Best Carl Duncan Podcasts (2025)

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Rethinking Networking: From Belly-To-Belly To Browser-To-Browser with Chris Lipper and James Prokop 32:57

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Send us a text Sick of long flights and awkward trade-show chatter? Chris Lipper and James Prokop share how a mastermind-led community transformed trade shows into high-ROI virtual events that actually feel human. From early Zoom “booths” to a polished metaverse-style floor, they reveal the systems that help business owners meet the right people, l…

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Morris Dancing, Microphones, And Making It Work with Duncan Bhaskaran Brown 40:15

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Send us a text Ready to grow your voice without chasing vanity metrics? We sit down with Duncan Bhaskaran Brown—author, speaker, and unapologetic Morris dancer—to unpack how small, aligned audiences can move the needle more than massive but passive ones, and why guesting early and often builds skill, credibility, and genuine reach. Duncan’s journey…

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How A Philosopher-Musician Built A Lasting Podcast Without Chasing Ads with Joel Bouchard 32:39

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Send us a text A teenage band with no instruments, a DIY studio built on curiosity, and a philosophy show that grew for six years without chasing ad money—Joel Bouchard’s story is a masterclass in building something meaningful and letting it compound. We sit down with Joel, a doctoral student in psychology, multi-instrumentalist producer, author, p…

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From Car Crash to Coach: Building a Durable Podcast and Business with Alan Lazaros 40:42

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Send us a text If you’ve ever wondered why some podcasts quietly stack momentum while others sputter out by episode 21, this conversation with Alan Lazarus pulls back the curtain. We get honest about the real work: pairing repeatable systems with genuine people skills, playing the long game with weekly cadence, and aligning passion with purpose so …

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From Refugee Roots to Podcast Routes with Julie Pham, PhD 32:07

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Send us a text Four and a half rejections and still pushing forward—that’s how Julie Pham, PhD, found her footing on the TEDx stage and, later, across 66 podcast guest appearances. We dive into the real mechanics of turning a complex personal journey—refugee roots, historian training, community organizing, and Seattle tech—into a clear message list…

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The Productivity Paradox: Why Remote Work Works with Shane Spraggs 25:06

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Send us a text Remote work isn't a pandemic experiment—it's a workplace revolution that's been brewing for decades. Shane Spraggs, CEO of Vertura and author of "The Power of Remote," takes us on a fascinating journey from IBM's 1970s telecommuting programs to today's fully distributed global teams. What makes this conversation especially relevant f…

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Blown Up But Not Broken: A Combat Vet's Speaking Journey with Brian Fleming 25:41

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Send us a text How do you turn life-shattering trauma into a powerful speaking career? Combat-wounded veteran Brian Fleming reveals the answer after surviving a suicide bomber attack in Afghanistan that left him with second and third-degree burns requiring 14 months of grueling recovery. The pivotal moment came when Fleming met a Vietnam veteran wh…

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Dial-Up to Digital: What Actually Works in Modern Marketing with Gee Ranasinha 32:04

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Send us a text Ever wonder why some marketing cuts through the noise while most fades into oblivion? G Ranasina, CEO of Caxino marketing agency and a veteran marketer since the days of AOL CDs, reveals the uncomfortable truth about what's wrong with modern marketing. "Marketing bros think all you need is to throw data into some AI engine and have i…

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Emotional Journeys: How Stories Shape Our Understanding with Lucinda Sage-Midgorden 33:17

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Send us a text What if the stories we consume shape our emotional intelligence more profoundly than we realize? Lucinda Sage-Midgorden's journey through storytelling reveals exactly that powerful connection. From childhood family movie nights where discussions were mandatory to launching her Story Power podcast in her sixties, Lucinda shares how st…

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Price Tags and Profit Margins: The Science You're Missing with Per Sjofor 26:51

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Send us a text Pricing might be the most powerful yet underutilized profit lever in your business toolkit. In this eye-opening conversation with Per Sjöfors, "The Price Whisperer," we uncover why most businesses leave substantial money on the table through ineffective pricing strategies. Per reveals the shocking mathematics behind pricing power: wh…

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Building India’s Podcasting Ecosystem from Scratch with Gautam Raj Anand 46:18

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Send us a text Ever wondered how an entire nation discovers a medium that's been thriving elsewhere for decades? Meet Gautam Raj Anand, widely known as "the father of podcasting in India," whose remarkable journey from bored banker to pioneering podcast innovator reveals what happens when necessity meets opportunity. Gautam's story begins with corp…

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Brain Glue: The Secret to Selling Emotionally with James I. Bond 37:33

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Send us a text The greatest ideas in the world die every day simply because nobody remembers them. What separates forgettable messages from unforgettable ones? Brain glue - the emotional "stickiness" that makes concepts impossible to forget. James I. Bond, behavioral management specialist and award-winning author, shares the transformative moment t…

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Queering Sacred Art with Fr. William Hart McNichols 46:43

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Father William Hart McNichols (he/him) is widely known as one of the world’s most gifted iconographers. A former Jesuit and student of Franciscan iconographer Robert Lentz, Fr. Bill’s icons have been in exhibitions across the U.S. In 1980, a year after becoming a priest, he moved to NYC where he ministered to people with HIV/AIDS. From 1983 - 1990 …

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Building Authentic Community Beyond Platforms with Paul Gowder 23:12

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Send us a text What if everything you thought about building community around your podcast was incomplete? Paul Gowder, founder of PowWows.com and host of multiple podcasts, including "OTW with Paul," shatters common misconceptions about community building in this eye-opening conversation. The secret to fostering genuine connection doesn't lie in f…

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Podcasting for Passion, Not Profit with John C. Morely 45:07

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Send us a text Ever wondered why some podcasts thrive while others fizzle out after just a few episodes? Serial entrepreneur John C. Morley pulls back the curtain on what truly drives podcasting success—and it's not what most beginners expect. With refreshing candor, John shares how he transformed his frustration with inadequate marketing agencies …

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What's It For and Who's It For? Redefining Podcast Purpose with Dave Bates 25:58

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Send us a text Ever wondered how successful podcasters build thriving communities while staying true to themselves? Dave Bates, an executive coach with 30 years of business experience, pulls back the curtain on what really drives podcast sustainability and growth. Most creators launch their shows expecting rapid success, only to abandon ship after …

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Rewire Your Mind, Change Your Life with Lucie Ptasznik 31:30

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Send us a text Have you ever felt that nagging sensation that you're meant for more, but something invisible holds you back? Lucie Ptasznik knows this feeling intimately. From a city girl with an impossible horse dream to building a seven-figure equestrian business, her journey reveals the extraordinary power of perseverance and mindset transformat…

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Saving Hours: Automate Your Way to Podcast Freedom with Joe Casabona 29:43

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Send us a text Ever wonder how some podcasters manage to run multiple shows while maintaining their sanity and family life? In this eye-opening conversation, automation expert Joe Casabona reveals his secrets for making computers do the heavy lifting in podcast production. Through practical examples, Joe demonstrates how even seemingly "quick" manu…

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The Art of Communication: From Corporate to Podcasting with Rosie Zilinskas 34:36

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Send us a text What does a 100-episode podcasting milestone have in common with high-performance leadership? Everything, according to Rosie Zilinskas. Drawing from her 30-year corporate career and success as host of the No Woman Left Behind podcast, Rosie reveals the powerful principles that connect exceptional podcasting with career advancement an…

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Queering Paradox with James Crews 50:01

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James Crews (he/him) is the editor of several bestselling anthologies, including The Path to Kindness: Poems of Connection and Joy and How to Love the World: Poems of Gratitude and Hope, which has over 100,000 copies in print. He has been featured in The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, The New York Times Magazine, The New Republic, The Christian…

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Mastering Solo Episodes: The Podcaster's Secret Weapon with Isabella Sanchez Castaneda 25:04

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Send us a text Ever wondered why your podcast isn't building the audience connection or business results you expected? The answer might lie not in who you're interviewing, but in how little airtime you're giving yourself. In this perspective-shifting conversation with award-winning podcast strategist Isabella Sanchez Castaneda, we uncover why solo …

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Bulletproof Your Business: Mastering Continuity in Crisis, with Erika Andresen 29:01

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Send us a text The unexpected happens—platforms crash, power fails, key equipment breaks down. Is your business prepared to keep functioning when disaster strikes? In this eye-opening conversation with business continuity expert Erika Andresen, we explore the critical yet often overlooked practices that keep businesses operational through any disru…

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Mastering Your Google Business Profile with Marilyn Jenkins 15:05

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Send us a text Discover the untapped potential of Google Business Profiles with digital marketing veteran Marilyn Jenkins as she reveals how this free tool can dramatically increase your local visibility and phone inquiries. Many business owners make a critical mistake – setting up their Google Business Profile once and forgetting about it. But as …

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Ep. 231: "FURRIES ARE SHAMANS!" Ari Freeman On the Horrors of Furry & Brony Sorcery 1:21:45

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Watch the video version of this podcast on YouTube! Yes hello! Thee Very Wizard of New Zealand himself, Ari Freeman unlocks the DREAD and FORBIDDEN SECRETS of Furry Sorcery and Brony Tulpas in this conversation with Jason Louv in this, the first "actual YouTube show" episode of the Ultraculture Podcast! THINGS MAN WAS NOT MEANT TO KNOW become, most…

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You're Sitting On A Goldmine Of Content That Could Transform Your Podcast's Reach with Ely Delaney 30:11

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Send us a text Ever feel like you're creating amazing podcast content only to have it disappear into the void after posting a single announcement? What if that one episode could magically transform into dozens of engaging social media posts, extending your reach for months? That's exactly what marketing strategist Ely Delaney reveals in this eye-op…

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From Idea to Global Sensation: Kevin Palmieri on Building a Successful Podcast 35:28

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Send us a text What does it take to transform a simple podcast idea into a global sensation? Join us as we sit down with Kevin Palmieri, the mastermind behind Next Level University, a leading self-improvement podcast with over 1,700 episodes. Kevin candidly shares his unexpected journey into podcasting, teaching us the true meaning of accountabilit…

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Unlocking the Power of Metaphors in Podcasting with Alison Smith 33:32

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Send us a text Unlock the art of communication as Alison Smith, a seasoned coach and speaker, joins us to unveil the power of metaphors in making complex ideas more accessible. Imagine transforming intricate concepts into relatable stories that stick, much like Alison's genius use of gardening metaphors to break down the complexities of supplier ma…

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Queering Power with the Rev. Larry J. Morris III 38:42

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The Rev. Larry J. Morris III (he/they) is an apostle, digital marketer, scholar, and spiritual director based in Chicago, IL. In his work, he “helps individuals and organizations realize their extraordinary purpose.” Larry is also Executive Director of the Inclusive Collective, a campus ministry in the Chicagoland area. Larry is a Ph.D. student in …

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Ep. 230: The Revival of Magick: A Talk at Catland Books 48:43

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Fresh from the archives, this is a talk on the Revival of Magick that I gave at the now-defunct Catland Books in Brooklyn, NY in 2014. The quality is so-so as it was filmed on a handheld digital camcorder, but I've done my best to clean up the sound and video. In the talk, I discuss how 3rd millennium magick radically differs from the magick of the…

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Ethical AI and Its Role in Shaping Our World with Dr. Bo Bennett 30:40

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Send us a text What if artificial intelligence could transform the way we communicate and create content? Join us as we uncover the intersection of AI and modern communication with our esteemed guest, Dr. Bo Bennett. Dr. Bennett shares his inspiring journey from self-publishing back in 2001 to developing platforms like ebookitcom and Bookmarketingp…

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Transforming Homes and Lives with Real Estate & Podcasting with Jim Manning 31:02

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets to financial freedom with Jim Manning, who shares his transformative journey from working for a self-made billionaire to becoming a successful real estate investor. Discover how his early days inventorying an extensive wine collection sparked his passion for real estate and commitment to creating generational wealt…

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Transforming Relationships Through Influence, with EksAyn Anderson 29:16

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Send us a text Acclaimed author and influence strategist EksAyn Anderson shares his journey from real estate professional to renowned speaker and author, unveiling the secrets behind his successful transition. Learn how EksAyn's book, "The Key to the Gate," catapulted him into the spotlight, earning recognition on prestigious platforms like Forbes.…

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Queering Genesis with Jessica Jacobs 48:08

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Jessica Jacobs is the author of unalone, poems in conversation with the Book of Genesis (Four Way Books, March 2024); Take Me with You, Wherever You’re Going (Four Way Books, 2019), one of Library Journal’s Best Poetry Books of the Year, winner of the Devil’s Kitchen and Goldie Awards, and a finalist for the Brockman-Campbell, American Fiction, and…

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Ep. 229: The Truck of Peace Strikes New Orleans 31:32

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In this episode of the Ultraculture Podcast, I reflect on the recent attack in New Orleans, exploring its implications and the interplay of spirituality and cultural conflict. I critique the notion of universality in religion, highlighting significant disparities among belief systems, particularly regarding Islam, and discuss the historical role of…

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Ep. 228: The Black Tide of Occultism 30:23

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Jason Louv explores the intricate relationships between psychoanalysis and occult practices, emphasizing the importance of personal narrative and psychological awareness in fostering self-understanding—including an active meditation for meeting higher levels of yourself! Links & Resources: 🌈 Magick.Me - Online School for Magick, Meditation, and Mys…

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Ep. 227: I Met God and Her Name is Barbara "Willy" Mendes 1:02:56

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Jason Louv interviews Barbara Mendes, a multifaceted artist known for her underground comics and contemporary art. Mendes, affectionately known by her pen name Willie Mendes, recounts her artistic journey that began in the 1960s, during a time when female artists often faced discrimination and marginalization. She reflects on the challenges that wo…

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Ep. 226: DUNCAN TRUSSELL RETURNS in the MACARENA OF MADNESS 3:02:22

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The wonderful Duncan Trussell, who should need no introduction, returns to the show!!! PLUS: We just launched the pre-sale for the brand new, revamped ADEPT INITIATIVE I and the long, long awaited ADEPT INITIATIVE II, which we're teaching online Jan 6–Feb 14 and Mar 1–Apr 14, 2025. Join us for the ultimate megatraining in Magick & the Occult—and Un…

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Unlocking Podcast Potential with Creative Spark, with Camille Diaz 33:09

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Send us a text Ever wondered how a quarantine hobby could evolve into an engaging podcast with a unique twist? Meet Camille, our creative guest whose initial spark led to a thriving podcasting journey where costumes add flair and fun to serious discussions on the emotional side of money. Camille shares her inspiring story that began with a spontane…

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Ep. 225: The Medicine Wheel Unveiled with Carlos Glover 1:25:15

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Carlos Glover as he introduces his transformative book, Earth Wisdom Teachings. In this episode, Glover shares insights from over 40 years of guiding individuals through the profound principles of the Medicine Wheel, a powerful symbol of interconnectedness that draws from ancient wisdom traditions. Glov…

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Queering Eros with Jon Carl Lewis 48:38

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Jon Carl Lewis (he/him/his) is a spiritual guide and liberative educator in the queer, contemplative Christian tradition. He loves helping people recognize vital connections among the various aspects of themselves as a way of grounding their exploration of what brings them deep meaning, connection, and joy. You can learn more about him and read his…

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Journey to Effective Communication in Leadership, with Tara Lehman 22:32

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets to effective leadership and communication with Tara Lehman, a respected leadership and business coach from Twin Life Coaching and Business Services. Tara delves into her rich history of leadership, highlighting how her early experiences have shaped her philosophy today. She offers invaluable insights on mastering t…

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Exploring the Future of Podcasting: AI, Creativity, and the Journey with Philip Blackett 31:51

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Send us a text Join us for an insightful conversation with the multifaceted Philip Blackett, a seasoned author, consultant, and entrepreneur who has expertly navigated the podcasting realm since 2013. Discover how Philip's journey from a single podcast to multiple shows reveals the dynamic evolution of the medium. Philip shares strategic tips for p…

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Ep. 224: Meetings with Remarkable Magicians & Life in the Occult Underground With Carl Abrahamsson 58:11

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Join us for an extraordinary conversation with Carl Abrahamsson as he unveils his latest book, Meetings with Remarkable Magicians: Life in the Occult Underground. In this episode, Abrahamsson takes us through his journey into the world of magic, weaving together encounters with legendary occult figures and reflections on his own path through mystic…