In this episode of Coffee with Curtis, Robert Curtis is joined by Alec Kremins, Partnerships Manager at the hyper-growth newsletter platform, beehivv. They unpack the newsletter renaissance and why it’s one of the most powerful tools in modern content marketing.

Alec dives into the rise of platforms like beehiiv, the magic of storytelling, and why personal branding and trust are the real currency in today’s attention economy. Robert and Alec also workshop how to kickstart your own newsletters, sharing actionable tips on growing an audience, dialing in your niche, and keeping readers coming back. From AI-powered content to balancing value and promotion, this episode is a playbook for anyone looking to level up their newsletter game.

On this episode of Coffee with Curtis, Robert sits down with Yael Morris, founder of Decode Insights, to unpack the hidden power of customer insights in sales and marketing. They dive into what really drives customer behavior, why most feedback methods fall short, and how asking better questions leads to better results. From the psychology of sales conversations to the role of AI in decoding patterns, this episode is packed with real talk, real stories, and real takeaways. Whether you’re B2B or B2C, Yael’s insights will challenge your assumptions and help you build deeper, trust-driven customer relationships.

Robert is joined by Derek Fox, CEO and Founder of Midsail Research to discuss an important but often overlooked area when growing a business, market and competitor research.