Introverts Episodes

Too many thought leaders and founders treat podcast guesting like a megaphone. Only chasing bigger shows, more downloads, and maximum exposure. But exposure isn't the goal. Business is. Host Tom Schwab sits down with Interview Valet Success Strategist Kristen Nolan to unpack the mindset shift that changes everything: borrowed trust. When you show up on a podcast, you're stepping into a relationship the host has already built. The question is whether you'll make noise or become a magnet. ...

Journalist and ghostwriter Katrina Kirsch explains why clarity rarely comes from writing and almost always comes from speaking. Katrina, who has helped craft many of Category Pirates’ bestselling mini books, explains that most leaders think best out loud, not on the page. With host Tom Schwab, she shares how verbal communication unlocks stronger ideas, clearer frameworks, and more authentic points of view, and why mini books have become such an effective way to package expertise for today’s busy...

If the thought of networking events makes you cringe, you’re not alone. Senior Account Manager and Podcast Strategist at Interview Valet, Kristen Nolan, talks about reimagining how real connections are built in today’s digital world. With that, Kristen introduces the idea of “Anti-Networking”, a smarter, more scalable way to grow your influence and authority without the awkward small talk or stacks of business cards. Instead of spending evenings at lackluster events, podcast interviews allow ...

Is podcasting only for extroverts? No.  It’s quite the opposite. Podcasts are shown to be an ideal platform for introverts. In this episode host Tom Schwab sits down with David Hall, host of the Quiet and Strong podcast, to shatter the myth...

Award-winning presenter and speech coach, Melissa Entzminger, talks with host Tom Schwab about tackling one of the most common challenges for podcast guests: calming those pre-interview nerves. Melissa shares her expertise in turning nervous energy...

Host Tom Schwab sits down with Beth Trejo, founder of Chatter Kick, to uncover the game-changing strategies behind leveraging podcast interviews for business growth. Beth shares her expertise on turning a single interview into a month's worth of...

Host Tom Schwab is joined by the acclaimed author and expert, Matthew Pollard. Known for his groundbreaking work, "The Introvert's Edge," Matthew challenges the typical stereotypes about success in marketing and podcasting. Contrary to the popular...

Jessica Embree, Creative Director of Tulip Media Group, talks with Interview Valet Marketing Manager Tiffany Meenk about overcoming her stage fright and imposter syndrome to grow as a sought-after podcast guest. Jessica candidly shares her journey of...