The Interview Connections Podcast | Podcast Guesting Agency for Coaches

Welcome to Interview Connections! We’re the first-ever and leading podcast booking agency. The Interview Connections Podcast is the go-to show for coaches looking for actionable advice on how to grow their business online and attract high ticket clients. 13 years ago, in 2013, I started booking my dad (a business coach) as a guest on podcasts because I wanted to be a stay-at-home mom. Fast-forward to today and Interview Connections is a multi-seven-figure podcast booking agency. We’ve booked over 50,000 podcast interviews for more than 1000 coaches. Subscribe & Listen to Every Episode Take Notes & Implement Share with Your Network Follow Interview Connections on Social Media – Stay connected on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/interviewconnections/ Book a call – If you want to be a guest on podcasts, we can help! Visit https://interviewconnections.com/ to book a free consult.

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  Episode #34

  Ask Jess: How Many Podcasters Are Using Video?

  Sep 8, 20264 minS12

  Episode Overview Discover the current state of video in podcasting—how many shows are recording with video, how many are publishing it, and what this means for your podcast guesting strategy. Host: Jessica Rhodes, Founder & CEO, Interview Connections Topic: Video Adoption in Podcast Recording Key Takeaways 1. Recording vs. Publishing Video Are Two Different Things Recording with Video: ~100% In Jessica's experience, virtually every podcast she appears on is recording with video Common platforms: Riverside, Zencastr, Zoom, Streamyard Reason: Enables hosts and guests to see each other, read body language, and capture content for clipping Publishing Video to YouTube: ~60-65% While most podcasts record video, only about 65% of podcasts actively upload full video interviews to YouTube This represents the actual publishing of videos, not just recording capability Growing YouTube Audiences: Much Smaller Percentage Of the podcasts publishing to YouTube, only a fraction have truly engaged YouTube audiences Not all YouTube views accurately reflect a show's actual listener base 2. Two Approaches to YouTube Strategy 1: YouTube as a Primary Platform Podcasters who treat YouTube as a full growth channel Create intro/trailer videos, optimize titles for views Invest intentional strategy in building a dedicated YouTube audience Actively grow views and engagement on the platform Strategy 2: YouTube as a Video Host Many podcasters use YouTube simply as a repository for video files Purpose: Enable repurposing of interviews into short-form clips Workflow: Upload video to YouTube → grab the link → use tools like Opus to create social media clips Not focused on YouTube audience growth 3. Where Your Real Audience Is Important Reality: YouTube view counts ≠ actual podcast audience size Your guest appearance reaches listeners across: Spotify (most popular audio platform) Apple Podcasts Direct MP3 players on podcast host websites Other audio platforms Key Insight: Most of a podcast's actual audience is listening via audio platforms, not watching YouTube videos. The Video Trend Over Time 2013: 100% audio-only podcasts → 2026: Most podcasts recording with video Direction: Upward trend toward video adoption, but primarily for quality and content repurposing rather than YouTube audience building. Call to Action Free Podcast Guesting Masterclass Ready to learn how to turn podcast interviews into dream coaching clients? Reserve your spot now: Visit: interviewconnections.com/masterclass Topics Covered Current state of video in podcasting Recording with video vs. publishing video How podcasters use YouTube Where your actual podcast audience listens 13-year trend of video adoption in podcasting Resources Interview Connections Website: interviewconnections.com Free Masterclass: interviewconnections.com/masterclass Show: Interview https://interviewconnections.com/podcast/ Mentioned Tools: Riverside, Zencastr, Zoom, Streamyard, Opus Interview Connections Opus Affiliate Link : https://interviewconnections.com/Opus

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  Episode #35

  Soul Surgery with Samantha Ruberto

  Sep 3, 202630 minS12

  Episode Summary In this behind-the-scenes episode, Jessica Rhodes pulls back the curtain on her personal coaching relationship with Samantha Ruberto, her energy coach and mentor. Discover how intentional energy work and inner awareness can literally transform your business, relationships, and life. Samantha shares her spiritual awakening story, the power of "soul surgery" coaching, and how Jessica went from grief and overwhelm to closing $7K in sales and sponsoring a major summit—all within 48 hours of investing in her inner work. Key Topics & Timestamps How They Met & The Power of Energetic Connection [0:00–7:00] Jessica and Samantha connected in Melanie Ann Lair's AFE Next Mastermind (2024) The invisible, energetic pull between certain people Why people magnetize to you based on how you make them feel , not just what you say Samantha's Spiritual Awakening Story [2:00–6:10] At 26, Samantha had a spiritual awakening (looked like a midlife crisis from the outside) She was climbing society's ladder in real estate but realized she wasn't happy despite checking all the boxes The power of tuning out the outside world and listening to your inner voice The Grief Work & "Soul Surgery" Coaching [8:00–17:00] Jess's business partnership with Margy ended; they separated their company Managing grief while staying friends and maintaining respect Samantha's approach to emotional work: reaching the energetics of a situation (the root) Instead of "blowing up" the relationship, they reshaped the energy to honor the love and growth The 48-Hour Shift [15:00–17:00] After one coaching session with Samantha and committing to her Soul Surgery program, Jess: Committed to sponsoring JJ Virgin's Mindshare Summit Closed $7K+ in sales (multiple client sign-ups) How inner work directly impacts your magnetic energy in business Intentions, Manifesting & Handling Life's Curveballs [18:00–22:00] Real-life example: Jess set an intention to be "surprised"—couch arrived 10 min early The two roads: react with frustration OR handle it with grace When you trust the process, you surf through life's challenges with presence Samantha's 12-year track record: inner work consistently leads to a better life Awareness Is the Game Changer [23:00–27:00] It's not just mindset, somatic work, or nervous system regulation—it's all together Where attention goes, energy flows (Dr. Joe Dispenza) Building your awareness muscle to combat ego and negative thinking patterns 95% of our thoughts are subconscious and programmed to keep us "safe" This often leads to self-sabotage; rewiring the unconscious mind is where transformation happens How to Work With Samantha [27:00–End] Two programs available: The Glow Up — foundational program to enter Samantha's world (101 of the work) Soul Surgery — one-to-one mentorship (deeper transformation) Find her on Instagram: @samantharuberto (or search: Samantha Ruberto) Key Takeaways ✨ Energy is everything. People don't just hear your words; they feel your energy. Magnetizing clients starts with inner work. ✨ Awareness is the first step. Notice how interactions make you feel: expansive or contracted? This awareness is transformational. ✨ Inner work = outer results. Jess's business breakthrough followed immediately after committing to coaching her inner world. ✨ Grief doesn't have to be messy. With the right support, you can navigate relationship shifts with love, respect, and grace. ✨ Your unconscious runs the show. 95% of thoughts are subconscious; rewiring these patterns dissolves self-sabotage and unlocks your potential. Memorable Quotes "People can feel your energy, they'll just be magnetized to you once they hear you speak." — Jessica Rhodes "Awareness and paying attention is the first step in transformation." — Samantha Ruberto "It's not just what you're saying, it's how you make people feel. That's what magnetizes people to want to work with you." — Jessica Rhodes "When you truly love being you—through genuine inner work—your energy emits the most radiant glow and attracts everything meant for you." — Samantha Ruberto Guest Info: Samantha Ruberto Energy Coach | Somatic Practitioner | Mindset Coach | Soul Surgery Mentor Find Samantha: Instagram: @samantharuberto Programs: The Glow Up | Soul Surgery (one-to-one mentorship) Link in bio for all offerings Episode Resources JJ Virgin's Mindshare Summit (mentioned as Interview Connections sponsorship) Dr. Joe Dispenza (referenced for: "Where attention goes, energy flows") Melanie Ann Lair's AFE Next Mastermind Call to Action Ready to Master Podcast Guesting? Join Jessica Rhodes in the Podcast Guesting Masterclass to learn how to land interviews on podcasts your ideal clients are already listening to. Register here: interviewconnections.com/masterclass-2026 Coaches: If you resonated with Samantha's message about energy, presence, and magnetizing clients through inner work, connect with her on Instagram. The combination of strategy (like podcast guesting) + inner alignment (like energy coaching) is the formula for sustainable business growth. For your podcast guesting strategy , don't forget: people book guests based on energy and connection. Work on being the most aligned, present version of yourself, and your podcast opportunities will follow.

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  Episode #33

  Ask Jess: How do I stand out to a podcast host?

  Sep 1, 20263 minS12

  Episode Overview Learn the two most important things podcast hosts are looking for when considering guests and how to position yourself to get more podcast interviews for your coaching business. Host: Jessica Rhodes, Founder & CEO, Interview Connections Topic: Standing Out to Podcast Hosts Key Takeaways 1. Value: Relevance is Everything Podcast hosts receive constant pitches from subject matter experts seeking audience visibility Your value must be relevant to their specific audience , not generic or broad Your topics need to be niched down and specialized enough that the connection is clear The host and audience must immediately see how your expertise serves their listeners 2. Stories: What Sets You Apart Stories are the differentiator in a crowded pitch landscape The most effective guest pitch combines compelling personal stories + valuable information Example: Valasta (supplement company) Founder cured his cancer naturally using the ingredients in their supplement This personal story paired with product value creates a compelling interview Result: Business growth driven by global podcast guesting visibility 3. The Winning Formula Value + Compelling Personal Story = Podcast Host Interest When you effectively communicate both elements, podcast hosts will actively want to interview you. Call to Action Free Podcast Guesting Masterclass Ready to learn how to turn podcast interviews into dream coaching clients? Reserve your spot now! Visit: interviewconnections.com/masterclass Topics Covered Podcast guest positioning Standing out in a crowded pitching landscape How to craft a compelling guest pitch Turning podcast visibility into business growth Resources Interview Connections Website: interviewconnections.com Free Masterclass: interviewconnections.com/masterclass Show: https://interviewconnections.com/podcast/

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  Episode #32

  From Podcast to Published: How to Turn Your Episodes into a Book with Sheila Slick

  Aug 27, 202621 minS12

  What if your podcast episodes could become a book in less than 90 days, without writing a single word? In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on exactly how I'm doing that, and the tool and the woman behind it. Sheila Slick is a business leader with over 25 years of experience in education, technology, and entrepreneurship, and the author and founder of Five Milestones. She built PodToBook.ai (a software that takes your podcast episodes and transforms your spoken word into a manuscript) and I am literally one of her customers. With the Mindshare Summit coming up in September, I needed a book to bring to the booth, and I needed it fast. This is the story of how I got it done. In this episode, we cover: Why I needed a new book in under 90 days and how PodToBook.ai made it possible How the software works: upload your episodes, get a manuscript (Sheila spent 600+ hours building it to use only your spoken word, not generated content from the internet) Why the output is a manuscript, not a finished book and what that 20% gap looks like to close The step-by-step path from manuscript to published: formatting for Kindle vs. print, Amazon KDP, print-on-demand, and cover design Why podcast hosts are increasingly saying yes to guests who have a book What to do if you're not a podcaster — Sheila also offers a done-for-you interview service to get your book started from scratch How to start with the end in mind: are you writing to get clients, land stages, or grow your audience? Resources mentioned: PodToBook.ai — upload your podcast episodes and get a manuscript fast. 5Milestones.com — done-for-you and done-with-you publishing support, from manuscript to Amazon. Connect with Sheila on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilaslick/ A book is one of the most powerful tools a podcast guest can bring to an interview — and getting booked on the right shows is how you get that book in front of the right people . Join me at the free Podcast Guesting Masterclass to learn how to land interviews on podcasts your ideal clients are already listening to. Register here: interviewconnections.com/masterclass-2026

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  Episode #33

  Ask Jess: Am I Posting Too Much About My Podcast Appearances?

  Aug 25, 20265 minS12

  Episode Summary In this solo episode, Jessica Rhodes addresses a common question from Interview Connections clients: how often should you post about your podcast appearances? Discover the strategic reasons to post when you're booked, when you're recording, and when your episode goes live and why visibility is essential to growing your coaching business. Jessica also discusses the "upper limit problem" and why the voice in your head telling you to hold back might actually be limiting your growth and impact. Key Takeaways ✅ Post at Three Strategic Moments: When you first get booked on a podcast The day of the recording (to share the excitement) When the episode is published ✅ Visibility Attracts Opportunities One Interview Connections client, Christina L. Woods, landed a speaking opportunity at a retreat simply by posting about her podcast bookings. The retreat organizer saw her posts and reached out. ✅ Show Appreciation to Hosts By tagging and sharing about the podcast with your audience, you're creating a two-way street—not just gaining access to their audience, but also introducing your community to their show. ✅ Overcome the Upper Limit Problem That nagging voice telling you "this is too spammy" or "I'm being too much"? That's what Gay Hendricks calls the upper limit problem (your mind trying to hold you back as you expand). It's often a projection of others' insecurities, not a reflection of reality. ✅ Your Audience is Rooting for You When you share your podcast appearances with excitement and authenticity, you're not being annoying. You're sharing value. Your audience wants to see you succeed. Resources Mentioned The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks A transformational read on overcoming self-imposed limits and the "upper limit problem." Perfect for entrepreneurs questioning their visibility. Call to Action Ready to learn how to turn podcast interviews into dream coaching clients? Reserve your spot in Jessica's FREE Podcast Guesting Masterclass: Link: interviewconnections.com/masterclass

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