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The Podcast SuperfriendsRob Greenlee: What is a Podcast in 2025?What is a podcast in 2025? We called in Rob Greenlee to provide insights into the evolving landscape of podcasting, focusing on the rise of video podcasting. He discusses how platforms like YouTube and Spotify are reshaping the industry, challenging traditional RSS-based distribution. We tried to land on the definition of a podcast, emphasizing content over distribution method.
We talked metrics, monetization, and content creation for new podcasters. Rob highlighted the importance of personal branding and adapting to technological changes, including the potential impact of AI on media. The group debates the future of local podcasting and the...2025-06-031h 03
The Podcast SuperfriendsHow We Evaluate PodcastsThe Podcast Super Friends discussed the importance of and evaluating podcasts. We focused on technical quality, content, and promotion.
Johnny got us started with microphones, managing echo, and maintaining consistent loudness levels (LUFS -15). For video, using high-quality cameras and proper lighting was emphasized.
Jag shifted us over to content, stressing the importance of engaging introductions, avoiding overly long episodes, and asking hard questions respectfully. The friends were complimentary of Valerie Geller's recent appearacne on the Sound Off Podcast with Matt Cundill, where she spoke about her book and offered up OODLES of excellent podcast...2025-05-141h 12
The Podcast SuperfriendsThe Best Webinar SlidesThe SuperFriends dissect Edison Research's 2025 Infinite Dial, The Amplii Media and Coleman Insights' State of Video Podcasting study, and Jacobs Media's Tech Survey, revealing key insights into podcast consumption trends. The group explores the rising popularity of video podcasts, the dominance of platforms like YouTube and Spotify, and the evolving media landscape.
Discover how Gen Z consumes content, why metadata matters, and the challenges podcasters face when transitioning to video. With candid discussions about social media, podcast discovery, and the intersection of radio and podcasting, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the current...2025-04-221h 08
The 360 on Energy and CarbonLeader Series - Nestlé Canada's Journey to Sustainability with Catherine O'Brien Ep. 147In this episode, hosts Dave and John are joined by Catherine O'Brien, Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs, Regulatory, Government Relations, and Sustainability at Nestlé Canada. Catherine shares insights on balancing sustainability goals with regulatory and economic pressures, Nestlé's commitment to carbon reduction, and approaches to packaging and recycling. She also highlights the importance of partnerships and the challenges in implementing sustainable practices in a large corporation. Tune in for a comprehensive discussion on Nestlé's sustainability journey and its impact on the environment and communities.00:00 Introduction and Welco...2025-04-0630 minThe 360 on Energy and CarbonLeader Series - Nestle Nestlé Canada's Journey to Sustainability with Catherine O'BrienIn this episode, hosts Dave and John are joined by Catherine O'Brien, Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs, Regulatory, Government Relations, and Sustainability at Nestlé Canada. Catherine shares insights on balancing sustainability goals with regulatory and economic pressures, Nestlé's commitment to carbon reduction, and approaches to packaging and recycling. She also highlights the importance of partnerships and the challenges in implementing sustainable practices in a large corporation. Tune in for a comprehensive discussion on Nestlé's sustainability journey and its impact on the environment and communities.00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:26 Meet Catherine O'Brien: Nestl...2025-04-0230 min
The Podcast SuperfriendsYesterday I Learned...The podcast Super Friends discussed various insights and challenges in the podcasting industry. David Yas shared some stats from a recent stdy from Podmatch.
Johnny Podcasts highlighted the smoke and mirrors of creating AI agents for efficient podcast production.
Catherine O'Brien emphasized the value of email for direct audience engagement with what she learned from the latest Sounds Profitable piece along with Jar Audio.
The group also discussed the challenges of copyright issues on platforms like Spotify and the potential of Pocket Casts' web player for better listener access.
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The Podcast SuperfriendsIn and Around Podcasting with Guest Superfriend Danny BrownWith David and Johnny away this week... something a little different this time around. Danny Brown is the Head of Podcaster Support & Experience at Captivate Audio. He joins as a guest Super Friend to share what he knows.
The friends discuss the state of podcasting, including the use of live streaming platforms like Boomcaster, Descript and Riverside, and the challenges of adapting to new technologies like Spotify's video push. They also explore the importance of community management and the value of offering multiple monetization options, such as one-off tips and memberships. The Friends highlight the need for...2025-02-121h 03
The Podcast SuperfriendsSound Better in 2025!The Podcast Superfriends bring in 2025 with an episode all about sounding better in 2025! Matt's idea for sounding better was thought to be about the hardware and the tools, but sounding great on a podcast is so much more. It's about how you organize your content, prepare for the show and all those little extras that David Yas always brings... sound effects. Catherine O'Brien springs a round of "What's Worse" on the Superfriends... as they try to figure out which bad sounding podcast habits are worse. Check out more from...2025-01-081h 03
The Podcast Superfriends2025 Podcast Predictions: Buy Sell or HoldThe podcast discussion covered various predictions for 2025 in the podcasting industry. Key points included the impact of politicians using podcasts to connect with voters, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness. The decline of mainstream media and the rise of local podcasts were debated, with a consensus that local podcasts are gaining traction. The conversation also touched on the integration of AI in podcasting, with concerns about authenticity and human connection. Subscription models and contextual targeting in advertising were discussed, highlighting the potential for personalized content and the challenge of subscription fatigue. The group also explored the future of local...2024-12-061h 04
The Podcast SuperfriendsPodcast Tricks and Treatssay Happy Halloween! David Yas highlighted the Descript app's features, including its stock sounds and multi-track exporting. Matt Cundill introduced Descript Rooms, a new beta tool for remote recording. Johnny Podcasts emphasized the importance of pre-recording checklists and suggested internal episodes during guest booking challenges. Catherine O'Brien noted the mainstreaming of podcasts in elections, citing unexpected guest appearances. Matt Cundill discussed alternatives to Chartable for download tracking, with Op3 and Podder App as top recommendations. Finally, they shared their Halloween plans and encouraged listeners to follow the podcast on various platforms.Dan Misener wrote a nice piece...2024-10-301h 11
The Podcast SuperfriendsInternational Podcast Day: Play Me Something GoodThe Podcast Superfriends discussed the significance of International Podcast Day and shared best practices in podcasting.David Yas highlighted the "Three Up, Three Down" segment from the Base Path Podcast, which engages guests in fun baseball-related questions.Johnny Podcasts shared insights on improving podcast engagement by shortening ad intros and using interactive elements.Matt Cundill highlighted a clip from the New Media Show featuring Adam Curry who says the opportunity in Podcasting is going to be local...Catherine O'Brien emphasized the value of localized content, citing the "Living Love It" podcast...2024-10-011h 03
The Podcast SuperfriendsThe Podcast Movement ReviewThe Podcast Superfriends discussed their origins at Podcast Movement, highlighting the conference's role in their networking. Matt and Jag were attendees at the show and had a very good dinner together with old radio friends. Overall, the friends discussed the importance of Podcast Movement - the likes and the dislikes. Were there really less creators at the event and is that a problem? Matt called out companies like Spotify and ESPN for not have booths on the Exhibit floor while companies like Sirius XM did. In the back half of the show - Johnny Podcasts pulled out the latest...2024-09-041h 06
The Podcast SuperfriendsThe Money ChaseThe Superfriends discussed the challenges of monetizing podcasts in a downturn, with a focus on creating extra value for paid members. They shared insights on how to effectively monetize podcasts through advertising, including building relationships with advertisers and targeting the right audience. The speakers also explored the potential of podcast paywalls, their effectiveness, and the challenges of implementing them. Overall, the conversation highlighted the need for podcasters to diversify their revenue streams and find innovative ways to monetize their shows in a competitive market.Programming Note: David Yas was travelling and sorrily missed. If you...2024-08-0859 min
The Podcast SuperfriendsThe Tools Podcasters UseThinking of upgrading your podcast equipment? This episode, the Podcast Superfriends dissect the 2024 Podcast Equipment Survey. From debunking the Blue Yeti myth to the nuances of choosing between USB and XLR microphones, this episode is packed with actionable tips. Learn why audio interfaces are a game-changer and get to grips with the best recording software on the market.Check out more from the Superfriends below:Johnny - Straight Up PodcastsDavid - Boston Podcast NetworkJon - JAG In Detroit PodcastsCatherine - Branch Out ProgramsMatt...2024-07-101h 03
The Podcast SuperfriendsOur Best AI HacksThe episode has been a long time coming. But it's well worth the wait. AI is everywhere and today we broke out our best production skills and have decided to share all our secrets.The Podcast Superfriends get together to review their favourite AI-powered tools. We reviewed the following.David showed us a jingle/song tool called Suno. Cost: nil.Matt Reviewed Vocal Remover which is free and separates the music from the vocal leaving you with two files to play with. (Thanks to James Cridland who shared this idea at Radiodays North...2024-06-121h 05
The Podcast SuperfriendsSpring CleaningWe dig into some spring cleaning. The Superfriends discussed ways to improve podcast content, production, and distribution. Johnny Podcasts is out on reels and shorts for his creators. Matt Cundill emphasized the importance of purging podcasts that are taking up space on the network. David Yas aimed to bring a fresh approach to podcast housekeeping by making more effective interviews. Catherine O'Brien emphasized the importance of purging social media accounts to avoid echo chambers, and Jag in Detroit stressed the importance of consistency during the summer break. (Regardless of whether you take a break or not)The 4...2024-05-011h 04
Motherhood IntendedManaging the Mental Load of Motherhood with Catherine O'BrienIn this episode, Jacqueline speaks on the gratitude perspective in motherhood and her intentions to create a gratitude journal geared towards women dealing with infertility. She further welcomes Catherine O'Brien, a licensed marriage and family therapist with a focus on the transition to parenthood. Catherine shares insights on sharing the mental load of parenting, relationship dynamics after having a child, and the importance of offloading the feelings of overwhelm for the sake of personal and marital health. She highlights a spreadsheet available on her website as a tool for managing the mental load. They both emphasize the importance of...2024-02-2346 min
The Podcast SuperfriendsLive Reviews of Our ShowsThe 5 Podcast Producers get together to critique one another's shows. We offer feedback to both the producers and the performers from the following shows:That's Business The Distribution by Juniper The 905er Smidgen Sports Card MadnessIn this episode you will hear some of the feedback offered amongst the Podcast Superfriends. Things like:How to make your show more conversational, why you should or should not swear in your episode, whether or not you should be using artwork and/or episode artwork, and why you should get into the show quickly. We also...2024-01-311h 14
The Podcast SuperfriendsOur 2023 Predictions RevistedThe Podcast Superfriends are getting together early in 2024 to revisit their predictions from a year. We can spoil it for you now, there were a lot of HITS and just a few misses.If you would like a transcript of this episode - go here.We also support Podcasting 2.0 so if you want to send us a boost, we would be thrilled!This episode was recorded live. You can view the original recording here.Check out more from the Superfriends below:Johnny - Straight Up PodcastsDavid...2024-01-041h 03
The Podcast SuperfriendsSanta's Podcast GiftbagThe Superfriends get together to share the most valuable things they learned in 2023. Some of the things you will learn include:
Why big guests don't necessarily move the needle for your show. (Matt)
Why your quest for large downloads numbers may be a waste of time, instead you should be aiming for the right audience (Catherine)
The importance of video components, time codes, and leveraging platforms like Twitter to reach a wider audience. (Johnny)
There's only so much you can do to fix bad audio (Jag)
Tips for creating high-quality video content, including investing in a green screen...2023-12-1259 min
The Podcast SuperfriendsThe New Rules of Podcasting with Jay Nachlis, Coleman InsightsJay Nachlis leads the podcasting and digital initiatives for Coleman Insights. Along with Steve Goldstein at Amplifi Media, they released "The New Rules of Podcasting" which was a deep dive into the behaviour of podcast consumers. Jay is kind enough to join us to talk about the findings. This is a study that was unveiled at Podcast Movement back in August, and has reverberated throughout the podcast an content creation community.
Do you have to have a video to accompany your podcast?
Do you have to have a video strategy?
Why is this happening?
...2023-11-021h 06
The Podcast SuperfriendsStop It! Just Stop it!The Podcast Superfriends dive into the things they want you to stop doing when making podcasts. Here are a few of the things they want you to stop.Jon Gay: Asking for ratings and reviews at the end of a podcast is less egregious but still not effective.Matt Cundill shares his frustration with the common practice of including a microphone in podcast artwork, citing it as a cliché and a missed opportunity for creativity.Catherine O'Brien suggests dropping the teaser at the beginning of a podcast and getting straight to the content. J...2023-10-1059 min
It Starts With AttractionParenthood, Personal Identity, and the Pursuit of Self-Care with Catherine O'BrienHave a question you want answered? Submit it here!What does it mean to balance identity and parenthood? As a parent, we often find ourselves struggling to keep our individuality while catering to the never-ending demands of our tiny humans. In this enlightening episode, my chat with Catherine O'Brien, founder of happywithbaby.com, and a licensed marriage and family therapist, leads us down a path where we examine this challenge and more.The journey of parenthood is a rollercoaster ride - it's exciting, it's exhausting, and it's definitely transformative. Catherine walks us through her own...2023-09-2630 min
The Podcast SuperfriendsYou Need a Video Strategy For Your PodcastIt turns out that the biggest takeaway from Podcast Movement was the explosion of video. That likely creates more questions than answers for podcasters. The Podcast Superfriends unpack their favorite video strategies for your podcast.If you want to watch us live, be sure to follow us in these places and you'll get a notification.This episode was recorded live. You can view the original recording here.Check out more from the Superfriends below:Johnny - Straight Up PodcastsDavid - Boston Podcast NetworkJon - JAG...2023-09-0652 min
The Podcast SuperfriendsEverything You Need To Know About Dynamic Audio InsertionThe Superfriends get together to come up with some practices regarding Dynamic Ad (or Audio) Insertion. Dynamic ad insertion in podcasting refers to the process of dynamically inserting targeted advertisements into podcast episodes at the time of delivery or playback. Instead of being hard-coded into the original audio file, ads are added to the content on-the-fly, allowing for personalized and up-to-date advertisements to reach listeners.The traditional method of podcast advertising involves host-read or pre-recorded ads that are included in the podcast during the production stage. While this approach can work well for evergreen content, it lacks...2023-07-2655 min
The Podcast SuperfriendsTraversing TranscriptionWhile everyone agrees that transcribing your podcast is a good idea, there is some confusion over its value in SEO, and is investing the time it takes worth it? The Podcast Superfriends get together to discuss their experiences with transcription... so far.Services mentioned in this episode:Headliner: https://www.headliner.app/VEED: https://www.veed.io/Trint: https://trint.com/Descript: https://www.descript.com/Gotranscript: https://gotranscript.com/Otter: https://otter.ai/homeRiverside: https://riverside.fm/homepageTemi...2023-06-061h 04
The Podcast SuperfriendsOur Wishlist For the Podcast IndustryWhat are some of the things that we wish podcast companies offered? Or not offer? You'd be surprised at the number of times offerings come out and we ask: "Do we really need that?"A discussion about some of the services and features we think would make podcasting better, and a light critique of some of the things we’re not sure are going to positively move the needle.Join Catherine O'Brien, Matt Cundill (Sound Off Media), David Yas (The Boston Podcast Network), Jon Gay (Jag in Detroit) and Johnny Podcasts (Straight Up Podcasts) as th...2023-05-0559 min
The Podcast Superfriends20 Questions for the SuperfriendsMatt got back from Spain and brings home his own form of the Spanish Inquisition. 20 Questions for the Podcast Superfriends:(2:12) 1. Your favourite Microphone you recommend to a client that has never recorded before.(6:34) 2. Best recording platform… Riverside, Squadcast, Zoom or Zencastr and why?(11:28) 3. What do you edit your shows with?(21:06) 4. Favourite podcast Host and why do you like it?5. Favourite podcast about podcasting?(22:42) 6. Most under rated marketing hack for promoting a podcast.(26:37) 7. The best day to release an episode is….(29:24) 8. The very first podcast you...2023-04-121h 12
The Podcast SuperfriendsThe Podcast Pyramid To SuccessJohnny introduces the Podcast Pyramid to Success, and the friends mull over the Infinite Dial Research, and whether You Tube's next attempt at involving themselves with podcasting is gonna be a thing.They also start talking about Dynamic Ad insertion and whether it is good or bad, and then realize they should do a full episode on it.For a full transcript of this episode click here If you want to watch us live, be sure to follow us in these places and you'll get a notification.This episode was recorded...2023-03-061h 03
Parenting on the Spectrum#61 - Better You, Better Parent: with Catherine O'BrienSelf care is not selfish.
About Catherine
Catherine O’Brien is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the founder of HappyWithBaby.com, where she helps parents thrive as caregivers and partners.
She knows what it’s like to be overwhelmed, out of energy, and out of ideas as a new parent. She created Happy With Baby in order for new and expecting parents to discover the advice she wishes she could have had when managing expectations of parenthood and relationships.
Talk to Catherine O’Brien about maintaining a healthy relationship after ha...2023-02-1026 min
The Podcast SuperfriendsHow To Launch A PodcastThe Podcast Superfriends discuss some best practices for starting a podcast in 2023.If you want to watch us live, be sure to follow us in these places and you'll get a notification.This episode was recorded live. You can view the original recording here.Check out more from the Superfriends below:Johnny - Straight Up PodcastsDavid - Boston Podcast NetworkJon - JAG In Detroit PodcastsCatherine - Branch Out ProgramsMatt- The Soundoff Podcast Network Learn more...2023-02-011h 06
Happy Go FabulousMake the DASH count with June O'BrienIn this episode of the Happiness Hive Podcast, Catherine chats with long-time friend June O'Brien. As someone who has an infectious zest for life, listen as June shares with us her adventurous life journey so far and the special DASH principle she loves to live by. In this episode you'll also hear:- what growing up on the coast of New Guinea was like- how June's adventurous spirit led her to creating unique travel experiences for others- what can happen when you open up to experiences you wouldn't normally try- th...2023-01-3046 min
The Podcast SuperfriendsOur 2023 Podcast PredictionsThe Crew is back together to discuss their 2023 Podcast predictions.In case you missed the live stream of this episode, here are the links we posted in the chat:OpenAI ChatGPTAdobe Labs' Project ShastaIf you want to watch us live, be sure to follow us in these places and you'll get a notification.. This episode was recorded live. You can view the original recording here.Check out more from the Superfriends below:Johnny - Straight Up PodcastsDavid - Boston Podcast...2023-01-041h 04
Motherhood Meets MedicineMotherhood, Finding Joy, and Eliminating Comparison with Catherine O'BrienBecoming a mother comes with so many changes. After having kids, it can be difficult to maintain a sense of self and find purpose (or a moment to yourself!) outside of motherhood. Specifically, after the last few years of the pandemic, the challenges that mothers are faced with have only increased, and are leaving long-lasting impacts.To talk more about this topic, I have guest Catherine O’Brien on the podcast. We’re discussing many different pieces of motherhood, such as maternity leave, connecting with your partner, finding moments for yourself, mental health, and so m...2022-12-211h 00
The Podcast SuperfriendsMeet David Yas from the Boston Podcast NetworkThis week, an intimate interview with one of the Superfriends, David Yas. This conversation was originally Episode 323 of Matt's show, The Sound Off Podcast.If you want to watch us live, be sure to follow us in these places and you'll get a notification.. Check out more from the Superfriends below:Johnny - Straight Up PodcastsDavid - Boston Podcast NetworkJon - JAG In Detroit PodcastsCatherine - Branch Out ProgramsMatt- The Soundoff Podcast Network Learn mo...2022-12-0138 min
The Podcast SuperfriendsPodcast First ImpressionsIn this episode, The Podcast Superfriends get together with some podcast episodes for a group listen. All they see is the artwork, then they listen to up to 75 seconds of the episode and discuss. They determine if what they heard was enough to grab their attention!Here are the podcasts were reviewed.(9:00) SacTown Talks(20:00) Powered By Protein(29:32) Heyfounded (37:31) Let's Take This Outside(46:45) America This WeekIf you want to watch us live, be sure to follow us in these places and you'll get a notification.. 2022-11-221h 06
The Podcast SuperfriendsUntangling the HolidaysToday the Superfriends get together to talk about how to Recession-proof your podcast, and prepare for the upcoming holidays. Believe it or not, there are some awesome holiday marketing hacks in and amongst those days off.If you want to watch us live, be sure to follow us in these places and you'll get a notification.. Head to the website for a transcriptThis episode was recorded live. You can view the original recording here.Check out more from the Superfriends below:Johnny - Straight Up Podcasts...2022-10-2656 min
The Podcast SuperfriendsWhat to Know Before Getting Podcast MarriedSo you want to start a podcast and you want to do it with a co-host? There are things you need to know. In this episode the Podcast Superfriends discuss things like getting a pre-nup, planning who does what in the work flow, right down to splitting revenue. Basically all the things you don't think about in that moment when you toast to your future podcast success.If you want to watch us live, be sure to follow us in these places and you'll get a notification.Head to the website for a transcript2022-09-291h 03
Happy Go FabulousLight magic after the darkness with Nikki O'BrienIn this episode of the Happiness Hive Podcast, Catherine chats with the mastermind behind making this podcast sound stunning, Nikki O'Brien. Connecting immediately over their mutual love of sharing women's stories, Nikki and Catherine became fast friends. So much more than a podcast coach and strategist, listen as Nikki shares moments of her dark night of the soul and how she came to a feeling of deep safety, wholeness and acceptance. In this episode you'll also hear: - the moment Nikki knew she was destined to engage audiences in a fun and meaningful way- h...2022-09-2653 min
The Podcast SuperfriendsPodcast Movement 22: Thoughts, Feelings Impressions and Take AwaysMatt, Jon and Johnny attended Podcast Movement and share what they saw. Join us Monday at 5pm ET and bring your podcast questions.Check out more from the Superfriends below:Johnny - Straight Up PodcastsDavid - Boston Podcast NetworkJon - JAG In Detroit PodcastsCatherine - Branch Out ProgramsMatt- The Soundoff Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-08-311h 08
Entering Motherhood: Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum Support109. Maintaining Partner Relationships in the Postpartum Period With Catherine O’BrienIn this episode we talk with Catherine O’Brien, a licenced marriage and family therapist, about how we can navigate our relationship with our partners after baby is here. She specializes in working with new and expecting parents. When she first entered motherhood she realized that parenthood was not as easy as she thought it would be and now helps others through the transition through offering coaching and courses. Catherine is also an author of, Happy with Baby, a book filled with essential relationship advice for when partners become parents. We talk about a few of the struggles you ma...2022-08-2947 min
The Podcast SuperfriendsBe Our Guest: Managing Podcast GuestsWorking with guests is so much more than just inviting them on to the show. Everyone guest also comes with different expectations about podcasting. Today, our podcast experts share their strategies for getting the most out of the podcast guest experience.Check out more from the Superfriends below:Johnny - Straight Up PodcastsDavid - Boston Podcast NetworkJon - JAG In Detroit PodcastsCatherine - Branch Out ProgramsMatt- The Soundoff Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...2022-08-091h 10
Ask the Doulas PodcastMoving From Partner to Parent with Catherine O'Brien, author of Happy with BabySend us a textKristin Revere & Catherine O'Brien discuss the challenges of moving from partner to parent and how that can throw you for a loop.Please leave a review on our podcast if you enjoyed this episode, so we can reach more listeners like you!Subscribe to our newsletter, check out Kristin’s birth and baby book, and see more about our Doula services & online courses below:https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulasKeywords: Partner to Parent | Ca...2022-08-0320 min
The Podcast SuperfriendsPodcast CharcuterieThis time around, it is Podcast Charcuterie. We will be taking a look at how our summer podcast downloads are doing, looking ahead to Podcast Movement next month, and how many episodes is the right amount to launch with?But right off the top Johnny involves Matt and Jag into their latest adventures into Squadcast v5 which came out a few weeks ago. While there have been some noted improvements, the roll out has been a little clunky and Catherine wonders if overall, companies are more into changing the aesthetics of the dashboards rather than the user...2022-07-191h 00
The Podcast SuperfriendsMeet Catherine O'BrienThis is an episode that was originally created in August of 2021 for the Sound Off Podcast.Catherine O'Brien is the owner of Branch Out Programs in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The California transplant turned in her career as a tax preparer for one in podcast. We met back in 2016 in Chicago and have made it point now to meet on a regular basis to help one another with branded podcasts. Sadly, this being another year of COVID, I won't get to see Catherine again - but instead decided to get together on this podcast to see how Podcast...2022-06-2439 min
The Podcast SuperfriendsDon't Get Stuck in a Podcast RutCatherine O'Brien from Branch Out Programs asks: What happens when things get a little lethargic around our podcast? There are also different types of ruts including:The Content Rut, The Growth Rut, and the Tech Rut.You can also watch the show here on Youtube.Check out more from the Superfriends below:Johnny - Straight Up PodcastsDavid - Boston Podcast NetworkJon - JAG In Detroit PodcastsCatherine - Branch Out ProgramsMatt- The Soundoff Podcast Network Learn...2022-06-141h 00
The Podcast SuperfriendsFive out of 5 Producers Agree: Do Not Use A Blue YetiWelcome to the first episode of the Podcast Superfriends, hosted by Matt Cundill, Johnny Peterson, Jon Gay, Catherine O'Brien and David Yas. We're a collective of podcast industry veterans from across North America who love to talk about everything to do with podcasts. Since it's our debut episode, we thought we'd keep it simple. This week's conversation centers around how to start a podcast, what you need to get going, and how to build a successful brand.We also talk about the production side of things: Why you need an editor, what makes a good editor vs...2022-05-271h 05
The Podcast SuperfriendsSustaining Your Podcast: Matt Gets to 300 Episodes!In this episode, the Superfriends focus in on how to keep a podcast going over time. As Matt reaches 300 episodes of the Sound Off Podcast, he goes over the things he's learned since he started his show and how he's managed to stay popular with his audience over the years. The Superfriends also chime in with more tips about audience engagement- things like the ideal podcast length (and why there isn't necessarily one), how to focus your topics, and how to keep the show fresh as you go. They also touch on the value of having a large library...2022-05-271h 07
Brainy MomsRelationship Advice for Couples after Having a Baby with guest Catherine O'Brien, LMFTRelationships change when you add a baby to your family, but you can still be happy amidst the sleepless nights, demanding feeding schedule, and bottomless diaper pail. On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Catherine O’Brien, marriage and family therapist and author of the book Happy with Baby: Essential Relationship Advice When Partners Become Parents. Catherine talks about the relationship challenges of being a new parent…for the first time or even the fifth time. She offers advice to our listeners for connecting with your partner, your new baby, and yours...2022-04-0545 min
The New Mom Boss Podcast102. Reconnecting With Your Partner And Finding Purpose After Baby with Catherine O’BrienWelcome back to the New Mom Boss Podcast! In this episode, Catherine O’Brien shares with us her best tips for couples on how they can strengthen their relationship before, during, and after bringing their baby home. Catherine is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the founder of Happy With Baby, which she created in order for new parents to discover the advice she wishes she could have had as a parent. Together, we discuss her background in starting Happy With Baby, how couples can work to reconnect with each othe...2022-03-2437 min
Couples Synergy: Real Couples, Real Stories...Real RelationshipsHelping Overwhelmed Parents Connect Again - feat. Catherine O'BrienCATHERINE & RICK'S STORY: In this podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we interview Catherine O'Brien & her husband, Rick, about how they had to learn how to connect again even being overwhelmed parents. Catherine started HappyWithBaby.com to help stressed parents find that joy and connection again. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at...2022-03-1445 min
Chick ChatWhen Partners Become Parents: Essential Relationship Advice from Catherine O’BrienIt's a beautiful thing when a couple decides to grow their family and welcome a baby. It's a wonderful way to watch the love you have for one another blossom into something bigger and even more powerful. However, having a baby can bring out the best in people and sometimes the worst. This is why it's so important to prepare for this life-changing time in advance so that you both can be on the same page as partners and as parents. But if you're listening to this episode after you've welcomed home your baby, no worries. There are incredible...2022-03-0147 min
Linda's Corner: Inspiration for a Better LifeLinda's Corner Podcast - Happy with Baby - Catherine O'BrienWelcome to Linda's Corner, a top rated, positive, encouraging, self-improvement podcast. In this episode, I'm delighted to welcome Catherine O’Brien. Catherine is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, the author of “Happy with Baby: Essential Relationship advice when partners become parents,” founder of HappyBaby.com, the California state co-coordinator for Postpartum support International; and she helped establish “A Mother’s Heart” in Sacramento, where mothers with perinatal and anxiety disorders can go to receive support, and she participates in the Sacramento Maternal Mental Health Collaborative. You can reach Catherine at her website happywithbaby.com and on social media @happywithbaby. 2022-01-2031 min