Guest Profile: Olivier French, Founder of The Pod Matrix – How He Landed Keanu Reeves as His First Podcast Guest
When it comes to making a bold entrance into podcasting, few can top Olivier French. As the founder and head of production at The Pod Matrix, Olivier’s very first guest was none other than Keanu Reeves. In this inspiring Clicks & Bricks episode, Olivier breaks down how a personal network, passion for storytelling, and relentless hustle helped him build a production company that creates, distributes, and grows engaging podcast content from the ground up.
This Episode's Highlights
- Your Network is Everything: Olivier landed Keanu Reeves through a personal connection, proving relationships open doors that marketing can't.
- Focus on What You Love: From combat sports to film, Olivier builds podcasts around his personal interests, keeping him motivated through the grind.
- Adapt and Pivot: When COVID hit, The Pod Matrix seamlessly shifted from in-studio productions to remote interviews using Zoom.
- Start Simple, Stay Consistent: Don’t overthink gear—Olivier shot his first podcast on a simple setup. Consistency is what keeps audiences coming back.
- The Future is Interactive: Olivier predicts podcasts will evolve beyond one-way conversations into interactive experiences with real-time audience engagement.
Ready to learn how Olivier booked a global superstar on episode one—and built a thriving podcast production business from scratch? Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2hA-mEgr1zI
Memorable Quote:
Nothing good is simple. It all takes effort, planning, and execution.