Ep 19: Adam Talks About Finding & Interviewing Guests and Speaks to Kevin Palmieri, Host of the "Next Level University" Podcast

Beyond The Microphone: A Podcast About Podcasters

In this inspiring episode of Beyond The Microphone, host Adam Baruh sits down with Kevin Palmieri, the CFO, founder, and co-host of Next Level University, a top-rated podcast dedicated to holistic self-improvement for dream chasers. Kevin shares his personal journey from chasing external validations to finding internal fulfillment and the role podcasting has played in his transformation.
Key Points Discussed:
1. The Process of Finding Podcast Guests: Adam shares his insights on platforms like podcastguests.com, podmatch.com, and podtask.com for finding and pitching podcast guests.
2. The Mission of Next Level University: Kevin discusses the podcast's heart-driven but no BS approach to holistic self-improvement, aiming to help people succeed across all aspects of their lives.
3. Kevin's Personal Story: Kevin opens up about his past struggles with depression and anxiety despite external success and how a shift in perspective led him to podcasting and eventually co-founding Next Level University.
4. The Importance of Community in Podcasting: Kevin emphasizes the value of creating a community for podcast listeners to foster deeper connections and engagement, suggesting platforms like Facebook Groups tailored to the audience's preferences.
5. Podcasting Discoveries: Kevin reflects on his realization that the podcasting industry is smaller than expected and stresses the importance of consistency and intentionality in creating a successful podcast.
6. Advice for Aspiring Podcasters: Kevin and Adam discuss the common pitfalls of pod fading and the significance of staying true to one's mission and purpose beyond download numbers and monetization.
Resources:
- Next Level University: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-level-university/id1221110027
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