Best Dylan Schmidt Podcasts (2025)

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Dylan Martin - Hannah - 2025-05-11 26:34

10h ago26:34

26:34

Hannah praying for the gift of Samuel. 1 Samuel 1By Jordan Kropf

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Designer burnout with Katrina Alcorn 40:12

10h ago40:12

40:12

S03E10 (#338). About 15 years ago Katrina Alcorn suffered from burnout while managing a team of designers and raising a family. Drawing from her own experience, Katrina highlights during our conversation the importance of autonomy, connection, as well as purpose in the workplace. We discuss the ways in which burnout can be avoided and how to create…

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Are You Too Smart for Content? 4:30

5d ago4:30

4:30

Ever felt like you're 'too smart' for social media content? In this insightful episode, Dylan addresses a hidden pattern he's noticed among highly educated and experienced creators - the struggle to translate deep knowledge into accessible content. You'll discover: Why even the most knowledgeable experts get stuck in overthinking, overloading, or g…

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When to Wait on a Good Idea 3:17

12d ago3:17

3:17

Drowning in creative ideas but struggling to execute them all? In this focused episode, Dylan introduces the powerful concept of an 'idea budget' - a framework for managing creative energy without burning out. You'll discover: Why treating every spark like a full-blown project leads to exhaustion The counterintuitive truth about waiting on good ide…

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Phil Martin - Romans 3 - 2025-04-27 41:11

14d ago41:11

41:11

Phil Martin - 2025/04/27 Romans 3 Our Condemnation vs God's RighteousnessBy Jordan Kropf

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Headspace with Cal Thompson 48:44

14d ago48:44

48:44

S03E09 (#337). Cal Thompson, VP of Product Design and Research at Headspace, joins us to talk about the evolution of Headspace from a pure mindfulness app to a comprehensive mental health platform, including health coaches and therapists. We chat about Headspace’s internal culture and how they manage being a healthy workplace as a health company. W…

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Credibility Comes From Curiosity, Not Confidence 5:46

19d ago5:46

5:46

Think you need to be an expert to create valuable content? In this myth-busting episode, Dylan challenges the common belief that credibility comes from confidence, revealing why curiosity might be your most powerful asset as a creator. You'll discover: Why the 'expert trap' might be limiting your creative potential How sharing your learning process…

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Kyle Good - Easter - 2025-04-20 28:20

21d ago28:20

28:20

Kyle Good Easter 2025-04-20By Jordan Kropf

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Rahm Emanuel: I Warned the White House Biden Couldn't Run 55:25

21d ago55:25

55:25

Tara is joined by Rahm Emanuel to look at what he feels are the past mistakes of the Democratic Party and what needs to change moving forward. They discuss Joe Biden’s decision to not seek reelection, President Trump invoking antisemitism to defund universities, and Emanuel’s own political aspirations. For more of Tara’s independent journalism, sub…

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The Tension Between Evolving and Staying in Your Niche 6:38

26d ago6:38

6:38

Feeling trapped by your content niche? In this thoughtful episode, Dylan explores the tension many creators face between staying consistent and evolving creatively. You'll discover: Why feeling like "a parody of yourself" might be a warning sign The myth that creators owe consistency to their topic rather than their perspective How to evolve your c…

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Maureen Dowd on ‘Claudius' Trump, Whitmer’s Wrecking & Clooney for President? 49:20

26d ago49:20

49:20

Tara Palmeri sits down with Maureen Dowd to talk about her latest release, Notorious. Their conversation covers everything from Elon Musk and Donald Trump to the shifting dynamics of American politics. Dowd reflects on her decades in journalism, offering a look at Washington’s current challenges and the media’s complicated relationship with figures…

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UX for business with Joel Marsh 44:24

27d ago44:24

44:24

S03E08 (#336). Inspired by feedback from his booked UX for beginners, Joel Marsh has written UX for business. A comprehensive guide for designers navigating real-world challenges. We talk to him about his own journey from design principles to practical business applications. We chat about Joel’s VDP methodology: Value, Diagnosis, and Probability, e…

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How Long Will Gen Z Stick With Trump? With Rikki Schlott. 34:56

28d ago34:56

34:56

Tara starts the pod with some inside reporting on RFK Jr.’s mismanagement of the Dept. of Health and Human Services. She’s then joined by Rikki Schlott from the New York Post to talk about Donald Trump’s standing with Gen Z. They discuss possible breaking points Trump may be testing with young men, shine a light on the current administration’s war …

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When Consuming Content Drowns Your Voice 3:44

1M ago3:44

3:44

Feel like you're constantly consuming content but struggling to create your own? In this short but powerful episode, Dylan explores the sneaky ways that excessive content consumption can undermine your creative confidence and productivity. You'll discover: The warning signs that you're consuming too much content Why "research" and "staying informed…

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Inside the Biden Campaign: George Clooney's 'Morning Joe' Meltdown 26:49

1M ago26:49

26:49

Tara is joined by author and journalist Chris Whipple to discuss his latest book, 'Uncharted: How Trump Beat Biden, Harris, and the Odds in the Wildest Campaign in History.’ During their conversation, they focus on the passages that talk about the inner workings of Team Biden during Joe's chaotic 2024 campaign and discuss how the influence of a cer…

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The Inside Story of the Wild Final Days of the Biden Campaign With Jonathan Allen and Amie Parnes 37:13

1M ago37:13

37:13

Tara is joined by NBC senior political analyst Jonathan Allen and senior political journalist for The Hill, Amie Parnes, to discuss their latest book, ‘Fight: Inside the Wildest Battle for the White House,’ a behind-the-scenes account of the events surrounding Joe Biden stepping down in the presidential race through the end of Kamala Harris’s unpre…

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What You Should Know About OpenAI's New Image Generator 18:02

1M ago18:02

18:02

OpenAI just revolutionized AI image generation, and in this episode, Dylan breaks down why it's a game-changer for creators. Whether you're curious or already experimenting with these types of tools, you'll discover practical applications that go far beyond basic image creation. You'll learn about: Why this update is leapfrogging competitors (hint:…

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Mark Cuban Says Elon Musk Would be Fired from Tech Support 1:00:35

1M ago1:00:35

1:00:35

Tara is joined by billionaire entrepreneur and ‘Shark Tank’ co-host Mark Cuban to talk about all the hot political topics currently burning up the Hill. During their wide-ranging conversation, they cover the possible negative effects of Donald Trump’s ambitious tariffs, Elon Musk’s role in the White House, Signalgate, AI, and much more. For more of…

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Service literacy with Lou Downe 41:29

2M ago41:29

41:29

S03E07 (#335). Lou Downe, author of Good Services and former director of design for the UK government joins us in this episode. We sat down with Lou and asked—Where is service design going wrong, and are we even doing service design? Among the topics we discussed were: The complexity of modern services and the complete reliance on infrastructure, a…

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How Musk Became Addicted to Trump With Teddy Schleifer 36:04

1M ago36:04

36:04

Tara starts the pod with an update on the Department of Defense text chain scandal currently rocking Capitol Hill. She is then joined by Teddy Schleifer from The New York Times in front of a live audience at the Sine Institute to discuss Elon Musk’s rise to the forefront of the Trump administration and subsequent red-pilling of the tech industry. T…

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Use AI as Your Assistant, Not Your Replacement 11:15

2M ago11:15

11:15

Is AI replacing creativity or enhancing it? In this thought-provoking episode, Dylan reveals how top creators use AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity without sacrificing their unique voice or authentic perspective. You'll discover: Why blindly following AI suggestions could be diluting your content's uniqueness The critical difference bet…

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Texting War Plans & How Democrats Get Their Shit Together with Matt Bennett 37:56

2M ago37:56

37:56

Tara begins the show by discussing Pete Hegseth accidentally sending war plans in a group chat that included Jeffrey Goldberg, the editor in chief of The Atlantic; a preview of her newsletter, where she has the details to a secret AI conference; and more. Then she welcomes Matthew Bennett, and they discuss Axios’s Alex Thompson’s list on why the De…

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Lloyd Schmidt - In the Garden - 2025-03-23 23:27

2M ago23:27

23:27

Lloyd Schmidt In the Garden 2025-03-23By Jordan Kropf

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Alex Isenstadt on Trump's Revenge Tour and Return to the White House 36:44

2M ago36:44

36:44

Tara is joined by political reporter Alex Isenstadt to discuss his new book, ‘Revenge: The Inside Story of Trump’s Return to Power.’ He shares his intel on Trump’s political moves, campaign strategy, and cabinet selections. They go over some of Trump’s quotes in the book, and he shares what the Republican campaign team was planning for after Joe Bi…

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Musk Tea, Schumer Fury, and Tariffs Hit the Heartland With North Dakota Gov. Kelly Armstrong 35:04

2M ago35:04

35:04

Tara is joined by Gov. Kelly Armstrong to discuss Donald Trump’s tariffs and government cuts. They break down the Republican budget resolution decision that the Democrats passed in December, which is now blindsiding them. She asks Gov. Armstrong about Trump and Musk’s DOGE sledgehammer to government agencies, tariffs and how that affects North Dako…

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Phil Martin - Simultaneously Justified and a Sinner - 2025-03-16 54:33

2M ago54:33

54:33

Martin Luther, the spearhead of the Protestant Reformation, said that we are “simul iustus et peccator” which is a Latin phrase meaning we are “simultaneously justified and a sinner.” We are justified before God’s eyes because he reckons us as righteous in Christ, and we are a sinner in that we still sin all the time.…

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Defending against evil with Aarathi Krishnan 40:39

2M ago40:39

40:39

S03E06 (#334). Aarathi Krishnan is an international aid expert, specialising in humanitarian futures and strategic foresight. In a world where the sets of rules that have governed us as humanity are rapidly changing, how will we know if the solutions that we are designing now are going to be fit for purpose? Aarathi pushes the importance of account…

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Why Trump Is Toying With the Market, With Marc Caputo and Teddy Schleifer 41:57

2M ago41:57

41:57

Tara is joined by Marc Caputo and Teddy Schleifer to discuss the state of the White House and the economy. Tara gets their perspective on Elon Musk’s power over Trump’s economic decisions and cabinet, as well as what they expect Democratic and Republican responses to the declining stock market will be. Host: Tara Palmeri Guests: Marc Caputo and Ted…

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Why Your First 5 Seconds Matter More Than The Rest of Your Content 7:25

2M ago7:25

7:25

Why do some videos instantly grab viewers while others get scrolled past? In this essential episode, Dylan breaks down the psychology of powerful hooks - the critical first seconds that determine whether your content succeeds or fails. You'll discover: The surprising origin of content hooks (hint: it wasn't social media) Three psychological princip…

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I Used AI to Analyze My Best & Worst Posts (Here’s What I’ll Never Do Again) 12:14

2M ago12:14

12:14

Wondering why some of your content takes off while other posts flop? In this data-driven episode, Dylan shares surprising insights from his deep analysis of hundreds of posts across Instagram, TikTok, and his podcast using OpenAI's Deep Research ChatGPT tool. You'll discover: The unexpected content formats driving Dylan's highest engagement (hint: …

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Congressman Jason Crow takes on the Democrats' Authenticity Crisis 44:29

2M ago44:29

44:29

Tara is joined by Colorado Rep. Jason Crow to explain his walkout during Donald Trump’s address to Congress last Tuesday. They discuss the Republican decision to extend Joe Biden’s budget, which was passed in December, in hopes to reroute it toward border control and defense. Additionally, they break down the potential repercussions of freezing gov…

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Kyle Good - Original or Counterfeit - 2025-03-09 37:23

2M ago37:23

37:23

Kyle Good Original or Counterfeit 2025-03-09By Jordan Kropf

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Republicans Twist Their Talking Points After the Zelenskyy Meltdown 46:26

2M ago46:26

46:26

Tara is joined by political adviser Joe Hack to discuss an eventful and fiery past few days on the Hill. They break down the political fallout from Donald Trump’s contentious Oval Office meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, preview the president’s State of the Union address, and speculate on the future star of the Democratic Party. For more of Tara’s …

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Ed Good - The Lord's Return - 2025-03-02 30:51

2M ago30:51

30:51

No one knows that day and hour... but we can eagerly look forward to it.By Jordan Kropf

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Biden Insider Michael LaRosa Tells All 21:32

2M ago21:32

21:32

Tara starts the pod by recapping a highly chaotic week for the Trump administration. She’s then joined by Michael LaRosa, former press secretary for Jill Biden, in front of an audience at American University for her Sine Institute seminar on changing media. They discuss and dissect Jake Tapper’s upcoming book about the alleged top-level cover-up of…

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Fail early 42:42

2M ago42:42

42:42

S03E05 (#333). A linkshow. James and Per discuss two articles they’ve stumbled on. This time we feature articles about things that slow down your website’s experience and why you can’t do anything about it plus the concept of “failing early” but not in a “failing fast” startup way. Article one is Six things that slow down your site’s UX (and why yo…

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The Right Way to Rebrand Your Podcast 23:34

2M ago23:34

23:34

Thinking about rebranding your podcast? In this interview, Dylan Schmidt sits down with Andy Murphy, host of the recently rebranded The Secure Family Podcast (formerly The Secure Dad Podcast), who hit #1 in Apple's parenting category just one month after his rebrand. Andy shares his complete journey from hesitation to execution, including: The surp…

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MAGA Senator Jim Banks on Short-Term Tariff "Pain," Trump’s Fullback Elon, and How the Midwest Can Grow With MAHA 45:33

3M ago45:33

45:33

Tara is joined by freshman Senator Jim Banks (R-Indiana) to discuss Trump’s policy decisions in the first month of his second term, including whether he views Elon Musk as a conflict of interest for the Trump administration, his level of concern over potential tariffs hitting his home state, what to make of the MAHA movement, and his thoughts on wh…

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Small mistakes podcast hosts repeat 8:05

3M ago8:05

8:05

Want to sound more polished and professional behind the mic? In this focused episode, Dylan Schmidt breaks down the common mistakes that even experienced podcast hosts make - and more importantly, how to fix them. You'll discover: • Why filler words might be sabotaging your message (and the natural alternative) • The surprising truth about intervie…

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Phil Martin - What's Love got to do with it - 2025-02-16 35:56

3M ago35:56

35:56

Godly love vs worldly love and what we're called to as Christians.By Jordan Kropf

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More systems thinking with Sheryl Cababa 48:47

3M ago48:47

48:47

S03E04 (#332). Two years on from when Sheryl Cababa released Closing The Loop, her book about systems thinking for designers, we hear Sheryls reflections and insights about what she’s learnt during that time and we grapple with the challenge of applying system thinking as designers “out of the box”. We work in a complex space, with many complex as …

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Rep. Brendan Boyle on the DOGE-Heads and How the Democrats Lost P.A. 55:18

3M ago55:18

55:18

In this special episode, recorded live in front of a group of students at American University in Washington, D.C., Tara Palmeri talks with Pennsylvania representative Brendan Boyle about what went wrong in the state in the 2024 election, Elon Musk's takeover of Washington, Donald Trump's current approval rating, Chuck Schumer's strategies to counte…

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My most commonly asked questions pt. 2 14:46

3M ago14:46

14:46

How do successful content creators manage their tools, set boundaries, and stay sane? In this episode, Dylan Schmidt answers four of his most commonly asked questions from coaching clients and social media DMs. You'll learn: A content professional's approach to managing essential tech subscriptions The powerful filter Dylan uses to decide what to s…

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Senator John Fetterman on the Latest in Gaza, "Toxic" Democrats, and Why They Can't Win Over White Men 51:24

3M ago51:24

51:24

Host Tara Palmeri welcomes Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) for a wide-ranging conversation about President Trump's plans for Gaza, how he views Trump's flurry of executive orders in the first three weeks of his presidency, Trump's ties to the tech billionaires, Elon Musk's increasing role in the government, why the Democrats can't secure votes from w…

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All the Tea From the DNC Elections With Party Insider Alex Hoffman 39:05

3M ago39:05

39:05

Host Tara Palmeri begins by discussing the latest moves from the Trump administration and the ripple effects they could send throughout the economy. Then, Democratic insider Alex Hoffman tells Tara about what he witnessed at this past weekend’s DNC elections, where the party selected Minnesota’s Ken Martin to help the Democrats rise from the ashes …

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How AI helped me lose 43 pounds 12:16

3M ago12:16

12:16

In this episode: A surprising personal transformation that happened during one of my busiest years. How I used AI tools in an unexpected way to reach a major fitness goal. The power of tools that can adapt to life's chaos. And much more!By Dylan Schmidt

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Murky middle with Christina Joy Whittaker 38:29

3M ago38:29

38:29

S03E03 (#331). Your destiny isn’t tied to a role. You were a person before your role. Leadership expert and strategist Christina Joy Whittaker talks to us about the murky middle, a phenomenon rooted in misalignment and purpose and quite distinct from imposter syndrome which is rooted in confidence. Christina shares her personal journey from corpora…

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That Day When Trump Shut Down the Government, With Shanti Stanton 31:32

3M ago31:32

31:32

Tara starts the pod with an update on the fallout from Donald Trump’s federal funding freeze, and Robert Kennedy Jr.’s confirmation hearings. She’s then joined by lobbyist and consultant with Oxford Strategies, Shanti Stanton, to talk about the legalities of Trump’s executive orders, examine Elon Musk’s role in the chaos, and discuss what this mean…

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Is $TRUMP an Open Wallet for Foreign Actors? With Kevin Cirilli and Natalie Brunell 42:59

3M ago42:59

42:59

Tara is joined by cryptocurrency industry expert Kevin Cirilli and host of the ‘Coin Stories’ podcast Natalie Brunell to discuss the state of digital currency heading into the new Donald Trump administration. They discuss the viability of cryptocurrency and Bitcoin in the U.S. economy, speculate on Trump’s actual geopolitical vision for digital cur…

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I got a million YouTube views, now what? 11:05

3M ago11:05

11:05

In this episode: A major milestone on YouTube and the surprising journey that led there. Why chasing views isn't always the best strategy for content creators. Differences between short-form and long-form content creation. And much more!By Dylan Schmidt

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