About The Money Trench - The Music Industry Podcast with Mark Sutherland
The Money Trench (TMT) is The Music Industry Podcast from presenter Mark Sutherland and exec producer Mike Walsh, produced by Tape Notes and supported by Sound On and Tixel. Each Monday, we will dissect the biggest music industry news stories of the previous week, in the company of one of the industry’s most influential executives. Followed by a deep dive into that exec’s career in music, including their thoughts on where we’re at and where we’re heading. Now, TMT is here to look at all sides of the music business and celebrate the most exciting industry on the planet. Don’t start your music week without it…
TMT:112 Emily Braham On Discovering & Breaking Olivia Dean
Welcome to The Money Trench! This week, Mark is joined by Emily Braham, Founder of Yo&Co, Co-Founder of fivethree, and manager of Olivia Dean.
Recorded live in Newcastle at the Generator Live Conference as part of the Mercury Prize Fringe, Emily drops by to share what it’s like managing one of the UK’s hottest talents.
The pair discuss Olivia Dean’s global ascent, what modern management looks like, the role of major labels in the industry today, and the necessity of patience in artist development.
NEWSLETTER
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SOUNDON
The Money Trench is sponsored by SoundOn.
TIXEL
The Money Trench is sponsored by Tixel.
KEEP UP TO DATE
For the latest podcast and music business updates, make sure to follow us on:
Instagram: @the_money_trench
LinkedIn: The Money Trench
Website: The Money Trench
GET IN TOUCH
If you have any feedback, guest suggestions or general comments? We’d love to hear from you! - Get in touch here!
Thanks to our partners
SoundOn
Tixel
Earth/Percent
Tom A Smith
Deviate Digital
Fourth Pillar
Sennheiser
TYX Studios
Tape Notes
Executive Producer: Mike Walsh
Producer: Tape Notes
18 Oct 2026
TMT:111 Ammo Talwar On Transforming The Biz’s Diversity Strategy & Championing Birmingham
Welcome to The Money Trench! This week, Mark is joined by Ammo Talwar, founder of Punch Records and Parlay Records.
As a Birmingham-based exec and a leading advocate for cultural diversity, Ammo is here to give his thoughts on how the industry can be more inclusive and why more regions of the UK need to be represented.
The pair discuss how new genres form within the UK, Ammo’s attempts to help emerging A&Rs, and how diversity boosts growth in the industry.
NEWSLETTER
Sign up HERE for the TMT newsletter - featuring each week’s hottest music industry stories.
SOUNDON
The Money Trench is sponsored by SoundOn.
TIXEL
The Money Trench is sponsored by Tixel.
KEEP UP TO DATE
For the latest podcast and music business updates, make sure to follow us on:
Instagram: @the_money_trench
LinkedIn: The Money Trench
Website: The Money Trench
GET IN TOUCH
If you have any feedback, guest suggestions or general comments? We’d love to hear from you! - Get in touch here!
Thanks to our partners
SoundOn
Tixel
Earth/Percent
Tom A Smith
Deviate Digital
Fourth Pillar
Sennheiser
TYX Studios
Tape Notes
Executive Producer: Mike Walsh
Producer: Tape Notes
11 Oct 2026
TMT:110 Molly Neuman On Her Journey From Punk Rock To The Board Room
Welcome to The Money Trench! This week, Mark is in Manchester at Beyond The Music, and he is joined by Molly Neuman, President of CD Baby.
At the head of one of the world’s largest DIY distribution platforms, Molly possesses a unique insight into building an audience for artists and how the industry is changing.
The pair discuss her journey from artist in Bratmobile to exec, the Universal takeover of CD Baby, and the fight against AI.
NEWSLETTER
Sign up HERE for the TMT newsletter - featuring each week’s hottest music industry stories.
SOUNDON
The Money Trench is sponsored by SoundOn.
TIXEL
The Money Trench is sponsored by Tixel.
KEEP UP TO DATE
For the latest podcast and music business updates, make sure to follow us on:
Instagram: @the_money_trench
LinkedIn: The Money Trench
Website: The Money Trench
GET IN TOUCH
If you have any feedback, guest suggestions or general comments? We’d love to hear from you! - Get in touch here!
Thanks to our partners
SoundOn
Tixel
Earth/Percent
Tom A Smith
Deviate Digital
Fourth Pillar
Sennheiser
TYX Studios
Tape Notes
Executive Producer: Mike Walsh
Producer: Tape Notes
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