcoming video game! Learn more about Press X 2 Play at pressx2play.games, discover how Metro Trading Association helps businesses grow through barter and trade, and explore the magic of the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Questions or guest suggestions? Email us at thetradingpostwithtraderstu@gmail.com “Whistles In The West” was written, recorded, and produced by Durracell, exclusively for use with Trader Stu’s platform. The track is protected under U.S. Copyright (filed and registered), and rights to use have been granted specifically to Trader Stu for content and promotional use related to his brand and media presence. For additional licensing, custom audio, or to inquire about future collaborations and performances, contact: 📧 durracellmusic@gmail.com 🌐 www.durracell.com © 2025 The Trading Post Podcast. All rights reserved.

    8 min

  4. JAN 8

    AI Can Clone Your Voice; It Can’t Shake A Hand

    We examine how deepfakes blur reality, why detectors can’t guarantee truth, and what proof still matters when anyone can clone a voice. Then we map a practical winter reset: less automation, more in‑person trust, and using podcasting as a bridge to real‑world networks. • deepfake tools outpacing detection • proof of life through liveness and gestures • winter as a reset for honest metrics • pitfalls of AI‑written outreach at scale • call first, then email for higher response • local networking and trading associations • podcasting as modern radio and trust engine • good‑enough production over perfection Send us a text Support the show Thanks for listening to The Trading Post Podcast! Find all our important links— https://linktr.ee/traderstu This episode of The Trading Post is proudly sponsored by Press X 2 Play Games, Metro Trading Association, and the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Exciting news—I’m featured as The Trader at the Trading Post in Press X 2 Play’s upcoming video game! Learn more about Press X 2 Play at pressx2play.games, discover how Metro Trading Association helps businesses grow through barter and trade, and explore the magic of the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Questions or guest suggestions? Email us at thetradingpostwithtraderstu@gmail.com “Whistles In The West” was written, recorded, and produced by Durracell, exclusively for use with Trader Stu’s platform. The track is protected under U.S. Copyright (filed and registered), and rights to use have been granted specifically to Trader Stu for content and promotional use related to his brand and media presence. For additional licensing, custom audio, or to inquire about future collaborations and performances, contact: 📧 durracellmusic@gmail.com 🌐 www.durracell.com © 2025 The Trading Post Podcast. All rights reserved.

    17 min

  5. JAN 1

    I Grew Microgreens For Money So You Don’t Have To

    We lay out a simple path to turn a small garden into a resilience engine for home and business, using low-input systems and smart barter to protect cash flow. Global shocks set the stage, but the focus stays local with practical steps that work without constant power or spend. • just-in-time risks and why buffers matter • choosing low-input methods like no-till and wicking beds • what to grow for profit and trade beyond microgreens • edible landscaping for yield and curb appeal • using barter networks to swap goods for services • realistic costs, family value, and tax cautions • small, repeatable steps to start and scale Whatever you do out there, be good or be good at it Send us a text Support the show Thanks for listening to The Trading Post Podcast! Find all our important links— https://linktr.ee/traderstu This episode of The Trading Post is proudly sponsored by Press X 2 Play Games, Metro Trading Association, and the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Exciting news—I’m featured as The Trader at the Trading Post in Press X 2 Play’s upcoming video game! Learn more about Press X 2 Play at pressx2play.games, discover how Metro Trading Association helps businesses grow through barter and trade, and explore the magic of the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Questions or guest suggestions? Email us at thetradingpostwithtraderstu@gmail.com “Whistles In The West” was written, recorded, and produced by Durracell, exclusively for use with Trader Stu’s platform. The track is protected under U.S. Copyright (filed and registered), and rights to use have been granted specifically to Trader Stu for content and promotional use related to his brand and media presence. For additional licensing, custom audio, or to inquire about future collaborations and performances, contact: 📧 durracellmusic@gmail.com 🌐 www.durracell.com © 2025 The Trading Post Podcast. All rights reserved.

    11 min

  6. 12/18/2025

    From War Zones to Workflows: Real Business Resilience Strategies for 2026

    We launch season four by reframing prepping as a competitive edge for entrepreneurs and B2B operators. Real stories from Ukraine, Lebanon and Afghanistan reveal how continuity plans, barter networks and remote-first systems turn crises into growth. • sponsors and NPC Game tie-in with Get Prepped • prepping as a business strategy, not fear • conflict zone case studies with measurable growth • logistics pivots and drone delivery lessons • solar-backed reliability as a sellable product • barter networks and trade credits for liquidity • continuity planning, cross-training and supplier redundancy • remote-first operations and audit trails for trust • quarterly risk drills and simple resilient offers • leadership that communicates, measures and rewards reliability Check out Holly Dazzle at the Michigan Renaissance Festival grounds Send us a text Support the show Thanks for listening to The Trading Post Podcast! Find all our important links— https://linktr.ee/traderstu This episode of The Trading Post is proudly sponsored by Press X 2 Play Games, Metro Trading Association, and the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Exciting news—I’m featured as The Trader at the Trading Post in Press X 2 Play’s upcoming video game! Learn more about Press X 2 Play at pressx2play.games, discover how Metro Trading Association helps businesses grow through barter and trade, and explore the magic of the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Questions or guest suggestions? Email us at thetradingpostwithtraderstu@gmail.com “Whistles In The West” was written, recorded, and produced by Durracell, exclusively for use with Trader Stu’s platform. The track is protected under U.S. Copyright (filed and registered), and rights to use have been granted specifically to Trader Stu for content and promotional use related to his brand and media presence. For additional licensing, custom audio, or to inquire about future collaborations and performances, contact: 📧 durracellmusic@gmail.com 🌐 www.durracell.com © 2025 The Trading Post Podcast. All rights reserved.

    13 min

  7. 12/02/2025

    Live Recording At The American Business Women's Association Meeting

    We share how a simple, audio-only podcast outpaced SEO, educated prospects on B2B trade, and opened doors to sponsors and even a video game cameo. The workflow stays light, the topics align with real searches, and distribution meets listeners where they already network. • origin story of Trader Stew and early businesses • why podcasting over SEO for educating prospects • how trade credits and fees work in a curated network • audio-only setup and minimal-edit workflow • building authority through consistent publishing • seasons used as chapters for navigation • trend-led topics and AI-assisted outlines • distribution via LinkedIn and Alignable for reach • Buzzsprout hosting, leveling, and monetization metrics • practical gear options from phone mics to wireless kits • avoiding podfade by lowering friction to ship • turning collaborations into sponsorships and evergreen placements Be good or be good at it Send us a text Support the show Thanks for listening to The Trading Post Podcast! Find all our important links— https://linktr.ee/traderstu This episode of The Trading Post is proudly sponsored by Press X 2 Play Games, Metro Trading Association, and the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Exciting news—I’m featured as The Trader at the Trading Post in Press X 2 Play’s upcoming video game! Learn more about Press X 2 Play at pressx2play.games, discover how Metro Trading Association helps businesses grow through barter and trade, and explore the magic of the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Questions or guest suggestions? Email us at thetradingpostwithtraderstu@gmail.com “Whistles In The West” was written, recorded, and produced by Durracell, exclusively for use with Trader Stu’s platform. The track is protected under U.S. Copyright (filed and registered), and rights to use have been granted specifically to Trader Stu for content and promotional use related to his brand and media presence. For additional licensing, custom audio, or to inquire about future collaborations and performances, contact: 📧 durracellmusic@gmail.com 🌐 www.durracell.com © 2025 The Trading Post Podcast. All rights reserved.

    33 min

  8. 11/12/2025

    When Cash Slows, Capacity Becomes Currency

    We share why a substitute teaching plan got scrapped and why we doubled down on B2B trade. We unpack the empty lunch rush, tipping fatigue, and how restaurants use vouchers and breakage to turn quiet hours into revenue. • credit-hour roadblock ends sub teaching plan • recommitment to trading network and podcast marketing • signs of recession and local gym closure • fading lunch rush and shifting diner habits • frustration with forced tipping screens at checkout • why restaurants thrive on controlled barter • using gift certificates to manage trade flow • capturing breakage and small cash add-ons • prospecting insights from strip malls • winter strategy for restaurants to fill seats If you're a restaurant, consider joining a trade organization in your area. Now might be a good time to consider joining a trade organization in your area. Send us a text Support the show Thanks for listening to The Trading Post Podcast! Find all our important links— https://linktr.ee/traderstu This episode of The Trading Post is proudly sponsored by Press X 2 Play Games, Metro Trading Association, and the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Exciting news—I’m featured as The Trader at the Trading Post in Press X 2 Play’s upcoming video game! Learn more about Press X 2 Play at pressx2play.games, discover how Metro Trading Association helps businesses grow through barter and trade, and explore the magic of the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Questions or guest suggestions? Email us at thetradingpostwithtraderstu@gmail.com “Whistles In The West” was written, recorded, and produced by Durracell, exclusively for use with Trader Stu’s platform. The track is protected under U.S. Copyright (filed and registered), and rights to use have been granted specifically to Trader Stu for content and promotional use related to his brand and media presence. For additional licensing, custom audio, or to inquire about future collaborations and performances, contact: 📧 durracellmusic@gmail.com 🌐 www.durracell.com © 2025 The Trading Post Podcast. All rights reserved.

    15 min
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Welcome to, "The Trading Post": Barter Business Insights, the podcast where we dive into the fascinating world of B2B trading and networking. This podcast is organized by seasons. Season 1: Trade Education & Member Spotlights Season 2: Networking that nets business Season 3: Using A Podcast For Marketing (my experience with it) Disclaimer: The thoughts and views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and do not reflect the official policy or position of Metro Trading Association. Although the host is an employee of Metro Trading, this podcast is intended to educate entrepreneurs on the benefits of professional trading, regardless of their location. Additionally, the host reviews various pieces of camping gear due to the association of trade, barter, and prepping. “Whistles In The West” was written, recorded, and produced by Durracell, exclusively for use with Trader Stu’s platform.This original jingle is a Western/Cowboy-inspired piece, reflecting Trader Stu’s signature style—always rocking the cowboy hat. Set in the key of D minor, the track blends rodeo whistles with a country-like guitar riff.The track is protected under U.S. Copyright (filed and registered), and rights to use have been granted specifically to Trader Stu for content and promotional use related to his brand and media presence.For additional licensing, custom audio, or to inquire about future collaborations and performances, contact:📧 durracellmusic@gmail.com🌐 www.durracell.com

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  • Creator
    Trader Stu
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    47
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Trading Post
  • Show Website
    The Trading Post