Episode SummaryNick Loper is the Founder and Chief Side-Hustler at Side Hustle Nation, a community of like minded and hard working individuals who are looking to make extra money and build businesses. Today, Nick joins the show to discuss where his entrepreneurial spirit came from, why he wants to pass the lesson of working for freedom down to his children, and the valuable lessons he’s learned from failure. Nick speaks to the evolution of his relationship with his listeners, fatherhood, and the value of places on creativity.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:26 – Nick Loper joins the show to share the origins of his entrepreneurial spirit &amp; when podcasting came on his radar17:26 – The Beginner Mindset, Nick’s early tech stack, and guest research24:42 – Cultivating an incredible community through the Side Hustle Nation podcast26:41 – Nick’s TEDx Talk30:59 – How Nick has grown as a podcast host42:53 – Nick takes the audience through a typical Production week and what his plans are for the future48:07 – The joys of fatherhood and passing along the entrepreneurial spirit53:45 – Something Nick has changed his mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about him59:35 – Harry thanks Nick for joining the show and lets listeners know where they can go to connect with him and learn more about Side Hustle NationTweetable Quotes“We want somebody to learn in exchange for their forty-five minutes of tuning in. It’s still a hurdle to get somebody from stranger to listener. They gotta find their podcast app. They gotta search for your specific show. They gotta scroll down to the specific episode you’re talking about. They gotta find a forty-five minute gap in their day to actually tune in. It’s a big ask and so the hook for that has got to be really compelling.” (22:36) (Nick)“Side Hustle Nation is a show that people hopefully graduate out of at some point, where they find their idea and then they go off and do that thing.” (24:58) (Nick)“A podcast by itself is not a business. It can be a perfectly viable content marketing arm for a business. And shifting that was a huge inflection point. And what that looked like in practice, in my case, was creating episode-specific lead magnets.” (33:02) (Nick)“Fatherhood has softened me in a lot of ways. And it’s aged me horribly in a lot of ways. They just know how to push your buttons. But, at the same time, it’s super rewarding to watch them learn, and grow, and sponge up the world around them.” (48:14) (Nick)“Along those notes of dealing with failure, the big thing is positioning any new project in your mind as an experiment. I find, for me, that that really softens the blow of the inevitable failures that come along the way.” (1:00:41) (Nick)Resources MentionedNick’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickloper/Nick’s Twitter – https://twitter.com/nloperNick’s Podcast – https://www.sidehustlenation.com/side-hustle-show/Nick’s Website – https://www.sidehustlenation.com/Nick’s TEDx Talk – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDSWqeqaEkw" rel="noopener noreferrer"

Episode SummaryDiane Ray is a broadcaster, interviewer, content creator, producer, voice talent, communicator, and seeker. She’s the Co-Founder of the Mind Body Spirit Podcast Network, a platform for content creators in spirituality, health and wellness, metaphysics and personal growth. Today, Harry and Diane talk about how to handle radio and podcast interviews that have gone sideways, ad structures and revenue sharing models, and the power of spiritual awakenings.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:26 – Diane Ray joins the show to share her vast experience in radio broadcasting, her shift to digital media and online broadcasting, and when she first began listening to podcasts16:49 – Hay House Radio, working with Dr. Wayne Dyer, and honing her interview skills20:08 – An interview gone sideways, mentors, and Diane’s favorite bands23:34 – A spiritual journey and Marianne Williamson29:51 – From Hay House to Unity to Mind Body Spirit36:44 – An aggregator and connector of content and the wide range of clients Diane serves42:12 – Structuring ads and revenue sharing47:13 – Building a stellar team, social media presence and consistency52:11 – An evolving vision, how Diane has grown as an entrepreneur, and a post- pandemic spirituality surge1:05:40 – Identifying shows that fit Mind Body Spirit and sponsors Diane works with1:08:37 – Something Diane has changed her mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about her1:11:12 – Harry thanks Diane for joining the show and lets listeners know where they can go to connect with her and learn more about MindBodySpirit.fmTweetable Quotes“Luckily, I managed to get the job at HayHouse, and then actually meet and interact with these people, and learn so much. It just brought me further onto my path...Dr. Wayne Dyer would come and do the show and just talk to people from all over the world. And I would listen to everything he told them and I learned so many lessons: How to pay attention to how you think, and things that you tell yourself, and the people you surround yourself with.” (24:35) (Diane)“That’s what we’re trying to share with the podcasters that are gathering on MindBodySpirit.fm is to give people a place to come to share their stories and their message. And the content that we’re gathering in this space is so needed right now because really we’re living in a dystopian nightmare right now.” (29:18) (Diane)“I remember seeing this back in my HayHouse days where people would say, ‘Oh, I speak all the time. I can do a radio show no problem.’ It’s a lot different when you’re alone in front of a microphone than when you’re getting this love from people in a live audience. It’s a very different scenario.” (41:12) (Diane)“I always tell people consistency is key. If you’re just gonna be randomly putting stuff out there, it’s just not gonna get any traction.” (49:31) (Diane)“As divided as we seem today, we really are connected. I really believe that we are connected and we do touch people in so many ways. And so the more positively you can touch someone somehow in their life, the better. It can be a small thing like buying someone a coffee.” (1:02:50) (Diane)Resources MentionedDiane’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/diane-ray-a8b4881b/Diane’s Website – https://dianeraymedia.com/Diane’s

Episode SummaryHeather Osgood is the founder of True Native Media, a boutique podcast representation agency specializing in podcast advertising. With an extensive background in radio advertising and a love for podcasting, Heather has become an influential voice in the podcast advertising space. Today, Harry and Heather discuss how entrepreneurship has profoundly changed her, trends she has observed in the podcast industry, and her latest project: a transactional platform that allows customers to buy and sell podcasts.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:26 – Heather Osgood joins the show to discuss her experience at Podcast Movement in Dallas and the challenges of managing and retaining a growing team as a small business owner14:37 – Business models that Heather likes to follow18:11 – How entrepreneurship has profoundly changed Heather20:27 – Moving to Florida and experiencing Hurricane Ian24:54 – Programmatic ads, consolidation and other trends Heather has observed in the podcasting industry29:46 – Programmatic versus dynamic ads and what companies look for in podcast advertising36:55 – Buying and selling podcasts? Enter: The Podcast Broker47:11 – What’s next for The Podcast Broker54:38 – Harry thanks Heather for joining the show and lets listeners know where they can go to connect with her and learn more about The Podcast BrokerTweetable Quotes“One of the biggest challenges that I face is that it is still a very competitive job market. So making sure that your team members are all taken care of isn’t always the easiest. I think one of the observations I’ve had recently is that we’re still a small company. And so when you hire really talented employees - if they’re ambitious and they’re looking to grow - they’re only going to be happy in that role for a year maybe. And then they’ve outgrown that role and there isn’t anywhere else for me to put them.” (10:56) (Heather)“I love content creation. I love speaking. I really want, personally, to grow my thought leadership within the industry. And I can’t do all of those things when I’m managing every single team member.” (15:05) (Heather)“In terms of the trends, I think that we’ve seen so much consolidation. Podcasting was created to be this very open source environment and we’ve had so many large companies coming in and doing so much consolidation. There’s a lot of conversations right now about how these bigger companies - Spotify in particular - is really influencing the industry. I think that has been fairly significant. I do think it will be interesting to see how this recession/slowdown period in our economy is gonna impact that, if we see less acquisitions happen.” (25:19) (Heather)“Every medium is gonna have an audience that they reach strongly that is going to bring a certain type of customer. And, what advertisers tend to see with podcast advertising, in particular in podcast audiences, is the audiences tend to be early adopters, people who want to buy the newest thing out there. They tend to be higher income earners. They tend to be more educated. So those buyers are gonna be different." (33:42) (Heather)“We’re really doing things in a very high-touch way right now. I want to make sure that the podcasts that we’re selling are in a good place. I want to make sure that I understand the buyers. Right now it is in a very high-touch place, so I would say that on the roadmap certainly is growing to a place where it is a much more transactional platform.” (47:26) (Heather)“I would say that if there was one thing that I’ve learned in my career is...

Episode SummaryMoritz Kaminski is the co-founder of Alby, a Chrome extension that enables anyone to send Bitcoin over the Lightning Network directly from their browser. Today, Harry and Moritz discuss Podcasting2.0, the current state of cryptocurrency and what the next steps are for Alby after value for value. Moritz expounds on his passion for supporting tech ventures in business development, his research into the Bitcoin Lightning Network and what the future holds for podcasting technology.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:26 – Moritz Kaminski joins the show to discuss Bitcoin, the Podcasting 2.0 Movement, and staying on top of the world of Tech12:26 – Bitcoin and the Lightning Network, explained21:01 – The problem Moritz and his team were looking to solve when they started Alby24:56 – How brand new podcasters can benefit from Alby and value-for-value payments28:03 – Setting up your own Podcast Wallet33:12 – What the future holds for Alby and podcast technologies39:10 – The next step after value for value44:03 – Harry thanks Moritz for joining the show and lets listeners know where they can go to connect with him and learn more about AlbyTweetable Quotes“Bitcoin is a digital currency and what is interesting is that it's independent. So there are no bills to print or coins to make. It’s decentralized and there is no government or institution like a bank or any other authority that controls it. So, it’s really all up to the users of the network and how this network evolves.” (11:00) (Moritz)“If you compare gold to Bitcoin, then you have a lot of the same properties. Both have a limited supply. But the downside of gold is it’s very hard to transport. It’s very hard to validate if it’s real gold. When it comes to Bitcoin, it’s super simple to store. It’s super simple to transport and it’s very easy also to validate.” (13:54) (Moritz)“So, we started off as a Bitcoin Lightning wallet because of the reason that you said that there is no native monetization of information on the web; it’s still separated. There is Paypal on the one side and then there is the exchange of information on the other side. But they don’t go together. It’s too expensive to make these payments through the web. And that’s why we started Alby where our mission is to make these payments accessible for everyone.” (22:17) (Moritz)“We are taking big steps in terms of user experience here [at Alby] and making it easier and easier and easier for podcasters to get started.” (35:07) (Moritz)“You have to put some effort in it, but it’s very rewarding when you see the first payments come through and when you see people paying you on a permanent basis.” (45:23) (Moritz)Resources MentionedAlby – https://getalby.com/Alby Twitter – https://twitter.com/getalbyAlby Telegram – https://t.me/getAlbyAlby Github – https://github.com/getAlbyMoritz’s Twitter – https://twitter.com/moritzkaminski?lang=enMoritz’s LinkedIn – <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/moritz-kaminski-63bb2826/" rel="noopener...

Episode SummaryLaura Michelle Powers is a celebrity psychic who has been featured by Will Ferrell’s “Ron Burgundy Podcast”, Buzzfeed, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, Motherboard Magazine by Vice, and many other media outlets. She is a clairvoyant, psychic medium, writer, actress, model, producer, writer, and creative entrepreneur. Today, Harry and Laura discuss her metaphysical and spiritual awakening, the capacity to channel psychic abilities and the connection between political science and astrology.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:26 – Laura Michelle Powers joins the show to discuss her metaphysical, psychic, and spiritual awakening12:56 – Mentors, milestones and a tool to help others18:05 – Defining clairvoyant, medium, angel channeler, palm reader, and psychic21:44 – Does everyone have the capacity to channel psychic abilities?26:32 – Political science and Astrology32:43 – The different dimensions of consciousness and best practices for following your intuition37:42 – Laura’s podcasting origin story43:25 – The power of podcasting as a network-building tool47:59 – Writing screenplays and growing as an interviewer51:34 – I’m Ron Burgundy?58:44 – The Hawkins Scale of Consciousness59:53 – Laura’s multiple ongoing projects1:01:09 – Something Laura has changed her mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about her1:02:14 – Harry thanks Laura for joining the show and lets listeners know where they can go to connect with her and learn more about Healing PowersTweetable Quotes“Ever since I was little, I saw and sensed things that other people apparently did not.” (10:51) (Laura)“I just use the general term ‘psychic’ now because it’s such a broad category. It just means receiving information from the non-physical realm.” (19:06) (Laura)“It’s important not to judge. I don’t expect people to have the beliefs that I have because they don’t see the world the way that I do. They literally don’t see ghosts and spirits. They don’t see angels. And that’s ok. You believe what you believe and as long as you don’t attack me, we’re good.” (26:14) (Laura)“I remember when I shifted from my 3D awareness into more expansion and I literally felt like I was dying inside; it’s like having this ego death. It’s often very intense for people. So, if you’re going through that just know you’re not alone and you will be ok.” (35:21) (Laura)“I also saw very quickly that podcasting was being recognized as major media. When I first started it wasn’t, but it grew and it shifted.” (46:34) (Laura)“I also am a big believer in entertainment as an education tool. Sort of like ‘Edu-tainment.’ I think there’s really something to be said about joy, and laughter, and entertainment as a tool.” (56:27) (Laura)Resources MentionedLaura’s Podcasts:Healing Powers – https://www.healingpowers.net/podcastPowers Hour – https://www.powershour.biz/Behind The Scenes with Laura Powers – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/behind-the-scenes/id1177268196Laura’s LinkedIn –<a href=" https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-powers-846a005/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Episode SummaryAnna DeShawn is the Founder and CEO of E3 Radio, an online radio station playing Queer &amp; independent music in high rotation. Today, Anna joins the show to discuss the work she does as a social entrepreneur building digital media platforms that center and celebrate BIPOC &amp; QTPOC creatives. Anna shares her unique intersectional lens through which she views life and speaks to the importance of amplifying the stories of underrepresented groups and individuals who deserve to be heard.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:26 – Founder of E3 Radio and Co-Founder &amp; CEO of The Qube, Anna DeShawn joins the show to talk about her experience at Podfest, the uncertainty of entrepreneurship13:25 – Anna reflects back on what she learned throughout the global pandemic15:18 – Anna’s entrepreneurial journey and the origin story of E3 Radio26:06 – Anna discusses her coming out story and the importance she places on visibility and representation30:03 – Amplifying Black LGBTQ stories and living at the intersection of gender, race and sexual orientation35:03 – Where Anna pulls her power from and her passion for social justice42:40 – Anna discusses her early involvement in podcasting and the inspiration to start The Qube48:08 – App development, testing in market and securing sponsors1:01:18 – Something Anna has changed her mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about her1:03:57 – Harry thanks Anna for joining the show and lets listeners know where they can go to connect with her and learn more about E3 Radio and The QubeTweetable Quotes“I always felt like entrepreneurship was where I fit, because I’m not good at compromising my own morals or ethics. And, I’ve also never been great at following the lead of someone else that I don’t necessarily agree with.” (09:52) (Anna)“You have to take care of your people. Your people make it happen. Selling during Covid, there was nothing to sell. No one had a choice, right? But, the key part though is that you have to make sure that people know that they’re appreciated. You’ve gotta figure out how to scale to support the work. Yeah, you just gotta take care of your people.” (14:25) (Anna)“The three ‘E’s of E3 stand for Educate, Enlighten and Entertain.” (20:13) (Anna)“In so many ways, I do take on that responsibility of telling those stories and telling my story because there are families out here that are accepting and that will welcome you with open arms after coming out. And, I think that story isn’t told enough. And I also hold space for those who could never do that. And that’s why we do the work. That’s why visibility and representation matter, because people need to know that you can thrive.” (26:13) (Anna)“From Day One, [the mission] was always to amplify Black LGBTQ stories in Chicago and across the country. It was always meant to do that.” (30:10) (Anna)“Nothing will be right until that wrong is corrected. That’s just a fact. There’s just nothing you can do that’s going to make this country better without reconciling with indigineous people and their land and the way that it was coopted and stolen.” (40:04) (Anna)Resources MentionedAnna’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/annadeshawn/E3 Radio – https://e3radio.fm/queer-news/E3 Radio...

Episode SummaryJeremy Enns is the Founder of Podcast Marketing Academy, where he helps scrappy brands and Creators hit their podcast growth milestones with a step-by-step playbook. Through his extensive experience in audio, Jeremy understands that podcasting is one of the best ways to consistently generate leads, make sales, and elevate your profile. Today, Harry and Jeremy discuss Jeremy’s passion for writing and creating content, what separates a consistent show with a growing, successful one and the value of pursuing a niche and narrow audience.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:25 – Founder of Podcast Marketing Academy, Jeremy Enns joins the show to share his plans for moving to Portugal as well as his passion for audio, music and photography13:13 – The ‘Wildman’23:01 – Content creation, Jeremy’s podcasting origin story and overcoming Imposter Syndrome as an entrepreneur34:14 – Jeremy reflects on returning to his love of writing41:04 – How Jeremy plans and maps out his content49:17 – The decision to begin curating courses54:16 – What separates a consistent show with a growing, successful show1:03:05 – The value of going narrower and pursuing niche audiences1:13:51 – Something Jeremy has changed his mind about recently1:19:07 – Harry thanks Jeremy for joining the show and lets listeners know where they can go to connect with him and learn more about Podcast Marketing AcademyTweetable Quotes“I think I read some stat recently that per capita more Canadians listen to podcasts than Americans do now.” (09:58) (Jeremy)“It’s interesting when I look back at especially my lack of a corporate career history, I’m very aware of both the pros and cons. A lot of people I’ve talked to get conditioned where it’s very hard to go off on your own path because you’ve just worked so long in a structure. I didn’t have any of that baggage, but one of the interesting things that I’ve always thought is that everyone has some sort of Imposter Syndrome. But I don’t know that you can get to this without going through it.” (27:31) (Jeremy)“You hear a lot of people who write regularly talk about how writing really clarifies your own thinking. That, for me, was the case where I thought, ‘At this point, I don’t even care if anybody ever reads anything I write. It’s so valuable to me personally just to keep writing because it was structuring my thoughts.’” (35:37) (Jeremy)“I tend to skew to the philosophical, higher-level strategy side of things than tactical side. But, I’ve also recognized that it’s a lot harder to market and sell vague, philosophical things even if there’s value to it and people like it.” (43:56) (Jeremy)“I think a lot of times it actually comes back to how specific you are about the person that you’re actually trying to reach. Everybody, I’m sure who’s listened to hundreds of episodes of your shows, has heard before that if you create a show for everybody, it’s for nobody. We don’t want to believe that, but it’s the truth.” (55:32) (Jeremy)“For many audiences and many niches, the narrower you go, the more you can potentially charge sponsors. And, people don’t really think of it that way.” (1:05:48) (Jeremy)Resources MentionedJeremy’s Website &amp; Links – https://counterweightcreative.co/junkies/Podcast Marketing Academy – <a href="https://counterweightcreative.co/podcast-marketing-academy/" rel="noopener...

Episode SummaryChris Curran is the founder and lead instructor of Podcast Engineering School, teaching folks how to produce podcasts at the highest professional level. He also hosts The Podcast Engineering Show and The Mystic Show. Today, Harry and Chris reflect on spirituality, overcoming limiting beliefs and Chris’ expertise in the audio and recording industry.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:26 – Harry and his good friend and Founder of Podcast Engineering School, Chris Curran catch each other up on all of their latest projects, including the Vertical Farming Podcast14:09 – Politics, anarchism, and the otherworldly21:13 – Chris reflects on his spirituality and his liberating journey28:00 – Leaping beyond your limits36:32 – Chris’ most recent metamorphosis43:53 – Trends Chris has observed in the podcasting industry46:23 – Something Chris has changed his mind about recently49:40 – Harry thanks Chris for joining the show and lets listeners know where they can go to connect with himTweetable Quotes“Americans are the most ungrateful people ever, like in the history of the world.” (13:53) (Chris)“To me, as a human being, I’m more interested in the unseen, the things that you can’t see with your eyes, which is 99.9999 percent of your life is unseen. You can’t see it, but it’s there. And you know it’s there. There’s such a depth to this human experience. And to just get caught up in the day-to-day news cycle is so superficial. And again, everyone is on their journey, and all the phases of the journey are good.” (18:37) (Chris)“Our bodies are what they are. Our soul is pure; it’s part of God. So, our soul is what it is. Our body is what it is. So, the mind is the only thing that we can change, or manipulate, or massage, or improve, or regulate.” (23:09) (Chris)“If you don’t regulate your mind, what happens is your mind runs rampant. You should be the master of your mind. Your mind should not be the master of you.” (27:34) (Chris)“Here’s part of the problem. I’m a professional in the audio and recording industry. So, if I try to sing something, I can actually hear how bad it is.” (42:32) (Chris)Resources MentionedChris’ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/fractalchriscurran/Chris’ Podcasts:The Podcast Engineering School Show – https://podcastengineeringschool.com/category/show/The Mystic Show – http://themysticshow.net/host/Chris’ Book:Leap Beyond Your Limits – https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1599303426/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0Podcast Engineering School – https://podcastengineeringschool.com/Podcast Engineering School YouTube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/c/PodcastEngineeringSchoolPodcast Engineering School Instagram – <a...

Episode SummaryAuthor, speaker, podcast host and entrepreneur, Majeed Mogharreban joins the show to share his experience as an Expert Speaker. Majeed has mentored hundreds of business owners and inspired audiences across the globe with his wit, humor and directness. Today, Harry and Majeed open up about being intentional, the relational aspect of podcasting and the process of becoming.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:26 – Expert speaker Majeed Mogharreban joins the show to share how he and Harry met, intentionality and how he became a professional speaker11:22 – Having his voice heard and the power of power15:01 – A mix of cultures, Ace Ventura, and comedy improv21:23 – Majeed provides his thoughts on ‘cancel culture,’ Joe Rogan, and longform content25:30 – The relational aspect of podcasting34:13 – How Majeed has grown as a podcast host and the evolution of Majeed’s business40:14 – How Majeed’s entrepreneurial journey has changed throughout the years41:53 – The process of becoming45:09 – Something Majeed has changed his mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about him48:12 – Harry thanks Majeed for joining the show and lets listeners know where they can go to connect with himTweetable Quotes“Just make a list of the places you want to speak and reach out and ask them, ‘What do I have to do to be a speaker here?’ And, that’s such a simple concept, but it profoundly changed my approach from let me redo my logo, and let me redo my website, and let me become a best-selling author, and let me land a TED Talk to just making a list and reaching out to people and asking to speak there. And that’s what I’ve been doing ever since.” (10:55) (Majeed)“I think it’s a testament to the power of the individual’s voice and the platforms we have available to us to broadcast that one man [Joe Rogan] can be more powerful than I’m assuming many of the major networks combined.” (22:15) (Majeed)“Really what I am certain of is the fact that each person that I’ve interviewed has a deeper relationship. I’m gonna interview someone or speak to someone’s group, that’s the beginning of a lifelong partnership, ideally. I’m connecting to their world and their community forever, from this point forward.” (31:58) (Majeed)“When I wanted to be a motivational speaker, I thought, ‘How do I figure out how to get paid speaking engagements? And then I discovered that I was getting clients by accident. These were people who were seeing my speech and coming up to me afterwards and asking me questions like, ‘Can I hire you to do a project? Can I hire you to train my team? Can I hire you to be my coach? And so, I discovered that speaking is actually a great marketing platform.” (36:50) (Majeed)Resources MentionedMajeed’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/majeedmogharreban/?originalSubdomain=caMajeed’s Book – https://majeed-mogharreban.mykajabi.com/expert-speaker-ebookExpertSpeaker – https://www.expertspeaker.com/Expert Speaker Podcast – <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/expert-speaker-podcast/id1457732846" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Episode SummaryAuthor, speaker, podcast strategist and Founder of Podcasting4Association, Mike McAllen joins the show to discuss life growing up in California, his eclectic background outside of podcasting and how he got involved in working with Associations. Mike is on a mission to create the future of membership-based successful podcasts that get attention and build revenue. Today, Harry and Mike open up about their shared experiences with trauma and loss, Mike’s time spent as a firefighter and the power of being of service to others.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:38 – Mike McAllen joins the show to discuss the trials and triumphs of podcasting and the work he did at the Graduate School of Journalism at UC Berkeley23:57 – Life growing up in California and Mike’s fondest memory of being a firefighter32:35 – What makes Mike so unique36:28 – Advice for those looking to start an Association40:06 – How Mike got involved in Podcasting4Associations44:03 – Spirituality and coping with the trauma of loss48:15 – Mike recalls the story of someone breaking into his garage51:46 – The power of being of service to others52:51 – Something Mike has changed his mind about recently and where listeners can go to connect with MikeTweetable Quotes“And I think it helped me in general about working with teams because everybody has their job and everybody knows what they’re supposed to do. Everything is teamwork and it’s really fun. It’s such a great job if there’s any young people out there. Get a job as a firefighter. (29:57) (Mike)“When I started the podcast meetups here, I just wanted to meet the other people and have that tribe.” (33:10) (Mike)“I found that I really liked working with Associations more than Corporate stuff. People in Associations are really nice and they usually have small teams. So it worked out nicely. That’s how I got into it.” (40:28) (Mike)“Podcasting is so fantastic because it’s people. You’re a fly on the wall and you are listening to a conversation. Someone right now is walking down the road listening to this. It’s just important, the real human element. And it’s nice to get away from all the craziness in the world that we’re living in right now.” (47:57) (Mike)“Happiness is when you’re serving other people. I wish I had learned that much earlier.” (52:17) (Mike)Resources MentionedMike’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemcallen/Podcasting4Associations – https://podcasting4associations.com/Mike’s Email – [email protected]’s Twitter – https://twitter.com/mmcallenPodcast Junkies Website: podcastjunkies.comPodcast Junkies YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Podcastjunkies/Podcast Junkies Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastjunkiesjunkies/Podcast Junkies Facebook: <a

Episode SummaryFounder &amp; CEO of YogaHealer &amp; Yoga Health Coaching, Cate Stillman joins the show to discuss her work as an innovative Ayurvedic practitioner, yoga teacher and health coach. Cate is the author of four books, including Body Thrive and Master Of You. Today, Harry and Cate engage in a rich dialogue on digital content marketing, positive stressor habits and what it means to be living on purpose. Cate expounds on her work guiding people to live their unique greater purpose, how she’s grown as a podcaster and one of her most exciting focuses currently, urine therapy.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:33 – Cate Stillman joins the show to discuss Digital Content Marketing, her podcast origin story and her passion for yoga15:23 – How Ayurvedic wisdom and yoga teachings transformed Cate’s life20:19 – Big awakenings and the problem with conventional culture29:20 – Problematic messaging surrounding Covid and tips for reducing inflammation38:36 – Intermittent fasting44:13 – Other positive stressor habits to form48:34 – How Cate has grown as a podcast host and interviewer53:12 – Evergreen content &amp; Cate’s books1:03:15 – Harry and Cate discuss rebranding1:07:22 – Something Cate has changed her mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about her1:11:09 – Harry thanks Cate for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with herTweetable Quotes“So, in the East, that responsibility is on you. You’re the Divine. You are in the seat of the Creator. What are you gonna do with it? And, because you are the Creator, who you are is intrinsically evolution. So you are the whole and you are separate.” (16:39) (Cate)“If we actually look at the habits of modern culture - or what I call conventional culture - the habits of conventional culture leads to chronic inflammation which leads to chronic disease which is the number one killer worldwide.” (24:48) (Cate)“The people who are already turned on got more turned on. There are a few people who are getting turned on who got more turned on. The problem was that the narrative in the media globally was the message that you’re the victim of a virus, which is largely known as Germ Theory.” (30:39) (Cate)“These habits that re-wild us are the ones that really turn on our physiology and our neuroplasticity. They’re called positive stressor habits. Not all stress is the same. Some stress is when you do the hard thing and that hard thing makes you smarter and more able to do hard things in your life, which really changes the outlook of your future.” (44:39) (Cate)“Urine therapy goes way back. The Buddha talked about it. It’s in the three main ancient Ayurvedic texts from about 2,000 years ago. It’s one of those things that once you’re in the know and you get it, you see the entire world differently.” (1:08:30) (Cate)Resources MentionedYoga Healer Website – https://yogahealer.com/Cate’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/cate-stillman/Cate’s Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/yogahealer/Cate’s Instagram – <a href="https://www.instagram.com/yogahealer/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Episode SummaryAward-winning storyteller, PR influencer and podcast host, Donna Loughlin, joins the show to talk about the insatiable need for human-to-human connection, manifesting what you want in life, and her desire to tell stories that aren’t being told through her podcast, Before It Happened. Today, Harry and Donna discuss a wide variety of topics ranging from her experiences flying planes and driving race cars to her journalism career to the fascinating conversations she’s been able to have with guests on her podcast.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:42 – Donna Loughlin joins the show to discuss her innate sense of adventure and her love of flying planes and racing cars14:04 – Donna’s experience at the Skip Barber Racing School and the power of constant stream of learning24:17 – Launching a business and starting a family simultaneously and the impact the war between Russia and Ukraine has had on Donna’s family30:36 – Donna recalls fearing for her life as a journalist36:07 – Donna reflects on some of the intriguing conversations she’s had on her podcast, Before It Happened41:49 – How Donna has grown as a podcast host and interviewer50:57 – Something Donna has changed her mind about recently51:53 – Harry thanks Donna for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with herTweetable Quotes“I love slow cooking, but I love fast cars and fast planes.” (12:58) (Donna)“Constant stream of learning is what I think digital content is about.” (18:38) (Donna)“War is not only bad for people. It’s bad for the earth. It’s bad for the planet. It’s bad for sustainability. It’s bad for economics.” (29:38) (Donna)“I think finding the next big thing, I think that’s part of the discovery process. I’m fascinated by and read and watch a lot of things related to science and space.” (39:40) (Donna)“I typically look for people that are agents of change and doing something that is really facilitating change. But sometimes you just have such a good story that you just gotta slot it in there.” (47:11) (Donna)Resources MentionedDonna’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnal2/LMGPR – https://www.lmgpr.com/Donna’s Podcast:Before It Happened – https://www.beforeithappened.com/Before It Happened Twitter – https://twitter.com/theBIHpodcastBefore It Happened Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/beforeithappenedshow/Before It Happened Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/beforeithappenedBarbarella IMDB – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0062711/Podcast Junkies Website: podcastjunkies.comPodcast Junkies YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/Podcastjunkies/" rel="noopener...

Episode SummaryAward-winning radio presenter and Host of Podland News, Sam Sethi, joins the show to discuss the numerous entrepreneurial projects he’s worked on throughout his career, including the work he’s currently doing at River Radio. Today, Harry and Sam share in an engaging dialogue focusing on Sam’s tech journey, his transition to angel investing and other entrepreneurial pursuits, and the overall direction of the podcasting industry.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:42 – Entrepreneur Sam Sethi joins the show to discuss the inspiration behind launching TechCrunch Europe and his natural curiosity11:53 – The self-deprecating, sarcastic and thirsty Brits17:55 – Sam’s fondest memory of early tech21:42 – From Netscape to Microstrategy and Sam’s experience with Michael Saylor26:23 – Transitioning to angel investing and other entrepreneurial projects34:08 – The origin story of River Radio38:05 – What keeps Sam driven and motivated42:49 – The Wine Keller and Viral Tribe49:24 – Sam provides his thoughts on the overall health and future of the podcasting industry54:27 – The most misunderstood thing about Sam and something he’s changed his mind about recently58:58 – Harry thanks Sam for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with himTweetable Quotes“I think British people are very sarcastic as well. That’s one thing the Americans can quite get from us unless they’ve been in the company of Brits for a while. So, we have three traits. We are self-deprecating, sarcastic and we drink like a fish.” (12:10) (Sam)“The businesses I did after came about by chance. I sold a business to Topshop, which is a female clothing retailer aimed at teenagers in the UK. It came out of my daughter's need to find cheap clothing from her budget that we gave her. She was trying to maximize her budget and I thought, ‘I can write a real-time pricing tracker for her.’ So, I did. And out of that came another business.” (32:39) (Sam)“We’re not a music radio station. We’re more of a talk radio station. We have shows on wine, parenting, books. So, we don’t expect someone to listen seven to seven. They dip in and dip out. It means we can build communities and tribes within each show.” (39:05) (Sam)“I get bored quickly. Three years is probably the limit of my interest in something. If it’s not continuously moving forward, if it stagnates after two or three years, I’ll move on.” (41:32) (Sam)“I think PR companies and brand agencies are beginning to wake up to the potential reach and the vertical communities that are being created around podcasts.” (51:04) (Sam)Resources MentionedSam’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/samsethi?originalSubdomain=ukSam’s Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/samtalkstechnology/?hl=enSam’s Twitter – https://twitter.com/samsethi?lang=enWine Keller – https://www.winekeller.com/TechCrunch Europe – https://techcrunch.com/europe/River Radio –...

Episode SummaryChris Martinez, Founder of DUDE Agency and host of the Operation Agency Freedom podcast, joins the show to discuss the work his agency does in web development and design and funnel building and his affinity for Mexican wrestling. Today, Chris and Harry talk about Chris’ entrepreneurial journey, finding hidden gem talent in a remote work setting, and the importance of embracing connection and telling the whole story.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:26 – Entrepreneur and podcaster, Chris Martinez, joins the show to discuss his passion for Mexican wrestling and what inspired him to launch DUDE Agency14:44 – The desire to become an entrepreneur and the conflicting feelings that ensued18:23 – The origin story of DUDE Agency and lessons learned from launching an agency22:16 – Mentors who have provided sound leadership to Chris, unique selling propositions and what DUDE Agency specializes in26:25 – Chris’ podcasting origin story33:02 – Rethinking remote work and finding hidden gems of talent in unexpected places41:48 – Chris’ growth as a podcast host and the importance of connection50:00 – Something Chris has changed his mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about him53:53 – Harry thanks Chris for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with him and learn more about DUDE AgencyTweetable Quotes“It actually took a while to embrace the idea of calling myself an entrepreneur. I kinda remember being afraid of telling people that. For some reason there was an intimidation with that role.” (17:51) (Chris)“I think that we are going through an evolution in the Agency space. Leadership is so important. You have to learn how to lead a team otherwise you won’t survive this latest evolution.” (21:58) (Chris)“‘D’ stands for ‘Dream Team.’ ‘U’ stands for ‘Unstick Your Processes.’ ‘D’ stands for ‘Discover and Develop.’ And then ‘E’ stands for ‘Earn and Exit.’” (26:03) (Chris)“This is one thing that’s interesting about agency people is we will always find a new way to leverage technology to find our ideal clients.” (31:36) (Chris)“What COVID did for us in a good way is we said, ‘Ok, we’re all remote anyways. Instead of just trying to hire people in Tijuana, Mexico, let’s see if we can find people in other parts of the country.’ And so, then our team really started to expand.” (34:22) (Chris)“I think, from a hosting perspective, I really try to shift the interviews to finding something unique that this person can say. And I also only want to have people that I align with in terms of values on the show now.” (42:02) (Chris)Resources MentionedChris’ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrismartinez13/Chris’ Website – https://dudeagency.io/DUDE Agency LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/dude-agency/DUDE Agency Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/dudeagency.io/?hl=enDUDE Agency Facebook – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dudeagency/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Episode SummaryLindsay Tjepkema is the CEO and co-founder of Casted, the first Amplified Marketing Platform and the only audio and video podcast solution designed for enterprise marketers. Today, Lindsay and Harry touch on adapting business practices in the midst of a pandemic, how to create compelling content, and what it means to provide value and enhance the podcasting industry for B2B marketers. Lindsay shouts out mentors who have helped shape her career arc and what Casted looks for in prospective clients.&nbsp;&nbsp;Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:26 – Lindsay Tjepkema, CEO and co-founder of Casted, joins the show to discuss her passion for marketing, running her own company, and her podcast origin story&nbsp;11:10 – Learning how to create compelling content and the inspiration to launch Casted&nbsp;16:02 – Providing value and enhancing the podcasting industry for B2B marketers and building a stellar team&nbsp;24:01 – The workflow of Casted, distribution of content and tracking URLs&nbsp;34:37 – How Lindsay helps podcasters expand the conversation outside of the episode&nbsp;36:41 – Lindsay’s growth as a podcast host and mentors who have impacted her career trajectory&nbsp;44:34 – Adjusting to business life during a pandemic and fostering an empathetic and understanding culture&nbsp;48:44 – Something Lindsay has changed her mind about recently and what excites her most about the future of podcasting&nbsp;52:15 – Casted’s ideal prospective client&nbsp;52:48 – Harry thanks Lindsay for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with her and learn more about Casted&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes“I’m not constantly tinkering. I don’t have a thousand business ideas. I have lived experience. And I lived as a B2B marketer for fifteen years. I’ve seen it from every angle. I’ve seen things go well and things not go well. I’ve seen the shiny new objects, the new platforms and the new channels. The one thing that’s always been true to me is human connection. So it was that that innately told me that podcasting and video are good.” (14:17) (Lindsay)&nbsp;“We integrate with different CRMs, different CMS, with different marketing automation platforms with the B2B marketer in mind. Where are they working now? Where are their teams working? What are they already using that we need to flow into, pull from, push to to make their lives easier and help them get maximum value out of the creative work they’re doing?” (26:30) (Lindsay)&nbsp;“You need to slow down in order to generate better results. You need to focus on creating really great content, which is probably going to come at the cost of quantity. Better quality, even if it comes at the cost of quantity, can make it really good. But then that’s where this approach of amplification comes into play. Take the time to get really intentional about creating something meaningful.” (28:41) (Lindsay)&nbsp;“It’s not just about the show, it’s about what was said. It’s about everything in it. It’s about the content that’s there. And then, that’s where you get to get really creative as a marketer around what else am I gonna do with it. How am I gonna use it in lots of different ways to build those connections?” (36:09) (Lindsay)&nbsp;“One thing that I’ve been advocating for and that we at Casted have been advocating for is that podcasting should be the center [of your marketing strategy]. Your podcast should be the middle and your audio and video content should be the nucleus of everything else you’re doing and we’re starting to see that.” (51:56)...

Episode SummaryMathew Passy is a professional podcast consultant. Actually, he’s The Podcast Consultant who helps brands, small businesses and individuals use podcasts and podcast advertising to connect with smart and engaged audiences. Today, Mathew and Harry engage in a dialogue about Mathew’s background in audio and why there’s still a major competition between the radio and podcasting industries. They talk about cryptocurrency and the decentralization of finance, the corporatization of podcasts, and the work Mathew is doing in localized content.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:32 – Mathew Passy joins the show to discuss everything from vertical farming and Covid-19, to Joe Rogan and selling sponsorships before launch19:41 – Mathew’s podcast origin story and how he went from a Production Associate at The Wall Street Journal to a podcast consultant32:01 – The rich history of radio and why the industry still clashes with podcasts37:19 – Mathew recalls the most memorable moments of his time working in radio40:30 – Cryptocurrency, NFTs and decentralization of finance43:23 – Discovering the podcasting community49:32 – Corporatization of podcasts and how to keep that niche feeling52:47 – The work Mathew is doing in localized content56:30 – Something Mathew has changed his mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about him59:00 – Harry thanks Mathew for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with him and learn more about The Podcast ConsultantTweetable Quotes“So many people that I talk to in this space ask, ‘How many episodes do I need before I can approach a sponsor?’ None. It’s hard. You have to know what you’re doing. You have to know people. You have to have relationships. People have to trust you. But there’s no minimum for selling an ad. You just have to be smart, savvy, committed and confident.” (18:06) (Mathew)“I always found podcasting interesting because it’s basically the same thing [as radio] but without the restrictions of Broadcasting, and the FCC, and time limits, and all that nonsense.” (26:43) (Mathew)“The problem is people in radio think that radio is the end all be all, the same way that people in broadcast television think that broadcast television is the end all be all. And what they don’t understand is that it’s not about the technology or the delivery system.” (35:06) (Mathew)“I’m a big fan of the idea of localized content. I think that is a space that needs deep exploration.” (52:50) (Mathew)Resources MentionedPodcast Junkies Website: podcastjunkies.comPodcast Junkies YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Podcastjunkies/Podcast Junkies Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastjunkiesjunkies/Podcast Junkies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podcastjunkiesPodcast Junkies Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcast_junkiesPodcast Junkies LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/podcastjunkiesThe Podosphere: <a...

Episode SummaryBrenden Mulligan is an entrepreneur who cut his teeth in the music industry before going on to become co-founder of startups such as Onesheet, Cluster Labs, LaunchKit, Elevate, and PodPage, to name a few. Brenden shares these experiences on today’s episode and speaks to his passion for problem-solving and building products that customers love. Brenden and Harry discuss Brenden’s time at Google, what he has learned from multiple startup exits, and the current trajectory and state of the podcast industry.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:32 – Brenden Mulligan shares his experience in the ‘traditional’ music industry and what inspired him to make a career shift to tech13:37 – Building the dashboard, Artist Data20:01 – An entrepreneurial mindset and launching multiple products24:38 – Life at Google, Frontline Foods and Elevate29:24 – The origin of PodPage and the most interesting thing Brenden has learned from the podcast industry38:58 – The importance of SEO (Search Optimization Engine)46:01 – Value for value49:10 – Brenden speaks to the results of ramping up his marketing efforts55:29 – Something Brenden has changed his mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about him57:12 – Harry thanks Brenden for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with him and learn more about PodPageTweetable Quotes“What I started hearing and seeing and experiencing was, as the digital music world was growing, how hard it was for musicians to interact with it. And so, I ended up leaving the traditional music industry to build software tools for musicians.” (08:07) (Brenden)“I would be speaking at these music conferences and the drum that we would beat was, ‘Direct connection with your listeners. Do not go through platforms as your only way of reaching them.’ Okay, what’s the best way to do direct connection? Email us, put it on your website. How do I build a website? And so I ended up building OneSheet, which was a turnkey website builder for musicians.” (21:19) (Brenden)“I launched, I think, twelve companies, and all of them failed, except PodPage. Most of them didn’t even have a shot to succeed. I just gave myself the total flexibility to just have fun building again and get that muscle back. And I also helped other startups just as a fun way of networking and getting back in the startup world.” (29:03) (Brenden)“In my opinion, Spotify is the only player in the entire podcasting space that are trying to break what’s special about podcasts. Spotify is actively trying to get you to not allow other people to listen unless you listen on Spotify.” (44:05) (Brenden)“The way that we typically work is we try as hard as possible to use third-party tools that are solving a problem really well. I really want to focus on just building the best website. That’s it.” (47:31) (Brenden)“Organic growth and podcasters selling podcasters is by far our best source of new customers.” (53:12) (Brenden)Resources MentionedPodcast Junkies Website: podcastjunkies.comPodcast Junkies YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Podcastjunkies/Podcast Junkies Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastjunkiesjunkies/Podcast...

Episode SummaryDave Jones is the co-host of Podcasting 2.0 and co-founder (along with Adam Curry) of PodcastIndex.org, a podcast indexing service that empowers podcasters, app creators, developers and listeners to engage in value for value exchanges.Dave has an extensive background in systems administration and building software. Today, Dave and Harry discuss the origin story of PodcastIndex.org, the role that cryptocurrency plays, and the reason he and Adam Curry designed it as a decentralized service. Dave expounds on the importance of podcasters requesting a value exchange from their listeners and explains why the progression of technology has come at a major price.&nbsp;&nbsp;Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways04:19 – Dave Jones joins the podcast to discuss his background as a developer and podcaster&nbsp;18:28 – Dave recalls where his fascination with technology came from&nbsp;22:35 – Understanding Programming&nbsp;29:40 – Assembly language, explained&nbsp;&nbsp;35:45 – The origin story of PodcastIndex.org&nbsp;45:31 – Designing a decentralized service&nbsp;57:16 – Value for Value exchanges&nbsp;59:06 – Harry takes a moment to ask any listeners who have gotten value out of this show to return some value&nbsp;1:00:01 – What excites Dave most about the future&nbsp;1:05:55 – Something Dave has changed his mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about him&nbsp;1:12:52 – Harry thanks Dave for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with him and learn more about Podcast Index&nbsp;&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes“I think, as a general rule, people typically know if they love Programming by the time they’re about twenty, at the most.” (23:04) (Dave)&nbsp;“The biggest hurdle to overcome with podcast apps, and writing one, is that you have to potentially monitor and request data from millions of feeds. So, you have to be constantly tracking what is going on with these millions of feeds and it’s not an easy process.” (37:23) (Dave)&nbsp;“We need to have a hand in creating an alternative so that podcast app developers don’t have to spend so much time and hundreds of dollars to get up and running.” (42:47) (Dave)&nbsp;“That’s a real concern in the world today. There’s real free flow of information being cut off from despot regimes. So, it’s not just about, ‘Can Dave get his latest episode of Podcast Junkies?’ It’s about, ‘Can somebody who is living under a terrible regime somewhere in the world get access to truthful news that they may not otherwise be able to get to.” (49:44) (Dave)&nbsp;“If the host doesn’t tell the listener at the end, ‘Hey, if you got any value out of this, can you please return me some value?’ If you don’t take that extra step, it doesn’t matter what your payment platform is, you’re not gonna be successful.” (58:26) (Dave)&nbsp;“I think the power to change our mind is one of the things that makes us human. It may be one of the most defining characteristics of being human, is the ability to change your mind about something. And if you don’t, I feel like you’re not living up to full human potential.” (1:06:07) (Dave)&nbsp;“The progression of technology is not really progress. In a lot of ways, that progress also brings a drawback. For every benefit, there has been a resultant negative. I think that we’re in a Catch-22 as a society where we are having to actively sacrifice things on the altar of technological advancement. And I don’t think that it’s a net positive.” (1:12:17)...

Episode SummaryFounder of Spotlight Podcasting, Jonathan Baille Strong, joins the show to share his experience with the intricacies of launching a podcast, growing as an interviewer and formatting podcasts so that they are guest friendly. Jonathan is also the host of two shows, Podcasting for Consultants and Leaders of Consulting. Today, Harry and Jonathan talk about the work Jonathan and his team are doing at Spotlight Podcasting to deliver full-service production solutions to ensure that their clients’ podcasts align with their business goals. Harry and Jonathan geek out over podcast tech, tools and the latest news around the industry. Finally, Jonathan shares why he believes gifs are a great branding tool as well as some of the unique projects he’s working on currently.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:39 – Founder of Spotlight Podcasting, Jonathan Baillie Strong who shares his background growing up in Europe and his podcasting journey18:28 – Jonathan talks about what inspired him to launch his own podcast and the work Jonathan did with Startup Institute24:08 – An extensive background in consulting28:54 – The truth about entrepreneurship35:47 – Spotlight Podcasting’s origin story38:58 – Harry and Jonathan dissect an interesting inquiry on gratitude47:54 – Make Noise52:43 – Figma templates for podcast artwork56:18 – Jonathan’s fascination with gifsTweetable Quotes“[Startup Institute] wasn’t necessarily about building companies up. It was more about helping individuals tap into the start-up ecosystem.” (22:12) (Jonathan)“I think there are always pros and cons of going into any entrepreneurial endeavor. It just took me a while to weigh those and figure out the way. I think I was a bit short-sided at first.” (30:54) (Jonathan)“Even as an interviewer - I’m not an extremely experienced interviewer - and I just find it better for myself, and often the guest, to have a set structure of questions to fall back on. I know it does sometimes come across as formulaic, but I just find that it’s easier for the guest to prepare and it gives you license to diverge sometimes. It depends on the preference of the guest.” (47:02) (Jonathan)Resources MentionedPodcast Junkies Website: podcastjunkies.comPodcast Junkies YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Podcastjunkies/Podcast Junkies Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastjunkiesjunkies/Podcast Junkies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podcastjunkiesPodcast Junkies Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcast_junkiesPodcast Junkies LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/podcastjunkiesThe Podosphere: https://www.thepodosphere.com/Podcast Index, Value4Value &amp; NewPodcastApps: https://podcastindex.org/Jonathan’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonbstrong/Jonathan’s Website – <a href="https://jonbstrong.com/" rel="noopener...

Episode SummaryAustin Petersmith is the Founder and CEO of Racket, an organization that provides the easiest way to tell audio stories and connect with people who want to hear them. Austin joins today’s episode to share his experience as an online community builder. Austin and his team at Racket amplify voices in the audio industry so that those who want to have their stories told can have that opportunity. Today, Austin and Harry talk about podcast monetization, the incredible progress that has been made in podcasting technology and what inspired Austin to make the jump from journalism to entrepreneurship. Austin speaks to the challenges he’s faced as a creator and why he feels so passionately about the work he does.Episode SponsorFullCast –&nbsp;https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:30 – Founder and CEO of Racket.com, Austin Petersmith joins the show to share his background as an online community builder and how he’s focused this skill on helping the podcasting community13:42 – Austin reflects on what inspired him to launch Capiche20:57 – Making the shift from journalism to entrepreneurship22:23 – Racket’s origin story32:20 – Amplifying voices who want their stories told39:05 – Austin speaks to the work he’s doing with Podcash and other trends he’s noticed in the podcasting industry50:30 – Something Austin has changed his mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about him53:56 – Harry thanks Austin for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with him and learn more about RacketTweetable Quotes“Email allows you to build a direct relationship with an audience. And that’s what makes email newsletters a really powerful thing. A person subscribes to your newsletter and you have that direct relationship that’s not at the whim of Facebook or any other platform that can sit between you and your audience.” (10:16) (Austin)“Community and user generated content are things that have always inspired me. If you can provide the tools to help someone put some sort of thought from their brain out onto the Internet where another person can get value from it, that’s just a magical thing.” (16:13) (Austin)“The more I learned, the more I realized that something is broken here for sure. Because so many people have something to say and this medium [podcasting] is working for so few of them.” (26:05) (Austin)“What we see as a problem is that the number of people that are publishing their voice online today is way smaller than the number of people who are interested in publishing their voice online. And that’s what we want to solve.” (32:20) (Austin)“As we look at ways to help the creators on Racket monetize, I’m really interested in how we can decentralize that portion.” (49:50) (Austin)Resources MentionedPodcast Junkies Website: podcastjunkies.comPodcast Junkies YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Podcastjunkies/Podcast Junkies Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastjunkiesjunkies/Podcast Junkies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podcastjunkiesPodcast Junkies Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcast_junkiesPodcast Junkies LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/podcastjunkies" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Episode Summary:Founder and CEO of Ossa Collective, Marla Isackson, joins the show to discuss the incredible work she’s doing to elevate and amplify women’s voices worldwide. Marla is also the host of The Mind Of A Mentor podcast, the show that features topical conversations and vital advice for podcasters about podcasting.Today, Harry and Marla engage in a rich discussion about Marla’s extensive business background, Marla’s passion for raising women up and what inspired her to launch Ossa Collective. Marla expounds on her process for identifying and hiring a passionate world-class team as well as her thoughts on the virtual shift that has occurred in the workplace. They talk about what led Marla to podcasting and what she loves most about the incredibly supportive podcast community. Finally, Marla shares her future goals for Ossa, explains how she came up with the name Ossa and makes a unique ask of the audience.Episode Sponsors:Focusrite – http://pcjk.es/focusriteFullCast – https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways:06:30 – Founder and CEO, Marla Isackson joins the show to share her eclectic background in business and the decision to launch the world’s first women-focused podcast advertising network 20:37 – How Marla has grown and improved as a podcast host and what goes into her research process 26:29 – Ossa Collective’s origin story 35:02 – Building a passionate, world-class team 38:19 – Working remotely vs. in-person 43:22 – A warm and supportive podcast community 45:52 – Ossa’s roadmap to world domination 50:04 – Marla’s ask of the audience52:07 – The inspiration behind the name ‘Ossa’ 53:02 – Something Marla has changed her mind about recently and 56:01 – Harry thanks Marla for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with her and learn more about Ossa CollectiveTweetable Quotes:“I really focused on why I was doing it, which was to hear the stories of heroes - amazing women who have had fabulous lives and to talk to them about their experiences with mentorship. I met some very cool women doing this. The conversations were incredible and very emotional.” (16:33) (Marla)“And I thought about it and realized that podcasting is a natural medium for women. We like to have conversations and we’re really good at it.” (28:08) (Marla)“We’re looking to partner with companies that are focused on elevating the voices of women in their companies. And I think that there is definitely a lot of opportunity to go beyond the podcasting industry.” (32:35) (Marla)“The podcast people are the nicest and incredibly collaborative. Yes, everyone says this, but it’s the truth. We all want to help each other. And, I’m not gonna succeed by putting someone else down. I’m gonna succeed when someone else succeeds, and vice versa.” (43:51) (Marla)“The people who listen to these podcasts are devoted. It’s a niche audience, but they are so devoted to their host. So when a host recommends a product, you better believe that ask will convert. So, I guess my ask would be, ‘Don’t discount us. Count us in. We are growing. We have a lot of powerful women in our network and we’d like to talk to you. And we want to make this mutually beneficial and I think we can.” (51:19) (Marla)Links Mentioned:FullCast Website – https://fullcast.co/Podcast Junkies Junkies Facebook Group –<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastjunkiesjunkies/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Episode Summary:Husband and wife team Garret and Sabrina are the dinosaur enthusiasts behind I Know Dino, the big dinosaur podcast that covers news, interviews, and discussions about dinosaurs. They love dinosaurs so much that they even had a dinosaur themed wedding! They love connecting with fellow dinosaur enthusiasts, and encourage others to reach out to them via their multiple channels.Today, Garret and Sabrina engage in a conversation with Harry about their passion for dinosaurs, the lost art of research and the amazing and thoughtful community they’ve built through the I Know Dino podcast. Garret and Sabrina share their thoughts on dinosaur culture and how they’re showcased in television and film. They discuss how they approach sponsorships, why they chose to set up a Patreon account and their plans for the future of their show.Episode Sponsors:Focusrite – http://pcjk.es/focusriteFullCast – https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways:06:16 – Husband and wife duo, Garret and Sabrina join the show to discuss podcast discoverability, their passion for dinosaurs and the balance required to work together 16:00 – The inspiration to launch I Know Dino and the most memorable interview Garret and Sabrina conducted 19:48 – Richard Owen, the dinosaur godfather 22:47 – The amount of research that goes into each interview 26:06 – Positive feedback from dinosaur enthusiasts 29:23 – The lost art of research 32:30 – Engaging with sponsors and setting up Patreon 36:50 – A community unlike any other 39:42 – Upcoming projects on the horizon for I Know Dino 43:38 – Dinosaurs in film and television 45:38 – Why more dinosaurs are being discovered now than ever before 49:28 – Plans for the podcast in 202253:06 – The Indiana Jones of paleontology and the possibility of bringing dinosaurs back to life 56:34 – Harry thanks Garret and Sabrina for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with themTweetable Quotes:“We’ve also talked to a few people who have worked on the Jurassic Park and Jurassic World movies, which is very interesting. And, after doing this for seven years, we have found a way to connect dinosaurs to any conversation.” (19:03) (Sabrina)“It doesn’t take much research to find that a T-Rex was probably a predator. It doesn’t have the types of adaptations you’d expect to see in a scavenger. It has tons of adaptations you’d expect to see in a predator. Other times, you do have to dig a little bit deeper when you’re looking for a question that isn’t as popular as T-Rex.” (31:46) (Garret)“For sponsors, that one was a lightbulb moment when we were talking to a friend who knew much more about marketing than us at the time. And we were planning on going on a road trip where there’s a lot of dinosaur museums. And she said, ‘Why don’t you ask the museums if they want to sponsor you?’” (32:57) (Sabrina)“The community is definitely both of our favorite parts. It’s the most rewarding. Some days it feels harder to get the show out and then you login to Discord or you read some of the messages people have sent and you think, ‘Yes, this is why we’re doing it. I’m ready to go.’” (37:06) (Sabrina)“I think it’s a combination of things. You’ve got more people who want to be paleontologists because of movies like Jurassic Park. But also the technology has gotten better. It’s not that easy to find a fossil but we have better tools now to excavate and prepare it and study them.” (46:01) (Sabrina)Links Mentioned:FullCast Website –<a href="https://fullcast.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Episode Summary:Singer-songwriter and self-described modern-day troubadour, Jack Stafford joins the show to share his passion for creating good songs for good causes. Jack is the host of Podsongs, a unique podcast where musicians interview inspirational people, in service to others, as inspiration for brand new songs. Today, Harry and Jack share in a rich discussion about spirituality, the motivation behind creation and the importance of preserving knowledge for future generations. Jack shares his musical background and why the COVID lockdowns led him unexpectedly to podcasting. Now Jack is on a new mission entirely as he discusses his future endeavors and what he hopes to achieve through podcasting.Episode Sponsors:Focusrite – http://pcjk.es/focusriteFullCast – https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways:06:28 – Jack Stafford talks about his passion for making music, his background as a songwriter and music producer and what inspired him to launch Podsongs 15:56 – From musician to copywriter 19:10 – Preserving knowledge across generations 24:16 – Prep work and research that goes into each interview 32:32 – The motivation of creation 35:26 – The Aetherius Society and Jack’s spiritual journey 43:57 – What’s next for Jack and his podcast 52:24 – Harry thanks Jack for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with himTweetable Quotes:“Over the past year, the most rewarding interviews have been the ones not when someone’s written a book, but when they’ve done it for a good cause like air quality or air pollution, something to save the planet or humanity.” (14:00) (Jack)“It goes back to the copywriting background where you get this brief which is this very complicated, boring document and you’re supposed to pull out the benefits from the features. So, when I interviewed a sleep doctor, he talked about how there are these different chronotypes and we’re all a different chronotype and you can sleep based on your type of biorhythm. So, if I put that in a song, more people will hear about it and more people will study his book.” (19:55) (Jack)“Ignorance is the only crime on the Earth. And if we can solve this, all the other problems will be solved.” (34:55) (Jack)“It will have this trickle-down effect because most people listening to this will just roll their eyes, but because we’re in this reincarnation cycle where, along the other realms, the membership is much higher. So, when you’re born back on this realm, there are some people that it will take just one word to connect.” (47:34) (Jack)Links Mentioned:FullCast Website – https://fullcast.co/Podcast Junkies Junkies Facebook Group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastjunkiesjunkies/Link to Podfest Expo Virtual Summit – https://podfestexpo.com/Link to The Podosphere - https://www.thepodosphere.com/Link to Aetherius Society - https://www.aetherius.org/Link to Descript - https://www.descript.com/Jack’s Website - <a...

Episode Summary:Harry welcomes to the show co-founder of Motion, Tristan Pelligrino. Through his work, Tristan and the team at Motion helps small marketing teams at B2B technology companies launch a branded podcast in less than 21 days. Tristan is also the co-host of The Recorded Content podcast, a show for small, scrappy marketing teams who are looking to launch &amp; grow a successful B2B podcast.Today, Harry and Tristan discuss the challenges of launching, running and growing a podcast. Tristan shares his experiences in content creation and why podcasting is more than just an audio channel. Harry and Tristan talk about the collaborative nature of the podcasting industry and the most unique and niche podcast topics they’ve come across throughout their individual podcast journeys. Finally, Tristan speculates on the future of the industry and what he anticipates in the coming years.Episode Sponsors:Focusrite – http://pcjk.es/focusriteFullCast – https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways:06:28 – Harry and Tristan talks about his initial career dream and his journey to founding his own company12:24 – The moment podcasting came on Tristan’s radar and what Motion does16:10 – Getting connected with SquadCast20:32 – A uniquely collaborative and open community and the future of the podcast industry30:10 – Harry and Tristan talk about the most unique and niche podcasting topics they’ve come across in their careers44:12 – Podcast discovery49:26 – Something Tristan has changed his mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about him59:15 – Harry thanks Tristan for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with himTweetable Quotes:“When people say the word, ‘podcast,’ they traditionally think of the audio form. Podcast is more than an audio channel. It’s more than just putting up an audio file, an mp3 file. We view it a bit differently where it’s more of a communication platform where you get video content, audio and written content all from that same genuine conversation.” (14:23) (Tristan)“The podcast community is unique in that everyone is so collaborative. I came up in the video production industry and I would say that there’s a lot of similarities there because it takes a village to put a video together. If you’re not able to work with a lot of people, it’s very difficult to get to the finish line.” (21:18) (Tristan)“The beauty of podcasting is that you’re just never done. There’s always opportunities to test new things. There are always ways to ask different questions and different ways to assemble your podcast.” (24:36) (Tristan)“For me, as a podcast consumer, I jump around all over the place. I’ll binge a show that I haven’t listened to in a while. I’ll listen to eight or ten episodes if I’m going on a long road trip or what have you. But I’m also always looking for new stuff too, a new host or a new topic.” (47:51) (Tristan)Links Mentioned:FullCast Website – https://fullcast.co/Podcast Junkies Junkies Facebook Group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastjunkiesjunkies/Link to Podfest Expo Virtual Summit –<a href="https://podfestexpo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Episode Summary:Harry welcomes to the show founder, podcaster and entrepreneur, Eric Johnson. Eric is the host of Follow Friday, the podcast about who you should follow online. Every week, Eric talks to creative people about who they follow, and why. He’s also the founder of LightningPod, a podcast consulting firm that helps its clients achieve their podcasting goals. Today, Harry and Eric engage in a discussion on the evolution of journalism, Eric’s experience at All Things Digital and what inspired Eric to launch a podcast focused on interesting people you should follow. Eric shares some of the biggest lessons he’s learned as a podcaster, talks about his love of movies and speaks to the idea that you can’t possibly consume the amount of content out there.&nbsp;Episode Sponsors:Focusrite – http://pcjk.es/focusriteFullCast – https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways:06:17 – Harry and Eric talk about podcast recommendations, Eric’s background in journalism and the importance of keeping Big Tech in check &nbsp;19:06 – The death of local news&nbsp;24:27 – Eric’s experience at All Things Digital&nbsp;30:16 – Defining what is newsworthy and journalists Eric admires&nbsp;35:49 – Eric’s podcast origin story and what the production cycle looks like for Recode&nbsp;43:44 – Tools that aided Eric as a podcast producer&nbsp;44:54 – The inspiration to launch Follow Friday&nbsp;50:57 – Lessons learned from podcasting&nbsp;54:11 – You can’t possibly consume it all, so stop trying&nbsp;1:01:54 – Harry thanks Eric for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with himTweetable Quotes:“It’s important that we have a very critical tech press that is really looking carefully and scrutinizing everything they do and how it affects literally billions of people. I’m so glad that I saw firsthand how professionals walk that line of understanding that these are humans making decisions, humans are flawed and make mistakes, but at the same time they need to be reminded of the power they have and to use it responsibly.” (18:24) (Eric)&nbsp;“I had to do a lot of learning on the job. It was a lot of trial and error to figure out what’s the right workflow for this show and what’s the right tone and what do we need to do for a live taping and what do we have to do to get the guests booked, all the moving pieces that go into making a podcast.” (37:05) (Eric)&nbsp;“The idea is A, I want to make a successful show, something that I can be really proud of. But B, it’s also important for me to be out in the trenches making a show, committing to a schedule, trying new things, experimenting, learning on the job so that I can go back and use what I learned from making Follow Friday to help my consulting clients.” (45:13) (Eric)&nbsp;“I think the biggest thing has been learning about the rhythm of the interview, learning about the pace of everything, not rushing the guest and not talking over them.” (51:23) (Eric)&nbsp;Links Mentioned:FullCast Website – https://fullcast.co/Podcast Junkies Junkies Facebook Group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastjunkiesjunkies/Link to Podfest Expo Virtual Summit –<a href="https://podfestexpo.com/"...

Episode SummaryHarry welcomes to the show app developer, freelancer and podcaster, Rob Joseph. Rob is the host of the Coffee &amp; Coding podcast, a show that provides interviews &amp; insights with experienced developer's across all aspects of App Development, including topics ranging from Flutter, Cyber Security, Freelancing, Android &amp; iOS. In this episode, Harry and Rob discuss Rob’s background in coding and the inspiration to launch his own podcast. They talk about the freedom that comes with freelancing and how it differs from running your own business. Finally, Rob shares his process for curating meaningful interview questions and his decision to launch a podcast about podcasting.&nbsp;Episode SponsorsFocusrite – http://pjnk.es/focusriteFullCast – https://fullcast.co/Key Takeaways06:17 – Harry and Rob talk about Rob’s background in coding and the freedom that comes with freelancing&nbsp;19:18 – The distinction between freelancing and starting your own business&nbsp;24:29 – Why app design?&nbsp;30:22 – The inspiration behind the Coffee &amp; Coding podcast and Rob’s first guest&nbsp;34:13 – Rob’s interview process and his growth as a podcast host&nbsp;46:22 – The decision to launch a podcast about podcasting&nbsp;54:51 – Something Rob has changed his mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about him&nbsp;58:24 – Harry thanks Rob for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with him&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes“The biggest thing [about freelancing] comes down to trust. And I think if you have an objective way to measure the goal that you want, then really the in-between doesn’t matter.” (15:14) (Rob)&nbsp;“The biggest thing that drove me into app developing was actually two things. One, I read an article on Life Hacker that said this is our perfect to do list app. So, in my young brain I’m thinking, ‘Right, if I build this app, that’s the million dollar idea.’ I started to kinda learn app development from there. I didn’t really make a dent, but what it taught me was that I could do some of it.” (25:09) (Rob)“I approached it [Coffee &amp; Coding] pretty much the same way that I approach my apps, which is that I build stuff that I want. So I really wanted to listen to a show that was about app development but it wasn’t technical.” (30:39) (Rob)“You want to get the best conversation from them. You want to get the best content for your guest. Personally, I want to have a great conversation. So, why would I ask you questions that I know the answer to?” (44:33) (Rob)Resources MentionedFullCast Website – https://fullcast.co/Podcast Junkies Junkies Facebook Group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastjunkiesjunkies/Link to Podfest Expo Virtual Summit – https://podfestexpo.com/Link to Follow Up Then – https://www.followupthen.com/&nbsp;Rob’s LinkedIn – <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/therobj/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Harry welcomes to the show leadership advisor, coach, entrepreneur and podcaster, Dino Cattaneo. Dino is the host of the Authentic Leadership for Everyday People Podcast, a show that investigates the connection between effective leadership and authenticity.In this episode, Harry and Dino discuss Dino’s background, from growing up in Milan, Italy to his time at Harvard Business School to eventually breaking out on his own as an entrepreneur and marketing consultant. Dino speaks to what inspired him to launch his podcast and why he chose the topic of authentic leadership. He recalls the experiences he has had with effective leaders and why the mentors throughout his career have left a lasting mark on him. Finally, Dino talks about how he’s grown as an interviewer and podcast host and what’s next for him and his show.THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!&nbsp;Focusrite | FullCastKEY TAKEAWAYS06:17 – Harry and Dino talk about the impact the global pandemic has had on them and Dino’s background growing up in Milan16:58 – From Harvard Business School to Renaissance Man20:47 – When the entrepreneurial bug bit and mentors who were critical to Dino’s success29:14 – The inspiration to launch Authentic Leadership for Everyday People and how Dino landed on a format and voice for his show39:41 – How Dino has grown as an interviewer and podcast host43:22 – What’s next for Dino and his show51:01 – Something Dino has changed his mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about him53:24 – Harry thanks Dino for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with himTWEETABLE QUOTES“My goal is really to get the questions to my guest. It’s based on the concept that if you’re authentic to yourself and you take an intentional journey as to who you are as a leader, then you’re also going to be successful.” (00:00) (Dino)“The idea of working until I had made enough money to just do the things that I wanted to do was not a feasible plan. So I made a decision to go and start out on my own as a marketing consultant with the idea that sixty percent of my time would be dedicated to that and the other forty percent would be dedicated to managing my wife’s career as a musician, spending more time with my kids and doing the things I love doing.” (18:51) (Dino)“There’s a very important balance when you’re building a service practice, whether it’s a consulting practice or an agency. And that is that you need to sell projects where on one hand you have the ability to execute and you’re good at, but there also needs to be something new that you haven’t done because that’s how you build the capabilities of the firm.” (24:39) (Dino)“I felt that a podcast was essentially the place where I could be my true self and just create the podcast and share the content to really express what I believe about how leadership works and operates.” (30:47) (Dino)“The Arts are a really difficult world from a success standpoint. And the people who end up staying for the duration are the people that are rewarded by the creative process.” (46:26) (Dino)“Somebody recently said, ‘People who invest money to save time have a longer career in business than people who invest time to save money.’” (53:12) (Dino)RESOURCES MENTIONEDFullCast WebsitePodcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo...

Harry welcomes to the show marketing consultant, creator and entrepreneur, Anna Furmanov. Anna is the founder of Furmanov Marketing Consulting and ever since she was young, she’s wanted to be a creator. Anna is also the host of the Modern Startup Marketing Podcast, a show that shines a light on those startups that are taking their marketing efforts to the next level.In this episode, Harry and Anna talk about Anna’s background in business and marketing. Anna speaks to how she thinks about marketing and the psychology behind the field. She shares her passion for helping others build powerful brands and businesses. Finally, Anna discusses how she has grown as a podcast host and discusses why she never sells to the guests who come on her show.THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!&nbsp;Focusrite | FullCastKEY TAKEAWAYS06:17 – Harry and Anna talk about Anna’s decision to pursue podcasting as a means to grow her brand11:22 – Anna’s background in business and marketing14:07 – Forever a creator21:42 – Common threads Anna has noticed about the startups she consults with23:55 – Creativity and content creation31:59 – How Anna thinks about her podcast as a marketer37:45 – Anna’s growth as a podcast host42:06 – The psychology of marketing44:52 – Why Anna never ‘sells’51:17 – Something Anna has changed her mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about her52:53 – Harry thanks Anna for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with herTWEETABLE QUOTES“First, think about what’s gonna get you excited because you’re gonna be talking for hours with people about this stuff. So you have to be excited about it. You have to know the space enough where you have thoughtful conversations if you’re going to be inviting guests onto your podcast.” (10:21) (Anna)“I was working at a company and I thought, ‘I know I’m doing marketing, but I’m looking for a different kind of marketing.’ And so that’s when I went to work in the startup world and I immediately loved it. I loved how impactful it could be right away. I loved how messy it could be and I loved what marketing meant at a startup.” (12:42) (Anna)“Being strategic, being more focused, I knew that I wanted to do that right away. So, for me, for my business it was figuring out who is my target buyer, what do they care about, what problems do they have? And I’m kind of close to that already because I am a Marketer at a startup.” (18:27) (Anna)“The most important thing for content creation and creating awareness around your business or product is finding out what your target audience cares about, what is the actual content your gonna give them and what channels.” (24:18) (Anna)“I wish I had access to a network of people that work in startups and are in marketing soI could ask them questions. And now I actually can because I have a platform.”(37:08)(Anna)RESOURCES MENTIONEDFullCast WebsitePodcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitAnna’s LinkedInAnna’s Podcast<a...

Harry welcomes to the show podcaster and master marketer, Todd Brown. Todd Brown is the expert other experts go to when they need help with their own business. His list of coaching students, consulting clients, and subscribers reads like a Who’s Who of A-List Entrepreneurs. Todd is also the host of The Marketer’s Mind, a show where he and his team discuss the marketing topics that others are afraid to touch. In this episode, Harry and Todd discuss where Todd got his entrepreneurial spirit from, the importance he places on differentiating his business and how he fostered a culture of keeping it real. Todd expounds on his wildly popular E5 Method and talks about his legacy and being authentic to yourself.THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!&nbsp;Focusrite | FullCast&nbsp;KEY TAKEAWAYS06:30 – Harry and Todd talk about the value of education, having mentors and role models in your life and growing up in the NY/NJ area20:42 – When the entrepreneurial bug bit24:30 – The origin of Todd’s company30:45 – How Todd differentiated his organization’s offerings33:19 – The E5 Method explained40:18 – The inspiration to launch The Marketer’s Mind podcast43:41 – Embracing criticism and telling it like it is47:05 – Keeping it real49:03 – Leaving a legacy by being authentically you52:42 – Something Todd has changed his mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about him57:29 – Harry thanks Todd for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with himTWEETABLE QUOTES“I think college is great when you’re going into a career where you need college, where if you want to be a doctor or an attorney you need a degree. But if you don’t, I think there are a lot of other opportunities worthy of pursuing today.” (13:39) (Todd)“My department started to thrive and now my department was growing by leaps and bounds. My department became the poster child for the entire company. And it was right around the time when I was on top that I thought I want to share with other folks outside of the fitness industry what it is that I learned inside these clubs.” (26:44) (Todd)“I think that, as always, in every market different gets attention. Better doesn’t always get attention. Different gets attention.” (31:25) (Todd)“The heart and soul of marketing is ultimately when you turn a prospect’s desire for a result, for an outcome, for a change, for a transformation, into demand for your product or service before you even talk about your product or service.” (36:40) (Todd)“When I teach, when I coach, when I guide I always tell people, ‘I’m gonna treat your business like it’s my own. I’m not gonna tell you the things you want to hear. I’m gonna tell you the things you need to hear.’” (45:42) (Todd)“Live a life of authenticity. Be who you are. Be you. Do you. Live your life. You want to dress a certain way? Do your thing. Don’t try to fit in. If you’ve got an opinion or feeling, be you. And let that authentic you, that real you, shine through and shine through always.” (51:00) (Todd)RESOURCES MENTIONEDFullCast WebsitePodcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitTodd’s Podcast<a...

Harry welcomes to the show, budding content creator and host of the Pol and Pals Podcast, Ponyboy Pol. Pol and Pals is a podcast where Ponyboy Pol interviews his content creator pals who are creating the life they want to live. In this episode, Harry and Pol share a rich discussion on Pol’s background as a content creator and how he initially got involved in the podcasting space. Pol talks openly about what he loves about the podcast platform, including the incredible information you can learn and intimacy that can be felt within each episode. Pol speaks to some of the biggest inspirations in his life and what has motivated him to approach life with no ego and plenty of empathy. Finally, Pol shares his thoughts on staying humble and speculates on what his future might hold.THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!&nbsp;Focusrite | FullCast&nbsp;KEY TAKEAWAYS06:22 – An entrepreneurial spark and a passion for content creations17:58 – Pol’s podcast origin story and how he became a creator24:06 – Inspirations along the journey33:24 – What’s next for Pol36:33 – The drive to become a role model42:47 – Staying humble and keeping your ego in check54:10 – Something Pol has changed his mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about him58:09 – Harry thanks Pol for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with himTWEETABLE QUOTES“With Twitter you have access to literally almost everybody that you could ever think about and their thoughts. And, I’ve realized the more people I follow in that lane of entrepreneurship, you start to see people doing things.” (13:21) (Ponyboy Pol)“I just became a fan of [podcasts] because of the information and the ability to get intimate with someone you never met but you know all about them because you’re listening to them every week.” (19:50) (Ponyboy Pol)“It’s been actually good to humble myself and really learn from the people who are doing it. Sometimes when you get egotistical or cocky, that actually prevents you from learning and being that student.” (31:39) (Ponyboy Pol)“Ideally what I want to do is have a platform where everything I’m doing is benefiting either my generation or the next generation.” (34:48) (Ponyboy Pol)“If we could all just empathize a little bit more, man, the world would be amazing.” (52:16) (Ponyboy Pol)RESOURCES MENTIONEDFullCast WebsitePodcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitPonyboy Pol’s Podcast&nbsp;Ponyboy Pol’s NewsletterPonyboy Pol’s TwitterPonyboy’s InstagramPol and Pals FacebookPol and Pals TwitterPol and Pals Instagram<a...

Harry welcomes to the show, co-hosts of the Imagination and Junk podcast, Bill Barol &amp; Mat Ricardo. Bill is a writer and podcast creator who has gained critical acclaim for his work on the podcast HOME: Stories from L.A. Mat is a performer, modern-day vaudeville and one of the greatest variety artists working today. This unlikely duo met and formed a friendship during the COVID-19 pandemic, where they came up with the concept of Imagination and Junk, a freewheeling transatlantic conversation about creativity -- what it is, where it comes from and why it matters.In this episode, Harry, Bill and Mat talk all about creativity and content creation. Bill and Mat open up about how the pandemic impacted their lives and how they were able to create in spite of this global challenge. Mat shares his background as a performer, including the first time he ever got paid to perform. Bill speaks to the importance of being vulnerable and authentic in the Arts. Finally, they each share their thoughts on the future of Imagination and Junk and talk about one thing they’ve recently changed their minds about.THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!&nbsp;Focusrite | FullCast&nbsp;KEY TAKEAWAYS06:35 – Harry welcomes to the show Bill Barol &amp; Mat Ricardo, who tell the wild story of how they first met16:33 – Creators respecting creators and the inspiration to launch the podcast, Imagination &amp; Junk24:42 – Podcasting without a plan and lessons learned30:20 – Performing for a dull audience31:56 – Cultivating new friendships in the time of COVID-1937:23 – Vulnerability, honesty and authenticity in the Arts41:00 – Bill’s vision for Imagination &amp; Junk46:06 – Leaving a legacy49:12 – The reception that Imagination &amp; Junk has received51:26 – Mat recalls the first time he got paid to perform53:16 – Bill recalls the first time he got paid to write55:06 – Something Bill &amp; Mat have changed their minds about recently58:04 – Harry thanks Bill &amp; Mat for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with themTWEETABLE QUOTES“One of the things I’ve learned in the last third of my career, the most recent third, is to be personal with my work and to be honest, which enhances what I do.” (13:25) (Mat)“It occurred to me that coming from two different and somewhat complementary perspectives of a writer and a performer, that we were circling the same topic in a way but coming at it from a different direction.” (17:38) (Bill)“What happened was somebody swooped in and did this other podcast while I was dealing with this other thing in my life. The performer’s nightmare - one of them. And so I was sort of casting around for a new idea for a podcast and these videos of Mat’s kind of tipped me over to this notion of creativity.” (23:50) (Bill)“I’m a performer. I’m a maker. I’m a writer. But at heart, all of this is based around the fact that I am a circus act. I am a variety performer. I do tricks. My hands can do things. So, it’s easy to therefore think that that’s the one thing that I’m good at, doing tricks.” (27:07) (Mat)“It’s been such a weird eighteen months. It really has in all sorts of ways. And one of the things we talk about is the ways in which a species level event affects everything, by definition. One of the new relationships that I formed during this period has been with Mat who, I’ll say again, I have never met face-to-face.” (32:23) (Bill)“The time when the Arts are interesting and are moving to people is when you can be honest, you can be authentic and you can be presenting as close to the real you as you can. That’s what makes great art, being

Harry welcomes to the show, educator, author and podcast consultant, Joe Casabona. Joe is the host of How I Built It, a podcast that provides insight from tech savvy small business owners and developers on how they built their products, from idea to execution.In this episode, Harry and Joe talk about Joe’s circuitous route to entrepreneurship, from a stint teaching at the collegiate level to eventually reaching self-employment and launching his own podcasting company. Joe opens up about his prior role at an agency and the decision to leave to pursue his passion. He shares lessons he’s learned throughout the years, including why curiosity is a major key success factor in life. Finally, Joe shares something he’s changed his mind about recently and speaks to why his inquisitive nature has made him a naturally gifted podcast host. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS! Focusrite | FullCast KEY TAKEAWAYS 06:35 – Harry welcomes back to the show Joe Casabona, who speaks to the inspiration to start his podcast, How I Built It11:45 – Joe’s Tech journey14:11 – Structuring a podcast22:50 – Joe’s experience teaching at the collegiate level32:28 – Joe’s entrepreneurial journey and what he learned working for an agency45:33 – Joe and Harry talk about their shared love of the New York Yankees50:31 – Lessons Joe learned throughout his journey of self-employment and running his own business57:30 – Joe’s growth as a podcast host59:09 – Something Joe has changed his mind about recently1:05:46 – Harry thanks Joe for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with him TWEETABLE QUOTES “Free customers are the meanest because they have the highest expectations and the most entitlement.” (16:51) (Joe)“I joke that if computers didn’t exist I would be completely unemployable.” (23:33) (Joe)“People think, ‘Oh, I’m not gonna say anything because things aren’t going to change.’ Well things definitely won’t change if you don’t say anything.” (42:38) (Joe)“When my daughter asks me a question I try so hard, no matter how I’m feeling, to tell myself to not crush her curiosity.” (45:56) (Joe)“I’ve always been inquisitive. I think that’s what made me a good host in the beginning is that I asked a lot of questions. I’m a lot more confident to deviate from the format, so I’m experimenting a lot more now.” (57:41) (Joe) RESOURCES MENTIONED FullCast WebsitePodcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitJoe’s LinkedInJoe’s Podcast WebsiteJoe’s WebsiteJoe’s TwitterJoe’s InstagramJoe’s GitHubJoe’s YouTube ChannelJoe’s Podcast  Books Mentioned: Soundtracks  Podcasts Mentioned: The Pen AddictUpgradeConnected<a...

Harry welcomes to the show, executive producer and podcast host, Jen Briney. Jen is the host of the Congressional Dish Podcast, a twice-monthly show that aims to draw attention to where the American people truly have power: Congress. From the perspective of a fed up taxpayer with no allegiance to any political party, Jen fills her listeners in on the must-know information about what our representatives do AFTER the elections and how their actions can and will affect our day to day lives.In this episode, Harry and Jen talk about the genesis of Jen’s Congressional Dish podcast and why it’s focused more on government than politics. Have you ever wondered why we focus more on the Presidency than Congress, the branch of government that writes, debates and passes the bills that become laws that impact our daily lives? Jen talks about crypto, the political awakening that is happening in our society today and the power of being informed. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS! Focusrite | FullCast KEY TAKEAWAYS 06:36 – Harry welcomes back to the show Jen Briney, who shares her thoughts on COVID-19 and the state of the podcast industry19:29 – A podcast about government, not politics22:06 – Jen talks about her appearance on the Bad Faith Podcast and how it grew her own audience34:35 – Cryptocurrency and podcast conferences47:46 – How the fallout from January 6th has the potential to impact our personal lives56:02 – The power you get from being informed59:06 – Why hope is on the horizon and the awakening that is happening in American society1:07:42 – Plans on expanding Congressional Dish1:18:02 – Jen talks about her second podcast1:15:26 – Harry thanks Jen for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with her TWEETABLE QUOTES “The show kept going and I say that my biggest victory during the Trump years is that I didn’t quit.” (20:55) (Jen)“I have no allegiance to the political parties. I have no ideology. I can agree with people all over the political spectrum because I think it’s all a lie. I can find common ground with just about any American on something and yet we’re told we’re the most polarized we’ve ever been. I approach this podcast as I want to know what’s being done with my money and in my name. It’s that simple.” (27:09) (Jen)“I’m amazed that I’m a professional podcaster. It was one of those things where the podcast was a way for me to talk about government. I love reading about the bills and laws. What I don’t love is the tech and figuring out where the microphone goes.” (38:35) (Jen)“When I look at January 6th , I’m looking at the bills they’re writing because of it, which are going to expand spying powers and give more power to the FBI and give more money to the Capitol police.” (48:35) (Jen)“I want to be informed about what’s really going on in the world. I want to know because I feel like there’s a lot of power in that. It’s helped me financially. It’s helped me make decisions about what I want to do with my life.” (56:02) (Jen)“There’s an awareness now in our population that we are being systematically lied to by these two parties.” (1:00:02) (Jen) RESOURCES MENTIONED FullCast WebsitePodcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitJen’s LinkedInJen’s WebsiteJen’s Twitter<a...

Harry welcomes to the show, professional podcast producer, editor and host, Jason DeFillippo. Jason is the co-host of Grumpy Old Geeks, a no-holds-barred show about the Internet and how it's affecting our lives for good or bad. Since 1994, Jason’s launched hundreds of websites as either a programmer, designer or founder. Almost eight years ago, he pivoted from programming to full time podcast producer, editor, and host.In this episode, Harry and Jason geek out over the podcast industry, how far they’ve both come as professional podcasters and what the future holds for the medium. Jason opens up about his journey as a podcaster, specifically how he’s honed his hosting skills and what inspired him to start Grumpy Old Geeks. He speaks to the work he did on the Art of Charm, the impact COVID- 19 had on podcast downloads and his feelings on dynamic ads and monetization. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS! Focusrite | FullCast KEY TAKEAWAYS 06:35 – Harry welcomes to the show Jason DeFillippo, who shares his podcast origin story and the impact Tim Ferriss had on his career17:15 – Jason’s love of technology and the wave of new technology that has emerged22:25 – The inspiration to start Grumpy Old Geeks and how Jason honed his hosting and producing skills29:04 – The Art of Charm and what Jason learned about himself throughout his podcasting career35:47 – The impact COVID-19 had on podcast downloads and monetization43:05 – Why Jason continues to put out episodes of Grumpy Old Geeks48:01 – The most misunderstood thing about Jason and something he has changed his mind about recently51:20 – Jason’s issue with dynamic ads55:41 – Harry thanks Jason for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with him TWEETABLE QUOTES “You can’t do a retake on a Live show. You gotta roll with it, keep the audience engaged and still make a decent show in the end.” (12:58) (Jason)“Back then it was just get on the mic and try. And then over time, my hosting skills got better and better and better. And now, you put me in front of a microphone I can talk for days. But back then it was a stretch just to even look at the microphone and talk.” (23:59) (Jason)“Compound questions are terrible when you’re a podcast host. Always remember that!” (27:16) (Jason)“I hate going to an office. As you can see, I’m in my home right now and I’m never leaving. I did the corporate life for a long time and I never want to do it again.” (35:47) (Jason) RESOURCES MENTIONED FullCast WebsitePodcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitJason’s LinkedInJason’s WebsiteJason’s Twitter Jason’s Podcast: Grumpy Old Geeks Podcast 🎙️🎙️🎙️Podcast Production and Marketing provided by FullCast

Harry welcomes to the show Agnes Kozera, SVP and co-head of PodCorn, the largest podcast platform, connecting podcasters with advertisers for native sponsorships. Agnes is passionate about building tools that empower and support the growth of brands and content creators across different mediums.In this episode, Harry and Agnes talk about the traits and characteristics that make successful entrepreneurs and why immigrants tend to have a strong work ethic that aligns well with entrepreneurship. Agnes speaks to her passion for content creation and what inspired her to launch Podcorn. She reflects on the journey from start-up to being acquired by Google and the challenges and opportunities that arose from the acquisition. Finally, Agnes talks about why she identifies herself as a champion for content creators everywhere. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS! Focusrite | FullCast KEY TAKEAWAYS 06:36 – Harry welcomes to the show Agnes Kozera, who speaks to her entrepreneurial origin story and the work she’s doing at Podcorn14:15 – Traits and characteristics of a great entrepreneur16:19 – The work ethic of immigrants and entrepreneurship19:16 – Early inspirations and mentors that helped Agnes21:56 – Lessons learned and mistakes made in building a successful business25:21 – What it was like to be acquired by Google and the shift in mindset from founder to employee29:25 – The origin story of Podcorn37:10 – Trends Agnes has observed in the content creation space44:35 – A champion for content creators46:06 – How Agnes would describe the marketplace she’s created52:38 – Self-help podcasts that Agnes would recommend53:18 – Something Agnes has changed her mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about her58:16 – Harry thanks Agnes for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with her TWEETABLE QUOTES “You have to be a little nutty. I think you have to have self-belief, more so than everyone else, and not get discouraged. But you also have to take criticism and you have to be open to it. You have to take feedback and know when to stop.” (13:57) (Agnes)“I like to think of it as jumping out of a plane and then building your parachute on the way down. But that’s kinda really what entrepreneurship is. You just figure it out. You think outside the box. You try a lot of things and try again.” (19:01) (Agnes)“Also, I think we’re in a time where a lot of brands now understand the value of influencer marketing. They understand the power of creators.” (33:31) (Agnes)“I definitely think I am very much a champion for creators. Even in the company I really bucket myself to be more on the creator side. I love the creator space. I believe in the power of the right match and what it can do.” (44:53) (Agnes) RESOURCES MENTIONED FullCast WebsitePodcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitAgnes’ LinkedInAgnes’ EmailPodcorn Twitter Podcorn Website Podcasts Mentioned: Jay ShettyThe Happiness PodcastIn the...

Harry welcomes to the show, entrepreneur, podcaster and proponent of social impact and sustainability, Corinna Bellizzi. Corinna is the host of Care More Be Better: A Social Impact + Sustainability Podcast, a show that shares the stories of inspired people that are committed to social good. In this episode, Harry and Corinna engage in a meaningful examination of social impact and the growing need for positive change. Corinna opens up about her podcast journey, how she formats her episodes and how she identifies which guests to interview. They go on to talk about Corinna’s passion for cars, something she’s changed her mind about recently and the ethos of her podcast. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS! Focusrite | FullCast KEY TAKEAWAYS 06:36 – Harry welcomes to the show Corinna Bellizzi, who speaks to the impact the global pandemic had on her and the work she’s doing with her podcast14:00 – Motherhood, work, graduate school and power outages16:54 – Lessons Corinna has learned from the Care More Be Better Podcast19:53 – The inspiration to launch A Growing Need and Corinna’s passion for social impact and sustainability30:30 – The ethos of Corinna’s podcast and how she identifies potential interviewees39:27 – Corinna reflects on her early days of podcasting46:40 – Corinna’s dream car50:27 – Something Corinna has changed her mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about her56:05 – Harry thanks Corinna for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with her TWEETABLE QUOTES “Being able to expand on that through podcasting and through making deeper connections with people around the globe really helped me. And I didn’t realize how close to depression I was when I started this thing.” (09:31) (Corinna)“I really look for people that can help me cover topics that are really near and dear to my heart, but also just that are rooted in making the world a better place and improving awareness around particular issues. Because it’s my firm belief that, as we improve awareness, we’re going to create a more just and equal world.” (18:30) (Corinna)“I really just have this simple metric I look for. And that’s just, ‘Are they making a social impact about a particular issue or are they driving something that is really focused on sustainability?’ And if either of those aren’t met, I don’t interview them.” (30:53) (Corinna)“Even if I’m only reaching a small audience, I’m reaching an audience that cares.” (43:34) (Corinna)“Having a healthy environment to live and breathe in should be the concern of everybody. These are things that should be the rights of each of us. It shouldn’t be politicized.” (54:01) (Corinna) RESOURCES MENTIONED FullCast WebsitePodcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitCorinna’s LinkedInCorinna’s WebsiteCorinna’s TwitterCorinna’s FacebookCorinna’s InstagramCorinna’s EmailCorinna’s Podcast:<a...

Harry welcomes to the show, teachers and podcast hosts, Mealey & Tudsicso. Mealey and Tudisco are the hosts of Unprofessional Development, a show that showcases real teachers telling real stories and sharing their wisdom, insights and experience from the world of education. In this episode, Mealey & Tudisco share the story of how they met and what inspired them to bring their unique perspective on education to a podcast. They talk about their own real-life stories from the classroom and reflect on their growth as podcast hosts. Finally, they discuss how the global pandemic impacted their podcast and regale the audience with the backstory of how they attained an unbelievable guest for their show. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS! Focusrite | FullCast KEY TAKEAWAYS 06:36 – Harry welcomes to the show Mealey & Tudisco, hosts of Unprofessional Development, who share their background as teachers and the story of how they met17:32 – Bringing a different perspective to education20:37 – Planning a show with curiosity and hosting Edupodlooza24:10 – Mealey & Tudisco reflect on their growth as podcast hosts and how it’s impacted their friendship32:31 – A global pandemic, two teachers and Tony Danza42:40 – Peeking behind the teacher curtain with stories from Mealey & Tudisco51:12 – Surprising revelations Mealey & Tudisco discovered about each other53:42 – Something Mealey & Tudisco have changed their minds about recently57:50 – Harry thanks Mealey & Tudisco for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with them TWEETABLE QUOTES “Educational podcasts do for podcasts what educational games do for games.” (12:08) (Tudisco)“I think what’s made us very aware of our audience is a little bit of the fear of being fired. So, that consciousness is always there. And I think partially being teachers also makes us aware of that.” (19:43) (Mealey)“I think honestly we had just really good chemistry on it from the get-go. We rarely if ever had any long or awkward pauses.” (24:30) (Tudisco)“One of the weirder things to me that was funny is that Tony [Danza] still uses an AOL email.” (38:21) (Mealey)“If you’re good at it, teaching is about relationships and building relationships with people who are struggling.” (45:38) (Tudisco)“I care less and less about grades all the time.” (53:56) (Mealey) RESOURCES MENTIONED FullCast WebsitePodcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitUnprofessional Development TwitterMealey & Tudisco’s Podcast:Unprofessional Development🎙️🎙️🎙️Podcast Production and Marketing provided by FullCast

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!Focusrite | FullCastKEY TAKEAWAYS06:36 – Harry welcomes to the show Lauren Popish, who speaks to her background ininterior design and her passion for helping women create their own unique, niche podcasts22:28 – Creating the perfect listening environment for podcasting25:29 – A panic attack and a unique podcast origin story31:38 – Early struggles and big shifts of entrepreneurship34:49 – How allies and mentors aided in Lauren’s success38:54 – The importance Lauren places on forging relationships in the podcasting space43:05 – The Book Wine Club and Podcast Like A Girl podcasts51:35 – Lauren reflects on her passion for empowering women57:05 – Something Lauren has changed her mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about her1:02:55 – Harry thanks Lauren for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with herTWEETABLE QUOTES“When something lands and resonates on such a universal human level it just multiplies and takes off.” (11:04) (Lauren)“The best podcast listening environment is on-the-go for me. I am someone who just has to feel like I’m being productive all the time, for better or for worse.” (22:51) (Lauren)“Podcasting felt like this really great, safe way for me to flex a muscle that was weak and build a brand that was based on authenticity.” (30:25) (Lauren)“I would just have friends and family come into my at-home studio, drink a bottle of wine on like a Tuesday, get really drunk and then talk about books. And it was so fun. It was the first time that I was having conversations that were so intimate.” (47:39) (Lauren)“I don’t claim to be an original feminist who always knew that she would work with women. I am a feminist, of course. But, I just stumbled into supporting women because I am a woman who was struggling and wanted to help people who were in the same position.” (55:23) (Lauren)RESOURCES MENTIONEDFullCast WebsitePodcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitLauren’s WebsiteLauren’s LinkedInLauren’s Podcast:Book (Wine) ClubLauren’s Instagram🎙️🎙️🎙️Podcast Production and Marketing provided by FullCast

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!Focusrite | FullCastKEY TAKEAWAYS06:36 – Harry welcomes to the show, Ever Gonzalez, who tells the story of how he met Harry, his background and the origin story of Outlier14:21 – Ever talks about how he got his start in logistics18:09 – How Ever got involved in podcasting23:46 – Ever speaks to transitioning to hosting events and teases some upcoming events35:22 – Ever expounds on the impact COVID-19 had on his personal and professional lives and tells the unique story about a podcaster he was able to help53:06 – Harry and Ever speculate on what the next year will bring to the podcasting industry1:00:22 – Harry and Ever discuss Podcasting 2.01:06:04 – Harry thanks Ever for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can learn more about Outlier and connect with himTWEETABLE QUOTES“You and I and others that have platforms, we’re adding value to them [podcast guests] because people get to hear about them.” (22:31)“I don’t ever want to look out into the crowd and see people tuning out or sleeping. That would be the worst. And thirty minutes keeps it fast and loose.” (34:23)“I think with the not having friends in-person because of COVID was offset because we have so much interaction still with our online and podcast friends.” (41:51)“Even if nobody was listening to the show, I would still do the show because I get much more out of it than anything else. So, it’s cool that people are downloading it and listening to it and interacting with us. But it’s the conversations that I have with truly interesting people from all over the world that a lot of them I become friends with.” (42:09)“I love new podcasters. I want to make podcasting as easy as possible.” (47:39)RESOURCES MENTIONEDFullCast WebsitePodcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitLink to Podcasting 2.0Ever’s LinkedInEver’s Podcast:Outlier On AirOutlier WebsiteOutlier TwitterOutlier FacebookOutlier InstagramBooks Mentioned:Never Lose a Customer Again🎙️🎙️🎙️Podcast Production and Marketing provided by FullCast

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!Focusrite | PatreonKEY TAKEAWAYS06:36 – Harry welcomes back to the show the very first guest in Podcast Junkies history, Espree Devora, who shares her background as a professional podcaster and her passion for spotting the latest trends20:25 – Espree talks about what excites her the most about the still growing podcast industry26:29 – Why Espree considers herself an artist, first and foremost, and her aspiration to become a writer34:40 – Espree talks about being vulnerable48:25 – Espree opens up about her childhood and how her experiences impact her today as an adult57:31 – Espree shares the inspirational story of Call Her Daddy and its creator, Alex Cooper1:04:51 – Espree encourages frustrated podcasters to continue on your own unique journeys1:12:04 – Harry thanks Espree for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with herTWEETABLE QUOTES“This is a little trivia, ‘Where was the first interview on Podcast Junkies recorded?’ In my car, at night in Silver Lake. This sounds so sketch by the way. Across the street from a restaurant. Why did we do it that way?” (10:10) (Harry & Espree)“I’m gonna say something that I probably shouldn’t say out loud but eff it. I feel like now that everybody’s in podcasting I kinda want to move on to the new.” (18:22)“We have those same opportunities now to create what the business models are as podcasters. And that’s extremely exciting to me.” (22:17)“I consider myself an artist. I’ve always described podcasting as painting audio.” (26:33)“I’m interested in guiding people how to create deep, meaningful relationships and helping others to do so, to make it more of a viral effect and scale human connectivity.” (31:55)“The skills that we developed by having the personality types that surrounded us ended up creating skills within us as adults that we maybe weren’t aware of.” (48:45)“If I could embrace the journey rather than be attached to my idea of the outcome and just embrace that my whole life is a story and I don’t know how it’s gonna unfold, maybe I would feel a lot more peace.” (1:03:42)RESOURCES MENTIONEDFullCast WebsitePodcast Junkies Junkies Facebook Group Link to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitEspree’s WebsiteEspree’s LinkedInEspree’s Podcasts:WeAreLATechWomen in TechLink to Colin and Samir’s WebsiteLink to Espree’s Twitter 🎙️🎙️🎙️Podcast Production and Marketing provided by FullCast

THANK YOU SPONSORS!Focusrite | Patreon06:00 – Harry welcomes to the show, Daniel B. French, who shares his background growing up in Kentucky and talks about the modern version of rhetoric16:12 – Dan discusses the awakening he underwent during his education and tells the story of the four academics who came to speak at his school21:24 – Dan talks about the power of persuasion and shares why he wrote his book, The 21 Coliseums of Persuasion30:27 – Dan and Harry talk about navigating through conversations without ‘triggering’ people and expounds on other Coliseums of Persuasion37:22 – Dan shares the story of how he got involved in comedy43:20 – How Dan’s eclectic background in comedy and rhetoric has impacted his parenting50:58 – Dan chronicles his growth as a podcast host59:25 – What is something that Dan has changed his mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about Dan1:03:09 – Dan speculates on the future of our society1:06:52 – Harry thanks Dan for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with himTWEETABLES“The simplest definition of rhetoric is that it’s the study of hyper-designed messages.”(12:20)“I always have that orientation, but it’s that working class orientation. If you’re going to teach me something, I need to have a use for it.” (19:11)“Everybody on the left who thinks that they’re being rational are not being rational. They are, at best, partially rational or pseudo-rational. So, the project I’m working on now is a logic primer for people to train people in actual logic so they can clean up their own act and use it better.” (28:13)“There’s so many things in a comedy club environment that are made technologically for people to laugh. All you have to do is say something kinda funny and they want to laugh. If you can actually hit funny, it just explodes.” (42:01)“I love great conversations. For me, when I’m the podcast interviewer, I like to get into the space of ‘what am I really interested in here?’” (52:46)LINKS MENTIONED*FullCast Website *Podcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitDan’s BookDan’s YouTube ChannelDan’s LinkedInDan’s InstagramDan’s FacebookDan’s TwitterDan’s PodcastRhetoric Warriors WebsiteLink to Robb Wolf’s Website

06:00 – Harry welcomes to the show, Brett Allan, who speaks to his podcast origin story and the decisions he’s made along the way, including making it an interview show17:46 – Brett details his approach to the interview process and describes the ideal listener of his podcast25:21 – Brett reflects on the inspiration and motivation to get involved in podcasting30:51 – Brett expounds on his strategy for growing his recently rebranded podcast36:30 – How Brett differentiates his podcast from other celebrity interview shows39:24 – Brett speaks to the growth he hopes to see in the future for his show43:13 – What this podcast means to Brett and why legacy is important to him46:46 – What is something that Brett has changed his mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about Brett57:10 – Brett’s biggest takeaway from today’s conversation57:51 – Harry thanks Brett for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with himTWEETABLES“When the pandemic hit is when I really decided that, since I was unemployed and had nothing but time, I would focus on trying to put out a good show.” (13:57)“My goal is to not just get a name on, but to have somebody come on and have a good, honest conversation.” (18:38)“I’ve always had an attraction to talking to people. I’m a people person.” (26:08)“I’m talking about just being able to do this as a show, have advertisers and make it a stable show. Will it ever be that way? I don’t know. But, what drives me is just the collaboration with other podcasters. I want to be involved in the podcasting community as much as I can.” (31:51)“I love talking to people. It’s literally a creative outlet for me and I just love doing it. I love talking to all these people. It’s so much more than just getting somebody famous on. If it wasn’t for that show, I probably would not be having these kinds of conversations with these people ever. So, for me, it’s about creating an experience and creating something that I can be proud of.” (43:15)THANK YOU SPONSORS!FocusriteFullCastLINKS MENTIONED*FullCast Website *Podcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitBrett’s LinkedInBrett’s InstagramBrett’s FacebookBrett’s TwitterBrett’s PodcastBrett’s WebsiteOther Books Mentioned:Stop Chasing InfluencersMake Noise

06:00 – Harry welcomes back to the show, Scott Miller, who speaks to how the global pandemic impacted him and what motivated him to write a second book17:37 – How Scott handled educating his children on preparedness amidst this pandemic20:28 – Scott speaks to the ten-part Mess to Success Series he’s currently working on31:19 – Scott talks about the concept of finding the smallest viable market33:43 – How Scott gets the most value out of his podcast guests36:23 – The importance of friending your competition and hiring people who are smarter than you41:20 – Scott recalls some of the best advice he’s received from his team and how he handles controversial guests48:23 – Scott and Harry talk about the value of engaging in civil discussions with those you don’t necessarily agree with51:22 – Scott stresses why it’s vital to develop your storytelling craft58:14 – Scott reflects on where he is currently in the story of Scott Miller1:01:00 – Harry thanks Scott for joining the showTWEETABLES“I worked twenty-five years inside of a corporate giant. But I think the pandemic, like for all of us, changed everybody’s values. So, I want to spend the next half of my career teaching people the lessons that I’ve learned.” (11:27)“All that matters is our relationships and helping each other. That’s all that matters.” (19:51)“Instead of net fishing, you should be spear fishing. How do you create the most successful podcast with the fewest number of listeners?” (31:59)“Leadership is a broad category. Leadership is culture. Leadership is sales. Leadership is profit. Leadership is customers. Leadership is marketing. Leadership is brand.” (34:27)“I also just think there’s two types of mindsets, a scarce mindset and an abundance mindset. I just do not believe that the podcast I host is smaller because you host your podcast.” (37:57)“I do not like to kick people when they’re down. If someone deserves to be kicked, I’ll call them up and kick them. And I won’t tell you that I kicked them. Or I won’t vote for them. But I generally believe that if someone is coming on my podcast, my job is to give them a platform where they can share what it is they’re talking about. I’m not a journalist, I’m a podcast host.” (47:10)“You learn, as a podcast host, bruise hard, heal fast. You cannot serve all people all the time.” (50:41)“Storytelling is such a valuable skill for CEOs, for CFOs. What is our story? Where are we going? How are you part of that? What is the antagonist? How can you be part of the solution? What does success look like? What does it feel like? Same as a podcast guest.” (54:24)THANK YOU SPONSORS!FocusriteFullCastLINKS MENTIONED*FullCast Website *Podcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitScott’s LinkedInScott’s PodcastsScott’s WebsiteScott’s Books:Management Mess to Leadership Success<a...

06:00 – Harry welcomes to the show, Alban Brooke who shares the origin story of his company, Buzzsprout11:21 – How Alban got involved in podcasting and marketing24:25 – Feedback Alban has gotten on Buzzsprout’s offerings29:14 – What companies like Spotify, Google and Facebook are doing in the podcasting space36:58 – How Alban came across Podcasting Index and the work he’s doing at Buzzsprout46:51 – Alban shares why podcasting is much harder to grow than any other media53:53 – Something Alban has changed his mind about recently56:15 – Harry thanks Alban for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can connect with himTWEETABLES“If I ever got to an Internet café, I’d download podcasts because that was media that I loved. And that was when it started clicking with me the connection you could still feel with a podcast audience if you are listening. Then when the opportunity came up for a podcasting company I thought this is something that would be really interesting.” (11:54)“There was a period where we [Buzzsprout] outranked Spotify for how to get a podcast on Spotify.” (18:17)“Almost everything we’ve ever done is we want to make it easier for people who are starting because the bet we were putting on podcasting was that it was gonna grow.” (20:46)“That’s what the Podcasting Index is trying to do now is help bring multiple hosts together, multiple apps together, listeners, everybody in the ecosystem.” (41:09)“Podcasts are much, much, much harder to grow than any other media type that I’ve ever engaged with.” (46:51)“Over the past seven years of being involved in this space, I’m becoming more and more optimistic that the content creators will prevail.” (54:49)THANK YOU SPONSORS!FocusriteFullCastLINKS MENTIONED*FullCast Website *Podcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitAlban’s LinkedInBuzzsprout WebsiteLink to PodclockAlban’s Twitter🎧Podcast Production & Marketing by FullCast

06:00 – Harry welcomes Evo Terra back to the podcast recap his journey traveling abroad and what brought him back home 10:14 – Evo speaks to the decision to leave corporate life and start his own podcast consulting company 17:32 – How Evo structures his work week and how he’s constantly learning from new generations 24:25 – Evo speaks to the mental shift that has come with age 30:02 – The importance of slowing down from time to time 31:33 – Evo talks about his show, Podcast Pontifications and what goes into the production process 41:53 – Evo speaks to the benefits of having such a meticulous and specific process 43:43 – How comedians have influenced Evo’s podcasting style 53:59 – Evo speculates on the future of podcasting 57:18 – Harry thanks Evo for joining the show, and let’s listeners know where they can connect with him 58:14 – Something Evo has changed his mind about recentlyTWEETABLES“The biggest thing I miss from traveling abroad is not being the weirdo. What I mean by that is every country I go to, I’m able to just sit on a bus, on a train, in a coffee shop, and the words around me aren’t words that I’m used to hearing. And, to me, to be able to disappear into that strangeness is great.” (07:56)“I have always tried to be cognizant of the fact that I may have the knowledge and the skills, but I don’t have the only way to do things. So I always like to learn from a generation or two or three below me. The way you’re doing things is the way things will be done. What I’m doing now is going to fade away and I get that. So, I’ve always tried to be open to doing things the new generation’s way.” (22:23)“For all the new podcast listeners out there, my ten minute long episode takes me three and a half hours to produce.” (35:12)“Comedians, their delivery is the greatest thing. It’s all about timing and building anticipation. So, when I am in presentation mode, you get a very different Evo than you’re getting right here. When I’m performing, I role back onto those people who are true performers.” (44:58)“Being able to generate content that is specific to you, where you are, or things important in your life that comes in different than things that are important to me, that’s pretty cool.” (52:30)THANK YOU SPONSORS!FocusriteFullCastLINKS MENTIONED*FullCast Website *Podcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupEvo’s LinkedInEvo’s WebsiteSimpler Media WebsitePodcast Pontifications WebsiteEvo’s PodcastEvo’s TwitterEvo’s First Visit to Podcast JunkiesPodcast Index NewPodcastApps Spotify’s Release Radar Playlist🎧Podcast Production & Marketing by FullCast

03:36 – Harry welcomes Craig Hewitt to the show to share his experience as an expert in running profitable and sustainable businesses09:11 – The inspiration to start the podcast, Seeking Scale, and lessons he’s learned along the way12:25 – How Craig thinks about content creation and the work he’s doing at Castos18:20 – What went into the decision to acquire Jay Acunzo’s podcast, 3 Clips22:59 – Craig provides his thoughts on Apple, Spotify and the future of private podcasting32:25 – How Craig has built his team and what inspired him to launch Castos35:28 – How Craig has grown as a founder and a podcast host38:23 – Craig speculates on the future of the podcasting industry41:28 – Craig speaks to the relationships he’s made in this industry throughout his career43:17 – What is something that Craig has changed his mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about Craig45:59 – Harry thanks Craig for joining the show, and let’s listeners know where they can connect with himTWEETABLES“It’s our responsibility to be honest about what we talk about. To some extent, we’re all influencers to somebody else and people are listening to us. And if people are listening to what we have to say and if you’re spouting this stuff that’s garbage and not realistic, you can influence somebody to make a poor decision in their life.” (07:42)“We want to be thought of and associated as a premier content creator.” (18:57)“We believe very heavily that private podcasting is the future of where our company is going and, I think, a big part of the industry is expanding to.” (24:05)“If you know the value of yourself and the show and the people that you’re approaching about sponsorship, you’ll have a much easier job of selling sponsorship.” (32:01)“With the background at Podcast Motor, we’ve been working with content creators a lot. One of the simple things we’ve done is brought on a producer in-house. We’ve become a small professional services arm that does editing and production. And now we have a creative person that works with customers and that’s the person who’s creating the show for us.” (32:55)“That’s one of the coolest things about this space is that so many people are willing to hop on a call just to chat and help you with things.” (42:33)THANK YOU SPONSORS!FocusriteFullCastLINKS MENTIONED*FullCast Website *Podcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitCraig’s LinkedInCraig’s EmailCraig’s Website Castos’ WebsiteCraig’s PodcastLink to The Nomadic EntrepreneurLink to Steve Pratt’s LinkedInLink to 3 Clips PodcastLink to Audience PodcastLink to Zapier🎧Podcast Production & Marketing by FullCast

04:04 – Harry welcomes Alex Sanfilippo to the show to discuss his background in the aerospace industry, his entrepreneurial journey and the importance of quality over perfection13:16 – Alex’s podcast origin story and how he landed on the topic of his show17:37 – How starting a podcast helped prepare Alex for starting a business20:58 – Alex reflects on his growth as a podcast host and a memorable interview he conducted29:02 – How Alex explains to non-podcasters what he does for a living and the powerful medium of podcasting32:09 – Alex speaks to his latest project, PodMatch35:53 – Alex talks about how much he learns while running his podcast39:02 – How Alex met his co-founder of PodMatch, Jesse Hunter45:30 – Alex speaks to his core values and the importance of having a support person or system49:59 – What excites Alex about the future of PodMatch52:54 – What is something that Alex has changed his mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about Alex58:51 – Harry thanks Alex for joining the show, and let’s listeners know where they can connect with himTWEETABLES“What I really liked doing was building something. I just enjoyed the act of doing that, learning something new, always being challenged.” (07:24)“That’s what made me decide to start a podcast. It was the side hustle to kind of scratch that itch of doing something that I felt that I was actually creating in real-time and could leave an impact with.” (14:19)“I look back now and I think what I love the most about it was the process of finding the guest, recording, editing, finding out the business side of it. I can even remember registering for an LLC and thoroughly enjoying it. Sure I was just starting a podcast, but I was starting a business. That was a practice for what my future was gonna look like.” (18:00)“I’m surprised how many people still don’t understand podcasting. One out of three people I tell don’t know what a podcast is or have never listened to one.” (30:50)“For me it all stems back to my faith. I’m really driven by that and it’s the most important thing in my life.” (35:07)“I take everyone really seriously because it’s the way I’d want to be treated. And I think being that student is gonna serve you a lot better than pretending you’re some sort of master at something.” (45:12)THANK YOU SPONSORS!FocusriteFullCastLINKS MENTIONED*FullCast Website *Podcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitAlex’s LinkedInAlex’s WebsitePodMatch WebsiteAlex’s PodcastLink to Jesse Hunter’s LinkedInLink to Catch Me If You Can MovieLink to John Lee Dumas PodcastLink to Scott Miller’sLink to Start from Zero🎧Podcast Production & Marketing by FullCast

06:00 – Harry welcomes Sue Stockdale to the show to discuss her work as an executive coach, the importance of mentorship and the decision to launch her podcast, Access to Inspiration11:56 – Sue shares the story of her adventure becoming the first UK woman to ski the Magnetic North Pole16:28 – Sue shares her thoughts on failure18:13 – Sue expounds on her passion for outdoor sports and lessons she’s learned from her travels20:35 – Sue’s podcast origin story22:28 – Sue talks about the potent combination of listening and movement24:33 – Sue defines Neuro-Linguistic Programming, or NLP, and how she’s utilized this skill28:09 – Sue speaks to the importance of asking the right questions32:22 – What motivated Sue to start her own podcast and early challenges she faced along the way35:09 – How Sue formats her podcast episodes and seasons and the boundaries she sets for herself43:10 – Practices Sue has implemented to put her guests into the right mindset46:19 – Sue reflects on her growth as a podcast host and recalls her favorite interview49:47 – What is something that Sue has changed her mind about recently and the most misunderstood thing about Sue53:05 – Harry thanks Sue for joining the show, and let’s listeners know where they can connect with herTWEETABLES“The world evolves and we as human beings evolve. What I wanted to learn from a mentor twenty odd years ago is quite different from what I want to learn today. It’s the nuanced, it’s the subtly of the behavior or the skill that you want to practice and learn from.” (09:23)“Failure isn’t about disaster. Failure is about learning and picking yourself up and making sure you don’t make the same mistake twice.” (16:19)“I quite like to not necessarily give my sole attention to the podcast when I’m having that experience. But I think there’s something really important about movement. Listening and movement is a really potent combination, I find.” (22:28)“Neuro being your brain, your mind, linguistic being the language you’re speaking, and the programming is how are you programming the language you’re using. I also then think about this idea of modeling excellence. So, if I see somebody that’s really great at a particular skill or behaving in a particular way, there’s a whole series of questions that help to uncover what it is they’re doing, often unconsciously.” (24:50)“I think that’s what podcast hosts can also do is to be able to help the guest get out of their own way and uncover some new insight and thinking. And that’s where those value-added moments will appear in the podcast.” (32:03)“The boundary gives you focus and it gives you intention to say, ‘in these episodes, this is the attention we’re trying to achieve here.’ And that’s how coaching works.” (37:48)THANK YOU SPONSORS!FocusriteFullCastLINKS MENTIONED*FullCast Website *Podcast Junkies Junkies Facebook GroupLink to Podfest Expo Virtual SummitSue’s LinkedInSue’s WebsiteAccess to Inspiration WebsiteSue’s TwitterSue’s Facebook Sue’s Podcast<a...