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AI-ready schema: Feeding Google’s answer engines with structured data
Episode - 46 | July 24, 2025

AI-ready schema: Feeding Google’s answer engines with structured data

Join Alex Moss, Principal SEO at Yoast and co-founder of FireCask, as he dives into the world of AI-ready schema and structured data, sharing insights from his 20+ years of experience in technical SEO. In this episode, Alex walks us through how schema has evolved to support Google’s AI-driven answer engines, and why it’s more important than ever to ensure your site is AI-ready. Discover practical strategies for structuring data, writing AI-friendly content, and troubleshooting common markup mistakes. Alex also shares his step-by-step audit process for ensuring structured data is truly working for your site and measurable in search performance. Tune in for valuable advice on entity hooks, knowledge graphs, and advanced SEO tactics that can help you make the most of AI-driven search results.

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The AI reality: Navigating strategic shifts in SEO
Episode - 45 | June 12, 2025

The AI reality: Navigating strategic shifts in SEO

Join Barry Schwartz, President at RustyBrick, Thomas Phillips, Co-Founder of DTC SEO Agency, and Janna Pugh, SEO Specialist at Five9, as they discuss how AI-driven search is rewriting the SEO rulebook. Discover where generative tools like ChatGPT and Gemini genuinely speed up competitor research, interlinking, and product categorization—and where unchecked automations can sabotage title tags and tank traffic. Learn why Google’s AI Mode, AI Overviews, and upcoming agentic shopping experiences are shifting clicks away from websites, and how rock-solid technical SEO, sharp brand positioning, and E-E-A-T safeguards keep you in the game. Tune in for candid strategies to balance AI efficiency with human insight, redefine success metrics, and stay essential as search evolves beyond the blue link.

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The SEO Agency Rollercoaster with Ryan Shelley of SMA Marketing
Episode - 44 | June 6, 2025

The SEO Agency Rollercoaster with Ryan Shelley of SMA Marketing

Join Ryan Shelley, Founder and CEO of SMA Marketing, as he shares his journey from a faith-driven side hustle to building a powerhouse inbound and SEO agency founded on human-first values and technical expertise. Discover how Ryan and SMA Marketing navigate the challenges of scaling with purpose and forge deep client partnerships through cutting-edge inbound strategies. Learn about their faith-infused culture, unique morning rituals for productive leadership, and Ryan’s vision for marrying purpose and performance at SMA Marketing. Tune in for agency insights on inbound marketing, technical SEO innovations, leadership philosophies, and staying ahead in search.

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Building a Sustainable SEO Strategy for Local Businesses
Episode - 43 | May 28, 2025

Building a Sustainable SEO Strategy for Local Businesses

In this episode, John Reinesch, Founder of Asset Growth, shares key insights into building and sustaining effective local SEO strategies. Learn about long-term versus short-term tactics, foundational SEO elements, adapting to algorithm changes, and the importance of leveraging content. John also covers community-focused backlink building, mobile optimization, the power of customer reviews, and using AI and social media to boost local visibility.

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The SEO Agency Rollercoaster with Becky Simms of Reflect Digital
Episode - 42 | May 20, 2025

The SEO Agency Rollercoaster with Becky Simms of Reflect Digital

Join Becky Simms, Founder and Managing Director of Reflect Digital, as she shares her journey from launching her agency with just £3,000 to leading a psychology-powered digital marketing powerhouse. Discover how Becky and Reflect Digital navigate the challenges of scaling an agency, manage high-profile client relationships, and integrate AI-driven strategies without losing their human-first approach. Learn about their human psychology “superpower,” four-day workweek culture, and Becky’s vision for the future of Reflect Digital. Tune in for agency insights on creativity, ROI, and staying competitive in SEO.

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Driving Real Revenue with SEO: Unpacking Demand Generation, Attribution & AI
Episode - 41 | April 24, 2025

Driving Real Revenue with SEO: Unpacking Demand Generation, Attribution & AI

​In this episode, Marketing Director at edays, Lewis Rennison, dives into how AI-driven search tools are reshaping SEO—highlighting which strategies are becoming obsolete and which core practices remain essential. Discover how to leverage AI to enhance demand generation, accurately attribute revenue to SEO efforts, and build an effective multi-channel marketing strategy. Lewis also explores the rising importance of video content, the impact of AI-generated overviews on search rankings, and how businesses can future-proof their SEO efforts.

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The SEO Agency Rollercoaster with Taras Vasylyshyn of Panem
Episode - 40 | April 1, 2025

The SEO Agency Rollercoaster with Taras Vasylyshyn of Panem

Join Taras Vasylyshyn, CEO and Co-Founder of Panem, as he shares his journey from freelancing to leading a thriving digital agency. Discover how Taras and Panem navigate the challenges of scaling an agency, manage client relationships, and integrate AI-driven strategies into their workflow. Learn about their services, team structure, and Taras’s vision for the future of Panem. Tune in for agency insights on growth, leadership, and staying competitive in SEO.

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Local SEO & Google Business Profiles: Future Trends
Episode - 39 | March 25, 2025

Local SEO & Google Business Profiles: Future Trends

In this episode, local SEO expert and Platinum Google Product Expert, Claudia Tomina, discusses how AI-driven search tools are reshaping local SEO—highlighting which strategies are becoming obsolete and which core practices remain essential. Discover how to leverage AI to optimize Google Business Profiles, enhance local search visibility, and build an effective multi-location SEO strategy. Claudia also explores the rising importance of video content, the impact of AI Overviews on search rankings, and how businesses can future-proof their local SEO efforts in an increasingly AI-driven landscape.

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The SEO Agency Rollercoaster with Olivia Tapper and Thomas Phillips of DTC SEO Agency
Episode - 38 | March 4, 2025

The SEO Agency Rollercoaster with Olivia Tapper and Thomas Phillips of DTC SEO Agency

Join Olivia Tapper and Thomas Phillips, co-founders of DTC SEO Agency and PetPortraits.com, as they share their paths into digital marketing and the spark that drove them to build two thriving businesses. Discover how they tailor SEO strategies for direct-to-consumer brands, balance two ventures, and keep pace with emerging technologies like AI. Uncover insights on rebranding, team building, and future-proofing your agency in a rapidly evolving industry. Tune in for actionable advice on running a digital agency—from early-stage challenges to prepping for 2025’s big opportunities—and get inspired to carve your own success story in SEO.

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How SEO Copywriting Has Evolved With GenAI Search — What Works, What’s Dead, and How to Stay Ahead
Episode - 37 | February 26, 2025

How SEO Copywriting Has Evolved With GenAI Search — What Works, What’s Dead, and How to Stay Ahead

In this episode, the pioneer of SEO copywriting, Heather Lloyd-Martin, discusses how generative AI tools are reshaping SEO copywriting—highlighting which tactics are losing relevance and which foundational principles still stand. Discover strategies for leveraging AI to enhance content quality, maintain brand authenticity, and meet evolving search engine requirements. Heather also explores the risks of overreliance on AI, insights into user engagement, and how to future-proof your SEO skills in a rapidly changing digital landscape.

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