Podcast Junkies - Storytelling Interviews & Conversations with Podcasters Podcasting Passionately

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. 06:25 - How much prep time goes into each of Brandon's guests? 07:35 - Brandon does five episodes a week. 09:45 - Brandon and I talk podcast equipment. 10:20 - What inspired Brandon to start his own podcast? 14:40 - Brandon talks on how he met his co-host, Dalien. 18:00 - When Brandon and Dalien were in a band, they were definitely ahead of the times. 19:25 - Your current dreams are actually leading you to your true destiny. So don't get too attached to your dreams. 20:30 - The art of living is a delicate balance. You don't always get what you want, but you get what you need. 21:25 - Why did Brandon decide to create a podcast five days a week? 26:00 - Brandon explains what 'soul family' is. 27:10 - After doing this podcast for a year, Brandon's audience has increased quite dramatically. 29:50 - Happiness is a choice and if Brandon can impact one person, he's absolutely happy with that. 32:30 - How does Brandon structure the show? 35:40 - Happiness and positivity requires daily work. 37:30 - Everything you've seen in the world is a reflection of some vibration that you've previously offered. 37:40 - The way through it, even if you don't like it, is to surrender to it and accept it. It leads you here. 38:55 - Brandon talks about his relationship with money. 46:45 - You're the lead actor in your own private movie, so it's about making up the story you want to see more of. 47:40 - We create our reality with our beliefs. 49:40 - Life is happening for you, not to you. 52:20 - People need to get out of their own head sometimes. 54:40 - Understand that whatever is happening is happening for a good reason. 57:20 - Brandon talks about an experience he had with physics. 01:03:00 - There is no right or wrong way. All you have to do is get on the path. 01:04:10 - Brandon talks about religion vs. spirituality. 01:06:20 - What is the most misunderstood thing about Brandon? 01:08:25 - What has Brandon changed his mind about recently? 01:12:20 - What is the meaning of life? FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/brandon-beachum-interview/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Tom Webster, vice president of Edison Research and co-host of The Marketing Companion podcast, talks about podcast standards, trends in podcasting, podcast discovery, and tips for increasing podcast audience. He also discusses the art of conveying difficult subjects through storytelling and the power of engaging the audience. Tom shares insights on podcast statistics, the recent Infinite Dial Report, and the importance of presenting numbers properly.

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 storytelling genre lately. 20:35 - The storyteller podcasters often do not know anybody from the 'famous' entrepreneurial podcasting world like John Lee Dumas or Pat Flynn. 23:30 - What's Harry's goal with the podcast? 25:45 - Focus on building a quality show. 26:30 - Outside of Harry's podcast, he works as an IT consultant. 27:00 - It's not easy to monetize a podcast. 32:00 - What's the most effective way to increase listenership? 36:35 - How does Harry select his guests? 40:00 - What lessons has Harry learned when trying to build his brand? 49:55 - What is Harry's most memorable interview? 53:35 - Final piece of advice for podcasters? It may take some time to discover your voice. FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/harry-duran-remarkable/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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 him because he plans to kill some of his characters off 30:00 - The problem with a lot of movies these days is that you have a hard time relating to the characters. 32:25 - If you're interested in comics, pick up Words for Pictures by Brian Michael Bendis. 32:55 - All you have to do is just read and start creating. 33:30 - Is there a community of indie comic book writers out there? 35:15 - It's a lot of money to print your comic book on-demand. 36:10 - Why did Jason start the 7 Days a Geek podcast? 41:50 - What do some people not understand about being a single dad? 43:20 - What is the most misunderstood thing about Jason? 44:50 - What has Jason changed his mind about recently? 50:00 - Jason talks about his other podcast, Podcasting 101. FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/jason-parsons-interview/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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 harder in it. 32:25 - It never feels like work when Yann's on his podcast. 33:25 - The school grading system is completely different in Italy compared to Switzerland. 35:55 - Yann's podcast is in English even though it is not his native language. 40:00 - Why did Yann choose the entrepreneur genre? 45:15 - What has Yann learned to do better since he started his podcast? 48:25 - Yann talks about his grandmother. 50:40 - What has Yann changed his mind about recently? 54:55 - When you step out of your comfort zone, you realize it really wasn't as scary as you thought. 58:00 - If you're a man in Switzerland, military service is mandatory. 01:00:10 - Once you believe in what you're doing, you should never feel worried about what people have to say. 01:04:15 - Yann talks about the Podcast Summit he is hosting. FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/jo-milmine-interview/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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 harder in it. 32:25 - It never feels like work when Yann's on his podcast. 33:25 - The school grading system is completely different in Italy compared to Switzerland. 35:55 - Yann's podcast is in English even though it is not his native language. 40:00 - Why did Yann choose the entrepreneur genre? 45:15 - What has Yann learned to do better since he started his podcast? 48:25 - Yann talks about his grandmother. 50:40 - What has Yann changed his mind about recently? 54:55 - When you step out of your comfort zone, you realize it really wasn't as scary as you thought. 58:00 - If you're a man in Switzerland, military service is mandatory. 01:00:10 - Once you believe in what you're doing, you should never feel worried about what people have to say. 01:04:15 - Yann talks about the Podcast Summit he is hosting. Full Show Notes: http://podcastjunkies.com/Yann-Ilunga-Interview★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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 formore! 04:15 - Erik has been in radio since 1989. 05:10 - When Erik first started in radio, he tried to learneverything he could. He loves to learn. 05:50 - Does Erik have a teacher or mentor that also has such astrong desire to learn? 08:20 - What is a program director? 09:45 - Erik has a degree in architecture, but he fell out oflove with it after three years. 12:25 - How did Erik make the leap from architecture tobroadcasting? 13:45 - Erik hated speaking in front of people all throughouthigh school. 15:05 - It's just a matter of doing it enough until you're notscared anymore. 20:15 - Does Erik remember the separation between podcastingand radio? 21:15 - Podcasts changed for Erik when he got his iPhone. 21:35 - Erik started writing about podcasting before he didit. 24:25 - Erik and I talk about growing up as a child and howresilient we were. 28:10 - I remember the day Atari showed up at my house. 29:15 - Erik thought if he was able to teach others what he hadlearned in radio, people's podcasts would be 29:25 - The podcasting genre has become stronger overtime. 33:25 - We can always learn new things and craft our artbetter. 33:55 - When Erik coaches his clients, he tries to enhancetheir strengths. 34:25 - New podcasters try to sound like the 'radio guy' orsomebody else. 37:40 - You don't have to revamp your show, but you'd besurprised by what a bit of change can do to it. 38:40 - Erik talks about the importance of silence inconversations, especially in audio. 43:25 - Does Erik have a proud teacher moment? 45:55 - What has Erik changed his mind about recently? 49:25 - What is the most misunderstood thing about Erik? 50:40 - Erik is a fan of magic tricks and magicians. Full Show Notes:http://www.podcastjunkies.com/Erik-K-Johnson-interview/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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. 05:25 - I met Andrew about a week ago. 06:45 - Believe it or not, Andrew is an introvert. 07:10 - So many interesting relationships have been built fromgetting out of your comfort zone. 07:25 - Andrew is currently focused on video podcasts and hasbeen doing this since 2008. 11:40 - Andrew moved from England to the US in 2003. 13:10 - Video podcasts were still very new when Andrew startedhis business. 14:20 - It helped a lot that Andrew knew how to create engagingvideos, but he wasn't a presenter himself. 17:45 - The first episodes Andrew ever created still make himcringe. 17:50 - There will always be a learning curve. 20:05 - Who inspired Andrew on the presentation/video host sideof things? 22:25 - Andrew shares an interesting way to keep people hookedthrough the opening credits. 29:30 - Make sure you are true to who you are or else you'll bea poor copy of someone else. 30:15 - It takes time to discover who you are. 33:45 - Does the UK have a big entrepreneurial movement orfollowing the way the US does? 38:25 - It's a lot easier for Andrew to stand out in the USbecause he's from England. 40:15 - Like most entrepreneurs, Andrew was pretty muchunemployable. 40:55 - Andrew is a hard worker and he wants to be rewarded forthat, however employment isn't always the be 44:55 - If you are passionate and willing to work hard, thenAndrew will help you as much as he can. 47:30 - It's powerful knowing you can teach someone to thepoint where it will change their life. 51:25 - Andrew shares a story about his friend, who was abusedas a child. 53:00 - People can change, even with the worstcircumstances. 53:20 - Change cannot be forced. It has to come from within theperson. 54:10 - Some people just feel so broken that they feel likethey have no control over their own lives. 55:35 - You have to prove it to yourself and those who havehurt you that you can overcome this. 57:05 - What has Andrew changed his mind about recently? 01:00:45 - What's the one most misunderstood thing aboutAndrew? 01:03:30 - Andrew loves the comedian Brian Regan. Full Show Notes: http://podcastjunkies.com/Andrew-Lock-Interview★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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.  07:45 - Paul talks about his recent trip to Oman.   12:55 - We have a vision in our head of who our podcast listeners are, but when you meet them it's very different.   16:45 - Podcasting is not a big thing in Oman, but people appreciated the power it held.   19:20 - Paul was asked about Donald Trump while he was in Oman.   21:15 - Paul spent about an hour in a government-sponsored virtual reality startup.   23:45 - Where did Paul's desire to teach stem from? 28:30 - What was Paul's earliest recollection of interacting with some sort of technology? 32:45 - Paul was talking about an idea on the podcast and someone went off and created a business around it. 35:25 - Paul runsa ‘ no Snapchat’  household.   37:10 - How do you describe radio to someone who doesn’ t know what radio is?   40:15 - Anything you do to limit your children's access to technology is going to eventually hurt their future.   43:50 - How long did Paul live in Germany for? Around 8 years. 46:15 - Paul recommends the movie, Good Bye, Lenin.   47:55 - What is one of Paul's fondest memories of Germany?   50:55 - Paul talks about having his kids travel more.   52:45 - Paul breaks down all the podcast shows he has started/worked on.   55:10 - Ever heard of Over The Rhine?   56:15 - Who has been a mentor to Paul?   58:50 - Is monetization the right model for podcasts?   01:00:10 - There's nothing that says you can't be compensated for doing things that you're passionate about. 01:00:25 - What has Paul changed his mind about recently?   FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/paul-colligan-interview/  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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.    05:00 - Ben and I headed to the local bar to do this interview. 08:55 - How has California impacted Ben?   10:05 - L.A is a city of secrets and imagination. 11:15 - Was Ben ever in danger during his journalist career?     14:15 - What was Ben's earliest memory of being curious?   16:15 - When Ben first started the podcast, how involved was he in the podcasting community? 19:55 - What's so cool abut podcasting is that you can niche down on the most surprising topics.   20:20 - The differences between radio and podcasting.   22:20 - There really are no rules to podcasting.   27:50 - If a podcast is done well, you feel like you're in the same room with them.   33:34 - Podcasting is definitely a 'learn as you go' process.   33:55 - Did Ben ever interview someone who made him feel nervous? 39:05 - It can be difficult to craft an excellent story when you take away the time factor. How long should my podcast really be?   42:10 - Ben talks about the first episode he has done and how his show has evolved since then.   46:45 - Reality TV is more soul-crushing than any 'confession journal' that's out there.   50:25 - Ben talks about Humans of New York.   50:50 - Vulnerable stories are growing because too many people on social media present a 'perfect' image of themselves on there.   51:10 - How does this new environment affect Ben's children?   53:00 - What's the most misunderstood thing about Ben?   54:45 - What's something Ben has changed his mind about recently? 57:50 - Ben's podcast is not on hiatus, he's just working on a story that's really, really hard.   01:01:25 - People might not assume Ben is an emotional person, but he actually is.   01:07:45 - Ben really tries to interview people face-to-face.   01:09:45 - How do you decide what/where home is?   01:12:05 - Ben talks about the upcoming shows he's planning on releasing.   FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/ben-adair-interview/  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★