As Told by Zink
Samantha Zink is the visionary Talent Management Agency Founder and CEO behind Zink Talent. Follow along on her journey to finding her soul purpose.
From having an epiphany on the subway in NYC leading her to pack up her 9 to 5 in Fashion PR, taking a leap of faith to start her own business, and everything in between.
Samantha spills the truth about the not-so-glamorous life of PR in NYC, how she started her business and grew it to a globally known agency, her spiritual journey, the power of manifesting, and so much more.
As Told by Zink will feature Samantha’s network of influencers, celebrity personalities, and thought leaders [in health, wellness, spirituality, business, finance, and dating]. With a passion for empowering influencers and a trailblazing spirit, Samantha Zink continues to shape the influencer marketing landscape and inspire others through her transparent and transformative storytelling.
Episodes
186 episodes
++ episode 186: behind the feed: a conversation with Rudi Berry!
From content creation to personal growth, Rudi Berry opens up about life behind the camera and the realities of being an influencer today. Tune in for an honest conversation about creativity, challenges, community, and the future of digital inf...
++ episode 185: leveling up as a creator: deep dive on growth, strategy, and valuable insights feat Kiara Kacvinsky
I started following Kiara Kacvinsky last year and have been loving her content ever since. She is one of those creators you never get tired of, sharing a mix of her life and the things she genuinely loves. As her platform began to grow, she sig...
++ episode 184: the truth about influencer management: q and a
There’s a lot of speculation around influencer management, and creators have plenty of questions. In this episode, I’m answering the ones you sent in!
++ episode 183: the playbook for getting invited to brand trips and coachella
In light of Bieberchella and all the brands bringing creators to the festival, I wanted to share tips and tricks on how creators can position themselves to get invited to brand trips. The key word here is relationships and why building them rea...
++ episode 182: how the wrong management can actually hurt your career
In this episode, I dive deeper into a topic I often talk about, management. I break down what to look for, what to avoid, and why choosing the right management is so critical. Management matters more than you think. The wrong manager is not jus...
++ episode 181: from content to cookbook: growing a following, building a team, launching a cookbook, and standing out as a creator feat Violet Witchel
Violet Witchel began going viral on TikTok during the pandemic and quickly discovered the long term impact social media would have on her life. Six years later, she has built a loyal audience that shows up for her in real life at pop ups, and s...
++ episode 180: 1x1 with Abby Price the founder of Abbode!
Abby’s story is one of my favorites in a long time. After graduating, she jumped from job to job in New York, trying to figure out where she fit. Along the way, she faced being underpaid, underestimated, and thrown into some pretty wild situati...
++ episode 179: creating a beauty niche, treating socials like a business, and turning manifestation into reality feat Michaela Scott
Michaela began gaining traction on TikTok in 2023 by sharing her beauty routines and go to product finds. As her audience grew, so did the opportunities, leading to major career milestones in 2024 and beyond. In this episode, she breaks down ho...
++ episode 178: insider info + all things influencer management feat zink agents Morgan Harvill & Samantha Kite
It’s that time of year again - our annual Zink Talent tell-all is here, and trust us, we don’t gatekeep anything. This episode is packed with insider info, practical tips, and real talk about what’s happening behind the scenes in influ...
++ episode 177: how I launched a new business in 24H and the power of ACTION
In this episode, I’m finally sharing what Zink Volt is and why I decided to launch a new business. After seeing a clear gap in the market, I took my experience and built something I knew had the potential to succeed.Your mindset is one o...
++ episode 176: scaling as an influencer: the role of management and pr, becoming known for your niche, and creating something tangible like a cookbook feat Paige Lindgren
I sat down with content creator Paige Lindgren, who is doing incredible things in the industry. With a growing following across platforms, representation from a major agency, and her own PR team supporting her personal brand, Paige shares what ...
++ episode 175: the real journey from high school creator to full time feat Chloe Felix
Sat down with Chloe Felix to talk about how she built a massive audience in high school by consitently posting, sharing her life, authentic storytelling and rage baiting. Now at 18, she is a full time creator taking it day by day, attending inc...
++ episode 174: no perfect content plan - just momentum, becoming a teacher, sharing the process and building a lifestyle driven audience feat Mia Howerton
After posting a simple Amazon haul that quickly gained traction, Mia realized she could turn social media into more than just a hobby. What started as a single video evolved into a profitable side hustle alongside her teaching career. Now worki...
++ episode 173: from content creator to boutique owner to motherhood: finding her niche and building her biggest year yet feat Emily Harris King
Emily Harris King started creating content in college back when blogs were the platform. She went on to open her own boutique during the peak of the boutique blogger era, and now she is navigating a new chapter as a wife and first time mom. Pos...
++ episode 172: ready for influencer management? here is what we look for in 2026!
I swear this changes every single year so it felt right to do a refresh. Sharing what we are looking for when signing creators in 2026 and why we launched our Friends of Zink division.
++ episode 171: 1x1 with Macy Broyles!
Sat down with Macy Broyles to talk all things content creation, from how she got started to the major milestones along the way. She shares the big goals she’s chasing next, how she’s using her platform as a stepping stone for what’s ahead, and ...
++ episode 170: lets talk wellness, content and fulfillment feat Jisu Kim
Jisu Kim never thought she’d become a content creator. With her family picturing a more traditional career path for her, content was never part of the plan. But after falling in love with sharing wellness and fitness online, things quickly took...
++ episode 169: creating skincare content, landing dream brands, and the power of just starting feat Syndey Heinemann and Chelsea Larson
Sydney Heinemann and Chelsea Larson have had a huge 2025. From landing their first brand deals to signing with Zink, working with dream brands, going on brand trips, and leaving their 9 to 5 jobs, their journeys have been nothing short of inspi...
++ episode 168: let’s talk about your 2026 rebrand!
A life rebrand in 2026 is not about adding more habits. It is about intentional choices. This episode breaks down why identity comes before aesthetics and how doing less can help you become who you are meant to be.
++ episode 167: let’s catch up and what’s ahead for 2026
As we close out 2025, I am deeply grateful for the challenges that shaped me and the beautiful new beginnings that followed. This year brought clarity, resilience, and the space to envision Zink at new heights. Life unfolds exactly as it should...
++ episode 166: evolving in the social media era, adapting fast, and using it as a launchpad for starting your own business feat Stephanie Weizman
Stephanie has been a creator since the very beginning, truly growing alongside the social media era. In this episode, we talk about why adapting to new trends is essential, how taking your audience along on your life journey builds real connect...
++ episode 165: building a following in high school and college, navigating life, and learning to be vulnerable online feat Julia Thomas
Julia Thomas built her following the second she stopped caring about being cringe online. What started in high school quickly turned into documenting her life in real time, from choosing a college to starting at the University of Miami and ever...
++ episode 164: landing a job at form, building a business with your sister, and trying things until they stick feat Kristin Schuppert Danley
Kristin Schuppert Danley is a true go getter and an incredible source of inspiration. In this episode we talk about how she built a home goods business from the ground up with her twin sister, how she landed her role at Form in an unconventiona...
++ episode 163: 1x1 with Elle Danjean!
Elle has such an inspiring story. She moved to LA to follow her dreams and unexpectedly found her way into content creation, becoming close with the major creator houses in 2021 and earning significant success. Over time, she realized she wante...
++ episode 162: leaving college to chase content: the truth about authentic creation feat Mia Marsicano
Had such a fun conversation with Mia Marsciano! Mia originally set out to pursue acting, but along the way she discovered a deep love for content creation. She ultimately made the bold decision to leave college and go all-in on creating - a...