Podcast Junkies - Storytelling Interviews & Conversations with Podcasters Podcasting Passionately

The Real Brian is the host of several podcasts such as Profitcast, Arrow Squad, the Audio Books podcast, and the Podcasters Paradise podcast. Brian talks on why he got into radio initially, his love for playing and creating music, and some key lessons he learned since he started Profitcast. Brian says that busy people often fail at podcasting. It’s the people who schedule and respect their time that end up producing consistent podcasts no matter what. Show Highlights 04:45 – Brian talks about Dragon Con 09:00 – How did Brian get more things done in less time? 11:30 – If you’re busy, your podcast will fail. 13:50 – How did Brian get into radio? 22:10 – In highschool, Brian was an introvert. 24:20 – Brian talks about bullying. 29:15 – Brian started playing piano at 6 and talks about his love for music. 39:45 – Take two hours a month to work on your passion. It can go a long way. 42:00 – Brian talks about the problem with record labels. 46:40 – What were some ‘ah-ha’ moments with Brian’s podcast? 57:10 – You never know what’s going to come from relationships you’ve built. 01:01 – What are Brian’s podcasts? 01:06 – Brian loves the Podcast Junkies shirt.   FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/57    ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jason Cabassi is the creator and host of the Walking Dead Cast. I sit down with him to talk about why he decided to start the show and what his plans are after the show ends. The episode almost turned into a movie podcast, because we both have a strong love for zombie movies and current TV series out right now like Game of Thrones. Hope you guys enjoy. Show Highlights 08:15 – Within the first 15-20 episodes of the Walking Dead Cast, Jason had a lot of the actors on. 10:20 – Since I live in LA, I recognize a lot of the scenes on the show. 14:35 – How does Walking Dead get their zombie extras? 19:10 – Jason and I talk Game of Thrones. 21:00 – We talk about the latest TV series out right now. Jason loves Fargo. 26:35 – Jason’s first show sounded incredibly professional and high quality. 34:30 – Jason talks on starting his own podcast network. 39:00 – I love the foreign movie Old Boy. 44:55 – We talk about amazing zombie movies like Dawn of the Dead and 28 Days Later. 50:35 – When did Jason start attending conferences for his podcast? 57:00 – Jason is a big fan of comics. 01:04:45 – Jason talks about living in Santa Barbara. 01:07:25 – How does Jason plan the Walking Dead Cast? 01:18:25 – What kind of podcasts is Jason listening to right now? 01:21:00 – Most misunderstood thing about Jason?   FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/56    ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Nick Seuberling is the founder of SPNT.TV and the Executive Producer for the Inside the Jungle podcast, a sports podcast about the Cincinnati Bengals. Nick is also the co-host for the Podcasters’ Group Therapy podcast, a support group for podcasters. Nick started his sports podcast in 2010, but he’s always had a passion for talk radio and sports ever since he was a kid. Nick and I talk on how he got started, his success with Patreon, and how his super fans keep him going. Show Highlights 08:55 – Nick just celebrated his 5 year anniversary for his podcast. 10:55 – Why is meeting the fans important? 13:15 – Having a small, but dedicated super fan base is just awesome. 15:45 – Was Nick always a fan of talk radio? 16:40 – Nick launched his first podcast in 2005 and it was recorded by cellphone. 20:15 – It’s better to niche down and narrow your focus when it comes to podcasting. 21:30 – How does Nick manage 3-4 co-hosts? 23:00 – What was Nick’s first sports memory? 29:35 – How did Podcasters’ Group Therapy get started? 33:25 – How does Blab help podcast shows? 39:40 – Engagement is key to podcast growth. 42:45 – What’s Nick’s success towards Patreon? 45:55 – What other ways does Nick monetize his podcast? 49:05 – Remember, it doesn’t hurt to ask. 52:50 – Nick talks about the other Bengals’ podcast. 59:00 – What was Nick like as a kid? 01:02 – What has sports taught Nick? Always give it your best, always give it your all. 01:04 – Who inspires/mentors Nick? 01:06 – It took Nick 12 years to get his first radio gig. 01:11 – What’s gotten Nick excited in the next year? 01:14 – Look out for International Podcast Day on Sept 30th.   FULL SHOW NOTES: http://www.podcastjunkies.com/55  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★