Chris Schnabel

Persons of Interest

Chris shares his unique journey from hosting a college radio show to starting his own podcast, originally called 'Offstage Radio,' later evolved into 'Mad Props.' He explains his shift from a rigid, question-answer format to a more conversational and organic approach to podcasting. Chris also talks about the importance of engaging social media platforms in promoting podcasts. Chris and Derrick also discuss their experiences and their favorite podcasts and share stories about their fitness journey.

Mad Props on: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/madprops/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzZgTD0glM082CA3nvS6g0VWsUcf3xX-e Twitter: https://twitter.com/MadPropsPod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/madpropspod/

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:17 Meeting Chris Schnabel: The Man Behind 'Mad Props'

00:54 Chris's Journey into Podcasting

01:21 The Evolution of 'Mad Props'

03:02 The Art of Interviewing and Uncovering Unique Stories

04:37 Promoting a Podcast in the Digital Age

08:02 Securing Big Names and Building Connections

14:19 Navigating the Podcast Landscape

22:22 Chris's Incredible Weight Loss Journey

26:15 The Power of YouTube Premium and Running

26:43 The Unconventional Running Playlist

27:10 The Journey of a Recreational Basketball Player to a Runner

29:10 The Evolution of a Runner's Goals

29:51 Podcasts Over Music: A Runner's Preference

31:09 The Power of Old Pop Music in Running

32:14 The Art of Solo Podcasting

33:01 The Unforgettable Experience of Working at the U.S. Open

39:13 The Art of Guest Acquisition for Podcasts

44:01 The Unexpected Rewards of Reaching Out

46:02 The Journey of a Podcast Host

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