June 9, 2025

Podcast Episode 235

Interview with Kickstarter Head of Games: Asher McClennahan

In Episode 235 of Crowdfunding Nerds, Andrew and Sean sit down with Asher McClennahan, Kickstarter's head of games, to unravel the secrets behind a winning crowdfunding campaign.

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