The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Want to get the most out of your Shopify business? Listen to the Shopify Solutions Podcast to get concrete examples and recommendations on how to build and grow your eCommerce business. Hosted by Scott Austin, owner of JadePuma, a Shopify-focused agency in San Diego, California. Scott has decades of e-commerce experience with the biggest companies and the smallest stores and everything in between.
The Shopify Solutions Podcast
Episode 176 - Day in a Canoe Podcast
1/7/26
Episode Summary
In this episode, host Scott Austin appears as a guest on the Day in a Canoe Podcast, hosted by Nathan Mersereau. They discuss Scott’s personal and professional journey, including his early life growing up in Connecticut, his decade in the U.S. Coast Guard, 12 years at Microsoft, and how those experiences shaped his approach to leadership, problem-solving, and entrepreneurship. Scott also talks about his work with Shopify brands through the JadePuma agency and shares his perspective on technology—especially AI—and how he uses it effectively while being mindful of its limitations. The conversation highlights broader themes of true wealth, curiosity, relationships, and lifelong learning rather than focusing solely on ecommerce topics.
Show Links
- Day in a Canoe Podcasts - https://planningalt.com/insights/tag/day-in-a-canoe-podcasts
- Badgezilla - https://apps.shopify.com/badgezilla
Transcript & Video
https://jadepuma.com/blogs/the-shopify-solutions-podcast/episode-176-day-in-a-canoe-podcast