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    #25: Breadcrumb of My Life, with Stephen Hackett

    July 11th, 2017 · 56 minutes

    Relay FM co-founder Stephen Hackett discusses his origin story, including an abortive attempt at being an Apple blogger, a fateful meeting over tea with Jason and David, how he left his job to become a full-time podcast entrepreneur, and the personal challenges he first encountered when he went independent.

    Guest Starring: Stephen Hackett

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    Links and Show Notes

    Free Agents #3: My Curse and My Reward, with Myke Hurley - Relay FM
    Analog(ue) #9: My Shoes Are A Bit Dusty - Relay FM
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    The Reality of Indie Life