31st December 2017

Content Marketing and Ghost Writing

A selection of my ghostwritten articles and marketing material for a range of corporations in the education, travel, and health sectors...

Gympass • 13th May 2021

Fabulous Tips For Creating Healthy Spring Habits

Fabulous is a wellbeing partner app that uses behavioral science to help people make smart changes and build healthy habits. Read their tips for developing and maintaining healthy habits this spring. Blooming flowers, sunny skies, and a refreshing dose of rainfall. Spring is the perfect time for a fresh start.

ottawatourism.ca • 26th April 2021

Olympian Elizabeth Manley on mental health skating and Ottawa

At the Calgary Olympics in 1988, a young woman dressed in a bright pink costume stood on the ice, alone. The crowd settled to a hush, as a Canadian concerto played, and the figure skating routine of her life began.

ottawatourism.ca • 26th April 2021

Ottawa culinary-themed itinerary ideas for packaged travel

With an eclectic mix of cuisines, bustling farmers’ markets, upscale restaurants and fun tasting tours, Ottawa is a group and independent foodie travellers’ delight. Visitors get to taste the best local flavours as they explore the hippest neighbourhoods and the city’s surrounding countryside. Use this 3-day sample itinerary as inspiration to plan a memorable culinary trip to Canada’s capital for your group and FIT travellers. Bon appétit!

ottawatourism.ca • 26th April 2021

Celebrate spring Ottawa-style with the Canadian Tulip festival

Each spring, Ottawa hosts the Canadian Tulip Festival, the largest of its kind in the world. Over two weekends in May, locals and visitors alike usually stroll along garden beds to enjoy the beauty of over a million tulips in bloom, and attend special events that honour the festival’s historic international roots.

Lonely Planet • 18th December 2020

Celebrate Winter in Canada’s Capital

Ottawa, Canada’s capital city, is famous for its picturesque winter landscapes. So, it’s no surprise that in a place known as a longstanding capital of winter fun, Ottawans know how to enjoy the season. Welcome to Ottawa in winter from an insider’s perspective!

The Patreon Blog • 10th November 2020

Enter the Mystical World of Anya Boz’s Room Guardians

Imagine walking into a taxidermy shop and being surrounded by a large collection of stuffed animals. There are lions, deer, and rabbits, and while you’re struck by the craftsmanship, you can’t help but feel sad (and maybe a little creeped out) for one reason: the idea of killing an animal just for decoration.

Dr. Group's Healthy Living Articles • 17th June 2020

What Does Detox Tea Do? What to Use & Avoid — With Recipes!

It’s no secret that black and herbal teas offer many health benefits.[1] Some people consume teas to detox the body. However, many of these so-called detox teas, particularly those with Senna or Cascara, contain ingredients that act as harsh laxatives and cause more harm than good. On the other hand, certain herbal detox teas contain helpful, body-detoxifying ingredients. How do you know the difference? And what does detox tea do?

Memberful • 28th April 2020

9 Membership-powered local news sites

The 24-hour news cycle can make it feel like we are living in a world of too much current affairs coverage. However, this bombardment of news is often curated and only focuses on international trends or solely on the interests of those living in a select few coastal metropolises.

The Patreon Blog • 15th March 2020

Hainbach’s Music is a Collaborative Experiment with His Community

Growing up as a teenager in the mountainous and lush landscape of The Black Forest, Berlin-based musician Hainbach would listen to English disc jockey John Peel on the radio, who he described as “a lifeline,” and dream of the day when he could find a music scene where he would belong.

The Patreon Blog • 15th March 2020

How German Musician Rival is Connecting with Fans Outside the Algorithm

“I basically had no choice but becoming an artist,” laughed Valentin Rieff (who performs and creates under the moniker Rival) when we asked him about what ignited his music career. The 22-year-old pianist and electronic music producer from Düsseldorf, Germany also recalled his first musical memories. One involving sitting on his dad’s knee as he played the piano, and another of his mom who is a hornist in the orchestra.

The Patreon Blog • 15th March 2020

Ani DiFranco On Why She Never Signed With a Major Label

If anyone could rest on their laurels, it’s Ani DiFranco. The legendary singer-songwriter, activist, photographer, record label owner, and foundation starter has seemingly done it all. But she didn’t get where she is today by playing it safe — more on that later — and she isn’t going to start now. In fact, DiFranco’s creativity is fueled by her ability to be comfortable taking risks and dealing with challenges ...

The Patreon Blog • 12th November 2019

Here’s What Happened in October’s Episode of Hang Time…

Welcome to October’s Hang Time recap! Every month, Patreon CEO Jack Conte joins with brand marketing expert Taryn Arnold, as well as other Patreon staff and creators, to bring you the latest on news and events happening in our community. The livestream is always helpful and fun to watch — ya know, live. But time-strapped creatives can get a quick overview of what was covered in this blog post. Here’s what happened during Hang Time in October… We love to hear what’s going on between you and yo

The Patreon Blog • 12th November 2019

Here’s what happened in September's episode of Hang Time…

Welcome to September’s Hang Time recap! Every month, Patreon CEO Jack Conte and brand marketing expert Taryn Arnold highlight all the news, events and announcements they think creators should know about.

Memberful • 2nd July 2019

Cryptocurrency and Community.

We’re in the midst of an economic revolution according to The Block’s CTO Jake McGraw. Although cryptocurrency has already been around for a decade it’s only recently that the industry is stepping out of the shadows, away from rumor, speculation, and hysteria to be better understood. That has only been accomplished through rigorous analysis and reporting and that's exactly what members of Genesis, from The Block, can expect. Members of this exclusive club which McGraw is proud to call a communi

Patreon • 9th May 2019

“Punch up the Jam” Creators Share How They Connect with Their Fans

Miel Bredouw and Demi Adejuyigbe have a clear mission when it comes to their podcast “Punch Up The Jam.” Their manifesto? Review, rewrite, and remix all your favorite tunes and have you laughing in the process. In many ways it feels like a mix between performance art and wandering into the apartment of two BFFs and listening in while they hilariously “fix” popular hits.

Patreon • 9th May 2019

Raise Your Bottom Tier to Provide Better Value and Bump up Your Profit

Change can be scary — after all, why mess with a good thing? But, taking a look at the tiers you offer your fan community is a great way to begin to scale your creative business and bump up your earnings.

Patreon • 20th April 2019

How Lore Brings the Darker Elements of Human History to the Masses

According to Edison Research, more than one in five Americans listen to a podcast every month and we’ve seen the continued growth and obsession with podcasts first hand at Patreon. This is also something Aaron Mahnke understands all too well. His wildly popular podcast, Lore, has grown from a one-man show to nothing short of an enterprise employing production staff, tour management, and additional creative talent.

The Patreon Blog • 14th February 2019

How Patreon Helps Creators Do What They Love

Here at Patreon, we are romantics at heart. Sure, flowers and chocolates are nice but what really gets our motor running is providing the space and support for creators to do what they love.

Fabulous Magazine • 2nd January 2019

Your Ultimate Guide to Breaking Bad Habits –

What’s your personal guilty pleasure? Do you watch too much TV, overindulge in sweets, or enjoy gossiping at work? Often these sorts of enjoyable vices are talked about in a tongue in cheek way. They can be shrugged off as just our individual peccadillos rather than potentially dangerous mannerisms. But bad habits can stop you from achieving your goals and can even be detrimental to your health and wellbeing.