eBay Seller Spotlight Podcast (eBay)

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 007 -  Engineering the world: Shiri Zylberman on reselling test equipment internationally 

On this episode of the podcast: Shiri Zylberman leveraged her knowledge and experience in engineering to build a one-stop shop for new and used test equipment. Tune in to hear how she grew her business globally through eBay—and won the Female Exporter of the Year Award for the largest volume of sales in 2022.

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 007

Shiri’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/alltest

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 027 - Flexibility and freedom: Greg Perry on accessibility for eBay sellers

On this episode of the podcast: Greg Perry of OkieGP began selling on eBay in 1999 and quickly found it offered opportunities not found in other careers. Now an experie nced seller, Greg works to grow the eBay community by helping new eBay users find success, as well as advocating for accessibility for disabled sellers like himself. 

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 027

Greg’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/bidmentor

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 029 - Thrift stores for the digital age: Eric Rader on bringing The Salvation Army online.

On this episode of the podcast: Eric Rader is a long-time eBay user turned seller through his work with The Salvation Army. Join us this week to hear about his most unique eBay purchases, the process of taking a thrift business online, and how eBay tools helped his organization make almost $5 million for charity in one year.   

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 029

Salvation Army Austin TX eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/thesalvationarmyaustintx

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 011 -   In a league of his own: T.A. Ewart on turning his love for comic books into a thriving business

On this episode of the podcast: T.A Ewart started selling comic books as a side hustle, but soon realized it was producing the revenue he needed to put his son through school. He’s a recipient of the Up & Running Grant and today—he shares his sourcing strategy, his plans for organizing a comic show, and his tips for sellers applying for the grant.

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 011

The Value Comics on eBay - https://www.ebay.com/str/thevaluecomics

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 017 -  Documenting his hustle and hauls: Glen Zubia on growing his business and building a community

On this episode of the podcast: eBay Seller Glen Zubia has been selling on the platform for 23 years and you may know him from his popular YouTube channel, Hustler Hacks. Today, Glen shares how his journey started, how his inventory has evolved, and how through every major milestone—eBay has always been there. 

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 017

Glen’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/retrosportsandpopcultureguru 

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 005 -  From therapist to eBay entrepreneur: How Anna Packer leveraged her understanding of consumer shopping behavior

On this episode of the podcast, we learn why Anna Packer of Annaesthetic Miscellany left her stable nine-to-five job to be an eBay entrepreneur. She shares how she used her knowledge of human behavior to understand consumer buying patterns - and why she decided to write a book about reselling.   

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 005

Anna Packer’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/annaestheticmiscellany

Anna Packer on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/AnnaestheticMiscellany/

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 020 - Two heads are better than one: Alicia Wright and Heather Hardy on partnership in life and selling.

On this episode of the podcast: Alicia Wright of So Much Sole Sneakers and Heather Hardy of Pickin Wildflowers Resellers make a powerful team; starting as coworkers, getting married, and now helping to grow each other's respective eBay businesses. Tune in to hear how they got started, found their niche, and how eBay helped them on their journey to parenthood. 

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 020

So Much Sole Sneakers - https://www.ebay.com/str/somuchsolesneakers

Pickin Wildflowers Resellers - https://www.ebay.com/str/pickinwildflowersresellers

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 022 - Every piece tells a story: Malena Martinez on her passion for vintage clothing

On this episode of the podcast: After graduating from college, Malena Martinez dove head first into her love for vintage clothing, opening her own brick-and-mortar boutique and later, an eBay store. Twenty years later, Malena’s Vintage Boutique is still going strong. Tune in this week to hear how she authenticates antique pieces, what it's like working with film productions, and how she gives back with eBay for Charity. 

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 022

Malena’s eBay store - https://www.ebay.com/str/malenasvintageboutique

MsMalena TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@msmalenasvintage

Silver Site - https://www.925-1000.com

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 032 - One brick at a time: Shannon Kramer on learning to succeed

On this episode of the podcast: eBay seller Shannon Kramer of Brickeology had never touched a LEGO in her life until adulthood but found the toys to be a great way to bond with her family and earn income as a reseller. Join us this week to hear about her most beloved LEGO sets, how she’s benefited from the eBay community, and why failure is a necessary part of success.   

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 032

Shannon’s eBay Store: Brickeology - https://www.ebay.com/str/brickeology

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 014 -  From a high school side hustle to a full-time business: Dominic Moreno on selling globally

On this episode of the podcast: Dominic Moreno started selling as a hobby when he was 15 years old. In fact, it was his dad who opened the eBay account since he was underage at the time. He’s been a full-time seller for about five years now and loves connecting people with rare, unusual, and hard-to-find items. In this week’s episode, Dominic shares how his side hustle evolved into a thriving business with buyers in over 32 countries.  

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 014

Dominic’s eBay Listings - https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?item=166193238462&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.m3561.l2562&_ssn=dm_onlinesales

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 016 -  Hands-on parents, partners, and business owners: Susy and Demo Dritsas on juggling family and luxury handbags

On this episode of the podcast: Susy Dritsas has been fascinated with fashion, brands, and beautiful handbags since she was a little girl. Today, she and her husband Demo have a successful business selling luxury handbags and they're a force to be reckoned with. Tune in to hear how they run their business together as a family. 

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 016

Lux Addicts’ eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/luxaddicts

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 002 -  From Sneakerhead to Entrepreneur: Kicking Game With Ken Gaitano

Ken Gaitano is a lifelong sneakerhead whose successful business began with a few quick, lucrative sales on eBay. This week on the podcast, we talk to Ken about how he learned the basics of selling on YouTube and his store SimplyBee skyrocketed from there. Today he’s focused on community building and sharing knowledge with fellow entrepreneurs.   

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 002

Ken Gaitano’s eBay Store Simply Bee - https://www.ebay.com/str/simplybee

Kevin Garnett Flightposite - https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1313&_nkw=Kevin+Garnett+Flightposite&_sacat=0

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 004 -  The Balancing Act: Juggling Childhood Dreams & Entrepreneurship with Alec Larson

Alec Larson of Larson Enterprises is a private pilot, a musician at Disney, and an eBay seller. This week on the eBay Seller Spotlight podcast, we learn how Alec accomplished his childhood dream and successfully manages to juggle his different passions.   

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 004

Alec Larson’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/larsonenterprises

Alex Larson - Part 1 - eBay for Business - Ep127 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ebay-for-business/id449607385?i=1000508324813

Alex Larson - Part 2 - eBay for Business - Ep128 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ebay-for-business/id449607385?i=1000509324169

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 030 - Show up every day: Dave Ng on growing a full-time business

On this episode of the podcast: eBay seller Dave Ng of Autolatch began casually selling on eBay in 2006, then gradually grew his auto parts business into a full-time career. Join us on today’s episode to hear how he gives new life to used car parts, how being a child of immigrants shapes his business practices, and the importance of self-teaching for sellers trying to grow on eBay.

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 030

David’s eBay Store
https://www.ebay.com/str/allwhowandertrading

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 021 - Bringing the world of luxury online: Caroline Bui on making it in fashion on eBay and beyond.

On this episode of the podcast: Caroline Bui of CovetThy worked for some of the largest names in fashion before taking her luxury handbag expertise to eBay ten years ago. Tune in this week to hear why she made the switch to e-commerce, the challenges of authenticating designer pieces, and her insider stories from the fashion world. 

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 021

Caroline’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/thebirkinfairy

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 023 - Shifting gears: Michael Swoape on pursuing a career in retail sales over law

On this episode of the podcast: When Michael Swoape graduated law school, he didn’t expect to be helping his best friend run his eBay store selling silverware. Twelve years later, he’s now the COO of one4silver, a leader in the tableware industry. Tune in this week to hear how the company has grown, the benefits of hosting their local eBay meetup, and the latest trends in dinnerware.

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 023

One4Silver eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/one4silver

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 015 -  Standing the test of time: Rich Reichbach on expanding the family business

On this episode of the podcast: Dominic Moreno started selling as a hobby when he was 15 years old. In fact, it was his dad who opened the eBay account since he was underage at the time. He’s been a full-time seller for about five years now and loves connecting people with rare, unusual, and hard-to-find items. In this week’s episode, Dominic shares how his side hustle evolved into a thriving business with buyers in over 32 countries.  

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 015

Rich’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/timetitans

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 001 -  Chasing Prices and Passions: The Story Behind Chase Clifford’s Vintage eBay Store

Chase Clifford grew up collecting video games at garage sales, thrift stores, and flea markets. He’s now a full-time eBay seller and offers rare and vintage scores through his store, Chase After the Right Price. This week on the eBay Seller Spotlight, we explore how Chase’s childhood passion evolved into a thriving business.   Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 001

Chase’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/chaseaftertherightprice

Chase’s Link Tree - http://catrpcrew.com

Akalabeth: World of Doom - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akalabeth:_World_of_Doom

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 019 -  Start selling and don’t look back: Shari Smith on how eBay has provided opportunity, community, and freedom.

On this episode of the podcast: Shari Smith of 7daysale4u has been selling consignment clothing on eBay since 2006 while being a stand-out member of the seller community. Tune in to hear how she discovered her talent for running a store, how she mentors new sellers, and her favorite memories from eBay Open. 

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 019

Shari Smith’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/7daysale4u

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 031 - Shooting your shot: Lauren Villarreal on the entrepreneurial mindset

On this episode of the podcast: Lauren Villarreal of Round Two Avenue flexed her entrepreneurial muscles from a young age by selling lemonade, cleaning services, and handmade dolls. Eventually, she found an outlet for her talents on eBay and became a full-time seller. Join us this week to hear about her training as an appraiser, setting up an LLC, and how the eBay Up and Running Grant helped her grow her business. 

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 031

Lauren’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/roundtwoavenue

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 010 -   A hunger to help those in need: Laurie Wong on finding her true calling in life.

On this episode of the podcast: Early on, Laurie Wong knew she had an entrepreneurial spirit and wanted to give back. This inspired her to start Reflections of Trinity—a non-profit dedicated to serving those in crisis with food, clothing and basic needs. In today’s episode, Laurie shares the role eBay for Charity has played in helping diversify the non-profit’s revenue stream. 

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 010

Reflections of Trinity on eBay - https://www.ebay.com/str/reflectionsoftrinity

Laurie’s Team In Action On Thanksgiving - https://youtu.be/oLS1Yai3_c0

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 028 - Save the world and look good doing it: Michelle Nguyen on sustainable fashion.

On this episode of the podcast: Michelle Nguyen of Emmi’s Closet on eBay is an entrepreneur and fashion designer with a knack for repurposing secondhand textiles into one-of-a-kind pieces. Join us this week to hear about how she got her start, ways to reduce waste in fashion and beyond, and her plans for starting her sustainable clothing brand. 

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 028

Michelle’s eBay Store: Emmi’s Closet - https://www.ebay.com/str/shopemmiscloset

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 003 -  Fashion Passion: How Akil McLeod Turned Style into a Thriving Business

Akil McLeod of The Dapper Advisor backs his natural gift for style with a deep understanding of business. This week on the podcast, we sit down with Akil and learn about how his interest in men’s style began, and about the pivotal moment when he realized his passion could become a thriving business.    

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 003

Ahkil’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/dapperadvisor

Ahkil’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dapperadvisor

Ahkil’s Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/c/AkilMcLeod

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

Meet host Georgea Mpampanis as she interviews eBay sellers to learn how they built the business that made them who they are today.

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 008 -  Storage Wars star: Rene Nezhoda on how it all started

On this episode of the podcast: Rene Nezhoda has been an eBay seller for over 25 years and you may recognize him and his wife Casey Nezhoda from the popular reality television show, Storage Wars. He’s sold everything from comic books and cars to earth testing equipment, toys, and other items. In this week’s episode, Rene shares how his reselling journey began, the interesting sales he’s made over the years, and his advice for other resellers.

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 008

Renee’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/sdpavilion

Renee’s YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX79cVC62V2V4X_QVbEz49Q

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 026 - Finding your perfect fit: Ashley Moulder on vintage fashion reselling

On this episode of the podcast: Ashley Moulder shares her lifelong love for fashion with the world via her eBay store, Millennial Mouse. Join us this week to hear about her past in fashion school and the fashion industry, how to approach social media as a seller, and her commitment to sourcing clothes for everybody and every body.

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 026

Ashley’s eBay Store  - https://www.ebay.com/str/millennialmouse

Ashley’s Links - https://www.millennialmouse.com

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 013 -  Turning tragedy into triumph: Katelyn Pivot on making memories and sales

On this episode of the podcast: Katelyn Pivot worked as an Office Manager and sold on eBay as a side hustle. However, when she suddenly lost her husband and her work-life balance was disrupted in 2020, she decided to make eBay her full-time job. In this week’s episode, Katelyn shares how this move helped her not only support but also build lasting memories with her daughter thanks to the freedom it allows. 

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 013

Katelyn’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/legacysalesva

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 012 -   The Up & Running Grant: Jonathan & Kari Proulx on winning and growing 

On this episode of the podcast: Jonathan Proulx started selling on eBay when he realized that a nine-to-five job wasn’t going to work for him. His wife, Kari soon joined him and today—the two of them not only run a successful eBay business but are also recipients of the Up & Running Grant. In this week’s episode, the Proulxs share how the grant helped them grow, plus a few tips to make your application stand out from the crowd. 

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 012

Jonathan and Kari’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/yeahicansellit

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

On this episode of the podcast: eBay seller Chi Swift of Chi Lin Gems worked at a Fortune 50 company for almost 30 years before diving full-time into her passion for selling jewelry. Join us for today’s episode where we’ll discuss how corporate experience shapes her business practices, why she strives to make every sale special, and her plans for growing her jewelry line.  Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 033

Store: https://www.ebay.com/str/chilingems

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 025 - Keeping collector’s hands full: Aaron Ottensmann on how he became a trading card giant

On this episode of the podcast: Aaron Ottensmann first got into Yu-Gi-Oh! as a child, and began selling cards on eBay to raise money for his hobby. Now, SassyTCG is one of the biggest names on our platform for collectible card games. Join us this week to hear how Aaron’s dad helped him get his start, how the hobby has grown over the years, and how to leverage community to grow your business.

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 025

Aaron’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/ottensmannsshop

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 009 -   Making the world a better place: James Jack and Gabe Middleton on creating digital equity

On this episode of the podcast: James Jack and Gabe Middleton connected over their desire to make the world a better place and launched Human-I-T. It’s a business and social enterprise that aims to create digital equity for those in need. In this week’s episode, they share what inspired them to start this nonprofit, how they plan on scaling up, and why momentum and magic will follow if you lead with love, passion, and authenticity. 

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 009

Human-I-T store - https://www.ebay.com/str/humanit

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 006 -  High profile connections: Building and maintaining a celebrity clientele with Dana Weinrot

On this episode of the podcast, When Dana Weinrot of CelebrityOwned began selling on eBay as a side hustle after maternity leave—little did she know it was the start of something bigger. Dana shares how she grew her network of celebrity clients, and connects eBay buyers with designer items. 

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 006

Dana’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/celebrityowned

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 024 - O-Pin for business: Mayumi Roehm on the eBay collectibles market

On this episode of the podcast: Mayumi Roehm turned her love for pop culture collectibles into a career when she joined My-D Pins and Collectibles. Tune in this week to hear about the most sought-after Disney pins, how she keeps an eye out for counterfeits, and what it's like attending collectible shows around the country. 

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 024

Mayumi’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/mydpinsandcollectibles

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/

eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 018 -  Keeping the entrepreneurial spirit alive: Dexter Bowling Jr. on balancing his different roles and responsibilities

On this episode of the podcast: Dexter Bowling Jr. has not one, not two, not three, but four jobs including being a dad. Tune in to hear what Dexter’s day-to-day looks like as he juggles his responsibilities while continuing to run his successful eBay business. He also shares his plans for giving back to the community and why he believes failure is a part of success. 

Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email  podcast@ebay.com. 

New links for Ep 018

Dexter’s eBay Store: Shoebiz - https://www.ebay.com/str/shoebiz

Recurring links

eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast

https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/