How an Influencer Built His Business, One Dog at a Time

How an Influencer Built His Business, One Dog at a Time

July 19, 2026 · 21 min

About this episode

Elias Weiss Friedman discusses his journey as The Dogist and the evolution of his business in dog photography.

Elias Weiss Friedman, better known on social media as The Dogist, has made a career out of shooting portraits of dogs. Ryan Knutson met up with Elias in a New York City park to talk about photography, social media pressures, and how The Dogist has evolved and expanded over the last decade. Further listening: - How to Keep Up with AI At Work (Without Losing Your Mind) - Financial Influencers on Wealth and Work - The Viral Band Trying to Sing Its Way to a U.S. Visa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Host: Ryan Knutson

Guest: Elias Weiss Friedman

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Organizations: The Dogist, The Wall Street Journal, Spotify Studios

Places: New York City

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