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Podcast Junkies - Conversations with Fascinating Podcasters

Interested in the world of podcasting and looking to be inspired by those that have demonstrated success with their shows? Since 2014 Harry Duran, Founder of podcast agency FullCast, has had hundreds of conversations with some of the most fascinating podcasters in the podosphere. His relaxed, conversational format allows guests to kick back their heels and share valuable and sometimes personal insights of their podcasting journey. If you're looking to open your mind and heart to new possibilities, this is the show for you! Follow the journey: https://harryduran.com

Episodes

304 Moritz Kaminski - The Lightning Network, Podcaster Wallets & Value for Value

Episode Summary Moritz 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. E...

Oct 21, 202248 min

303 Laura Michelle Powers - Psychic Channeling, 3D Consciousness & Networking through Podcasts

Episode Summary Laura 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. Epi...

Oct 07, 20221 hr 5 min

302 Anna DeShawn - Amplifying the Inspiring Stories of BIPOC & QTPOC Creatives

Episode Summary Anna DeShawn is the Founder and CEO of E3 Radio, an online radio station playing Queer & 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 & 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 b...

Sep 30, 20221 hr 8 min

301 Jeremy Enns - Going Narrow & Being Uncomfortably Specific

Episode Summary Jeremy 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...

Sep 06, 20221 hr 23 min

300 Chris Curran - A Liberating Journey & Spiritual Metamorphosis

Episode Summary Chris 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 Sponsor FullCast –  https://fullcast.co/ Key Takeaways 06:26 – Harry and his good friend and Founder of Podcast Engineer...

Aug 23, 202254 min

299 Majeed Mogharreban - The Power of Becoming: Providing Humor & Inspiration to the Masses

Episode Summary Author, 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 Sponsor FullCast –  https://fullcast.co/ Key Takeaways 06:26 – Expert speaker Majeed Mogharreban ...

Aug 09, 202248 min

298 Mike McAllen - Spirituality, Coping with Loss, & Putting Out Fires

Episode Summary Author, 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 a...

Jul 15, 202256 min

297 Cate Stillman - Ayurvedic Medicine, Yoga Healing & Urine Therapy

Episode Summary Founder & CEO of YogaHealer & 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...

Jul 01, 20221 hr 14 min

296 Donna Loughlin - Manifesting Up: The Desire to Tell Stories That Aren’t Being Told

Episode Summary Award-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 h...

Jun 23, 202251 min

295 Sam Sethi - Self-Deprecation, Sarcasm & Creating Communities Through Podcasting

Episode Summary Award-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 Sponsor FullCast –  https://fullcast.co...

Jun 09, 20221 hr 5 min

294 Chris Martinez - Mexican Wrestling & Hidden Gems in Remote Teams Telling the Whole Story

Episode Summary Chris 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 Sponsor FullCast –  https://fullcast.co/ Key Takeaw...

Jun 06, 202258 min

293 Lindsay Tjepkema - Making a Podcast the Nucleus of Your Marketing Strategy

Episode Summary Lindsay 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 pro...

May 25, 202253 min

292 Mathew Passy - Storytelling & Connecting with Audiences Over Corporatization in Podcasts

Episode Summary Mathew 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 podc...

May 03, 202259 min

291 Brenden Mulligan - From Founding Startups to Problem-Solving For Podcasters

Episode Summary Brenden 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 ...

Apr 29, 202257 min

290 Dave Jones - Why Value For Value Is Good For Podcasting

Episode Summary Dave 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 decentralize...

Apr 08, 20221 hr 17 min

289 Jonathan Baillie Strong - Strategy & Execution Lessons for Launching a Podcast

Episode Summary Founder 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 thei...

Mar 24, 20221 hr 1 min

288 Austin Petersmith - Publishing Voices That Yearn to be Heard

Episode Summary Austin 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 ha...

Mar 11, 202255 min

287 Marla Isackson - Elevating Women’s Voices & Building The Only Indie Women’s Podcast Network (Empire)

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 Col...

Feb 21, 202259 min

286 Garret & Sabrina - A Passion for Dinosaurs & Building a Niche Podcast Community

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...

Jan 27, 202259 min

285 Jack Stafford - Spirituality, The Aetherius Society and What Makes a Podsong

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 ...

Jan 17, 202254 min

284 Tristan Pelligrino - Everybody’s got a Story to Tell

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 & grow a successful B2B podcast. Today, Harry and Tristan discuss the challenges of launching, running and growing a podcast. Tri...

Jan 02, 20221 hr 4 min

283 Eric Johnson - The Evolution of Journalism and What I Learned at All Things Digital

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 in...

Dec 24, 20211 hr 5 min

282 Coding, Freelancing & Choosing Your Own Adventure with Rob Joseph

Episode Summary Harry welcomes to the show app developer, freelancer and podcaster, Rob Joseph. Rob is the host of the Coffee & Coding podcast, a show that provides interviews & insights with experienced developer's across all aspects of App Development, including topics ranging from Flutter, Cyber Security, Freelancing, Android & 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 come...

Dec 17, 202159 min

281 Dino Cattaneo - A Renaissance Man From Milan

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 ...

Dec 06, 202152 min

280 Anna Furmanov - Forever a Creator & Podcaster

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 market...

Nov 22, 202152 min

279 Todd Brown - Different Gets Attention

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, ...

Nov 12, 20211 hr 1 min

278 Ponyboy Pol - Be Creative, Stay Humble

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 a...

Oct 29, 20211 hr

277 Bill Barol & Mat Ricardo - Creators Respecting Creators

Harry welcomes to the show, co-hosts of the Imagination and Junk podcast, Bill Barol & 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...

Oct 13, 202159 min

276 Joe Casabona - Curiosity Beats Criticism

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 pri...

Oct 01, 20211 hr 8 min

275 Jen Briney - Talking Government, Not Politics

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...

Sep 17, 20211 hr 21 min