Episodes

Ryan Gray is a former flight surgeon in the United States Air Force and the founder of Medical School HQ. He is the host of The Premed Years Podcast, where he answers questions and interviews other medical professionals/students for his show. Ryan says his main inspiration for starting a podcast came from Pat Flynn. Due to the nature of the job, Ryan also talks about the reason why doctors need to have hobbies outside of the medical industry. There were so many topics covered on this podcast episode as per usual, so be sure to listen in for more!

Corey Fineran is the founder of IvyEnvy.com and the lead host for The Ivy Envy Podcast. He has been a Cubs fan since 1985 and he and his co-hosts discuss the Cubs from a fan perspective on his show. Corey and I talk about a variety of different things on today's podcast, but what I found most interesting are the creative ways Corey and his co-hosts are monetizing the podcasts through meet ups and the use of Patreon. It's definitely worth a listen! Aside from that, we talk about Facebook, fan engagement, and even honey bees!

Erik Fisher is the host of Beyond the To Do List, a show that covers all aspects of productivity, getting good work done, and living a good life. Erik sits down with me on today's show to talk about a little bit of everything, really. We dive into topics that have nothing to do with podcasting, but on top of that, we also learn about Erik's process, how he selects his guests, some of his favorite podcasts, and much more!

I had the opportunity to interview the Gamertag Radio team at the CBS Radio’s Studio. I sit down with Danny Peña, Peter Toledo, and Parris Lilly to get behind-the-scenes details on Gamertag Radio. We learn about how the guys met each other, how much fun they have doing what they do, and the strong band-of-brothers bond they have for each other. 00:55 - I’m heading to CBS Radio to interview the guys over at Gamer Tag Radio, Danny Peña included. 04:15 - How important is communication for the guys? 06:30 - They’re always in each other’s lives and it’s never forced. 07:05 - The guys talk to each other 24/7 and it’s a unique aspect that they haven’t found with friends who they’ve known for even longer. 08:10 - Parris was a shy person, but by getting to know Peter and Danny, they have helped him get out of his comfort zone. 10:00 - Parris talks about his interview with Aisha Tyler. 16:00 - Danny still feels like he’s a little kid doing these interviews. He’s still having fun. 18:15 - Peter…

Rob Lawrence is a podcaster, audio producer, and a certified coach who helps creative entrepreneurs and business leaders embrace the power of sound. He is the host of the Inspirational Creatives Podcast and is dedicated to bringing fresh conversations to your ears. Rob has been a podcast host for the last two years and we discuss the ever-changing creative process that challenges us to create better and more inspiring shows. We break down Rob's interview style as well as his podcast format on today's show.

Brandon Beachum is the host of The Positive Head Podcast, a place of inner-discovery, positivity, and mind-expanding news. Brandon and his co-host Dalien discuss some of their favorite quotes, take questions from the audience, and expand on topics of enlightenment on this Mon-Fri podcast; and every Wednesday, Brandon interviews consciousness change-makers. Sit back as today's episode is filled with spirituality and personal discovery.

Tom Webster is a marketing executive and the vice president of Edison Research. He also co-hosts his own podcast, The Marketing Companion, with Mark Schaefer. Tom has been in the broadcast research industry for 25 years and has quite a bit to share on the topics of interviewing, storytelling, and podcast statistics. 05:45 - Tom believes the standards in podcasting have gotten better. 07:25 - How did Tom meet his co-host, Mark? 10:15 - Tom has been in media and broadcast research for almost 25 years. 12:25 - What kind of podcast/radio trends has Tom seen over at Edison? 17:20 - Tom shares some examples of people who are able to make that jump from radio to podcasting. 19:20 - There's a percentage of Millennials who don't know what podcasts are. 21:25 - Podcast discovery is still a huge problem. 22:55 - Tips on increasing your podcast audience: figure out what you're good at. 23:35 - Study the greats. 24:35 - Most things you hear from public media is scripted. 27:00 - Inside jokes do n…

As it is Memorial week, I am taking it a little bit easy for today's episode. However, I did want to share this interview where a guest appeared on Dave Mooring's Remarkable podcast, quite some time ago. This was back when I had around 50 episodes under my belt, so it's nice to go back in time and have a bit of a recap of what I was up to and into. I hope you guys enjoy! 03:00 - It took Dave about a year to launch his podcast. 05:20 - Get ready to listen to Dave interviewing Harry. 05:35 - Dave and Harry met at Podcast Movement. 06:15 - Harry talks about his passion for DJing. 09:00 - How did Harry make the leap from DJing to podcasting? 12:30 - New Media Expo inspired Harry to create Podcast Junkies. 13:15 - Harry hopes to create a DJ-related podcast in the future. 14:20 - Why did Harry create Podcast Junkies? 16:45 - Does Harry have any podcasts that have stood out for him? 19:05 - Harry's podcast hack is to listen to podcasts on 2x speed. 19:35 - Harry is really into the storytell…

Jason Parsons, aka 'The Angry Ginger', is the host of two podcasts, 7 Days a Geek and Podcasting 101. Jason talks about being a single father of 5 and how he got started in podcasting. He is also a big fan of comics and has written his own web series entitled E.L.E. Jason and I talk about comics, parenting, and how to create a compelling storyline that gets the audience's attention. 07:50 - Is ginger a derogatory term? 10:35 - Jason went to college to become a screenwriter. 11:45 - No matter what Jason has gone through, he knows someone else out there can relate to it. 12:30 - Jason talks about the fake radio station he had as a kid. 15:20 - Since everything is so digital these days, are we loosing that tactile feeling? 16:25 - What does Jason miss from his childhood? Playtime! 19:10 - Jason talks about the differences between his parenting style vs. his parents’ parenting style. 23:20 - Jason self-publishes his own comic books. 28:30 - Jason's comic book audience is going to hate hi…

Jo Milmine is the host of the Shineybees podcast, a show about knitting. Jo not only has created an amazing community filled with other knitters, but she also won the 2015 New Media Europe for Most Engaged Audience. Jo talks about how she got into podcasting and some of the fantastic things her audience has done for her when she was overseas. 06:10 - It's a bit surreal for Yann to be on the show because he's a fan himself! 06:50 - How did Yann come up with the name of his podcast? 07:25 - This is Yann's second podcast. 13:25 - Yann is a huge music fan and his first podcast has helped open doors for him in that industry. 17:40 - Yann's academic background really helped him embrace music. 18:10 - Yann gives a history lesson about where he is from in Switzerland. 26:05 - Switzerland is not all about chocolate and watches. 27:10 - Yann talks about his ethnic background. He's a very mixed breed! 32:05 - If you do something that you're passionate about, it will be easier for you to work ha…

Yann Ilunga is the host of the 360 Entrepreneur podcast. On his show, he sits down with some of the world’s top entrepreneurs, online marketing experts, and best-selling authors to talk about their successes and struggles. Yann shares his love for music and education on the show as well as why he decided to create two podcasts at the same time. 06:10 - It's a bit surreal for Yann to be on the show because he's a fan himself! 06:50 - How did Yann come up with the name of his podcast? 07:25 - This is Yann's second podcast. 13:25 - Yann is a huge music fan and his first podcast has helped open doors for him in that industry. 17:40 - Yann's academic background really helped him embrace music. 18:10 - Yann gives a history lesson about where he is from in Switzerland. 26:05 - Switzerland is not all about chocolate and watches. 27:10 - Yann talks about his ethnic background. He's a very mixed breed! 32:05 - If you do something that you're passionate about, it will be easier for you to work …

Erik Johnson discovered radio while he was studying architectureand has never looked back. He has been in the radio industry since1989 and currently helps podcasters cultivate their voice andtalent. Erik shares a bit of his story, the importance of silencein conversations, and some of the common mistakes new podcasterstend to make – like try to mimic someone else's voice. Tune in for more!

Andrew Lock has been video podcasting since 2008. His show HelpMy Business! is a free weekly web TV show that helps entrepreneursstand out from the crowd and build better businesses. Andrew isamazed by how much knowledge and power each individual has that canhelp shape another person's life. Listen in to Andrew's wise wordson working hard, helping others, and changing for the better.

Paul Colligan is another old school podcaster who began speaking on the microphone in 2004. He is also a YouTube and social media expert and was invited to speak on the topic, at a conference in Oman. He shares how he raises his kids in a world filled with technology that remembers every mistake you  make and tries to describe what radio is to someone who has never heard of it before. Paul also talks about his time in Germany and what it was like growing up there.

Ben Adair is a Peabody Award-winning journalist, entrepreneur, and educator. Ben first started his career in the alternative press before moving into radio and then podcasting. Ben discusses how his podcast has grown since its initial creation, and why he's more intently focused on delivering unique stories that stand out.

AJ Mihrzad is the author of the best selling book, The Mind BodySolution and interviews other online coaches for his podcast. As aself-proclaimed former fat kid and incredibly shy introvert, AJtalks on how he transformed his life and worked towards a life hereally wanted. There’s some great personal tidbits aboutfriendships, growing your business, and more in here that I reallyresonated with. Hope you enjoy the interview with AJ!Show Highlights

See the full show notes here: http://aboutmeditation.com/podcast/meditation-affirmations/

Michael Shaw is the host of The Conversation, a podcast aboutthe contemporary arts. He talks with various artists, collectors,dealers, curators and more on the show. Michael has been runninghis show since 2011 and he talks about some of the upcomingchallenges he is likely to face with growing his podcast. Michaelalso shares on how he has developed such a loyal following over theyears; to the point where people donate to his show.

Ibarionex is a photographer, writer, educator and the host ofThe Candid Frame photography podcast. He has been podcasting forthe past 10 years and talks on how he just recently got introducedto more podcasters and the podcast community. With 10 years ofexperience in the podcasting world and more than 20 years inphotography, Ibarionex has a ton of great information to share.

Kari Gormley is the host of The Running Lifestyle Show. Her showprovides encouragement and inspiration to runners who aspire to beultra-marathoners. Kari talks to me about her time in Sweden andthe culture shock she experienced while she was there. She alsotalks on some of the valuable lessons she learned when she traveledthe world for six months. Find out about Kari’s story and more intoday’s episode.

Evo Terra is currently traveling with his wife, of over 20years, all around the world. He’s sitting in Bangkok as he talks tome and you can obviously hear the exotic wild life behind himduring the interview. Evo is an OG because according to PodcastAlley, he was the 40th podcaster. So just like my previous guestDanny Pena, Evo has been podcasting for a long, long time. Heshares his stories on how he got into this medium, the variouspodcasts he has started, and why he ‘prunes’ his friends.Show Highlights05:00 – Evo is in Bangkok,Thailand right now.09:10 – According to PodcastAlley, Evo was the 40th podcaster.11:10 – Why did podcastinginterest him?15:30 – There’s no way to keep amedium pure.17:00 – How are these randompeople considering themselves ‘gurus’?18:10 – How many podcasts has Evostarted? It’s either 7 or 1,000!19:30 – Why did Evo startPodiobooks?28:10 – Remember, Evo is doing allof this while he’s in Bangkok!29:45 – The Slack …

Danny Peña has been podcasting for last 10+ years and has a tonof experience to bring to the table. He is the founder and host ofGamerTagRadio and has received international media attention fromForbes, Gamespot, IGN, Wall Street Journal, and more. He also wonthe Microsoft MVP award both in ’05 and ’09 and hosted the firstgaming show for Discovery Channel Latin America.

Brittany and Amanda are the co-hosts of Once Upon a Podcast, apodcast about the TV show Once Upon a Time. Each week the co-hostsoffer constructive thoughts and insights about the show, and more!Brittany and Amanda discuss some of their favorite TV shows andearly childhood recollections with me. They also talk about howwriters who reveal too much ‘behind-the-scenes’ information canspoil a bit of the TV magic.Show Highlights04:50 – What kind of podcastingskills have Britt and Amanda learned?06:30 – How did Amanda get intopodcasting?07:50 – When did Britt discoverpodcasts?11:05 – Podcasts are the perfectmedium for education.14:55 – Why did Britt and Amandachoose Once Upon a Time as a topic for their show?21:20 – Are there other Once Upona Time podcasts?26:45 – Best TV show ever? Borgen!It’s the Danish version of West Wing/House of Cards.27:55 – Britt talks about herearliest memory of a TV show.29:35 – First movie Amanda eversaw? Little …

Ron Dawson is a film maker and the host of the Radio Film Schoolpodcast. Ron’s show is a radio documentary series on the subjectsof film making, movies, and cinema. He adds a lot of fun TV andmovie references into his show, which just adds to the richness ofhis podcast. I recently met Ron on Blab and when I heard hispodcast for the first time, I had to binge listen to all of hisshows.