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Why Podcasting Is the New Networking with Seth Goldstein
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In this candid and insightful episode, Rich Bennett chats with Seth Goldstein, a former journalist turned digital marketing expert and podcast coach. Seth shares how his career in journalism led to burnout and PTSD, and how he rebuilt himself through web design, podcasting, and now coaching others. Listeners will gain valuable insights into what it takes to start a podcast, how to be a great guest, and the evolving digital marketing landscape. This episode is both inspiring and packed with practical advice for creatives and entrepreneurs alike.
Guest: Seth Goldstein
Seth Goldstein is a former journalist who transitioned into digital marketing and podcasting after experiencing career burnout. He is the founder of Goldstein Media, host of the Entrepreneur’s Enigma podcast, and creator of Podcast Mastery, where he coaches both aspiring podcasters and podcast guests. Seth has helped numerous entrepreneurs build their online presence, tell their stories, and connect with audiences through authentic, engaging content.
Main Topics:
· Seth’s journalism background and the toll it took on his mental health
· Transition from news reporting to digital marketing and podcasting
· How PTSD shaped Seth’s professional path and perspective
· The evolution of podcasting and its second renaissance
· Podcast coaching: launching, structuring, and sustaining a show
· Mistakes new podcasters make and how to avoid them
· Why business owners should appear on podcasts
· Podcast tech tips: equipment, etiquette, and editing dos and don’ts
· The value of authenticity and imperfection in podcast e
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Chapters
1. Rich’s 10-Year Podcast Intro (00:00:00)
2. Meet Seth Goldstein (00:01:00)
3. High School Dreams & Journalism Path (00:02:30)
4. PTSD from Journalism (00:06:30)
5. Gettysburg Bomb Hoax Story (00:10:15)
6. Moving into Web Design and Marketing (00:13:30)
7. The Real Metrics Behind Podcast Rankings (00:16:45)
8. [Ad] PodMatch (00:17:20)
9. (Cont.) The Real Metrics Behind Podcast Rankings (00:17:57)
10. Asking Big Names to Join Your Podcast (00:18:36)
11. Early Web Design Tools: Dreamweaver & WordPress (00:20:36)
12. Digital Marketing Whack-a-Mole and AI (00:24:21)
13. Podcasting Pitfalls for Beginners (00:27:06)
14. Guest Etiquette & Tech Setup Tips (00:28:36)
15. Over-Editing vs. Natural Conversations (00:33:36)
16. About Entrepreneur’s Enigma Podcast (00:35:51)
17. Podcasting Formats & Co-host Dynamics (00:39:06)
18. Why Entrepreneurs Must Guest on Podcasts (00:42:06)
19. Seth’s Resources and Contact Info (00:44:36)
20. What’s Next for Seth Goldstein (00:46:06)
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