Voices of Search // A Search Engine Optimization (SEO) & Content Marketing Podcast

SEO metrics face a critical shift with AI search features. Kevin Indig, growth advisor and former Shopify SEO Director, explains why measuring AI overviews and AI mode performance now outweighs traditional rankings. He recommends tracking position one visibility as a key signal for AI overview inclusion, while using keyword rankings as directional indicators rather than primary KPIs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How will SEO's relationship with content evolve in the near future? Kevin Indig, growth advisor and former SEO leader at multiple companies, examines the shifting content landscape. He discusses the necessity of incorporating AI into content creation workflows while maintaining human oversight, and explores how SEOs must balance declining per-article traffic value against increased content production capabilities.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

AI Overviews are poised to replace featured snippets. Kevin Indig, growth advisor and former Director of SEO at Shopify, weighs in on this significant search evolution expected by late 2025. He explains why AI Overviews make more logical sense for users and search engines, predicting the eventual phasing out of traditional featured snippets as AI-generated content summaries become the new standard.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Google's AI mode is transforming search visibility overnight. Kevin Indig, independent advisor, shares strategic approaches for adapting to AI-generated search results. He explains how to measure influence rather than rankings, conduct direct user research instead of relying on keyword tools, and optimize for multimodal experiences across platforms like YouTube and Reddit to maintain visibility in AI overviews.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Balancing journalistic quality with search performance is a critical SEO challenge. Dina Rickman from GoFundMe shares her expertise on creating content that satisfies both editorial standards and search algorithms. She recommends hiring former journalists to create high-quality content that naturally performs well in search, emphasizing that exceptional content published in traditional media will also succeed in SEO. Rickman argues that today's best SEO content often exceeds traditional journalism standards, creating lasting value rather than short-term ranking gains.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Search visibility versus reader engagement presents a false dichotomy. Dina Rickman, from GoFundMe, explains why reader engagement ultimately drives sustainable search visibility in the long term. She explores why brands should prioritize answering user questions effectively rather than simply appearing everywhere, and demonstrates how negative brand associations from poor content can undermine visibility gains.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Journalistic integrity and SEO success share a symbiotic relationship. Dina Rickman from GoFundMe explains how quality content must deliver on the promise of its headline and target keywords to truly rank well. She emphasizes that effective SEO content requires honesty, specificity for the intended audience, and the ability to fulfill user expectations—principles that mirror fundamental journalistic standards.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is clickbait truly harmful or just misunderstood? Dina Rickman from GoFundMe reframes the clickbait debate by distinguishing between compelling headlines and content that fails to deliver on its promise. She argues that creating interest-driving headlines is fundamental to publishing success, while emphasizing that the real problem occurs when content doesn't fulfill what the headline promised.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In a rapid-fire discussion, Dina Rickman reveals how core journalism principles inform SEO strategies. She emphasizes the importance of the 'who, what, where, why, when, how' framework, noting that immediate context is crucial for audience engagement. The conversation highlights how effective content must deliver relevance and sustain interest, transforming casual visitors into returning users. By connecting the dots between journalism and SEO, Rickman showcases strategies that keep users hooked and reduce bounce rates.

In today's content-saturated landscape, SEO needs journalistic principles. Dina Rickman, Senior Director at GoFundMe, shares how her background in journalism transformed her approach to search strategy. She explains how firsthand experience and original reporting create content that genuinely engages users, why traditional keyword-focused tactics are losing effectiveness, and how editorial intuition can be developed through data analysis and experimentation.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.