Podcast Junkies - Storytelling Interviews & Conversations with Podcasters Podcasting Passionately

Jon Nastor is the host of Hack The Entrepreneur and the co-host of Show Runner. Jon has had his own business for the past 13 years and talks to me on his love for punk rock music, whom inspired him to leave the 9-5 work structure, and his daughter’s entrepreneurial spirit. Jon is also out with a new book titled Hack the Entrepreneur, which you can purchase on Amazon. Show Highlights 03:15 – Jon talks family. 07:20 – Entrepreneurship is more natural than a 9-5 job. 09:00 – Who inspired Jon to be independent? 10:25 – Making mistakes is how we learn. 12:40 – Jon talks about his previous ‘real’ job. 15:55 – What stood out the most about Jon’s last job? 19:00 – Jon talks about music. 21:15 – Jon loves Punk Rock music. 24:35 – Is Jon a nonconformist? 28:50 – Jon talks about his daughter’s entrepreneurial spirit. 33:00 – Why did Jon start his own business? 37:00 – What gave Jon the confidence to believe he could do it? 45:30 – Jon wouldn’t have been able to speak with the entrepreneurs he wanted to without his podcast. 47:40 – Despite popular belief, Jon is not well-rounded. 48:00 – How did Jon meet Jerod Morris? 53:55 – Jon takes extensive notes while he is recording the show with his guests. 57:55 – You can ask Jon for his PDF interview ‘cheat sheet’ at Jon@HackTheEntrepreneur.com or Twitter. 58:15 – What’s one thing Jon has changed his mind about recently? 01:01:00 – Check out http://hacktheentrepreneur.com/ and please check out Jon’s book.   FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/74    ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Espree Devora is the host of the WeAreLATech, focused on LA Startups, and the Hello Customer podcasts. She co-produced the panel “WHERE’S WALDO? Finding Social Influencers & Decreasing Your Costs”, which brought in over 11,500 viewers in under an hour via live stream. Espree doesn’t hold anything back in this interview and opens up on why her business failed. Show Highlights 02:55 – This is my first podcast interview in the car and my second in-person interview – ever. 05:15 – Espree could really use some life instructions on guys. 07:15 – Conclusion: There’s no hope for Espree. 09:20 – Why does Espree love podcasting? 11:25 – Was it overwhelming for Espree to start her own podcast? 15:10 – We talk podcast formats. 17:15 – Espree and I talk microphones and how to talk into them properly. 20:35 – Be concerned about your audio quality. 20:50 – It takes roughly two minutes to impress me when I listen to a podcast. 24:05 – Is Espree always like this? 28:40 – What happened to Espree’s sports company? 42:30 – What was the most surprising thing about working on a yacht? 49:50 – Does Espree meditate? 57:35 – When Espree’s company failed, she went into a two year depression. 01:00:40 – Integrity is incredibly important to Espree. 01:03:00 – Espree talks about her Hello Customer podcast. 01:08:10 – Espree talks Hello Customer stats. 01:10:30 – How important is family to Espree? 01:15:25 – What is Espree excited about?   FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/73  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Patrick Keller is the host of the Big Séance Podcast and a middle school vocal music teacher. His podcast opens up a discussion on all thing paranormal and touches on subjects like ghost hauntings, spirit communication, paranormal research, and more. Patrick talks about his childhood, his podcast obsession, and his intense interest in the paranormal. Show Highlights 04:15 – Patrick went through the whole Podcast Junkies catalog. 04:40 – Patrick ‘stole’ my hashtag idea. 07:10 – What makes Patrick listen to all the episodes in a podcast that he’s recently discovered? 11:35 – Does Patrick plan on going to Podcast Movement? 13:20 – Patrick talks about being a music teacher. 18:45 – Why is Patrick interested in the paranormal? 25:15 – Why did Patrick start his podcast? 32:00 – Patrick talks about his posting schedule. 36:25 – What’s Patrick’s ‘big fish’ guest list? 36:50 – Why are paranormal TV shows so popular? 39:25 – Is The Blair Witch Project considered paranormal? 45:40 – Patrick did almost every creative class in school. 48:00 – Patrick talks about his dad. 48:50 – I also wanted to build a water slide when I was younger. 52:40 – Patrick talks about his hometown. 57:20 – Was it really a simpler time back when we were growing up? 01:01:40 – Who are Patrick’s mentors? 01:08:10 – What kind of challenges will Patrick have growing the show? 01:12:05 – What’s the most misunderstood thing about Patrick? 01:16:00 – Patrick hasn’t had any luck with the Ouija board.   FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/72  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Morgan Dix is the co-founder and creative director for About Mediation, as well as the host of The OneMind Meditation podcast. He has 15 years of formal meditation training in a contemporary yoga and meditation ashram, where he also created online courses and learning opportunities for thousands of people. Morgan talks on how he found meditation, his involvement with EnlightenNext, and the key differences between mindfulness and meditation. Show Highlights 04:50 – What was Mark surprised about at Podcast Movement? 08:25 – Mark talks about his first podcast: The DC Universe Podcast. 12:40 – Podcasting has made Mark a better conversationalist. 19:55 – Mark talks about his mother. 25:00 – Mark talks about his friend Ben Beaumont. 32:30 – That one guest isn’t going to ‘make’ your show. 36:10 – Mark and I talk about our intros. 40:35 – UK vs. US podcasting? 44:35 – Mark is a Dick Grayson/Nightwing fan. 45:05 – Mark talks comics. 52:20 – His first memory of the United States: Superman. 56:40 – Who are Mark’s mentors? 01:01:50 – What has Mark changed his mind about recently?   FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/71  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Bill Barol is the host of HOME: Stories From L.A. and the author of Thanks for Killing Me. He is also a journalist and has written for various web sites such as Forbes, Huffington Post, and others. Although Bill’s podcast is relatively new, it really stood out to me because of its high quality. Bill talks on how he came up with the theme for the podcast and why he decided to use podcasting as the medium. This episode is a bit longer than usual, so get comfortable and enjoy the show! Show Highlights 00:05:35 – I talk about the quality of Bill’s podcast. 00:06:25 – What has the reaction to Bill’s podcast been like so far? 00:08:55 – Why did Bill decide to get into podcasting? 00:14:05 – Bill talks about equipment used for podcasting. 00:16:10 – Even though Bill’s podcast is new, I knew right away he was taking it seriously. 00:20:15 – Home is a loaded word, so why did he choose it for the theme of his podcast? 00:25:20 – Bill has a complicated relationship with Philadelphia, the city he grew up in. 00:29:30 – Bill is open to hearing out people’s story ideas for his podcast. 00:32:15 – Why was the 1994 Northridge earthquake a defining moment for Bill? 00:36:25 – That story stood out to me because I was in New York during 9/11. 00:38:55 – How does Bill choose the music he uses in the podcast? 00:44:25 – We learn about the back story behind Episode 2: In Their Room. 00:55:05 – Bill talks about Episode 3: One Man’s Town, and Episode 5: Growing Up 818. 01:09:10 – Bill talks about his experience in journalism and the transformation from print to digital. 01:12:50 – Bill talks about the cover piece he wrote on David Letterman. 01:16:55 – We talk about co-sleeping with our pets. 01:18:25 – What has Bill changed his mind about recently? 01:20:10 – What challenges does Bill anticipate while trying to grow the show? 01:28:00 – Be consistent with your podcast. 01:30:00 – Bill has been publishing 2-3 minute extras from each interview that didn’t make the cut.   FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/70  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Mark Asquith is the host of the Excellence Expected podcast, which is the number one small business podcast in the United Kingdom. Mark and I geek out a little bit on DC comics/superheroes and the nostalgia effect that happens when we pick up a comic. We also find out about Mark’s former mentors and the growing popularity of podcasts in the UK. Show Highlights 04:50 – What was Mark surprised about at Podcast Movement? 08:25 – Mark talks about his first podcast: The DC Universe Podcast. 12:40 – Podcasting has made Mark a better conversationalist. 19:55 – Mark talks about his mother. 25:00 – Mark talks about his friend Ben Beaumont. 32:30 – That one guest isn’t going to ‘make’ your show. 36:10 – Mark and I talk about our intros. 40:35 – UK vs. US podcasting? 44:35 – Mark is a Dick Grayson/Nightwing fan. 45:05 – Mark talks comics. 52:20 – His first memory of the United States: Superman. 56:40 – Who are Mark’s mentors? 01:01:50 – What has Mark changed his mind about recently?   FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/69★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Taki Moore is the co-host of the Sales Marketing Profit podcast and the host of Coach Marketing Machine. Taki has a background in marketing and has been an inspirational coach to me. We met through a mutual friend, James Schramko, who I have also interviewed here. On the show, Taki shares his story on why he hates shoes, his first real job experience, and how he handles adversity. Show Highlights 04:10 – Taki talks about CrossFit. 09:25 – Who was Taki’s first mentor? 12:40 – Taki talks about his first cubicle job. 19:00 – How does Taki travel with his kids? 26:55 – Are you meant to just be a clock puncher? 30:35 – Why does Taki walk around barefoot? 38:00 – What are Taki’s podcasts about? 41:45 – Taki talks on the architecture of the content you’re creating. 47:20 – How important are friends to Taki? 58:00 – How does Taki handle adversity? 01:02:50 – There’s always time for some exciting adventures. 01:05:45 – We have a choice on how we want to handle adversity.   FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/68★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Amy Schmittauer is a professional vlogger on YouTube and the host of The Social Authority Podcast. Amy talks on the main reason for creating her podcast, why she loves the video format just as much as the audio, and whether or not she’ll continue creating podcast episodes after February of next year. Show Highlights 04:20 – Amy and I discuss The Podcast Movement. 06:35 – Amy talks about YouTube. 12:10 – Did Amy have imposture syndrome when she started the podcast? 14:45 – Amy loves editing. 18:10 – Amy talks about her siblings. 24:35 – You think you’re multitasking when listening to a podcast, but you’re actually not. 31:00 – It’s so easy to get quality content for free or at low-cost. 34:00 – What is it like living in the public eye? 39:20 – Amy talks about the things she learned while working at a law firm. 44:15 – It is very important to have confidence in yourself. 47:55 – Amy talks about her awesome relationship with Sue B. Zimmerman. 52:15 – You attract like-minded people into your life. 55:00 – Amy talks about her show, The Social Authority Podcast. 57:25 – Amy hates Skype and has been using Blab instead. 01:00:20 – What is Amy’s morning routine? 01:01:25 – Amy has recently changed her mind with her membership program.   FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/67  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Rem Lavictoire and Jonathan Colbon of The Sci-Fi Movie Podcast join me on the show to discuss their podcast and the various movies that have influenced them. We talk about Star Wars, Alien, Jaws, and so much more. This is definitely the podcast for all you movie buffs out there. To find out more about their show, go to http://sci fimoviepodcast.com/ Show Highlights 06:00 – How did the podcast get started? 09:00 – Rem talks about the podcast format. 13:50 – How does Rem select the movies? 16:40 – Star Wars was the first sci-fi movie Rem watched and Alien had the most impact. 18:20 – Jonathan’s first sci-fi movie was Star Trek 4. 22:50 – Where’s the line drawn between horror and sci-fi? 28:35 – What makes a movie become a classic? 37:50 – The Expendables was such a guilty pleasure. 43:45 – Jonathan failed grade 9. 47:35 – Star Wars vs Star Trek? 50:25 – How did Rem get started in radio? 01:05:10 – How is The Fast and The Furious still a thing? 01:06:00 – Were the guys disappointed that Back to the Future inventions still don’t exist? 01:11:30 – The guys talk about upcoming movies. 01:16:25 – What about the technology that exists today that -should- be considered sci-fi? 01:21:20 – Don’t forget to check out Rem and Jonathan’s podcast.   FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/66★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Lea Thau is a Peabody Award-winning producer and director, and she is also the creator and host of Strangers. Her podcast features true stories of people she meets. These ‘strangers’ bare it all on her podcast, and some even discover they aren’t who they thought they were. Lea has also taught storytelling to organizations around the country, including Google, Nike, Time Inc. and many others. Lea talks on the subject of living in New York City, the differences between Denmark and the U.S., and what her creative process is like. Show Highlights 07:45 – Why are people’s stories important to Lea? 12:15 – Lea talks on what it’s like to live in New York City. 25:20 – Lea discussed what people’s emotional states were like after 9/11. 33:50 – What was Lea’s experience like with India? 41:35 – Lea believes that being from Denmark has helped her gain interest in strangers. 49:15 – I talk about the book Spiral Dynamics. 51:15 – Lea is sometimes shocked by how brutal the U.S. system is. 58:15 – There’s two sides to the coin, especially as an immigrant living in the U.S. 01:05:10 – Lea describes her thought processes after talking to guests. 01:12:15 – Lea is personally invested in her guests and has cried during interviews. 01:17:25 – Lea talks about Nate DiMeo. 01:19:25 – How has Lea grown as an interviewer? 01:20:07 – What has Lea changed her mind about recently?   FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/65★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★