RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_cfb8d731-568b-44b8-b1ca-e65d192ddbc4 -- Rendered At Sun, 15 Nov 2026 07:39:09 +0000 https://redcircle.com/shows/podcaster-stories en Copyright 2020 Danny Brown We listen to our favourite podcasts, but don’t always get to know the stories of the people behind these voices. Podcaster Stories looks to change that. Danny Brown We listen to our favourite podcasts, but don’t always get to know the stories of the people behind these voices. Podcaster Stories looks to change that. Each show will have a conversation with podcasters across all mediums, and share their story – what motivates them, why they started their show, how they grew their show, and more. It’ll be a relaxed chat and – hopefully – help you be the podcaster you want to be. cfb8d731-568b-44b8-b1ca-e65d192ddbc4 episodic no Danny Brown danny@dannybrown.me https://feeds.redcircle.com/cfb8d731-568b-44b8-b1ca-e65d192ddbc4 false bonus The Christmas Eve Episode 2 Danny Brown Welcome to a special Christmas Eve edition of Podcaster Stories. In this episode, I'm taking a look back at some of the amazing stories my guests shared in season two of the show. Listen with me as my guests tell us about some of the things that changed their lives, and made them the person they are today. Welcome to a special Christmas Eve edition of Podcaster Stories. In this episode, I'm taking a look back at some of the amazing stories my guests shared in season two of the show.  Listen with me as my guests tell us about some of the things that changed their lives, and made them the person they are today. In episode 1, Jennell Riesner and Rachel Bellotti of The True North Collective spoke about why it's important to get messy when having difficult conversations. The following week, Jody Hanks and Chris Rash of The Digression Podcast talked of their time in the US air force, and why their show doesn't shy away from topics like suicide, death, and sexual assault in the armed forces. Episode 3 saw me chat with Michael Levitt of the Breakfast Leadership Network, and how stress through the Covid pandemic was causing so many issues for people and businesses. In episode 4, Sarah St John of Frugalpreneur shared how she found her passion when she became an entrepreneur. In episode 5, Nate Garrison of The EXTRAordinary Podcast offered his advice on why success needs to be measured by the lifestyle you're able to craft and spend your day, as opposed to just financial success. Episode 6 saw my good friend Tim Jahn of We're Only Human explain why our lives are defined by us, and we choose the paths we walk on. In episode 7, Catherine Praisewater of Your Positive Imprint shared many inspiring and moving stories with us, including death threats to her guests, how a hospital visit changed her life, and why the small things in life are so important. Finally, in episode 8, Mark-John Clifford had some amazing personal stories to tell, including a prison stint that changed his life for the better, and one that he did for his uncle. I hope you've enjoyed this look back at the first half of season 2. Podcaster Stories will be back in the New Year with more amazing guests and stories, so don't forget to subscribe anywhere you listen to podcasts - Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - or hop on over to Podcaster Stories where you can sign up for the free newsletter. Until the next time, have a wonderful holiday season and I hope it's a safe and happy one. Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) a910b34d-9ad4-485b-99cc-20ad319c9383 https://podcasterstories.com/s2-bonus-episode-the-christmas-eve-episode Thu, 24 Dec 2020 14:00:00 +0000 490 false bonus The Hey, I Know You Episode 2 Danny Brown In this bonus episode, I talk with someone you may recognize - me! This comes after receiving a few emails from listeners who were curious as to whether I'd ever spoken about my own podcaster journey. In this short episode, I share how long I've been podcasting and what it means to me, as well as details about two other shows of mine that I'll be relaunching in the new year. I also share some details you might not know about me, including a fun story about Sean Connery, and my time as a fairy godmother, costume and all! In this bonus episode, I talk with someone you may recognize - me! This comes after receiving a few emails from listeners who were curious as to whether I'd ever spoken about my own podcaster journey. In this short episode, I share how long I've been podcasting and what it means to me, as well as details about two other shows of mine that I'll be relaunching in the new year. I also share some details you might not know about me, including a fun story about Sean Connery, and my time as a fairy godmother, costume and all! As we get ready to close down for the holidays, I want to thank you for listening to the show each week, and making Podcaster Stories a part of your regular podcast listening schedule. I hope you have a wonderful holiday season, and manage to relax, recuperate, and spend some quality time with those that matter the most. Here's to 2021 being a better year for all. Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) 1ee88c9e-c82a-4987-a60b-d846d0679d38 https://podcasterstories.com/s2-bonus-episode-hey-i-know-you Thu, 17 Dec 2020 14:00:00 +0000 267 false full Mark-John Clifford of ADHD! It's All Mishegoss & More 8 2 Danny Brown This week, I sit down with Mark-John Clifford of ADHD! It's All Mishegoss & More, an unedited, unscripted, & refreshingly real show about living with ADHD. Mark talks openly about his time behind bars, how he could have died in September 2001, living with ADHD, and more. It's an honest and vivid inside look into the life of someone who made mistakes, and hasn't let them define him. This week, I sit down with Mark-John Clifford of ADHD! It's All Mishegoss & More, an unedited, unscripted, & refreshingly real show about living with ADHD. Topics up for discussion this week include: how he was first diagnosed with ADHD why he's not a fan of "gurus" selling cures for ADHD why he won't charge for his podcast, and instead offer his advice for free why his podcast doesn't have a predetermined format how his public speaking never leans on notes how his show has evolved over the last three years why he won't release episodes 7 days a week how he uses his podcast as a brain dump for his thoughts why motivational speakers and podcasters should be taken with a pinch of salt why he loathes people who try to compartmentalize medical condition why we need to follow advice that's specific to us how he has one of the highest scores on the ADHD scale why his pet peeve are speakers peddling the same shtick and hustle how Jim Rohn gave him the best piece of advice regarding motivation how his podcast is therapy for him how his life took a turn for the worse and led to a prison sentence how his time in prison humbled him and made him appreciate the little things in life how his story is being talked about as a mini-series for TV why people complaining about the Covid lockdown don't know what a real lockdown is like why he'd like to make his next podcast about his time in prison and the people he met how prison can give you a chance to reinvest in yourself why prison doesn't define a person how a car accident one September morning in 2001 saved his life Settle back for an honest and vivid inside look into the life of someone who made mistakes, and hasn't let them define him. Connect with Mark: https://www.adhditsallmishegoss.com/ (ADHD! It's All Mishegoss & More) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coronavirus-mishegoss/id1503508971 (Coronavirus Mishegoss) https://twitter.com/markjohn1 (Mark on Twitter) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) bf060341-270b-4787-9bbc-0e49e7ea6089 https://podcasterstories.com/mark-john-clifford-adhd-its-all-mishegoss Thu, 10 Dec 2020 14:00:00 +0000 2802 false full Talking with Catherine Praiswater of Your Positive Imprint 7 2 Danny Brown This week, I sit down with Catherine Praiswater of Your Positive Imprint. Your Positive Imprint is a show that highlights people from around the world whose positive achievements are inspiring positive actions. This week, I sit down with Catherine Praiswater of Your Positive Imprint. Your Positive Imprint is a show that highlights people from around the world whose positive achievements are inspiring positive actions. Topics up for discussion this week include: why positive stories need to be told, and how her podcast came from that why she views her show as a variety show how a visitor to her door led to her podcast why she wants to help share stories of people who'd normally wouldn't be recognized how her father's passing impacted her podcast, and then ultimately helped shape it why Catherine loves finding guests, and the research that goes with it how a YouTube video led to an incredible conversation on her podcast why the continued relationships with her guests is the favourite part of her show how her guests often validate the work she's doing how leaders don't look for praise, and just do what they do how her life was completely changed by a visit to Lithuania the feeling of desperation when she was handed a baby covered in blood how life before cell phones was so different when it comes to world affairs why we need to appreciate, and act on, the simple things in life why we need to realize we are citizens of the world if we want to be better people why Covid isn't the first time the global science community has come together to work as one why Covid is a once in a lifetime chance to reset how we work together as a global community why one of her guests appreciated Catherine reaching out to see how he was doing during Covid how Catherine plans to scale the show with a live offering her advice for new podcaster, and why truth and passion is so key who her heroes are, and why what her dad would have made about the show had he lived to hear it how much of an influence her family continues to be on her show Settle back for an open and free-flowing chat about life changes and recognizing our inner value. Connect with Catherine: https://yourpositiveimprint.com/ (Your Positive Imprint) https://www.facebook.com/YourPositiveImprint (Facebook) https://instagram.com/yourpositiveimprint/ (Instagram) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) bbd1ef72-1f3f-4341-87da-fa45a80e0e28 https://podcasterstories.com/catherine-praiswater-your-positive-imprint Thu, 03 Dec 2020 14:00:00 +0000 3590 false full Talking with Tim Jahn of We're Only Human 6 2 Danny Brown In episode 6 of season 2 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Tim Jahn of We're Only Human. We're Only Human is a podcast celebrating the resiliency of the human spirit, through conversations with people from all walks of life. In episode 6 of season 2 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Tim Jahn of We're Only Human. We're Only Human is a podcast celebrating the resiliency of the human spirit, through conversations with people from all walks of life. Topics up for discussion this week include: how his early video show inspired the podcast the challenges he's found switching formats from video to audio why going all in on the quality of the podcast is key why starting a podcast for the wrong reasons is doomed to fail why getting divorced completely changed his way of life how he feels he gets more out of the podcast than his listeners how recording his show always brought him out of any doldrums he was experiencing why curiosity drives the best experiences the single characteristic that defines resilience why we need to remind ourselves that we're all making this up as we go along how one specific conversation about life being a series of train journeys blew him away how we can define our own lives what his goals are for the show moving forward what the unique value is that Tim can provide his listeners why his advice to new podcasters is to understand the motivation of why they're starting why your podcast needs an elevator pitch why we need to forego imposter syndrome why his heroes are everyone he's chatted to Settle back for an open and free-flowing chat about life changes and recognizing our inner value. Connect with Tim: https://wereonlyhumanpodcast.com/ (We're Only Human) https://twitter.com/thewohpodcast (Twitter) https://instagram.com/wereonlyhumanpodcast (Instagram) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) 97b8ce00-b7a6-4128-9ba2-da47469f2233 https://podcasterstories.com/tim-jahn-were-only-human-podcast Thu, 19 Nov 2020 14:00:00 +0000 2139 false bonus The Thank You Episode 2 Danny Brown Welcome to a special bonus episode of Podcaster Stories. As the show approaches the midway point of Season 2, I just wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you. Welcome to a special bonus episode of Podcaster Stories. As the show approaches the midway point of Season 2, I just wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you. Thank you to you, the listeners, who have added this show to your regular listening habit, resulting in the show growing week on week since launch earlier this year. Thank you to my guests: https://podcasterstories.com/ep-1-talking-with-my-wife-about-depression/ (Jaclyn Brown) https://podcasterstories.com/talking-with-gini-dietrich-of-spin-sucks/ (Gini Dietrich) https://podcasterstories.com/ep-3-talking-with-bob-reed-of-the-old-man-podcast/ (Bob Reed) https://podcasterstories.com/talking-with-mark-asquith-rebel-base-media/ (Mark Asquith) https://podcasterstories.com/talking-with-jeff-esposito-kaspersky-security/ (Jeff Esposito) https://podcasterstories.com/ep-6-talking-with-bob-dunn-of-do-the-woo-podcast/ (Bob Dunn) https://podcasterstories.com/ep-7-talking-with-lisa-gerber-of-the-gear-show/ (Lisa Gerber) https://podcasterstories.com/ep-8-zach-moreno-rockwell-felder-squadcast/ (Zach Moreno and Rockwell Felder) https://podcasterstories.com/pete-cann-laughter-positivity-podcast/ (Pete Cann) https://podcasterstories.com/dr-alice-kerby-beyond-the-pink-cloud/ (Dr. Alice Kerby) https://podcasterstories.com/ep-11-talking-with-lefteris-statharas-of-lefteris-asks-science/ (Lefteris Statharas) https://podcasterstories.com/mark-taylor-education-on-fire-podcast/ (Mark Taylor) https://podcasterstories.com/susan-diaz-will-lamont-4am-report/ (Susan Diaz and Will Lamont) https://podcasterstories.com/eric-barnhart-mindful-moment-podcast/ (Eric Barnhart) https://podcasterstories.com/jenell-rieser-rachel-bellotti-true-north-collective/ (Jenell Riesner and Rachel Bellotti) https://podcasterstories.com/jody-hanks-chris-rash-the-digression-podcast/ (Jody Hanks and Chris Rash) https://podcasterstories.com/michael-levitt-breakfast-leadership-network/ (Michael Levitt) https://podcasterstories.com/sarah-st-john-frugalpreneur/ (Sarah St. John) https://podcasterstories.com/nate-garrison-extraordinary-podcast/ (Nate Garrison) for sharing their stories with me, and for being so open and gracious with their time while doing so. Thank you to the kind folks who have left a review for Podcaster Stories, Reviews help other listeners like you find the show for themselves, so thank you. And if you want to leave a review of your own, simply go to http://lovethepodcast.com/podcasterstories (lovethepodcast.com/podcasterstories) and choose where you want to leave the review.  And thank you to the podcasting community for the way they're always willing to help others grow, and to the podcasting tech platforms that make life easier for people like me to make a show like this. Companies like Squadcast, Auphonic, Focusrite, Samson, and Captivate, who turned out to be a podcast host so good I ended up joining their team!  Doing this show has been a real pleasure for me, and I've learned so much from those I've interviewed for the show, and those I've chatted with either online or via email. I hope you continue to enjoy, and I look forward to sharing more podcaster stories with you. Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) 33d73ae3-8d7d-46d3-a754-f2fa0503a9ce https://podcasterstories.com/s2-bonus-thank-you-episode Thu, 12 Nov 2020 14:00:00 +0000 110 false full Talking with Nate Garrison of The EXTRAordinary Podcast 5 2 Danny Brown In episode 5 of season 2 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Nate Garrison of The EXTRAordinary Podcast. The EXTRAordinary Podcast profiles ordinary people living extraordinary lives, who adhere to a lifestyle by design mindset. Settle back for an enlightening talk about making and living by your own rules. In episode 5 of season 2 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Nate Garrison of The EXTRAordinary Podcast. The EXTRAordinary Podcast profiles ordinary people living extraordinary lives, who adhere to a lifestyle by design mindset. Topics up for discussion this week include: how Nate's show evolved from being a co-hosted show into a solo host how the show came about from a personal development program that Nate created, the 8 Keys 2 Great how Covid changed the way he records and plans his show how he used to identify cities and advertise he was coming that way, to find guests for his show how Nate identifies what he feels would make an interesting guest for his show and listeners why he adheres to a lifestyle by design mindset why Covid has seen both a positive and negative change in personal behaviours how our lives have the chance to be redefined post-Covid what the 18 month rule is for podcasting, and why he uses it the two episodes that stand out for him how his endurance sports lifestyle prepares him for handling disappointment in life the moment he found he needed to step away from corporate life why you should judge success by how your life meets your actual needs, versus your material successes how his goal is to gain something from every guest he interviews his plans for scaling his podcast, and why he's looking forward to getting back to in-person interviews why he has no interest in interviewing celebrities and uber-successful people why meaningful conversations make for the best podcasts why his biggest piece of advice for podcasters is to be consistent why his parents are his heroes Settle back for an enlightening talk about making and living by your own rules. Connect with Nate: https://www.8keys2great.net/ (Eight Keys to Great) https://www.8keys2great.net/podcast (The EXTRAordinary Podcast) https://www.8keys2great.net/blog (Failures, Adventures, and Funny Stories) https://www.instagram.com/extraordinarypodcast/ (Instagram) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) 1c69554c-601c-4254-b325-06c4233e50d2 https://podcasterstories.com/nate-garrison-extraordinary-podcast Thu, 05 Nov 2020 14:00:00 +0000 2487 false full Talking with Sarah St John of Frugalpreneur 4 2 Danny Brown In episode 4 of season 2 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Sarah St John of the Frugalpreneur podcast. Frugalpreneur shows people how to build a business on a bootstrapped budget, and interviews entrepreneurs to answer your questions about being successful online. In episode 4 of season 2 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Sarah St John of the Frugalpreneur podcast. Frugalpreneur shows people how to build a business on a bootstrapped budget, and interviews entrepreneurs to answer your questions about being successful online. Topics up for discussion this week include: how the show originally started as a complementary piece to market her book how podcasting introduces you to so many people that can help you how her change to an interview-style show reignited her podcasting passion how a lack of podcasting resources saw her start her own company to offer exactly that why she took almost a year off from her podcast, and how Covid presented an opportunity to relaunch how the experience has been, compared to her expectations for it how Covid has made her much more focused and consistent with her show why she prefers the intimacy of podcasting how her own networking opportunities have exploded through the podcast how she found her love of entrepreneurship the episodes that have stood out for her, and why how she takes something away from every guest she has on her show how she's taken the best of her shows and created an online podcasting course why she's aiming to do more solo shows in 2021 what advice she'd give new podcasters why being a guest on podcasts is so key to growing your business why John Lee Dumas is her hero Settle back for a look at entrepreneurship on a budget, and how podcasting can help drive the goals and results you're looking for. Connect with Sarah: https://www.thesarahstjohn.com/ (Sarah St John website) https://www.thesarahstjohn.com/podcast/ (The Frugalpreneur show) https://podcastresourcedirectory.com/ (Podcast Resource Directory) https://podseam.com/ (PodSeam) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) a4f1121e-70c2-44dc-bdfc-3fa1e0f4d122 https://podcasterstories.com/sarah-st-john-frugalpreneur/ Thu, 29 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1926 false full Talking with Michael Levitt of the Breakfast Leadership Network 3 2 Danny Brown In episode of season 2 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Michael Levitt of the Breakfast Leadership Network Show. The Breakfast Leadership Network Show interviews global thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and marketing experts to show the audience the right steps (no shortcuts!) to grow your business and your life. In episode of season 2 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Michael Levitt of the Breakfast Leadership Network Show. The Breakfast Leadership Network Show interviews global thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and marketing experts to show the audience the right steps (no shortcuts!) to grow your business and your life. Topics up for discussion this week include: why he moved from only working with C-suite executives to companies looking to improve the mental well-being of their employees how the pandemic is creating a tsunami of mental health issues and burnout at work a report by Monster.com that showed 7/10 employees are suffering from burnout why burnout and stress was ignored by business for so long how insurance claims for mental health issues in the workplace are skyrocketing why corporate initiatives around talking about mental health are key to a better work environment why we, as humans, need better boundaries when it comes to how we live how a nutritionist can help relieve stress and burnout how stress is a key element in the cause of more than 20 chronic diseases how Michael's cardiac event in 2009 saw him realize the importance of nutrition and lifestyle how government can increase healthier lifestyles by proper food pricing when it comes to good food versus junk food how multitasking adds to our stress levels how the over-subscription of antibiotics has hindered our ability to have a clean digestive system how Michael's Breakfast Leadership Show has evolved to include guests, and how that's seen his show evolve exponentially how the conversations on the podcast have helped him grow professionally how podcasting is the equivalent of all your favourite radio shows in one playlist how using themes for his weekdays helps Michael keep his stress under control how a period of 369 days between 2009 and 2010 flipped his life completely, due to burnout why he had to completely reinvent himself after that period how the signs of burnout are visible, if we know how to recognize them why we need to look at what others are doing, and give them the benefit of the doubt as opposed to getting stressed about their intentions Michael's goals for the future of his show and his idea of spin-offs in 2021 why he takes time off at the end of the year to relax, recharge, and revisit his goals how podcasting has made it easy to connect with people you might struggle to have connected with pre-social media and internet days why Michael respects Alan Muhally as a leader, and why Winston Churchill is his favourite leader of all time how it's lonely as a leader Settle back for an insightful episode about not only leadership, but why - without looking after ourselves - there won't be any leaders to start with. Connect with Michael: https://www.breakfastleadership.com/ (The Breakfast Leadership Network) https://www.facebook.com/bfastleadership/ (Facebook) https://twitter.com/bfastleadership (Twitter) http://instagram.com/bfastleadership (Instagram) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) 14f83103-5810-49bc-acb9-e480036f7f41 https://podcasterstories.com/michael-levitt-breakfast-leadership-network Thu, 22 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +0000 3048 false full Talking with Jody Hanks and Chris Rash of The Digression Podcast 2 2 Danny Brown In episode 2 of season 2 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Jody Hanks and Chris Rash of The Digression Podcast. The Digression Podcast was born out of just about every conversation Chris and Jody ever had. What would ordinarily be a five-minute conversation easily becomes an hour and a half of asides, anecdotes, detours, transitions, tangents, war stories, wanderings, and ramblings. In episode 2 of season 2 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Jody Hanks and Chris Rash of The Digression Podcast. The Digression Podcast was born out of just about every conversation Chris and Jody ever had. What would ordinarily be a five-minute conversation easily becomes an hour and a half of asides, anecdotes, detours, transitions, tangents, war stories, wanderings, and ramblings. Topics up for discussion this week include: how their 20+ year career in the US Air Force built their close friendship, and resulted in the podcast how Chris "maintained people" and how that shaped his later life how their show had been prepping itself for 10 years offline before becoming the podcast it is today how afternoon scotch and sake drove their creative juices why tech was their biggest challenge when it came to starting the show how the show grew from a once-a-month experiment to today's free-flowing version  why engagement from their audience, and the feedback they get, is one of the best parts of doing the show why their goal is to entertain, but to also discuss deeper topics on the show, like the military deaths at Fort Hood as well as sexual assault in the armed forces how their own personal experiences offer insights into personal issues experienced in the military why the Apollo Moon Landing episode they did for the 50th anniversary remains a favourite how both Jody and Chris have a personal connection to these NASA missions why they don't let conspiracy theorists and flat earthers get to them how they got involved in rebuilding programs at Fort Keesler in Biloxi, Mississippi, after Hurricane Katrina   how conditions were like an overseas deployment when it came to the facilities and hospital at Keesler why it was key to rebuild the people and their morale first to start rebuilding the base how Chris, his wife, and their newborn had to live in a ramshackle RV immediately after the birth how they had to face two more hurricanes while they were rebuilding Keesler, and deal with the additional damage they brought how the way a young airman graduating from Airman Leadership School was treated highlighted the changes that needed to be made at the base why they had to change the lame squadron "cheer" into something more inspiring how much of a culture change they had to initiate at the top how they improved the fitness of those under their wing to be amongst the best on the base how Jody and Chris have heard from people since they retired on why the processes and personal touch they put in place is missed why the best way to go through life is to not take things too seriously their best piece of advice for new podcasters Settle back for an entertaining episode where two air force vets share their lessons on life, military service, building loyalty, and more. Connect with Jody and Chris: https://thedigressionpodcast.com/ (The Digression Podcast) https://www.facebook.com/digresspod (Facebook) https://twitter.com/digresspod (Twitter) https://instagram.com/digresspod (Instagram) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) 7a5ea275-945b-4ea6-93de-84f5de5408fc https://podcasterstories.com/jody-hanks-chris-rash-the-digression-podcast/ Wed, 14 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +0000 2596 false full Talking with Jenell Riesner and Rachel Bellotti of The True North Collective 1 2 Danny Brown In episode 1 of season 2 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Jenell Riesner and Rachel Bellotti of The True North Collective. The True North Collective is a gathering of un-sugar-coated conversations on authenticity, created by the real-life real-life documentation of two humans discovering and hacking what it means to reconnect with our own true north. In episode 1 of season 2 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Jenell Riesner and Rachel Bellotti of The True North Collective. The True North Collective is a gathering of un-sugar-coated conversations on authenticity, created by the real-life real-life documentation of two humans discovering and hacking what it means to reconnect with our own true north.  Topics up for discussion this week include: how their career backgrounds made for a perfect foil for their podcast how Rachel's cancer battle in her teens made her question her identity how their approach to life brought them together their plans for a more nomadic lifestyle in 2021 how the conversations they have with guests on their podcast has affirmed the goals they have with it how they've opened up more as their show has evolved why being "messy" in life makes living more authentic why they started the Amplify mini-series, to share the untold stories of black, indigenous, and people of colour why we need to stop, listen, and truly learn about what others are going through why we need to use our platforms more to help those that don't have one of their own the episodes that have stood out for them, and why why getting things wrong is perfectly normal why new podcasters should follow Nike's slogan, and just do it when it comes to starting their show who their personal heroes are, and why Settle back for an engaging episode where Jenell and Rachel talk about why we need to look at our lives to see if we're making the most of our opportunities. Connect with Jenell and Rachel: http://thetruenorthcollective.org/ (The True North Collective) http://thetruenorthcollective.org/category/podcast/ (The True North Collective Podcast) http://thetruenorthcollective.org/category/podcast/amplify/ (The Amplify Podcast) https://www.instagram.com/thetruenorthcollective_/ (Follow on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMW86HOjCvG_VFuqJKcHDXQ (Subscribe on YouTube) https://twitter.com/tncpodcast_ (Follow on Twitter) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) 8247fe49-ae36-4565-b0e7-48e2670d15e4 https://podcasterstories.com/jenell-rieser-rachel-bellotti-true-north-collective/ Wed, 07 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +0000 2382 true trailer Coming Up On Season 2 of Podcaster Stories 2 Danny Brown In season 1 of Podcaster Stories, I got to chat with some amazing podcasters, all with great tips to share on podcasting. My guests also shared their personal stories, including recovery from substance abuse, mental health struggles, sexual and physical abuse, and more. I look forward to continuing to share more Podcaster Stories in Season 2. In season 1 of Podcaster Stories, I got to chat with some amazing podcasters, all with great tips to share on podcasting. From getting started to lessons learned along the way, and tips and tricks that you can use to grow your own show, if you're a podcaster yourself. My guests also shared their personal stories, including recovery from substance abuse, mental health struggles, sexual and physical abuse, and more. It was an incredibly humbling first season, and I'm so grateful to each and every one of them for sharing their story. In season 2, you can expect more of the same, and there are some incredible guests lined up with more inspiring stories to share. I'm touched that so many of you have added Podcaster Stories to your lives, and I can't wait to share more in Season 2, launching on Thursday, Oct 8. Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) b448403e-d5a2-4c67-a5aa-b5c14a01bcd9 https://podcasterstories.com/season-2-podcaster-stories/ Thu, 24 Sep 2020 14:00:00 +0000 54 false bonus Bonus Episode: Entrepreneurship, Mental Health, and Moments of Stillness, with Josh Currivan 1 Danny Brown In this bonus episode of Podcaster Stories, I chat with Josh Currivan about mental health and entrepreneurship, and how the two are intertwined. Being an entrepreneur can be hard. Coping with mental health issues while growing and running your own business can add immense stress, both to you personally and those around you. This is something that green industry professional Josh Currivan knows only too well. The last time we chatted, we spoke about his younger life, his upbringing, his mental health issues, and how that had led him to where he is today. In this bonus episode of Podcaster Stories, we catch up one year later to talk about mental health and entrepreneurship, and how the two are intertwined. Topics on the menu include What it means to be an entrepreneur while coping with mental health How it can impact your personal, family, and professional life How having ADHD impacts your business Why the predominantly male-dominated green industry still needs to talk more about mental health Why it's important to take moments of stillness for yourself Settle back for a chat about the pressures of wanting to succeed, why you need to take the emotion out of business decisions to, and why the "go after everything" mindset is hurting you. Connect with Josh: https://www.instagram.com/jaycurri/ (Josh Currivan on Instagram) https://anchor.fm/thewescapepodcast (The WeScape podcast) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) 39d4ee00-06b0-41ef-8991-d119db2645cd https://podcasterstories.com/bonus-episode-entrepreneurship-mental-health-and-moments-of-stillness-with-josh-currivan/ Mon, 24 Aug 2020 14:00:00 +0000 2055 false bonus Who'd You Like to Appear on Podcaster Stories? 1 Danny Brown Four months in, and there's been a great collection of guests already. From talking about alcohol addiction, to how to promote science in an increasingly anti-science world, to inspiring kids through education, and much more - it's been a pleasure so far! I have some great guests coming up in the next few weeks and months, but I'd also like to hear from you - who would you like to see appear on the show? Simply head on over to Podcaster Stories, and click on the Contact tab in the navigation bar. There. you'll find a simple form to fill in, and send on over to me. Four months in, and there's been a great collection of guests already. From talking about alcohol addiction, to how to promote science in an increasingly anti-science world, to inspiring kids through education, and much more - it's been a pleasure so far! I have some great guests coming up in the next few weeks and months, but I'd also like to hear from you - who would you like to see appear on the show? Simply head on over to Podcaster Stories, and click on https://podcasterstories.com/be-a-guest/ (the Contact tab) in the navigation bar. There. you'll find a simple form to fill in, and send on over to me. The show's also getting great feedback and reviews, so thank you so much for that! If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a review on iTunes so other listeners can find the show too. Thanks again for being part of the show, and I'll speak to you soon. Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) b82864c6-b89e-4286-918d-4c42dc682564 https://podcasterstories.com/bonus-episode-whod-you-like-to-appear-on-the-show/ Fri, 07 Aug 2020 14:00:00 +0000 65 false full Talking with Eric Barnhart of the Mindful Moment Podcast 14 1 Danny Brown In episode 14 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Eric Barnhart, host and founder of Urban Contemplatives and the Mindful Moment podcast. With a tagline of “creating mindful moments for active lives”, each 15-minute episode features conversations with artists, musicians, writers, scientists, philosophers and others, exploring contemplative practices through an ecumenical Christian lens. In episode 14 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Eric Barnhart, host and founder of Urban Contemplatives and the Mindful Moment podcast. With a tagline of “creating mindful moments for active lives”, each 15-minute episode features conversations with artists, musicians, writers, scientists, philosophers and others, exploring contemplative practices through an ecumenical Christian lens. Topics up for discussion this week include: how Star Wars inspired his love for music, which inspired his eventual career how that love for music got him a degree in jazz piano, which led to him working in churches”creating mindful moments for active lives”how he’s met other like-minded folks through this association with the church why divisiveness is a global issue versus a beliefs issue how Eric’s seen the very best and the very worst of humanity over the last 25 years how the podcast came about due to the Covid pandemic why allowing yourself to hear your belief is more effective than being told what to believe how he deals with people that are trying to push their own agenda how shared learning through open dialogue is key to a positive community how Star Wars fans can be very similar to those with fervent beliefs why you can have polarizing viewpoints yet still agree on something if it connects with, or moves, you why none of us are experts – in life, in religion, in culture, and more why we need to stop fretting about the things that don’t really matter how Western culture still needs to catch up with other cultures when it comes to mindfulness how Thomas Merton played such a huge part in Eric’s life and goals with Urban Contemplatives and the Mindful Moment podcast how true Christianity is about humility and being there for others, no matter what how Mysticism creates fear in some Christian corners, and why it shouldn’t where Eric sees the podcast evolving over the next 12 months why good ramen is key to a happy life how his love of Jethro Tull helped him learn guitar, even when holding the guitar upside down! how the music industry has paved the way for content creators across all mediums when it comes to distribution and production Settle back for an enlightening episode where Eric shares what may be the best pathway to peace in our lifetime. Connect with Eric: https://urbancontemplatives.com/home (Urban Contemplatives) https://urbancontemplatives.com/podcast (Mindful Moment Podcast) https://www.facebook.com/urbancontemplatives (Urban Contemplatives on Facebook) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) 33aa6ec9-031c-4791-9781-5ef051352c7f https://podcasterstories.com/eric-barnhart-mindful-moment-podcast/ Thu, 30 Jul 2020 14:00:00 +0000 3059 false full Talking with Susan Diaz and Will Lamont of The 4AM Report 13 1 Danny Brown In episode 13 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Susan Diaz and Will Lamont, business partners at c+p digital, and co-hosts of The 4AM Report. The show combines marketing discussions, societal issues, wacky lessons from marketing mishaps, and more. Having just celebrated the one year anniversary of the show, Susan and Will dropped in to talk about the experience so far. In episode 13 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Susan Diaz and Will Lamont, business partners at c+p digital, and co-hosts of The 4AM Report. The show combines marketing discussions, societal issues, wacky lessons from marketing mishaps, and more. Having just celebrated the one year anniversary of the show, Susan and Will dropped in to talk about the experience so far. Topics up for discussion this week include: how their love of asking people questions, and going with the flow, resulted in the podcast how the 4am hook came from being up at 4am in the morning as agency owners, worrying about clients, work projects, etc whether they would have a live show at 4am in the morning how they use bonus content in the 4pm show, Thirsty Thursday how they became comfortable with controversial topics on their show why marketing should be fun, and how they’re using their show to promote that why brands need to be be consistent when talking about their values around societal issues how Will’s behind the scenes experience has helped the podcast overall why having a co-host helps drive the efficiency of their own podcast, and those they produce for others why they’re particularly proud of their episode that talked about a scandal the Canadian Prime Minister was involved in why you need to learn to be okay with being uncomfortable to bring the best show why you need to look beyond the vanity metrics of your show to see the true impact why getting over their imposter syndrome has helped get high visibility guests why podcasting is the perfect medium to keep your networking opportunities live during the pandemic how your podcast can drive multiple arms of your content strategy how Will found himself travelling with Canadian cheese across country Connect with Susan and Will: https://cp.digital/podcasts/ (The 4AM Report) https://cp.digital/ (c+p digital) https://www.linkedin.com/in/susandiaz/ (Susan on LinkedIn) https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-lamont-32a9a186/ (Will on LinkedIn) https://cp.digital/content-academy/ (c+p digital content academy) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) b7e5ebd0-53de-40bc-ac92-a5b8cbaafc19 https://podcasterstories.com/susan-diaz-will-lamont-4am-report/ Thu, 23 Jul 2020 07:00:00 +0000 1853 false full Talking with Mark Taylor of Education on Fire 12 1 Danny Brown In episode 12 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Mark Taylor, host and creator of the Education on Fire podcast, a show for teachers, parents, and mentors to help them support children. In episode 12 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Mark Taylor, host and creator of the Education on Fire podcast, a show for teachers, parents, and mentors to help them support children. The show share stories and resources that Mark hopes will support children to thrive and be able to live their best lives. Topics up for discussion this week include: how the idea for the podcast came about why it’s more than just a resource for parents and educators why he believes passion is key in anything you do why networking is key how Covid-19 has impacted the educational space why we should stop saying “kids need to catch up” when talking about the 2020 school year why the education system needs to change to a more open approach the two episodes that have really stood out for him so far why it’s okay to give up on a project how to integrate multiple show ideas to create the best podcast you can what advice he’d give to new podcasters Settle back for an informative and insightful chat about why you need to not only have great content, but know the audience you’re creating that content for. Connect with Mark: https://www.lefterisasks.com/ (Education on Fire) https://twitter.com/Lefteris_Asks (Primary Education on Fire) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) 09480b2c-d959-45bc-8149-dc8d6ef6bda7 https://podcasterstories.com/mark-taylor-education-on-fire-podcast/ Sat, 18 Jul 2020 14:00:00 +0000 2096 false full Talking with Lefteris Statharas of Lefteris Asks Science 11 1 Danny Brown Driven by both his passion for science, and his professional work as a mechanical engineer, Lefteris started his podcast as a way to bring scientists together to demystify their professions, and show how fun science can be. With a natural curiosity and an easy-going manner, Lefteris has a simple goal – to see what drives people with passion, and to get more people interested in, and passionate about, science. In episode 11 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Lefteris Statharas of the Lefteris Asks Science podcast. Driven by both his passion for science, and his professional work as a mechanical engineer, Lefteris started his podcast as a way to bring scientists together to demystify their professions, and show how fun science can be. With a natural curiosity and an easy-going manner, Lefteris has a simple goal – to see what drives people with passion, and to get more people interested in, and passionate about, science. Topics up for discussion this week include: how the idea for the podcast came about after a chat with a peer which type of science drives his curiosity the episodes that have stood out why there seems to be such an anti-science stance in some countries, with the US probably being the worst culprit, as evidenced by Covid-19 how social media has enabled more interest in science the cultural and scientific differences between Greece, where Lefteris originates from, and Singapore, where he currently lives and works who his all time hero is, and why Settle back for an engaging conversation around science, the rabbit holes of Reddit and the internet, and more. Connect with Lefteris: https://www.lefterisasks.com/ (Lefteris Asks Science podcast) https://twitter.com/Lefteris_Asks (Lefteris on Twitter) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2ZVLwGz (Samson Q2U Mic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen Audio Interface) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Aweber email marketing) https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (SquadCast remote interviewing) 9cc8f148-67d8-405f-9415-79b97610f8db https://podcasterstories.com/ep-11-talking-with-lefteris-statharas-of-lefteris-asks-science/ Fri, 10 Jul 2020 14:00:00 +0000 2018 false full Talking with Dr. Alice Kerby of Beyond the Pink Cloud 10 1 Danny Brown In episode 10 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Dr. Alice Kerby of the Beyond the Pink Cloud podcast. Settle back for an open and honest discussion about addiction, recovery, and what that means to the people afflicted, and those surrounding them. In episode 10 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Dr. Alice Kerby of the Beyond the Pink Cloud podcast. After suffering from severe stress while going through her doctorate, Dr. Alice fell into a downward spiral of alcohol abuse. This continued until she realized her problem, and she has been sober for three years since. It's this experience that led Dr. Alice to starting the Beyond the Pink Cloud podcast, where she talks to people that have overcome their own battles with substance abuse, as well as inspired others by living their best lives. Topics up for discussion this week include: how the podcast grew from her own recovery from alcohol abuse how the Covid-19 pandemic is leading to higher stress and addiction temptation how we're adding to our stress levels while working from home how the show's direction has evolved from recovery-focused to multiple fields of expertise across various topics why she's inspired by people living their dreams some of the hurdles that are hard to overcome when dealing with abuse how the drinking culture of different countries affects addiction levels the fear of sharing her story in the first few episodes how she became a semi-professional fire dancer Settle back for an open and honest discussion about addiction, recovery, and what that means to the people afflicted, and those surrounding them. Connect with Dr. Alice: http://www.kerbymethodconsulting.com/ (The Kerby Method) https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/beyond-the-pink-cloud/id1467067991 (Beyond the Pink Cloud podcast) https://www.facebook.com/alice.kerby.7 (Dr. Alice on Facebook) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2QybcF0 (Rode Podmic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.aweber.com/easy-email.htm?id=513434 (Aweber email marketing) https://squadcast.fm/?ref=dannybrown3 (SquadCast remote interviewing) a4d8986a-203e-44bf-b01d-9672d37073f5 https://podcasterstories.com/dr-alice-kerby-beyond-the-pink-cloud/ Thu, 25 Jun 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1635 false full Talking with Pete Cann of the Laughter & Positivity with Pete Podcast 9 1 Danny Brown In episode nine of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Pete Cann of the Laughter & Positivity with Pete podcast. After building an agency for chefs for 11 years, the Covid-19 pandemic put Pete's business on hold, and he had to furlough his team. However, this allowed him to focus on a podcast idea he'd been thinking about for a while. Settle back for a fun and interesting chat on why laughter truly is good for the soul. In episode nine of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Pete Cann of the Laughter & Positivity with Pete podcast. After building an agency for chefs for 11 years, the Covid-19 pandemic put Pete's business on hold, and he had to furlough his team. However, this allowed him to focus on a podcast idea he'd been thinking about for a while. Taking his cue from a virtual event called the Laughter Phone, Pete expanded on how he used positivity and laughter in his business to start his Laughter & Positivity show, and bring the world of laughter yoga and laughter professionals to a wider audience. Topics up for discussion this week include: how he first got into being a laughter professional his process for the show, as it switches between just featuring him and having guests as well the episode that stuck with him the most why his life could have been vastly different if he'd stuck on the path he was on as a younger man why Covid-19 has been an opportunity how you can use laughter yoga techniques in your everyday life Settle back for a fun and interesting chat on why laughter truly is good for the soul. Connect with Pete: https://www.petecann.com (PeteCann.com) https://www.petecann.com/podcast (The Laughter & Positivity Podcast) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2QybcF0 (Rode Podmic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.aweber.com/easy-email.htm?id=513434 (Aweber email marketing) https://squadcast.fm/?ref=dannybrown3 (SquadCast remote interviewing) 66dcbf08-ec57-45be-b337-002ab2e610c8 https://podcasterstories.com/pete-cann-laughter-positivity-podcast/ Thu, 18 Jun 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1657 false full Talking with Zach Moreno and Rockwell Felder of SquadCast 8 1 Danny Brown After looking to use a remote recording solution for their internal team meetings, both Zach and Rock were disillusioned at what was on the market. They knew audio and reliability could be better, and so SquadCast was born. They believed remote recording should - and, more importantly, could - be just as good as offline audio recording. We sit down to discuss the evolution of SquadCast, and how the podcaster experience is at the forefront of everything they do. In episode eight of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Zach Moreno and Rockwell Felder of remote recording platform SquadCast, and the Between 2 Mics podcast. After looking to use a remote recording solution for their internal team meetings, both Zach and Rock were disillusioned at what was on the market. They knew audio and reliability could be better, and so SquadCast was born. They believed remote recording should - and, more importantly, could - be just as good as offline audio recording. We sit down to discuss the evolution of SquadCast, and how the podcaster experience is at the forefront of everything they do. Topics up for discussion this week include: How limitations of other remote platforms led to the creation of SquadCast Why SquadCast is built from the podcaster's viewpoint How Zach and Rock's day jobs led them to how they approached SquadCast Why audio quality equal to offline recording was a core goal How SquadCast's progressive upload technology differentiates them from others How SquadCast solved the problem of audio drift in remote recordings Why the SquadCast team refuse to settle for the status quo How the users of SquadCast have driven the direction of the platform How they're trying to help educate remote podcasters through their Remote Podcast Stats Report and State of Remote Podcasting webinar Why data shows the use of headphones should be mandatory for all podcasters  How their well-known Board members and advisors became involved How the reciprocity of the podcast community drives Zach and Rock Why analytics is the next big challenge to bust in podcasting Why new podcasters shouldn't get bogged down by the technical side of things Why tools should concentrate on solving existing problems, not ones that haven't been found yet Why you shouldn't be discouraged early in your podcasting journey What Zach and Rock appreciate about each other Settle back for an open and interesting chat about remote recording, and why settling for the status quo will only hold the podcasting industry back. Connect with SquadCast: https://squadcast.fm/ (SquadCast.fm) https://squadcast.fm/blog/category/between-2-mics/ (Between 2 Mics podcast) https://www.facebook.com/SquadCastFM/ (SquadCast on Facebook) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2QybcF0 (Rode Podmic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.aweber.com/easy-email.htm?id=513434 (Aweber email marketing) https://squadcast.fm/?ref=dannybrown3 (SquadCast remote interviewing) 6914339e-fb5f-4b96-894e-d3342ac706ba https://podcasterstories.com/ep-8-zach-moreno-rockwell-felder-squadcast/ Wed, 10 Jun 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1839 false full Talking with Lisa Gerber of The Gear Show 7 1 Danny Brown In episode seven of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Lisa Gerber, owner of Big Leap Creative and host of The Gear Show. After making her name as a communications pro and marketer, Lisa decided she wanted to attract more clients in the space - outdoor lifestyle - she was interested most in, and The Gear Show was born. In episode seven of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Lisa Gerber, owner of Big Leap Creative and host of The Gear Show. After making her name as a communications pro and marketer, Lisa decided she wanted to attract more clients in the space - outdoor lifestyle - she was interested most in, and The Gear Show was born. Talking with the people behind her favourite brands and companies, The Gear Show pivoted somewhat after 10 episodes, to feature more on the people behind the corporate front. Topics up for discussion this week include: How the loss of clients and talking to friends led to the show idea How she started the show talking about gear before pivoting Why she pivoted to more personal stories behind the gear heads How she makes her guests feel comfortable Why researching guests makes for a richer experience Why Howard Stern's interview technique is what she aims for The interviews that have had the most impact on her Why new podcasters should just start and not overthink things How she won her school's award for a foreign language Settle back for a fun, engaging chat about following your dreams, and why you should never be afraid to change even when something has been going for a while. Connect with Lisa: http://bigleapcreative.com/category/gear-show-podcast/ (The Gear Show) https://www.instagram.com/lisagerber/ (Lisa on Instagram) http://bigleapcreative.com/ (Big Leap Creative) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2QybcF0 (Rode Podmic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.aweber.com/easy-email.htm?id=513434 (Aweber email marketing) https://squadcast.fm/?ref=dannybrown3 (SquadCast remote interviewing) f777b5c9-a988-44cf-a52b-6b721f3d534d https://podcasterstories.com/ep-7-talking-with-lisa-gerber-of-the-gear-show/ Thu, 04 Jun 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1498 false full Talking with Bob Dunn of Do the Woo Podcast 6 1 Danny Brown In this week’s show, I sit down with Bob Dunn of Do the Woo podcast to talk about pivoting your brand, where WooCommerce is headed, how he and his wife beat IKEA's marketing department, and more. In episode six of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Bob Dunn, founder of BobWP and host of Do the Woo Podcast. After making his name in the WordPress community, Bob has continued to grow his reputation in the WooCommerce space, showcasing the platform's features and benefits when it comes to e-commerce using the WordPress platform. In this week’s show, I sit down with Bob to talk about pivoting your brand, where WooCommerce is headed, how he and his wife beat IKEA's marketing department, and more. Topics on the menu include: Why he made the pivot from purely WordPress to WooCommerce How he's grown as a podcaster from launching different shows Why he chose the WooCommerce platform to concentrate on Where he sees the future of WooCommerce Why you should pinpoint exactly what you want to do when launching a podcast How he and his wife beat out the multi-national retailer IKEA for a marketing award Settle back for an informative show about the WooCommerce platform, building a niche, finding your passion when it comes to podcasting, and more. Connect with Bob: https://bobwp.com/ (BobWP.com) https://twitter.com/bobwp (Bob on Twitter) https://bobwp.com/category/woocommerce-podcast/ (Do the Woo podcast) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2QybcF0 (Rode Podmic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.aweber.com/easy-email.htm?id=513434 (Aweber email marketing) https://squadcast.fm/?ref=dannybrown3 (SquadCast remote interviewing) 4826a931-0d70-4e59-9683-9a034522ddc5 https://podcasterstories.com/ep-6-talking-with-bob-dunn-of-do-the-woo-podcast/ Thu, 28 May 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1657 false full Talking with Jeff Esposito of Kaspersky Security 5 1 Danny Brown In this week’s show, I sit down with Jeff Esposito of the Kaspersky Security podcast to talk about the changing face of security, and some of the things you can do to protect yourself. Settle back for an informative show about security, what privacy online really looks like, and why you should never assume businesses have your best interests at heart. In episode five of https://podcasterstories.com/podcast/ (Podcaster Stories), I sit down with Jeff Esposito, Global Head of Regional Social Media at Kaspersky, and co-host of the Transatlantic Cable Podcast. After being an early adopter of social media, and working on the PR and communications side of VistaPrint, Jeff started at Kaspersky, where he uses the company's podcast to educate both consumers and business of the importance of online security and data protection. In this week’s show, I sit down with Jeff to talk about the changing face of security, and some of the things you can do to protect yourself. Topics on the menu include: Why the Kaspersky podcast was launched How the dark web operates How to monitor what your kids are doing online How to protect your family from hackers Some simple tips on securing your home network without breaking the bank Why you should never pick up random USB sticks Settle back for an informative show about security, what privacy online really looks like, and why you should never assume businesses have your best interests at heart. Connect with Jeff: https://www.kaspersky.com/blog/tag/podcast/ (The Transatlantic Cable Podcast) https://twitter.com/jeffespo (Jeff on Twitter) https://www.kaspersky.com/blog/ (Kaspersky blog) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2QybcF0 (Rode Podmic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.aweber.com/easy-email.htm?id=513434 (Aweber email marketing) https://squadcast.fm/?ref=dannybrown3 (SquadCast remote interviewing) c1b11ff5-9cd5-4dba-ab3e-54e14601992c https://podcasterstories.com/talking-with-jeff-esposito-kaspersky-security/ Thu, 21 May 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1362 false full Talking with Mark Asquith of Rebel Base Media 4 1 Danny Brown In episode 4 of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Mark Asquith, CEO and co-founder of Rebel Base Media & host of many podcasting shows and resources. Settle back for an enlightening conversation about someone who's immensely passionate about not just podcasting as a medium, but in helping those who want to be part of it, too. In episode four of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with podcasting veteran Mark Asquith, CEO and co-founder of Rebel Base Media, as well as host of many podcasting shows and resources. After getting started in podcasting way back in 2013, Mark realized there was a gap in the market for the kinds of tools and services that podcasters were crying out for. This led to the birth of Rebel Base Media and its slew of podcasting services, including podcast host https://www.captivate.fm/ (Captivate.fm). In this week's show, I sit down with Mark to talk about his podcasting journey and where he sees the medium going next. Topics on the menu include: How his love of the DC Universe first got him into podcasting Why he thinks like a geek when it comes to his approach to podcasting Why he's glad the industry has moved away from tech gobbledegook Why podcasters need to buy into the Podcaster's Presence Promise Why podcasters shouldn't worry about sponsorship until they're truly ready Why he believes Spotify's entry into the podcasting world could be a bad thing How his hair metal past saw him appear on the same stage as rock legends Whitesnake Settle back for an enlightening conversation about someone who's immensely passionate about not just podcasting as a medium, but in helping those who want to be part of it, too. Connect with Mark: https://www.markasquith.com/podcasts/ (MarkAsquith.com) https://rebelbasemedia.io/ (Rebel Base Media) https://twitter.com/MrAsquith (Mark on Twitter) https://www.facebook.com/MrAsquith (Mark on Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/MrAsquith (Mark on Instagram) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2QybcF0 (Rode Podmic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.aweber.com/easy-email.htm?id=513434 (Aweber email marketing) https://squadcast.fm/?ref=dannybrown3 (SquadCast remote interviewing) de333bff-3987-49d2-bd0d-1bc17b314dd3 https://podcasterstories.com/talking-with-mark-asquith-rebel-base-media/ Thu, 14 May 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1145 false full Talking with Bob Reed of The Old Man Podcast 3 1 Danny Brown In episode three of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Bob Reed, Communications Strategy Lead at Element-R Partners, LLC, and co-host of The Old Man Podcast. In episode three of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Bob Reed, Communications Strategy Lead at Element-R Partners, LLC, and co-host of The Old Man Podcast. After shooting the crap with his neighbour Dave, over the years, both men realized they might have something that others may enjoy listening to as well. And so The Old Man Podcast was born, taking a look at life through the lenses of two men as they approach their 60th birthdays. Bob also talks about why he's so passionately vocal about the political happenings in his country, as well as why he won't discuss religion. He also shares his mean impressions of the characters in the classic TV show, Taxi. Topics on the menu include: When he and Dave first realized their neighbourly meanderings might make for a good show How a personal tragedy sidelined the show His goals for the relaunch of the show Why he isn't apologetic for his political posts on Facebook Why religion is something he won't discuss online The funniest line he's ever heard, from the TV show Taxi His impression of the actor delivering that line Settle back for a fun and engaging conversation about two friends making a podcast, and how that's been received not just by older men, but women, too. Connect with Bob: https://www.buzzsprout.com/338243 (The Old Man Podcast) https://element-r.com/ (Element-R) https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertallanreed/ (Bob on LinkedIn) https://www.facebook.com/rareed (Bob on Facebook) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2QybcF0 (Rode Podmic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.aweber.com/easy-email.htm?id=513434 (Aweber email marketing) https://squadcast.fm/?ref=dannybrown3 (SquadCast remote interviewing) 60ce63c1-20eb-4ffa-896f-aca5aea92840 https://podcasterstories.com/ep-3-talking-with-bob-reed-of-the-old-man-podcast/ Thu, 07 May 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1557 false full Talking with Gini Dietrich of Spin Sucks 2 1 Danny Brown In episode two of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Gini Dietrich, CEO of Arment Dietrich, Inc., and founder/host of Spin Sucks blog and podcast. Settle back for a fun and enlightening conversation on podcasting for communicators, and how business owners need to look after themselves and their employees first. In episode two of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Gini Dietrich, CEO of communications agency Arment Dietrich, Inc., and founder/host of the award-winning Spin Sucks blog and podcast. Having made the move from co-hosting a PR podcast into her own show where she takes the led, Gini shares what that transition has been like, along with lessons learned along the way, how the show has grown exponentially, and more. She also talks about the personal change that came in her life seven years ago, and how that's changed the way she's approached life and business in general. Topics on the menu include: How the data that showed only 1% of podcasters were female spurred her into action What's been the biggest challenge How the Spin Sucks podcast is the #1 lead driver for her agency The best piece of advice she has for new podcasters How she came to adopt her daughter Addie How it took almost three years to finalize the adoption Who Gini's all-time hero is Settle back for a fun and enlightening conversation on podcasting for communicators, and how business owners need to look after themselves and their employees first. Connect with Gini: http://spinsucks.com/ (Spin Sucks the blog) https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-spin-sucks-podcast-with-gini-dietrich/id1356305060 (Spin Sucks the podcast) https://twitter.com/ginidietrich (Gini on Twitter) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2QybcF0 (Rode Podmic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.aweber.com/easy-email.htm?id=513434 (Aweber email marketing) https://squadcast.fm/?ref=dannybrown3 (SquadCast remote interviewing) ba36eefb-05f6-488d-8904-3590f66a3ffe https://podcasterstories.com/talking-with-gini-dietrich-of-spin-sucks/ Fri, 01 May 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1421 false bonus Coming Your Way in May and June on Podcaster Stories 1 Danny Brown The months of May and June see some cool guests appearing on Podcaster Stories. In this bonus episode, I share who you can expect to hear from in the next few weeks. The months of May and June see some cool guests appearing on Podcaster Stories. In this bonus episode, I share who you can expect to hear from in the next few weeks. Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2QybcF0 (Rode Podmic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.aweber.com/easy-email.htm?id=513434 (Aweber email marketing) https://squadcast.fm/?ref=dannybrown3 (SquadCast remote interviewing) cb63ada7-9545-47e8-9e1b-e6a7641b8483 https://podcasterstories.com/coming-your-way-may-june-podcaster-stories/ Wed, 29 Apr 2020 14:00:00 +0000 191 false full Talking With My Wife About My Depression 1 1 Danny Brown In this special episode of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with my wife, Jaclyn, to talk about my recent diagnosis with depression, how that’s changed me, what I’m doing to cope with it, and more. In this special episode of Podcaster Stories, I sit down with my wife, Jaclyn, to talk about my recent diagnosis with depression, how that’s changed me, what I’m doing to cope with it, and more. Topics on the menu include: The symptoms I was experiencing in the lead-up to the diagnosis What made me seek help, as opposed to continuing to deal with it alone How my life has changed since that first diagnosis Are the therapy sessions and medications I’m on a quick fix? What advice I’d give for anyone suffering the same symptoms Settle back for an open and honest conversation between my wife and I as we talk about something that still isn’t discussed as much as it should be. Connect with Jaclyn: https://www.mentalhealthandme.ca/ (Mental Health and Me) https://www.pinterest.ca/mentalhealthandme/ (Mental Health and Me on Pinterest) https://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthand.me/ (Mental Health and Me on Instagram) https://anchor.fm/mental-health-and-me (Mental Health and Me podcast) https://www.facebook.com/groups/mentalhealthandme/ (Mental Health and Me on Facebook (private group)) Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2QybcF0 (Rode Podmic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.aweber.com/easy-email.htm?id=513434 (Aweber email marketing) https://squadcast.fm/?ref=dannybrown3 (SquadCast remote interviewing) 3835e8e9-d300-40c3-8bf0-627c3e77d812 https://podcasterstories.com/ep-1-talking-with-my-wife-about-depression/ Wed, 22 Apr 2020 14:00:00 +0000 628 false trailer What to Expect from Podcaster Stories 1 Danny Brown We listen to our favourite podcasts, but don’t always get to know the stories of the people behind these voices. Podcaster Stories looks to change that. Hi. My name’s Danny Brown, and I’ve met many people who’ve shared their stories of overcoming adversity, like abuse, cancer, and more. Their stories inspired me to start Podcaster Stories. We listen to our favourite podcasts, but don’t always get to know the stories of the people behind these voices. Podcaster Stories looks to change that. Each show will have a conversation with podcasters across all mediums, and share their story – what motivates them, why they started their show, how they grew their show, and more. It’ll be a relaxed chat and – hopefully – help you be the podcaster you want to be. Contact me: danny@podcasterstories.com My equipment: https://amzn.to/2QybcF0 (Rode Podmic) https://amzn.to/2wWspkR (Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen) https://amzn.to/2Vp7HDM (TRITON AUDIO Fethead In-Line Microphone Preamp) https://amzn.to/35AgGpg (Denon DJ HP-1100 Over Ear Headphones) https://amzn.to/37ifmGG (RockJam MS050 Adjustable Mic Suspension Boom) https://amzn.to/39qiB06 (Dragonpad Pop Filter) Recommended resources: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=dannybrown2 (Captivate.fm) https://www.aweber.com/easy-email.htm?id=513434 (Aweber email marketing) https://squadcast.fm/?ref=dannybrown3 (SquadCast remote interviewing) f5ac2402-ff83-4474-8345-2b20d853a170 https://podcasterstories.com/what-to-expect-from-podcaster-stories/ Tue, 21 Apr 2020 13:00:00 +0000 49 false