Best Dave Goetz Podcasts (2025)

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Celebrity Chef, Andrew Zimmern's brand advice: stop being scared of story! 37:49

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16d ago37:49

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Andrew Zimmern didn’t stumble into media success—he sprinted toward it with intentional risk, relentless work, and zero entitlement. In this episode, the chef-turned-storyteller breaks down how he went from unpaid internships to national stardom by “running at” opportunities when clarity struck. He shares why brands fail at content (they’re afraid …

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AI Eating SEO? YouTube Just As Important As Your Website? Marcus Sheridan pulls no punches 38:34

2M ago38:34

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Founders, you kinda suck at SEO, content, and communications. That's tragic because many of you have incredible brain-frying technology and ideas the world wants to hear about. Marcus Sheridan, author Endless Customers describes why AI has made web content more important than ever, and explains why YouTube is just as important as your own site. She…

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Third Man Syndrome 52:02

7M ago52:02

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Meg and Alyssa share some astonishing third man stories after recounting their own stories of Valentine's Day and the Eagles Super Bowl celebrations!

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Haunted Fútbol 31:18

7M ago31:18

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Still caught up in Super Bowl excitement, Meg and Alyssa stay in a sporting territory this week. This time, they explore some paranormal experiences on and around the soccer.

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Go Birds! 54:10

8M ago54:10

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The Philadelphia Eagles have made it back to the Super Bowl! To celebrate, Meg and Alyssa tell some incredible paranormal "Eagle" stories!

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Danny Getz - World Contact Day 1:02:37

8M ago1:02:37

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You've heard from Danny Getz on this show many times before, but never like this. This time, Danny brings us a chilling story from his own life! There's a first time for everything! In addition to his haunting tale from the early internet age, he tells us how The Carpenters led him to a wonderful yet scary story of one man trying to make contact wi…

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IBM Technology hit 1 million YouTube subs. Host Martin Keen explains their strategy. 33:24

8M ago33:24

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IBM Technology's YouTube channel just hit 1 million subs last week and show host Martin Keen explains how they create content, where they get their ideas, how they promote, and how they create "broad" content to engage, and then drill down into the niches to build relationships. Keen also explains how their team collaborates to ensure content stays…

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Happy New Year! 42:01

8M ago42:01

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Meg and Alyssa ring in the new year with some 2025 dos and don'ts, and a tarot reading for the show.

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Dave Terruso - Books For Adults 1:57:22

9M ago1:57:22

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Author and comedian Dave Terruso joins us to talk about his personal history as a writer, his approach to the craft, and his new horror novel The Snake Lady Will Eat You Whole.

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Paranormal Gift Guide 55:46

9M ago55:46

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Meg and Alyssa take us through the perfect gifts for paranormal enthusiasts of all ages!

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(Near) Death Experiences 22:13

9M ago22:13

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Meg and Alyssa catch up with stories of major life events and some haunting stories from Reddit.

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Trains Are More Haunted But Boats Are More Scary 40:57

10M ago40:57

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Meg and Alyssa tell some Thanksgiving stories, give some movie recommendations, and stumble on some interesting stories with a paranormal twist from South Philadelphia

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Serena Bolliger - The Ghost Is Vintage 1:01:22

10M ago1:01:22

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Serena Bolliger brings us some stories from Arlington, and no offense to Brads, but we're not interested in anything Brads have to say #notallBrads #yesallbrads https://allisonsfinkelstein.com/publications/forgotten-veterans-invisible-memorials-how-american-women-commemorated-the-great-war-1917-1945/ https://icdt.osu.edu/code-girls-untold-story-ame…

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Scary Stories, and More! 56:25

10M ago56:25

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We set out to catch up and hear some fun scary stories written by Reddit users, but we hit the full array of emotions along the way

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Miracles 14:36

10M ago14:36

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I guess it's not a bad time to hear about some miracles.

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Ann Van Epps - The Bride of Frankenstein Read My Cards 59:58

11M ago59:58

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Ann Van Epps returns this week with some more stories. We talk Savannah, GA, divination, cursed objects and so much more!

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Paranormal Museums 1:20:58

11M ago1:20:58

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Meg and Alyssa take you on a tour around the country to some of its outstanding paranormal museums!

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Jamie Fitzpatrick - But It's Not The Clowns, Right? 47:14

11M ago47:14

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Jamie Fitzpatrick is here with tales of the haunted house he grew up in and a bedroom that may have had more creepy to offer than a few spectral hangers-on.

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YouTuber Mike Russell On How Creators Can Improve Production and Crossing 300,000 Subs 38:04

11M ago38:04

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YouTuber Mike Russell hit 300,000 subscribers which is an incredible accomplishment. Justin Brady sits down with the media mastermind and founder of Music Radio Creative, to discuss content creation, productivity, and the long road to success in the digital landscape. Mike, a veteran in audio production and YouTube content creation, shares valuable…

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UFOs In Ancient Times 53:43

11M ago53:43

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The return of Alyssa continues with a collection of first-hand accounts of UFO sightings from centuries ago.

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Josh Martier - Bigfoot Lives In Cleveland 58:40

12M ago58:40

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The hiatus is over! The show is back, and so is original co-host Alyssa Truszkowski! Our favorite duo is thrilled to have Josh Martier on to tell a story of Bigfoot in what may not be such an unexpected place.

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Memoir Expert Cristen Iris on the Elements of a Well-Written Memoir 52:36

1y ago52:36

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Imagine a tent with only one pole – it would collapse, right? The same principle applies to storytelling, where tentpole scenes provide the essential structure and support. This is true for fiction as well as memoirs and documentaries. In this episode, Cristen Iris discusses how tentpole scenes help you identify an intellectual and emotional arc fo…

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The Historic Anchorage Hotel 57:10

1+ y ago57:10

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We had the tremendous privilege of recording an episode in the Historic Anchorage Hotel in downtown Anchorage, AK! With the help of Terri from the hotel and the always-amazing Jessica Michelle Singleton we hear some of the many hair-raising tales from the hotel's storied history.

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Kass Smiley - If The Streetlights Goes Out 1:12:14

1+ y ago1:12:14

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The wonderful Kass Smiley is here! We dive deep on Alaskan culture, and get some pretty freaky personal stories from our guest.

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Book Coach Lisa Tener on How to Navigate Feedback from Editors 49:47

1+ y ago49:47

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As a writer, you understand the effort needed to transform raw ideas into polished words. Feedback from beta readers, book coaches, or developmental editors can show that a seemingly complete work requires significant revisions. In today's episode, Lisa Tener, an acclaimed book writing and publishing expert, shares her experiences and insights on n…

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Danny Getz - Make Weird Choices, Have Weird Thoughts 50:26

1+ y ago50:26

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In honor of Mother's Day, we have an episode about one mother who protected her child from beyond the grave!

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Joey Pettine - Grandma's Got Some Stories 1:09:05

1+ y ago1:09:05

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Joey Pettine came on the cast to talk classic scary stories to tell in the dark, his grandma's greatest ghost hits, and his own many terrifying encounters with the paranormal.

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Amy Davies on How to Build a Following on LinkedIn that Translates to New Opportunities 50:00

1+ y ago50:00

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In this episode, Amy Davies, a LinkedIn powerhouse, author of A Spark in the Dark, and CEO of First 30, shares actionable tips for turning your LinkedIn activity into new opportunities. Discover the best times to post, what content resonates with audiences, and how to boost engagement. If you're looking to elevate your LinkedIn strategy, this is yo…

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How to Write about Difficult Topics in Memoirs 39:38

1+ y ago39:38

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Writing a memoir likely will dredge up some difficult memories. For some writers, the pain of these memories might slow down the process of writing, like it did for Cheryl Landes, author of The Best I Can Do. It took Cheryl nearly two decades to complete her memoir. In this episode, Cheryl offers advice for structuring a memoir after years of being…

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Has earned media lost its luster? Eleanor Hawkins of Axios Communicators challenges norms. 31:30

1+ y ago31:30

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Many founders or CEOs dreams of a big, earned media hit in The New York Times or The Wall Street Journal. But are these big wins really the best target for outbound communications? That depends, says Eleanor Hawkins who leads the Axios Communicators newsletter. Hawkins covers communications trends, future uses of AI in marketing communications, and…

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How to Develop a Creative Idea for Your Nonfiction Book 50:15

1+ y ago50:15

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If you want to write a book that influences the world, you need to start with a creative idea. Great ideas form the essence of great books. And yet idea development is one of the biggest struggles of writers. In this episode, Dave and Melissa talk about what an idea really is, how to sharpen your idea, and how to develop an idea, so that readers re…

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Octavia Goredema on Finding Support throughout the Book Writing Journey 45:53

1+ y ago45:53

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The book publishing journey doesn’t always start with writing the book. It often starts with a book proposal, especially if you want to pursue traditional publishing. But how do you get a book proposal in the hands of a publishing house? You might need a literary agent. Octavia Goredema, author of PREP, PUSH, PIVOT: Essential Career Strategies for …

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The Haunted Nursery 49:36

1+ y ago49:36

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Melissa is here! Yay! Join us for what might be the most laid-back nursery haunting you may ever hear!

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Geoff Schoenberg - Long Distance Ghost 53:36

1+ y ago53:36

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Geoff Schoenberg is here this week with stories like we've never heard before!

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Psy was a psyop? Tribalism pro explains how we outsource our own decision making. 34:59

1+ y ago34:59

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Psy was a psyop created to make South Korea cool. Soap operas were created to sell soap. And the Grand Ole Opry, the longest running radio show in history, was a marketing play for insurance. Joah Santos, founder of Warhol is a tribalism nerd who consulted for Unilever, ABInBev, Airbnb and others. He tells me underlying structure of how information…

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Becky Robinson on How to Cultivate Online Followers 45:11

1+ y ago45:11

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The ever-evolving digital landscape can be daunting, leaving authors unsure of where to focus their efforts. Becky Robinson, founder and CEO of Weaving Influence, shares insights from her book Reach and discusses the four commitments to cultivating online followers. From practical tips to words of encouragement, this conversation is a must-listen f…

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Ellie Summerling - It Floated Out Of The Basket 57:14

1+ y ago57:14

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We're back to basics on this one! After Ellie updates us on some new hauntings in her life, Meg tells a few hair-raising paranormal stories.

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Danny Getz - Haunted Museums 49:06

1+ y ago49:06

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Danny Getz is back to explore haunted hotels from all over.

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Richie Warmkessel - We Leave Offerings 1:36:46

1+ y ago1:36:46

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Richie Warmkessel is here this week with stories of when he was young and all that leading up to today. They also talk about comedy and the big picture

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Virginia Frischkorn on Hosting Successful Book Launch Events 40:12

1+ y ago40:12

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One of the most memorable days for an author—especially a first-time author—is their book launch party. It’s a celebration of the hours, days, months—maybe even years—you’ve devoted to writing your book. A book launch event, however, is more than a party. It’s a strategic move where your word-of-mouth marketing begins. So just as with your book, it…

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Kasey Nicholson - A Guinea Pig In The Nightmare Room 59:03

1+ y ago59:03

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Kasey Nicholson is with us this week to tell us some of her most terrifying real-life scares.

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Jordan Rosenfeld on Storytelling Techniques to Use in Nonfiction Writing 35:57

1+ y ago35:57

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In the realm of nonfiction writing, facts and information reign supreme. They are critical to educating and persuading your audience. To do this, however, your writing must have emotional resonance. Storytelling is an elemental way to emotionally engage and connect with your reader. But nonfiction writers often feel insecure when it comes to creati…

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Marcos Fernandez Montana - My Samurai Jack 54:28

1+ y ago54:28

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Marcos Fernandez Montana joins Meg to talk about some out-of-the-ordinary experiences from growing up and how they relate to the traditions and stories of other cultures. They also learn about some mischievous ghost kids.

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Paranormal Football 52:46

1+ y ago52:46

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To celebrate Meg’s fantasy football success (at the time of recording) producer Dan is here to get educated on the fun history of paranormal football.

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7 Tips for Producing a Family History Documentary 46:22

2y ago46:22

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There’s a story behind every successful family business and enterprise. Some families will write a book. But some families might find a documentary is the best way to capture the family story. In this episode, Dave and Melissa will help you explore why a documentary might be a better vehicle than a book. They also offer 7 tips on how to create a co…

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Shiver - Ghost Marriage 56:45

2y ago56:45

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Melissa is back! This time it's to join Meg in a very exciting announcement! Don't worry we have a ghost too!

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Author and Book Coach Stacy Ennis on Systems for Book Writing and Landing a TEDx Talk 50:48

2y ago50:48

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If you’re stuck in the book writing process, you’ll want to tune into this episode. Bestselling author, speaker, ghostwriter, and book coach Stacy Ennis offers practical systems for developing your voice, focusing your book idea, and how to land a coveted spot as a TEDx speaker. Great Moments in the Episode 2:35 – 9:58 Strategies for packaging nonf…

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Danny Getz - Andrew Dawson? 48:32

2y ago48:32

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Andrew Dawson's mysterious TikTok videos have everyone talking. Are they real? Are all the things we see authentic? Along with returning guest Danny Getz, Meg attempts to get some answers.

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Reel Chills: Found Footage with ZG Burnett 1:00:40

2y ago1:00:40

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For the entire month of October, we're making ⁠⁠⁠⁠our Patreon experience⁠⁠⁠⁠ available for free! Zoë Burnett is back to talk found footage movies with us on this edition of Reel Chills, our movie review show.

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Author Ryan Frederick on Successful Platform Building 47:36

2y ago47:36

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You have a great idea and you’ve written a terrific book, but that’s only the first step in the book writing journey. How do you sell the book and use it to extend your thought-leadership platform and your business? Ryan Frederick, author of “Right Place, Right Time: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Home for the Second Half of Life,” shares how he …